Why become a Fellow ?

Gaining the designation 'Prime Dispute Fellow (FPD)' demonstrates your individual professional achievements and is an international measure of excellence. It is a mark of distinction; you join a group of professionals who stand out in the eyes of their peers, of business and of the public.

This qualification is ideal if you are a senior leader in dispute avoidance, management and/or resolution . It is an internationally recognised qualification that will enhance your own personal and professional development.

You will have access to all of Prime Dispute's Fellow Benefits and be eligible to use your membership designation FPD. Fellowship is for those who are leaders within our profession.  

What are the requirements?

Please view the requirements.

How much does it cost?

We do not charge an admission fee, however a Biennial fee will be required. Please check with the Executive the current fee.​

​What are the benefits of membership?​

Fellowship is available for professionals within the dispute avoidance, management and/or resolution profession who can demonstrate significant senior experience, knowledge, skills and have the requite qualifications. 

When you’re a Fellow you can use your Prime Dispute fellowship designation after your name – a sign that you are a senior fellow of our profession globally. Our membership will support and help provide international presence and the recognition that you deserve for the success of helping industry in avoiding, resolving and managing disputes. 

Prime Dispute fellowship is your key to professional opportunities throughout the world and the likely fact that you will meet other like minded individuals.

Prime Dispute keeps you at the leading edge of the profession with a range of benefits and services which include:

• Your 'FPD' (Fellow Prime Dispute) designation will provide you with a global identity. Industry, peers and clients will be able to recognise that you are truly active within our profession*;
• FPD members receive a digital Fellowship certificate; 
• FPD members are entitled to an 'FPD Digital Profile' which showcases their experience, knowledge and skills internationally;
• Our clear vision & mission will support your global identify as an FPD member. Being part of a global professional body with a reputation for driving global standards of professionalism, ethics, integrity and accountability;
• Exclusive invitation to join Prime Dispute's dispute avoidance, management and resolution 'Panels'
• Educate others within the profession as a FPD leader after gaining 'Certified Educator' status;
• Free e-Industry Monthly Online newsletters (The digital version is free to read and previous additions are available 24/7);
• Industry feeds relating to law, dispute avoidance, management and resolution;
• Insight into the relevant external events to attend;
• Supporting your career with thought leadership pieces;
• Connecting you with peers, to network, share ideas and gain valuable insights through our creative social media platforms;​​
• Our member focussed social media platforms - Not only do we provide FPD members the opportunity to engage and network with each other online through our members' LinkedIn group, we also keep FPD members up-to-date through our Twitter feeds.  Visit our social media for our members for more information;
• Access to our dispute mechanisms support section - Our dispute resolution mechanisms specifically refer to our FPD Panel members resolving cases for commercial disputes; 
• Prime Dispute looks after its FPD members, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year by email or social media. ​

If you are interested in gaining 'FPD' membership, please email us or complete the enquiry form on this page. 

*Please view the membership requirements