Tony Cole

Tony Cole serves as a Reader in Arbitration and Investment Law at the Leicester Law School, University of Leicester, where he is globally recognized for expertise in international and domestic arbitration, cross-border commerce, and international investment law. His work bridges academic rigor and practical legal application across transnational commercial contexts.

His research specializes in:

• International Arbitration
• Domestic Arbitration
• International Investment Law
• Cross-border Commerce

These areas are exemplified by his co-authored book Understanding International Arbitration (2018) and high-impact reports analyzing arbitration frameworks in Europe and the Americas.

Professional distinctions include:

• Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb)

He leverages this expertise through active engagement with legislative bodies, notably advising the European Parliament’s Committee on Legal Affairs regarding arbitration reforms affecting the EU and Switzerland, while maintaining membership in the New York Bar.