International & National Arbitration
What is arbitration?
Arbitration is a method of
alternative dispute resolution that allows both parties to have their say and to discuss their differences
in a non-courtroom setting under the supervision of a neutral third party,
or "arbitrator."
After hearing all of the information and receiving the opinions of both
sides, the arbitrator then is able to rule on the issue. Whether or not
the arbitrator's decision is binding depends on the terms contained
and agreed to by both parties in the original arbitration agreement.
Advantages to the arbitration process include the following:
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Arbitration saves you money. The arbitration process allows you to avoid the considerable expense of
litigation.
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Arbitration saves you time. The arbitration process usually takes much less time than a court proceeding.
A study published by the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Services found
that arbitrated cases took an average of 375 days, while comparable cases
that went to court took anywhere from 18 months - roughly 547 days - to
3 years to reach a conclusion.
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Arbitration encourages cooperation. The atmosphere of most court proceedings encourages disagreement, hostility,
and opposition. Arbitration, on the other hand, is a process that encourages
restoration and peacemaking.
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Arbitration is flexible. Trials are inflexible and rigidly scheduled, but arbitration appointments
can be scheduled around the demands of your regular life.
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Arbitration maintains your privacy. While court proceedings can be very public, arbitration is a process that
allows you to preserve your privacy.
Experienced Arbitration Attorney
With experience living in different countries around the world, I am able
to help my clients achieve satisfactory conclusions to difficult disagreements,
including those that involve cultural disputes. I have served as an
attorney since 1974. Learn more about my arbitration practice:
Call Carolyn E. Hansen, Esq. Attorney at Law & Mediator today to schedule a consultation.
Arbitrator Panels
- American Arbitration Association (AAA) International Center for Dispute
Resolution (ICDR)
- World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
- International Chamber of Commerce International Court of Arbitration (ICC)
- NY Third Judicial District (Fee Arbitration)
Professional Affiliations
I am on the Executive Committee of the Dispute Resolution Section of the
NY State Bar Association. I Co-Chair of the Section's International
Mediation Subcommittee and its Diversity Committee. I am also on the American
Bar Association (ABA) Dispute Resolution Section.
Bar Admissions
- New York, 1981
- Wisconsin, 1974
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1986
Education
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Free University of Brussels School of Law, Brussels, , Belgium, 1973
LL.M.
Honors: Cum Laude
Honors: Full Fellowship for International and Comparative Law Studies, 1972-1973
Major: International and Comparative Law
Law Journal: Texas International Law Journal, 1976
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The University of Michigan Law School, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 1972
J.D.
Honors: Top 10% on Work during Final Year
Honors: Summer Session, Intl. Ct. of Justice, Hague Academy, Hague, Netherlands
Honors: Best Written Brief, Jessup Moot Court, 1971
Major: International and Comparative Law
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University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, 1969
B.A.
Honors: Summer Session at United Nations, University of Wisconsin, New York, 1968
Honors: Distinguished Alumni Award, 1994
Honors: Outstanding Alumni Award, 1976
Honors: Outstanding Senior Award, 1969
Major: Political Science and International Studies