International Commercial Arbitration

International commercial arbitration (ICA) is a private, voluntary, and binding method for resolving business disputes between parties from different countries. In ICA, the parties agree to submit their dispute to a neutral third party (an arbitrator), rather than litigating in the national courts of any country. ICA is favored for its procedural flexibility, confidentiality, efficiency, the opportunity to choose expert arbitrators, and—importantly—the global enforceability of arbitral awards. This enforceability is secured under international agreements such as the New York Convention, which requires courts in most countries to recognize and enforce arbitration agreements and awards made in other signatory states

I work with all major arbitration rules and has acted as counsel in arbitrations governed by UNCITRAL, ICC, LCIA, and SCC, among others. I regularly advise clients on choosing the optimal arbitration framework for their needs.

International commercial arbitration typically takes between 15 and 25 months from the start of proceedings to a final award, though this can vary significantly. The duration depends on the chosen arbitral institution, the tribunal, the complexity of the case, and the amounts in dispute—larger or more complex disputes and multi-member tribunals usually take longer.

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Early consultation means more strategic options and often prevents escalation. Whether your dispute is just emerging or already on the path to arbitration, contact me for a free initial consultation.