The International Institute for Conflict Prevention and Resolution

has just published a comprehensive new protocol for document production and presentation of witness testimony in commercial arbitration.  The document covers electronic discovery, depositions, experts, and procedural options in each of these areas. Working groups were chaired by

Prof. Thomas J. Stipanowich

of

Pepperdine University

, and

Lawrence W. Newman

,

Baker & McKenzie, LLP

.  About two dozen CPR members worked on the document, including representatives of firms serving as outside counsel, corporate counsel, and scholars from leading academic institutions.

Known as the



CPR Protocol on Disclosure of Documents and Presentation of Witnesses in Commercial Arbitration



, this new resource has great promise in introducing efficiencies and standardization in areas that have proved vexing in organizing and administering complex arbitration proceedings.  

A copy will be permanently stored in the resource area of the firm’s website, and a PDF for download may be accessed




here




. 

We suggest that you circulate it liberally among your partners and associates.