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.Snapshot COVID-19 has…

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The new National Family Law Property Arbitration List

The new National Arbitration list in a nutshell & some helpful tips for discussing dispute resolution options.Snapshot In April the Family Court and Federal Circuit…

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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 SCSnapshot The new Singapore Convention, signed in August this year,…

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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.Snapshot While there is an…

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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…

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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.Snapshot Braddon…

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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….

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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.Snapshot Sixty years on from…

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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….

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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…

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