International Arbitration Insights

3 November 2004

Welcome to the November edition of Clayton Utz International Arbitration Insights. In this edition we look at the the evolution of international arbitration in the Middle East, and get an update on confidentiality

Next time you have to consider choice of law, you might want to consider the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods - that’s if you’re not already covered by it. We look at some of the potential advantages to your international trade of this Convention.

Finally, with the Olympics over, it’s a good time to learn something about the sporting battles off the field in the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

The balancing act: international arbitration's developing role in the Middle East

By Frank Bannon and Simon Chapple.

Because international arbitration is still developing in the region, there is still great variation between countries. Understanding these differences, explain Frank Bannon and Simon Chapple, is crucial to successful management of your dispute risk.

Sports arbitration: what's the name of the game?

By Jonathan Hoyle.

Jonathan Hoyle examines the Court of Arbitration for Sport, which provides a foundation for improving and streamlining dispute resolution, with the hope that sporting competitions will be determined on the playing field, rather than by lawyers in the courts.

Confidentiality in arbitration - an update

By Steve O'Reilly.

Steve O'Reilly discusses a recent UK case which further develops the notion that confidentiality in arbitration - while desirable and achievable - must always be weighed against wider public interests.

Export and import: how international law can make a difference

By Björn Gehle.

The UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods is a well drafted and tested law, tailored for the specific needs of international trade, says Bjorn Gehle, and parties should consider these advantages before making a choice of law.

Clayton Utz/Sydney University International Arbitration Lecture

The Clayton Utz/Sydney University International Arbitration Lecture is an annual lecture for the promotion of the study of international arbitration and international dispute resolution.