DIAC and Opus 2 Announce Strategic Technology Partnership to Revolutionize Arbitration
The Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) and Opus 2, a leading provider of legal software and hearing services, have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at transforming the arbitration landscape.
The collaboration will introduce innovative arbitration solutions and cutting-edge hearing technology to enhance DIAC’s dispute resolution services.
The partnership will focus on streamlining and automating DIAC's processes to improve access to justice. By introducing efficient, collaborative solutions for parties, legal practitioners, and neutrals, DIAC and Opus 2 aim to optimize the arbitration experience.
A key element of the partnership is the launch of a state-of-the-art digital platform that will overhaul DIAC’s internal systems. The platform will centralize e-filing, case registration, and document submission, providing a seamless connection between all participants, including legal teams, neutrals, and the DIAC Secretariat.
Leveraging Opus 2’s advanced technology, the platform will offer enhanced user experience, scalability, and robust cybersecurity features. Additionally, users will gain access to Opus 2’s suite of integrated hearing technologies, including virtual hearings, real-time transcription, and electronic presentation of evidence (EPE), ensuring smooth and coherent proceedings under DIAC’s arbitration rules.
Jehad Kazim, Executive Director of DIAC, emphasized the importance of innovation in becoming a global leader in alternative dispute resolution.
“We must embrace innovation and deliver class-leading services to participants worldwide,”
he stated.
Oliver McClintock, Chief Commercial Officer at Opus 2, noted that the partnership is perfectly aligned with the advancement of dispute resolution in the UAE, further enhancing the region’s legal infrastructure.
This collaboration marks a significant step forward in modernizing arbitration and dispute resolution processes in the UAE.
News Source: Emirates News Agency