Since the fall of the Sovjet Union, the methods of dispute resolution in Central and Eastern Europe have undergone substantial changes. No longer intended to serve a monolithic state, courts and arbitration institutes have adapted to permit the resolutions of commercial disputes that now arise.

This book offers an unparalleled view into the way courts and arbitration now function in Central and Eastern Europe. Using the resources of the International Bar Association, the volume contains separate reports on litigation and arbitration by experts from Russia, Hungary, Poland and the Czech Republic, plus additional chapters on Slovakia, Slovenia, and Estonia. The reports follow a standard format to simplify reference and comparison. The publication also contains many useful appendices. This book is an essential resource for practitioners working i11 this region, whether their work involves commercial transactions or dispute resolution.