practice area
Domestic and International Arbitration
Strategic Clarity for Confidential and Complex Disputes
Arbitration requires a distinct approach that balances discretion with precision and adapts to the expectations of arbitrators rather than jurors. Whether the matter involves commercial contracts, intellectual property, or other business disputes, DRC helps legal teams present persuasive arguments that resonate with decision-makers in private forums.
DRC is sophisticated in the nuances of arbitration and has supported counsel in matters before JAMS, AAA, ICSID, and the ICC. Our multidisciplinary team of litigators, psychologists, data scientists, and information designers helps shape presentations that clarify technical issues, anticipate arbitrator reactions, and reinforce the credibility of witnesses and evidence. Our work is grounded in behavioral science, legal strategy, and an understanding of how arbitrators evaluate claims.
Our presentations strengthen arguments, clarify intricate factual issues, and often serve as persuasive advocacy devices. Unlike a jury trial, where jurors are not permitted to view demonstrative aids during deliberations, arbitrators often rely on DRC's visual presentations submitted throughout the proceedings as guideposts during their decision-making process. DRC has been involved in countless successful arbitrations that have resulted in multiple billion-dollar awards for our clients on the claimant side, and full defense decisions on the respondent side.
why work with us?
Our Expertise in Arbitration
Experience with Arbitrator Panels and Feedback
DRC has conducted arbitrator focus groups using panels of former judges and experienced arbitrators to simulate hearings and provide written feedback. These exercises have helped trial teams refine their case theory, anticipate arbitrator concerns, and adjust presentation style to align with the expectations of institutional decision-makers.
Visual Advantage for Arbitration Hearings
DRC’s demonstratives have been used in arbitration to clarify timelines, illustrate business relationships, and simplify data‑heavy arguments. Because arbitrators often review materials in advance or rely on written submissions, our visuals reinforce key points without being redundant. We ensure every graphic supports the case's logic and strengthens the presentation's credibility.
Arbitration Case Architecture and Hearing Orchestration
DRC helps teams structure arbitration cases for clarity and efficiency. We refine the narrative for the forum, sequence issues and evidence, and coordinate expert, witness, and demonstrative integration so the hearing unfolds logically. We also support counsel in crafting concise, persuasive pre‑hearing briefs and post‑hearing filings.
Witness Preparation for Arbitration Forums
We have prepared executives, experts, and fact witnesses to testify in arbitration settings, where tone, clarity, and professionalism are paramount. Our preparation helps witnesses understand procedural expectations and deliver testimony that is aligned with case strategy and respectful of the forum’s norms.
"DRC is simply the best. From jury selection to focus groups, they are an all-in-one firm that I would not consider going to trial without.”
Jerry Lefcourt, Gerald B. Lefcourt, P.C.
“Truly indispensable jury services. Don't go to trial without consulting them first.”
Michael L. Bloch, Partner, Bloch & White LLP
“DRC’s plus is that they do all of it, and they do it all extraordinarily well. They are out and away the best because they dig in, really understand the case and the law.”
In-house Counsel, DRC Client
“I’ll give DRC a 10, but I would give them an 11 if I could. I have found that the people they hire are great, think outside the box, and are consistently top-of-the-line.”
Business Owner, DRC Client
“Their jury consultants and graphics people are highly knowledgeable.”
In-house Counsel, DRC Client
Why DRC?
Arbitration is not trial, but it demands the same strategic discipline. DRC brings decades of experience in litigation consulting to arbitration, adapting our methods to the unique dynamics of private dispute resolution. Our team includes lawyers, psychologists, and designers who understand how arbitrators think, how they weigh evidence, and how they respond to advocacy.
Whether your arbitration is domestic or international, ad hoc or institutional, DRC equips your team with the insight to anticipate, the clarity to persuade, and the strategy to prevail.
experience
Discover our arbitration experience
Our portfolio features disputes that define the cutting edge of arbitration, handled in a range of tribunals, and involving the most pressing legal challenges of their time. See how DRC’s strategic insight has guided clients through matters of extraordinary complexity and significance.
services
Strategic Services for Arbitration
- Community Attitudes Surveys
- Jury Focus Groups
- Judge/Arbitrator Focus Groups
- Demonstrative Aids
- Jury Selection
- Trial Strategy Consulting
- Witness Preparation
- Trial Technology
Community Attitudes Surveys
DRC’s online Community Attitudes Surveys provide a “barometer reading” of how hundreds of potential jurors view the parties, the issues, and the evidence. We use the survey results to create a profile of the best and worst jurors for your case.
Jury Focus Groups
Jury focus groups test case themes, evidence, and witnesses. Conducted within the jurisdiction, clients observe live deliberations and get both qualitative and quantitative feedback. This helps DRC shape trial strategy and is often an effective risk management tool to guide potential settlement.
Judge/Arbitrator Focus Groups
DRC partners with former judges and arbitrators from JAMS/AAA to hear cases and issue written opinions. Judge and arbitrator panelists provide strategic feedback about case strengths and weaknesses. Sometimes, they can provide insight into the judge or arbitrator assigned to the case.
Demonstrative Aids
DRC’s strategists and designers apply innovative design principles and leverage jury research to ensure that your trial graphics reinforce both oral and visual advocacy.
Jury Selection
DRC develops reliable jury profiles to identify negatively biased jurors for de-selection. DRC thoroughly researches and ranks each potential juror, regardless of the jury pool size. We draft voir dire questions, jury questionnaires, and pre-trial motions related to jury selection.
Trial Strategy Consulting
At DRC, we build our trial strategies around cohesive and compelling case narratives. By simplifying complex issues that appeal to both logic and emotion, we ensure that trial presentations resonate with decision-makers, guiding them toward the right outcome.
Witness Preparation
DRC prepares the most important and difficult witnesses to testify at depositions and trials. Our approach familiarizes witnesses with the rules for direct and cross-examination, providing guidance to ensure maximum clarity and credibility.
Trial Technology
DRC provides trial technicians (“hot seat” operators) to ensure that your trial presentation is smooth and seamless. Our consultants have each worked on hundreds of trials and are accustomed to the rigors of ultra-high-profile and high-stakes trials.
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