Arbitration is a widely used method of resolving commercial and investment disputes globally, valued for its neutrality, confidentiality, and procedural flexibility. Arbitrators play a key role in this system, with their integrity, independence, and competence being essential to the arbitral process. Nonetheless, with this authority comes responsibility. Arbitrators are generally protected from civil suits under […]
Data Protection in International Arbitration
In an era where data is a new form of currency, safeguarding sensitive information is an essential consideration in international arbitration. At the same time, data protection laws of the world have rapidly expanded in scope to the point that, according to Gonçalves and Brancher, “there is no area of law that is not impacted […]
Arbitrations Involving International Organisations
It is widely acknowledged that international organisations proliferated in the aftermath of World War II,[1] although preliminary forms had existed earlier.[2] Major international organisations are universally recognised. These include the United Nations (UN), the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), the World Trade Organisation (WTO), the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), […]
Before Commencing Arbitration: Six Critical Questions to Ask
Arbitration offers an alternative to going to court, allowing disputes to be resolved privately by one or more arbitrators chosen by the parties. It is often preferred for its confidentiality, speed, and the ability to appoint experts in complex or technical matters. It is also widely used for resolving cross-border disputes involving parties from different […]
How to Commence an ICDR Arbitration: From Filing to Tribunal Appointment
It is not difficult to commence an International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR) arbitration. The ICDR, the international division of the American Arbitration Association (AAA), is a leading institution for administering cross-border arbitrations, particularly in the United States and across the Americas. Renowned for its neutrality, procedural efficiency, and global enforceability, ICDR arbitration is governed […]