Party-Appointed Arbitrators - The Presumption of Bias

Event Description

Online registration is closed. If you would like to join or have questions, please email Geen at gmui@mnbars.org.

Hosted by the MSBA Alternative Dispute Resolution SectionThe ADR Section holds a business meeting at 12 Noon - prior to the CLE program that begins by 12:15 pm.

This session will be REMOTE-ONLY participation. Attendees will have the option to view online and/or dial-in via Zoom.

Live Webinar:

Party-appointed arbitrators have traditionally been partisans for the party that selects them.  This presumption of bias creates practical and ethical issues for both arbitrators and the parties.  This presentation will explore how the peculiarities and challenges of party-appointed arbitrators (both neutrals and non-neutrals) should be addressed in the arbitration agreement and managed before and during the hearing.   

ETHICS CLE CREDIT Approved!

Presenter:

Bob Huber, Mediator and Construction Arbitrator | Huber ADR Services

MN CLE Credits:

1.0 Ethics CLE Credit Approved | Event code: 412354   

ADR Rule 114 Credit

Remote Participation: 

Webcast and/or phone* participation is available.  Please indicate your remote option for dial-in when registering. If you are dialing in only, please confirm your attendance to the program contact listed below.   Instructions will be sent via e-mail a day prior to the program.

*Phone note: Toll fees may apply from a landline.

Cost:

Section Member: Free
MSBA Member not a member of the Section: $10.00
Non-MSBA Member: $15.00
Law Student: Free
New Admittee (attorney admitted to the MN Bar after 1/1/21):  Free

Online Deadline to Register: September 12, 2021

Join the ADR Section: MSBA members who are not members of the Section can join and attend this CLE for FREE.  Click here to add the section to your membership and then contact the program manager to register for this CLE at no cost. Want more information about the ADR Section?  

Payments:

Due to the pandemic, accounting staff have limited access to the office making the processing of checks difficult. We request that you register online or over the phone by credit card whenever possible. If you need assistance, please contact the program manager. If you must pay by check, please use this registration form.

Cancellations:

Need to cancel? Please see our cancellation policy.

Accommodations:

The MSBA is committed to creating an inclusive environment in which all members can participate fully. If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in this event, please notify the program manager.  Please provide notification at least 72 hours prior to the meeting to allow sufficient time to make arrangements for accommodations. Thank you.

Program Manager:

Geen Mui | gmui@mnbars.org
612-278-6346

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DATE
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
TIME

12:00 PM to 1:15 PM

VENUE