The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS)
A Practitioner’s Guide to CAS Jurisdiction
$979.03
- Hardcover
512 pages
- Release Date
29 September 2026
Summary
This unique book provides valuable insight into the decision-making process of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) regarding questions of jurisdiction and competence in international sports disputes. Through systematic analysis of the case law and by identifying the key principles applied by CAS panels, sports lawyer Nilo Effori and sports consultant Botond Pintér set out how procedural rules, association regulations and general principles of law interact in practice.
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Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781049412511 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1049412516 |
| Author: | Nilo Aguillar Effori, Botond Pintér |
| Publisher: | Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd |
| Imprint: | Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 512 |
| Release Date: | 29 September 2026 |
| Dimensions: | 169mm x 244mm |
| Series: | Elgar Arbitration Law and Practice series |
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Critics Review
‘This guide offers a comprehensive and insightful analysis of one of the most critical aspects of proceedings before the Court of Arbitration for Sport: jurisdiction and its far-reaching implications.
‘Clear, structured, and highly practical, this book is a valuable toolkit for anyone involved in arbitration before CAS. It skilfully organizes awards dealing with the issue of jurisdiction, making it an accessible resource for arbitrators and party representatives alike.’ – Jaime Cambreleng Contreras, Cavaliero & Cambreleng, Switzerland
‘Before the merits of any case can be argued before CAS, jurisdiction must first be established. Drawing on deep practical experience, Nilo Effori and Botond Pintér deliver a clear and methodical guide, a precise, structured roadmap through the jurisprudence governing that indispensable preliminary assessment. An essential reference for any practitioner navigating the jurisdictional threshold before CAS.’ – Alberto Ruiz de Aguiar Díaz-Obregón, Sportia Law, Spain
‘An outstanding and highly practical contribution to sports arbitration. CAS jurisdiction remains the true gateway to the Tribunal and one of its most debated areas. Through an innovative format organizing CAS precedents by topic, this work offers practitioners, arbitrators and scholars a specialized and insightful resource. I have no doubt it will enjoy great success.’ – Lucas Ferrer de Robles, Statim Legal, Spain
‘In an international system where preliminary jurisdictional challenges often decide a case’s fate, this book demonstrates that jurisdiction is never a mere technicality but the cornerstone of any dispute. Through a rigorous analysis of CAS jurisprudence, it clarifies the role of Swiss law, the operation of arbitration clauses and the interplay between FIFA decision-making bodies and CAS.’ – Stefano Malvestio, Malvestio Sports, Spain
‘This comprehensive and detailed guide on the jurisdiction of the Court of Arbitration for Sport is an outstanding and important addition to the sports law literature. It offers clarity and practical insight, making it essential reading for all those involved in the field of sports law.’ – Roy Vermeer, Vermeer Sports Law, the Netherlands
Nilo Aguillar Effori
Authors
Nilo Aguillar Effori Lawyer and Arbitrator in International Sports Law
Botond Pintér International Sports Law Consultant
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