John Desmond, Alexis Taitel, and Alice Samberg co-authored the “Trends & Developments” article in the USA 2026 Dispute Resolution Practice Guide by Chambers & Partners.

This article examines the role of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in the United States, with a particular focus on arbitration and the enforcement of arbitral awards. It compares mediation and arbitration as alternatives to traditional litigation, outlining their procedures, advantages, and practical applications. The article also explains the legal distinction between court judgments and arbitration awards, detailing the process by which arbitration awards must be confirmed by a court before they become enforceable. In addition, it reviews the federal and state legal frameworks governing arbitration, the limited grounds for challenging arbitral awards, and key considerations for parties and counsel when drafting, enforcing, or disputing arbitration agreements and awards. Read the full article here.