Established in 1996 as the international division of the American Arbitration Association, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®) is one of the most recognized and prominent providers of international dispute resolution services in the world. Key to this success is our Case Management Team, comprised of highly trained professionals from around the globe who, in addition to an in-depth understanding of ICDR International Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures, have a proven track record for moving matters forward, helping to control costs, and respecting cultural differences. The ICDR emphasizes party choice where feasible, such as the ability to file under a number of sets of procedural rules and to choose where a dispute is held. ICDR procedures also encourage party input in selecting the appropriate arbitrator or mediator.