Russell is an experienced international commercial arbitrator. He is measured in his approach and demonstrates acute judgment when it comes to making substantive or procedural decisions. Russell is highly efficient, collaborative and is an effective communicator.

Prior to becoming a fulltime independent arbitrator, Russell spent 23 years at an Australian law firm, where he was head of arbitration and a senior construction law and dispute resolution partner.

National and international legal directories recognise Russell as a trusted arbitrator with a reputation of making sound decisions.

He is a Chartered Arbitrators and has sat on range of international and domestic arbitral tribunals including appointments for the ICC, SIAC, HKIAC, ACICA and other institutional and ad hoc matters.