Provides an in-depth overview of ADR before covering in detail the principles, processes, and enforcement options involved. This fully revised third edition integrates a range of important new case law and specifically locates ADR within an increasingly digital landscape.

"Endorsed by the Judicial College, the Civil Justice Council, the Civil Mediation Council."

This practical handbook is an essential guide to ADR, following recommendations by Lord Justice Jackson in his Review of Civil Litigation Costs, providing clear and concise guidance on all aspects of ADR.

A Practical Approach to Alternative Dispute Resolution will appeal to law students and practitioners looking for a book that deals with the full range of ADR processes. This comprehensive book covers the core topics on the dispute resolution module for the BPTC. Its practical focus highlights the key processes and procedures for each topic.

The AAA Handbook on Arbitration Practice assembles from Dispute Resolution Journal - the flagship publication of the American Arbitration Association - and other sources the latest thinking on arbitration and dispute resolution. All chapters, where necessary, have been revised and updated by the authors to insure that they represent the most current developments in law and practice. The Handbook is a succinct, comprehensive and a practical introduction to the use of arbitration, written by leading practitioners and scholars, it provides essential orientation and is a "must" for anyone with an interest in the field - from the seasoned to the neophyte. The AAA Handbook on Arbitration Practice brings to the arbitration and dispute resolution professional the latest thinking on arbitration from world-renowned specialists in the field. The chapters in this work were selected from an extensive body of writings and, in the main, represent world-class assessments of arbitration and dispute resolution practice. All the major facets of the field are addressed. The chapters provide the reader with comprehensive and accurate information, lucid evaluations, and useful practical guidance. They not only acquaint, but also ground the reader in the field.

'Advising and Representing Clients at Mediation' is an invaluable guide for lawyers, surveyors and other professionals. It will assist at every stage of the mediation process from persuading the other party to mediate and preparing for and taking part in the mediation itself to advising clients on what to expect and how to conduct themselves at a mediation. The book also offers extensive checklists and precedents, practical advice from experienced mediators, and a clear explanation of the law as it currently stands. The book is fully updated with all the changes in the mediation sector including new relevant case law, the new approaches created by the Jackson reforms and the Jackson ADR Handbook, and the latest thinking on ADR processes and procedures. "Every now and then a book is published for legal representatives that goes beyond a mere analysis of the law and technical guidance, and makes the reader stop and think. This is one such publication. I wish I had read this book before I first represented clients as a solicitor at mediations. Now, as a commercial mediator, plenty in the book resonates with my own experiences. It is packed with real-life tips and examples. It will help a representative get the very best out of the mediation process for their client." The Law Society Gazette (from the review of the previous edition)

In January 2009, the then Master of the Rolls, Sir Anthony Clarke, appointed Lord Justice Jackson to lead a fundamental review of the rules and principles governing the costs of civil litigation. This report intends to establish how the costs rules operate and how they impact on the behavior of both parties and lawyers.

Negotiation -- Mediation -- Arbitration -- Dispute resolution public policy.

This book provides comprehensive, rigorous and up-to-date coverage of key issues that have emerged in the first quarter of the 21st Century in transnational construction arbitration and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Covering four general themes, this book discusses: the increasing internationalisation of dispute resolution in construction law; the increasing reliance on technology in the management of construction projects and construction arbitration/ADR; the increasing prominence of collaborative contracting in construction and infrastructure projects; the increasing importance of contractual adjudication such as dispute boards in construction and infrastructure projects; the increasing prevalence of statutory adjudication mechanisms across the world; and the greater incidence of investment disputes and disputes against States and State entities over construction and infrastructure concessions and agreements. Tapping on their substantial expertise in practice and in research, the contributor team of senior practitioners and academics in the area of construction law and dispute resolution provide readers with information that balances an intellectually rigorous academic contribution against the backdrop of real concerns raised in practice. Construction Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution is an invaluable resource for practitioners in the field, academics in arbitration and construction law, and post-graduate students in construction law and dispute resolution.

Armstrong's Handbook of Human Resource Management is the classic text for all students and practitioners of HRM. Providing a complete resource for understanding and implementing HR in relation to the needs of the business as a whole, it includes in-depth coverage of all the key areas essential to the HR function.The 12th edition has been radically updated to create a cutting-edge textbook, which encourages and facilitates effective learning. Comprehensive online support material is provided for the instructor, student and now also the practitioner, providing a complete resource for teaching and self-learning. The text has been updated to include all the latest developments in HRM and now includes two new sections covering HR skills and toolkits.