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Prime Dispute is pleased to offer you our monthly e-Industry Newsletter! We highlight current news, developments and the 'Top 65 Influencers'; supporting our vision for law, dispute avoidance, management and resolution mechanisms as an equal to litigation.
INTERNATIONAL MEDIATION ROUNDTABLE | Over the last decade the approach taken by commercial parties towards dispute resolution has changed. While traditional forms of dispute resolution remain popular, commercial parties are increasingly looking to alternative forms of dispute resolution mechanisms to find methods of dispute resolution which better suit their commercial needs and deliver efficient and effective results. But does mediation provide the answer? Read More INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION ROUNDTABLE | Arbitration remains strong and widely accepted as a means of resolving international commercial disputes. Potentially, no other process offers such efficient, impartial, multilateral and clear business mechanism for complex disputes. View the insights from our FPD International Arbitration Panellists. Please note: The 'INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION ROUNDTABLE' publication includes 2 CPD points for all Prime Dispute members. Read More WOMEN IN INTERNATIONAL LAW & ADR ROUNDTABLE | As the under-representation of senior women within the legal and ADR community remains a critical issue in the field, Prime Dispute fellows discuss the steps the community needs to take to overcome this lack of diversity, the development of the role of women in the profession and future challenges that will be faced by the next generation of female practitioners. Read More 2023 Monthly Update | Law, Dispute Avoidance, Management & Resolution
External Papers - Supporting Knowledge Download 1 | Chapter 1: Introduction: Reaching Sustainable Diversity in International Arbitration Read More Download 2 | Liquidated Damages for Late/Non-Compliance with an Arbitration Award - Dealing with the Prohibition of Riba Under Shari'Ah in Awarding Post-Award Interest in International Arbitration Read More Download 3 | Why Can't We Be FRANDs?: Anti-Suit Injunctions, International Comity, and International Commercial Arbitration in Standard-Essential Patent Litigation Read More International Arbitration News UK | (i) As expected, arbitration remains the preferred method for the resolution of energy disputes. However, many respondents to the survey indicated they would prefer alternative forms of dispute resolution, such as negotiation, mediation, litigation, dispute boards, expert determination and/or combination of these methods. (ii) London, Singapore, Paris, Geneva, Stockholm, New York, Dubai and Hong Kong, followed by other international seats, are the most popular choices for the seat of arbitration for energy disputes. (iii) Neutrality, technical expertise of arbitrators, and the wide enforceability of arbitral awards, followed by confidentiality, are amongst the most important elements for energy disputes. Interestingly, local courts are viewed as unsuitable for such disputes, as such disputes, often requires technical specialism afforded by arbitration. Read More Scotland | An interesting read - This case provides useful guidance to #arbitrators - BRIGGS MARINE CONTRACTORS LIMITED v BAKKAFROST SCOTLAND LIMITED [2023] CSOH 6, This decision has clarified the breadth of #arbitrationclauses in Scotland. In this case, the court provided clarity on the reach of the Fiona Trust Principle, which is a presumption that where parties have agreed to an arbitration clause, they intend it to apply to all disputes arising from the relationship between them. Read More Mediation News Mediation Paper | BENEFITS OF MEDIATION - FOR ALL INDUSTRY SECTORS! Read More Support | Asking questions - Selecting the Mediator for Commercial Disputes. Read More Covid19 support | Prime Dispute has removed the 'Case Submission Fee' for all Mediation cases Read More Rules | Prime Dispute 'Mediation Rules' now live. Read More Adjudication News Overview | What is Adjudication? Read More UK | An Interesting read regarding the interplay between #adjudication and #arbitration in a dispute resolution clause! Northumbrian Water Ltd v Doosan Enpure Ltd & Anor [2022] EWHC 2811, The claimant applied for summary judgment to enforce an adjudicator’s decision and the defendant joint venture companies (JV) applied for the proceedings to be stayed pursuant to the Arbitration Act 1996 s.9. Read More Scotland | An interesting read - This case provides useful guidance to #adjudicators - In Van Oord UK Ltd v Dragados UK Ltd [2022] CSOH 30, Scotland’s Outer House of Session held that the adjudicator in a construction dispute had reached his decision on a basis not canvassed with the parties. There was, therefore, a material breach of the principles of natural justice, such that the decision could not stand. Read More Early Neutral Evaluations News Overview | What is ENE? Read More Dispute Board News Overview | What are DBs, DRBs and DABS ? Read More Legal Update UK | A useful read - The House of Lords and the Digital Fraud Committee, published its report 'Fighting Fraud: Breaking the Chain'. The report discusses the issues that it's costing the economy billions every year. Recommendations include imposing delays to high-risk payments, a new cabinet-level subcommittee to tackle fraud and a new corporate criminal offence of a failure to prevent fraud. Read More Awards | Training & Development
