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London-based International Arbitration Partner Maurice Kenton Joins Hunton Andrews Kurth in Continued Expansion of Firm’s Global Disputes Practice

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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Maurice Kenton, a prominent international arbitration and disputes lawyer with significant experience representing clients in the mining, oil and gas, power, telecommunications, infrastructure and insurance sectors, has joined Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP as a partner in London.

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  • Maurice Kenton, a prominent international arbitration and disputes lawyer with significant experience representing clients in the mining, oil and gas, power, telecommunications, infrastructure and insurance sectors, has joined Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP as a partner in London.
  • Arriving with Kenton is disputes Counsel Edward Hamilton, whose practice includes international commercial and investor-State disputes.
  • “We are pleased to welcome them to the firm.”
    Kenton, who will lead the firm’s international arbitration practice, is the latest addition to Hunton Andrews Kurth’s London-based team.
  • The firm recently announced the arrivals of his longtime colleagues, international arbitration Partner David Hesse and corporate Partner Phillip Mace.

Luis M. Martinez Appointed Co-Chair of the ABA's International Law Section's International Arbitration Committee

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association ® (AAA®) announces that Luis M. Martinez, Esq., Vice President of the organization's international division, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®), has been selected as one of the 2023-2024 Co-Chairs of the American Bar Association (ABA) International Law Section's International Arbitration Committee.

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  • "The AAA-ICDR congratulates Luis on his appointment as Co-Chair of the International Arbitration Committee.
  • The upcoming year will be a busy one for the International Arbitration Committee, beginning with Committee members' participation in the ABA International Law Section's 2023 Fall Conference, "Law and the Future of Technology," in Seoul, South Korea, from October 10-13.
  • "I am proud to have been selected by my colleagues to help steer the ABA's International Arbitration Committee," said Luis Martinez, Vice President of the ICDR.
  • Mr. Martinez also serves as Honorary President of the Inter-American Commercial Arbitration Commission, and frequently contributes to international arbitration publications and speaks at international arbitration programs around the world.

AAA-ICDR® Facilitated Arbitration for 755 International B2B Cases Filed in 2022--a 12% Year-Over-Year Increase--Comprising $4.2 Billion in Total Claims

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association-International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (AAA-ICDR®), the global leader in arbitration and mediation services and data analytics, announces that it has successfully provided alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services for 755 international business-to-business (B2B) cases filed in 2022—representing a 12% increase over the number of cases filed in 2021. The organization's international caseload for last year comprised $4.2 billion in total claims and counterclaims.

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  • The International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®) is the international division of the American Arbitration Association® (AAA®), which administered 450,000 domestic cases filed in 2022.
  • More than 850 international cases are currently pending as of December 31, 2022, with over 19,000 international cases having been filed with the ICDR between 1996 and 2022.
  • The majority of international cases filed last year involved companies in the technology industry (133 cases), as well as construction (55 cases), financial services (48 cases), life sciences (38 cases), and real estate (36 cases).
  • Among international cases filed last year, 215 (28% of the total) involved multiple parties, including parties from multiple countries.

TWO MUSICK PEELER ATTORNEYS NAMED AMONG THE NEXT GENERATION OF LEGAL LEADERS IN AMERICA

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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This seminal guide honors the burgeoning legal talent infusing traditional and innovative practices with fresh energy and forward-thinking perspectives.

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  • This seminal guide honors the burgeoning legal talent infusing traditional and innovative practices with fresh energy and forward-thinking perspectives.
  • "This is our inaugural guide dedicated to those who will define the future of the legal profession," states the publisher.
  • Managing Partner R. Joseph De Briyn adds, "We are so proud that two of our outstanding attorneys are being recognized among legal leaders.
  • Giorgio and Citadelle's inclusion in this guide is a testament to the bright future that awaits them in the field of law."

Eric Tuchmann Receives ABA International Law Section's Outstanding International Corporate Counsel Award

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association® (AAA®), the global leader in arbitration and mediation services, along with its international division – the International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®), announces that Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary Eric Tuchmann recently received the American Bar Association (ABA) International Law Section's Outstanding International Corporate Counsel Award. Mr. Tuchmann was awarded this prestigious honor at the ABA International Law Section's Annual Conference in New York City on May 3, 2023.

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  • NEW YORK, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association® (AAA®), the global leader in arbitration and mediation services, along with its international division – the International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®), announces that Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary Eric Tuchmann recently received the American Bar Association (ABA) International Law Section's Outstanding International Corporate Counsel Award.
  • The ABA International Law Section's Outstanding International Corporate Counsel Award is given to a Section member who is a practicing attorney employed by a company or other entity as an in-house counsel for their sustained and outstanding service in the field of international law.
  • Mr. Tuchmann was presented with this award by ABA International Law Section Chair Marcos Ríos Larrain, and Past Section Chair and ABA Rule of Law Institute Board of Directors Member Ken Reisenfeld.
  • "I am deeply honored to receive the ABA International Law Section's Outstanding International Corporate Counsel Award," said Eric P. Tuchmann, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of the AAA-ICDR.

