International Arbitration Training

Course Fee:

₦330,000.00

Course Overview

Course Objectives:
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of international arbitration
• Develop skills in drafting and negotiating arbitration agreements
• Learn effective strategies for managing and conducting international arbitration proceedings
• Understand the role of international arbitration institutions and their rules
• Develop expertise in handling complex international arbitration cases
Course Content:
Introduction to International Arbitration
• Definition and evolution of international arbitration
• Key principles and benefits of international arbitration
• Comparison with other dispute resolution methods
Arbitration Agreements and Clauses
• Drafting and negotiating effective arbitration agreements
• Types of arbitration clauses and their implications
• Enforceability and validity of arbitration agreements
International Arbitration Institutions and Rules
• Overview of major international arbitration institutions (e.g., ICC, LCIA, ICSID)
• Key features and differences between institutional rules
• Role of institutions in the arbitration process
Conducting International Arbitration Proceedings
• Initiating and managing arbitration proceedings
• Role of arbitrators, counsel, and parties
• Evidence and document production in international arbitration
• Witness testimony and expert evidence
Challenges and Complexities in International Arbitration
• Managing multi-jurisdictional disputes and parallel proceedings
• Handling complex issues (e.g., jurisdiction, choice of law, enforcement)
• Addressing cultural and linguistic differences in international arbitration
Enforcement and Recognition of Arbitral Awards
• Overview of the New York Convention and its implications
• Enforcement and recognition of arbitral awards in different jurisdictions
• Challenges and strategies for enforcing arbitral awards
METHODOLOGY
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.