{"id":17565,"date":"2024-09-25T14:24:26","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T12:24:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wagner-arbitration.com\/?p=17565"},"modified":"2025-02-19T13:35:20","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T11:35:20","slug":"arbitration-in-germany","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wagner-arbitration.com\/de\/2024\/09\/25\/arbitration-in-germany\/","title":{"rendered":"Arbitration in Germany"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW104973102 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104973102 BCX8\">Arbitration is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104973102 BCX8\">a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104973102 BCX8\"> popular method of dispute resolution, offering a private and efficient alternative to traditional court proceedings. This guide provides <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW104973102 BCX8\">an\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW104973102 BCX8\"> introduction<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104973102 BCX8\"> to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104973102 BCX8\"> arbitration, covering its definition, process, enforcement, costs, and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104973102 BCX8\">addressing some of its specificities in Germany<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104973102 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW104973102 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1. What is arbitration?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Arbitration is a method of resolving disputes outside of court, where the parties involved appoint one or more arbitrators to make a binding decision. The arbitrators\u2019 decision, known as the award, is final and enforceable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are two main types of arbitration:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ad-hoc arbitration<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: The parties and arbitrators manage the process themselves.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Institutional arbitration<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: An established institution with a set of rules and procedures oversees the process.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pros and cons of arbitration<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pros<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Confidentiality, flexibility, and typically faster resolution.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cons<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Potentially higher costs and lack of formal appeal mechanisms.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. What are the requirements to initiate an arbitration?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Parties can only proceed to arbitration if they have a prior agreement to do so. This agreement, often included as a clause in a contract, stipulates that any disputes arising from the contract will be resolved through arbitration rather than through the civil court system. This means that once parties agree to arbitration, they waive their right to take the dispute to a civil court.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p data-ccp-border-bottom=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-bottom=\"1.3333333333333333px\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Exemplary Arbitration Clauses:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259,&quot;335572071&quot;:4,&quot;335572072&quot;:1,&quot;335572073&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572075&quot;:4,&quot;335572076&quot;:4,&quot;335572077&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572079&quot;:4,&quot;335572080&quot;:1,&quot;335572081&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572083&quot;:4,&quot;335572084&quot;:4,&quot;335572085&quot;:4278190080,&quot;469789798&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789802&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789806&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789810&quot;:&quot;single&quot;}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-ccp-border-top=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-top=\"1.3333333333333333px\" data-ccp-border-bottom=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-bottom=\"1.3333333333333333px\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ICC Model Clause:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259,&quot;335572071&quot;:4,&quot;335572072&quot;:1,&quot;335572073&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572075&quot;:4,&quot;335572076&quot;:4,&quot;335572077&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572079&quot;:4,&quot;335572080&quot;:1,&quot;335572081&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572083&quot;:4,&quot;335572084&quot;:4,&quot;335572085&quot;:4278190080,&quot;469789798&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789802&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789806&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789810&quot;:&quot;single&quot;}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-ccp-border-top=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-top=\"1.3333333333333333px\" data-ccp-border-bottom=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-bottom=\"1.3333333333333333px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">All disputes arising out of or in co<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">nnection with the present contract shall be submitted to the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce and shall be finally settled under the Rules of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce by one or more arbitrators appointed in accordance with the said Rules. The seat of arbitration is [Berlin \/ Munich \/ Frankfurt \/ Hamburg \/ Cologne]. The language of arbitration shall be [language].<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-ccp-border-top=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-top=\"1.3333333333333333px\" data-ccp-border-bottom=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-bottom=\"1.3333333333333333px\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">DIS Model Clause:<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259,&quot;335572071&quot;:4,&quot;335572072&quot;:1,&quot;335572073&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572075&quot;:4,&quot;335572076&quot;:4,&quot;335572077&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572079&quot;:4,&quot;335572080&quot;:1,&quot;335572081&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572083&quot;:4,&quot;335572084&quot;:4,&quot;335572085&quot;:4278190080,&quot;469789798&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789802&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789806&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789810&quot;:&quot;single&quot;}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-ccp-border-top=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-top=\"1.3333333333333333px\" data-ccp-border-bottom=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-bottom=\"1.3333333333333333px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(1) All disputes arising out of or in connection with this<\/span> contract<span data-contrast=\"auto\"> or its validity shall be finally settled in accordance with the Arbitration Rules of the German Arbitration Institute (DIS) without recourse to the ordinary courts of law.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259,&quot;335572071&quot;:4,&quot;335572072&quot;:1,&quot;335572073&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572075&quot;:4,&quot;335572076&quot;:4,&quot;335572077&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572079&quot;:4,&quot;335572080&quot;:1,&quot;335572081&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572083&quot;:4,&quot;335572084&quot;:4,&quot;335572085&quot;:4278190080,&quot;469789798&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789802&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789806&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789810&quot;:&quot;single&quot;}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-ccp-border-top=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-top=\"1.3333333333333333px\" data-ccp-border-bottom=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-bottom=\"1.3333333333333333px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(2) The arbitral tribunal shall be comprised of [a sole arbitrator<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\/<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fthree members].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259,&quot;335572071&quot;:4,&quot;335572072&quot;:1,&quot;335572073&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572075&quot;:4,&quot;335572076&quot;:4,&quot;335572077&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572079&quot;:4,&quot;335572080&quot;:1,&quot;335572081&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572083&quot;:4,&quot;335572084&quot;:4,&quot;335572085&quot;:4278190080,&quot;469789798&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789802&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789806&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789810&quot;:&quot;single&quot;}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-ccp-border-top=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-top=\"1.3333333333333333px\" data-ccp-border-bottom=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-bottom=\"1.3333333333333333px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(3) The seat of the arbitration is [Berlin \/ Munich \/ Frankfurt \/ Hamburg \/ Cologne].