In a landmark decision rendered by the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR), the recent case of Iliria S.R.L. v Albania underscores the imperative need for timely justice in matters of international arbitration in the...more
With changes in global markets, the international arbitration landscape in Asia has notably shifted over the last few years. This article explores the impacts of volatility in today’s energy markets, related contractual...more
The UK Law Commission’s review of the Arbitration Act 1996 has concluded with the publication of its final recommendations. The final recommendations present a welcome set of practical changes that fine-tune legislation that...more
The comment period for the UK Law Commission’s most recent review of the Arbitration Act 1996 is now open—the Commission seeks comments on such topics as choice of law, Section 67 award challenges, and potential arbitrator...more
Following a consultation, the UK government announced it will sign the Singapore Convention, thereby renewing its commitment to international commercial mediation and the United Kingdom’s position as a world-leading center...more
When considering a proper dispute resolution forum for a contractual arrangement between the parties incorporated or operating in different jurisdictions, the parties often tend to prefer international arbitration over...more
The United Kingdom’s Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has granted the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) a General Licence allowing it to process payments from designated parties (DPs) who are...more
The UK Law Commission is currently undertaking a review of the Arbitration Act 1996, the principal legislation governing arbitrations in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, to ensure it is as “clear, modern, and efficient...more
A new direction from the UAE Ministry of Justice will allow courts in Dubai to enforce judgments and orders issued by English courts.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and English governments have never entered into a...more
The UK Law Commission has announced that it will carry out a review of the Arbitration Act 1996, the principal legislation governing arbitrations in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The Law Commission has stated that its...more
In April 2020 and following an inconsistent approach by the English courts to the question of which law governs an arbitration agreement, the English Court of Appeal held in Enka Insaat Ve Sanayi AS v. OOO “Insurance Company...more
An International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) tribunal has recently dismissed the jurisdictional challenges of the Republic of Cyprus and is pushing ahead with a multiparty arbitration commenced by...more
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In the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, international arbitration and alternative dispute resolution institutions are looking to provide innovative solutions to current restrictions on international travel and...more
In light of the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the ICC on April 9 released a guidance highlighting a number of measures that parties, counsel, and tribunal members can take in order to avoid extensive disruption to...more
A recent case raised an interesting issue regarding the relationship between English law, which suggested there was no apparent bias, and the International Bar Association Guidelines on Conflicts of Interest in International...more
LCIA’s analysis includes a comparison of its arbitration costs against corresponding amounts for ICC, SIAC, and HKIAC proceedings.
On 3 November, the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) published a...more