Chartered Institute Of Arbitrators 2024 Annual Conference Opens With Focus On Cross-Examination Skills 

The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) launched its highly anticipated 2024 Annual Conference and Gala Night yesterday, with the theme “Fresh Perspectives: Back to Basics in ADR.”

The event, a cornerstone in the field of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), opened with an engaging session dedicated to mastering cross-examination in arbitration.

The conference began with a powerful panel session moderated by Omono Blessing Omaghomi, bringing together distinguished experts Daniel Wilmot, a partner at Stewarts, and Emokiniovo Dafe-Akpedeye, the managing partner at Compose Mentis LP.
Both speakers, highly regarded in ADR and arbitration, shared their perspectives on the essential skills and techniques necessary for effective cross-examination in arbitration settings.

Wilmot and Dafe-Akpedeye explored the nuances of cross-examination, highlighting key strategies for examining witnesses and challenging evidence in a manner that upholds fairness and transparency in arbitration.
They emphasized how these skills can shape case outcomes, providing insight into preparation tactics and common pitfalls to avoid. Attendees gained valuable takeaways on approaching cross-examination with precision and purpose, a skill they acknowledged as foundational to successful arbitration proceedings.

The conference continues today, featuring more sessions that align with the “back to basics” approach, examining the core practices within ADR.