Press Release - Sedgwick Publishes Handbook Devoted to International Commercial Arbitration

November 2006

Sedgwick, Detert, Moran and Arnold LLP announced that the firm has published an updated edition of its "International Commercial Arbitration Handbook."  The handbook provides an overview of commercial arbitration, identifies the world's principal arbitral bodies, and explains key rules and procedures. Spearheaded by Adam Barker, chair of the firm's international counseling and arbitration practice, and edited by London partner James Pilgrim-Morris, the update was a collaborative effort involving attorneys from nearly all of Sedgwick's eleven offices.

"This handbook offers the ever-increasing number of companies interested in arbitration a starting place," said Pilgrim-Morris.  "Our readers will understand the advantages and disadvantages of arbitration compared to traditional litigation, learn about the principal arbitration centers of the world, and key features of the process."

"The arbitration process can be overwhelming, particularly when complicated by the varying procedures and styles of different arbitration venues and bodies," added Barker.  "Sedgwick's international arbitration team is able to deftly guide clients through this labyrinthine process, empowering them to make informed and appropriate business decisions." 

With offices or affiliated firms in the major arbitration centers of the United States, England, France, Switzerland, and Bermuda, and experienced lawyers fluent in French, German and other languages, Sedgwick is the ideal choice for advising and representing clients involved in international commercial arbitration disputes.