Anatomy of International Arbitration

Anna Petrig is a professor of international law and public law at the University of Basel, Switzerland. She has served as a judge ad hoc at the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) and is a member of the Swiss National Group to the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA).Yarik Kryvoi is a senior fellow at the British Institute of International and Comparative Law and of counsel with Keidan Harisson in London. He is also a co-founder of Arbitration Lab. A Harvard LL.M. and University College London Ph.D. graduate, he specializes in public international law, investor-state and commercial disputes, and legal reform.

"Anna Petrig and Yarik Kryvoi’s The Anatomy of International Arbitration is an invaluable contribution to the literature and deserves a place on the desk of all those involved in any form of international arbitration."Christopher Greenwood, Arbitrator and Judge of the Iran-US Claims Tribunal, United Kingdom"A most welcome, highly valuable overview and analysis of international arbitration as a widely applied dispute settlement mechanism. By thoughtfully highlighting the commonalities and distinctive features of arbitration across various areas, this book is an essential read for anyone engaged with or curious about international arbitration."Professor Laurence Boisson de Chazournes, University of Geneva, Switzerland"This volume offers an original framework for understanding international arbitration. By focusing first on its social and human aspects before developing its doctrinal and procedural framework, Anna Petrig and Yarik Kryvoi – together with a global network of eminent contributors – deliver a work that is both conceptually rich and remarkably accessible."Chiann Bao, Independent Arbitrator, Singapore"As a practitioner engaged daily in complex international disputes, I found The Anatomy of International Arbitration to be a well-structured and accessible gateway to international arbitration. It is clearly written and easy to navigate, making it a valuable resource for both practitioners and academics."Professor Robert G. Volterra, Partner, Volterra Fietta; Visiting Professor, University College London, United Kingdom"The Anatomy of International Arbitration is a must have and a must read. It transcends the conventional boundaries of legal literature. This magnum opus, meticulously curated by Anna Petrig and Yarik Kryvoi is not merely a compendium of arbitral wisdom; it actually offers analytical insights and deftly navigates the intricate interplay between established norms and emerging challenges. It provides a kaleidoscopic view that is both panoramic in scope and microscopic in detail. The book’s innovative “anatomical” approach deciphers the complex language of arbitration for neophytes and veterans alike. In essence, this book is an intellectual odyssey and is destined to occupy a hallowed place not just on bookshelves, but in the minds of all who seek to comprehend and shape the evolving narrative of international arbitration."Professor Mohamed S. Abdel Wahab, Cairo University, Egypt

• Part I: Foundations1. The Anatomy of International Arbitration 2. Key Concepts of International Arbitration Part II: Transversal Topics3. The Sociological Evolution of International Arbitration 4. Institutional and ad hoc Arbitration 5. Digitalization in International Arbitration 6. Diversity in International Arbitration 7. Sources of Law and Soft Law in International Arbitration 8. Review Mechanisms in International Arbitration 9. Enforcement of International Arbitral Awards Part III: Arbitration Mechanisms10. Inter-State Arbitration 11. Law of the Sea Arbitration 12. International Administrative Law and Dispute Resolution 13. Investor-State Arbitration 14. Business and Human Rights Arbitration 15. Sports Arbitration 16. Commercial Arbitration 17. Maritime Arbitration 18. Commodities Arbitration 19. Construction Arbitration 20. Intellectual Property Arbitration