MANDATORY COMMERCIAL ARBITRATION IN LAW DIVISION: PARTIES BEWARE!
Jennifer Burt Tee • August 18, 2017
As of October 1, 2016, Mandatory Arbitration is now required for commercial cases assigned to the Commercial Calendar Section of the Law Division. There are various requirements for ensuring your arbitration is successful. Attorney Jennifer Burt Tee explains the commercial arbitration process.
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