8600 – Arbitration’s Evolving Impact on Florida Litigation

Over the past 20 years, the landscape of Arbitration has changed significantly. Nationally, the United States Supreme Court has issued multiple opinions about the enforceability of arbitration clauses and class action waivers. Locally, Florida enacted in 2013 the biggest change to its arbitration laws in more than half a century. Lawyers who must analyze and consider contractual provisions relating to arbitration or the waiver of a right to bring a class action, often found within the same provision, must understand the impact and practical aspects of arbitration—both for drafting arbitration clauses, as well as litigating in arbitration—to ensure their clients’ interests are protected. Course number 8600 is approved for 1 CLE, all of which may be applied toward Ethics.