The Israeli Institute of Commercial Arbitration (IICA) is proud to be the first institution in Israel dedicated to arbitration and dispute resolution. Founded over 30 years ago by the late Professor Smadar Ottolenghi and the Federation of Israeli Chambers of Commerce, the IICA was established as a non-profit public institution, with the mission of promoting arbitration and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms across Israel’s business and legal communities.
Following the leadership of Professor Ottolenghi, the Institute was led by a distinguished line of Presidents: retired judges Amnon Strashnov, Dan Arbel, and Ila Procaccia, all of whom made significant contributions to the growth and development of the IICA. Today, under my leadership, we continue to build on their legacy – expanding the role of arbitration not only within Israel but increasingly across international borders.
The IICA provides an efficient and reliable organizational framework for the resolution of disputes through arbitration. Our arbitrators are carefully appointed according to the nature of each case – whether involving real estate, high-tech, commerce, or international transactions – and our extensive list includes the most highly regarded retired judges, senior lawyers, accountants, engineers, and subject-matter experts.
The Institute operates under well-defined and fair procedural rules, maintains strict adherence to schedules, upholds the highest ethical standards, and ensures discretion throughout the process. Importantly, with the introduction of our Rules of International Arbitration, we are proud to offer a platform that meets the expectations of parties engaged in cross-border disputes, bringing international arbitration excellence to Israel.
Our experienced and professional staff accompany the process from start to finish, ensuring that proceedings are conducted at the highest level of professionalism, efficiently, and with a firm commitment to service.
The staff of the Institute and I would be pleased to provide you with arbitration services of the highest caliber – locally and internationally – always adhering to deadlines, fairness, and a service-minded approach.
Sincerely,
Dr. Menashe Cohen, Adv.
President