Get to know us
Equitas Dispute Resolution Group is a U.S.–based ADR practice focused on domestic and international mediation, arbitration, and conflict‑management consulting across complex commercial, sector‑specific, and governance‑related disputes. The firm operates at the intersection of global commerce, institutional governance, and emerging technologies, offering principled, efficient, and analytically rigorous dispute‑resolution services to clients around the world.
The ADR practice is built on a commitment to neutrality, procedural integrity, and cross‑jurisdictional insight. Its work spans industries including mining, energy, construction, maritime, sports, entertainment, and technology transfer, as well as governance and sanctions‑impacted environments. EquitasADR integrates modern, AI‑supported methodologies into its workflows to enhance clarity, efficiency, and fairness while maintaining the human judgment essential to effective dispute resolution.
Our team
Our strength lies in our individuality. Set up by Elijah P. Rukidi-Mpuuga, the team strives to bring in the best talent in the provision of Alternative Dispute Resolution using new technologies.
Elijah Paul Rukidi-Mpuuga, FCIArb
Founder / NEUTRAL/CONSULTANt
Public Arbitrator, FINRA; Ad Hoc Neutral, E-Arbitrator; Panelist (International Arbitration), KIAC; Member: CalArb., MAA, DELOS Arb., Network, AfAA, NYIAC, ICCA, ITC, ABA, ULS
Elijah serves as an international dispute‑resolution neutral and ADR consultant with strengths in multi‑jurisdictional analysis, institutional mapping, sanctions‑related negotiation, and governance‑focused conflict resolution. His background supports a unique capability to navigate disputes involving cross‑border commercial relationships, sector‑specific technical issues, and complex institutional dynamics.
Elijah’s work includes mediation and arbitration of domestic, regional and international commercial disputes, facilitation of sanctions‑impacted negotiations, and advisory support for organizations seeking to integrate artificial intelligence into their dispute‑resolution processes. His approach emphasizes fairness, analytical depth, and a structured, principled methodology tailored to the needs of domestic and global clients.