Arbitration After the Bench: Reflections from Former Justices Turned Arbitrators
Presented by the CBA Alberta Alternative Dispute Resolution (South) Section
This presentation on arbitration moves beyond a technical discussion of arbitration, and provides a rare opportunity to hear directly from two former justices about how decision-making changes from the bench to private dispute resolution.
We will explore how advocates can better present a case to an arbitrator versus a judge; what effective case management looks like from the decision-maker's perspective; and the strategic advantages and limitations of arbitraiton in today's litigation environment.
The Decision-Maker:
- How arbitration differs in practice from adjudication on the bench
- Procedural design and flexibility
- How arbitration advocacy should differ from courtroom advocacy
- Approaches to award writing and decision-making
The Process Reformer:
- The arbitrator’s role in effective case management and counsel/party management
- Balancing fairness, efficiency, and proportionality
The Value Add:
- How the private nature of arbitration affects the decision making
- The unique perspective former judges bring to arbitration
- How that experience shapes legitimacy, credibility, and outcomes
PRESENTERS
Honourable Kristine Eidsvik, KC
Honourable Barbara Veldhuis, KC
MEETING DETAILS
| Date: |
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 |
| Time: |
12:00 Noon (MT) |
| Location: |
Zoom |
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