This foundation course covers the salient points of U.S. arbitration law as it relates to domestic and international matters. The coursse curriculum begins with an introduction to the basic legal concepts that make up arbitration law and to the institutions that are central to arbitration practice. Consideration of the Federal Arbitration Act follows, along with a systematic treatment of the role of contract in arbitration and the function of subject matter inarbitrability. Problems relating to the enforcement of arbitral awards, the role of the arbitrator (focusing on the arbitrator's functions, duties, and responsibilities), and other practice issues are examined. The basic facets of international commercial arbitration also are introduced. Through lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and simulations, this interactive curriculum is designed to foster effective use of contemporary arbitral processes.Students cannot earn credit in both Arbitration Law and Introduction to U.S. Arbitration Law: Domestic and International Aspects. Grading: Letter graded Credits: Variable Offered: Summer and Fall or Spring Categories: Long Paper Subject Areas: Dispute Resolution
