Arbitration of Commercial Disputes, 2nd Edition by Andrew Tweeddale | 2025*

Arbitration of Commercial Disputes, 2nd Edition by Andrew Tweeddale | 2025*

Building on its established reputation as a leading authority on English law and practice in commercial arbitration, the second edition of Arbitration of Commercial Disputes introduces the insight of a new co-author to reflect the significant changes in the arbitration landscape over the past decade.

The book adopts a more accessible and structured format, guiding readers step by step through the arbitration process from beginning to end, while preserving its distinctive comparative analysis of arbitration systems across both common law and civil law jurisdictions. It explains the operation of the Arbitration Act 1996 as updated by the Arbitration Act 2025, and examines key institutional rules shaping arbitration today, including the ICC Arbitration Rules 2021 and the LCIA Arbitration Rules 2020.

It also offers in-depth analysis of recent case law developments, covering issues such as the governing law of arbitration agreements, arbitrators’ disclosure obligations, and the use of anti-suit and anti-arbitration injunctions. In addition, the authors consider broader influences on arbitration, including Brexit and the growing role of technology and artificial intelligence.

Written in a clear and accessible manner, this edition serves as a valuable reference for judges and arbitration practitioners, as well as a comprehensive introductory resource for academics, students, and researchers seeking an in-depth understanding of English arbitration law and its international context.

Key Features of Arbitration of Commercial Disputes, 2nd Edition by Andrew Tweeddale:

• Delivers a comprehensive and authoritative account of English law and practice in commercial arbitration, enriched with comparative international insights
• Provides in-depth analysis of recent case law across all levels of the English courts, including issues such as the governing law of arbitration agreements, arbitrators’ disclosure obligations, post-Brexit injunctions, and section 9 applications
• Written in a clear and accessible style, making it a valuable reference for judges and practitioners, as well as an essential introductory resource for academics, students, and researchers

New to this edition:

• Reorganised structure that guides readers step by step through the arbitration process, while maintaining its distinctive comparative perspective across common law and civil law jurisdictions
• Incorporates and analyses key reforms to the Arbitration Act 1996 introduced by the Arbitration Act 2025, alongside the latest updates to institutional rules
• Explores both the current and potential future impact of technology and artificial intelligence on arbitration

Table of Contents of Arbitration of Commercial Disputes, 2nd Edition by Andrew Tweeddale:

1. Introduction to Arbitration
   
2. The Development of English Arbitration Law
   
3. The Characteristics of Arbitration and The Principles and Scope of the Arbitration Act 1996
4. The Applicable Law
   
5. The Procedural Laws of the Arbitration
   
6. Commencing an Arbitration
   
7. Extending Time to Commence Arbitration Proceedings
   
8. The Arbitration Agreement
   
9. The Parties
   
10. Appointing the Arbitral Tribunal and the Cessation of its Office
    
11. The Role of the Arbitral Tribunal
    
12. Challenging the Arbitral Tribunal's Jurisdiction in the Proceedings
    
13. Emergency Arbitrators and Preliminary Proceedings
    
14. Privacy and Confidentiality
    
15. Evidence, Hearings, and Remedies
    
16. Powers of the Arbitral Tribunal in Respect of the Award
    
17. The Award and Enforcement
    
18. Powers of the Court
    
19. Procedural Matters Under the Arbitration Act 1996
    
20. Challenging and Appealing the Award — Sections 67 and 68
    
21. Appeal on a Point of Law

About the Authors:

Andrew Tweeddale has more than thirty years of experience in construction and engineering law. Prior to his retirement in 2022, he was a director at Corbett & Co International Construction Lawyers, and earlier worked as a solicitor at Norton Rose as well as a barrister. He participated in numerous arbitrations worldwide, acting both as counsel and as an arbitrator, and was also a member of CEDR’s adjudication panel for telecommunications disputes. Since stepping away from legal practice, he has focused on writing both fiction and non-fiction.