Class Actions in England and Wales provides essential reference for practitioners looking to bring or defend class action litigation in the courts of England and Wales. This is an increasingly important area of law and procedure, with growing numbers of high-value and high-profile claims being brought by large groups of claimants. The text begins with an overview of the development of class action mechanisms in England and Wales. It then looks at when the English courts will have jurisdiction over collective claims, as well as the challenging issues of applicable law and enforcement of judgments that arise in this context. In a practical and comprehensive manner, it then takes the reader through each stage of the group litigation process, from commencement and conduct to trial and settlement, also addressing issues relating to costs and the important question of how such actions can be funded. Throughout the text, the discussion is illustrated by examples of decisions the courts have reached in practice. Coverage draws on applicable procedural rules, legislation, case law, comparative analysis and the authors’ own experience of class action litigation. The second edition: Adds four new chapters on specific areas of law: insurance, product liability, data class actions and employment; Updates the text throughout to reflect case law and developments since publication of the first edition; Contains further detail on the representative action procedure under CPR 19.6, and the circumstances in which it may be used in the light of the Supreme Court's decision in Lloyd v Google; Completely overhauls the chapter on jurisdiction, choice of law and the recognition and enforcement of judgments to take account of the significant impact of Brexit; Adds a particularly large volume of new content to the chapter on competition claims, relating to the Supreme Court's judgment in Merricks v MasterCard and the subsequent decisions in a number of cases that had been on hold while the Supreme Court's judgment was awaited; Revises substantially the chapter on environmental and human rights-based claims to reflect the Supreme Court's decisions in Vedanta and Okpabi, as well as the impact of Brexit; Updates the chapter on shareholder actions to reflect the decision in the Lloyds/HBOS litigation, which was the first in a shareholder class action in this jurisdiction, and the decision in the Autonomy litigation, which is significant in particular in relation to claims under s.90A of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000. The text looks at the participation of foreign claimants and the enforcement of foreign class action judgments or settlement It explains how to commence and conduct a group action, including case management, disclosure and evidence, giving examples of cases It outlines the trial, judgment and settlement processes of a group action, looking at practical issues Costs and third party funding of group actions are explained

Class Actions in England and Wales provides essential reference for practitioners looking to bring or defend class action litigation in the courts of England and Wales. This is an increasingly important area of law and procedure, with growing numbers of high-value and high-profile claims being brought by large groups of claimants. The text begins with an overview of the development of class action mechanisms in England and Wales. It then looks at when the English courts will have jurisdiction over collective claims, as well as the challenging issues of applicable law and enforcement of judgments that arise in this context. In a practical and comprehensive manner, it then takes the reader through each stage of the group litigation process, from commencement and conduct to trial and settlement, also addressing issues relating to costs and the important question of how such actions can be funded. Throughout the text, the discussion is illustrated by examples of decisions the courts have reached in practice. Coverage draws on applicable procedural rules, legislation, case law, comparative analysis and the authors’ own experience of class action litigation. The second edition: Adds four new chapters on specific areas of law: insurance, product liability, data class actions and employment; Updates the text throughout to reflect case law and developments since publication of the first edition; Contains further detail on the representative action procedure under CPR 19.6, and the circumstances in which it may be used in the light of the Supreme Court's decision in Lloyd v Google; Completely overhauls the chapter on jurisdiction, choice of law and the recognition and enforcement of judgments to take account of the significant impact of Brexit; Adds a particularly large volume of new content to the chapter on competition claims, relating to the Supreme Court's judgment in Merricks v MasterCard and the subsequent decisions in a number of cases that had been on hold while the Supreme Court's judgment was awaited; Revises substantially the chapter on environmental and human rights-based claims to reflect the Supreme Court's decisions in Vedanta and Okpabi, as well as the impact of Brexit; Updates the chapter on shareholder actions to reflect the decision in the Lloyds/HBOS litigation, which was the first in a shareholder class action in this jurisdiction, and the decision in the Autonomy litigation, which is significant in particular in relation to claims under s.90A of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000. The text looks at the participation of foreign claimants and the enforcement of foreign class action judgments or settlement It explains how to commence and conduct a group action, including case management, disclosure and evidence, giving examples of cases It outlines the trial, judgment and settlement processes of a group action, looking at practical issues Costs and third party funding of group actions are explained

