An Introduction To Dispute Resolution

First Published in Chambers and Partners Global Practice Guide.

This edition discusses Current Economic Conditions and Dispute Resolution Activity, Trends & Developments.

Current Economic Conditions

Bermuda is an international business hub and a popular offshore domicile and is impacted by global economic factors. A prime example is the current impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on both Bermuda's economy and Bermuda's legal sphere. The Government of Bermuda, like many other governments, is tasked with balancing the unexpected negative financial impact of Covid-19 with the desire to keep Bermuda "open for business". What this has meant for companies and attorneys representing those companies is the careful navigation of newly implemented virtual protocols for delivering documents and appearing in Court hearings via video link. Largely, the Government of Bermuda and the Courts have struck the right balance and we are confident in the ongoing operations of Bermuda's