CIArb News

The Complexity of Diversity in International Arbitration

05 Dec 2018

The event was kindly hosted by Mishcon de Reya LLP, and chaired by Irvinder Bakshi, immediate past president of the London branch.  The eminent panel comprised the Hon. Dame Linda Dobbs,  Professor Kate Malleson, Dr Jackie van Haersolte-van Hof, Director General of the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) and Jonathan Wood QC.

The panel agreed that considerable progress had been made on gender diversity in the professions, but that there were still few female international arbitrators.  Neither did the body of regular international arbitrators display diversity in ethnicity and social background. 

The panel discussed possible causes of the lack of diversity, which included party preferences, barriers to entry that apply to the professions as a whole, and the dominance of London as an arbitral seat.  Means by which arbitral institutions such as the CIArb and the LCIA could improve diversity in international arbitration were considered.

There followed a very active brainstorming between the audience and the panel, including a possible role for general counsel in large corporates, which may be keen to promote diversity in their choice of arbitrators. 

A drinks reception was kindly hosted by Mishcon de Reya LLP.

01 Jun 2023

Ciarb Rwanda Branch Launch

We are delighted to announce the launch of Ciarb Rwanda Branch on 2 June 2023.

 

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31 May 2023

Ciarb Responds to UK’s Second Consultation on the Arbitration Act 1996

Ciarb has issued its response to the UK Law Commission’s second consultation on reforms to the Arbitration Act 1996 (the Act). The second consultation revisits two topics covered in the first consultation: jurisdiction and discrimination.

 

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25 May 2023

Shaping the Future: A Recap of the Ciarb Qatar Conference & AGM 2023

The Ciarb Qatar Conference & Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2023 brought together over 400 esteemed professionals, experts, and thought leaders in the field of arbitration for a remarkable event filled with knowledge sharing, inspiring moments, and collaborative discussions. Held on 10 May 2023 at Four Seasons Hotel, Doha, the conference showcased a diverse range of panels, engaging speakers, and networking opportunities that left a lasting impact on attendees.

 

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