What to Expect During Commercial Arbitration

Many commercial contracts now require disputes to be resolved through arbitration rather than the courts. If you find yourself facing arbitration for the first time, here's what the process generally looks like.

Selecting an Arbitrator

Unlike litigation, the parties typically have a say in who decides their case, whether a sole arbitrator or a panel of three.

Discovery Is More Limited

Arbitration generally involves narrower discovery than court litigation, which can reduce cost and time — but also means less visibility into the other side's evidence before the hearing.

The Award Is (Usually) Final

Arbitral awards are difficult to appeal, which brings finality but also raises the stakes of getting your presentation right the first time.

Our litigation team represents clients in both domestic and international arbitration. Reach out if you'd like to discuss a pending or upcoming dispute.