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Arbitration

Arbitration may provide a specialised and confidential route for resolving commercial disputes, but its effectiveness begins with a properly drafted arbitration agreement.

From the arbitration clause to enforcement of the award

We advise on drafting and assessment of arbitration clauses, referral of disputes to arbitration and strategy in domestic and international commercial matters.

We represent clients in arbitral proceedings and related court proceedings, including interim protection, evidence, setting aside, recognition and enforcement.

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Arbitration agreements

Scope of disputes, institution or rules, seat, language, applicable law and appointment of arbitrators.

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Domestic and international arbitration

Claims and defences, evidence, experts, hearings and coordination across jurisdictions.

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Interim and protective measures

Protection of assets, evidence and enforcement prospects in arbitration and related court proceedings.

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Recognition and enforcement

Enforcement prospects for Lithuanian and foreign awards, objections and identification of assets.

How we work

01Jurisdictional assessment

We examine the validity and scope of the agreement, applicable rules and arbitrability of the dispute.

02Process and evidence strategy

We plan claims, defences, evidence, experts and hearings.

03Enforcement plan

From the outset, we assess where assets are located and what steps will be required to enforce the award.

Insights

Articles on this area

Arbitration

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

The value of an international dispute depends not only on the award but also on its real enforcement prospects.

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Arbitration

Arbitration clause: what should be addressed in the contract?

An arbitration clause should clearly address the scope of disputes, institution or rules, seat, language and appointment of arbitrators.

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DUK / FAQ

Frequently asked questions

A valid arbitration agreement is generally required, and the dispute must fall within its scope and be arbitrable under the applicable law.
Institutional arbitration is administered under the institution’s rules. In ad hoc arbitration the parties and tribunal must organise more of the process themselves.
Arbitration does not necessarily exclude court assistance, but the route depends on the seat, applicable rules and the measure requested.
Often yes, subject to the conditions for recognition and enforcement, the arbitration agreement, due process and possible refusal grounds.
Principal contacts: Edenas Leleiva. Information on this website is general and does not replace an individual assessment of a specific matter.
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