Litigation & Dispute Resolution 2025
18th Edition
Published on 26. February 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
252 pages
978-1-83918-403-1 (ISBN)
Description
The litigation landscape continues to expand. There are
increased cases, a surge in class actions, and an increase in law firm
revenues. The industry is influenced by globalisation, technological
advancements, and increasing regulatory complexities, driving demand for
specialised expertise and innovative approaches.
These influences impact both sides of the industry. On one
hand, as digital integration deepens, disputes arising from cybersecurity
breaches, AI and automation issues continue to grow. With a growing emphasis on
ESG standards, businesses are encountering disputes over alleged greenwashing,
supply chain compliance failures, and shareholder activism related to ESG
commitments. There are economic and political pressures resulting in
contractual disputes creating contentious issues around force majeure,
termination rights and performance obligations.
On the other hand, legal technology, such as e-discovery
tools and online dispute resolution platforms, is transforming case management
and client interactions. The industry's focus is shifting towards efficiency,
adaptability, and client-centric solutions through alternative dispute
resolution, and alongside other developments, these processes and the work
undertaken continue to be a critical component of maintaining legal and
business stability worldwide.
Welcome to the 18th edition of ICLG - Litigation &
Dispute Resolution. My deepest thanks to Contributing Editor Greg Lascelles
and all the law firms who have created content for this edition, which I hope
you find digestible, insightful and useful in navigating these landscapes in
2025.
James Strode
Publisher
Global Legal Group
increased cases, a surge in class actions, and an increase in law firm
revenues. The industry is influenced by globalisation, technological
advancements, and increasing regulatory complexities, driving demand for
specialised expertise and innovative approaches.
These influences impact both sides of the industry. On one
hand, as digital integration deepens, disputes arising from cybersecurity
breaches, AI and automation issues continue to grow. With a growing emphasis on
ESG standards, businesses are encountering disputes over alleged greenwashing,
supply chain compliance failures, and shareholder activism related to ESG
commitments. There are economic and political pressures resulting in
contractual disputes creating contentious issues around force majeure,
termination rights and performance obligations.
On the other hand, legal technology, such as e-discovery
tools and online dispute resolution platforms, is transforming case management
and client interactions. The industry's focus is shifting towards efficiency,
adaptability, and client-centric solutions through alternative dispute
resolution, and alongside other developments, these processes and the work
undertaken continue to be a critical component of maintaining legal and
business stability worldwide.
Welcome to the 18th edition of ICLG - Litigation &
Dispute Resolution. My deepest thanks to Contributing Editor Greg Lascelles
and all the law firms who have created content for this edition, which I hope
you find digestible, insightful and useful in navigating these landscapes in
2025.
James Strode
Publisher
Global Legal Group
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Series
Edition
18th Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 297 mm
Width: 210 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-83918-403-1 (9781839184031)
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Content
Expert Analysis Chapters
1 From #posts to #penalties: Understanding the Legal Framework for Social Media Influencers
Greg Lascelles & Demica Kaur Nettleford, Hausfeld
6 Compulsory Disclosure of Evidence Prior to Litigation in French Law
Patrice Grenier & Alexandre Pouray, Grenier Avocats
18 Forum Shopping and Selection: A Strategic Guide to Thai and International Courts and Arbitration
Krida Phoonwathu, Ittirote Klinboon, Rawi Meckvichai & Prat Naka, Rajah & Tann (Thailand) Limited
23 Challenges to International Arbitration: From Enforcement to Anti-Arbitration Perspectives
Ravi Singhania, Vikas Goel, Shilpa Shah & Harmanbir Singh Sandhu, Singhania & Partners LLP
Q&A Chapters
27 Bermuda
John Hindess & Terry-Lynn Griffiths, Wakefield Quin Limited
35 England & Wales
Greg Lascelles & Demica Kaur Nettleford, Hausfeld
51 France
Olivier Laude, Benoit Renard & Camille Rigaud, Laude & Associes
61 Germany
Matthias Schrader, Dr. Johannes Schmidt, Dr. Harry Nettlau & Svenja Wachtel, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
69 Guernsey
Robin Gist, Charlotte Tomlinson, Alison Antill & Glyn Davies, Ferbrache & Farrell LLP
76 Hong Kong
Paul Kwan & Andy Lam, Deacons
88 India
Shally Bhasin, Chaitanya Safaya, Prateek Gupta & Udbhav Nanda, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.
