The Architect in Dispute Resolution

Arbitration is one of the better known methods of resolving disputes in the construction industry, but do other methods - so-called Alternative Dispute Resolution Systems (ADR) - need to be considered? This question is the principal focus of this book, which also features a review of recent developments in arbitration and covers suggestions for speeding up the process and streamlining procedures. The author describes the growing interest in ADR and the active roles that architects can play as arbitrators, experts or as conciliators and mediators. An outline of the RIBA's own Conciliation Scheme, launched in 1993, is included. This book is designed as a supplementary title to the RIBA's "The Architect as Arbitrator".
 
Arbitration is one of the better known methods of resolving disputes in the construction industry, but do other methods - so-called Alternative Dispute Resolution Systems (ADR) - need to be considered? This question is the principal focus of this book, which also features a review of recent developments in arbitration and covers suggestions for speeding up the process and streamlining procedures. The author describes the growing interest in ADR and the active roles that architects can play as arbitrators, experts or as conciliators and mediators. An outline of the RIBA's own Conciliation Scheme, launched in 1993, is included. This book is designed as a supplementary title to the RIBA's "The Architect as Arbitrator".