By Yasmine EDDAM
4 April 2025
The arbitral tribunal has been set up and the arbitrators have accepted their assignment. The organisational phase gives way to the heart of the process: the arbitration proceedings themselves. How does this "private hearing" of an international dispute work in practice? What are the rules governing the exchanges between the parties and the arbitrators? Who decides which law is applicable to the dispute? Arbitration is renowned for its flexibility, but flexibility does not mean the absence of rules. This article guides you through the key stages and guiding principles for the conduct of international arbitration proceedings, from the choice of legal framework to the management of evidence and procedural incidents. Which legal framework for the proceedings? The procedural law One of the major attractions of international arbitration is the freedom given to the parties to shape the proceedings. In accordance with article 1509 of the Code of Procedure...
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