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The Arbitration Act 1996

by Bruce Harris

Book Details

Publisher:John Wiley & Sons
Published:2014-03-31
Pages:641
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

"There should not be a practitioner who does not have a copy ... highly recommended." β€”Arbitration When first published, The Arbitration Act 1996: A Commentary was described by Lord Bingham as "intensely practical and admirably user-friendly". It remains the most readable, useful, practical and user-friendly guide to the Arbitration Act 1996. The courts – particularly the Commercial and the Technology & Construction Courts – continue to grapple with many questions relating to the Act, with many

Our Review

This comprehensive guide to the United Kingdom's foundational arbitration legislation provides practitioners with an essential roadmap through the complex statutory framework governing dispute resolution. The text delivers intensely practical analysis of the Arbitration Act 1996, offering clear explanations of its provisions that have been tested through years of judicial interpretation in the Commercial and Technology & Construction Courts. Harris masterfully translates complex legal concepts into accessible guidance that supports both daily practice and complex case strategy.

What distinguishes this commentary is its remarkable user-friendly approach to a dense subject matter, making it indispensable for arbitration professionals navigating the Act's ongoing judicial developments. The book's practical utility shines through its direct application to real-world scenarios, establishing it as the definitive working reference for legal practitioners who regularly engage with arbitration proceedings. Its enduring relevance is proven by how consistently courts and practitioners continue to rely on its authoritative interpretation of this pivotal legislation.

Themes

Technology & Engineering

Subjects

Technology & Engineering