101 Italy
Alessandro Gravante & Rosanna Serraino, Giambrone & Partners - Studio Legale Associato
109 Japan
Koki Yanagisawa & Hiroyuki Ebisawa, Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu
118 Lithuania
Gediminas Dominas & Tomas Balciunas, WALLESS
126 Luxembourg
Clara Mara-Marhuenda & Sandrine Margetidis-Sigwalt, Arendt & Medernach
134 Mexico
Armando Arenas Reyes & Eduardo Arana Ramirez, OLIVARES
145 Philippines
Ramon G. Songco, Anthony W. Dee & Jewelle Ann Lou P. Santos, SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
154 Saudi Arabia
Omar Alrasheed, Reed Runnels, Walid Al-Khalaf & Nadir Hassan, Omar Alrasheed Law Firm
162 Slovakia
Jakub Kamenicky & Adriana Pavlovicova, Squire Patton Boggs
170 Slovenia
Rok Jerovsek, Peter Malis & Luka Jager, Jerovsek Malis Law Firm
181 Spain
Sonia Gumpert Melgosa & Michael Fries, Monereo Meyer Abogados
188 Switzerland
Sonja Stark-Traber & Andre Bloch, Suter Howald Attorneys at Law
197 Taiwan
Winona Chen, Shih-I Wu & Yu-June Tseng, Lee and Li Attorneys-at-Law
206 Thailand
Nathee Silacharoen, Sakolrat Srangsomwong, Chonlawat Rojanaparpal & Wanchana Bunditkritsada, Chandler Mori Hamada Limited
214 USA - Delaware
John A. Sensing, Carla M. Jones & Hannah L. Paxton, Potter Anderson & Corroon LLP
223 USA - New York
Chris Paparella, Justin Ben-Asher & Jennie Askew, Steptoe
233 USA - Virginia
Brian A. Hill & Scott M. Dinner, Nixon Peabody LLP
241 USA - Washington, D.C.
Brian A. Hill & Simon A. Poser, Nixon Peabody LLP
1 From #posts to #penalties: Understanding the Legal Framework for Social Media Influencers
Greg Lascelles & Demica Kaur Nettleford, Hausfeld
6 Compulsory Disclosure of Evidence Prior to Litigation in French Law
Patrice Grenier & Alexandre Pouray, Grenier Avocats
18 Forum Shopping and Selection: A Strategic Guide to Thai and International Courts and Arbitration
Krida Phoonwathu, Ittirote Klinboon, Rawi Meckvichai & Prat Naka, Rajah & Tann (Thailand) Limited
23 Challenges to International Arbitration: From Enforcement to Anti-Arbitration Perspectives
Ravi Singhania, Vikas Goel, Shilpa Shah & Harmanbir Singh Sandhu, Singhania & Partners LLP
Q&A Chapters
27 Bermuda
John Hindess & Terry-Lynn Griffiths, Wakefield Quin Limited
35 England & Wales
Greg Lascelles & Demica Kaur Nettleford, Hausfeld
51 France
Olivier Laude, Benoit Renard & Camille Rigaud, Laude & Associes
61 Germany
Matthias Schrader, Dr. Johannes Schmidt, Dr. Harry Nettlau & Svenja Wachtel, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
69 Guernsey
Robin Gist, Charlotte Tomlinson, Alison Antill & Glyn Davies, Ferbrache & Farrell LLP
76 Hong Kong
Paul Kwan & Andy Lam, Deacons
88 India
Shally Bhasin, Chaitanya Safaya, Prateek Gupta & Udbhav Nanda, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.
101 Italy
Alessandro Gravante & Rosanna Serraino, Giambrone & Partners - Studio Legale Associato
109 Japan
Koki Yanagisawa & Hiroyuki Ebisawa, Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu
118 Lithuania
Gediminas Dominas & Tomas Balciunas, WALLESS
126 Luxembourg
Clara Mara-Marhuenda & Sandrine Margetidis-Sigwalt, Arendt & Medernach
134 Mexico
Armando Arenas Reyes & Eduardo Arana Ramirez, OLIVARES
145 Philippines
Ramon G. Songco, Anthony W. Dee & Jewelle Ann Lou P. Santos, SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
154 Saudi Arabia
Omar Alrasheed, Reed Runnels, Walid Al-Khalaf & Nadir Hassan, Omar Alrasheed Law Firm
162 Slovakia
Jakub Kamenicky & Adriana Pavlovicova, Squire Patton Boggs
170 Slovenia
Rok Jerovsek, Peter Malis & Luka Jager, Jerovsek Malis Law Firm
181 Spain
Sonia Gumpert Melgosa & Michael Fries, Monereo Meyer Abogados
188 Switzerland
Sonja Stark-Traber & Andre Bloch, Suter Howald Attorneys at Law
197 Taiwan
Winona Chen, Shih-I Wu & Yu-June Tseng, Lee and Li Attorneys-at-Law
206 Thailand
Nathee Silacharoen, Sakolrat Srangsomwong, Chonlawat Rojanaparpal & Wanchana Bunditkritsada, Chandler Mori Hamada Limited
214 USA - Delaware
John A. Sensing, Carla M. Jones & Hannah L. Paxton, Potter Anderson & Corroon LLP
223 USA - New York
Chris Paparella, Justin Ben-Asher & Jennie Askew, Steptoe
233 USA - Virginia
Brian A. Hill & Scott M. Dinner, Nixon Peabody LLP
241 USA - Washington, D.C.
Brian A. Hill & Simon A. Poser, Nixon Peabody LLP