2nd ICC Ghana Arbitration and ADR Day

08:30-09:00

Welcome of the Participants and Registration

09:00-09:10

Welcome Address and Opening Remarks

• Claudia Salomon, President, ICC International Court of Arbitration
• Emmanuel Doni-Kwame, Secretary General, ICC Ghana

09:10-09:30

Keynote Address | The Evolving Role of Courts in Supporting Arbitration : Balancing Intervention and Non-Interference

• Her Ladyship Gertrude Torkornoo, Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana

09:30-09:50

Address by Special Guest | On behalf of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana

• Hon. Dr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, Attorney General & Minister for Justice

09:50-10:20

Presentation of Awards to former ICC Court Members

• Her Ladyship Gertrude Torkornoo, Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana
• James Kwamena Anaman, Ag. Chair, ICC Ghana 

10:20-10:40

Coffee Break

10:40-11:40

Session I - The Role of Legal Representation in Arbitration

How can legal representatives effectively advocate for their clients while maintaining the integrity of the arbitration process? In arbitration, legal representatives play a crucial role in advocating for their clients' interests. Their primary objective is to present their client's case in the most compelling and effective manner possible, while also ensuring that the arbitration process is conducted fairly and impartially. By balancing effective advocacy with a commitment to maintaining the integrity of the arbitration process, legal representatives can ensure that their clients receive an impartial hearing, while also upholding the principles of justice and fairness that underlie the arbitration process.

• Moderator: Kwabena Adu-Kusi, Managing Partner, Adu-Kusi Attorneys & Consultants, Accra
• Hon. Diana Asonaba Dapaah, Former Deputy Minister for Justice and Attorney-General 
• Tafadzwa Pasipanodya, Partner, Chair, Africa Practice, Foley Hoag, Washington DC
• Kizito Beyuo, Managing Partner, Beyuo & Co., Accra; Member, ICC International Court of Arbitration 

11:40-11:50

Q&A Session

11:50-12:50

Session II - Tribunal Intervention

When is it Necessary? What are the ethical implications of tribunal intervention? What are the circumstances under which tribunal intervention is necessary to ensure justice and efficiency in arbitration while balancing the need to avoid overstepping their authority? 

The discussion will offer insights into how tribunals need to consider circumstances such as impartiality, proportionality, transparency and efficiency in ensuring that its intervention is necessary and effective.

• Moderator: David Adu-Tutu Jr, Executive, ENS Africa, Accra
• Victoria Barth,Vice-President, Ghana Bar Association, Accra; Member, ICC International Court of Arbitration
• Sofia Vale, Independent Arbitrator, Sofia Vale Arbitration, Luanda
• Jacob Grierson, Founding Partner, Anima Dispute Resolution, Paris

12:50-13:00

Q&A Session

13:00-14:00

Lunch

14:00-15:00

Session III - Ensuring Justice and Efficiency in Multiparty Arbitrations

What unique challenges arise in multiparty arbitrations, and how can tribunals and counsel work together to ensure justice and efficiency in these complex cases? 

Multiparty arbitrations involve multiple parties, often with competing interests, claims, and defenses. Ensuring justice and efficiency in these complex cases requires careful management and coordination. The discussion shall address the Unique Challenges in Multiparty Arbitrations and the best practices to address them.

• Moderator: Melisa Amarteifio, Partner, Sam Okudzeto & Associates, Accra
• Colleen Parker-Bacquet, Counsel, ICC International Court of Arbitration
• Augustine B. Kidisil, Managing Partner and Head of the Dispute Resolution practice, Templars Ghana, Accra
• Funke Adekoya, Independent Arbitrator, Lagos

15:00-15:10

Q&A Session

15:10-15:30

Closing Speech

• James Kwamena Anaman, Ag. Chair, ICC Ghana

15:30-16:00

Coffee Break and Welcome of ICC YAAF Participants

16:00-17:30

ICC YAAF Fireside chat - Promoting Mediation and Career Building in International Arbitration

Registration and Programme here .