Hugh Hackney Email & Phone Number

Hugh E. Hackney, Esq. is renowned among counsel for his expertise in arbitrating and mediating disputes, particularly those involving complex commercial matters and international litigants. He is highly regarded for resolving disputes arising out of the energy industry, having been involved in oil and gas arbitrations domestically and in numerous countries across Europe, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.His experience with complex matters and international venues gives him an understanding of how legal issues are handled differently in courts and arbitral forums across the globe. In addition to being a respected arbitrator, that insight makes him an effective mediator, as he’s able to give litigants a clear picture of how a case could proceed outside of settlement, regardless of jurisdiction. U.S.-based judicial officers also frequently appoint him to settle cases featuring cross-border parties.A former litigation attorney who tried more than 200 cases during his 45-year career, Mr. Hackney chaired the international dispute resolution group of a large law firm. He is a member of the International Chamber of Commerce Commission on Arbitration, the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, the London Court of International Arbitration, the International Bar Association, and the Society of International Business Fellows. He is a certified mediator and arbitrator for the Committee for Public Resources on commercial and employment disputes.On top of his arbitration and mediation practice, Mr. Hackney has participated as a U.S. delegate and speaker at symposia on various topics across the globe.