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The Arbitration Act 1996

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commerical arbitration

according to the model-law'>UNCITRAL Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration (the UNCITRAL Model Law), the term ‘commercial’ in this context should be given a wide interpretation so as to cover matters arising from all relationships of a commercial nature, whether contractual or not. These include, but are not limited to, the following transactions: any trade transaction for the supply or exchange of goods or services; distribution agreement; construction; banking and finance; insurance; joint venture; and, carriage of goods or passengers by air, sea, rail or road. Accordingly, a commercial arbitration will have such a relationship at the heart of the dispute.

domestic arbitration

Concerned entirely with national or domestic issues, and all aspects of the arbitration proceedings relate to a single jurisdiction. For example, a commercial dispute between two English companies concerning a domestic supply contract governed by English law, seated in London, and conducted ad hoc in accordance with the provisions of the Arbitration Act 1996 (AA 1996)

the arbitral tribunal (arbitrator(s))

the parties to an arbitration (the claimant(s) and respondent(s)) are typically able to influence the arbitrator(s) nominated/appointed to determine their dispute. This is considered a major advantage of arbitration as it provides parties with an opportunity to select decision-makers with the right qualifications and expertise, whether legal and/or industry-focused. In ad hoc arbitration, the parties typically appoint their arbitrator(s) directly, or utilise the services of an appointing authority. In institutional arbitration, the arbitral institution typically appoints the arbitrator(s) on behalf of the parties, although they will usually take into account any party nominations, subject to some exceptions. By way of contrast, in litigation, the parties do not select their judge. Most arbitral tribunals comprise a single arbitrator, called a sole arbitrator, chosen by agreement between the parties or by the appointing authority or institution. In larger cases, and sometimes because the arbitration agreement requires it, the tribunal will comprise two arbitrators, one chosen by each side, or three arbitrators, the third or presiding arbitrator being typically chosen by the two party-appointed arbitrators. Beyond the mechanics of appointing arbitrators, diversifying the pool of arbitrators (in terms of gender, nationality, race, ethnicity, nationality, profession, trade background, etc) has become an area of significant focus too. AA 1996—the tribunal—arbitration—England and Wales—overview contains links to practical guidance on subjects related to arbitrators, including their appointment, their duties and powers, and how they may be replaced/removed
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