A Guide to the LCIA Arbitration Rules

The London Court of Arbitration (LCIA) is one of the world's foremost arbitration institutions, with a growing annual caseload. The LCIA Arbitration Rules are among the most modern and forward-looking of the various sets of institutional arbitration rules

Peter Turner is a parter in the international arbitration group at Freshfields in Paris. He has appeared as counsel and acted as arbitrator in over 50 arbitrations under institutional and ad hoc rules. He was named as one of the 45 foremost arbitration lawyers under 45 and has published widely on international arbitration and investment treaty topics. Reza Mohtashami is a senior associate in the international arbitration group at Freshfields in Paris. He has practiced in a number of jurisdictions, including London and New York. He has represented clients in arbitration rules under the ICSID, ICC, UNCITRAL and LCIA and has published a number of articles on international arbitration.

1. An Introduction to the LCIA Arbitration Rules2. The Role and Function of the LCIA3. Starting the Arbitration4. The Arbitral Tribunal: Formation and Challenge5. The Conduct of the Proceedings6. The Competence of the Arbitral Tribunal7. Awards8. Costs9. ConfidentialityAnnexes1. Standard LCIA Arbitration Clause2. LCIA Arbitration Rules3. Schedule of the LCIA's Arbitration Fees and Costs4. The English Arbitration Act 19965. Composition of the LCIA Court and the LCIA Board of Directors