We are proud to announce that Secretariat has earned the position of No. 1, top-ranked Consulting Expert Firm in the Lexology Index Arbitration 2025 report. The report features firms and experts who have distinguished themselves as industry leaders based on their independence, sharp testifying skills, clear communications, and meticulous analytical insights.

Secretariat also attained the No. 1 position in the report’s categories of Global Elite Thought Leaders (eight experts recognized)—a designation reserved for the best of the best and earned by less than five percent of practitioners in Lexology’s listing—and Future Leaders (14 experts recognized), the foremost names of the next generation of industry leaders.

Read what industry peers and clients say about our ranked professionals as shared in the full Lexology Index: Arbitration 2025 report.

Global Elite Thought Leaders

• Regarded as “one of the best quantum of damages experts in the industry,” clients laud Howard Rosen as being “at the top of his game” and “a striking authority under the pressure of cross-examination.”
• Alexander Demuth “excels in open and clear communication regarding risks, opportunities, and both good and bad arguments,” with sources noting how Alexander “effectively supports his case and demonstrates strong availability and responsiveness while defending his expert opinion well.”
• Mike Allen is a well-established practitioner, known to clients as “an absolutely fantastic expert” who “produces work that is highly persuasive” and can “easily translate complex concepts into simple language.”
• Chaitanya Arora “combines global financial expertise with a keen sense of local issues in Asia, making him invaluable in high-stakes disputes,” with clients noting how Chaitanya remains calm, skillful, and “unshaken under cross-examination,” even in high-pressure arbitration. 
• A prominent expert witness in the Asia-Pacific region, Amit Garg is highly regarded by clients and industry peers alike, with sources stating he “is a renowned delay expert with excellent analytical skills” and “an absolute leader in the field.”
• Ian Greenhough is a top-tier and balanced expert who “always gives a clear and concise presentation of evidence,” remains “calm under pressure,” and “brings great attention and thoroughness to all his work.”
• Mike Saulsbury is a skilled and trusted professional, commended by clients as “one of the best delay experts in the region” who is “well known and well regarded in the construction field.”
• Kiran Sequeira is a highly collaborative and “truly excellent expert witness” who is “great to work with.” Sources note that Kiran is “smart, focused, and provides highly credible thoughtful testimony.”

