A Deep Dive Into The Sessions At The CIArb Nigeria Annual Conference
Registration for the 2024 CIArb Nigeria Annual Conference is just around the corner. This year’s theme, “Fresh Perspectives: Back to Basics in ADR,” addresses current challenges and reaffirms core principles, ensuring attendees gain practical and relevant knowledge. The conference offers a unique opportunity to learn directly from top experts, who will share their insights and advice in their sessions. Expect to enhance your skills and expand your professional network. This post gives more insights into what each session has to offer.
YMG Conference Sessions
The theme for this year’s Young Members Group (YMG) Conference is “Building the Basics: Young Voices in ADR.” This focus aims to empower young practitioners with essential skills and knowledge to thrive in ADR.
Mastering Cross-Examination in Arbitration
This session equips young practitioners with vital cross-examination skills for fact and expert witnesses. It combines theoretical discussions with practical exercises, providing a thorough understanding of effective techniques that can be immediately applied in real arbitration settings. Participants receive case scenarios before the conference to prepare for interactive activities, offering hands-on experience to boost confidence and effectiveness.
Building a Personal Brand in ADR (Sponsored by Marcus-Okoko & Co.)
Personal branding is crucial for ADR practitioners to stand out in a competitive market. This session reveals strategies for enhancing visibility, building trust, and establishing credibility. Attendees will learn to market themselves, create a strong professional presence, and leverage their unique skills and experiences. Effective personal branding attracts clients, gains recognition in ADR, and advances careers.
Career Advancement Symposium (Sponsored by Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe)
This symposium provides valuable insights into career development in ADR, focusing on mentorship, networking, and skill enhancement. Interactive discussions offer practical advice on overcoming professional challenges, improving negotiation and arbitration skills, and maintaining ethical practices. The session highlights the importance of building a solid professional network and seeking mentorship opportunities. Attendees will be better equipped to manage their careers and achieve long-term success in ADR.
The YMG sessions offer young practitioners a chance to build a strong foundation in ADR, gain practical skills, and connect with experienced professionals.
CIArb Nigeria Conference Sessions
Following the insightful YMG sessions, the main conference will discuss pressing issues and propose innovative solutions in ADR.
Arbitration’s Identity Crisis: What? So What? What Now?
This session tackles the rise of anti-arbitration injunctions and increasing court interference in Nigeria. These challenges undermine the effectiveness of arbitration. The panel will explore the disconnect between arbitration principles and practice to find practical solutions. Attendees will gain insights on preserving the integrity of arbitration in Nigeria.
Strategic Responses: Countering Guerrilla Tactics in ADR
“Guerrilla” tactics in ADR disrupt proceedings and threaten fairness and integrity. This session will identify these tactics and provide strategies to counter them. Attendees will learn how to maintain a constructive dispute resolution environment despite these challenges.
Judging Arbitration: A Judicial Perspective
Understanding judicial perspectives in arbitration is crucial. This panel aims to bridge the gap between judicial expectations and current arbitration practices. By aligning these perspectives, arbitration outcomes can be more effective and widely accepted. Judges and legal experts will offer practical advice to help practitioners enhance their approaches.
From Text to Test: Assessing the Impact of the Arbitration and Mediation Act (Sponsored by: Templars)
This session will explore the practical impacts of the new Arbitration and Mediation Act on dispute resolution in Nigeria. Panellists will decode the Act, providing insights based on their experiences, on adapting to new legal standards. Attendees will learn how to handle these changes for effective dispute resolution.
Arbitrator Immunity: Assessing its Protection & Challenges
With more arbitrators being joined in court cases, this session will examine the need for effective immunity provisions. Panellists will discuss the scope and effectiveness of the immunity provisions in the Arbitration and Mediation Act, offering insights on protecting arbitrators from legal actions related to their decisions.
Damages Masterclass (Sponsored by Broderick Bozimo & Company)
This masterclass will cover the principles and methodologies for calculating arbitration damages. Leading experts will guide participants through various types of damages, including compensatory, punitive, and nominal damages. Attendees will engage with real-world case studies and interactive exercises to deepen their understanding, helping them achieve accurate and fair damage awards in complex disputes.
These sessions promise valuable insights and practical strategies, making the Ciarb Nigeria Annual Conference a must-attend event for ADR professionals.
Conclusion
Attending the conference will immerse you in comprehensive discussions led by top experts, enhancing your knowledge and skills. This is a unique opportunity to expand your professional network and learn from leaders in the field. Their expertise and insights will inspire and motivate you in your ADR journey.
Registration opens in three days. Don’t miss this chance to be part of an enriching experience. Visit the conference website at ciarbnigeria.org/conference to view the full programme and express your interest in staying updated. Join us and contribute to shaping the future of arbitration in Nigeria.