Limitation Periods by Professor Andrew McGee is a well-established and definitive text now in its ninth edition. Professor McGee steers practitioners through the complexities of the law of limitations, giving detailed guidance in all areas of law from preliminary issues to proceedings. The book is designed to help bring an action in good time and remedy delays which may lead to striking out. The book covers European and international limitation issues. The First Supplement to the 9th Edition brings this well-established and definitive text fully up-to-date, including significant case law such as: Kekwick v Kekwick (Meaning of 'action' and 'proceeding' and the differences between them); Boxxe Ltd v Secretary of State for Justice, Walton v Pickerings Solicitors (the calculation of time and the differences between issue and service); Lees v Kaye (what counts as 'personal injury'); Jalla v Shell, Honda Pension Trustees v Mercer Ltd (continuing torts); James v Scudamore (Laches).

Limitation Periods by Professor Andrew McGee is a well-established and definitive text now in its ninth edition. Professor McGee steers practitioners through the complexities of the law of limitations, giving detailed guidance in all areas of law from preliminary issues to proceedings. The book is designed to help bring an action in good time and remedy delays which may lead to striking out. The book covers European and international limitation issues. The First Supplement to the 9th Edition brings this well-established and definitive text fully up-to-date, including significant case law such as: Kekwick v Kekwick (Meaning of 'action' and 'proceeding' and the differences between them); Boxxe Ltd v Secretary of State for Justice, Walton v Pickerings Solicitors (the calculation of time and the differences between issue and service); Lees v Kaye (what counts as 'personal injury'); Jalla v Shell, Honda Pension Trustees v Mercer Ltd (continuing torts); James v Scudamore (Laches).

Now in its 15th edition (first published 40 years ago), Documentary Evidence prides itself on being up to date. In the fast-moving world of civil procedure, and the vast amount of caselaw on disclosure and privilege, it is rewritten on a three-year cycle. The book is a comprehensive guide to the legal obligations of disclosure. Logically presented and lucidly written, it provides detailed analysis and sensible practical advice. Following a chronological structure, it shows when and how a practitioner should take action in relation to the obligation to disclose. It is a standard work that is often cited in court judgments. Documentary Evidence: Provides a comprehensive guide to the principles, obligations and protections of disclosure, legal professional privilege and other aspects of evidence in the form of documents Authored by a renowned KC, provides detailed analysis, practical advice and robust views often derived from cases in which he has been personally involved Is regularly cited in court, most recently in Al Sadeq v Dechert LLP [2024] EWCA Civ 28, JSC Commercial Bank Privatbank v Kolomoisky [2022] EWHC 868 (Ch), and Recovery Partners GP Ltd v Rukhadze [2021] EWHC 1621 (Comm) Discusses in depth the key principles and problem areas of disclosure, and how to raise, or combat, the available defences against it Is logically structured by following in chronological order the steps taken in conducting a case, showing the practitioner when and how to take action at each stage Advises on how to obtain, assess and manage the documents needed and how to identify the key issues Discusses how practices have changed consequent to the fact that most disclosure is now electronic disclosure and the challenges and opportunities presented by this Analyses the extent of the powers of regulatory or public bodies to obtain or disclose documents Discusses how the Civil Procedure Rules have affected the position on disclosure in important respects – from pre-action protocols and powers, to objections to disclosure and inspection, to the practicalities and problem areas of CPR disclosure, to the failure and abuse of disclosure obligations Sets out the rights of access to documents, including those held by companies, trusts, partners, receivers and agents, as well as access to court documents, and the means by which data can be accessed Explains fully the multi-faceted nature of legal professional privilege – what rights different types of privilege provide, their breadth and limits, when and how to claim or waive them Explains the court’s power to exclude documentary evidence Describes the issues and obligations of confidentiality, including the development of the “collateral undertaking”, or proscriptions against the misuse of information obtained through disclosure, both prior to and under the CPR

