ICC YAAF: Drafting Dispute Resolution Clauses & Careers in Arbitration
Join us the week of the Harvard Law School Vis Pre-Moot for an afternoon two-part panel discussion.
Venue: 1585 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138 (Wasserstein Hall), Room Milstein West
| 3:30 - 3:40 | Welcoming remarks |
| 3:40 - 4:20 |
Drafting Dispute Resolution Clauses: Basics and Beyond
Have you ever used a multi-tiered dispute resolution clause? Should you? What's your go-to seat of arbitration? Why? What does your client prioritize when it comes to dispute resolution, and what are they willing to be flexible on? This practical panel will discuss these questions and more. Panelists will guide participants from the fundamentals of drafting dispute resolution clauses to more sophisticated strategic considerations. They will discuss template resources, key questions to ask during the drafting process, and lessons learned from real‑world practice. Attendees will come away with practical insights to strengthen their clause‑drafting skills. |
| 4:30 - 4:30 | Bathroom/coffee break |
| 4:30 - 5:25 |
Ask Me (Almost) Anything: Careers in Arbitration
Starting, or advancing, a career in arbitration isn't always easy. With so many potential career paths in the field, figuring out your next steps can feel overwhelming. In this informal, candid session, arbitration professionals who have taken a wide variety of paths to their current roles will share how they got started, lessons they learned along the way, and practical advice for charting your own trajectory. Designed for students and early‑career practitioners, this panel is a chance to ask questions, hear real stories, and gain insight into what it takes to build your career in arbitration. |
| 5:25 - 5:30 | Closing remarks |
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.