Prime Dispute Awards showcase our most inspirational individuals in dispute resolution. They celebrate the achievements and successes of Prime Dispute members and their impact on local and international communities. Each year Prime Dispute recognises our individual members and firms that have performed exceptionally well from our analysis. After an in-depth examination of our findings, we have identified a member in each of our key practice areas. View More |
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Business Strategy Updates | 2023
Membership Update | Prime Dispute launches new ‘Mental Health Pledge' to support our Global Profession. Read More
Membership Certificates | 8 frequently asked questions, regarding your digital membership certificate. View More
Awards | Individual contribution to the field of dispute resolution! Discussions are now taking place regarding 2023* recipients. The categories cover the breadth of our profession, allowing members across all aspects of dispute resolution to have their achievements held up as an example to the sector. Read More
Regulation | Our 'Business Ethics & Conflict of Interests Policy' Article 3.10 'Greener Dispute Resolvers' makes clear our responsibility to industry and how we plan to support our members. Read More
Academy | One Day Courses - Syllabus for Commercial Contracts, Syllabus for Contract Law and Guidelines for Educators delivering 'Optional Modules' are now live. Read More
Authority | Prime Dispute updates the 'Administration Process of Cases Note' & includes cases administered under the Housing Grants, Construction & Regeneration Act 1996 & Scheme for Construction Contracts. Read More
Fellowship | Next steps after gaining Fellowship? A priority pass to join our 'Panels' & gain certification as an 'Educator' can be requested if you are accepted as an FPD member and meet the criteria requirements. Read More
Government & Business | The DRG is aimed at Government & Business and will provide step by step guidance and clear policies & strategies. View More
Certified Educators | Training and Events; delivered by our FPD Educators entitles candidates to CPD points | View how 'FPD Members' can gain certification as an Educators' - The four step guild. Read More
Vision 2035 | "It is our dedication & determination to present a vision fit for the future. It is an ambitious & achievable vision, which expresses our long-term objective & incorporates the strengths & capability of the conflict/dispute avoidance, management and resolution". If you have any questions, please email: [email protected]
Professional References | We are pleased to confirm our new link supporting 'Professional References' for our FPD members is now live! "Professional references are recommendations from individuals who can vouch for an FPD (Fellow Prime Dispute) member to join the 'Panels', gain 'Certified Educator' status, make a professional recommendation or similar. A professional reference can be provided by an individual who is active in your sphere of professional practice, and who has first hand knowledge of your involvement in dispute avoidance, management and resolution." Read More
Membership Update | Prime Dispute launches new ‘Mental Health Pledge' to support our Global Profession. Read More
Membership Certificates | 8 frequently asked questions, regarding your digital membership certificate. View More
Awards | Individual contribution to the field of dispute resolution! Discussions are now taking place regarding 2023* recipients. The categories cover the breadth of our profession, allowing members across all aspects of dispute resolution to have their achievements held up as an example to the sector. Read More
Regulation | Our 'Business Ethics & Conflict of Interests Policy' Article 3.10 'Greener Dispute Resolvers' makes clear our responsibility to industry and how we plan to support our members. Read More
Academy | One Day Courses - Syllabus for Commercial Contracts, Syllabus for Contract Law and Guidelines for Educators delivering 'Optional Modules' are now live. Read More
Authority | Prime Dispute updates the 'Administration Process of Cases Note' & includes cases administered under the Housing Grants, Construction & Regeneration Act 1996 & Scheme for Construction Contracts. Read More
