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Join us for an engaging session on tools and tips for effective advocacy in international arbitration. Leading practitioners from diverse jurisdictions will explore best practices for persuasive arguments, effective communication and strategic case presentation. The interactive panel discussions will provide invaluable insights into crafting compelling submissions, managing evidence effectively, as well as mastering written and oral advocacy to achieve favourable outcomes. The session will be followed by a networking reception.
Who should attend?
- Practising lawyers
- Young arbitration and ADR practitioners
- In-house counsel
- Academics and experts
- Students interested in a career in arbitration
(Dubai Time Zone)
17:30 – 18:00 |
Registration |
18:00 – 18:05 |
Opening Remarks
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18:05 – 18:30 |
Keynote Address
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18:30 – 19:15 |
Panel I: Strategic Communication and Persuasion Techniques
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19:15 – 20:00 |
Panel II: Tips for Effective Written Advocacy
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20:00 – 20:30 |
Networking Reception |
Chiann Bao |
Independent Arbitrator, Singapore |
Paul Blakeway |
Senior Counsel, Horizons & Co, Dubai |
Efat Elsherif |
Associate, White & Case LLP, New York |
Athina Fouchard |
Independent Arbitrator, AFP Arbitration, Paris |
Nora Fredstie |
ICC YAAF Representative for Europe; Partner, DAC Beachcroft, London |
Dr. Mahmood Hussain |
Founding Partner, M&Co Legal, Dubai |
Lillian Khoury |
Associate, Steptoe LLP, Washington, D.C. |
Dr. Zeina Obeid |
ICC YAAF Representative for Middle East; Partner, Obeid & Partners, Dubai |
Amr Omran |
Counsel, Freshfields LLP, Dubai |
Zaynab Penot |
Founding Partner, Averroes Law, Abu Dhabi |
Abdallah Salam |
Senior Associate, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP, New York |
Khushboo Shahdadpuri |
Senior Counsel, Al Tamimi & Co, Dubai |
Venue |
White & Case LLP |
Working language |
English |
For further information, please contact:
Amr Omran |
Counsel, Freshfields LLP, Dubai |
+971 4 5099 160 |
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.