Join us in the Big Apple for the 9th edition of the ICC YAAF Global Conference to share experiences, discuss hot topics in international arbitration, and enrich your global network.
Don't miss this biennial conference: unique gathering of young arbitration and ADR practitioners from all over the world! Get involved in the kind of top level debates that are often reserved for the most experienced practitioners. Panels include representatives from all regions of the world, making the event a truly global conference.
Set in a prestigious setting, yet in a casual and fun atmosphere, participants will be given numerous opportunities to network and strengthen links within the young arbitration and ADR community and to interact with peers from all over the world. The programme includes an academic part as well as a social one.
Mark your calendar for the entire week as the 19th ICC New York Conference on International Arbitration and an ICC Institute of World Business Law Advanced Training on Amicable Settlement of Disputes in International Arbitration will be taking place on 25-26 September 2024!
Who should attend?
Open to young dispute resolution practitioners aged 40 and under, ICC YAAF provides a range of opportunities for individuals to gain knowledge, develop skills, build networks and garner a better understanding of ICC's Dispute Resolution Services.
Testimonial
"The Middle East continues to witness significant advancements in international arbitration, positioning itself as a key player in global dispute resolution."
Zeina Obeid, Partner, Obeid & Partners
All times are in EST.
ICC Institute of World Business Law Advanced Training on Amicable Settlement of Disputes in International Arbitration
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09.00 – 09.10 |
Welcoming address, introduction and presentation of the seminar |
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09.15 – 10.10 |
Should arbitrators act as settlement facilitators?
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Q&A |
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10.45 – 11.30 |
Indirect Settlement Facilitation by Arbitrators
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11.30 – 12.30 |
Q&A and case scenarios |
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12.30 – 14.00 |
Lunch |
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14.00 – 14.45 |
Direct Settlement Facilitation by Arbitrators
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14.45 – 15.45 |
Simulation of a settlement conference and Q&A |
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15.45 – 16.05 |
Coffee break |
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16.05 – 16.50 |
Drafting an award by consent: ICC practice
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16.50 – 17.50 |
Q&A and case scenarios |
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17.50 – 18.00 |
Closing remarks |
All times are Eastern Time (ET)
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8.15 - 9.00 |
Registration and welcome coffee |
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9.00 - 9.15 |
Welcome remarks |
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9.15 - 10.15 |
Navigating the Global Business Landscape: Perspectives for North America from the ICC-Jus Connect-McCann Report on Cross-Cultural Business Further to the unveiling of the ICC-Jus Connect-McCann Report on Cross-Cultural Business earlier this year, the session will set out the findings of the global survey and offer insights for North American businesses and dispute resolution professionals on new ways to look at commerce, culture, and dispute resolution.
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10.15 - 11.15 |
Arbitration & ADR: the Best Medicine for Life Sciences Disputes? As one of the most innovative and regulated sectors globally, the life sciences sector grapples with many sources of complex disputes, from intellectual property rights and licensing agreements to supply chain disruptions and regulatory compliance issues. This panel will explore the unique challenges and opportunities associated with resolving disputes through arbitration and ADR in the life sciences sector. Panelists will share their insights, experiences, and best practices for contracting in the life sciences sector and effectively navigating disputes that do arise. Finally, panelists will discuss the types of future disputes that will likely arise out of today's R&D, licensing agreements, and transactions.
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11.15 - 11.45 |
Coffee break |
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11.45 - 12.45 |
Time to Retool: Unleashing the Potential of Under-Utilized ADR Tools and Techniques The use of ADR mechanisms other than arbitration can lead to more time- and cost-effective resolution of disputes, but mechanisms such as mediation, expert proceedings, and dispute boards are often overlooked and under-utilized. This interactive panel will focus on ways that parties, counsel, and arbitrators can effectively integrate these existing ADR tools and techniques, and adopt new creative approaches in their dispute resolution processes. This panel will start with a brief overview of the recent Effective Conflict Management report from the ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR. Each panelist will then put forth an innovative proposal with respect to one ADR tool or technique that should be used more often to help parties get back to doing business. The audience and the rest of the panel will be invited to engage in a dialogue with the panelists’ ideas and vote on their proposals. |
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12.45 - 14.30 |
Lunch |
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14.30 - 15.45 |
Contracting and Arbitrating with States and State-owned Entities: Emerging Trends, Challenges and Best Practices States and state-owned entities (SoEs) are increasingly involved in cross-border commercial activity. The number of commercial arbitrations between private parties and state actors has grown significantly in the last decade, especially in the energy and infrastructure sectors, and is likely to continue rising as global economic dynamics shift.
Commercial arbitrations with states and SoEs present unique challenges compared to disputes with only private parties. Panelists will shed light on best practices related to managing commercial arbitration proceedings with states and SoEs from initiation to award enforcement. They will also explore the latest on navigating sovereign immunity and delve into other critical substantive and procedural issues for effectively managing contracts and resolving disputes involving states and SoEs.
