Neil Kaplan

INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATOR

Neil Kaplan CBE QC SBS is a British subject who has been engaged for over 40 years in dispute resolution as a barrister in England, a government lawyer in Hong Kong, a practising Queen’s Counsel in Hong Kong, and a Judge of the Supreme Court of Hong Kong in charge of the Construction and Arbitration List.

Since 1995, Neil Kaplan has practised solely as an international arbitrator.

Neil Kaplan is ranked as a Most In Demand Arbitrator by Chambers and Partners (Band 1).

Neil Kaplan of Arbitration Chambers is described by one interviewee as "the godfather of Hong Kong arbitration," with "great stature and influence in the jurisdiction" and a consistently busy, varied and well-managed caseload. Other sources testify extensively to his "tons of experience" in the region, one commentator reporting that this factor - plus "an exceptional legal mind" - makes him "suitable for almost any type of complex dispute." The same source also notes: "There is no doubt that any proceedings where he is a member of the tribunal will be run smoothly and to the highest standards."