Halloran & Sage successfully defended its clients in an international arbitration proceeding filed by a consulting geologist, who sought an award (including cash and/or equity which he valued to be in excess of $20 million) based upon his alleged contract with the Firm’s clients, who have explored and developed mineral properties in Colombia, South America, for over 20 years. Based upon events covering a span of over 15 years, the Claimant asserted contract, promissory estoppel, and unjust enrichment claims to seek recover. After first convincing the panel of three arbitrators to bifurcate the dispute and after an initial two-day evidentiary hearing, we succeeded in dismissing all of the non-contractual claims, and also dramatically limiting the scope of further proceedings. Then, after further briefing and an additional two-day evidentiary hearing, the Panel dismissed the remaining claims, and never had to reach the question of valuation or damages. Joseph G. Fortner, Jr., was lead counsel, prepared all briefs and submissions, and conducted all examinations.