Gary Benton

Gary Benton is an Adjunct Professor at Pepperdine University's Caruso School of Law and Santa Clara University. As an internationally recognized arbitrator and mediator, he specializes in technology-driven disputes including intellectual property infringement, cybersecurity, and international commercial conflicts. He has handled hundreds of cases globally through major arbitral institutions.

His research focuses on:

• Technology licensing and development disputes
• Cross-border investment conflicts
• Cybersecurity incident resolution frameworks
• Trade secret and patent arbitration methodologies

Professional leadership roles include:

• Founder and Chairman of Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center
• Fellow of Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
• Board Member of College of Commercial Arbitrators
• Advisory Board member for International Council for Commercial Arbitration

Major recognitions:

• National Law Journal's 25 ADR Trendsetters (USA)
• IAM 300 World's Leading IP Strategists
• SVAMC World's Leading Technology Neutrals