Steven Lim

Independent Arbitrator and Barrister at 39 Essex Chambers
Summary
Steven Lim is a highly experienced independent arbitrator and barrister with over 25 years of expertise in international dispute resolution.
He serves as a sole, party-appointed, and presiding arbitrator, in addition to acting as an advocate in international arbitrations across various sectors like construction, infrastructure, and energy.
Steven is affiliated with numerous arbitration organizations including SIAC, HKIAC, ICDR, KCAB, JCAA, CAAI, and more, and has worked on cases under ICC, SCMA, UNCITRAL Rules, and ad hoc settings, even serving as an Emergency Arbitrator.
He is recognized as a leading individual in international arbitration and dispute resolution, acknowledged for his sharp intellect, incisive mind, and extensive experience in SIAC arbitrations.
Steven is a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators, and Asian Institute of Alternative Dispute Resolution.
Having a robust education background, Steven pursued his Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Columbia Law School and his Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Throughout his career, Steven has held various significant positions including being an Arbitrator and Barrister at 39 Essex Chambers, The Senior Partner at CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang, Managing Partner at Nabarro LLP in Singapore, Partner at Clyde & Co Clasis Singapore, Special Counsel at Baker Botts LLP, and Partner at Rajah & Tann, showcasing his diversified experience and deep expertise in the field of arbitration and dispute resolution.