'He is a reliable choice for complex commercial or construction matters."
– Lexology Index, Arbitration 2025.
"Russell Thirgood is highly experienced and measured in his approach."
Who's Who Legal: Construction 2023
"Russell is an excellent arbitrator and a leader in the Australian market."
– Lexology Index, Construction 2025.
"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 has built an impressive practice, earning him a reputation as an excellent arbitrator, thanks to over two decades of experience handling high-value disputes.
– Lexology Index: Australia & New Zealand - Arbitration 2025.
"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