International disputes and arbitration

Can a foreign arbitral award be recognised and enforced in Lithuania?

The value of an international dispute is not only whether a favourable award can be obtained, but whether it can actually be enforced where the counterparty’s assets are located.

Plan enforcement before arbitration starts

It is useful to know where assets are located, which national rules may matter and what international instruments may govern recognition.

Recognition is not a complete rehearing of the commercial dispute

Recognition and enforcement generally focus on the conditions relevant to that procedure rather than deciding the entire underlying dispute again.

The arbitration agreement remains important

Its validity, scope and the process leading to the award may matter when recognition is later sought.

Cross-border enforcement requires coordination

Where assets, parties and procedures span several countries, Lithuanian and foreign counsel may need to work under one enforcement strategy.

This article provides general information only and is not individual legal advice. The appropriate procedural route and strategy depend on the facts and the applicable law at the relevant time.