The Impact Of Artificial Intelligence On International Arbitration Proceedings
- IJLLR Journal
- 5 days ago
- 2 min read
Gaurav Sharma, Government Law College, Mumbai
ABSTRACT
The increasing incorporation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into international arbitration is reshaping the landscape of global dispute resolution. While AI is often praised for improving efficiency, speed, and consistency, its growing influence also raises pressing concerns about fairness, transparency, and the protection of due process. AI tools are now being used throughout various stages of arbitration from legal research and document review to case management and predictive modeling offering the potential to cut costs and reduce delays. However, these benefits are accompanied by significant challenges, including questions around algorithmic bias, data security, loss of confidentiality, and the diminishing role of human discretion in decision- making.
This paper takes a multidisciplinary approach to examine how AI is transforming international arbitration, drawing insights from legal theory, technology, and real-world examples. It analyzes whether the use of AI aligns with the foundational principles of arbitration: party autonomy, neutrality, confidentiality, and enforceability. The paper also evaluates the extent to which key legal instruments such as the UNCITRAL Model Law, the New York Convention, and the procedural rules of leading arbitral institutions like the ICC, LCIA, and SIAC address or overlook the complex issues introduced by AI.
Particular focus is placed on the global digital divide and how unequal access to advanced AI tools may deepen existing disparities between parties from different jurisdictions, especially in under-resourced or developing regions. The discussion further explores the ethical and regulatory gaps that must be addressed to ensure responsible AI use emphasizing the need for clear standards on accountability, transparency, and human oversight.
Ultimately, the paper advocates for a balanced and cautious integration of AI into arbitration processes one that supports efficiency without compromising fairness. Rather than replacing human arbitrators, AI should serve as a complementary tool that enhances procedural integrity, promotes access to justice, and strengthens trust in the arbitration system as it adapts to an increasingly digital and interconnected world.
Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, international arbitration, procedural fairness, access to justice, algorithmic bias.
