Afrrin Tarana
Arbitrator and Counsel
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Experience
Arbitrator and Counsel at DIAC (2023-03 – 2024-07)
Took part in over 30 international commercial arbitration proceedings. Managed procedural protocols, prepared legal submissions and coordinated case timelines, securing favourable arbitral awards in 24 disputes. Conducted in-depth research on cross-border mediation frameworks under the LCIA and Singapore Mediation Convention, analysing enforceability mechanisms and best practices to strengthen ADR procedural outcomes.
Junior Counsel at Chambers of Advocate General (2022-02 – 2023-03)
Analysed jurisdictional and enforcement challenges in cross-border litigation, devising case preparations that streamlined institutional workflows and improved dispute resolution outcomes across multiple legal systems.
Legal Associate at MTLC (2020-05 – 2022-01)
Supported arbitration proceedings and drafted procedural submissions in energy sector disputes, including EV and coal mining cases valued at £400,000–£700,000, achieving favourable awards for private clients. Prepared case summaries, arbitral petitions and procedural correspondence in high-value corporate and infrastructure disputes for the National Electricity Board and National Highways, with total dispute values exceeding £55,000,000.
Education
Postgraduate in International Dispute Resolution – DURHAM UNIVERSITY (2026-01)
B.A.LL.B. (Hons) in Corporate Law – AMITY UNIVERSITY (2020-05)
