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This is an online series of events hosted by CIArb’s YMG, taking place between 23 – 24 February 2021. These events are part of the India leg of the CIArb YMG World Tour 2021.
WEEK 6, INDIA: This leg of the Tour features four interactive sessions with diverse leading experts in arbitration and mediation.
- 23 February 2021 – Day 1 Session 1
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- 5.00pm IST, 11.30am GMT
- 23 February 2021 – Day 1 Session 2
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- 6.15pm IST, 12.45pm GMT
- 24 February 2021 – Day 2 Session 1
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- 5.00pm IST, 11.30am GMT
- 24 February 2021 – Day 2 Session 2
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- 6.15pm IST, 12.45pm GMT
Further details on the individual events can be found below. Please check your local time zone.
Cost(s): Attendance to these online events is free, however pre-registration for each event is required.
23 February 2021: Day 1 | Session 1:
The speakers will discuss recent trends and developments in International Arbitration in India - what we have seen in 2020, and what can be expected in 2021 and beyond. Construction Arbitration continues to pick up in India and abroad with Indian parties, which will form part of this discussion. Another important consideration would be diversity - women in arbitration and youth as arbitrators! Will the changes in the 2020 Ordinance pave way for expanding this ambit?
Speakers:
- Hon'ble Ms. Justice Indu Malhotra | Judge, Supreme Court of India
- Ratan K Singh FCIArb | Director, India: CIArb UK | Chairperson, India : SCL UK
- Dana MacGrath | President, ArbitralWomen | Omni Bridgeway
- Shashank Garg MCIArb | Advani & Co. | IAF | DIAC
- Kshama Loya | CIArb India YMG | Nishith Desai Associates
Moderator:
- Ishaan Madaan | Founder, Arbinsol | International Arbitration Attorney
23 February 2021: Day 1 | Session 2
Discussions on the developing trends in investments and the future of dispute resolution concerning India. The speakers will discuss trends, developments and changes in treaties. As India emerges as a key global leader, what does the future of investment disputes looks like?
Speakers:
- Dr. Rishab Gupta | Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas
- Moazzam Khan | Nishith Desai Associates
- Ravi Shankar Jhan | Sr. Investment Specialist, Invest India, Govt of India
- Manasi Chatpalliwar | Principal Associate, P&A Law Offices
Moderator:
- Shwetha Bidhuri | Head, SIAC (South Asia)
24 February 2021: Day 2 | Session 1:
The panel, a balance of general counsel and arbitration practitioners, will discuss challenges faced by businesses during the pandemic, and the road ahead. The discussion will also cover ADR from a business perspective, the scope of third-party funding and the importance of diversity in arbitral and counsel appointments.
Speakers:
- Manish Lamba | GC, DLG Cyber City Developers
- Sherina Petit| Head of India practice, Norton Rose Fulbright | India Chair, The Pledge
- Debolina Partap | GC, Wockhardt Pharmaceuticals
- Kartikey Mahajan MCIArb | Counsel, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas
Moderator:
- Chinmayee Pendse MCIArb | Core Member, CIArb YMG, India
24 February 2021: Day 2 | Session 2
Mediation In India: A Crossroads To The Future
Speakers:
- Hon’ble Justice S Ravindra Bhat | Supreme Court of India
- Dr Dilip Ukey | Vice Chancellor, Maharashtra National Law University
- Anil Xavier | President, Indian Institute of Arbitration & Mediation
- Iram Majid MCIArb | Ex. Director, Asia Pacific Center for Arbitration & Mediation
- Chakrapani Misra | Partner, Khaitan & Co.
Moderator:
- Jaya Sharma FCIArb | Co-Chair, International Committee, American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution
CIArb is proud to collaborate with the following ADR institutions in Asia in the production of this Series:
