Like courts, arbitration tribunals have their own sets of rules, and those rules can change over time. Verify you are using the correct set of rules for the tribunal. The resources listed here provide historical rules, current rules, or both.
Digital Resources on the Rules of International Arbitration
Chinese Maritime Arbitration Commission RulesArbitration rules from the China Maritime Arbitration Commission, as revised and adopted by the China Chamber of International Commerce in November 2000.
International Arbitration: Rules (Westlaw)A collection of rules for various international dispute resolution bodies, ranging from the China International Economic Trade & Arbitration Commission to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
Permanent Court of Arbitration Rules (Westlaw)Text of Permanent Court of Arbitration rules-Optional Rules for Arbitrating Disputes Between Two States and Optional Rules for Arbitration of Disputes Relating to Natural Resources and/or the Environment-and related documents, as published in International Legal Materials and the International Economic Law Documents database (IEL) by the American Society of International Law. Coverage begins with October 1992.
United Nations Commission on International Trade Law Rules (UNCITRAL) (Westlaw)Text of the arbitration and conciliation rules adopted by the U.N. Commission on International Trade Law, as reproduced in the International Economic Law Documents database (IEL), and commentary on the rules from the American Journal of International Law.
Vienna International Arbitral Centre Rules (Westlaw)Current and historic Rules of Arbitration of the International Arbitral Centre of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber, translated from the original German.
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) (Westlaw)Text of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO): Mediation, Arbitration, and Expedited Arbitration Rules and Recommended Contract Clauses and Submission Agreements and the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center: Supplemental Rules for Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy, as published in International Legal Materials and the International Economic Law Documents database (IEL) by the American Society of International Law. Coverage begins with October 1994.
Print Resources on the Rules of International Arbitration
International Arbitration Rule Book by WesselThe numerous arbitral regimes around the world differ in subtle yet complex ways. These variations can have a profound effect on the procedural rights and obligations of the parties. Broadly speaking, the choice of regime will impact the way in which an arbitration is conducted; its duration and expense; the outcome of the dispute; and the ultimate enforceability of the award. To inform the parties' choice, this book is the first to deal specifically and in depth with a broad range of institutional and ad hoc arbitration rules on a comparative basis. It provides a practical guide to the rules in one book--a one-stop shop--from a distinctly "rule" and "guide" point of view. This book has its genesis in the authors' experience as practitioners and educators in international commercial and investor-state arbitration--and as advisers to, and trainers for, arbitral institutions, arbitrators, judges and government officials around the world. This comprehensive, descriptive and analytical "road map" covers the broad range of issues addressed in nine representative major sets of arbitration rules. The authors detail the distinct ways in which rules governing such important issues as the following may differ among the various arbitral regimes: the governance structure and role of the administering institutions in the arbitration, including case management and administrative support; the critical and recommended issues to be established in the agreement to arbitrate, such as the place of arbitration and the governing law among others; the requirements and best practices for starting the arbitration on the right foot; the procedures for selecting, appointing and challenging arbitrators; the impact of the initial procedural conference on the proceedings; the rules on presenting the case in chief: written submissions, documentary evidence, witness and expert testimony and more; the costs and fees of leading institutions; the procedures and standards for award scrutiny and enforceability; and a range of special and innovative procedures such as expedited proceedings, interim relief and consolidation of proceedings. The comparative analysis is organized around the chronological phases of an international arbitration and supported by rule comparison tables and clear explanations of each step of the process. With this eminently practical book, contract negotiators, counsel and arbitrators can confidently navigate any international arbitration. Thorough coverage of the applicable rules and guidelines enables parties and/or the tribunal to design bespoke arbitration procedures based upon the various rules of leading regimes. Arbitral institutions can survey the different approaches and identify emerging best practices in the design and drafting of arbitral regimes. All in all, this volume is a useful guide and comprehensive framework of rules for both arbitration practitioners and users of arbitration services, as well as for students and teachers of international arbitration.
Call Number: K 2400 .A9445 2019
ISBN: 9789041138149
Publication Date: 2019-10-24
International Arbitration Rules by Bridget Wheeler (Editor)This comparative guide is essential reading for in-house counsel, solicitors, barristers, arbitrators, academics and students. International Arbitration Rules: A Comparative Guide provides concise commentary on the objectives, purpose and meaning of the rules of the major arbitration institutions. The editor effectively guides the reader through the rules and draws attention to the major features of each organisation, while simultaneously highlighting the differences and similarities of each of the institutions. A tabular format is used which effectively accents relevant information, enabling it to be easily digested. Introductory summaries make this a highly practical guide to each part of the arbitration process.
Call Number: K 2400 .I582 2000
ISBN: 9781859785232
Publication Date: 2000-12-01
Comparison of International Arbitration Rules by Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLPCompares the arbitral rules of: International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), American Arbitration Association/International Chamber of Commerce (AAA/ICDR), London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), Stockholm Chamber of Commerce (SCC), and International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID).
Call Number: K 2400 .S63 2009
ISBN: 9781933833194
Publication Date: 2008
A Guide to the ICDR International Arbitration Rules by Martin F. Gusy; James M. Hosking; Franz T. SchwarzThis commentary on the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR) Rules is a comprehensive reference work for practitioners and arbitrators considering ICDR arbitration.The International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR) is the international division of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and given that an excess of 600 arbitrations are now administered every year under the ICDR Rules, this book answers the need for the first comparative guide devoted tothem.The ICDR International Arbitration Rules are structured in accordance with the typical life-cycle of an international arbitration and thus the book follows their thematic structure, providing ample cross-referencing to assist the reader in understanding the relationship between the various rules andgenuine issues likely to be encountered during an arbitration. The commentary embraces each of the 37 articles in their entirety and includes discussion of how each provision compares to analogous rules of other major arbitral institutions.The authors draw not only on their own experience, but on caselaw gathered from foreign jurisdictions and from the rich vein of caselaw in the US (applying the ICDR Rules and, where appropriate, analogous provisions of various AAA domestic rules). The work's comparative perspective helps toemphasize key issues to consider when drafting an arbitral clause or strategizing over the conduct of an arbitration.A Guide to the ICDR International Arbitration Rules features multiple appendices and difficult-to-find resources to form a collection of core materials which include the ICDR Rules, the administrative fee schedule, guidelines for exchanges of information, practice notes and key AAA cooperationagreements with other institutions. Together, Gusy, Hosking and Schwarz form a strong author team of practitioners whose combined experience includes having co-chaired the ICDR's young Practitioner's group, collaborated with the ICDR and interviewed key ICDR senior management members.
Call Number: KZ 6115 .G87 2011
ISBN: 9780199596843
Publication Date: 2011-05-26
Rules of Evidence in International Arbitration: An Annotated Guide by Nathan O'MalleyNow in a fully updated second edition, Rules of Evidence in International Arbitration: An Annotated Guide remains an invaluable reference for lawyers, arbitrators and in-house counsel involved in cross-border dispute resolution. Drawing on current case law, this book looks at the common issues brought up by the evidentiary procedure in international arbitration. Features of this book include: An international scope, which will inform readers from around the world A focus on evidentiary procedure, with extensive case-based commentary and examples Extensive annotations, which allow the reader to locate key precedents for use in practice This book gives essential insight into best practice for practitioners of international arbitration. Readers of this publication will gain a fuller understanding of accepted solutions to difficult procedural issues, as well as the fundamental due process considerations of the use of evidence in international arbitration.