'Russell Thirgood is lauded by peers for his impressive understanding of construction law.'
– Who's Who Legal 2020
Russell Thirgood is highly experienced and measured in his approach.
Who's Who Legal: Construction 2023
‘He is a reliable choice for complex commercial or construction matters’
– WWL Arbitration 2024
‘Russell Thirgood is one of Australia’s pre-eminent Grade 1 arbitrators with extensive experience in high-value and complex construction related arbitrations.
– Gary Ulman, Chair Resolution Institute, Australia 2019
‘Outstanding communicator and practical strategist valued for his effective organisation of complex construction arbitrations’
– Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2018
‘He is an excellent and conscientious arbitrator who combines experience with energy to resolve challenging disputes fairly, efficiently and cost effectively’
– WWL Arbitration 2024
Russell Thirgood is an experienced and highly regarded Australian commercial arbitrator, known for fair and efficient arbitral proceedings and the production of high-quality awards in complex matters, drawing upon his more than two decades experience in large-scale construction disputes’
– Dr Dominic Katter, Barrister, Brisbane 2019
‘Russell Thirgood is an authority on major construction disputes both in Australia and internationally’
– Who’s Who Legal: Construction 2018
Russell has demonstrated exceptional analytical skills in addition to acute judgment.
– Who’s Who Legal: Arbitration 2024
He is highly efficient, well organised and makes sound procedural and substantive decisions.
Who's Who Legal: Construction Thought Leaders