Dispute Clauses After J.P. Thomson: Court or Arbitrator?

Discover the critical nuances of dispute clauses in commercial litigation with "Dispute Clauses After J.P. Thomson: Court or Arbitrator?". This course, led by seasoned litigator Eli Mogul, explores the evolving landscape of arbitration clause disputes in Ontario, particularly in the wake of the pivotal J.P. Thomson case.

Gain essential insights into:

• The current trends and challenges in arbitration and multi-stage dispute resolution clauses.
• Key sectors prone to these disputes and the common pitfalls in drafting such clauses.
• The implications of the J.P. Thomson case for contractual interpretation and enforceability, including the critical distinction between "deadline" and "threshold" interpretations.
• The principle of "competence-competence" and its application under Ontario's Arbitration Act.
• Strategic drafting techniques for clear, enforceable, and commercially reasonable dispute resolution clauses.

Target Audience:

• Commercial litigators and arbitration counsel
• In-house legal teams for construction, procurement, and long-term contract management
• Contract drafting lawyers and corporate counsel
• Dispute resolution specialists and mediators
• General counsel responsible for multi-tiered resolution clauses