Dispute Resolution Services 


Arbitrator

I am available for arbitrator appointments under institutional and ad hoc rules in cases under various applicable laws.

I take on cases as sole arbitrator, co-arbitrator, chair and arbitrator in emergency proceedings.


My arbitrator practice is administered by ArbDB Chambers. ArbDB Chambers is a leading international Chambers of third party neutrals from common law and civil law jurisdictions with presences in London, Dubai, Singapore and the United States.


For information about availability, expertise and fees, please contact the Clerk to ArbDB Chambers, Martin Poulter. His email is martin.poulter@arbdb.com and phone number +44 7940 088079. For arbitrator appointments you can also contact me at marieke.witkamp@arbdb.com.


Mediator

I also provide services as a mediator. I provide pro bono (commercial) mediations for the Dispute Resolution Center of Montgomery County in Texas and as a judge and arbitrator I have facilitated many settlements at hearings by using mediation techniques.


Dispute Resolution Consultancy Services

In addition to my work as a neutral, I provide the following consultancy services. 


Early neutral evaluation services: this evaluation helps parties to assess the relative strengths and weaknesses of their positions before starting, or early in, a litigation or arbitration process. Parties are able to make a more informed risk assessment of their case which facilitates early settlements.


In consultation with the parties, I can provide them with a non-binding and confidential evaluation after parties have presented their case by written submissions, by oral presentation, or by a combination of both.


Submission feedback services: I also provide feedback services to just one party. I will review your (draft) submission from the perspective of a judge or arbitrator. I will let you know where I have questions or when matters are unclear or not fully substantiated. 


My feedback will help you improve your submission and you will have a better understanding of how a judge or arbitrator may look at your case. 


Mock arbitration services: mock arbitrations are an excellent way for clients and counsel to refine their hearing presentation and prepare witnesses to testify so the key arguments, evidence and themes resonate with the tribunal. In a mock arbitration, I will provide you with valuable feedback to help you and your case get in shape for the actual hearing. See also this article for more information on mock arbitrations. 


For more information about my services, please contact me by email or by phone.


All dispute resolution services are provided through Marieke Witkamp LLC. 


Marieke Witkamp LLC is a registered Texas, USA with company number 12254705.