1 February 2021
2020 was an unusual year globally, compelling new approaches and attitudes to dispute resolution as the world’s legal systems adapted to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Virtual court hearings, trials, arbitrations and mediations, and changes to traditional practices and procedures, have been part of that. While some of these changes may be short-lived, others may be adopted permanently. In addition, the UK finally left the EU, transforming the UK’s trading relationship with the rest of the world and resulting in significant changes to the handling of cross border disputes.
Looking ahead, it is likely that collective redress procedures will become ever more significant as an increasing number of jurisdictions introduce procedures to facilitate their use. The development of arbitration as a global method of dispute resolution is set to continue, while locally, governments and enforcement authorities will be seeking to reinforce their efforts to tackle corporate crime.
The Dispute Resolution Year in Review and Year to Come – A Global Perspective draws together analysis, thought leadership and highlights from our Dispute Resolution lawyers around the world. The guide summarises a selection of the major developments in dispute resolution from 2020 and highlights a number of significant developments on the horizon in 2021.
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Andrew Chung, Partner, Linklaters
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