The Conduct of International Arbitration Proceedings

This book provides an in-depth guide to conducting international arbitration proceedings efficiently and effectively, drawing on Yves Derains’ specialist experience in over 500 proceedings. It explores the necessary qualities of successful international arbitrators, and covers the various phases of arbitration proceedings, from the appointment of the arbitrators to the issuing of the award.

Key Features:







Provides practice-based tips for the conduct of arbitration proceedings


Illustrates how to organise case management conferences efficiently


Examines the role of witness and expert evidence in arbitration and how to handle it effectively


Discusses the complications expected when coordinating international arbitration and how to resolve them



The Conduct of International Arbitration Proceedings is an essential resource for anyone involved in arbitration proceedings, including specialist arbitrators, arbitral institutions and the legal teams (in-house and external counsel) of the parties to the arbitration.