Practical information
Programme
In international arbitration, time is key. This year’s CEPANI colloquium will explore the role of time in arbitration proceedings from multiple perspectives. The programme starts with a discussion on the availability of urgent measures, both before and during proceedings, including the increasing use of emergency arbitration in recent years. Next, we will focus on tools for enhancing efficiency in arbitration, whether through effective case management techniques or the use of expedited procedures. In addition, speakers will examine time limits at various stages of the arbitration—during the proceedings, for the issuance of the award, and following the award—as well as the consequences of non-compliance. We will conclude the day with a view from the users, as a panel of in-house counsel and senior executives will share their views on the importance and practical management of time in arbitration.
All topics will be addressed from a comparative perspective, drawing from different jurisdictions and arbitration rules.
The day will also offer valuable networking opportunities over coffee breaks, a walking lunch, and a closing cocktail reception.
9:00-9:10 Welcome
Word from the President
9:10 - 9:30 Introduction
Sophie Goldman, Co-Chair of CEPANI Academic Committee, Hanotiau Tossens Goldman (Brussels)
9:30 - 10:15 Urgency in Arbitration
Maria Hauser-Morel, Hanefeld (Paris)
10:15-10:45 Coffee break
10:45 – 11:45 Speed in Arbitration
Organizing the proceedings and taking of evidence differently to gain time
Arnaud Nuyts, Liedekerke (Brussels) and Jacomijn van Haersolte - van Hof, Fountain Court Chambers (London)
Expedited proceedings
Rogier Schellaars, Enhance Arbitration (Amsterdam) and Catherine Anne Kunz, lalive (Geneva)
11:45 – 12:45 Timing during the Arbitration
Timing for disclosure, objections and challenges to arbitrators
Lauren Rasking, A&O Shearman (Brussels) and Diamana Diawara, Talex International (Paris)
Time limits, timely objections and due process
Pascal Hollander, Hollander Vermeire Dispute Resolution (Brussels) and Paolo Marzolini, Patocchi & Marzolini (Geneva)
Lunch 12:45-14:00
14:00- 14:30 Time limits to render the Arbitral Award
Guillaume Croisant, Linklaters (Brussels) and Jan Spangenberg, Spangenberg (Hamburg)
14:30-15:00 Time limits post- Arbitral Award
Yves Herinckx, Herinckx (Brussels) and Roelien van den Berg, Avizor (Amsterdam)
Coffee break 15:00 – 15:30
15:30-16:30 Panel: The user’s view on the importance and the management of time in arbitration
Moderated by Dirk De Meulemeester, DMDB Law (Brussels)
16:30-16:45 : Q&A
16:45-17:00 : Closing remarks
Maarten Draye, Co-Chair of CEPANI Academic Committee, Draye Law (Brussels)
17:00-18:00 Cocktail Reception
Price
Price: CEPANI member= € 400,00 excl. VAT; Non-member = 450,00 € excl. VAT. A copy of the conference book is included in the price. CEPANI members benefit from a € 50,00 discount on the registration fee.
All cancellations must be communicated to CEPANI at least 3 working days before the day of the event in order to be taken into consideration.
How to reach CEPANI (@ VBO/FEB) by public transport
CEPANI is located within walking distance of the Brussels Central station, which offers train, subway and bus services.
Train: stop Brussels Central
Subway: stop Brussels Central (lines 1 and 5)
In the station, take the exit ‘Galerie Ravenstein’. Walk through the Galerie Ravenstein towards Rue Ravenstein, and turn right on this street. Walk 50 meters to find CEPANI in the building of the VBO/FEB on your right hand.
Tram: stop Place Royale (92, 8)
Bus: stop Central Station (29, 38, 63, 65, 66, 71) – stop Place Royale (27, 38, 71, 95)