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Justin D’Agostino to lead ICC Court’s new Belt and Road Commission
Justin D’Agostino, Herbert Smith Freehills’ Global Head of Disputes, has been appointed chair of a new ICC Court commission to develop the ICC’s approach …
Japan International Mediation Centre to open in Kyoto
It has recently been announced that a new "Japan International Mediation Centre" is to open in Kyoto, reportedly in early 2018. Mediation is a form of …
The role of mediation in the resolution of belt and road disputes
China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has gained huge momentum of late, with governments, companies and lawyers keen to maximise the many opportunities …
Apology legislation passed in Hong Kong - what does it mean for you?
On 13 July, Hong Kong’s Legislative Council passed a law (the Apology Law) intended to facilitate the resolution of civil disputes in the territory. The …
Hong Kong allows third party funding for arbitration and mediation
Hong Kong's Legislative Council has passed a law allowing third parties to fund arbitrations seated in the territory, as well as work done in Hong …
Global Pound Conference Hong Kong - a mandate for change
Hong Kong's status as a leading international dispute resolution hub is well-known. It enjoys a strong, independent judiciary as well as world class …
Wikileaked? Singapore Court upholds privilege over hacked documents
In the recent decision of Wee Shuo Woon v HT S.R.L [2017] SGCA 23, the Court of Appeal considered whether evidence which had been made available on …
Mediation in Hong Kong and the Global Pound Conference: article published
Julian Copeman, May Tai and Anita Phillips discuss their client research and the outputs of the recent Global Pound Conference to …
ADR in Asia Pacific: Spotlight on Indonesia
The third edition of our ADR in Asia Pacific Guide spotlights alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in …
The Global Pound Conference series and its importance
The Global Pound Conference (GPC) series presents a unique opportunity to engage all stakeholders in a conversation about dispute resolution and how it …
Herbert Smith Freehills launches ADR Hub
Herbert Smith Freehills has launched a new Alternative Dispute Resolution Hub (at www.hsf.com/adr). Sitting alongside our ADR Notes blog …
Julian Copeman and Anita Phillips discuss the Global Pound Conference and what to expect at the upcoming Hong Kong event
Hong Kong Lawyer has published an article by Julian Copeman, partner, and Anita Phillips, professional support consultant, discussing commercial dispute …
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