Factual evidence plays the key role in international arbitration, as in all dispute resolution. It is generally accepted that a claim or defence of a party needs to be supported by evidence. However, a question arises about the admissibility of illegally obtained evidence in international arbitration. How do arbitral tribunals approach this issue? Evidence in […]
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Milan Chamber of Commerce (“CAM”) Arbitration Rules
The Milan Chamber of Arbitration (Camera Arbitrale di Milano or the “CAM”) issued revised arbitration rules that entered into force on 1 March 2023 (the “CAM Arbitration Rules“), following the long-awaited reform of Italian arbitration law (see International Arbitration in Italy: 2022 Amendments). The Milan Chamber of Arbitration, which forms part of the Chamber of […]
Aceris Law Succeeds in Resolving Complex Wind Farm Dispute Subject to English Law
Aceris Law is pleased to have successfully resolved another complex dispute for a well-deserving client. The case concerned the development of wind farms in an Eastern European country, with a number of interrelated contracts under English law calling for the resolution of disputes pursuant to LCIA arbitration. Following unforeseen events that impacted the project, a […]
Arbitration and the Revised Swiss Private International Law Act
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 […]
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 […]
