SCC: No, the legal seat is not a special throne where the arbitrator sits, but rather a very important decision for parties to make. If...

Published on August 20, 2024
No, the legal seat is not a special throne where the arbitrator sits, but rather a very important decision for parties to make. If you have more questions regarding arbitration seats, we might have an answer for you in our FAQ section that you will find here: https://lnkd.in/efuXv_Ha
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