International arbitration agreements

Arbitration agreements—requirements of the New York Convention

This Practice Note sets out the requirements specified in the Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards (the New York Convention) for a valid arbitration agreement pursuant to Article II of the New York Convention. It also considers the enforcement of arbitration agreements pursuant to Article II(3) of the New York Convention.

See Practice Note: Arbitration agreements—requirements of the New York Convention.

Arbitration agreements—definition, purpose, the ‘in writing’ requirement and content

While largely focused on the position under the law of England & Wales, the following Practice Notes will be of interest and use for those considering international arbitration agreements:

  1. Arbitration agreements—definition, purpose and interpretation

  2. Arbitration agreements—the in writing requirement

  3. Arbitration agreements—content

Arbitrability in international arbitration

This Practice Note discusses what matters are ‘arbitrable’ in an international context including which laws determine the question of arbitrability. It covers the position under English law and relevant provisions in the New York Convention and UNCITRAL Model Law. The Practice Note also discusses when the issue of arbitrability should be raised.

See Practice Note: Arbitrability ...

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