Recommended Professionals

• Paul Roberts is “measured and presents well on the witness stand.” Paul is trusted by his clients for his ability to “wade through the detail and provide a reasoned and clear opinion.”
• Julius Koo’s clients regard him as a patient, “very thorough and professional, and extremely knowledgeable” expert who “makes analysis accessible and understandable.”
• A highly-regarded professional in the field, Christopher Larkin is “a solid expert with a strong and longstanding reputation in delay analysis.”
• Chris Milburn’s clients commend him for being “excellent at anticipating how a case will evolve” and “a great partner in thinking through how to position evidence.”
• Eddie Tobis has “genuine curiosity and unmatched work ethic [that] drive him to uncover every detail, resulting in extraordinary performance.” Clients note that Eddie is “extremely bright and well-researched” and “practical and tenacious in his approach to every case.”
• Oliver Barnes is praised by clients for being “very talented and experienced in delay analysis,” with sources further noting that “he is experienced, calm, and fantastic at cross-examination.”
• Terry Hawkins is a visionary expert who is “calm, thorough, and has exceptional attention to detail.” Clients note that Terry’s “unique perspective on certain aspects of loss calculations is truly impressive.”
• Liam Holder is “one of the best quantum experts” and “an outstanding witness on the stand,” with one client stating, “he testifies with confidence and clarity—Liam is my favourite quantum expert.”
• Considered “one of the best next-generation delay experts,” Mehmet Karakoc has earned the regard of clients by being “hardworking, practical, and relentless,” and “an extremely bright and sharp delay analyst.”
• A “superb practitioner,” Nishad Morjaria is appreciated as “an incredibly talented and professional expert witness” who is “fantastic to work with.”
• Joe Skilton “excels across the board, especially under cross-examination,” with sources noting that Joe “has meticulous attention to detail, explains complex issues clearly, and is highly valued by clients.”
• A “seasoned expert,” George Taft is a motivated, skilled, and hardworking professional who is “well known for his dedication and strong work ethic.”
• Mark Taylor is “an outstanding expert witness” who offers “a remarkable ability to simplify complex issues for adjudicators, always getting straight to the crux of the matter with clarity and precision.”
• Travis Taylor is “exceptional at conveying complex matters with clarity, making him a strong communicator.” Sources note that Travis’ “intelligence, reliability, and technical brilliance shine through, especially during cross-examination.”
• Alexandre Rivière is described as “an excellent forensic accounting expert” whose “reports and expert oral testimony are always relevant to the case at hand.”
• Ben Burley is a “sharp expert witness with an eye for detail,” with clients citing that he is not only “intelligent and produces easy-to-understand reports,” but also “a pleasure to deal with.”
• Jeffrey Wong is “hard-working, polished, and demonstrates a strong command of his practice area,” who “has exceptional attention to detail and delivers top-notch written presentations” for clients.
• Sources find seasoned expert Mrinal Jain to be “extremely knowledgeable and very proactive,” appreciating that he is “articulate and understands his business well,” and that he is always prepared “to give practical solutions and pragmatic advice.”
• Drew Baiter “possesses strong legal skills and understands the nuances of construction disputes.” Clients appreciate that his “submissions are always thorough, yet clear and concise.”
• A “very strong name in Singapore,” John Lancaster is a highly-valued expert in the field, with clients appreciating that “his reports are always easy to understand, and that’s a great help for tribunals.”
• Matthew Wills “demonstrates a very high level of competence,” offering clients a comprehensive approach where “he effectively untangles complex issues and presents them in a clear and understandable way.”
• Neil Gaudion is “a compelling expert witness” who provides “a well-honed ability to synthesise complex and voluminous information and present it in a way that is understandable and persuasive.”
• Don Harvey is lauded by clients for his “impressive intellectual ability and sound common sense,” with people particularly remarking that Don “does the work necessary to form a solid view and in my view is absolutely first-class.”
• Mike Kling is praised by clients for being “prepared for every eventuality,” with sources appreciating how Mike “does not just present the strengths of his side’s quantum analysis, but knows the weaknesses too.”
• An “open-minded and very experienced” professional, Paul Marcus is very considerate of his clients’ needs and exceptionally “capable of explaining complex matters in layman’s terms so that the tribunal can easily understand the key concepts.”
• Garrett Rush is a leading expert with “significant experience in the valuation of mining claims.” Sources state that Garrett is consistently “easy to work with and truly outstanding.”
• Ted Scott is a “great presenter” who stands out for his “depth of thought and ability to grasp details fast” and his ability to “mobilise with little preparation without detriment to quality.”
• Meera Wagman is acclaimed as “an intellectual who has great presence,” offering clients “an impressive résumé” and the unique ability to “present her findings well and deliver convincing statements.”

Future Leaders

• Charmy Patel is “professional and diligent and thoroughly “pragmatic in her approach to quantum assessment.” Sources note that “the quality of her work and client service is highly impressive.”
• Abigail Harris is a highly professional expert who is “responsive and always willing to put in extra effort” for her clients, who state that they would “recommend her to anyone needing quantum expertise, especially in oil and gas.”
• Sue Kim brings “a wealth of overseas knowledge that greatly benefits her Korean clients,” with sources saying “few in the market match Sue’s unique combination of experience, cultural insight and expertise.”
• Michael Pogue possesses “effective communication and presentation skills” and integrates “constructive forward-thinking and analytical skills” into his work.
• Khaleda Wheeler is “diligent and highly experienced in the construction sector,” impressing clients with her “excellent communication skills and keen ability to listen.”
• “Experienced expert” Miao Gu simplifies the complex for his clients, with sources noting how Miao “excels with numbers and is very user-friendly” and how he “effectively breaks down valuation methods for easy understanding by lawyers and tribunal members.”
• Kagan Aktas’ “diligent and thorough approach, combined with his extensive knowledge of delay claims, makes him a standout expert” and enables him to “offer clear and concise insights” and “speak authoritatively on complex delay issues.”  
• A “collaborative and competent expert,” Paul Baez “provides valuable insight into how the expert report fits into the bigger picture of the case.”
• Bryan D’Aguiar has an “impressive depth of knowledge and a unique ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to lay audiences.” Clients find he is “highly collaborative and responsive,” and “always meets client needs.”
• Stuart Dekker is “a truly outstanding expert witness, with sources saying, “he is exceptionally knowledgeable and an absolute pleasure to work with.”
• Gregory Johnson is “articulate, responsive, and adept at explaining complex issues in clear language,” offering a “clear understanding of valuation methods and an excellent grasp of clients’ needs, demonstrating keen attention to detail.”
• Alexander Messmer is “detail-driven, reactive and possesses strong conceptual skills.” Clients appreciate that Alexander “demonstrates rigor in his analysis and clarity of expression.”