Introduction This Practice Note is a guide to arbitration proceedings administered by the International and Ibero-American Arbitration Center of Madrid (‘CIIAM’ or the ‘Center’) (formerly CIAM-CIAR) under its arbitration rules in force since 1 January 2024 (the Arbitration Rules). The analysis focuses on the key steps to initiate and structure a CIIAM arbitration: from the request for arbitration and appointment of arbitrators to the requirements for independence, challenge, the potential appointment of an arbitral secretary, and the rules on default and continuation of proceedings. Request for arbitration and answer The CIIAM arbitration proceedings shall begin with the filing of the request for arbitration with the Center, which may be submitted by email to the following address: solicitudes@ciiam.org. This submission activates the case file, provides the essential information and, where applicable, designates the claimant’s co-arbitrator in the case of a three-member tribunal. The Arbitration Rules specify both the minimum content and the mandatory annexes: • the minimum content

Introduction This Practice Note is a guide to arbitration proceedings administered by the International and Ibero-American Arbitration Center of Madrid (‘CIIAM’ or the ‘Center’) (formerly CIAM-CIAR) under its arbitration rules in force since 1 January 2024 (the Arbitration Rules). The Practice Note addresses procedural management aspects ranging from seat and language to presentation of evidence, interim measures, third-party funding, and multi-party and multi-contract arbitrations. The Madrid Court of Arbitration has adopted the CIIAM Procedural Guide, incorporating it as a non-binding reference guide for arbitration proceedings administered by the court. It provides practical guidance on aspects relating to arbitration proceedings, intended for arbitrators and parties. For further information, see: LNB News 30/07/2026 10. Seat and language of arbitration The Arbitration Rules allow the seat of arbitration to be fixed anywhere and, in the absence of agreement in this regard, the Center shall determine it considering the circumstances of the case and after consulting the parties (Art 23.1). The choice

Introduction This Practice Note is a guide to arbitration proceedings administered by the International and Ibero-American Arbitration Center of Madrid (‘CIIAM’ or the ‘Center’) (formerly CIAM-CIAR) under its arbitration rules in force since 1 January 2024 (the Arbitration Rules). The Center has historically been known as ‘CIAM’ (Madrid International Arbitration Centre) and, subsequently, as ‘CIAM-CIAR’ following its integration with the Ibero-American Arbitration Center. The current denomination of CIIAM was adopted by the Center in January 2026. Thus, the official documents available on the Center's website, depending on the document and language, refer to it in the various forms indicated. See: LNB News 21/01/2026 30. The Center is one of the most innovative arbitral institutions in the Ibero-American landscape, and its Arbitration Rules incorporate international best practices adapted to the needs of modern commerce. Institutional background and scope of CIIAM CIIAM was incorporated as a service of the Madrid International Arbitration Association, pursuant to Art 1.1 of

The Centro Internacional e Iberoamericano de Arbitraje de Madrid (CIIAM) has announced the adoption of a new name and corporate identity, completing its rebranding from its former designation as the Centro Internacional de Arbitraje de Madrid–Centro Iberoamericano de Arbitraje (CIAM-CIAR). According to CIIAM, the new name and identity unify its institutional history and strengthen its positioning as a leading forum for international arbitration involving Ibero-American parties. CIIAM added that the brand evolution reflects its mission to promote efficient and transparent arbitration procedures, as well as the use of Spanish and Portuguese as arbitration languages.

The International and Ibero-American Arbitration Centre of Madrid (CIIAM) reported that in 2025 it handled arbitration cases totalling €149m in disputed amounts, which is a 17% increase from the previous year (2024). Since 2020, the Madrid-based institution has handled 68 cases amounting to €425m. CIIAM President José María Alonso stated that the figures indicate consistent growth and demonstrate the Centre's increasing role in dispute resolution.

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The Court of Appeal has confirmed the hearing date for Chartered Institute of Legal Executives' (CILEX) appeal against the Mazur judgment, scheduled for 24 February 2026. The decision has significant implications for legal professionals, law firms, and access to justice, particularly given the judgment's controversial impact on legal precedent. Although CILEX was not directly involved in the initial proceedings, the organization has been granted permission to appeal. Leading legal practitioners, acting pro bono, will represent CILEX, highlighting the case's potential to influence the broader legal landscape.

Law360, London: On 18 November 2025, the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX) stated that it has applied for permission to appeal against the Mazur decision that restricts which employees within a law firm can conduct litigation, citing the disruption it has caused in the legal sector.

Chartered Institute of Building

The ‘CIOB Contract for use with Complex Projects, First Edition 2013’—CPC 2013 for short—was published by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) in April 2013 and was based on the principles set out in the CIOB’s ‘Guide to Good Practice in the Management of Time in Complex Projects’ (CIOB Guide). This form was drafted with a focus on the management of time in complex construction and engineering projects. It was the first standard form contract to cater in detail for Building Information Modelling (BIM), and took a collaborative approach in relation to design. The CPC 2013 was superseded in November 2015 by a revised edition of the contract, with the new name the 'CIOB Time and Cost Management Contract 2015' (TCM 2015). Much of the original provisions of CPC 2013 were retained in TCM 2015, subject to some moderate re-drafting following customer feedback, as well as some re-structuring and clause number changes. Where there are more significant changes to be aware of between CPC 2013 and TCM 2015 these are highlighted in this Practice Note. What

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and other construction industry bodies have published a free guide titled 'Guide to Products Critical to Safe Construction'. Developed in response to the Grenfell Tower fire inquiry and incorporating recommendations from the Building a Safer Future Report and the Independent Review of Product Testing and Certification, the guide offers designers, specifiers, and installers comprehensive information to make informed decisions about construction products. It also includes examples and case studies that illustrate industry best practices, such as the Code for Construction Product Information.

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has announced its support for the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI), developed by the Construction Product Association (CPA) in response to the Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety. The review identified shortcomings in the product labelling and marketing regime and recommended clearer labelling and product traceability. The Code aims to raise standards in construction product information and marketing, with an emphasis on ensuring that such information is clear, accurate, accessible, up-to-date and unambiguous. CIOB also noted that the CCPI has more than 100 registered organisations working with the Code to improve their product information standards, while over 100 product sets on the market currently carry the CCPI Mark.