International Arbitration: Law Practice and Procedure

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International Arbitration: Law Practice and Procedure Course
Introduction:
International arbitration offers several advantages over traditional court litigation, including faster dispute resolution and limited appeals. This course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of international arbitration, its principles, and its relationship to other dispute resolution processes. Participants will gain insights into the legal framework, best practices, and procedures of international arbitration in their respective jurisdictions.
The International Arbitration - Law Practice and Procedure training course equips participants with in-depth knowledge of the procedural aspects of international arbitration. It covers legislation based on the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) Model Law, regional arbitration laws, and the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules. This knowledge enables participants to effectively understand and engage in international arbitration proceedings.
The course primarily focuses on legal principles, processes, practices, and procedures in international arbitration. It is valuable for individuals seeking a general understanding of the topic, including parties, representatives, and witnesses involved in arbitration cases. Additionally, it is essential for those aspiring to practice as international arbitrators.
Course Objectives:
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.
- he 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.
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
Course Outlines:
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
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
Managing the arbitration process:
- communications, preliminary meeting, interlocutory matters, dealing with factual and opinion evidence and disclosure of documents
- Presenting the claim and the defense: alternative methods
- Procedure at a typical hearing
- Costs and interest
- Essentials of an enforceable award.
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
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