Reading Time: 2 minutesAsia Law Network would like to extend its heartiest congratulations to Mr Ban Jiun Ean on his new role, at the Singapore Mediation Centre (SMC) as their new Executive Director. Mr Ban will succeed Mr Loong Seng Onn, who has assumed the role since SMC’s inception in 1997. Mr Ban was formerly a policymaker at […]
How to choose a mediator?
Reading Time: 6 minutesMediation – an alternative to Court litigation that is gaining traction When a serious dispute arises, the common response is to instruct lawyers immediately and to take the battle straightaway into the Courtroom. This may be the preference of many who have no faith that the dispute can be resolved. In recent times however, disputants […]
5 Tips when Considering Dispute Resolution Clauses
Reading Time: 4 minutesLike newlyweds, disputes are typically far from the minds of commercial parties at the time of brokering a deal. Excitement about the commercial possibilities typically overshadow any concerns that disputes might arise in the future. Inexperienced commercial parties often leave dispute resolution clauses to the last minute when negotiating a contract and accept without thought […]
What to do when conflicts arise between business partners
Reading Time: 6 minutesBusiness partner conflicts are common Conflicts between business partners aren’t uncommon. While most disagreements are typically quickly resolved with some discussion, there are some more serious disagreements that can threaten the partnership and therefore the whole business. These disagreements can potentially stall or damage the business. There are many reasons why conflicts arise between business […]