Consideration Of Artificial Intelligence In Arbitration Terms Of Reference

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve and integrate into various aspects of legal practice, counsel and arbitral tribunals drawing up their Terms of Reference (TOR) establishing the terms of the dispute being referred to arbitration and also formulating their procedural orders should consider the implications of AI. This client alert highlights the importance of addressing AI in TOR negotiations and provides an overview of likely topics international arbitration practitioners can expect to treat […]

By | January 8th, 2026 ||

Dubai Court Of Appeal Annuls Anti-Suit Injunction Issued In ICC Arbitration Proceedings

In a recent decision, the Dubai Court of Appeal (Court of Appeal) in Case No. 8 of 2025 (issued on 28 April 2025) annulled an interim award, issued by an arbitral tribunal in an ongoing International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) arbitration, which prohibited the respondent from filing proceedings before any court. The Court of Appeal held that arbitration proceedings cannot suspend or override a party’s constitutional right to access the courts unless expressly permitted […]

By | June 16th, 2025 ||

In Arbitration We Trust: New Supplemental Swiss Rules For Trust, Estate And Foundation Disputes

On 1 July 2025, the new TEF Rules of the Swiss Arbitration Centre will enter into force – offering a practical framework for arbitration in trust, estate, and foundation disputes.

Disputes within global families who own foundation and trust structures worldwide regularly present particular challenges. Since 2021, arbitration clauses may therefore be included in unilateral legal instruments such as trust and foundation deeds, last wills and testaments. These clauses are generally valid provided the seat […]

By | June 13th, 2025 ||