Arbitration is the most trial-like method of Alternative Dispute Resolution, and is the choice forum for parties who still want their day in court.  Arbitration generally leads to a quicker end result, and the cost is often less than taking the same dispute through the court system.  Although arbitration can be non-binding, the resolution is typically binding, and the risks involved can be limited for both sides through the use of high-low agreements.

At this April roundtable, Jack Connarton, a Litigation Partner in our Professional Practices Group at Donovan Hatem, will lead the discussion on the arbitration process, including:

• The perceived advantages of arbitration

• The scope and validity of the arbitration agreement

• The arbitration forum and its applicable rules including the number of arbitrators, availability of discovery and subpoena power, applicability of rules of evidence, and hearing procedures


• The receipt and enforcement of arbitration awards

• The lack of right to appeal