Enforcement of a cross-border mediated settlement requires a written agreement, an international commercial dispute and a check of the Convention's scope, exclusions and status in each relevant state.
Which settlements may qualify?
The Singapore Convention provides a framework for written international commercial settlements resulting from mediation. Consumer, family, inheritance and employment matters, and certain settlements enforceable as judgments or arbitral awards, may fall outside its scope.
Documents for an application
Prepare the signed settlement and evidence that it resulted from mediation, such as the mediator's signature or an institutional confirmation. Electronic integrity, translation and authentication requirements depend on the procedure in the enforcing state.
Limited grounds for refusal
Capacity, invalidity, lack of binding effect, unclear or already performed obligations and serious mediator misconduct can be relevant. Public policy and whether the dispute can be settled by mediation are assessed under the law of the enforcing state.
Plan enforcement when drafting
State the countries of performance, currency, delivery and payment dates, default consequences and competent authority. Before filing, verify ratification, entry into force and reservations for every relevant state from official sources.
Relevant legislation and official sources
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Related practice areasInternational Arbitration and Cross-Border Disputes