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Dispute Resolution

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2019
International Arbitration Yearbook 2018-2019
We are pleased to announce that the latest edition of the Baker McKenzie International Arbitration Yearbook is now available.
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Global disputes are becoming more frequent and complex as corporations and financial institutions continue to enter new markets against a backdrop of tighter regulatory scrutiny, higher accountability standards and intense competition. With more companies doing business in emerging markets, the risks are even greater. All of this creates higher costs and greater liability, requiring that disputes be avoided whenever possible, and resolved efficiently when they arise.

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07 June 2019
Carbon Tax Sees Changes to Customs and Excise Laws
The Carbon Tax Act and the Customs and Excise Amendment Act, 2019 became effective in South Africa from 1 June 2019.
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03 June 2019
South Africa: Negotiating in Commercial Mediations
Steps that can be taken to prepare for a mediation and increase the prospects of a settlement being reached.
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30 May 2019
High Court to Have Final Say on Common Fund Orders in Class Actions
The Full Federal Court and New South Wales Court of Appeal sat together to consider whether the making of a “common fund order” (CFO) Read more.
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29 May 2019
US Supreme Court Restricts Counterclaim Defendants' Rights to Remove Class Actions
The US Supreme Court has held that the federal removal statute does not permit a third-party counterclaim defendant to remove a class action from state court to federal court.
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29 May 2019
Appco Awarded Costs in Fair Work Jurisdiction Due to Unreasonable Act or Omission of Other Party in Class Action Proceeding
Appco Group Australia has succeeded in having an award of costs made in its favour under s 570(2)(b) ...
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2019
Doing Business in Russia
Our guide for companies operating in or considering investment into the Russian Federation presents an overview of the country's business environment.
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23 May 2019
Seeking Support from the Piller
An analysis of the structurally sound decision of Viziya Corporation v Collaborit Holdings.
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News
04/20/2019
Texas Court Awards $72 Million to Superior Energy Subsidiary
A Harris County, Texas district court awarded Superior Energy Inc.’s subsidiary Stabil Drill Specialties, L.L.C. over $72 million in damages, disgorgement, and prejudgment interest.
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17 May 2019
Baker McKenzie Secures Major Reforms for Children in Florida Foster Care in the US
Baker McKenzie recently partnered with Children’s Rights and other organizations on a pro bono basis to secure a win for vulnerable children in the Southern Region of Florida (Miami-Dade and ...
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24 April 2019
Baker McKenzie releases 12th edition of its International Arbitration Yearbook
This edition focuses on diversity in international arbitration and considers the historical position, the present landscape and what the future might hold for this important topic.
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29 March 2019
Wong & Partners wins Law Firm of the Year for second consecutive year at ALB Malaysia Law Awards 2019
The Firm also took home the IP Law Firm of the Year award and Kherk Ying Chew was recognised as ...
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04 March 2019
Baker McKenzie grows Singapore office with two key hires
Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow, the member firm of Baker McKenzie International in Singapore, has strengthened its Regional Capital Markets Practice and Dispute Resolution Practice with the ...
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26 February 2019
Baker McKenzie Habib Al Mulla advises on landmark real estate judgments in the UAE
Dubai's Court of Cassation sets new precedents for developers, reinforces confidence in the real estate market.
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18 December 2018
Avoiding and resolving disputes amidst a rise in MENA
The Firm hosted seminars in MENA focusing on how companies can anticipate risks, reduce their exposure to disputes and manage them cost effectively if they arise.
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Baker McKenzie International Arbitration Yearbook 2018-2019

This 12th edition looks at the important developments in arbitration in 45 jurisdictions in the past year and more.

Global Product Recall Handbook, 4th Edition

This Handbook is a user friendly reference guide to the product recall laws and regulations for consumer products.

North America Primer on Arbitration

North America edition compares arbitration and litigation methods for dispute resolution, and looks at the arbitration bodies across the region.

Asia Pacific Primer on Arbitration

The Asia Pacific edition compares arbitration and litigation methods for dispute resolution, and looks at the arbitration bodies across the region.

Global Privilege Center

Navigate through the relevant rules and policies on attorney-client privilege in over 40 countries.

Global Arbitration News

Our news platform focuses on the latest legislation and court decisions on arbitration-related topics

Comparative Chart of International Arbitration Rules

Summary table compares rules of key arbitration institutions around the world.

Cross-Border Enforcement Center

Understand how judgments and awards are enforced in over 25 countries around the world, and what enforcement methods are available.

Global Guide to Competition Litigation

A guide to the litigation of civil claims grounded on the breach of competition law.

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