47 articles found for ADR Mediation & Arbitration

Australian courts strongly uphold the commercial autonomy of parties, meaning clearly drafted governing law and jurisdiction clauses are generally enforced. Arbitration is heavily preferred over litigation for cross-border B2B disputes...

Exchange control relief: Under regulations that took effect in late 2024 and continue through 2026, Authorized Dealers (commercial banks) can now directly approve cross-border royalty payments to related non-resident parties,...

Enforce Cross-Border Contracts: India Arbitration Guide Enforcing a commercial contract or a foreign arbitral award in India used to be a test of endurance. However, legislative reforms and a pro-arbitration...

The Jurisdiction Trap: New Zealand courts divide "movable" global assets (like bank accounts and shares) but lack direct power to transfer "immovable" foreign real estate. Equal Sharing Presumption: The New...

Establishing Jurisdiction: Expats living in Turkey can file for divorce under the International Private and Civil Procedure Law if they meet residency requirements. Cost and Timeline: Mediation resolves disputes in...

Resolve Expat Employment Disputes in Malaysia via Mediation 60-day deadline: You have exactly 60 days from the date of dismissal to file an unfair termination dispute under the Industrial Relations...

South African courts can grant divorces to foreign nationals if one spouse meets specific residency or domicile requirements. Mediation reduces the high costs and lengthy timelines of cross-border divorce litigation....

Under Greek Law 4640/2019, an initial mediation session is a mandatory prerequisite for many family law disputes before a lawsuit can proceed in court. The Hague Convention provides a rapid,...

Resolving Real Estate Purchase Disputes in Colombia for Foreign Retirees When a Colombian real estate deal falls through, foreign buyers face immediate financial risks regarding their earnest money. Resolving these...

Jurisdiction Flexibility: In 2026, Dutch courts can often process your divorce and approve your mediated settlement even if you were married in another country, provided you meet the habitual residence...

Mediating International Child Custody Disputes in Cyprus Habitual Residence Rules: Cyprus Family Courts have jurisdiction if the child's primary, everyday life is established in Cyprus, regardless of the parents' passports....

Greek Law 4640/2019 requires property investors to attend a mandatory initial mediation session before filing a civil lawsuit for most real estate disputes. Out-of-court mediation usually resolves property disputes in...

Singapore International Arbitration Clause Drafting Checklist Key Takeaways Singapore is a major arbitration center in Asia, offering multinational corporations a neutral and enforceable dispute resolution environment. To maximize these benefits,...

Moving a child overseas without written consent from the other parent or a court order is international child abduction. The Hague Convention is a legal framework that returns abducted children...

Guide to Dividing Foreign Assets in New York, United States Residency dictates jurisdiction: You can mediate and file for divorce in New York if you meet state residency requirements, regardless...

Foreign nationals can file for divorce in New York if they meet specific state residency requirements, regardless of citizenship or immigration status. Mediation keeps high-net-worth financial disclosures private. It shields...

The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) provides a private, neutral venue for resolving complex cross-border joint venture disputes. You must draft a precise multi-party arbitration clause to avoid jurisdictional battles...

Malaysia operates a dual legal system. Non-Muslim family matters go to Civil Courts, while Muslim family matters are handled by Syariah Courts. The Law Reform (Marriage and Divorce) Act 1976...

South Africa is a favorable jurisdiction for cross-border dispute resolution following the enactment of the International Arbitration Act 15 of 2017, which incorporates the UNCITRAL Model Law. A valid arbitration...

Timelines for SIAC Arbitration vs Litigation in Singapore Key Takeaways Managing cross-border disputes requires choosing between the global enforceability of arbitration and the statutory authority of litigation. Enforceability: SIAC arbitration...