LAW 748TUT - Commercial Arbitration Advocacy

Arbitration is a commonly utilized dispute resolution tool for clients and often required by various commercial and consumer contracts.This 1-cr course will explore techniques to advocate for clients in disputes not governed by federal or state court rules and procedures. We will utilize a variety of reading materials, speakers and videos. Many skills exercises will be conducted in and out of class so that students attain a practical approach to arbitration issues as well as standard advocacy techniques such as openings/closings, direct and cross examinations, and evidentiary arguments. Co-req to participation in the NYSBA Judith S. Kaye Arbitration Competition team - competes in Nov. in NYC.

Credits: 1