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Stephanie L. Noble | Vinson & Elkins<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the beginning of 2020, arguing hearings and trying cases in a completely remote environment seemed like science fiction. Now, just a year later, courts and litigants have adapted to our new virtual litigation environment. While virtual jury trials are still few and far between, one trend has become quite active over the last few months: remote arbitration hearings<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a lot of ways, this development makes sense. Arbitration proceedings are more amenable to transitioning to a remote setting because there are typically fewer people involved \u2013 no court staff, no jury, no public participation. The parties also have increased level of control over the process and can agree to arrangements that make remote proceedings run even more smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While remote arbitration proceedings may have become more common, that does not mean they are without their challenges. Technical issues are inevitable, as are delays due to interruptions occurring in the various locations from which all of the participants are broadcasting, such as dogs barking, unwitting delivery drivers, and even the occasional curious toddler. But there are ways to set you and your team up for success at the outset and put your best foot forward in remote arbitrations. Below we have summarized a few of the challenges inherent in virtual hearings and provide some advice and best practices for your next remote arbitration hearing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Challenges inherent in virtual proceedings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n