ICC NL Annual Dispute Resolution Forum

Join us for the ICC NL Annual Dispute Resolution Forum: Commercial Disputes Demystified

This exclusive afternoon, moderated by in-house counsels, is designed to provide corporate counsels, practicing lawyers, and business professionals with valuable insights and practical guidance from our distinguished panelists.

What sets this forum apart is our strong focus on addressing the specific needs and concerns of businesses. The forum offers a unique opportunity for in-house counsels to directly engage with peers, discuss organizational challenges, and explore practical solutions tailored to the business environment. This hands-on approach ensures that the discussions are not just theoretical but grounded in real-world business needs.

Additionally, the forum offers open discussions on arbitration, addressing the questions you’ve always wanted to ask, and exploring the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in arbitration and ADR.

Attendees will have the unique opportunity to connect directly with peers, leading experts, and representatives from the ICC International Court of Arbitration, gaining essential insights into the ever-evolving landscape of dispute resolution.

Highlights include:

. Welcome with a networking lunch 

. Opening by Reinoud Mangelmans, Head of Intellectual Property & Standards at Royal Philips

· Discover FrieslandCampina's approach to preventing and resolving commercial disputes.  Amaury de Bruijn, Associate Director Legal - Litigation at Royal FrieslandCampina

· Engage in a conversation with Marieke van Hooijdonk, Partner at A&O Shearman and Vice-President of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, as she explores the role and significance of ICC Arbitration. Sabrina Strassburger, representing the corporate perspective from her role at Damen Shipyards, will ask key questions that companies often have about ICC arbitration.

· Gain the latest insights from our comprehensive survey on Dispute Resolution in the Netherlands.  Marnix Leijten, Arbitration & Litigation Partner at De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek  Rogier Schellaars, Advocate & Arbitrator / Partner at Van Doorne N.V. – International

· Examine the Lifecycle of a Dispute through an in-depth panel discussion. Panelists: Cyril Dumoulin, Senior Legal Counsel Global Litigation, Shell International  Daan Beenders, Partner and Head of Litigation, Van Doorne N.V. Davine Roessingh, Partner Disputes & Sustainability, De Brauw, Lecturer Arbitration Law, VU Amsterdam  Annet van Hooft, Independent Arbitrator and Counsel, FCIArb  Thomas Stouten, Partner International Arbitration and Litigation, Houthoff / ICC Court Member Moderator: Katelijne Ribbink, Senior Legal Counsel at TAQA

· Wrap up the day with a Fireside Chat featuring Nadia Darwazeh, Arbitration Partner and Counsel at Clyde & Co and Rieme-Jan Tjittes, Partner BarentsKrans.

. Networking drinks 

This half-day forum is not just a prime networking opportunity; it’s a chance for corporate counsels, practicing lawyers, and business professionals to dive deep into the specific needs of their organizations. By connecting directly with peers and leading experts, attendees will gain the tools and insights needed to navigate the complexities of modern disputes and to align dispute resolution strategies with broader business goals.

This event is hosted by De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek. 

This event is specifically designed for in-house counsel, corporate lawyers, and business professionals. While open to all and free of charge, priority registration will be given to ICC members. Certificates of attendance will be provided to allow participants to claim PO points.

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