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Alternative Dispute ResolutionLitigation

This program examines the scope, jurisdiction, and exceptions to the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA), with a focus on its significant impact on the resolution of civil disputes. Participants will explore the broad interpretation of the FAA by federal courts, the enforceability of arbitration agreements, and the circumstances under which disputes may be resolved through arbitration rather than traditional litigation.

The course will address the legal framework governing arbitration, including the respective roles of courts and arbitrators in determining arbitrability, as well as statutory and judicial limitations on the enforcement of arbitration agreements.

Through an analysis of relevant statutory provisions, judicial decisions, and practical considerations, attendees will gain a better understanding of how the FAA has reshaped the American litigation landscape. The program will also examine comparisons between arbitration practices in the United States and dispute resolution procedures in Europe.

Attorneys will learn to evaluate the strategic advantages and disadvantages of arbitration versus trial, identify potential challenges to arbitration agreements, and make informed recommendations regarding the most appropriate forum for resolving client disputes.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:

- Identify the scope, jurisdictional requirements, and statutory exceptions of the Federal Arbitration Act.

- Analyze how federal courts interpret and enforce arbitration agreements and determine whether disputes are subject to arbitration.

- Recognize circumstances in which arbitration agreements may be challenged or deemed unenforceable.

- Evaluate the legal and practical advantages and disadvantages of arbitration compared with traditional courtroom litigation.

- Examine the impact of the FAA on civil litigation and compare key aspects of American arbitration practices with European dispute resolution procedures.

- Apply relevant legal principles when advising clients on arbitration provisions, forum selection, and dispute resolution strategies.

Presenter Bio :

Mr. Rieders is a partner in the Williamsport law firm of Rieders, Travis, Dohrmann, Mowrey, Humphrey & Waters. He graduated in 1970 with a Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, Coat of Arms Society and Academic Scholarships from New York University and received his Juris Doctor from Georgetown University in 1973. In Washington D. C. he worked for the Maritime Administration, U.S. Dept. of Commerce and for defense counsel Henry Rothblatt in the celebrated Watergate case. He served as a law clerk to the Honorable Malcolm Muir, United States District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania. His areas of expertise include medical malpractice, personal injury actions, constitutional law and civil rights issues, commercial cases, class actions, complex litigation, and federal law issues. Professional and/or Community Service Activities include serving as Past President of the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, now called the Pennsylvania Association for Justice; Pennsylvania Bar Association, Past-Chair of the Amicus Curiae Committee, current member of the Political Action Committee and Chairperson of the Pennsylvania Bar Association Health Care Law Committee; Association of Trial Lawyers of America, now called American Association for Justice; Federal Bar Association, Past President of the Central Pennsylvania Chapter; American Law Institute, Consultative Group on Products Liability Restatement of Torts Third, Products Liability, General Torts and Apportionment of Liability projects; Emotional Distress and others.

This live webinar is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit.

NOTE: CPE/CLE credit for attendees are subject to participation and approval by the governing boards.

NASBA CPE ACCREDITATION INFORMATION
Learning Level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: None
Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
Delivery Method: Group Program

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