This is an invaluable guide on how to mediate, what forms should be used and what techniques can be applied by the mediator to obtain a successful result. It also provides essential guidance on how to deal with large, complex international commercial disputes and their effective administration.

Key features of this book include:

. In-depth discussion of both the existing and historical international case law on mediation including its history under the British Common law, European Civil law and Muslim Shari'ah law.

. Analysis of the differences between the various forms of mediation agreements with sample wording to add to or modify these forms as needed.

. In-depth discussion of the ethical requirements relating to mediation and mediators.

. Sample forms for use in commencing mediation.

. In-depth discussion of actual mediations, how they should be conducted, techniques to use and sample forms.

. General forms for use in complex international mediation, form agenda and mediation statements.

. Mediator disclosure forms, questionnaires for potential mediators and parties and comparison of mediation agreements and sample forms.

. Discussion of how to effectively use witnesses and the preparation and presentation of witness statements in mediation.

. International case studies with statements of claims and responses.

This book will be essential reading for those involved in international commercial and construction mediation.