Think before you draft
Series: Estates Gazette ; (0109) 3 March 2001, 219(1)Publication details: 2001Subject(s): Summary: Describes the case of "Scott v City and County of Swansea", and considers the implications of the judge's findings. The principal point highlighted by the case is the need for clarity when drafting arbitration clauses. To avoid possible future problems, the role of the arbitrator, and the scope of his jurisdiction, should be concisely defined. Also highlighted by the case is the need to carefully consider whether there are any existing disputes under a lease when an arbitrator is appointed.| Item type | Current library | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | 1 | Available | 111401-1001 |
Describes the case of "Scott v City and County of Swansea", and considers the implications of the judge's findings. The principal point highlighted by the case is the need for clarity when drafting arbitration clauses. To avoid possible future problems, the role of the arbitrator, and the scope of his jurisdiction, should be concisely defined. Also highlighted by the case is the need to carefully consider whether there are any existing disputes under a lease when an arbitrator is appointed.