Eric Tuchmann Receives ABA International Law Section's Outstanding International Corporate Counsel Award

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association® (AAA®), the global leader in arbitration and mediation services, along with its international division – the International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®), announces that Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary Eric Tuchmann recently received the American Bar Association (ABA) International Law Section's Outstanding International Corporate Counsel Award. Mr. Tuchmann was awarded this prestigious honor at the ABA International Law Section's Annual Conference in New York City on May 3, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association® (AAA®), the global leader in arbitration and mediation services, along with its international division – the International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®), announces that Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary Eric Tuchmann recently received the American Bar Association (ABA) International Law Section's Outstanding International Corporate Counsel Award.
  • The ABA International Law Section's Outstanding International Corporate Counsel Award is given to a Section member who is a practicing attorney employed by a company or other entity as an in-house counsel for their sustained and outstanding service in the field of international law.
  • Mr. Tuchmann was presented with this award by ABA International Law Section Chair Marcos Ríos Larrain, and Past Section Chair and ABA Rule of Law Institute Board of Directors Member Ken Reisenfeld.
  • "I am deeply honored to receive the ABA International Law Section's Outstanding International Corporate Counsel Award," said Eric P. Tuchmann, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of the AAA-ICDR.

AAA®-ICDR® Publishes Guidelines for Utilizing Tribunal Secretaries in International Arbitration

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association® (AAA®), the global leader in arbitration and mediation services, announces that its international division, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®), has released a set of comprehensive guidelines for the use and appointment of tribunal secretaries in arbitration.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association® (AAA®), the global leader in arbitration and mediation services, announces that its international division, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®), has released a set of comprehensive guidelines for the use and appointment of tribunal secretaries in arbitration.
  • "These guidelines clarify the role and responsibility of tribunal secretaries—including confirmation that they do not have any decision-making authority—and contribute to our efforts to strengthen transparency, economy, and efficiency within the international arbitration process."
  • The ICDR Arbitral Tribunal Secretary Guidelines , effective December 1, 2022, underscore that:
    Arbitrators retain all decision-making authority and may not delegate it to tribunal secretaries.
  • The ICDR Arbitral Tribunal Secretary Guidelines were prepared by the ICDR in consultation with arbitrators, counsel, and case administrators from multiple jurisdictions, as well as professionals who have served as tribunal secretaries.

AAA®-ICDR® Publishes Guidelines for Utilizing Tribunal Secretaries in International Arbitration

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association® (AAA®), the global leader in arbitration and mediation services, announces that its international division, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®), has released a set of comprehensive guidelines for the use and appointment of tribunal secretaries in arbitration.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association® (AAA®), the global leader in arbitration and mediation services, announces that its international division, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®), has released a set of comprehensive guidelines for the use and appointment of tribunal secretaries in arbitration.
  • "These guidelines clarify the role and responsibility of tribunal secretaries—including confirmation that they do not have any decision-making authority—and contribute to our efforts to strengthen transparency, economy, and efficiency within the international arbitration process."
  • The ICDR Arbitral Tribunal Secretary Guidelines , effective December 1, 2022, underscore that:
    Arbitrators retain all decision-making authority and may not delegate it to tribunal secretaries.
  • The ICDR Arbitral Tribunal Secretary Guidelines were prepared by the ICDR in consultation with arbitrators, counsel, and case administrators from multiple jurisdictions, as well as professionals who have served as tribunal secretaries.

AAA® Announces Chief Justice Bridget M. McCormack as New President and CEO, Effective February 2023

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association-International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (AAA-ICDR®), the global leader in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services, announces the appointment of Chief Justice Bridget M. McCormack as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.  Justice McCormack will assume these positions effective February 2023, with current President and CEO India Johnson remaining in these roles until then to ensure a smooth transition.

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  • Justice McCormack will assume these positions effective February 2023, with current President and CEO India Johnson remaining in these roles until then to ensure a smooth transition.
  • As President and CEO, Justice McCormack will spearhead and lead the AAA-ICDR's strategic vision and operations, ensuring that it continues to be the world's pre-eminent ADR provider.
  • Justice McCormack is joining the AAA-ICDR from the Michigan Supreme Court, where she has served as Chief Justice, overseeing the state's judicial system encompassing 244 courts and 560 judges.
  • Justice McCormack is a graduate of New York University Law School, where she received a juris doctorate degree.

AAA® Updates Commercial Arbitration Rules & Mediation Procedures to Uphold AAA Standards

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Monday, September 12, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association-International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (AAA-ICDR®) announces that significant amendments have been made to the AAA Commercial Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures.

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  • Process Improvements Standardize Longstanding AAA Practices, and Revise Rules to Generate Further Efficiencies and Reflect Advances in Technology
    NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Arbitration Association-International Centre for Dispute Resolution (AAA-ICDR) announces that significant amendments have been made to the AAA Commercial Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures.
  • The 2022 amendments to the AAA Commercial Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures ("the Rules") involve:
    ConsolidationThe AAA has instituted its first-ever commercial rule to consolidate existing arbitrations or the joinder of additional parties.
  • ConfidentialityThe reinforcement of the longstanding requirements in the AAA Code of Ethics for Arbitrators, by including a commitment by AAA Staff and arbitrators to the confidentiality of arbitration in the Commercial Arbitration Rules.
  • To read a more detailed explanation of the 2022 amendments to the AAA Commercial Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures, click here .