As the preferred means of resolving international commercial disputes, arbitration embodies the pursuit of excellence in dispute resolution. This new course examines the theory and practice of international commercial arbitration from its foundation in the New York Convention and the parties’ agreement to the way that procedural fairness is achieved across the legal traditions. It considers the arbitral process from delivery of the notice of arbitration through constitution of the tribunal and design of the arbitral process on to the hearing, the award and recourse against it. Through a combination of lectures and discussions, guest presentations, and exercises based on mock scenarios, students will gain insight into a growing area of practice in Canada that is critical to the functioning of the world economy.
Method of Evaluation: 50% final examination, 15% Outline and Argument in mock scenarios, 15% decision in mock scenarios, 20% attendance.