Alan Mervyn Arthur Stephenson vs J. Xavier Jayarajan

The Supreme Court addressed whether the arbitration clause in a partnership deed, entered into between parties residing in different countries, could be invoked for appointment of an arbitrator under Section 11(5) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The Court examined the timeline of partnership agreements and the limitation argument raised by the respondent. It emphasized the importance of the arbitration clause and the need for a just and fair resolution of disputes, ultimately allowing the appointment of an arbitrator. The judgment highlights the Court's approach to arbitration clauses in international and domestic partnership disputes.