Join us on Thursday 15 January at 1pm CET for an interactive discussion on “Recent Developments on Enforcement in the UAE from Its Three Jurisdictions”, in our ‘A Case in Time’ Headnote series. Sara Koleilat-Aranjo, Issey Park, and Chelsea Pollard, of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, the authors of the GAP chapter on UAE, will provide a discussion on the cases Onshore UAE – Authority for Unification of Federal and Local Judicial Principles, Application No. 1 of 2025 (attached); Dubai Court of Cassation, Appeal No. 756 of 2025; DIFC – Neal v Nadir [2024] DIFC CA 001 (here) and ADGM – A17 v B17 [2025] ADGMCFI 0001 (here), followed by comments of Joanna Kisielińska-Garncarek of Gessel (short bios of the speakers below) and a Q&A with the participants. Chatham … Read More
Realising Arbitral Justice: Access to International Arbitration and Enforcement of Awards
Durham Law School is the only law school outside of London that joined the program as part of London Arbitration Week’s university day program, along with LSE, King’s and Queen Mary. The panel examines the critical role national courts play after an arbitral award is rendered. It explores the legal and practical challenges of enforcing arbitration awards across different jurisdictions under the New York Convention. The discussion examines the tension between judicial intervention and party autonomy, trends in cross-border enforcement, and the evolving approach of courts toward recognition and execution of arbitral awards. The panel offers comparative perspectives from the UK, Europe, and South Asia, highlighting key lessons for practitioners and businesses relying on international arbitration. SPEAKERS: The Hon. Mr Justice … Read More
The Battle of the Seats: The Attractivity of Civil and Common Law Seats
On Wednesday 12 November, conclude your DAW conference day with this engaging event that will combine light banter and serious insights into the current trend of arbitration law reform and what makes an arbitral seat attractive. Starting at 5.30pm at the Ritz-Carlton (DIFC), the programme is as follows: Register here for this event jointly organised by Morgan Lewis, Delos Dispute Resolution and Paris Place d’Arbitrage.
From Mandate to Award: A Candid Conversation between In-House Counsel and Barristers on corporate expectations for international arbitration
7 Wentworth Selborne and Delos Dispute Resolution invite in-house counsel, counsel and lawyers for a dynamic panel that brings together unique perspectives from leading barristers, arbitrators and in-house counsel to discuss the legal and commercial considerations involved from the moment a dispute arises to the enforcement of a final award. The panel will provide insights into how advocacy teams can assist a client to achieve their strategic objectives, manage costs, navigate tribunal dynamics, to deliver results that meet commercial expectations. The event will feature opening remarks by Neil Kaplan CBE KC SBS, and the panellists will be Chester Brown SC (7 Wentworth Selborne, Sydney), William Marshall (7 Wentworth Selborne, Sydney), and Ruth Stackpool-Moore (Omni Bridgeway, Singapore). Edwina Kwan (ACCR, Sydney) … Read More
Making Investment Dispute Settlement More Accessible to SMEs
High costs, complex procedures, and limited resources can prevent small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from accessing effective dispute settlement mechanisms, leaving them at a disadvantage compared to larger investors. While larger corporations may have the legal and financial muscle to pursue claims, SMEs frequently lack access to affordable legal advice, risk mitigation tools or information about their rights. Recent discussions in the UNCITRAL Working Group III along with regional treaty reform efforts such as CETA have highlighted the need to adapt dispute settlement mechanisms to better reflect the realities faced by SMEs. Proposed reforms include the creation of advisory centres, streamlined procedures such as appointing a sole arbitrator, adopting shorter timelines, and implementing enhanced transparency in both procedural rules and … Read More
International Arbitration Conference 2025
The International Arbitration Conference returns to Sydney this October for a full day of thought-provoking discussion, global insights and practical takeaways. Proudly organised and hosted by ACICA, and co-hosted by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Australia, this premier event brings together leading practitioners, academics and industry experts on the international arbitration calendar in Australia. Set in the iconic Sofitel Sydney Wentworth ballroom, this flagship event marks the official opening of Australian Arbitration Week. Featuring a keynote address, expert panel discussions, and unparalleled networking opportunities with arbitration professionals from around the world. Register here.
Australian Arbitration Week 2025
The 13th annual Australian Arbitration Week (AAW) will take place in Sydney from 12-17 October 2025. We are delighted to be returning to Sydney for the first time since the COVID pandemic. Attendees will enjoy what they have come to expect of AAW, a week of high quality, dynamic and diverse panel discussions complemented by social events to connect and reconnect with friends and colleagues offering the genuine and warm hospitality Australia is known for. The AAW Welcome Reception and ACICA’s 40th Anniversary Celebration will start off AAW providing an opportunity to gather and catch up ahead of the week’s substantive sessions. AAW aims to bring together communities and address issues pertinent to Australia and the wider region with a global lens. AAW travels to a different state … Read More
GAP HEADNOTE SERIES – Taiwan (by Formosa Transnational)
On Thursday 6 June took place an interactive discussion on “Annulment Lawsuit? A Case Study of How to Challenge an Arbitral Award Seated in Taiwan and Applying ICC Rules“, in our ‘A Case in Time’ Headnote series. Weiyu Chiang and Brian Lai, of Formosa Transnational, one of the authors of the GAP chapter on Taiwan, provided a discussion of the selected cases, followed by comments of Nguyen Ngoc Minh (Mr.) of Dzungsrt & Associates (short bios of the speakers below) and a Q&A with the participants. Chatham House rules apply. The event chat was open to facilitate networking and interaction. The recording is available here. You can find out more about Delos’s Guide to Arbitration Places (GAP) here, and sign up for GAP news here, … Read More
GAP HEADNOTE SERIES – Greece (by KLC Law Firm)
On Thursday 18 July took place an interactive discussion on “Greece’s chapter of the Achmea saga: reflecting on the country’s Supreme Administrative Court recent case law”, in our ‘A Case in Time’ headnote series. Tasos Kollas and Anastasis Kardamakis, of KLC Law Firm, the authors of the GAP chapter on Greece, provided a discussion of the selected cases, followed by comments from Truong Nu Hoang Giang (Ms.) of Dzungsrt & Associates (short bios of the speakers below) and a Q&A with the participants. Chatham House rules applied. The event chat was opened to facilitate networking and interaction. The recording is available here. You can find out more about Delos’s Guide to Arbitration Places (GAP) here, and sign up for GAP news here, and … Read More
Corruption and arbitration / award challenge: What lessons can we learn from P&ID v Nigeria?
Join us, online or in person, at London International Disputes Week (LIDW)! Our event, jointly organised with White & Case, Linklaters, and Control Risks, will take place on Wednesday 5 June, at 11am – 12.30pm, online and at the offices of White & Case in London. We will discuss the finality of arbitration awards as one of the key benefits of arbitration as an alternative method of resolving disputes. Even though an award is final, the NYC provides for grounds for refusing to recognise an award or challenging an award, which notably include instances where corruption allegations are established. It is therefore important for practitioners to be aware of the evolution of these key issues including what role (if any) … Read More