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259,&quot;335572071&quot;:4,&quot;335572072&quot;:1,&quot;335572073&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572075&quot;:4,&quot;335572076&quot;:4,&quot;335572077&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572079&quot;:4,&quot;335572080&quot;:1,&quot;335572081&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572083&quot;:4,&quot;335572084&quot;:4,&quot;335572085&quot;:4278190080,&quot;469789798&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789802&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789806&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789810&quot;:&quot;single&quot;}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-ccp-border-top=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-top=\"1.3333333333333333px\" data-ccp-border-bottom=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-bottom=\"1.3333333333333333px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(4) The language of the arbitration shall be [<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">please enter language of the arbitration<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259,&quot;335572071&quot;:4,&quot;335572072&quot;:1,&quot;335572073&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572075&quot;:4,&quot;335572076&quot;:4,&quot;335572077&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572079&quot;:4,&quot;335572080&quot;:1,&quot;335572081&quot;:4278190080,&quot;335572083&quot;:4,&quot;335572084&quot;:4,&quot;335572085&quot;:4278190080,&quot;469789798&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789802&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789806&quot;:&quot;single&quot;,&quot;469789810&quot;:&quot;single&quot;}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-ccp-border-top=\"0.6666666666666666px solid #000000\" data-ccp-padding-top=\"1.3333333333333333px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(5) The rules of law applicable to the merits shall be [<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">please enter law or rules of law<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">].<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3. How does arbitration work?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The arbitration process typically follows the following steps:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-dominant-color=\"f9f9f9\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #f9f9f9;\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"not-transparent alignnone wp-image-17568\" src=\"https:\/\/wagner-arbitration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Course-of-proceedings-300x153.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"753\" height=\"384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wagner-arbitration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Course-of-proceedings-300x153.webp 300w, https:\/\/wagner-arbitration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Course-of-proceedings-768x392.webp 768w, https:\/\/wagner-arbitration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Course-of-proceedings-jpg.webp 1018w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 753px) 100vw, 753px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Request for arbitration<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">The claimant initiates the arbitration by outlining the issues in dispute.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Registration of the claim<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">The arbitration institution acknowledges receipt of the request and registers the claim, ensuring it complies with procedural requirements and assigning a case number.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Answer to request for arbitration<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">The respondent submits an answer to the request, stating their position on the issues raised and potentially including any counterclaims.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Constitution of the tribunal<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Each party appoints one co-arbitrator, and the co-arbitrators nominate the presiding arbitrator.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Case management conference<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: A conference is held to agree on basic terms, the course of the proceeding, and the procedural calendar.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Document production<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Although not standard in Germany, parties may sometimes request each other to produce relevant documents. The tribunal makes a ruling the documents to be produced.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Written submissions<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Parties submit their arguments in writing, including all the relevant evidence.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hearing<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">The tribunal conducts a hearing to take evidence, which can range from one day to several weeks depending on the complexity of the case.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Post-hearing briefs and cost submissions<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Parties often submit further written arguments and statements of their costs after the hearing.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Award<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: The tribunal delivers its decision in the form of an award.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">4. How can awards be enforced?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Arbitral awards can be enforced under the New York Convention, to which Germany and 171 other States are signatories. This international treaty ensures the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards by the courts of the signatory states.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Under German law, the enforcement (and annulment) of arbitral awards is governed by Sec. 1059-1065 of the German Civil Code (<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Zivilprozessordnung<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">; ZPO).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">5. How expensive is arbitration?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The costs of arbitration can vary widely, depending on factors such as the complexity of the case and the institution administering the arbitration. Arbitration tends to be more expensive than a single instance of court litigation but cheaper compared to multiple instances of litigation. It is also typically faster.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While tribunals enjoy wide discretion as to the allocation of costs, costs in German proceedings typically \u201cfollow the event\u201d, i.e. the winner takes it all (see, e.g. Art. 33 (3) of the 2018 DIS Rules). This means that a successful party can usually claim its legal costs and expenses from its opponent.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6. What is special about arbitration in Germany?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Arbitration proceedings in Germany are governed by the German Arbitration Act (contained in the 10th book of the German Civil Code, Sec. 1025 et seqq.). While the German Arbitration Act stipulates only a few mandatory rules, it can be observed that German practitioners (both counsel and arbitrators) tend to conduct arbitration proceedings similarly to German court proceedings. Despite many differences, arbitration proceedings in Germany tend to apply similar pleading standards as in civil procedure, avoid document production, and leave the tribunal primarily in charge of taking evidence (including questioning witnesses). Consequently, it is usually recommendable to be represented by counsel who are familiar with the ins and outs of German proceedings.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In Germany, arbitrations are primarily administered by the German Institution of Arbitration (DIS) or the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). Other institutions like the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce (SCC), the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC), the Swiss Arbitration Centre and the Vienna International Arbitral Centre (VIAC) are also used. Additionally, many regional chambers of commerce (Industrie- und Handelskammer) offer their services as arbitration institutions on a regional level. Arbitration in Germany is known for its reliability and efficiency, making it an attractive option for international clients with connections to Germany.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We hope this blog post has provided you with a useful overview of the main features and benefits of arbitration in Germany. If you have any questions or need assistance regarding arbitration, please do not hesitate to <\/span><a href=\"mailto:ciao@wagner-arbitration.com\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">contact us<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u202f\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For more information about our arbitration experience, please visit our <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wagner-arbitration.com\/services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">website<\/a>.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arbitration is a popular method of dispute resolution, offering a private and efficient alternative to traditional court proceedings. 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