Few investors realize that one of the most important steps they can take to help secure their investment is to push founders to structure a dispute prevention and resolution structure early on to ...

Unlike in litigation, most parties to an M&A transaction are actively working towards a shared, overarching goal. Namely, they both want to get the deal done expeditiously. However, it would be a ...

It is puzzling that the Model Rules of Professional Conduct do not impose an explicit duty upon lawyers to counsel clients regarding alternative processes for resolving disputes other than litigation.

An explanation of the potential options available when a party fails to comply with a contractual mediation condition precedent to binding dispute resolution and practical tips for properly drafting ...

NEW YORK, Feb 22 (Reuters) - When Madison Mabin never received some shirts she had ordered online, she called and emailed the company's customer service department multiple times, but to no avail.

It’s the end of the calendar year, which means decision-making time for farmers and businesses that work with farmers. Although 2015 was generally a decent year for crop yields, it was a poor year for ...

The importance of considering different dispute resolution options in resolving high- stakes intellectual property disputes is often overlooked. This two-hour CLE program, featuring experienced ...

Since June 2, 2025, the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) has been offering a comprehensive expansion of its mediation services, and since July 14, 2025, the "Rules on Mediation" ...

The Internal Revenue Service's Independent Office of Appeals has created an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Management Office, which will collaborate with the agency's business operating ...

Australia's prime minister said he will urge the U.S. to exempt the country from new tariffs on its products, while signaling the possibility of resorting to dispute resolution mechanisms if needed.

Handling disputes about tax matters with the Internal Revenue Service can be lengthy and stressful but the agency wants to make it easier. The IRS Office of Appeals has formed a new Alternative ...

Africa’s vibrant market growth is attracting global investment and dispute resolution mechanisms—from specialised national tribunals to international arbitration and regional bodies—are strengthening ...