140 Minutes
This is two-part recorded webinar provides practical tips for resolving domestic and international life science disputes. In addition, it offers perspectives from life science in-house counsel regarding such disputes.
Part 1 - Arbitrating Domestic and International Life Sciences Dispute: How Are They Different and Complex? The faculty discusses the suitability of arbitration for use in life sciences disputes. Among other things, the panel takes up issues of confidentiality, classified information, neutral forum, limited discovery and final, enforceable and transportable awards. They also explore considerations when picking counsel, arbitrators and experts, appropriateness of tribunal-appointed experts, expert witness conferencing and other techniques to narrow expert differences.
Part 2 - Fireside Chat: The In-House Perspective on Arbitrating Life Sciences Disputes. During this session, the faculty provides their perspectives on using ADR for resolving domestic and international life science disputes. They discuss their experiences including what types of contracts include ADR provisions, perspectives regarding remote versus in-person hearings, arbitrator selection, and selecting outside counsel to name just a few topics.
The AAA does not offer CLE in any jurisdiction for our online programs, but you may be able to use a copy of the certificate available at the conclusion of the course to submit for CLE credit on your own (we recommend that you confirm availability of CLE in your jurisdiction for this type of course).