Harshitha Ram is an international disputes attorney, arbitrator, and mediator renowned for her multifaceted expertise in both domestic U.S and international arbitration and mediation. She specializes in a wide array of legal areas, including commercial & contractual law, information technology (including blockchain, cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence, and smart contracts), manufacturing, healthcare, energy & natural resources, corporate & business law, banking & securities, aviation, marine & shipping, construction & infrastructure, pharmaceuticals & life sciences, international trade & investment law, lemon law, labor and employment matters among others. She excels in handling complex arbitrations and mediations across these diverse fields.
Ram possesses substantial expertise and profound understanding, serving as the sole arbitrator for several hundreds of cases including large and intricate cases valued at over USD 15 million. Her extensive experience highlights her adeptness in navigating complex legal terrain and achieving fair resolutions in arbitration cases of varying scales, from minor disputes to high-stakes matters. She is one of the youngest arbitrators approved as the Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, London (2011). Ram holds the distinguished honor of being the youngest arbitrator ever appointed by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Court of Arbitration, Paris, an achievement she earned in 2013.
Her practice encompasses early dispute resolution (EDR), arbitration, mediation, risk and crises management on both the domestic and international fronts. Ram serves as an adjunct professor of law at Michigan State University and NorthEastern Illinois University. Notable for her roles as an arbitrator and mediator, she is on esteemed panels such as the AAA-ICDR, National Mediation Board, FINRA, American Health Law Association, Asian International Arbitration Center, Bali International Arbitration & Mediation Center, among others. Ram serves as a class action arbitrator across the United States, facilitating consumer arbitration programs nationwide. Her legal training spans three jurisdictions—USA, India, and the UK, and she is admitted to practice law in Illinois, USA and India.
Ram is a trained and accredited mediator certified by the Michigan Supreme Court. She holds an honors degree in law and a Master of Laws with a specialization in Dispute Resolution. She was recognized as an outstanding student in Dispute Resolution Law at the University of South Wales and was also nominated to the Dean’s List for her exceptional academic performance. Widely recognized for her expertise, she is a sought-after speaker at national and international conferences, ADR forums, law schools, and ADR groups. Adding to her diversified contributions, she holds distinguished leadership roles as the Chair of the ADR Section of the Detroit Bar Association (DBA) (where she was awarded for her outstanding leadership in 2024), she serves as the publications Chair of the Arbitration committee of the American Bar Association (ABA) and is elected as the ICC Young Arbitration and ADR Forum (YAAF) representative for North America 2024 – 2026 mandate which signifies a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future of arbitration and ADR in the region.
Ram is an honored listee of Marquis Who’s Who legal 2023. Ram is multilingual and culturally adept, handling parties with the utmost care. She is particularly sensitive to and understanding of cross-cultural communication and dynamics. With a proven track record of excellence and a commitment to delivering fair, innovative solutions, she is the trusted choice for resolving your most complex disputes. Secure her expertise today and experience ADR at its finest.