Practical Considerations In Navigating Emergency Arbitrations

Emergency arbitration is a process that allows parties to seek interim relief from an arbitrator before the constitution of a panel. This program will highlight how to make such applications under the American Arbitration Association Commercial Arbitration Rules (R-38); an overview of how emergency arbitration has been used in practice; and considerations for hearings and enforcement.

AGENDA:

I.    Introduction

•    Overview of presentation

•    Learning objectives

•    Speaker introductions

II.    Rule Requirements

•    Review Commercial Rules R-38, including the process for initiating; showing of immediate and irreparable loss or damage

III.    In Practice

•    Discussion of statistics for 2019, 2020, 2021 (AAA and industry statistics)

     – Number of emergency applications made

     – Applications granted

     – Relief sought 

     – Average institution + arbitrator fees 

     – Average process time

IV.    Practical Considerations

•    Making the application

•    Preliminary hearing presentations

•    Ensuing process, if granted

V.    Enforcement

•    Overview caselaw in U.S.

VI.    Review and Conclusion