The Swiss Private International Law Act (“PILA”), codified in the Federal Act on Private International Law of 18 December 1987, is likely the most complete codification of private international law in the world. Initially introduced in Swiss legislation to strengthen Switzerland’s position in the field of international law, the PILA was recently revamped to accommodate […]
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William Kirtley Ranked in Who’s Who Legal for International Arbitration
William Kirtley has been ranked in Who’s Who Legal for International Arbitration and appreciates peers and clients participating in this ranking exercise, especially given their busy schedules. Who’s Who Legal is a highly respected international legal directory that identifies and profiles leading legal practitioners in various fields of law. It is known for its rigorous […]
Investor-State Arbitrations Against Serbia
Numerous countries have faced investor-State arbitrations, including Serbia. This snapshot of reported investor-State arbitrations against Serbia to date is intended to give a quick overview of the dominant issues arising in the investor-State arbitrations against Serbia. The reported cases of investor-State arbitrations against Serbia are briefly discussed below. Mera Investment Fund Limited v. Republic of […]
AI in International Arbitration
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the ability of a computer or computer-controlled robot to perform tasks that are commonly associated with the intellectual processes characteristic of humans.[1] With the appearance of AI, many fear that computers will take over the work of human workers, especially in fields where a computer can actually perform better. An example […]
Intra-EU Investment Arbitration After Achmea
This note looks into the reality of intra-EU investment arbitration after the judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union in Achmea. Achmea was initially referred to as a groundbreaking decision, which caused further steps to be taken to prevent intra-EU investment arbitration. However, recent decisions and judgments may call into question the […]
WIPO Arbitration
WIPO is the World Intellectual Property Organization, which is the global forum for intellectual property (IP) services, policy, information and cooperation. It was founded in 1967 and is part of the United Nations. Its mission consists in achieving a balanced and effective international IP system, thus enabling innovation and creativity for the benefit of all. The WIPO […]
Aceris Law Succeeds in DIAC Arbitration Under English Law
Aceris Law is pleased to announce that it has resolved another dispute for a well-deserving client, this time a DIAC arbitration with its seat at the DIFC. The dispute involved the breach of a sale and purchase agreement for fuel products. The Respondent was represented by the local office of a major London-based corporate firm. […]
Use of Demonstrative Exhibits in International Arbitration
Having their origins in US litigation,[1] demonstrative exhibits have found their place in international arbitration, namely in fact-intensive arbitrations, such as construction arbitrations. Black’s Law Dictionary defines the term “demonstrative evidence” as “[p]hysical evidence that one can see and inspect (such as a model or photograph) and that, while of probative value and usually offered […]
Reform of the 1996 English Arbitration Act
On 6 September 2023, the Law Commission of England and Wales (the “Law Commission”) published its long-anticipated Final Report on the Reform of the 1996 English Arbitration Act (“Final Report”), along with a helpful summary of its Final Report. Procedural History In March 2021, the Law Commission was tasked by the Ministry of Justice to determine […]
