Time Limitation for Challenging an ArbitratorA disputing party who intends to challenge an arbitrator as a member of the arbitral tribunal may file a challenge to the arbitration institute within the specified time period. The Arbitration Law of the People’s Republic of China specifies the time periods under the follow…
Time Period for Submitting an Answer and a Counterclaim in International ArbitrationIn international arbitration in China, a respondent who has received a notice of acceptance of a request for arbitration from the arbitral tribunal shall submit an answer within the time period for answer specified in the applicable arbi…
Summary Procedure: Notice of HearingAccording to the arbitration rules of PRC arbitration institutions applicable to international arbitration, different time periods are specified delivering a notice of hearing to the disputing parties when summary/expedited procedure is applied. For example, SHIAC Arbitration Rules an…
Conciliation and Mediation in an Arbitration Case Conciliation and mediation are both Alternative Dispute Resolutions (ADRs), and both involve an independent and impartial third party called conciliator or mediator, as the case may be. Such resolutions are more cost-saving and efficient compared to arbitration and litig…
Time Limitation for Making an AwardTime period in ordinary procedureThe time period for making an award is generally six (6) months from the date of composition of an arbitral tribunal in the case of international arbitration according to the arbitration rules of most arbitration commissions in Mainland China, such as C…
Either a claimant or a respondent has the right to represented by agents or representatives in international arbitration in China.The law of the PRC does not contain restrictions on the nationalities or identities of such agents or representatives. Therefore, they can be either Chinese or foreign citizens, attorneys, ex…
Arbitration Cost Arbitration expenses are an important element in international commercial arbitration disputes. These costs often include tribunal fees, institution fees, witness fees, lawyer fees, translation fees, and other expenditures. It is vital to remember that various arbitration organizations have different c…
The Application to set aside an Arbitral Award When parties agree to settle their issues via arbitration, they delegate decision-making authority to an independent, unbiased arbiter. But, in certain situations, the party that is dissatisfied with the result of the arbitration may seek to have the award set aside. The pe…
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