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15.45 - 16.15 |
Coffee break |
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16.15 - 17.15 |
Mock Session of the ICC International Court of Arbitration: Spotlight on Multi-Party & Multi-Contract Issues and Consolidation Join members of the ICC International Court of Arbitration (ICC Court) in an interactive mock session where conference attendees will be able to get a behind- the-scenes look at the work of the ICC Court and act as ICC Court members contributing to decisions on multi-party & multi-contract issues, consolidation and more.
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17.15 - 17.25 |
Closing Remarks |
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17.30 - 18.30 |
Cocktail Reception
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08:00 – 09:00 |
Registration and breakfast |
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09:00 – 09:20 |
Welcoming remarks from the Global Coordinating Committee
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09:20 – 09:50 |
From YAAF Representative to the first female ICC Court President: the power in shaping your own future
Interviewed by: Yasmine Lahlou Partner, Chaffetz Lindsey LLP; Court Member, ICC International Court of Arbitration, New York |
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09:50 – 10:00 |
Q&A session |
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10:00 – 11:30 |
Arbitration and ADR World Tour This panel will take us on a tour of the current state of play of Arbitration and ADR around the world. We will delve into recent developments as well as recent landmark jurisprudence in the regions.
Moderator: Gwenllian Kern-Allely, Deputy Counsel, ICC International Court of Arbitration |
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11:30 – 11:45 |
Q&A session |
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11:45 – 12:00 |
Coffee break |
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12:00 – 13:00 |
How to become the “ideal” international arbitration and ADR practitioner without losing your mind
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13:00 – 13:15 |
Q&A session |
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13:15 – 15:15 |
Lunch |
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15:15 – 16:30 |
Debating the Future: Two Oxford-Style Debates on International Arbitration This panel will feature two Oxford-style debates on pressing issues in international arbitration. This event will bring together experts from around the world to argue both sides of the motion, providing a dynamic and thought-provoking experience.
Debaters:
Moderated By: Ole Jensen, Managing Counsel, ArbBoutique: ICC YAAF Representative for Europe 2024-2026, Berlin
Debaters:
Moderated by: Jose Sanchez, Partner, Vinson & Elkins; ICC YAAF Representative for North America 2021-2024, New York |
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16:30 – 18:15 |
Dispute Resolution All Stars: Global Edition Join us for an exciting gameshow-style panel where you will team up with other young practitioners from around the world to join forces and compete to answer the most challenging questions in the Arbitration and ADR field. This interactive session promises to be both entertaining and informative, offering valuable insights and a chance to see our experts in action. Team Captains:
Hosts:
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18:15 – 18:30 |
Concluding remarks |
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18:30 |
Cocktail kindly hosted by Hogan Lovells |
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Haifa Al-Huwaidi |
Partner, Al-Huwaidi Legal Group; ICC YAAF Representative for Middle East 2024-2026, Kuwait City |
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Mariia Artemenko |
Associate, Herbert Smith Freehills; ICC YAAF Representative for South Asia 2024-2026, Melbourne |
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Álvaro Awad |
Partner, Contreras Velozo; ICC YAAF Representative for Latin America 2021-2024, Santiago de Chile |
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Eric Bédard |
Partner, Woods LLP; ICC YAAF Representative 2021-2024, Montreal |
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María Angélica Burgos |
Partner, Burgos Dispute Resolution; ICC YAAF Representative for Latin America 2024-2026, Bogota |
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Serene Chee |
Senior Associate, Allen & Gledhill LLP; ICC YAAF Representative for South Asia 2024-2026, Singapore |
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Erick Clavel |
Partner, Clavel Abogados; ICC YAAF Representative for Latin America 2021-2024, Mexico City |
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Sofia de Sampaio Jalles |
Partner, Armesto & Asociados; ICC YAAF Representative for Europe 2024-2026, Madrid |
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Juliana de Valdenebro Garrido |
Counsel, Hogan Lovells; ICC YAAF Representative for North America 2021-2024, Miami |
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Thomas Fearis |
Head of Business Development & Client Services, Asia-Pacific, Berkeley Research Group (BRG); ICC YAAF Representative for North Asia 2024-2026, Hong Kong |
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Abbey Hawthorne |
Deputy Director, Arbitration and ADR, North America, ICC Dispute Resolution Services |
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Jennifer Huang |
Senior Associate, Mayer Brown; ICC YAAF Representative for North America 2024-2026, New York |
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Abang Iwawan |
Managing Partner, Abang & Co; ICC YAAF Representative for South Asia 2024-2026, Kuala Lumpur |
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Ole Jensen |
Managing Counsel, ArbBoutique: ICC YAAF Representative for Europe 2024-2026, Berlin |
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Nora Jox Fredstie |
Partner, DAC Beachcroft; ICC YAAF Representative for Europe 2024-2026, London |
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Lionel Kabeya |
Legal and business consultant, Arbitrator and mediator, Fédération des Entreprises du Congo (FEC); ICC YAAF Representative for Africa 2024-2026, Kinshasa |
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Gwenllian Kern-Allely |
Deputy Counsel, ICC International Court of Arbitration |
