The voice of the California international arbitration and ADR community.

Our Vision

California Arbitration is the voice of the California international arbitration and ADR community.

Our focus is the resolution of international business disputes in California. We collaborate with California businesses, their corporate counsel, law firms, ADR providers and universities to support international arbitration and mediation in California. And we provide resources to businesses and legal practitioners around the globe to guide them on international dispute resolution in California.

We celebrate California’s unique place in international dispute resolution. Join us in our outreach to the world.

Frequently Asked Questions About International Arbitration in California

California – the fifth largest economy in the world – has it all: manufacturing, finance, services, technology, life sciences, aerospace, entertainment, agriculture, shipping and many other industry sectors. California is the principal US gateway to the Pacific Rim and Asia. California has major trade ties to Mexico and the rest of Latin America to the south and to Canada to the north. California’s cities, including San Diego, Los Angeles, San Jose/Silicon Valley and San Francisco, offer rich diversity and endless international business opportunities.

California is a global focal point for industry and trade and it shines as an important beacon for international disputes resolution. 

Click below for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about California law and practice, including details on US and California statutes and ethics rules.

FAQs on California international arbitration law and practice

“California thrives on innovation, diversity and its connection to the world. It’s the place for efficient, fair and effective international dispute resolution.”

Gary Benton
Founder, California Arbitration


Join us for CIAW 2025 - March 10-13, 2025 - In Los Angeles and online! Save the Date!

CIAW 2025 – A week-long series of of in-person programs presented by leading arbitration institutions and organizations from around the world! Join us in-person in Los Angeles or online!

California Arbitration is looking forward to another amazing California International Arbitration Week in 2025 in Los Angeles.

Interested international arbitration institutions and member organizations supporting the field are invited to submit a topic proposal by September 16, 2024. Click here for details.

Save the Date and join us in person or online for CIAW 2025 – Los Angeles promises to put on an amazing show! Join us for the celebration!

CIAW 2025 – March 10-13, 2025. Conference site, program, sponsorship opportunities and registration details coming soon!

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We are California and international businesses and legal practitioners working together, collectively and collaboratively, to explore, embrace and expand international dispute resolution practice in California. Your membership supports California Arbitration's global mission and gives you a role in it. We welcome you to join us in reaching out to the world.Click below for details.

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