Maximizing Arbitration Efficiency

Join Aaron Gothelf, Regional Vice President of the American Arbitration Association, for an in-depth discussion on best practices to streamline arbitration proceedings and resolve disputes efficiently. This program will cover practical strategies that attorneys can use to enhance effectiveness throughout the arbitration process.

Topics include:

Creating a well-drafted arbitration clause
Selecting the right arbitrator(s) for your case
Preparing for and conducting the preliminary hearing
Resolving discovery disputes
How the parties can draft effective pre-hearing filings and briefs
Best practices for presenting witnesses and evidence
How to handle closing arguments and attorney fee applications
The advantages and disadvantages of in-person, remote, and hybrid evidentiary hearings
The impact of COVID-19 on arbitration