I- ARBITRATION
Training and membership
Two routes are available to join ICArb; either by enrolling formation programs or by passing direct assessments. Participants benefit from free membership in the first route, as listed below.
ICArb offers formation programs in arbitration. Three levels are available online and in-person.
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Route I:
I- Co- Arbitrator Program: This is a local arbitration training program, that typically covers the basics of arbitration, focusing on procedural aspects, law, and techniques applicable within a specific jurisdiction. This program commonly involves introductory courses on understanding local arbitration laws and regulations. Participants also learn about drafting arbitration agreements, selecting arbitrators, conducting hearings, drafting the arbitral award and enforcing arbitration awards within the local legal system.
Duration: 48 hours ( two modules) during 4 months, one session a week – or during 2+ months, two sessions weekly – plus open discussion online.
Prerequisite: Bachelor degree
. Fees: 1,800$.
Upon completion, participants undergo two-year internship at ICArb with no additional costs, and are listed to act as co-arbitrators at ICArb for five years.
II- Arbitrator Program: This is an international commercial arbitration training program, that delves into the complexities of resolving cross-border disputes and mastering the rules of international arbitration institutions like the ICC, LCIA, and ICSID. Participants in these programs are introduced to the principles of private international law, the New York Convention, and UNCITRAL Model Law. They also gain practical skills in handling complex multi-jurisdictional disputes, drafting arbitral awards, and managing cultural and language differences in international arbitration proceedings.
Duration: 80 hours during 9 months, one session a week, or during 5 months, two sessions weekly- Plus open online discussions.
Prerequisite: Master degree, or 40+ hr arbitration course at accredited college.
Fees: 4,800$.
Upon completion, participants are listed as arbitrators at ICArb for eight years with no additional costs.
III- Ad Hoc Arbitrator Certification Program
Overview
The Ad Hoc Arbitrator Certification Program is designed to prepare participants to serve as arbitrators in ad hoc arbitration proceedings, where parties appoint an arbitrator independently rather than through a permanent arbitral institution.
The program provides a practical understanding of arbitration under Lebanese law, together with an introduction to regional and international arbitration principles and procedures. It focuses on the legal framework, procedural management, ethics, drafting of awards, and the practical conduct of arbitration proceedings without providing an in-depth study of institutional arbitration rules.
The program is suitable for professionals from various disciplines whose expertise may be valuable in resolving commercial, civil, engineering, construction, financial, employment, maritime, insurance, real estate, family business, and other specialized disputes.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:
- Understand the legal framework governing arbitration under Lebanese law.
- Distinguish between ad hoc and institutional arbitration.
- Conduct arbitration proceedings in accordance with the principles of due process.
- Organize procedural meetings and hearings.
- Draft procedural orders and arbitral awards.
- Apply the principles of independence, impartiality, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
- Understand the basic framework of regional and international arbitration procedures.
Program Structure
- Duration: 45 Training Hours
- Delivery: Online, In-Person, or Hybrid
- Language: Arabic (with English legal terminology where appropriate)
Admission Requirements
Applicants must satisfy one of the following:
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent); or
- Possess at least 15 years of professional experience in any field that may become the subject of legal or commercial disputes.
Examples include law, engineering, architecture, accounting, finance, banking, insurance, construction, healthcare, information technology, education, public administration, business, and other professional sectors.
Assessment & Certification
Participants who successfully complete all program requirements will be awarded the designation:
Certified Ad Hoc Arbitrator (CAHA)
issued by the International Council (ICArb).
Appointment Opportunities
Successful completion of this program demonstrates that the participant has acquired the knowledge and practical competencies expected of an ad hoc arbitrator.
Graduates may be considered for appointment as ad hoc arbitrators by parties, counsel, courts, governmental authorities, companies, or other appointing bodies, subject to the applicable laws, arbitration agreements, and appointment criteria.
Completion of this program does not constitute a governmental license, judicial appointment, or automatic appointment to any arbitration case.
Relationship to the ICArb Panel of Arbitrators
This certification is independent from membership on the ICArb Panel of Arbitrators.
Graduates of this program are not automatically listed as ICArb Panel Arbitrators. Admission to the ICArb Panel is governed by separate eligibility criteria, professional experience requirements, ethical review, and the applicable ICArb membership and appointment policies.
However, the 45 training hours completed in this program are fully transferable and recognized toward ICArb’s panel qualification requirements. Applicants who subsequently satisfy all other applicable conditions may apply separately for admission to the ICArb Panel of Arbitrators without repeating the training hours.
Tuition Fee
USD 900
The tuition includes:
Digital Certificate of Completion
45 hours of professional training
Digital training materials
Assessment
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