Initial Stages of a Dispute: The Investor's Perspective

Abstract

The relevance of arbitration in the settlement of investor–state disputes has grown over the years. This chapter addresses the considerations that investors should bear in mind before commencing arbitration proceedings. Recommendations are made as to what steps an investor should take to determine whether resorting to arbitration is the optimal strategy and, if it is, how an investor can adequately prepare for formal arbitral proceedings under applicable laws and procedures.