Now in its 15th edition (first published 40 years ago), Documentary Evidence prides itself on being up to date. In the fast-moving world of civil procedure, and the vast amount of caselaw on disclosure and privilege, it is rewritten on a three-year cycle. The book is a comprehensive guide to the legal obligations of disclosure. Logically presented and lucidly written, it provides detailed analysis and sensible practical advice. Following a chronological structure, it shows when and how a practitioner should take action in relation to the obligation to disclose. It is a standard work that is often cited in court judgments. Documentary Evidence: Provides a comprehensive guide to the principles, obligations and protections of disclosure, legal professional privilege and other aspects of evidence in the form of documents Authored by a renowned KC, provides detailed analysis, practical advice and robust views often derived from cases in which he has been personally involved Is regularly cited in court, most recently in Al Sadeq v Dechert LLP [2024] EWCA Civ 28, JSC Commercial Bank Privatbank v Kolomoisky [2022] EWHC 868 (Ch), and Recovery Partners GP Ltd v Rukhadze [2021] EWHC 1621 (Comm) Discusses in depth the key principles and problem areas of disclosure, and how to raise, or combat, the available defences against it Is logically structured by following in chronological order the steps taken in conducting a case, showing the practitioner when and how to take action at each stage Advises on how to obtain, assess and manage the documents needed and how to identify the key issues Discusses how practices have changed consequent to the fact that most disclosure is now electronic disclosure and the challenges and opportunities presented by this Analyses the extent of the powers of regulatory or public bodies to obtain or disclose documents Discusses how the Civil Procedure Rules have affected the position on disclosure in important respects – from pre-action protocols and powers, to objections to disclosure and inspection, to the practicalities and problem areas of CPR disclosure, to the failure and abuse of disclosure obligations Sets out the rights of access to documents, including those held by companies, trusts, partners, receivers and agents, as well as access to court documents, and the means by which data can be accessed Explains fully the multi-faceted nature of legal professional privilege – what rights different types of privilege provide, their breadth and limits, when and how to claim or waive them Explains the court’s power to exclude documentary evidence Describes the issues and obligations of confidentiality, including the development of the “collateral undertaking”, or proscriptions against the misuse of information obtained through disclosure, both prior to and under the CPR

Now in its 15th edition (first published 40 years ago), Documentary Evidence prides itself on being up to date. In the fast-moving world of civil procedure, and the vast amount of caselaw on disclosure and privilege, it is rewritten on a three-year cycle. The book is a comprehensive guide to the legal obligations of disclosure. Logically presented and lucidly written, it provides detailed analysis and sensible practical advice. Following a chronological structure, it shows when and how a practitioner should take action in relation to the obligation to disclose. It is a standard work that is often cited in court judgments. Documentary Evidence: Provides a comprehensive guide to the principles, obligations and protections of disclosure, legal professional privilege and other aspects of evidence in the form of documents Authored by a renowned KC, provides detailed analysis, practical advice and robust views often derived from cases in which he has been personally involved Is regularly cited in court, most recently in Al Sadeq v Dechert LLP [2024] EWCA Civ 28, JSC Commercial Bank Privatbank v Kolomoisky [2022] EWHC 868 (Ch), and Recovery Partners GP Ltd v Rukhadze [2021] EWHC 1621 (Comm) Discusses in depth the key principles and problem areas of disclosure, and how to raise, or combat, the available defences against it Is logically structured by following in chronological order the steps taken in conducting a case, showing the practitioner when and how to take action at each stage Advises on how to obtain, assess and manage the documents needed and how to identify the key issues Discusses how practices have changed consequent to the fact that most disclosure is now electronic disclosure and the challenges and opportunities presented by this Analyses the extent of the powers of regulatory or public bodies to obtain or disclose documents Discusses how the Civil Procedure Rules have affected the position on disclosure in important respects – from pre-action protocols and powers, to objections to disclosure and inspection, to the practicalities and problem areas of CPR disclosure, to the failure and abuse of disclosure obligations Sets out the rights of access to documents, including those held by companies, trusts, partners, receivers and agents, as well as access to court documents, and the means by which data can be accessed Explains fully the multi-faceted nature of legal professional privilege – what rights different types of privilege provide, their breadth and limits, when and how to claim or waive them Explains the court’s power to exclude documentary evidence Describes the issues and obligations of confidentiality, including the development of the “collateral undertaking”, or proscriptions against the misuse of information obtained through disclosure, both prior to and under the CPR

This book explains how the Civil Procedure Rules work in practice. The book covers the entire spectrum of civil litigation providing a step-by-step guide through all stages of a civil action. Features: Provides a practical, comprehensive and detailed guide covering all areas of civil litigation in the High Court and County Court Guides you through the procedure involved in any civil matter Covers all stages of litigation in a logical sequence from pre-action to enforcement and appeals Expert authors provide tactical and strategic advice, examples, tips and solutions Cross-refers to the Civil Procedure Rules and the White Book The 21st edition has been fully revised and includes new chapters, sections and fuller coverage on: The fixed costs regimes for most cases on the fast track and intermediate track, with examples and explanations of how these new rules affect costs under Part 36 and costs of appeals (costs are now covered in seven chapters) Challenges to the jurisdiction of the court following the service of the claim form which was made late or was otherwise irregular (a new section on Part 11) Guidance on the Court of Appeal’s restatement of the court’s powers to compel parties to attempt ADR and on the new pilot scheme for compulsory mediation in many small claims New cases on the effect of failure to cross-examine expert witnesses and on the making of orders for cross-examination at hearings other than trials Two further new chapters on mediation and the intermediate track Plus coverage of many other recent rule changes and case authorities (including amendments of pleadings, representative actions, injunctions against persons unknown, imaging orders and DDOs, debt relief orders and debt respite schemes)

