The Principles and Practice of International Commercial Arbitration (4^th Ed.)

This book not only deals with the broad application of international treaties, guidelines, laws and rules affecting international commercial arbitration, but also includes information about the most recent developments in the field. Readers learn how arbitration works, from the request to arbitrate, the selection of arbitrators, the procedures leading up to the hearing, the witnesses and evidence at the hearing, to the granting of the final award. Along the way, many strategies and tactics come into play, as an arbitration moves toward the goal of resolving the dispute. The reader learns to appreciate the application of different laws and ethical concepts that may vary by jurisdiction, including the ethical obligations of arbitrators and of counsel. Throughout, the principles of international arbitration are supported by the practice, providing a very concrete approach to the resolution of international disputes by arbitration.

1. Introduction to international commercial arbitration; 2. The arbitration agreement; 3. Drafting the arbitration agreement; 4. Applicable laws and rules; 5. Judicial assistance for arbitration; 6. The tribunal; 7. The arbitral proceedings; 8. The award; 9. Attempts to set aside an award; 10. Enforcement of the award; 11. Investment arbitration.

Margaret L. Moses is the Mary Ann G. McMorrow Professor of Law and the Director of the Institute for International Law and Practice at Loyola University Chicago. She teaches international commercial arbitration and the CISG, and international business transactions. Her book, The Principles and Practice of International Commercial Arbitration, is in its fourth edition. She has published articles and book chapters on international arbitration in the US as well as in foreign publications and has taught and lectured abroad in many countries. Professor Moses has also participated in international arbitrations both as counsel and as an international arbitrator. Prior to joining Loyola, she was a practicing attorney in New York, New Jersey, Paris and Milan.