Bruce Marks, Founder and Managing Director of Marks & Sokolov, LLC, participated in the panel discussion “The Future of International Arbitration: A Quest for New Standards of Justice or a Complete Overhaul?” at the 14th St. Petersburg International Legal Forum on June 24-26, 2026.

During the discussion, Mr. Marks shared his views on how geopolitical developments, sanctions, and the emergence of new regional arbitration centers are reshaping the global dispute resolution landscape. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience in international litigation and arbitration, he emphasized the importance of preserving confidence in international arbitration while adapting legal frameworks to the rapidly evolving international legal and economic environment.

The panel also examined the evolving role of traditional arbitration venues, the growth of regional arbitration centers, and the future of international dispute resolution in an increasingly complex global landscape.