Arbitration

SLN #: 36353
Course Prefix: LAW-701
Course Section: 1001
Credit Hours: 2
Instructor(s): Meyerson
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Course Description:
As the use of alternative dispute resolution has increased dramatically, arbitration has become a mainstream dispute resolution process. This course will examine the Federal Arbitration Act, as well as Arizona’s two arbitration laws. Special segments will be devoted to labor, international, and securities arbitration. The course will highlight key stages in the arbitration process and post-hearing procedures to vacate and enforce arbitration awards. Important policy issues in arbitration will also be discussed. The course will also offer practical learning opportunities such as drafting arbitration clauses, and participation in a simulated arbitration hearing with real attorneys presenting arguments for the students to rule upon.

Additional Information:
Credit Hours: 2
Grading Option: Letter Grade Only
Graduation Writing Requirement: Yes, With Instructor's Approval*
Flexible/Upper-Level Writing Requirement: Yes, With Instructor's Approval*
Skills Requirement: No
Simulation Course: No
Note: Only one of the above listed requirements can be fulfilled with this course.
Experiential Learning: No
Seminar: No
Special Withdrawal Course: No
Limited Enrollment Number: 25
Final Exam Given: Yes
Final Exam Type: In-Class - Completely Secure
Attendance Policy: Per Statement Of Student Policies
Teaching Method: In Person

* The law school has a policy that is used to calculate credit hours. Please see the Statement of Student Policies.