The event offers an opportunity to discuss arbitration as an alternative dispute mechanism in the Latin American region and practical strategies to fulfill one of the greatest concerns of arbitration users: how to make a proceeding efficient?
The evening will begin with a keynote speech by Claudia Benavides, Member of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, about the viewpoints of international commercial arbitration in Latin America. After that, a panel will discuss the best practices and strategies for achieving more efficient arbitration proceedings from the perspectives of arbitrators, parties and their counsels. Finally, a networking space will be offered for the assistants.
The event is intended for practitioners in the field of commercial arbitration.
(Bogota Time Zone)
17:30-17:40
Registration
17:40-17:45
Introduction
Diana Correa, Arbitrator, Professor Universidad Externado, President of CEIA´s Colombian Chapter, Bogota
17:45-18:05
Perspectives on International Commercial Arbitration in Latin America
Claudia Benavides, Partner, Baker McKenzie, Bogota; Member, ICC International Court of Arbitration
18:05-19:15
Panel: Best Practices and Strategies for an Efficient Proceeding
At ICC, we believe that through training and mentorship, we can shape the next generation of leading international arbitration and ADR experts. Through the ICC Young Arbitration and ADR Forum (YAAF) network, we are able to better inform, connect and inspire young professionals with interests in dispute resolution and dispute avoidance.
Throughout the world, ICC YAAF organises a number of educational and social events that allow young professionals to discover best practices, discuss topical issues, network and create meaningful connections with experienced practitioners.