Protocols, Guides and Guidelines
AMINZ provides Protocols, Guides, and Guidelines to support dispute resolution practitioners and parties. These resources outline professional standards, ethical obligations, and best practice approaches, offering practical guidance while emphasising that they are not a substitute for independent legal or professional advice.
AMINZ Protocols
AMINZ provides the following Protocols are designed to provide a method of operation for dispute resolution providers and parties.
They may be adopted or varied by agreement between the parties.
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This protocol explains the adjudication process under the Construction Contracts Act 2002. While it offers guidance, parties and adjudicators should rely primarily on the Act itself.
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This protocol outlines a suggested approach for arbitrators and parties in conducting arbitrations. It can be adopted or modified by agreement between the parties, and all arbitrations remain subject to the Arbitration Act 1996.
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The Conciliation Protocol covers contractual arrangements under the Sharemilking Agreements Act 1937 and the Sharemilkers Agreements Order 2011, the definition of conciliation, and the draft Conciliation Agreement.
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This protocol is intended to form part of the contract between the parties and the mediator.
Any part of this protocol can be varied by agreement of the parties and the mediator.
Guides and Guidelines
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This guide provides an overview of the law and procedures involved in arbitration. It is intended as a helpful starting point, but it is not a substitute for professional advice. Anyone involved in arbitration should seek guidance from experienced practitioners.
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Managing costs in arbitration can be complex, with legal and procedural expenses often influencing outcomes. This guideline provides arbitral tribunals with a clear framework for addressing the allocation and determination of costs, consistent with the Arbitration Act 1996.
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This guide is intended as a helpful introduction and an overview of the mediation process and key considerations involved.
Rules
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These AMINZ Arbitration Rules, effective from 1 January 2022, govern arbitrations where the parties have agreed to conduct the proceedings under the AMINZ Rules.
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The purpose of the AMINZ Arbitration Appeal Rules is to encourage, through the use of the AMINZ Arbitration Appeal Panel, the efficient, confidential and high-quality resolution of appeals from arbitral awards on questions of law.
Download the Rules.