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Next-Generation Rules for International Arbitration

MCC: What role does arbitration play in resolving international disputes? Santens: International arbitration is firmly established as the method of choice for binding resolution of cross-border disputes. Not all international disputes will settle through negotiation or mediation, and litigation...

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General Counsel Must Take Charge And Implement A Thoughtful ADR Approach

Editor: Tell us how your experiences at MasterCard attracted you to ADR and led you to take the helm at CPR. Hanft: I came to MasterCard in the 1980s with a largely litigation background and more importantly a litigation mindset, meaning that I subscribed to the rather traditional view that...

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CPR: A Crusader For ADR Through The Decades

Editor: Can you tell us about CPR and its role in the field of dispute resolution over the past decades? André: The International Institute for Conflict Prevention and Resolution (CPR) was created 35 years ago by general counsel at Fortune 100 companies to find alternatives to the high...

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Kathy Bryan: Her Accomplishments At CPR Mark A Great Leader

Editor: It’s been a wonderful experience for us to work with you. It’s always so much fun to work with people who are dedicated to a worthwhile cause. Bryan: Well, thank you. I know what you do is a labor of love as well, so it’s been wonderful to work with both you and...

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ADR’s Benefits: CPR’s Most Recent Winner

Editor: Tell us about HP and its legal department. Schultz: The legal department at HP includes about 1,200 people. It is responsible for compliance, intellectual property, including patents and trademarks and licensing, and contract negotiation and contract management.  About half of the...

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CPR Adds Another Major Feature To Its Toolbox

Editor: Why has CPR introduced administered arbitration rules? Bryan: For over 30 years, top-flight global lawyers have used CPR’s non-administered rules to resolve commercial disputes.  In response to users’ requests, CPR is now offering administered arbitration rules for...

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CPR – The 21st Century Corporate ADR Pledge

Editor: What is the 21st Corporate ADR Century Pledge?  Bryan: The 21st Century Corporate ADR Pledge is a systemic approach to dispute resolution. It’s the first of its kind. It is a company pledge to commit to a sustainable global approach to handling conflict management. It differs...

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