NEXT
Sign in to follow

International Edition

"I'm a huge proponent of having a larger US practice" – A&O's litigation chief on growth and diversity

Nine months after taking the helm of the practice, Karen Seward, one of the industry's top women, lays out her challenges and aims
4 minute read

New York Law Journal

Sanctions Stick Even After Settlement

In this Southern District Civil Practice Roundup, Edward M. Spiro and Christopher B. Harwood discuss a recent decision, 'Rogue Wave Software v. BTI Systems', writing: It is no longer a given that courts will vacate sanctions orders as part of a settlement. Rather, courts will balance the relevant interests at stake, and the more egregious the conduct leading to a sanctions order, the less likely it is that a court will vacate it.
8 minute read

New York Law Journal

Binding Nonsignatories to Arbitration Agreements

In their Commercial Division Update, Thomas J. Hall and Judith A. Archer discuss recent cases which show the Commercial Division recognizes that circumstances may require binding nonsignatories to arbitration agreements. The direct benefit theory of estoppel and agency is the most frequent reason that demands for arbitration are granted against nonsignatories. Individuals and businesses would do well to be mindful of these theories when interacting with business partners and affiliates lest they find themselves in an unexpected arbitration.
9 minute read

International Edition

Listed firm takes on £400m shareholder claim against Petrofac

The oil giant has been subject to an SFO probe since 2017
2 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Responding to Arbitration Subpoenas—How to Make Cost an Issue

Bob is not currently representing any clients in arbitration proceedings. In view of his past mistakes, described in my past articles, Bob's “withdrawal” from appearing in arbitration proceedings may be a good thing—at least for his clients.
7 minute read

New York Law Journal

'Deference to Arbitrators Is Not Without Its Limits,' But Those Limits Are Tightly Circumscribed

The Appellate Division's decision in 'Daesang' is an important development for parties involved in arbitration. This decision removed the uncertainty around the attempted expansion of vacatur grounds by the lower court, thus asserting New York courts' long-standing position in favor of arbitration.
8 minute read

International Edition

Duane Morris & Selvam's Singapore Director Departs for Disputes Boutique

Corporate litigation director Wei Chern Tham joins Fullerton Law Chambers, a disputes boutique launched in May of last year.
2 minute read

International Edition

The Transfer Window: hires for Linklaters, Bakers and DLA Piper

All the latest moves across the legal sector this week
4 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

Navigating Confidential Settlements and the Public's Right to Know

While there may be increased scrutiny on the use of confidentiality clauses in settlement agreements as a result of recent developments, as it stands confidentiality clauses can help protect the interests of all parties when utilized properly.
6 minute read

The Recorder

Recent Developments Raise Questions Regarding Confidential Settlements

While there may be increased scrutiny on the use of confidentiality clauses in settlement agreements as a result of recent developments, as it stands confidentiality clauses can help protect the interests of all parties when utilized properly.
6 minute read

More from ALM

More from ALM

Legal Speak is a weekly podcast that makes sense of what’s happening in the legal industry.

Resources

  • Data Management and Analytics: The Key to Success for Legal Operations

    Brought to you by DiliTrust

    Download Now

  • Small Law Firm Playbook: The Expert's Guide to Getting the Most Out of Legal Software

    Brought to you by PracticePanther

    Download Now

  • Strong & Hanni Solves Storage Woes--Learn How You Can, Too

    Brought to you by Filevine

    Download Now

  • Meeting the Requirements of California's SB 553: Workplace Violence Prevention

    Brought to you by NAVEX Global

    Download Now