ICC YAAF: From Preparation to Practice: Excelling in Arbitration
This ICC Young Arbitration and ADR Forum (YAAF) event is organized at the occasion of the 13th ICC MENA Conference on International Arbitration. This dynamic event offers young practitioners a unique opportunity to engage with experts, gain practical insights, and network with peers and leaders in international arbitration.
The conference will feature two insightful panel discussions and an interactive quiz competition. The first panel will focus on advocacy skills, offering practical tips and strategies to excel in arbitration hearings, particularly for those preparing for their first hearing. The second panel will explore regional developments in arbitration, addressing key trends and challenges that shape the MENA arbitration landscape.
An exciting highlight of the event is the MENA Arbitration Quiz, where attendees will be split into teams to compete in a multiple-choice quiz covering arbitration issues relevant to the region. This interactive session promises to be both educational and engaging, fostering a spirit of collaboration, exchanging knowledge and friendly competition.
Meera Aldhaheri, Executive Assistant: meera.aldhaheri@iccwbo.org
Venue:
ADGM Dispute Resolution Hearing Centre (formerly known as the ADGM Arbitration Centre)
ADGM Square, Al Maqam Tower, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
Time: 13:00-13:20
Opening Remarks
- Sherif Akl, Director, ICC Arbitration and ADR, Middle East, ICC Dispute Resolution Services
Time: 13:20-14:05
Preparing for your first hearing
- Moderator: Malak Nasreddine, ICC YAAF Regional Representative for the Middle East; Associate, Al Tamimi & Company, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Karim Mariey, Partner, ICC YAAF Regional Representative for the Middle East; White & Case LLP, Riyadh
- Fatma Al Amri, ICC YAAF Regional Representative for the Middle East; Senior Associate, Al Yaqdhan Al Busaidi Law Firm in association with Dentons, Muscat, Oman
- Zeina Obeid, ICC YAAF Regional Representative for the Middle East; Partner, Obeid & Partners, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Time: 14:05-14:50
Regional developments in arbitration
- Moderator: Zeina Obeid, ICC YAAF Regional Representative for the Middle East; Partner, Obeid & Partners, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Dr. S. Mohammadali Abdollahi, ICC YAAF Regional Representative for the Middle East; Managing Partner, Abdollahi & Associates, Tehran, Iran
- Salma Nasreldine, ICC YAAF Regional Representative for the Middle East; Senior Associate, Shahid Law Firm, Cairo, Egypt
- Malak Nasreddine, ICC YAAF Regional Representative for the Middle East; Associate, Al Tamimi & Company, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Time:14:50 – 15:00
Break
Time: 15:00 – 15:45
MENA Arbitration Quiz
- Haifa A. Al-Huwaidi, ICC YAAF Regional Representative for the Middle East; Partner, Al-Huwaidi Legal Group, Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Salma Nasreldine, ICC YAAF Regional Representative for the Middle East; Senior Associate, Shahid Law Firm, Cairo, Egypt
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.
