An overview of the Egyptian judicial system

Disputes Yearbook 2024

Shalakany focus on dispute resolution mechanisms in Egypt

Overview of the Egyptian legal system The Egyptian legal system is a civil law system influenced by the Napoleonic code. The Egyptian legal system constitutes a source of influence to other laws in the MENA region. When regulating civil and commercial transactions, the Egyptian legislator left some room for the parties to regulate their own …

Perspectives: Kate Davies KC

Disputes Yearbook 2024

‘I found my calling and the rest is history’ – Skadden’s Kate Davies KC on dressage, taking calls on the loo, and why disputes lawyers need a sense of humour

I didn’t really decide to be a lawyer, the law chose me. I went to a wedding and sat next to a very nice man. He turned out to be a partner in a law firm and we talked career options all night. He gave me his business card and said to call him. I …

Firm profile: Villaraza & Angangco

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South Korea’s take on international mediation: The next steps going forward

Disputes Yearbook 2024

Yulchon LLC’s insight on the Korean Commercial Arbitration Board’s international mediation rules

Among its many endeavours in arduously promoting its many capabilities and qualifications in becoming the next hub for international dispute resolution in North-East Asia, as of 1 January 2024, the Korean Commercial Arbitration Board (KCAB) enacted and enforced its own International Mediation Rules (KCAB Rules or the Rules) with the help of Yulchon’s international dispute …