A compromise is the settlement of a dispute by mutual concession. Generally speaking a compromise occurs most often in a private law context, which is to say in disputes between individuals and/or commercial entities. A compromise can emerge from negotiations either before or after the commencement of litigation or arbitration proceedings and whether or not facilitated by mediation. The purpose of Foskett on Compromise is to provide practitioners with a comprehensive and authoritative analysis of the legal framework for the resolution of disputes and the practical implications of the process of settlement however that settlement is achieved and whether it is a dispute within a domestic jurisdiction or involves cross-border implications. Features: Provides authoritative guidance on the law of compromise. Establishes the legal foundations of compromise and the essential requirements of a valid compromise. Goes through the procedure of compromise, its machinery and methods, with particular attention to Part 36 of the CPR in connection with disputes resolved within England and Wales. Considers the consequences of a compromise and the effects of a breach. Examines the enforcement of a compromise and how a compromise is put into effect. Explains the practice of challenging the validity of (or ‘impeaching’) a compromise in order to have it set aside. Deals individually with different types of dispute, including: settlements in Chancery litigation; matrimonial, family and inheritance disputes; serious personal injury claims involving children or patients; employment contract disputes; disputes in administrative law; landlord and tenant, boundary, and construction disputes. Includes analysis of the compromise of arbitrations, domestic and international, appeals and compromises achieved through all forms of ADR. Discusses the proper role of legal advisers (whether barrister, solicitor or other appropriate representative) in the process of compromise, including consideration of skills, responsibilities, obligations and liabilities. Covers insurance interests and compromise. Offers guidance and advice throughout as to best practice, for example as to what professional ethics and responsibility require in various situations. Covers all aspects of the settlement of international commercial disputes whether achieved with the assistance of mediation or otherwise. New to this edition: New guidance on mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution following the Court of Appeal’s decision in Churchill v Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council [2023] EWCA Civ 1416. Updates on the Court’s approach to CPR Part 36 Updates on cases concerning Tomlin Orders Guidance on the amendments to the Family Procedure Rules 2010 which came into force on 29 April 2024 with the increased focus on enabling and encouraging parties to engage in non-court dispute resolution (NCDR) Updates on the court’s approach to the so-called Thwaite jurisdiction New guidance on employment ADR

A compromise is the settlement of a dispute by mutual concession. Generally speaking a compromise occurs most often in a private law context, which is to say in disputes between individuals and/or commercial entities. A compromise can emerge from negotiations either before or after the commencement of litigation or arbitration proceedings and whether or not facilitated by mediation. The purpose of Foskett on Compromise is to provide practitioners with a comprehensive and authoritative analysis of the legal framework for the resolution of disputes and the practical implications of the process of settlement however that settlement is achieved and whether it is a dispute within a domestic jurisdiction or involves cross-border implications. Features: Provides authoritative guidance on the law of compromise. Establishes the legal foundations of compromise and the essential requirements of a valid compromise. Goes through the procedure of compromise, its machinery and methods, with particular attention to Part 36 of the CPR in connection with disputes resolved within England and Wales. Considers the consequences of a compromise and the effects of a breach. Examines the enforcement of a compromise and how a compromise is put into effect. Explains the practice of challenging the validity of (or ‘impeaching’) a compromise in order to have it set aside. Deals individually with different types of dispute, including: settlements in Chancery litigation; matrimonial, family and inheritance disputes; serious personal injury claims involving children or patients; employment contract disputes; disputes in administrative law; landlord and tenant, boundary, and construction disputes. Includes analysis of the compromise of arbitrations, domestic and international, appeals and compromises achieved through all forms of ADR. Discusses the proper role of legal advisers (whether barrister, solicitor or other appropriate representative) in the process of compromise, including consideration of skills, responsibilities, obligations and liabilities. Covers insurance interests and compromise. Offers guidance and advice throughout as to best practice, for example as to what professional ethics and responsibility require in various situations. Covers all aspects of the settlement of international commercial disputes whether achieved with the assistance of mediation or otherwise. New to this edition: New guidance on mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution following the Court of Appeal’s decision in Churchill v Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council [2023] EWCA Civ 1416. Updates on the Court’s approach to CPR Part 36 Updates on cases concerning Tomlin Orders Guidance on the amendments to the Family Procedure Rules 2010 which came into force on 29 April 2024 with the increased focus on enabling and encouraging parties to engage in non-court dispute resolution (NCDR) Updates on the court’s approach to the so-called Thwaite jurisdiction New guidance on employment ADR

