International Cross-Border Mediation
As an internationally renowned mediator, George has built a reputation for his never-say-quit attitude to mediation; a trait that has led to overcoming what others would find an impossible impasse.
As an internationally renowned mediator, George has built a reputation for his never-say-quit attitude to mediation; a trait that has led to overcoming what others would find an impossible impasse.
A Senior Counsel at the Singapore Bar, George is able to utilise his forty years of high-level litigation experience into helping parties find the optimum solution for their dispute.
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“George Lim SC is a “highly in-demand” mediator, according to market commentators. His practice covers a range of areas including commercial cross-border matters.”
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Learn MorePeers and clients say: “George Lim SC is “a very well-known mediator, up there with the best of them”; “He is very much respected by peers as an excellent mediator and is in high demand.”
He has been mediating for over 20 years, and is a pioneer in the cross-border commercial mediation scene in Singapore and Asia. With almost 40 years of legal experience across various sectors, he brings to the mediating table his depth of legal expertise and knowledge but most of all, an ability to distill complex issues to their essence.
George was appointed Singapore’s Mediation Consultant to the UNCITRAL working group 2 on conciliation, which resulted in the Singapore Convention on Mediation.
“There are countries or parties from different countries, and the dispute has nothing to do with Singapore, but they are bringing it here. When you ask them why, they say neutrality, confidentiality and a trusted system. That’s what Singapore can offer.”
– The Straits Times, 7 August 2019
In December 2021, George successfully mediated a settlement in Seoul, South Korea, between FuelCell Energy, Inc and POSCO Energy Co., Ltd involving over $1b in claims spanning five ICC arbitrations.
“POSCO is pleased that the parties were able through mediation to reach an amicable settlement and achieve a mutually beneficial outcome.”
Mediation is a key pillar of the legal framework in Singapore, utilized both in a private setting and by the courts. The Third Edition of the title expands to feature new chapters that reflect the rapidly evolving landscape of mediation in this jurisdiction. In particular a focus is put on conducting mediation in a digital landscape and cross-boarder, providing practical tips from experienced Mediators. The discussion presented around the Mediation Act is further developed by highlighting the very recent Singapore Convention on Mediation Act and what this means for the practice moving forward. This book is an excellent resource for seasoned Mediators and newcomers alike; providing scope and detail for anyone wishing to gain a deeper understanding of the background methodology in order to better apply the concepts in practice.