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The Doctrine of Separability in Arbitration

The doctrine of separability: why an arbitration clause survives even where the main contract is said to be void, and its link to kompetenz-kompetenz.

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Summary

A short note on the separability (severability) of the agreement from the main contract.

It explains the autonomy of the clause, its link to the tribunal's power to rule on its own , and the leading authorities.

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