International Arbitration in Switzerland

Switzerland is one of the world's most important centers for international arbitration, and international arbitration is a dynamic and important area of Swiss law. This "nutshell" guide provides an overview of the legal environment for international arbitration in Switzerland considering the recent revision to the Swiss international arbitration law (Chapter 12 of the PILA), which entered into force in 2021. The structure of the book follows the life cycle of an arbitration. It begins with the arbitration agreement, addresses the conduct of the arbitration proceedings through to the award, and then covers the recognition and enforcement of awards in Switzerland and abroad. The text is practice-oriented and contains references to the relevant arbitration rules as well as practical insights into arbitration in Switzerland.