AAA-ICDR Domestic and International Life Sciences ADR Conference 2023
by American Arbitration Association (AAA) and International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR)
The inaugural 2023 AAA-ICDR Domestic and International Life Sciences ADR Conference is a full-day event focusing on the latest trends and developments in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) within the life sciences industry. Organized by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and its international division, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR), the conference aims to provide a comprehensive platform for professionals to explore and discuss critical issues affecting the sector.
Key topics covered include results from a recent survey on ADR in life sciences, significant life sciences cases and ADR initiatives, industry trends regarding intellectual property protection, regulatory compliance, product liability, supply chain issues, and licensing and collaboration disputes. Additionally, an arbitrators' roundtable will delve into the unique challenges faced in life sciences cases, offering insights into effective advocacy and complex evidence presentations.
The conference offers valuable networking opportunities, allowing attendees to connect with peers, industry leaders, and experts. Notable speakers include JP Duffy, Oliver Armas, and Allen Harberg, who will co-chair the event, alongside other distinguished professionals sharing their expertise on various panels.
This event is ideal for executives within life sciences organizations, including pharmaceutical and biotech companies, medical device firms, as well as in-house and outside counsel. Participants will gain insights from leading practitioners on pressing disputes in the sector and explore ADR resources that can save time, reduce costs, and preserve critical business relationships.
Speakers(12)
Allen Harberg
Vice President, Litigation & Investigations at Merck & Co., LLC
Allen Harberg is the Vice President of Litigation & Investigations at Merck & Co., LLC, based in Collegeville, PA.
Edward J. Buthusiem
Managing Director at Berkley Research Group
Edward J. Buthusiem is the Managing Director at Berkley Research Group in Washington, DC.
Gregory A. Litt
Partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
Gregory A. Litt is a partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York, NY.
James P. (JP) Duffy
Partner at Reed Smith
James P. (JP) Duffy is a partner at Reed Smith in New York, NY, and serves as an AAA-ICDR Panel Member.
Kathleen Paisley
Partner at Ambos Law
Kathleen Paisley is a partner at Ambos Law in Brussels.
Maria Chedid
Partner at Arnold & Porter
Maria Chedid is a partner at Arnold & Porter in San Francisco, CA.
Michelle Skipper
Vice President, National Healthcare & Life Sciences Lead at American Arbitration Association
Michelle Skipper is the Vice President and National Healthcare & Life Sciences Lead at the American Arbitration Association's Commercial Division in Charlotte, NC.
Oliver Armas
Partner at Hogan Lovells US LLP
Oliver Armas is a partner at Hogan Lovells US LLP in New York, NY, and serves as an AAA-ICDR Panel Member.
Preeti Bhagnani
Partner at White & Case LLP
Preeti Bhagnani is a partner at White & Case LLP in New York, NY.
Samaa A. Haridi
Partner at King & Spalding LLP
Samaa A. Haridi is a partner at King & Spalding LLP in New York, NY.
Steve Andersen
Vice President at AAA-ICDR
Steve Andersen is the Vice President at the AAA-ICDR, based in Salt Lake City, UT.
Thomas W. Walsh
Partner at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP
Thomas W. Walsh is a partner at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP in New York, NY.
Event Details
- Date
- June 20, 2023
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New York, United States
- Hogan Lovells Law Firm
- Pricing
- $300
- Audience
- Executives within life sciences organizations, including pharmaceutical and biotech companies, medical device firms, as well as in-house and outside counsel.
- CLE Credits
- CLE credit is offered for this program in New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, Connecticut, and New Jersey. Credit amounts vary by attendance verification and jurisdictional rules and cannot be confirmed in advance of the program.