Elgar Concise Encyclopedia of International Commercial Arbitration

This Encyclopedia provides a concise overview of key topics in the field of international arbitration.

The Encyclopedia covers the New York Convention, the UNCITRAL Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration and the IBA Guidelines on conflicts of interest, party representation, and the taking of evidence. Entries also discuss alternative methods of dispute resolution, such as mediation, all stages of arbitration proceedings, including the various post-award stages, among many other fundamental matters of commercial arbitration.

Examining relevant case law from major arbitration hubs, this Encyclopedia is a valuable resource for students and scholars in arbitration and dispute resolution, commercial law, comparative law, and public international law. It is also an important reference for legal practitioners and professionals including arbitrators, attorneys, judges, and tribunal secretaries.

Key Features:

• Over 130 entries written by expert authors from across the globe
• Analyses the applicable law governing admissibility, arbitration agreements, proceedings, and merits
• Highlights the latest trends and developments in international commercial arbitration