By: Mitchell E. Zamoff, Assistant Dean and Professor of Law and ADR, University of Minnesota Law School, with Michelle Skipper, Vice President, AAA-ICDR Commercial Division
Social media plays a crucial role in professional networking and relationships. This raises important questions for arbitrators, who must maintain high standards of impartiality and avoid potential conflicts of interest, as well as for attorneys and parties, who have an opportunity to delve deeper into the suitability of potential arbitrators on their cases.
By: Adam Shoneck, Assistant Vice President, AAA-ICDR®
Rise of Mass Arbitrations
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in AT&T Mobility LLC v. Concepcion, 563 U.S. 333
Fast, fair, and full of potential, artificial intelligence (AI) tools can be used by arbitrators and mediators to boost efficiency, offer deeper insights, and provide an enhanced level of precision in their work. Read on to see how.
Streamlining Document Analysis
By: Svetlana Gitman, Vice President, AAA-ICDR® Commercial Division
When faced with a disagreement that needs resolution, finding the right arbitrator is pivotal. Yet choosing the right arbitrator requires more than just picking a name from a list—it requires strategic thinking and careful consideration of various factors. A common scenario where attorneys ask their colleagues for feedback on particular individuals is not sufficient; however, asking