Digging deeper: Insights from mining arbitration experts
- International arbitration
Global mining companies often face unique challenges related to geopolitical uncertainty, resource nationalism and economic protectionism and a high number of related disputes are inevitable. These arbitrations involve significant damage claims due to the size and scale of mining operations abroad. To advance their claims, many claimants have turned to arbitration finance.
In this webcast, panelists will explore:
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Current challenges and opportunities in the mining and metals sector
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Key disputes facing the industry and the role of international arbitration
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The approaches of tribunals in mining arbitrations to valuing damages, including the percentage of damages claimed versus awarded
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Why arbitration finance is particularly attractive for claimants in mining disputes, both pre-filing and post-award
The webcast will take place on June 10 at 10:00AM EDT | 3:00PM BST.
Speakers
Jeffery Commission
Director, Burford Capital
Jeffery Commission is a Director with responsibility for assessing and underwriting legal risk as part of Burford’s investment team, focusing on investor-state and international commercial arbitration.
