Good Old Arbitration

Arbitration has become an increasingly attractive mechanism for resolving condominium conflicts in Montreal. Disputes may arise between a co-owner and the syndicate of co-owners, or among co-owners themselves, often involving issues such as common expenses, by-law enforcement, use of common portions, or governance decisions. Arbitration offers a structured yet flexible forum tailored to the specific realities of a condominium dispute resolution.
One of the principal advantages of arbitration in conflicts with the syndicate of co-owners is efficiency. Unlike court proceedings, arbitration allows …

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Arbitration offers a compelling alternative to traditional court litigation for resolving real estate disputes, particularly when dealing with technically complex or time-sensitive issues. One of its principal advantages is speed: arbitral proceedings are typically scheduled much more quickly than Superior Court hearings, allowing parties to obtain a binding decision without the lengthy delays that often characterize judicial proceedings. This efficiency is especially valuable when conflicts involve ongoing property use, urgent repairs, or deteriorating relationships between parties who must continue to interact after the dispute.
In cases involving latent defects (vices cachés), arbitration allows…

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Arbitration is increasingly used to resolve estate disputes, offering a private, flexible, and often faster alternative to court proceedings. In succession matters, parties may choose arbitration voluntarily through an agreement, or it may be required if an arbitration clause exists in a Will, a shareholders’ agreement, or a related contract. Before initiating arbitration, the first step is to verify whether an enforceable arbitration clause applies to the dispute and whether all parties with an interest in the estate consent to proceed.
Once arbitration is confirmed as the chosen mechanism, the next step is to select the arbitrator …

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