Enforcing international arbitration awards in Australia
The High Court has recently considered whether a foreign State is immune in certain proceedings before Australian courts.
By Justin Hogan-Doran - 2 min read
Choosing arbitration amid the disruption of COVID-19
Now, more than ever, alternative dispute resolution is critical to resolving civil disputes between parties and reducing the pressure on courts in NSW.
By Mark Dempsey SC, Dr Mark Brabazon SC and Brin Anniwell - 3 min read
The new National Family Law Property Arbitration List
The new National Arbitration list in a nutshell & some helpful tips for discussing dispute resolution options.
By Matthew Shepherd and Judge Joe Harman - 2 min read
New Singapore Convention set to bring greater certainty to international mediation
An expert look at the new Singapore Convention on international mediation. By ANTHONY LO SURDO SC
By Anthony Lo Surdo SC - 2 min read
Family arbitration: What it is and how to use it
With the family law system in crisis JUDGE JOE HARMAN of the Federal Circuit Court discusses the merits of family arbitration.
By Judge Joe Harman - 8 min read
High Court clarifies when arbitration clauses keep disputes confidential
In Rinehart v Hancock Prospecting P/L the High Court emphasises the importance of drafting clear arbitration clauses in keeping disputes confidential. By CRISPIAN LYNCH, COLLEEN…
By Crispian Lynch, Colleen Platford, Edward Martin, Vincent Giang and Kai Luck - 2 min read
First judicial consideration of family law property arbitration reforms
Braddon & Braddon is the first judicial clarification of when a family law property arbitral award can be reviewed, or registration opposed. By MATTHEW SHEPHERD.
By Matthew Shepherd - 1 min read
Commonwealth Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse: Redress payments
Lawyers have a tough task advising survivors of sexual abuse about the alternatives to a redress offer. Most survivors will receive less than the maximum….
By Steve Lancken and Robyn Bailey - 2 min read
Singapore Convention 2018: reshaping alternate dispute resolution and enforcement
The Singapore Convention, if ratified by the UN General Assembly, will reshape international commercial agreements and ‘settlement agreements. By CRAIG CARTER.
By Craig Carter - 2 min read
Commonwealth Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse: Direct Personal Responses
Participating in DPR is unlike any other legal work, lawyers need new skills and knowledge to help their clients reap the benefits of a DPR….
By Steve Lancken and Robyn Bailey - 2 min read
Misrepresentation and ethics in mediation
Mediation involves the fundamental proposition that a lawyer must never make a representation to an opponent or mediator that is known to be untrue. By…
By Campbell Bridge SC - 1 min read