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Fortior Law is a boutique practice based in Geneva, Switzerland, focusing on English law mostly in t

27/05/2026

Chapter 3 of Fortior Law’s Arbitration Guide is now available.

Our new chapter explores the role of the Case Management Conference (CMC) in international arbitration - from procedural strategy and document production to bifurcation, hearing arrangements, and procedural orders.

The chapter explains why the CMC is one of the most important stages of arbitration and how effective case management can reduce costs, avoid delays, and shape the outcome of the proceedings.

Read the full chapter here: https://fortiorlaw.com/news/case-management-conference-in-international-arbitration/

25/05/2026

Fortior Law's Shipping Guide series continues with Chapter 2: The Main Shipping Contracts Used in Commodity Trading

A single cargo movement may sit on a stack of contracts - sale, charterparty, bill of lading, insurance and bank documents.

Understanding what commercial job each contract does is the starting point for getting the structure right.

This chapter explains:
• voyage charters, time charters and contracts of affreightment - and when each one fits;
• bills of lading as the document connecting carriage with sale, finance and delivery;
• sea waybills, ship's delivery orders and multimodal transport documents; and
• the four questions that usually decide the right commercial choice.

Read the full chapter here: https://fortiorlaw.com/news/the-main-shipping-contracts-used-in-commodity-trading/

24/05/2026

On 22 May, Galyna Carey delivered a lecture for a group of lawyers from Kazakhstan on the topic “Interim Measures in International Disputes: Freezing Orders and Their Significance for Kazakh Judicial Practice”.

The lecture focused on the role of freezing orders in international commercial disputes, the principles applied by English courts when granting asset preservation measures, and the growing practical relevance of such remedies for cross-border litigation involving Kazakhstan.

The event was held as part of the long-standing collaboration with Global Case, BrKLA and BKS.

We thank all participants for the engaging discussion.

19/05/2026

We are pleased to share Chapter 2 of our Arbitration Guide.

This chapter focuses on one of the most important procedural stages in arbitration: how to properly commence arbitral proceedings and avoid mistakes that may jeopardise the claim from the outset.

The chapter covers:
• the importance of carefully reviewing the arbitration clause and applicable arbitration rules;
• pre-arbitration requirements, including negotiation and mediation clauses;
• procedural issues related to the constitution of the tribunal;
• the role of the seat of arbitration and its legal implications;
• differences between institutional rules such as LCIA and SCC regarding commencement of arbitration;
• the essential elements of a Request or Notice of Arbitration;
• practical considerations concerning deadlines, service, and preservation of procedural rights.

The guide also explains how a properly drafted Notice of Arbitration can help establish the procedural and strategic foundation for the entire case.

A useful practical overview for parties, in-house counsel, and arbitration practitioners dealing with cross-border disputes.

Read the Second Chapter here: https://fortiorlaw.com/news/commencement-of-arbitration/

13/05/2026

Fortior Law is launching the Shipping Guide series - a practical publication dedicated to the legal and commercial issues that shape international trade and shipping.

Chapter 1: Why English Shipping Law Matters for International Traders

Because in global trade, predictability matters as much as the cargo itself.

English shipping law remains the dominant legal framework for international trade and maritime contracts. Charterparties, bills of lading, marine insurance, sale contracts and arbitration clauses across the world are still overwhelmingly governed by English law.

For traders, shipowners, charterers and banks, English law offers:
- strong protection of contractual bargains;
- effective interim remedies, including freezing injunctions and disclosure orders;
- a sophisticated framework for bills of lading and documentary trade; and
- access to London’s world-leading dispute resolution infrastructure.

Read the full chapter here:https://fortiorlaw.com/news/why-english-shipping-law-matters-for-international-traders/

09/05/2026

Fortior Law invites you to participate in an online webinar

Date: 18 May 2026
Time: 15:00 СЕТ | 16:00 (Kyiv time)

Topic: “Authority Under English Law: When Is The Contract Validly Concluded?”

The session will be delivered by Viacheslav Solodenko and Dmitry Zagorodnyuk, who will provide practical insights and guidance drawn from their experience in international commercial disputes.

🎯 Key Topics to be Covered:

• What constitutes actual (express and implied) and apparent authority;
• Why self-representation and negotiation activity are not sufficient;
• How failures to verify authority weaken a party's position;
• When employees or brokers cannot bind the company;
• How tribunals assess communications, roles, and conduct in practice;
• Practical steps to verify authority and reduce contractual risk.

Participation is free of charge. To register, please visit the website: https://webinar4.fortiorlaw.com/

We look forward to welcoming you and sharing practical insights on safeguarding commercial interests in international contracts.

08/05/2026

FOSFA arbitration is designed to produce final and commercially practical outcomes. But English law still allows limited routes for challenging or appealing FOSFA awards before the High Court - and those routes are far narrower than many parties expect.

Our latest article examines how sections 67, 68 and 69 of the Arbitration Act operate in the FOSFA context, including:
– challenges to jurisdiction and the existence of an arbitration agreement;
– serious irregularity applications and procedural fairness;
– appeals on points of English law arising out of FOSFA awards;
– the role of the FOSFA Board of Appeal and the strict timing rules under section 70;
– the practical impact of the Arbitration Act 2025 reforms.

The article also explains why procedural discipline, preservation of objections and correct identification of the statutory route are often just as important as the merits themselves.

Read the full article here:https://fortiorlaw.com/news/appeals-and-challenges-from-fosfa-awards-to-the-high-court-after-the-arbitration-act-2025/).

08/05/2026

Fortior Law is proud to sponsor GrainCom 2026 in Geneva.

We are looking forward to meeting our clients, colleagues, and friends from the commodities and shipping industries at our stand during the conference on 11-13 May.

Fortior Law will be represented by Vitaliy Kozachenko, Dmitry Zagorodnyuk, and Yelyzaveta Holovan.

If you are attending GrainCom, we would be delighted to see you there.

27/04/2026

In modern international trade, contracts are rarely negotiated in boardrooms. They are shaped through emails, WhatsApp messages, and broker communications. But speed and informality come at a cost: uncertainty about authority.

Our latest article explores a critical question: can a company be bound by someone who was never formally authorised?

We break down the legal framework under English law, focusing on:
– the distinction between actual and apparent authority;
– the role of brokers and employees in negotiations;
– when reliance on representations becomes legally relevant;
– how informal confirmations may (or may not) create binding obligations.

Through practical case studies, we show how easily commercial parties misinterpret negotiations - and how costly that mistake can be.

Read the full article here:https://fortiorlaw.com/news/authority-or-has-your-contract-actually-been-concluded/)

21/04/2026

The article provides a detailed overview of the legal framework governing such challenges under the Arbitration Act 1996, taking into account the recent amendments introduced by the Arbitration Act 2025.

In particular, the article examines:
– the statutory routes of recourse (sections 67, 68 and 69),
– the approach of the English courts as reflected in recent case law,
– the grounds most commonly relied upon in practice,
– and the key procedural requirements, including time limits and exhaustion of remedies.

The publication is intended as a practical reference for traders, in-house counsel and legal practitioners involved in GAFTA arbitration.

Read the full article here: https://fortiorlaw.com/news/appeals-and-challenges-from-the-gafta-awards-to-the-high-court-after-the-arbitration-act-2025/

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