Lucy Greenwood

Practice Areas

Lucy Greenwood is an independent international arbitrator specializing in commercial and investment disputes, particularly in the energy sector. She has practised international arbitration since 1998 and has acted as arbitrator in over 95 arbitrations since becoming a full time arbitrator in 2017. She is highly regarded for her prompt, efficient resolution of disputes and active case management of arbitrations. Her ability to work with diverse legal systems is evident in her extensive experience with all major arbitration institutions

Career

After a distinguished career as an international arbitration counsel with two major law firms, during which time she worked in London, Paris and Houston, Lucy Greenwood became an international arbitrator in 2017.

Professional Memberships

Lucy Greenwood is a Chartered Arbitrator, a Member of the State Bar of Texas and a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales.

Publications

Lucy Greenwood has published extensively over the past twenty years. Selected publications include:

“Viewing our world through a different lens: Environmental and Social Considerations in International Arbitration”, Global Energy Law and Sustainability Journal, 2023

“Noises off: A pathway towards greater consistency in international arbitration” Journal of International Arbitration 2022

“Arbitration and Climate Change: Policy and Practice” Book Chapter: Sustainable Diversity in Arbitration 2022

“E3 + action – talk + data = Enlightenment in International Arbitration”, ICCA Congress Series, 2022

“The Canary is Dead: Arbitrating Climate Change Disputes” Journal of International Arbitration 2021

“Stresses, Successes and Secrets: The Psychology of Remote Hearings” New York State Bar Association Dispute Resolution Section, Spring 2021

“The Life Cycle of a Large Infrastructure Dispute in the Oil and Gas Industry” American Review of International Arbitration 2020

“Bifurcation in International Arbitration: An Empirical Analysis Revisited” Journal of International Arbitration 2019

“What you need to know about the New York Convention as an advocate and as an arbitrator” ABA Dispute Resolution Section 2019

“Moving Beyond Diversity Towards Inclusion in International Arbitration” Stockholm Arbitration Yearbook 2019

“Principles of interpretation of contracts under English law and their application in international arbitration” Arbitration International 2018

Contributor: "Going Global, Trust and Trade Worldwide" The New Statesman, September 2017

"Tipping the Balance: Diversity and Inclusion in International Arbitration" Arbitration International 2017

"Choosing the Right Energy Arbitrator" CIArb E-solver, February 2017

"It's a Numbers Game" - Global Pound Conference series, November 2016

Co-Author: "Puppies or Kittens - How to Better Match Arbitrators to Party Expectations? The Results Are In!" Kluwer Arbitration Blog, August 2016, shortlisted for the 2017 GAR Award for Best Innovation

Work Highlights

Lucy Greenwood has built an exceptional career as an arbitrator, handling a wide range of high-profile and complex international disputes. Her work is particularly notable in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and natural resources. Greenwood has arbitrated several multi-billion-dollar disputes involving major oil and gas projects, including contractual and joint venture conflicts across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Her experience extends to arbitrations under the ICSID Convention, where she has been involved in investor-state disputes concerning claims of expropriation, breach of treaty protections, and regulatory changes in the energy and mining sectors.

Greenwood has also arbitrated large-scale infrastructure disputes, particularly those related to construction and engineering contracts, including extremely high-value commercial construction disputes. Her ability to navigate complex technical matters and provide clear, concise rulings has earned her recognition for delivering decisions and managing arbitrations in a timely and efficient manner.

In addition to her work on disputes, she has been a strong advocate for diversity and sustainability in arbitration. Her leadership in launching the "Green Pledge" has set a precedent for promoting environmental responsibility in the practice of arbitration. This, along with her arbitration experience in key industries, highlights her role as a thought leader and trusted figure in the global arbitration community. Visit www.greenwoodarbitration.com for more information.

Expert in these Jurisdictions

Lucy Greenwood is dual-qualified in the United States and the United Kingdom, and has deep expertise in handling arbitrations governed by a wide range of legal systems.