New York Convention
UNCITRAL describes the Convention as a framework for recognizing arbitration agreements and foreign or non-domestic awards. It has 172 parties. Recognition is generally available, not automatic.
- Takes about 10 minutes to submit initial details
- Secure document upload
- Transparent fee calculation
- Neutral arbitrator review
- No obligation until your request is reviewed
02 / Founder & arbitrator
Built on law. Shaped for business.
Dr. Adam S. Dampc is a German Rechtsanwalt with more than ten years of legal experience. At Judial he serves as founder and arbitrator; he does not act as party counsel in Judial proceedings.
- Professional status
- Rechtsanwalt · RAK Karlsruhe
- Experience
- 10+ years in legal and commercial matters
- Focus
- International, corporate and B2B contract disputes
Why Judial?
Professional Arbitration
Each request is reviewed for procedural fit and potential conflicts before an independent arbitrator is appointed.
Fast & Efficient
Judial's standard timetable targets a decision within 4–5 weeks after the procedure begins. Complexity and party participation can extend it.
Secure & Confidential
Documents are submitted through a secure online workflow. Confidentiality and data-handling terms are set out before the procedure begins.
Business-Oriented
An invitation to arbitration is a sign of good faith, not hostility. It shows you value your partnership.
How It Works
Invite to Arbitration (1 Week)
One party initiates and the other receives a friendly invitation to resolve the dispute professionally, without court.
Case Submission (2 Weeks)
Both sides submit statements, documents, and evidence independently on our structured and fair platform.
Clarifications & Hearing
The arbitrator reviews the case, may ask follow-up questions, and can schedule an optional online meeting.
Decision (1 Week)
The standard timetable targets a decision within one week after clarification. Complex cases or delayed submissions may require more time.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden costs. The fee includes platform use, arbitrator remuneration, secure digital signature, and award issuance.
| Dispute Value | Judial Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Under €10,000 | €500 flat | Small Business Fast-Track Arbitration |
| €10,000 – €100,000 | 5% (max €3,000) | Balanced, affordable for SMEs |
| €100,000 – €1,000,000 | 2% (max €10,000) | For high-value commercial disputes |
| Over €1,000,000 | Custom offer | Enterprise & institutional arbitration |
Optional Add-Ons
Expedited Award (3 days)
+25%
Bilingual Award (EN/DE/PL)
+€400
Post-Award Mediation Session
+€300
Built for International Business
Multilingual Platform
Proceedings may use agreed languages so international parties can present their positions clearly.
Enforceable Awards
The New York Convention provides a recognition and enforcement framework across 172 parties. Enforcement remains subject to the award, national law, and court review.
Clear Legal Limits
Recognition is not automatic. The arbitration agreement, seat, applicable law, award, reservations, and refusal grounds all matter.
Who Judial Is For
Judial is designed for modern B2B companies, agencies, freelancers, and international traders who need a reliable, fast, and binding way to resolve commercial disputes without the prohibitive costs and delays of traditional litigation.
Whether you are dealing with unpaid cross-border invoices, complex software development contract disagreements, or unfulfilled service level agreements, our platform provides a neutral, expert-driven environment to reach a definitive resolution.
It is the ideal choice for businesses that value their time, want to protect their trade secrets through confidential proceedings, and prefer to preserve professional relationships by offering a constructive alternative to hostile court battles.
International Arbitration
Built for Cross-Border Business
Navigating international trade disputes can be incredibly complex due to differing legal systems, languages, and jurisdictions. Traditional state courts are often ill-equipped to handle cross-border disagreements efficiently, leading to prolonged uncertainty.
Judial provides a unified, neutral platform specifically engineered for international commerce. Our standardized online arbitration procedures bridge the gap between different legal frameworks, ensuring a fair, transparent, and streamlined process for all parties involved.
Before a matter proceeds, Judial reviews procedural fit and potential conflicts. The appointed arbitrator's role is neutral and separate from any party's legal advisers.
The 1958 New York Convention supplies a widely adopted framework for recognizing foreign and non-domestic arbitral awards. UNCITRAL lists 172 parties, but recognition and enforcement remain subject to the Convention, national law, court review, reservations, and refusal grounds.
Is Arbitration Right for Your Dispute?
Arbitration is a powerful tool for resolving commercial conflicts, but it's most effective when used in the right scenarios. Consider arbitration if your dispute involves:
Cross-border contracts where enforcing local court judgments would be difficult.
Technical or specialized industry disputes requiring an expert decision-maker.
Situations where maintaining confidentiality and protecting trade secrets is critical.
Partnerships you wish to preserve through a professional, less adversarial process.
Cases where time is of the essence and years of litigation are unacceptable.
If these apply to your situation, Judial's online arbitration platform offers the streamlined, enforceable solution you need.
The Cost of Waiting
Every month a dispute remains unresolved can consume management time, bind capital, and prolong financial uncertainty. Cross-border court proceedings may continue across multiple procedural stages and jurisdictions.
Institutional arbitration can require substantial advances on costs and professional fees. For mid-sized claims, businesses should compare those costs, the applicable rules, and the likely value of recovery before choosing a forum.
Judial offers a defined online procedure and a published fee structure. Its timetable is a procedural target rather than a guarantee, and the suitability of arbitration depends on the agreement, parties, dispute, and enforcement context.