S&M

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Arbitration and ADR Practice
Practice Areas / Arbitration & ADR

ARBITRATION &ADR.

We assist clients in resolving commercial and civil disputes through arbitration and other alternative dispute resolution processes, with a focus on practical strategy, efficient proceedings and effective dispute resolution.

THE ARBITRATION & ADR PRACTICE

EFFECTIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION.

Our arbitration practice provides representation and strategic advice across commercial and civil disputes. We also advise on appropriate out-of-court dispute resolution processes, including mediation and conciliation, where a negotiated resolution may be suitable.

01 / DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL ARBITRATION

DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL ARBITRATION.

Representation and strategic advice in domestic and commercial arbitration matters arising from contractual, business and commercial disputes.

Domestic and Commercial Arbitration

Matters May Involve

  • Commercial and contractual disputes
  • Business and partnership disputes
  • Payment and performance disputes
  • Construction and infrastructure disputes
  • Property and development-related disputes
  • Other civil and commercial arbitration matters

Our Role

  • Assessment of the dispute and arbitration agreement
  • Arbitration strategy and procedural planning
  • Assistance with constitution of the arbitral tribunal
  • Representation throughout arbitral proceedings
  • Negotiation and settlement where appropriate
02 / AGREEMENTS & TRIBUNALS

ARBITRATION AGREEMENTS & TRIBUNAL MATTERS.

Advice concerning arbitration agreements, commencement of arbitration and issues relating to the constitution and jurisdiction of the arbitral tribunal.

Arbitration Agreements and Tribunal Matters

Matters May Involve

  • Review and interpretation of arbitration clauses
  • Applicability and scope of arbitration agreements
  • Commencement and invocation of arbitration
  • Appointment and constitution of arbitral tribunals
  • Challenges concerning arbitrators
  • Jurisdictional issues before the arbitral tribunal

Our Role

  • Review of the arbitration agreement
  • Procedural advice at the commencement stage
  • Assistance with tribunal-related applications
  • Assessment of jurisdictional issues
  • Representation before the appropriate forum
03 / PROCEEDINGS & STRATEGY

ARBITRAL PROCEEDINGS & DISPUTE STRATEGY.

Representation throughout arbitral proceedings, from pleadings and evidence through hearings and final submissions.

Arbitral Proceedings and Dispute Strategy

Matters May Involve

  • Statements of claim and defence
  • Interim procedural applications
  • Documentary and other evidence
  • Witness-related proceedings
  • Hearings and oral submissions
  • Final submissions and closing stages

Our Role

  • Development of the overall arbitration strategy
  • Preparation and review of pleadings
  • Evidence and document strategy
  • Representation during hearings
  • Procedural coordination throughout the arbitration
04 / INTERIM MEASURES

INTERIM MEASURES & COURT ASSISTANCE.

Advice and representation concerning urgent protective measures and limited court intervention in support of arbitration proceedings.

Interim Measures and Court Assistance

Matters May Involve

  • Interim measures before courts
  • Interim measures before arbitral tribunals
  • Preservation or protection of assets
  • Protection of property or contractual rights
  • Procedural assistance connected with arbitration

Our Role

  • Assessing the need for urgent protection
  • Identifying appropriate interim relief
  • Preparing and presenting the relevant application
  • Coordinating court and arbitral proceedings
  • Advising on procedural strategy
05 / AWARDS & ENFORCEMENT

ARBITRAL AWARDS, CHALLENGES & ENFORCEMENT.

Advice and representation concerning arbitral awards, post-award proceedings, challenges and enforcement.

Arbitral Awards, Challenges and Enforcement

Matters May Involve

  • Review of arbitral awards
  • Applications challenging awards
  • Post-award proceedings
  • Enforcement of arbitral awards
  • Recognition and enforcement of applicable foreign awards
  • Settlement and resolution at the post-award stage

Our Role

  • Assessment of available post-award remedies
  • Review of the award and underlying proceedings
  • Strategy for challenge or enforcement
  • Preparation of relevant applications and submissions
  • Representation in appropriate proceedings
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