Fellowship | Next steps after gaining Fellowship? A priority pass to join our 'Panels' & gain certification as an 'Educator' can be requested if you are accepted as an FPD member and meet the criteria requirements. Read More
Government & Business | The DRG is aimed at Government & Business and will provide step by step guidance and clear policies & strategies. View More
Certified Educators | Training and Events; delivered by our FPD Educators entitles candidates to CPD points | View how 'FPD Members' can gain certification as an Educators' - The four step guild. Read More
Vision 2035 | "It is our dedication & determination to present a vision fit for the future. It is an ambitious & achievable vision, which expresses our long-term objective & incorporates the strengths & capability of the conflict/dispute avoidance, management and resolution". If you have any questions, please email: [email protected]
Professional References | We are pleased to confirm our new link supporting 'Professional References' for our FPD members is now live! "Professional references are recommendations from individuals who can vouch for an FPD (Fellow Prime Dispute) member to join the 'Panels', gain 'Certified Educator' status, make a professional recommendation or similar. A professional reference can be provided by an individual who is active in your sphere of professional practice, and who has first hand knowledge of your involvement in dispute avoidance, management and resolution." Read More
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Top 65 Global Influencers
Members most interactive on our social media platforms / 1st-28th February 2023*
Prime Dispute / Is a global membership organisation for qualifications and standards in law, dispute avoidance, management & resolution
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Members most interactive on our social media platforms / 1st-28th February 2023*
Prime Dispute / Is a global membership organisation for qualifications and standards in law, dispute avoidance, management & resolution
FPD (Fellow Prime Dispute) | MPD (Member Prime Dispute) | APD (Advocate Prime Dispute) | Trainee
Number 'One' Global Influencer: Kathleen Frascona MPD
Influencer Award in Dispute Resolution 2022 Mediator, Consultant, Developmental Coach, Author, Healthcare ADR, Keynote Speaker Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States |
2. Rashda Rana SC FPD - ‘Dispute Resolution Award of the Year - Global’ 2022
3. Robin David FPD 4. Robert Shawyer FPD - 'Outstanding Achievement in Construction Adjudication - United Kingdom & Ireland’ 2022 5. W. Patrick McPhilamy, III FPD - 'Outstanding Global Achievement in Commercial Mediation' 2022 6. Paul Achigasim APD 7. Knut Kirkhus FPD - ‘Dispute Resolution Award of the Year - Middle East’ 2022 8. Dinesh Bishnoi FPD 9. Ishaq Muhammad APD 10. Abba Maiwada APD 11. Mourad ALTrawneh APD 12. Khadijat Ahmed APD 13. Yahaya Isah Abdulrasheed APD 14. Chris Bancroft APD 15. Mikhail Behl FPD 16. Sanu John Kackary APD 17. Ebrahim Lakhi MPD 18. Dr Marc R. Labgold FPD - ‘Dispute Resolution Award of the Year - Americas’ 2022 19. Sumesh Antony APD 20. Reinhard Boehmer FPD 21. Mark Crane FPD - ‘Commitment to our Mission Award in Dispute Resolution’ 2022 22. Daniel Alcon FPD |
23. Michael Jonathan Numa FPD
24. Matt Kidd FPD 25. Andrea Colorio FPD 26. John Dowse FPD 27. Stuart Bosley FPD 28. Muhammad Nazir Faruk APD 29. Dr Tariq Mahmood FPD 30. Kelechi Onwubiko MPD 31. Wael Ghadban APD 32. Giovanni Di Folco FPD 33. Dr Asanga Gunawansa FPD - ‘Outstanding Global Achievement in International Arbitration’ 2022 34. Henk Louw FPD 35. Yvonne Hanly FPD 36. Tiwalade Aderoju FPD 37. Elizabeth Ebelechukwu Arubalueze APD 38. Azubike Okoye FPD 39. Hammad Khan APD 40. Dr Kabir Duggal FPD - ‘Equality and Diversity Leader Award in Dispute Resolution’ 2022 41. Kanyi Lui FPD - ‘Dispute Resolution Award of the Year - Individual & Firm (Pinsent Masons)’ 42. Ish Jain FPD 43. Leigh Belasco FPD 44. Adrian Kearney FPD 45. Hon Dr Michael Keith Daly FPD - ‘Dispute Resolution Award of the Year - United Kingdom & Ireland’ 2022 |
46. Daniel Correa MPD
47. Mian Sheraz Javaid FPD - ‘Dispute Resolution Award of the Year - Asia’ 2022 48. Piyal Lalitha Perera MPD 49. Dr Herfried Wöss FPD 50. Ir Albert YEU (饒汝新) MPD 51. Sushmita Gandhi FPD 52. Damian James FPD 53. James Clifford MPD 54. Dr Tanya Hendry FPD 55. Anish Wadia FPD 56. Federico Antich MPD 57. Jarlath Kearney FPD 58. Ratan K. Singh FPD 59. Lucy Greenwood FPD - Climate Change Leader Award in Dispute Resolution 2022 60. Isaiah Bozimo FPD - ‘Dispute Resolution Award of the Year - Africa’ 2022 61. Karen Cheung FPD 62. Paul Sills FPD 63. Murat Metin Hakki FPD - ‘Dispute Resolution Award of the Year - Europe’ 2022 64. Ajit Kumar Mishra FPD 65. Dennis Wilson FPD - ‘Dispute Resolution Award of the Year - Australasia’ 2022 |
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