Arbitration 

Arbitration is a legally binding, confidential, and customizable alternative to litigation, making it an effective mechanism for resolving domestic and international IP disputes. 

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Efficient, confidential, and enforceable patent dispute resolution

At PMAC, we specialize in arbitration for patent and patent-related disputes which are often characterised as complex and have a cross-border element. 

Our goal is to provide fair and expert-driven resolutions through experienced arbitrators, while safeguarding commercially sensitive information. 

By choosing arbitration, companies of all sizes can significantly reduce costs while ensuring a specialized, efficient, and enforceable dispute resolution process.

Why choose arbitration at PMAC?

Connected to the Unified Patent Court

Combining the flexibility of arbitration with judicial oversight, offering a faster and confidential dispute resolution process. The consent arbitral award can be confirmed by the Court, making it enforceable as its final decision

Online proceedings

From the initial information conference to the final award, all parts of the procedure can be conducted remotely. With secure virtual hearings, digital case management, electronic submissions, and attractive fee reductions, we ensure a seamless, cost-effective, and accessible process – no matter where you are.

Tailored & flexible proceedings

Procedural rules designed specifically for IP disputes, including disputes related to licensing of standard essential patents under FRAND terms, allowing parties to tailor them to their needs. Parties are free to choose arbitrators, procedures, governing law, and the language of proceedings to ensure a dispute resolution process that aligns with their specific requirements.

Efficient & cost-effective

Offering expedited proceedings for disputes requiring swift resolution, reducing legal expenses and delays. Special fee reductions are available for SMEs, as well as for parties opting for online proceedings, enhancing accessibility and affordability and for UPC pending disputes referred to mediation before closure of the interim procedure.

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 Our areas of expertise

Infringement of European and Unitary Patents and supplementary protection certificates

Revocation and validity of patents 

Standard essential patents (SEPs) & FRAND terms

Standard essential patents (SEPs) & FRAND terms

Licensing agreements

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Our arbitration process

1 - ADR information conference

Consultation with a PMAC-accredited expert, provided free of charge, before the initiation of proceedings.

2 - Filing a request

 Submit an arbitration request with details of the dispute.

3 - Response to the request

Respondent has 30 days to respond to the arbitration request

4 - Arbitrator appointment

Choose neutral arbitrators from our expert panel or appoint your own selected experts to form the tribunal.

5 - Case management conference

Definition of procedural rules and key issues.

6 - Evidence & hearings

Presentation of arguments and confidential evidence.

7 - Award issuance

Final, binding decision enforceable worldwide or non-binding award, if agreed by the parties.

Our arbitrators

We work with leading patent law and technology dispute experts. Each arbitrator is selected based on:

Expertise in patent law, licensing, and IP rights or related commercial issues 

Impartiality and independence

Experience in complex cross-border disputes

View a list of Arbitrators

Our costs & fees

Our arbitration process is designed to be transparent and cost-effective, ensuring accessibility even for smaller participants in the field. We offer support through:

Reduced fees for online proceedings

Special fee reductions for SMEs

Reduced fees for pending UPC disputes

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Mediation

Mediation is a voluntary, confidential, non-binding process that helps parties collaboratively resolve disputes with a neutral mediator. PMAC specializes in patent-related mediation, providing a flexible, structured framework that promotes constructive dialogue, preserves business relationships, and delivers efficient, cost-effective resolutions.