Party Autonomy in Private International Law

'Alex Mills, of University College London, has undertaken a comprehensive analysis of party autonomy, the result of which is this stunning book, introducing an equilibrated approach to the theme, covering not only historical background and theoretical justifications of the principle but also a comparative study of the relevant rules of different jurisdictions. … the many magnificent features of this entirely faultless book enable the reviewer unhesitatingly to recommend it to academics and scholars who are seriously concerned with private international law, not disregarding its value also for practitioners engaged in the field. Postgraduate students could also highly benefit from this essential resource for their conflicts of laws module. No more needs to be said, apart from buying the book and giving it pride of place in your library.' Aygun Mammadzada, Journal of Business Law 'Mr Mills' approach is resolutely comparative, and it is one of the great contributions of the book. Far from focusing on European private international law or English law, the author presents, on each of the topics he addresses, the solutions adopted in a wide range of legal orders and in international instruments. … Mr Mills' book represents a remarkable synthesis of the position in English speaking legal systems on the various questions related to party autonomy, offering the most interesting perspective on the solutions adopted in each legal order.' Gilles Cuniberti, Revue Critique de Droit International Privé 'Party Autonomy in Private International Law … achieves its target through insightful and interesting discussion on issues which are pertinent now and on issues which may become pertinent in the future. All in all, it is a work to be praised, offering food for thought for both theorist and practitioner alike.' Anthony Kennedy, Lloyd's Maritime and Commercial Law Quarterly