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

Speakers

Peter A. Halprin, Esq., Partner; Pasich LLP

Erin E. Gleason Alvarez, Esq., Independent Arbitrator & Mediator; Gleason Alvarez ADR, LLC