ARBITRARE is an institutionalised arbitration centre, legally able to resolve disputes over: - Industrial property (trademarks and patents).
- .PT Domain Names.
- Trade names and corporate names.
These legal disputes can occur: - between private individuals.
- between private individuals and the bodies legally able to grant or refuse registrations (the National Institute of Industrial Property, the Foundation for National Scientific Computing and the Institute of Registration and Notary Affairs).
By resorting to arbitration, the parties gain: EASE - The disputes are resolved in a simple manner and without bureaucracy.
ONLINE AND BILINGUAL: - The proceedings are carried out online, avoiding travelling to ARBITRARE.
- The proceedings can be carried out in two languages (Portuguese and/or English).
SPEED - Disputes are resolved within a maximum period of 6 months, except in very complex cases.
SPECIALISATION - Disputes are resolved by renowned arbitrators, who do not only have legal knowledge but also highly specialized technical knowledge.
SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS - The arbitrator's award has the same value as a judgement given by a court of first instance.
REDUCED COSTS - The costs are lower than the costs in a court of law, but may vary depending on the complexity and value of the matter in controversy, and may also be reduced if the dispute is resolved through mediation or whenever the hearing is waived.
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