Arbitrators and Appointments
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| 1 | Arbitration in Brazil After the enactment of the Brazilian Arbitration Act of 1996 (BAA 1996) and the growth of the Brazilian economy, Brazil has become an important venue for arbitration in Latin America. This note considers the framework for arbitration in Brazil, as set out by the BAA 1996, taking into consideration some applicable provisions of the Civil Code of Procedure and recent case law. It deals with all aspects of arbitration by describing the main features of a Brazilian arbitral process, from the preparation of a valid arbitration agreement to the enforcement of arbitral awards. | Practice notes | Maintained |
| 2 | Arbitration in Germany This note describes the most significant features of the arbitral process in Germany, including the German law regarding arbitration agreements, the duties and powers of the tribunal, the role of state courts, and the challenge and enforcement of awards. | Practice notes | Maintained |
| 3 | Bribery, corruption and money laundering in international ... A guide to the key issues that arise when allegations of bribery, corruption and money laundering affect international arbitration proceedings. | Practice notes | Maintained |
| 4 | Challenges to arbitrators This note provides practical guidance on the grounds for challenging an arbitrator and the procedure for making a challenge. PLC Arbitration is grateful to Lee A. Steven of White & Case LLP for his assistance. | Practice notes | Maintained |
| 5 | Constituting a tribunal under the English Arbitration Act 1996 This note outlines the steps which must be taken to constitute a tribunal properly, and offers advice on appointing arbitrators and applying to the English court for supportive remedies. | Practice notes | Maintained |
| 6 | Duties of the arbitral tribunal: the English Arbitration Act 1996 The Arbitration Act 1996 entitles the arbitral tribunal to determine procedure for an arbitration, subject to any agreement the parties have made. But in determining the procedure, the tribunal is placed under important statutory duties. This practice note explains the practical significance of the tribunal's duties, identifies situations in which they may be relevant, and outlines the remedies for breach. | Practice notes | Maintained |
| 7 | How do I appoint an arbitrator? Some arbitration agreements require arbitrators to be chosen and appointed by the parties. But how do you actually go about appointing them? This practice note provides practical guidance on the steps that must be taken when appointing an arbitrator, including the first approach to a potential arbitrator and confirmation of appointment. | Practice notes | Maintained |
| 8 | Minimum procedural standards in international arbitration A brief overview of the minumum procedural standards that apply in international arbitration and the relevant sources of law. | Practice notes | Maintained |
| 9 | Procedural powers of international arbitration tribunals A brief overview of the procedural powers which may be available to international arbitration tribunals. | Practice notes | Maintained |
| 10 | Procedural powers of the arbitral tribunal under the English ... What determines the scope of the procedural powers open to an arbitral tribunal? This practice note explains the source of the tribunal's powers and gives an overview of the powers conferred by the Arbitration Act 1996 and by key institutional rules. | Practice notes | Maintained |
| 11 | Selection of party-nominated arbitrators This note offers a practical guide to selecting an arbitrator. It includes consideration of pre-selection interviews and the guidance offered in the International Bar Association Guidelines. | Practice notes | Maintained |