Arbitration from Dentons Podcast Series

In this episode, Rachel Howie and James Langley are joined by Dr. Peter Bekker of Dentons’ New York office to discuss avoiding defective arbitration clauses in international contracts. They examine the essential elements of effective arbitration clauses, including exclusivity, scope of disputes, and applicable arbitration rules, as well as highly recommended provisions such as the seat, language,...

In this episode, Rachel Howie and James Langley, are joined by Shravan Yammanur and Kshama Loya to discuss investor-state treaties and arbitration in India, focusing on bilateral investment treaties (BITs) and their impact on foreign and Indian investors. They explore the Indian government's recent BIT terminations, new free trade agreements,...

In this episode, Rachel Howie and James Langley, joined by Joseph Jalasi explore Zambia's mining sector. They discuss regional agreements, governmental decisions, and their impact on critical minerals extraction. The episode also touches on the dynamic development of numerous projects, resulting in recent arbitrations. Additionally, it explores into international arbitrations, focusing on contract...

In this episode, Rachel Howie and James Langley, joined by Dr. Diora Ziyaeva from Dentons US explore the intricate world of deep seabed mining. This episode highlights the historical backdrop and current challenges of this emerging sector, including the significant impact of the International Seabed Authority's (ISA) failure to finalize a crucial mining code. Dr. Ziyaeva provides insight...

In this episode, Rachel Howie and James Langley discuss the benefits of arbitration for miners and mining disputes with Mike Schafler from Dentons Canada. They touch on procedural advantages, cost benefits, and industries well-suited for arbitration. They explore the procedural benefits, shedding light on how arbitration can offer a streamlined and efficient resolution process for complex mining-r...

  In this episode,  Rachel Howie  and  James Langley  engage in a conversation with  Paul Prescott  and  Dean Ryburn , Partners in the Middle East Construction and Dispute Resolution practice with a focus on advising clients and investors in conducting business in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). They explore the latest updates and emerging trends in inter...

In this episode,  Rachel Howie  and  James Langley  engage in a discussion with  Faris Shehabi , a senior associate at Dentons Dubai, exploring the latest and most significant arbitration advancements unfolding in the UAE. They navigate through various jurisdictions in the region, discussing the UAE's approach to arbitration and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). F...

In this episode, Rachel Howie and James Langley speak with Michael Rattagan, a partner at Dentons in Buenos Aires, about the intricate landscape of mining regulations in Argentina and the comprehensive strategies and techniques essential for safeguarding investments in this dynamic industry, ensuring a thorough understanding of legal frameworks, compliance requirements, and risk mitigation approac...

In this episode,  Rachel Howie  and  James Langley  engage in a discussion with  Catherine Gilfedder , a Partner at Dentons London, regarding the legal developments concerning the Energy Charter Treaty. We explore the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) and its connection to the world of international arbitration. Additionally, we analyze the current prominence of the ECT in the h...

In this episode, Rachel Howie and James Langley speak with Risteard de Paor, a Partner at Dentons Madrid, who joins the discussion on climate change and international arbitration. Hear how international arbitration can be the most efficient way to resolve climate change related disputes and what climate change goals mean for international commercial and investment arbitration.

We kick off Season 2 of Arbitration from Dentons welcoming our new co-host James Langley from Dentons’ London office. In our first episode, our hosts Rachel Howie and James Langley set the stage for our coming season. They review the top issues impacting trends and developments in international arbitration including ESG, M&A disputes, mining and arbitration and diversity and inclusion.

In this episode, your host Rachel Howie interviews Bart Legum, head of Dentons’ investment treaty arbitration practice, on considerations for investors and states in investor-state arbitration.  

Join our hosts Rachel Howie and Amy Kläsener as they interview Lawrence Teh, senior partner, Dentons Rodyk, on challenging arbitral jurisdictions. During this episode, we tackle the issues that arise when parties are challenging or defending jurisdictions, addressing how one can look at pursuing or defending challenges as they arise.  

International arbitration (IA) continues to be a popular dispute resolution mechanism in the renewables energy industry. During this episode, Rachel Howie and Amy Kläsener interview Dentons Madrid partner Risteard de Paor on current trends and recent developments in arbitration and what lies ahead as we move into this new dynamic.

Join us for this session as our host  Rachel Howie  interviews partners  Mike Schafler  and  Alastair Young  on developments in virtual hearings. International arbitrations have continued through video-conference over the last several months. Our guests will share their experiences and their lessons learned for in-house counsel as companies continue to shift in this n...

International arbitration (IA) in the oil and gas industry has become a popular dispute resolution mechanism. During this episode, Amy Kläsener interviews our partners Liz Tout and James Langley on the trends and recent developments in this field and what lies ahead as we move into this new dynamic.

In our previous episode, we looked at how some of the most urgent issues are being handled and petitions for interim relief, whether before emergency arbitrators or the courts. When COVID-19 hit, parties were faced with government-imposed health and safety measures, travel bans and expert recommendations. Now as we move forward in the New Dynamic, these measures continue to evolve and it appears t...

In this episode your host Amy Kläsener interviews senior partner, Kirindeep Singh of Dentons’ Singapore office. In the last episode, we looked at the approaches institutions are taking to tailor their procedures in response to the global pandemic. In this episode, we look at how the most urgent issues are being handled and petitions for interim relief, whether before emergency arbitrators or the c...

In our second session, Amy Kläsener and Rachel Howie interview Dentons Hong Kong partner Robert Rhoda on the challenges the arbitral institutions are facing in these unique times. During this session, we will cover how arbitral institutions have shifted their responses to accommodate restrictions imposed in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic, social distancing, remote work and virtual hearings.

In our first session, Amy Kläsener and Rachel Howiewill cover drafting tips, as well as changes to international arbitration practice and remote video proceedings. During the session they will discuss: - Major disruption across business, including in the area of dispute resolution - The age old question - litigation or arbitration?