ICC YAAF-Rising Stars of Arbitration and Mediation: Empowering Young Lawyers for Success

25 Sep 2024

Almaty Russian
Start: 09:00 (Almaty) - End: 13:00 (Almaty)

Join ICC YAAF in Almaty! This event will discuss ethics in arbitration and use of mediation to resolve international disputes. 

This ICC YAAF event will feature two panels. The first panel will focus on the ethics in arbitration, exploring the critical importance of integrity and transparency in proceedings. The second panel will discuss mediation practices, with an emphasis on strategies for promoting amicable resolutions in international disputes. This conference offers a unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders, gain invaluable insights, and connect with peers who share your professional goals.

Programme

(Almaty Time Zone)

 

Time: 09:00-09:30

Registration

Time: 09:30-09:40

Welcoming remarks 

  • Aigoul Kenjebayeva, Partner,Dentons, former ICC Court Member, Almaty 
  • Anna Guillard Sazhko, ICC YAAF Representative for Europe and Central Asia, Independent Counsel and Arbitrator, Paris

Time: 09:40-10:00

Keynote address: Ethics in Arbitration

  • Aigoul Kenjebayeva, Partner, Dentons, former ICC Court Member, Almaty 

Time: 10:00-11:00

Ethical Foundations: Upholding Integrity in Arbitration

Speakers:

  • Nurzhan Anuarbek, Legal Director, North Caspian Operating Company (NCOC), Atyrau
  • Aida Ottesin, Lawyer, the Astana Bar, Astana
  • Zarina Seitova, Senior Legal Counsel, National Investment Fond "Samruk Kazyna", Astana
  • Dr Adilbek Tussupov, LL.M., Associate, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP, Frankfurt

Moderated by:

  • Nurbek Zhangaliyev, Associate, Kinstellar, Almaty 

Time: 11:00-11:20

Coffee break

Time: 11:20-12:20

Navigating the Nuances: Commercial Mediation Insights

Speakers:

  • Yevhenii Vasylchenko, ADR Deputy Counsel, ICC International Centre for ADR 
  • Fatima Iakupbaeva , Co-founder and Director, LawFirm “Precedent”, Mediator, Bishkek 
  • Almat Igenbayev, Managing Director, Litigation Department at the Astana International Financial Center, Astana

Moderated by: 

  • Djamshid Turdaliev, Partner, My Lawyer, Lecturer at the Tashkent State University of Law, Mediator, Tashkent

Time: 12:20-12:30

Closing remarks

  • Aigoul Kenjebayeva, Partner,Dentons, former ICC Court Member, Almaty 
  • Anna Guillard Sazhko, ICC YAAF Representative for Europe and Central Asia, Independent Counsel and Arbitrator, Paris

Time: 12:30-13:00

Networking with Special Guests

  • Sergey Vataev, Partner, Legit Advocates Bureau, Arbitrator, Almaty; Member, ICC International Court of Arbitration
  • Suleimenova Ulbossyn Azhdarovna, Judge emeritus, Supreme Court of Kazakhstan, Astana

Nurzhan Anuarbek

Legal Director, North Caspian Operating Company (NCOC), Atyrau

Suleimenova Ulbossyn Azhdarovna

Judge emeritus, Supreme Court of Kazakhstan, Astana

Fatima Iakupbaeva

Attorney and Managing Partner at 'Within the Law' Law Firm, Arbitrator and Mediator, Bishkek

Almat Igenbayev

Managing Director, Litigation Department at the Astana International Financial Center, Astana

Aigoul Kenjebayeva

Partner, Dentons, former ICC Court Member, Almaty

Aida Ottesin

Lawyer, Astana Bar, Astana

Anna Guillard Sazhko

ICC YAAF Representative for Europe and Central Asia, Independent Counsel and Arbitrator, Paris

Zarina Seitova

Senior Legal Counsel, National Investment Fond "Samruk Kazyna", Astana

Djamshid Turdaliev

Partner, My Lawyer, Lecturer, Tashkent State University of Law, Mediator, Tashkent

Dr Adilbek Tussupov, LL.M

Associate, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP, Frankfurt

Yevhenii Vasylchenko

Partner, Legit Advocates Bureau, Arbitrator, Almaty; Member, ICC International Court of Arbitration

Nurbek Zhangaliyev

Associate, Kinstellar, Almaty 

Venue

Rixos Almaty

Seyfullin Avenue 506/99

Almaty 050012, Kazakhstan

For further information, please contact

Anna Guillard Sazhko 

ICC YAAF Representative for Europe and Central Asia, Independent Counsel and Arbitrator, Paris 

anna@agslegal.xyz

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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.

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