Litigation & Arbitration
Jul. 3, 2026
What the Supreme Court's Jules v. Andre Balazs ruling means for arbitration jurisdiction
The Supreme Court's unanimous decision in Jules v. Andre Balazs Properties clarifies when federal courts retain jurisdiction over arbitration awards, making forum selection at the onset of a case more consequential for businesses and litigants.
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The Supreme Court's recent unanimous decision in Jules v. Andre Balazs Properties settles a circuit split over whether a federal court that has previously stayed claims in a pending action under Section 3 of the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) retains jurisdiction to confirm or vacate the resulting arbitration award.
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