Pros and Cons of Tiered Dispute Resolution Provisions

Tiered dispute resolution procedures, such as those provided by FIDIC Clause 20, are becoming increasingly common in construction and engineering projects.

Simon Hughes QC from Keating Chambers looks at the advantages they can offer as well as some of the potential pitfalls.

Topics include:

-- Tiered dispute resolution explained
-- Types of project where tiered procedures are common
-- Overview of FIDIC Clause 20
-- Advantages of using FIDIC Clause 20
-- Disadvantages of using FIDIC Clause 20
-- Inability to skip straight to arbitration or litigation
-- Tips for litigators faced with tiered procedures
-- Tips for drafting tiered dispute resolution provisions

You can watch the full-length version of this video here: https://uk.practicallaw.com/w-012-1011