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International Panel Discussion (1): International Arbitration – Lessons for the Young (at Heart)
Event Details
Panel discussion on international arbitration both in principle and in practice from the perspectives of both counsel and arbitrator. The talks will aim to demystify terminology and acronyms, cover the differences between litigation and arbitration, highlight beneficial skills and how to develop a practice in this area, and provide some case examples. Q&A and networking reception to follow.
Moderator: Master Anneliese Day
Speakers: Master Simon Davenport (4 Pump Court) and Louis Flannery KC (Littleton Chambers)
This is a hybrid event and therefore will be accessible online to students and members based on circuit and internationally.
Non-members: Scroll beneath the Members Login box and click 'Add Ticket'.
Cancel by: 28/05/2026
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Start Date: 4th June 2026 at 6:00 pm
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End Date: 4th June 2026 at 7:30 pm
place
Inner Temple Lecture Theatre
face
Business Attire
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Event Manager
Wanda Szwed
020 7797 8179
wszwed@innertemple.org.uk
The learning outcomes for this session are:
By the end of the session students will:
- Have developed an understanding of the principles of international arbitration, how it operates as a dispute resolution mechanism, and the respective roles and perspectives of counsel and arbitrators in arbitral proceedings, including their differing responsibilities.
- Have developed an understanding of the distinction between litigation and arbitration, including key procedural, institutional and strategic differences.
- Be able to identify and interpret common international arbitration terminology and acronyms, and use them correctly in context.
- Be able to analyse the practical stages of an arbitration process, from drafting arbitration clauses through to award enforcement.
- Learned about real-world examples from experts in international arbitrations.
- Be able to evaluate the key skills required for effective practice in international arbitration, including advocacy, procedural strategy, drafting, and case management.
- Be able to reflect on how legal practitioners develop a career in international arbitration, including typical pathways and entry points into the field.
- Have developed an understanding of the principles of international arbitration, how it operates as a dispute resolution mechanism, and the respective roles and perspectives of counsel and arbitrators in arbitral proceedings, including their differing responsibilities.
- Have developed an understanding of the distinction between litigation and arbitration, including key procedural, institutional and strategic differences.
- Be able to identify and interpret common international arbitration terminology and acronyms, and use them correctly in context.
- Be able to analyse the practical stages of an arbitration process, from drafting arbitration clauses through to award enforcement.
- Learned about real-world examples from experts in international arbitrations.
- Be able to evaluate the key skills required for effective practice in international arbitration, including advocacy, procedural strategy, drafting, and case management.
- Be able to reflect on how legal practitioners develop a career in international arbitration, including typical pathways and entry points into the field.
This Session will help you to work towards the following section of the professional statement:
1 hour panel session, followed by ½ hour open Q&A