"The thesis of this new book is that arbitration is a particularly effective method for the resolution of international IP disputes, and the text proves that claim to be true. The 11 chapters focus on the particular characteristics of IP disputes rather than treating them as merely a subsidiary variation of international arbitration, providing a wealth of useful information for both IP lawyers new to international arbitration and arbitration generalists dealing with IP cases."
-James Carter, Special Counsel, Wilmer Hale
"Finally the practitioner of IP law and the Corporate user has a comprehensive guide to arbitration practise in this important field. The book covers all the essential elements of the arbitral process, but with a particular emphasis on IP disputes. It deals with the topic in a clear, concise and comprehensible manner. Essential reading for anyone interested in IP and the resolution of disputed that inevitably arise therefrom."
-Wolf von Kumberg, European Legal Director Assistant General Counsel, Northrop Grumman Corporation
"Arbitration of International Intellectual Property Disputes does an excellent job of filling a gap at the intersection of international arbitration and intellectual property disputes. Halket and his team cover the most important and difficult topics and do so lucidly and in depth. Even the experienced practitioner, whether counsel or arbitrator, will find much that is new and useful."
-Stephen P. Gilbert, Fellow of The College of Commercial Arbitrators; Fellow of The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators; The Law Office of Stephen P. Gilbert (former Partner, Bryan Cave LLP and Co-Leader of Intellectual Property Client Service Group).
"Tom Halket's thorough and comprehensive treatise is a must-read for all practitioners and neutrals whose work includes the arbitration of international IP matters. His careful consideration of the many issues that arise, and his thoughtful suggestions for approaching and resolving them, make this an indispensible desktop item. I recommend it without reservation."
-Hon. Timothy K. Lewis, Counsel Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis is a former federal appeals court judge and is Co-Chair of Schnader's Appellate Practice Group
"This treatise will be a valuable resource for those engaged in international arbitration of IP (and other) disputes. In addition to clearly explaining the procedures of the various arbitration regimes and the law that governs them, it provides practical guidance regarding the strategic and tactical issues that confront the practitioner."
-Joseph Angland, Partner, White and Case, former Chair of the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Antitrust Law
"Except perhaps for copyrights to some extent, IP rights are far from uniform around the globe. So are the challenges that arise when two parties from different countries face a dispute. This book provides a valuable easy-to-use manual for IP arbitration by explaining the basic concepts and principal issues that can arise when arbitrating international IP disputes. What makes this book special is that it also provides for in-depth analysis on more complex and unique IP arbitration issues to the more seasoned reader. A truly indispensable work that arbitration practitioners should have on their bookshelf."
-Christian P. Alberti, Assistant Vice President, International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR)
"The explosion of intellectual property disputes over the past few years, the length and expense of court proceedings, the unpredictability of results on appeals in court and the cross border nature of many intellectual property disputes, makes arbitration particularly attractive for the resolution of these disputes. This volume fills an important need in providing both practical and theoretical information about the alternative, arbitration, which can be crafted to achieve a more expeditious, cost effective and final outcome enforceable across borders."
-Edna Sussman, Arbitrator, FCIArb; Mediator; Distinguished Practitioner in Residence, Fordham Law School
"A powerful, practical treatise that explores the unique aspects of the arbitral process as pertaining to international IP disputes, as well as weighs the benefits of arbitration in the international arena. This book is a succinct and indispensible guide covering the essential steps to arbitrating international IP disputes; written by experts in the field and crammed with useful real world scenarios."
-Vincent A. Sireci, Esq., General Counsel of The Echo Design Group, Inc.
"Tom Halket's volume on Arbitration of International Intellectual Property Disputes exhaustively, authoritatively and thoroughly discusses all significant aspects of the international arbitral process and related issues as they pertain to use in IP disputes. This work is written in a direct teaching style that is very approachable, inviting and conveys its information in a readily understandable manner. As relatively little material exists in this increasing important high-stakes area, this volume fills a gaping need in the available reference literature. It is a welcome and, no doubt, will be an oft-used addition to the library of those involved in using arbitration to resolve these disputes including corporate counsel, outside counsel, institutions and, like me, arbitrators. This work will also significantly aid those involved with IP disputes who contemplate using arbitration as well as those who are just interested in exploring this fascinating area for their own education."
-Peter L. Michaelson, Esq., Arbitrator and Mediator, Michaelson ADR Chambers, LLC, New York; Trustee, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, London
"The success of companies operating globally in technology or other innovative industries is linked to their ability to enter into favorable commercial agreements involving their valuable intellectual property assets. Effectively enforcing and resolving disputes that may arise in connection with these transactions is equally critical. This book, which provides a real argument for arbitration as the most efficient way to resolve intellectual property disputes as well as a thorough guide to the principal issues in the arbitral process, is a must reference for counsel to the IP-centric companies themselves, as well as investors and others who would finance and conduct business transactions with them."
-Scott Ring, General Counsel, Bessemer Venture Partners
"This book comes as an invaluable contribution to the edifice of arbitration - and its specialized track of intellectual property disputes - by a distinguished group of experts who have clearly demonstrated that there is always a different kettle of fish. This scholarly work not only provides readers with insightful principles and practices, it also comes as a timely and germane analysis of distilled and significant topics. I truly commend this work to all those with a vested interest in arbitration and intellectual property rights. It is indeed a magnum opus contribution to an affluent multidisciplinary field."
- Dr. Mohamed S. Abdel Wahab, Assistant Professor Faculty of Law, Cairo University - Egypt; Founding Partner and Head of the International Arbitration Group, Zulficar & Partners Law Firm; Chair, Technology Sub-committee, CIArb
"This book is an invaluable resource to anyone who becomes involved in a non-US arbitration involving intellectual property. Each of the authors brings a different view on this subject and each has some tremendous insight that will assist anyone who is not familiar with the specific issues relating to such matters. The book is structured in such a way that makes it easy to focus on the particular matter of interest."
-Ronald Prague, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Synchronoss Technologies, Inc.
