What is UNIONE™?
UNIONE™ is an international arbitration and dispute resolution institution that provides a complete system for managing cross-border commercial disputes - from prevention through to enforcement.
Unlike traditional institutions that only engage when a dispute has already escalated, UNIONE™ treats the entire lifecycle of a commercial dispute as a single institutional problem, offering support at every stage.
The UNIONE™ System - Four Stages
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Stage 01
Prevention
Before a dispute arises. Contract review, dispute risk assessment, and Standing Neutral appointment - embedded from the contract stage.
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Stage 02
Structured Resolution
Mediation, neutral evaluation, and structured negotiation within a defined 21-day window - without waiving arbitration rights.
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Stage 03
Arbitration
Binding international arbitration under UNIONE™ Rules v3.0 - three procedure tracks for different dispute sizes.
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Stage 04
Enforcement (ERR)
Enforcement Readiness Review before award issuance - every award comes with an Enforceability Certificate.
The Three Procedure Tracks
Every UNIONE™ arbitration is assigned to one of three procedure tracks, determined by the dispute value and complexity.
| Track | Best For | Tribunal | Timeline | Typical Fees |
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| SME Access Protocol | Disputes under USD 2M | Sole arbitrator | 60 days | USD 3,500-15,000 |
| Standard Track | Disputes USD 2M-15M | Sole or 3-member | 180 days | USD 18,000-80,000 |
| Complex Track | Disputes over USD 15M | 3-member tribunal | 240 days | USD 60,000-350,000+ |
How to Start a Case
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File Online
Submit your Notice of Arbitration through the UNIONE™ online filing portal. Acknowledged within 24 hours.
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Structured Resolution First
Attempt mediation before arbitration - without waiving your arbitration rights.
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Emergency Arbitrator
Need urgent interim relief? Emergency Arbitrator appointed within 48 hours.
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Contact Secretariat
Free pre-filing consultation available. Response within one business day.
The ERR Explained
The Enforcement Readiness Review (ERR) is UNIONE™'s signature feature - no other institution offers this. Before any award is finalised, UNIONE™'s Award Review Committee examines the draft award for enforceability risks.
🟢 High Enforceability - Well-suited for enforcement in all identified jurisdictions (68% of awards).
🟡 Standard Enforceability - Enforceable with standard New York Convention proceedings.
🔵 Jurisdiction-Specific - Specific guidance provided for flagged jurisdictions.
Common Questions
Does the Prevention Stage delay arbitration?
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No. The Prevention Stage and Structured Resolution Stage are optional unless agreed in the clause. The 21-day window is fixed and does not extend arbitration timelines.
Is the Enforceability Certificate legally binding?
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No. It is an institutional assessment, not a legal determination. Its value is practical - giving parties a pre-issuance assessment of enforcement risks.
Can we use UNIONE™ without a UNIONE™ clause?
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Yes - if both parties agree. UNIONE™ accepts cases by submission agreement after the dispute has arisen.
What languages can arbitrations be conducted in?
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Any language agreed by the parties. English is default. UNIONE™ has panel members in 60+ languages.
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