The extended reach of arbitration agreements in Hong Kong
1 November 2021
Despite privity of contract doctrine, two decisions confirm the extended reach of arbitration agreements in Hong Kong binding non-signatories.
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International Arbitration Posts
Virtual hearings in international arbitration: is this the death knell for physical hearings?
13 October 2021
Virtual hearings in international arbitration as an alternative to physical hearings - practicality, safety, challenges and the future
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China Contracts – Tips and Pointers for American Lawyers: Dispute Resolution Clauses
4 October 2021
China contracts - here are best tips and pointers for lawyers in drafting dispute resolution clauses in contracts involving Chinese parties.
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Getting early relief against your opponent in international arbitration: reimbursements of advance on costs
20 September 2021
Tips for claimants to seek reimbursements of advance on costs paid to cover the respondent's share in International Arbitration.
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New ACICA Rules 2021 – what’s changed and why it matters for in-house counsel?
15 September 2021
The new ACICA Rules 2021 including changes to multi-contract provisions, consolidation, joinder, med-arb and efficiency.
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KWM wins International Arbitration Law Firm of the Year at Asian Legal Business Hong Kong Law Awards 2021
14 September 2021
King & Wood Mallesons awarded International Arbitration Law Firm of the Year 2021: Paul Starr tells us why.
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Clicking ‘Yes, I agree’: Internet terms of use and arbitration agreements
10 September 2021
Always read the terms and conditions: Court considers internet terms of use and arbitration agreements in Dialogue Consulting v Instagram Inc
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Supreme Court upholds Amazon’s SIAC emergency arbitrator award in India
1 September 2021
Supreme Court upholds validity and enforceability of Amazon’s SIAC emergency arbitrator award in India, giving Indian arbitration a boost.
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An Arbitrator’s Obligation to Disclose Potential Conflicts in Japan
25 August 2021
Japan’s Supreme Court considered an arbitrator’s obligation to disclose potential conflicts: developing the "reasonable investigation" test.
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Insolvency and arbitration clauses: England, Hong Kong and Singapore
16 August 2021
Update and commentary on recent case law concerning insolvency and arbitration clauses in the England, Hong Kong and Singapore courts.
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