Course description
The primary benefits of using international arbitration to resolve a dispute rather than traditional court litigation include: International Arbitration can resolve disputes more swiftly than traditional court litigation since there are only limited appeals from arbitration awards.
This Course designed to provide an understanding of the general principles of international (i.e. non-domestic) arbitration and its relationship to other dispute resolution processes. The course will provide candidates with an introduction to the legal framework of, and good practice and procedure in, international arbitration in their jurisdiction.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
International Arbitration: Law Practice and Procedure training course is ideal for :
- Any professional that is looking to increase their knowledge or gain a better understanding of the jurisdiction within the arbitration and adjudication construction process.
- Wish to learn more about international arbitration and its benefits to users;
Outcome / Qualification etc.
At the end of the International Arbitration: Law Practice and Procedure training course , you will be able to:
- Understand the background to international arbitration.
- Describe the process and procedure of international arbitration.
- Understand international arbitration in the context of other forms of dispute resolution.
- The legal framework, including limitations of matters that may be legally arbitrated
- The contractual nature of the appointment of an arbitrator
- The range and limitations of an arbitrator’s powers and jurisdiction
- The rights, duties and responsibilities of a party to an arbitration
- The methods of initiating and processing an arbitration
- The relevance of the court regarding all stages in an arbitration
- The requirements of an enforceable award.
- Evaluate and apply the principles and legal requirements of an international arbitration.
- Evaluate issues and apply the principles of the UNCITRAL Model Law as well as a regional arbitration law, appropriately.
- Demonstrate practical skill in carrying out the tasks required in preparing for and progressing an international arbitration.
Training Course Content
Day 1
Comparison of dispute resolution procedures
- Comparison of dispute resolution procedures
- Fundamental principles of the arbitration process
- The UNCITRAL Model Law and Arbitration
- Rules Arbitration rules: time-limited, institutional, industry standards, industry schemes and ad hoc agreements
Day 2
Arbitration procedures: documents only and oral hearings
- The arbitration agreement
- Commencement of the arbitration
- An arbitrator’s jurisdiction and powers
- The arbitration process: obligations of the tribunal, responsibilities and obligations of the parties
Day 3
Managing the arbitration process:
- communications, preliminary meeting, interlocutory matters, dealing with factual and opinion evidence and disclosure of documents
- Presenting the claim and the defence: alternative methods
- Procedure at a typical hearing
- Costs and interest
- Essentials of an enforceable award.
Day 4
Law, Practice And Procedure Of International Arbitration
- The Arbitral Tribunal: Independence and Impartiality
- The Arbitral Tribunal: Jurisdiction and Powers
- The Arbitral Tribunal: Duties and Procedural Choices
Day 5
Procedures: Pleadings, Documents and Evidence
- Procedures: Applications to the Tribunal
- Procedures: The Hearing
- Remedies, Costs, Interest and Currency Awards
- The Role of the Court
- The Role of the State Court
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