Arbitration
SLN #: 26523Course Prefix: LAW-701
Course Section: 001
Credit Hours: 2
Instructor(s): Meyerson
Course Books: View List of Books
Course Description:
As the use of alternative dispute resolution grows, arbitration is now a mainstream dispute resolution process. This course will examine the Federal Arbitration Act, as well as the Arizona Arbitration Act. 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 in contracts and agreements, 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: Numeric Grade and ONE-Time Pass Option is Available, or Letter Grade Only
Written Assignment: Yes
Graduation Writing Requirement: Yes*
Flexible/Upper-Level Writing Requirement: Yes*
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
Final Exam Given: Yes
Final Exam Type: In-Class - Completely Secure
Participation Points: Yes
Attendance Policy: Per Statement Of Student Policies
Additional Attendance Policy: Yes
* The law school has a policy that is used to calculate credit hours. Please see the Statement of Student Policies.