Specialist arbitration for technology disputes.

Martin Dillon BA, LLB, AAMINZ

Independent arbitrator based in New Zealand. Online arbitration services delivered globally. Available in-person as needed.

Admitted to practice law in 2007. LLB from the University of Auckland. BA in Philosophy. Former commercial litigation solicitor. Former Crown Prosecutor. Author of Civil Litigation for Non-Lawyers and A Guide to Criminal Trials in New Zealand. Founding member of 109 Barristers’ Chambers. Developer of Courtkeys.com, VOS data conversion and Aria3D.

Associate member of the Arbitrators and Mediators Institute of New Zealand (AMINZ). Member of the New Zealand Bar Association. Member of the New Zealand Law Society. Currently serving on the Waikato Bay of Plenty Branch Council of the New Zealand Law Society.

Technology Arbitration: A Specialist Service

Technology disputes are rarely straightforward. They often involve complex systems, rapidly evolving platforms, novel business models, and evidential material that does not fit neatly within traditional legal categories.

As a specialist technology arbitrator, I provide independent arbitration services for disputes involving modern technology, software, digital infrastructure, and data-driven systems. My role is to help parties resolve disputes efficiently, confidentially, and fairly — without the delay, cost, and rigidity of court proceedings.

Technology arbitration is particularly well-suited to disputes where technical detail, expert evidence, and evolving commercial practices must be assessed carefully and pragmatically.

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Types of Technology Disputes

I act as arbitrator in a range of technology-related disputes, including:

Software development and implementation disputes.
SaaS and cloud services agreements.
IT services and managed services contracts.
Technology procurement and vendor disputes.
Data, privacy, and information-handling disputes.
Platform, API, and systems integration issues.
Digital transformation and automation projects.
Technology-enabled commercial disputes.

Many technology disputes arise where systems do not perform as expected, requirements evolve mid-project, or contractual language struggles to keep pace with technological change. Arbitration allows these issues to be addressed by a neutral decision-maker with experience in both legal analysis and evidential complexity.

A Modern Arbitration Process

I offer a modern arbitration service designed to meet the needs of technology-focused disputes:

Online arbitration by default, with secure virtual hearings.
Flexible procedures adapted to the scale and complexity of the dispute.
Confidential proceedings, protecting commercial sensitivity.
Independent and neutral decision-making.
Efficient timetables, avoiding unnecessary delay.

For parties who require it, in-person hearings may be arranged in New Zealand or elsewhere by agreement.

Why Technology Arbitration is Different

Technology disputes often involve:

Large volumes of technical documentation and digital evidence.
Expert testimony on systems, processes, and performance.
Novel issues with limited legal precedent.
Fast-moving commercial environments where delay causes real harm.

My background in both civil litigation and criminal trial work means I am experienced in managing complex evidence, testing expert opinion, and identifying the real points of dispute beneath technical detail.

Arbitration provides the flexibility needed to deal with these issues sensibly — including tailored procedures, focused hearings, and technology-enabled processes that suit the dispute rather than forcing the dispute into a rigid procedural framework.

Who This Service is For

My arbitration services are suitable for:

Technology companies and startups.
Software developers and IT service providers.
Commercial organisations using complex technology systems.
Lawyers seeking a specialist arbitrator for technology disputes.

Clear Decisions for Modern Legal Challenges

Technology continues to evolve faster than traditional dispute-resolution systems. Arbitration offers a practical, adaptable alternative — and specialist technology arbitration ensures disputes are decided with an understanding of both the legal and technical landscape.

My approach is structured and evidence-focused, with the aim of delivering clear, reasoned outcomes that parties can rely on.