International Commercial Arbitration

International arbitration has become the predominant method of resolving cross-border disputes, for several reasons. Arbitration meets the demands of businesses for flexibility and efficacy. Specialists in the applicable law and subject matter render a final and binding decision following confidential proceedings, usually without any involvement of public authorities or appellate bodies. Furthermore, arbitration allows decisions to be made in a neutral forum at a venue of the parties’ choice. International treaties secure a nearly worldwide enforceability.

Our International Arbitration Practice Group offers a full spectrum of arbitration-related services to international and domestic parties. Our particular expertise includes advice on the drafting of tailored arbitration clauses, consultation and representation in the pre-arbitral process including adjudication, mediation and other ADR proceedings, representation in institutional and ad-hoc proceedings, as well as support and representation in state court proceedings on the enforcement or challenge of arbitral awards.

The lawyers of our International Arbitration Practice Group are constantly present in the world of international arbitration, both as counsel and arbitrators, and often lecture about their fields of expertise. We permanently seek to extend our knowledge beyond routine legal questions to encompass the strategic and economic challenges posed by international commercial arbitration proceedings.