Recognition

Recognition

Awards & Rankings

Best Lawyers in America
International Arbitration – Commercial – 2010-2024
International Arbitration – Governmental – 2012-2024

Recognized as the Chicago International Arbitration-Commercial Lawyer of the Year – 2014 and 2023

Chambers Global
International Arbitration: Most in Demand Arbitrators Global Market Leaders – 2022-2024
International Arbitration: Arbitrators in USA (Band 1) – 2018-2024
International Arbitration in USA – 2013-2018

Chambers USA
International Arbitration: Arbitrators (Nationwide) (Band 1) – 2018-2024
International Arbitration (Nationwide) – 2009-2018

Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Awarded the 2003 President’s Prize (for receiving the highest mark in the Award Writing Examination)

Heartland Alliance / National Immigrant Justice Center
Received Midwest Light of Human Rights Award – 2012

Illinois Super Lawyers
Business Litigation – 2005-2023

Leaders League
International Arbitration (USA) – 2016, 2017

Legal 500
Litigation: Trade Secrets – 2010

Legal Media Group 
Commercial Arbitration – Best of the Best USA 2013, 2015, 2017-2022
Expert Guide: Commercial Arbitration – 2009, 2011, 2013-2023
Thought Leaders – Arbitration – 2019-2023
Thought Leaders – Litigation – 2019-2023
Insurance and Reinsurance Lawyers – 2012-2019

The National Law Journal
Recognized as an “ADR Champion” – 2016

Who’s Who Legal
Commercial Arbitration – 2010-2024
Commercial Litigation – 2012-2024

Accolades

  • “Larry was really well prepared and well organized.  He really thought about how to organize competing considerations.”  “He is an excellent arbitrator.  If I had an arbitration claim, he would be my first choice as an arbitrator.”  “Lawrence is thoughtful and deliberate, he is measured about reaching conclusions and examining things from different perspectives.”  “Larry is an excellent arbitrator, he is thoughtful, he connects well with partners, he has solutions to the problems that the parties have raised.”  (Chambers USA 2024)
  • “Lawrence is an exceptional arbitrator.” “He comes highly recommended.” “Mr Schaner is a precise and measured arbitrator.”  (Who’s Who Legal: Arbitration 2024)
  • “Lawrence Schaner is one of the leading names in the market when it comes to complex domestic and international disputes spanning a variety of industry sectors.” (Who’s Who Legal: Litigation 2024)
  • “Lawrence Schaner is hardworking, responsive and thoughtful.”  “[He] is very good at asking important and relevant questions.” (Chambers Global 2023)
  • “Lawrence Schaner is a respected arbitrator adept at sitting under a variety of major arbitration rules, including SCC, ICDR, ICC and UNCITRAL.  ‘Lawrence is terrific – he’s careful, thoughtful, collegial, excellent to work with, candid and thorough in discussions.’ ‘He’s at the very top tier of sought-after arbitrators.  He’s an intellectual, his writing is crisp and concise, his analysis is strong and he makes an excellent chair.’  ‘He is really amazing – he’s very meticulous, knows the rules really well and raises insightful thoughts and ideas.'”  (Chambers USA 2022)
  • “Lawrence Schaner … demonstrates his international experience sitting as chair and party-appointed member of the panel across the US and Latin American markets. One commentator highlights that ‘he is extremely smart, very well organised and really knows how to manage a case in a way that addresses the parties’ interests in a full and fair hearing.'” (Chambers Global 2022)
  • Peers and clients say about Lawrence Schaner: “He is a brilliant lawyer and arbitrator.” “He is an insightful and astute commentator.” “Lawrence is incredibly well known in the international arbitration market.” (Who’s Who Legal Arbitration 2022)
  • Interviewees report:  “Lawrence is an excellent writer, has great intellect and is highly respected in the field. He is a frequent choice for both wing and chair assignments because he is so capable.” “He draws from a deep well of experience.” “Lawrence has a commitment to excellence in every respect, and the ability to manage arbitration proceedings earnestly and proactively to afford a fair and efficient process.”  (Chambers & Partners USA 2021)
  • Peers and clients describe Lawrence Schaner as “a great chair and extremely strong arbitrator,” “a truly international lawyer,” “extremely knowledgeable about international arbitration principles and … well respected by the arbitration community,” and “one of the best-established disputes lawyers out there.”  (Who’s Who Legal Arbitration 2021)
  • “Lawrence Schaner is a respected arbitrator adept at sitting under a variety of major arbitration rules, including SCC, ICDR, ICC and UNCITRAL. Interviewees highlight that ‘he is very strong in commercial arbitration and financial disputes.’ Another source reports: ‘He brought to the table a wealth of international arbitration experience and knowledge.’” (Chambers & Partners USA 2020)
  • “Lawrence Schaner is a standout arbitration specialist in domestic and international commercial disputes.”  (Who’s Who Legal Arbitration 2020)
  • “Lawrence Schaner set up Schaner Dispute Resolution after many years serving as both counsel and arbitrator in international arbitrations. One interviewee remarks: ‘I’m very impressed with the way he handles dynamics with heavyweights in the area – he runs a really tight ship and he’s very good at running the whole administration of the case.’” (Chambers & Partners USA 2019)
  • “’Extremely good arbitrator’ Lawrence Schaner wins widespread plaudits for his depth of experience on complex international disputes.” (Who’s Who Legal Arbitration 2019)
  • “Lawrence Schaner is ‘an extraordinary lawyer’ and ‘one of the best-established litigators’ in the US, according to effusive sources.”  (Who’s Who Legal Litigation 2019)
  • “Lawrence Schaner of Schaner Dispute Resolution LLC is noted for his expertise serving as both counsel and arbitrator in a variety of complex disputes. He draws praise from sources, who describe him as ‘a very experienced commercial arbitration expert who is a sophisticated and fair person to deal with.’” (Chambers & Partners USA 2018)
  • “Peers characterise him as a ‘high-quality lawyer’ and praise his procedural expertise.”  (Chambers & Partners Global 2018)
  • “The ‘excellent’ Lawrence Schaner is a highly respected arbitration practitioner, particularly in relation to the representation of corporate entities in cross-border disputes.  Interviewees note that he is ‘very creative in coming up with solutions’ while also praising his ‘in-depth knowledge of the international arbitration community.’”  (Chambers & Partners USA 2017)
  • “Lawrence Schaner is praised for the depth of his knowledge in the international arbitration arena.”  (Chambers & Partners USA 2014)
  • “He is ‘highly regarded in the whole network of the international arbitration field.’”  (Chambers & Partners USA 2012)
  • “Lawrence Schaner is ‘top notch.’”  (Who’s Who Legal 2012)
  • “The ‘tremendously knowledgeable’ Schaner is considered one of Chicago’s finest international arbitration experts.” (Chambers & Partners USA 2011)