by Sima Ghaffari March 8, 2022

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International Women’s Day 2022: BREAK THE BIAS

Imagine a gender-equal world; A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination; A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive; A world where difference is valued and celebrated Together we can forge women's equality; Collectively we can all Break The Bias. This is the 2022 slogan of International Women's Day. But what are the historical backgrounds of this day? What are legal instruments in support of this day? Also if you are interested in Gender Bias in legal professions, read ...

by Sima Ghaffari June 11, 2020

Criminal Law , General

Let Everyone Breathe: Legal Insights on Racism

"Please, I can't breathe!" These eight minutes and 46 seconds… We all heard the heartbreaking event. We all watched that video and our social media streams are flooded with a discussion of the tragic death of George Floyd. It is shocking, but not surprising. Have you ever thought that it could have been you? It could have been your family or your friends? Legal Insights on Racism A racial group is defined ...

by Sima Ghaffari May 25, 2020

A Legamart lawyer presenting their views on double requirements of Arbitrators

Arbitration and Dispute Resolution

Double Requirements of Arbitrators under the Arbitration Act 1996

Table of ContentsIntroductionConcepts of Independence and ImpartialityDefinition of the standardsEnsuring the standardsThe Impact of the IBA Guideline on Conflict of Interest of ArbitratorsStandards of independence and impartiality under English lawConcluding Remarks Introduction The independence and impartiality of the judges and arbitrators are recognized in all legal systems today. In the context of arbitration, the arbitrators’ neutrality is even more important since the arbitrators can be challenged by the parties if they do ...