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When parties plan to resolve disputes by arbitration, there are several key considerations regarding procedure. In the second of a multi-part series, we look at two key features to consider when drafting (and applying) your arbitration agreement.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has embarked on a significant legal reform with the introduction of its first Civil Transactions Law (the “Civil Code”), which took effect on December 16, 2023.
On 22 February 2024, the UK government confirmed the UK’s withdrawal from the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT), blaming a failure of efforts to modernise the treaty and align it with net zero aims.
2023 was another year of change brought by global factors, such as the Russia-Ukraine war, the rising trend of protectionism, the continued and increased disruption to supply chains, and inflation — all factors that are set to continue in 2024 and will give rise to dispute risks across different jurisdictions and sectors.
The UK has announced that it will review its membership of the Energy Charter Treaty (the “ECT” or “Treaty”) if there is no agreement on modernisation by November 2023.
With frequent opportunities to travel and clients all over the world, the life of an international arbitration lawyer, although not always easy, is never dull. Believe it or not, Louise Woods – head of international disputes – Europe at Vinson & Elkins – hasn’t always been involved in this area of law.
Ciara Ros authored a report for Global Arbitration Review on The Institute for Transnational Arbitration’s (ITA’s) latest workshop. The ITA’s 35th annual workshop was entitled “Remedies in International Arbitration: Wielding Arbitral Power for Effective Redress.”
Roberta Downey, Head of International Construction and Partner, Vinson & Elkins joins Legal 500 Corporate Conversations — a new-format webinar and podcast that combines the best of the “fireside chat” format with the utility of the “ask me anything” (AMA) presentation.