Arbitration is often selected as an alternative to court to achieve important objectives: to promptly resolve a commercial dispute, in a confidential setting, using a tribunal that controls its own procedures and that may have industry expertise relevant to the disputed issues. In cross-border matters, arbitration has distinct advantages over traditional courts � including an award enforceable in over 140 countries under the New York Convention.
As experienced advocates and advisors who know both the arbitration and litigation processes, we work with our clients to understand their business objectives and to develop an effective strategic plan to achieve the desired results. We have particular expertise in arbitrations in the following industries:
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Our extensive experience includes the full range of services related to commercial arbitration, including:
Bennett Jones lawyers have both Canadian and international experience in providing strategic advice and handling complex disputes under all major ad hoc and institutional arbitral regimes, including Canadian federal and provincial legislation and institutional rules, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), American Arbitration Association (AAA), International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) Rules, and bilateral investment treaties.
Our roster includes lawyers who are trained in both the common law and civil law traditions; have authored textbooks on arbitration; advised Parliamentary Committees, WTO and NAFTA working groups and CD committees on international trade and investment law; and speak many languages including French, Mandarin, Arabic, Spanish, German, Greek and Korean.
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At the centre of market-shaping deals and high-stakes disputes, Bennett Jones delivers clarity, strategy and results. Our cross-border teams turn complexity into progress, always focused on what drives your success.
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