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Yasmine Lahlou |
Partner, Chaffetz Lindsey LLP; Court Member, ICC International Court of Arbitration, New York |
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Charlotte Matthews |
Senior Associate, HANEFELD; ICC YAAF Representative for Europe 2024-2026, Paris |
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Benjamin Ng’eno |
Associate; Lalive (London) LLP; ICC YAAF Representative for Africa 2024-2026, London |
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Zeina Obeid |
Partner, Obeid & Partners; ICC YAAF Representative for Middle East 2024-2026, Beirut/Dubai |
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Jayashree Parihar |
Counsel, PSL Advocates & Solicitors; ICC YAAF Representative for South Asia 2024-2026, New Delhi |
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Diane Peng |
Partner, Fangda Partners; ICC YAAF Representative for North Asia 2021-2024, Beijing |
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Sebastien Pepin |
Senior Legal Counsel, dlocal; ICC YAAF Representative for Europe 2024-2026, Paris |
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Claudia Salomon |
President, ICC International Court of Arbitration |
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Jose Sanchez |
Partner, Vinson & Elkins; ICC YAAF Representative for North America 2021-2024, New York |
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Joseph Siyaidon |
Team Lead, Stren & Blan Partners, ICC YAAF Representative for Africa 2024-2026, Lagos |
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Christopher Smith |
Counsel, Smith, Gambrell & Russell; ICC YAAF Representative for North America 2021-2024, Atlanta |
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Nancy M. Thevenin |
Esq., FCIArb, Independent Arbitrator, Thevenin Arbitration & ADR, New York |
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Martín Vainstein |
Partner, Marval O’Farrell Mairal ; ICC YAAF Representative for Latin America 2024-2026, Buenos Aires |
| Venue | Hogan Lovells US LLP, 390 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10017, United States |
| Registration information |
Registration fees
Package – 19th ICC New York Conference & 9th ICC YAAF Global Conference (10% discount) ICC members: Special discounts: Please contact icc.yaaf@iccwbo.org for more details.
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| Travel and accommodation |
Participants are responsible for making their own travel arrangements and hotel reservations. We are able to dispatch visa invitation letters to support your visa application only after receipt of your registration and full payment of your registration fees. |
| Cancellation policy |
50% of the registration fee will be refunded if notice of cancellation is received in writing before Friday 23 August 2024. Cancellations after this date are non-refundable.
Please be informed that any form of cancellation will incur a cancellation fee of 20% of the registration fee which must be covered by the participant.
Subject to agreement from ICC Global Events prior to the event, the registration may be transferred to another person from the same company or organisation at no extra charge. Updated registration information will be required.
Please note that ICC reserves the right to cancel this event or to make minor alterations to the content and timing of the programme or to the identity of the speakers. In the unlikely event of cancellation, delegates will be offered a full refund. ICC will not, however, be held responsible for any related expense incurred by the participant. |
| Disclaimer |
The photos and audiovisual recordings taken at this event may be used and published by ICC, its subsidiaries or affiliates, for informational or promotional purposes in printed materials or online, including on ICC websites and in social media. Participation in the event implies agreement to such use of photos or audiovisual recordings in which the participant may appear unless ICC receives written notification to the contrary. |
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Katherine Lievano |
ICC YAAF Global Coordinating Committee |
Sponsorship packages
Tailor-made packages are also available to suit your company’s marketing goals and budgets.
Lunch sponsor – (2 Slots available 6,000 EUR)
- Opportunity to sponsor the lunch (open to all participants) on 27 September
- Exhibition space at the venue
- 3 registrations to the conference
- testimonial video from a YAAF rep. to be played during session breaks (including subtitles)
- Logo on participant on-site photographs
Brunch Sponsor - (1 Slot available 7,000 EUR)
- Opportunity to sponsor a brunch (private only for YAAF Reps of all mandates) on 28 September
- Exhibition space at the venue
- 3 registrations to the conference
- YAAF rep. testimonial video to be played during session breaks (including subtitles)
- Logo on participant on-site photographs
General Packages
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BENEFITS |
STRATEGIC €5,000 |
BRANDING €2,500 |
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Opportunity to distribute 1 marketing collateral* |
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Exhibition space at the venue |
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Testimonial quote from a YAAF rep. posted on the event page |
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Email communication on behalf of sponsors |
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Opportunity to provide Delegate Bags OR Lanyards OR Notebooks & Pens OR Water Bottles (as available)* |
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Complementary registrations |
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Sponsor recognition on ICC arbitration and YAAF social media channels |
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*Sponsor to bear all associated costs.
Bundle up with the ICC NY Conference on International Arbitration and benefit from 1 week of visibility with top arbitration professionals.
If you are a sponsor of the ICC NY Conference on International Arbitration, we propose an upgrade with the following prices:
Strategic YAAF Sponsorship - 3,000 EUR
Branding YAAF Sponsorship - 1,000 EUR
Contact us for more information.
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What is ICC YAAF?
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.