ICC YAAF: Navigating the Setting Aside of Arbitral Awards, Expedited & Ad Hoc Arbitrations in Qatar
This event aims to provide in-depth insights into the legal framework and practical considerations surrounding the annulment of arbitral awards, as well as the procedures for expedited and ad hoc arbitrations in Qatar.
The panel will delve into:
- Setting Aside of Arbitral Awards: On the grounds and procedures for challenging arbitral awards in Qatar, as outlined in the Civil and Commercial Arbitration Law No. 2 of 2017, and will discuss recent experience of setting aside arbitral awards.
- Expedited Arbitration Procedures: Recent experience of ICC expedited arbitrations, which emphasise efficiency.
- Ad Hoc Arbitration: Examine the challenges and opportunities associated with ad hoc arbitration in Qatar, including the appointment of arbitrators and the role of national courts.
This seminar is particularly relevant for inhouse counsel, legal professionals and businesses engaged in or considering arbitration in Qatar. It offers a platform to understand the evolving arbitration landscape and to engage with experts on the practical and legal aspects of arbitration in the region.
Qatar Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Lusail, Doha, Qatar
Meera Aldhaheri, Executive Assistant, MENA, ICC Dispute Resolution Services - meera.aldhaheri@iccwbo.org
8:30 - 9:00 Registration & Morning Coffee
9:00 - 9:10 Welcome Speech
- Mai El-Dafrawy, Administration and Communication Officer, ICC Qatar
- Marc Moubarak, Senior Counsel, Crowell & Moring, Doha
- Ahmed Habib, ICC YAAF Representative for MENA; Senior Associate, DWF LLP, Paris
9:10 - 10:10 Panel Discussion: Expedited and Ad Hoc Arbitrations in Qatar
- Pamela McDonald, Partner and Global Co-Head of International Arbitration, Pinsent Masons, Doha
- Claudia El Hage, Managing Partner, Rashid Raja Al Marri Law Office, Doha
- Janaina Angelakis, Head of Legal, United Developer W.L.L., Doha
10:10 - 10:30 Networking Session
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.
