Society of Maritime Arbitrators, Inc.

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Table of Contents

Foreword

Maritime Arbitration in New York

• The Society of Maritime Arbitrators, Inc.
• Rules
• Code of Ethics
• Roster
• Educational Programs
• Publications

Practical Guide

• Initiating the Arbitration
• Compelling Arbitration
• Conduct of the Arbitration
• A. Standard Arbitration
• B. Shortened Arbitration
• The Award
• Confirming the Award
• Vacating the Award

Why Arbitration in New York Under SMA Rules?

• Practicality
• Consolidation
• Security
• Speed
• Remedies
• Reasoned Awards
• Finality
• Enforceability Abroad
• Cost-Efficiency

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Document No. 1:

• SMA Arbitration Rules

Document No. 2:

• SMA Rules for Shortened Arbitration Procedure

Document No. 3:

• SMA Code of Ethics

Document No. 4:

• SMA Rules for Conciliation

Document No. 5:

• SMA Rules for Mediation

Document No. 6:

• The U.S. Federal Arbitration Act (Title 9 of U.S. Code)
• Chapter I: General Provisions
• Chapter II: Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards
• Chapter III: Inter-American Convention on International Commercial Arbitration

Document No. 7:

• Guide to Maritime Arbitration in New York (FAQs)

SOCIETY OF MARITIME ARBITRATORS, INC.
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New York, NY 10004

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