The 7th International Arbitration & Regulatory Forum, organized by Legal Plus, took place on July 5, 2024, at the Shanghai International Dispute Resolution Center. This annual event brought together legal professionals to discuss the latest developments in arbitration, regulatory issues, and corporate crime.
Key topics covered included construction and energy disputes, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations, enforcement of awards, cryptocurrency disputes, cybersecurity, and antitrust law. The forum featured keynote sessions and panel discussions led by esteemed speakers from various legal sectors.
Attendees had the opportunity to engage with experts, participate in interactive discussions, and network with peers. The event provided a platform for legal professionals to enhance their knowledge, share insights, and explore business opportunities within the legal community.
The forum was particularly beneficial for in-house counsel, legal practitioners, and compliance officers seeking to stay updated on international arbitration trends and regulatory challenges. Participants gained valuable perspectives on navigating complex legal landscapes and implementing best practices in their respective fields.
Speakers(26)
Adrian Emch
Partner at Hogan Lovells
Adrian Emch is a partner at Hogan Lovells, specializing in competition/antitrust law, with experience at the European Commission's Directorate General for Competition and active participation in shaping China's antitrust regime.
Amy Wen Wei
Counsel at CMS Hasche Sigle, Hong Kong LLP
Amy Wen Wei is a counsel at CMS Hasche Sigle, Hong Kong LLP, specializing in complex transnational disputes, particularly international commercial and investment arbitration, with experience advising multinational and state-owned enterprises.
Carmen Liu
Principal at Control Risks
Carmen Liu is a Principal in Control Risks’ Compliance, Forensics and Intelligence practice, based in Shanghai, specializing in strategic intelligence, commercial and reputational due diligence, dispute support, and fraud investigations.
Conor Quigley K.C.
Barrister at Serle Court Chambers
Conor Quigley KC practices law from Serle Court Chambers, specializing in European Union law, particularly competition, commercial, trade, and tax law, and is regarded as a leading expert in EU state aid and subsidies control.
Dr. David Fong
Barrister & Mediator at Harcourt Chambers
Dr. David Fong is a member of Harcourt Chambers, practicing primarily in civil areas including maritime, commercial arbitration, mediation, and litigation, with experience as counsel and arbitrator in various references.
Gary Gao
Partner at Zhong Lun Law Firm
Gary Gao is a partner at Zhong Lun Law Firm, with expertise in mediation, arbitration, and negotiation.
Holly Blackwell
International Partner at King & Wood Mallesons
Holly Blackwell is an International Partner at King & Wood Mallesons in Shanghai, specializing in international dispute resolution, representing clients in complex cross-border disputes and advising on compliance with US international trade and anti-bribery laws.
James Kwan
Partner at Hogan Lovells
James Kwan is an International Arbitration partner at Hogan Lovells in Hong Kong, leading the International Arbitration practice and specializing in technology, private equity, energy, and life sciences disputes.
Jessica Jin
Partner at Boss & Young
Jessica Jin is a partner at Boss & Young, providing updates on anti-bribery and FCPA for local and international companies.
Jingzhou Tao
Arbitrator at Arbitration Chambers
Jingzhou Tao is an independent arbitrator based in Beijing with over 38 years of experience advising Fortune 500 companies and acting as counsel and arbitrator in more than two hundred international arbitration proceedings.
Jon Nicklin
Director, Beijing at Accuracy
Jon Nicklin is a Director at Accuracy in Beijing, focusing on shareholders, stakeholders, and director disputes with Chinese and foreign companies.
Julian Cohen
Arbitrator at Resolution Chambers International
Julian Cohen is an arbitrator at Resolution Chambers International, specializing in construction disputes in Asia.
Kailun Ji
Senior Associate at Ashurst
Kailun Ji is a Senior Associate at Ashurst, specializing in anti-trust law, compliance, and regulatory issues with Chinese and foreign companies.
Md. Imam Hossain
In-House Counsel at Bangladesh House Building Finance Corporation
Md. Imam Hossain is an In-House Counsel at Bangladesh House Building Finance Corporation, focusing on shareholders, stakeholders, and director disputes.
Michael D. Lee
Founder at Michael Lee Chambers
Michael D. Lee is the Founder of Michael Lee Chambers, serving as an independent international arbitrator, mediator, and consultant with extensive experience in international commercial arbitration and mediation.
Nagla Nassar
Senior Partner at Nagla NassarLaw
Nagla Nassar is a Senior Partner at Nagla NassarLaw, with expertise in infrastructure projects, challenges, and disputes.
Pardeep Khosa
Partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius
Pardeep Khosa is a partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, focusing on commercial and civil litigation, international arbitration, and corporate crime and investigations, representing high-profile clients in complex, multijurisdictional disputes.
Pascal Jiang
Partner at Beijing Dacheng Law Offices, LLP (Shanghai)
Pascal Jiang is a partner at Beijing Dacheng Law Offices, LLP (Shanghai), focusing on cyber security and export data privacy laws affecting China and Asian companies.
Regina Zhou
Principal at Control Risks
Regina Zhou is a principal in Control Risks’ Compliance, Forensics and Intelligence practice, based in Shanghai, and a member of both the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.
S. Ravi Shankar
Managing Partner at Law Senate India
S. Ravi Shankar is the Managing Partner at Law Senate India, specializing in mediation, arbitration, and negotiation.
Sanghoon Han
Partner at Lee & Ko
Sanghoon Han is a partner in Lee & Ko’s International Arbitration Team, handling a wide variety of international arbitration cases and advising on labor law, M&A, corporate governance, and foreign investment matters.
Vivian Wu
Partner at Jin Mao Law Firm
Vivian Wu is a partner at Jin Mao Law Firm, with expertise in arbitration and legal practice.
Wang Weijun
Secretary General at Shanghai International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (Shanghai International Arbitration Center)
Ms. Wang Weijun is the Secretary-General of the Shanghai International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission, with experience handling over 1000 arbitration cases and promoting arbitration mechanism development.
Wilson Wei Huo
Partner at Zhong Lun Law Firm
Wilson Wei Huo is a partner at Zhong Lun Law Firm, focusing on foreign-related disputes, banking disputes, white-collar crime, and criminal compliance, and serves as the General Secretary of the China Forum of Financial and Investment Disputes.
Xu Suosheng
Director of Cooperation and Development Department at Shanghai International Arbitration Center
Xu Suosheng is the Director of the Cooperation and Development Department at the Shanghai International Arbitration Center, specializing in shareholders, stakeholders, and director disputes.
Yun A Kang
Partner at Lee & Ko
Yun A Kang is a partner at Lee & Ko, focusing on China-related transactions, including M&A, international arbitration, and general corporate law issues between Chinese and Korean companies.
Event Details
- Date
- September 10, 2023
- Location
- 🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
- Shanghai International Dispute Resolution Center
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Legal professionals, in-house counsel, compliance officers