2025 Arbitration Year in Review
The 2025 Arbitration Year in Review is out: a global analysis of reforms, jurisprudence, and enforcement across 40+ seats.
Your daily dose of arbitration and legal industry insights.
United Kingdom
Spotlight on Non-party Document Production Orders for Arbitration from England and Wales
Non-party documents in England & Wales-seated arbitration: when can courts help? VXJ v FY clarifies the strict limits of the...
Why ICSID Awards Should Be Assignable: Reassessing the High Court’s Reasoning in Operafunds v. Spain
Restricting assignment of ICSID awards risks entrenching sovereign resistance—this piece reassesses the High Court’s reasoning through enforcement realities.
Compensation Versus Certainty: The Relevance Under English Law of Market-Based Damages to Loss Resulting from Late Redelivery Under a Charterparty
English law confirms market-based damages for late redelivery, reinforcing predictability in charterparty disputes despite potential owner windfalls.
Assignment of ICSID Awards Rejected: The English High Court Clarifies International Law Limits
A UK ruling limits award monetisation by holding that ICSID awards remain non-assignable, even after registration for enforcement.
Jus Mundi and LCIA Announce Strategic Collaboration to Advance Arbitration Excellence and AI Innovation
Jus Mundi and the LCIA join forces to advance arbitration through shared expertise, training initiatives, and innovative AI-driven solutions for...
Spotlight on the Governing Law of Arbitration Contracts from England and Wales
Section 6A of the Arbitration Act 2025 brings clarity to the governing law of arbitration agreements and raises fresh questions...
Time Limits for Appealing Awards: Lessons from England
Recent English judgments reaffirm the strict enforcement of statutory and contractual time limits for appealing arbitral awards, underscoring the risks...
May or Nay? Interpreting “May” in Arbitration Clauses
Exploring how courts interpret “may” in arbitration clauses—India vs global views—and why precise drafting matters to avoid disputes.
AI and Arbitration Series: A Perspective from the UK
In England & Wales, AI is reshaping arbitration. With no direct regulation, tribunals weigh tech efficiency against fairness and procedural...
International Commercial Courts of the Gulf
From DIFC to ADGM, arbitration in the Gulf is evolving. At LIDW 2025, chief justices outlined bold steps toward global...
Smart Contracts: Global Perspectives and Legal Realities – Part 2
Can smart contracts hold up in arbitration? Explore global legal perspectives and what they mean for enforceability in digital dispute...
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