Limitation Periods by Professor Andrew McGee is a well-established and definitive text now in its ninth edition. Professor McGee steers practitioners through the complexities of the law of limitations, giving detailed guidance in all areas of law from preliminary issues to proceedings. The book is designed to help bring an action in good time and remedy delays which may lead to striking out. The book covers European and international limitation issues. The First Supplement to the 9th Edition brings this well-established and definitive text fully up-to-date, including significant case law such as: Kekwick v Kekwick (Meaning of 'action' and 'proceeding' and the differences between them); Boxxe Ltd v Secretary of State for Justice, Walton v Pickerings Solicitors (the calculation of time and the differences between issue and service); Lees v Kaye (what counts as 'personal injury'); Jalla v Shell, Honda Pension Trustees v Mercer Ltd (continuing torts); James v Scudamore (Laches).

Limitation Periods by Professor Andrew McGee is a well-established and definitive text now in its ninth edition. Professor McGee steers practitioners through the complexities of the law of limitations, giving detailed guidance in all areas of law from preliminary issues to proceedings. The book is designed to help bring an action in good time and remedy delays which may lead to striking out. The book covers European and international limitation issues. The First Supplement to the 9th Edition brings this well-established and definitive text fully up-to-date, including significant case law such as: Kekwick v Kekwick (Meaning of 'action' and 'proceeding' and the differences between them); Boxxe Ltd v Secretary of State for Justice, Walton v Pickerings Solicitors (the calculation of time and the differences between issue and service); Lees v Kaye (what counts as 'personal injury'); Jalla v Shell, Honda Pension Trustees v Mercer Ltd (continuing torts); James v Scudamore (Laches).

Effective Dispute Resolution: Strategies for Lawyers, Business Managers, and Commercial Dispute Professionals In the complex world of commercial transactions, disputes are inevitable. ‘Effective Dispute Resolution’ is a guide to navigating these challenges with confidence and precision. The aim of this book is to provide practical insights into how to mitigate the economic impact of disputes and the hidden costs of litigation. This includes understanding why disputes escalate and how traditional litigation can polarise a dispute and end up destroying business relationships. The focus is on the active consideration of alternative methods that can save time, reduce costs, and preserve partnerships. The emphasis is on effective, rather than alternative, dispute resolution. Comprehensive coverage of: Drafting robust dispute resolution clauses to pre-emptively manage conflicts. Non-binding methods: negotiation, mediation, and early neutral evaluation. Binding methods: expert determination, arbitration, and litigation. Hybrid approaches: blended strategies that combine the best of all methods. Innovative perspectives: The evolution and effectiveness of online dispute resolution and remote hearings. The development and future impact of AI in dispute resolution. The psychology of dispute resolution and the importance of the human factor in effective dispute resolution. Practical tips for in-house counsel and international lawyers to resolve disputes efficiently across jurisdictions. Whether you are a seasoned dispute resolution lawyer, an in-house legal adviser, or a business manager involved in a dispute, this book offers valuable tools and strategies to achieve optimal outcomes. Drawing on the latest trends and real-world examples, ‘Effective Dispute Resolution’ serves as a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of commercial dispute management to deliver the most effective outcome.

