Taming the Guerrilla in International Commercial Arbitration: Levelling the Playing Field

The book "Guerrilla Tactics in International Commercial Arbitration" explores the definition and nature of guerrilla tactics in international commercial arbitration, analyses various such tactics deployed, and examines attempts to codify ethical standards and rules regulating the behavior of legal representatives. It also considers culture clashes, addresses several elephants in the room, and looks at factors inherent in the arbitral process that create opportunities and increase temptations to misbehave. The book offers solutions to curb the problem in line with party autonomy and with a critical analysis.

Format: Hardback
Length: 323 pages
Publication date: 24 May 2022
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

The book delves into the definition and essence of guerrilla tactics in international commercial arbitration, conducting a comprehensive analysis of various such strategies employed both pre-COVID-19 and during the pandemic. Through vivid portrayals, it aims to provide a visual understanding of how and potentially why these tactics may be deployed. Additionally, the book explores attempts to establish ethical standards and regulations governing the behavior of legal representatives in international arbitration. It addresses a range of cultural clashes, raises important issues that often go unspoken, and examines factors inherent in the arbitral process that create opportunities for misconduct. The book examines the remedies and sanctions available in international arbitration and compares them to those available in civil litigation. Furthermore, it offers practical solutions to curb the problem while respecting party autonomy and conducting a critical analysis.

The manuscript is recognized as a valuable solutions-based text that addresses a comprehensive range of modern-day guerrilla tactics in international commercial arbitration. It provides thoughtful methods to deal with the shenanigans that parties may bring to the arbitral process.

Chiann Bao, an independent arbitrator and Vice President of the International Chamber of Commerce, Court of Arbitration, praises the book for its scholarly analysis, careful treatment of authority, pragmatic insights, and policy discussions. Gary Born, the author of International Commercial Arbitration, also commends the book, stating that it is a thoughtful and highly practical contribution to the study of procedures in international commercial arbitration.

In conclusion, the book is a valuable resource for practitioners, students, and scholars interested in international commercial arbitration. It offers insightful perspectives, practical solutions, and a critical analysis of the issues surrounding guerrilla tactics in arbitration. By addressing these challenges, the book contributes to the development of more effective and ethical practices in the field.

Weight: 682g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811900747
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022