Henry S. Black (arbitration scholar)

Henry S. Black was a respected scholar specializing in arbitration, the process of resolving disputes outside courts through neutral arbitration. His work focused on understanding how arbitration functions as an alternative to litigation, emphasizing fairness, efficiency, and the enforceability of arbitration agreements. Black contributed to legal theory and practice by analyzing arbitration procedures, advocating for clear contractual clauses, and promoting confidence in arbitration as a reliable means for resolving commercial and contractual disputes. His insights have helped shape modern arbitration laws and practices, making dispute resolution more effective and trustworthy.