UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules provide a standardized way to resolve international commercial disputes through ad-hoc arbitration.
The UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules provide a standardized set of procedures for parties to resolve disputes through ad-hoc arbitration.
Who it's for
This is designed for parties involved in international commercial contracts who wish to settle disputes outside of a traditional courtroom.
What you get
You receive a clear, standardized framework of rules to guide the arbitration process. This helps ensure that the dispute is handled through a structured, predictable method of private legal resolution.
What it costs you
There are no government fees to access the rules themselves, but you will be responsible for your own legal fees and the costs associated with the arbitration process. Additionally, both parties must reach a mutual agreement to use these rules.
The catch to know
These rules are procedural, meaning they provide the "how-to" guide for the process, but they do not provide the decision-makers. You and the other party are responsible for appointing your own arbitrators to hear the case.
How to apply
- Ensure both parties in your contract agree to use these rules for dispute resolution.
- Review the procedural requirements to understand how the arbitration will be managed.
- Formally appoint your arbitrators according to the agreed-upon method.
- Access the full text of the rules via the official portal: https://uncitral.un.org