Class Actions in England and Wales provides essential reference for practitioners looking to bring or defend class action litigation in the courts of England and Wales. This is an increasingly important area of law and procedure, with growing numbers of high-value and high-profile claims being brought by large groups of claimants. The text begins with an overview of the development of class action mechanisms in England and Wales. It then looks at when the English courts will have jurisdiction over collective claims, as well as the challenging issues of applicable law and enforcement of judgments that arise in this context. In a practical and comprehensive manner, it then takes the reader through each stage of the group litigation process, from commencement and conduct to trial and settlement, also addressing issues relating to costs and the important question of how such actions can be funded. Throughout the text, the discussion is illustrated by examples of decisions the courts have reached in practice. Coverage draws on applicable procedural rules, legislation, case law, comparative analysis and the authors’ own experience of class action litigation. The second edition: Adds four new chapters on specific areas of law: insurance, product liability, data class actions and employment; Updates the text throughout to reflect case law and developments since publication of the first edition; Contains further detail on the representative action procedure under CPR 19.6, and the circumstances in which it may be used in the light of the Supreme Court's decision in Lloyd v Google; Completely overhauls the chapter on jurisdiction, choice of law and the recognition and enforcement of judgments to take account of the significant impact of Brexit; Adds a particularly large volume of new content to the chapter on competition claims, relating to the Supreme Court's judgment in Merricks v MasterCard and the subsequent decisions in a number of cases that had been on hold while the Supreme Court's judgment was awaited; Revises substantially the chapter on environmental and human rights-based claims to reflect the Supreme Court's decisions in Vedanta and Okpabi, as well as the impact of Brexit; Updates the chapter on shareholder actions to reflect the decision in the Lloyds/HBOS litigation, which was the first in a shareholder class action in this jurisdiction, and the decision in the Autonomy litigation, which is significant in particular in relation to claims under s.90A of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000. The text looks at the participation of foreign claimants and the enforcement of foreign class action judgments or settlement It explains how to commence and conduct a group action, including case management, disclosure and evidence, giving examples of cases It outlines the trial, judgment and settlement processes of a group action, looking at practical issues Costs and third party funding of group actions are explained

This book explains how the Civil Procedure Rules work in practice. The book covers the entire spectrum of civil litigation providing a step-by-step guide through all stages of a civil action. Features: Provides a practical, comprehensive and detailed guide covering all areas of civil litigation in the High Court and County Court Guides you through the procedure involved in any civil matter Covers all stages of litigation in a logical sequence from pre-action to enforcement and appeals Expert authors provide tactical and strategic advice, examples, tips and solutions Cross-refers to the Civil Procedure Rules and the White Book The 21st edition has been fully revised and includes new chapters, sections and fuller coverage on: The fixed costs regimes for most cases on the fast track and intermediate track, with examples and explanations of how these new rules affect costs under Part 36 and costs of appeals (costs are now covered in seven chapters) Challenges to the jurisdiction of the court following the service of the claim form which was made late or was otherwise irregular (a new section on Part 11) Guidance on the Court of Appeal’s restatement of the court’s powers to compel parties to attempt ADR and on the new pilot scheme for compulsory mediation in many small claims New cases on the effect of failure to cross-examine expert witnesses and on the making of orders for cross-examination at hearings other than trials Two further new chapters on mediation and the intermediate track Plus coverage of many other recent rule changes and case authorities (including amendments of pleadings, representative actions, injunctions against persons unknown, imaging orders and DDOs, debt relief orders and debt respite schemes)

Effective Dispute Resolution: Strategies for Lawyers, Business Managers, and Commercial Dispute Professionals In the complex world of commercial transactions, disputes are inevitable. ‘Effective Dispute Resolution’ is a guide to navigating these challenges with confidence and precision. The aim of this book is to provide practical insights into how to mitigate the economic impact of disputes and the hidden costs of litigation. This includes understanding why disputes escalate and how traditional litigation can polarise a dispute and end up destroying business relationships. The focus is on the active consideration of alternative methods that can save time, reduce costs, and preserve partnerships. The emphasis is on effective, rather than alternative, dispute resolution. Comprehensive coverage of: Drafting robust dispute resolution clauses to pre-emptively manage conflicts. Non-binding methods: negotiation, mediation, and early neutral evaluation. Binding methods: expert determination, arbitration, and litigation. Hybrid approaches: blended strategies that combine the best of all methods. Innovative perspectives: The evolution and effectiveness of online dispute resolution and remote hearings. The development and future impact of AI in dispute resolution. The psychology of dispute resolution and the importance of the human factor in effective dispute resolution. Practical tips for in-house counsel and international lawyers to resolve disputes efficiently across jurisdictions. Whether you are a seasoned dispute resolution lawyer, an in-house legal adviser, or a business manager involved in a dispute, this book offers valuable tools and strategies to achieve optimal outcomes. Drawing on the latest trends and real-world examples, ‘Effective Dispute Resolution’ serves as a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of commercial dispute management to deliver the most effective outcome.