WEBINAR: Successful Alternative Dispute Resolution for Your Company | Part 2: Arbitration

Is arbitration really more speedy, efficient, flexible and economical than litigation?  In this discussion our panelists will consider the benefits as well as the downsides of arbitration, in the context of a variety of disputes.  We will examine the in-house counsel’s role throughout the arbitration process from the contracting stage through the point of dispute, and through the arbitration hearing and beyond.  We will discuss the design of arbitration clauses, and their implementation and enforcement.  We will consider dispute resolution providers and their rules and policies, including the merits of the use of private judges vs. lawyers as arbitrators.  We will address early determination of issues through dispositive motions, discovery, and whether to preserve a right of appeal in connection with the arbitration process.  Our panelists will also provide insights concerning their experiences with arbitration of diverse corporate, commercial and employment related disputes, including the importance of establishing a realistic schedule, creativity in the arbitration setting, as well as coordinating the settlement process with the arbitration process.