Mediation & Arbitration

Dispute Resolution Overview

If informal dispute resolution fails, the parties may consider more formal methods, such as Mediation or Arbitration.

Mediation and Arbitration conducted under the Rules of the Society of Maritime Arbitrators (SMA) provide parties with a swift, efficient, and cost-effective means of resolving maritime and commercial disputes.

Drawing upon extensive experience in both mediation and arbitration proceedings, Olechem is well positioned to assist parties in selecting dispute-resolution strategies, and achieving practical and commercially sound outcomes.
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Typical disputes resolved include:

Demurrage and Detention claims
Bunker-related disputes
Burden of proof issues
Contract cancellation and termination disputes
Safe port and safe berth disputes
Cargo contamination, damage, and shortage claims

Select Unique Features of SMA Arbitration

Decisions Rendered by Commercial Industry Experts
Authority to award Attorney Fees, full or in part
Authority to award Pre-Award Security
Authority to issue Discovery Subpoenas
Authority to order Declaratory & Interim Relief
Emergency Hearings & Expedited Proceedings
Swift Initiation Process / Arbitrator Disclosure
No Appointment or Administrative Fees