Carmel Proudfoot
About Carmel Proudfoot
Carmel Proudfoot is a Managing Associate at Linklaters in Singapore, with a strong background in law and arbitration. She has previously held positions at Norton Rose Fulbright and the International Chamber of Commerce, and has extensive experience in cross-border disputes and the enforcement of arbitral awards.
Work at Linklaters
Carmel Proudfoot has been employed at Linklaters as a Managing Associate since 2023. Based in Singapore, she has spent one year in this role, contributing her expertise in arbitration and dispute resolution. Her position involves advising clients on complex legal matters and representing them in various jurisdictions.
Previous Experience at Norton Rose Fulbright
Prior to her current role, Carmel Proudfoot worked at Norton Rose Fulbright for a total of six years. She served as a Senior Associate from 2020 to 2023, and as an Associate from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, she began her career at Norton Rose Fulbright as a Lawyer from 2016 to 2017. Her work involved handling cross-border disputes and representing clients in significant legal proceedings.
Education and Expertise
Carmel Proudfoot studied at Murdoch University, where she earned a Bachelor of Laws with First Class Honours and a Bachelor of Arts in History, both completed between 2010 and 2014. She furthered her legal education at The College of Law Australia, obtaining a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice in 2015. Her academic background supports her expertise in arbitration and dispute resolution.
Involvement with International Chamber of Commerce
Carmel Proudfoot served as the ICC YAF Regional Representative for South Asia from 2019 to 2021. In this role, she engaged with young arbitration practitioners and contributed to the development of arbitration practices in the region. She also serves on the ICC Australia Arbitration Steering Committee, furthering her involvement in international arbitration.
Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Experience
Carmel Proudfoot has significant experience in arbitration, having acted for clients under major arbitral rules including ICC, SIAC, LCIA, and UNCITRAL. She has represented clients before the High Court of Australia and other major courts and tribunals. Her expertise extends to cross-border disputes in sectors such as energy, international trade, and transport, as well as advising on the enforcement of arbitral awards.