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Members

Member membership is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated the required knowledge across the alternative dispute resolution (ADR) competence frameworks, enabling them to effectively support the work of a neutral in at least one dispute resolution discipline. This grade recognises professionals who have developed a solid understanding of ADR principles and practices through relevant training, qualifications or professional experience. Member status signifies a higher level of competence and commitment to the field, and individuals who attain this grade are entitled to use the designation MCIArb, reflecting their professional standing within the global dispute resolution community. As a member, your profile will feature in Ciarb’s Member’s Directory.

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Members

Member membership is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated the required knowledge across the alternative dispute resolution (ADR) competence frameworks, enabling them to effectively support the work of a neutral in at least one dispute resolution discipline. This grade recognises professionals who have developed a solid understanding of ADR principles and practices through relevant training, qualifications or professional experience. Member status signifies a higher level of competence and commitment to the field, and individuals who attain this grade are entitled to use the designation MCIArb, reflecting their professional standing within the global dispute resolution community. As a member, your profile will feature in Ciarb’s Member’s Directory.

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*To apply, you must first create or log into your MyCiarb account.

 

The benefits of membership:

1. Signify your professional credibility by displaying the MCIArb postnominal.

2. Grow your practice with confidence. Access a range of resources, including our library of technical guidelines that support day-to-day work in dispute resolution.

3. Promote your skills and experience through your entry on Ciarb’s online Member Directory.

4. Stay informed on the latest industry and Ciarb developments through:

    • eSolver: your monthly newsletter.
    • Resolver: your quarterly online magazine.
    • Arbitration: The Journal of International Arbitration, Mediation and Dispute Management - Ciarb’s peer-reviewed academic journal.
    • Articles on the Ciarb website.

5. Network and connect with other members through Ciarb’s global and local events and network of over 40 Branches.

6. Demonstrate your commitment to the highest professional standards and ethics in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) by adhering to the Ciarb Code of Professional and Ethical Conduct.

7. Be heard by sharing your views through participating in Ciarb’s responses to consultations.

 

Requirements

If you’re interested in becoming a member, you must complete one of the following qualifications as part of the pathways to membership:  

  • The Ciarb Assessment route - successfully complete any one of Ciarb’s Module One or Accelerated Route to Membership assessments; *you apply for membership within two years of completion.
  • The Recognised Course Provider route - successfully complete an accredited assessment with one of Ciarb’s active Recognised Course Providers (RCP); *you apply for membership within two years of completion.
  • The Experience route - have a minimum of five years of first-hand experience in dispute resolution and have been involved in at least five cases in at least one dispute resolution discipline (either arbitration, mediation or adjudication). This experience should demonstrate active participation in the management of proceedings, involvement in settlement negotiations, and attendance at hearings, resulting in an award, decision or settlement agreement. This route is suitable for those who have served in roles such as Lead Counsel, Arbitrator, Mediator or Adjudicator.

Supporting documents for admission via the Experience route

To apply for Member membership via the experience route, you should have the following documents ready to be uploaded during the application process: 

 

1. Your CV

 

Your CV should include:   

  • Contact information (email address and phone number);
  • Education and qualifications;
  • Work experience that reflects roles and responsibilities or an indication of your involvement in any process or procedure in ADR in a professional capacity;
  • Certification and professional development;
  • Publication and presentation records;
  • Professional affiliations;
  • Awards and honours;
  • Records, if any, of ongoing learning activities – continuing professional development (CPD) or continuing legal education (CLE).

It should be in a PDF format. 

 

DO NOT include:  

  • Assertations about your standing or reputation in the profession;
  • Details of earnings or income;
  • Photographs.

 

2. Schedule of appointment

 

You must submit a Schedule of Appointments detailing your involvement in at least five cases within a single ADR discipline (arbitration, mediation or adjudication) over the past five years. The cases should reflect experience in the capacity of either Lead Counsel, Arbitrator, Mediator or Adjudicator. 

 

The schedule must include the type of dispute management or dispute avoidance case, your role or capacity, a brief description of your contribution or involvement, and the outcome of the case. The completed document must be submitted in PDF format as part of the application. 
 

 

3. Two reference letters

 

You must submit two reference letters from an arbitrator, mediator or adjudicator who has first-hand knowledge of your professional involvement as a Lead Counsel, Arbitrator, Mediator or Adjudicator in at least one dispute resolution discipline (arbitration, mediation, or adjudication) within the past five years. Each referee must be connected to one of the cases listed in your Schedule of Appointments. The two referees must be independent of each other and must not belong to the same organisation, firm or company. 

  

Your reference letter must:  

  • Be submitted on business-headed paper and addressed to Ciarb’s Head of Membership Services;
  • Be in PDF format.

 

Referees must include their contact details (email address and telephone number) for us to contact them. Referees must provide a clear indication of their first-hand experience with you, including stating the type of dispute management or avoidance case, your capacity / role in the case, your contribution or involvement in the case, and the case outcome.

 

What does membership cost?

All new membership applications must be accompanied by payment of the first year’s subscription fee and a one-off, non-refundable application fee. The application fee is £130 or £75, depending on your country of residence. 

Ciarb membership is charged on an annual basis. Your first year’s subscription fee will be calculated on a pro-rata basis, depending on the date your application is submitted. 

You can view the membership subscription fees country tiers here. If you require assistance or have any enquiries regarding membership, please contact memberservices@ciarb.org.