Event

The Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre (QICDRC) in partnership with its Strategic Alliance Partner LexisNexis® Middle East invites you to the official launch of the book, Women in Law in the Arab World – Qatar Edition, to celebrate and highlight the achievements and contributions of female legal experts in Qatar and the Arab World. Please join the panel discussion to hear from our distinguished guest speakers about their experiences and perspectives in the legal sector.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) is the most significant sport dispute institution, serving sport throughout the world. It deals with disciplinary and commercial disputes directly or indirectly linked to sport. Please join the QICDRC seminar to hear from our distinguished guest speakers about the role of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in relation to sports arbitration, with an emphasis on disputes that arise during FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games.

Agenda

10:45-11:00

Arrival of Guests

11:00-11:05

The QICDRC Mediation Forum brings together a panel of experts in the field of mediation and dispute resolution to discuss key issues relating to mediating in Qatar, the Middle East and beyond.

This half day forum will comprise interactive sessions which aim not only to impart invaluable information relating to mediation but also to foster discussion among panelists and attendees.

Agenda

10:45 -11:00

Arrival of Guests

11:00 - 11:05

Welcome Note

This panel will discuss how the judiciary can ensure governments and corporate institutions uphold their promises and comply with both international and domestic laws related to climate change. How can the judiciary uphold pro-climate action while also maintaining strong rule of law? How can judiciaries address issues arising out of corporate governance, such as “green-washing”, to encourage and enforce a more climate-friendly agenda?

The distinguished speakers are (representing the Qatar branch) Dr. Zain Sharar Senior Legal Counsel, Qatar International Court & Dispute Resolution Centre (QICDRC) and (representing the Egypt branch) Dr. Khaled Attia; Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution, Nour & Partners in association with Al Tamimi & Company. The discussion is moderated by Mr. Taher Hozayen; Lawyer and Arbitrator, Mackean Law Firm – The House of Advocacy & Arbitration, and Patron of the Egypt Branch. Looking forward to your attendance and participation.

Speakers:

The Rt. Hon. The Lord Thomas of Cwmgiedd, President (QICDRC)
Chief Judge Barbara M. G. Lynn of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
Dr. Susan L. Karamanian, Dean, College of Law
Christopher Grout, Registrar (QICDRC)

Location: Available on YouTube

Speakers:

Panel

Sir William Blair
Chair, Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) Regulatory Tribunal, Doha; Professor of Financial Law and Ethics, Queen Mary University of London; 3VB Chambers, London
Biography

Location:

Combination of: Self-Study/ Online Sessions/ Might require physical attendance

Course Information

What is the aim of the course?

To provide candidates with a detailed knowledge of the procedural elements of an international arbitration, using legislation based on the UNCITRAL Model Law, regional arbitration law, and the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules.

What are the learning outcomes?

On successful completion of this course candidates will be able to:

Location:

This event will be held online.

An esteemed panel of mediation specialists will talk about Qatar’s first administered mediation service as well as the impact of the recently ratified Singapore Convention on Mediation.

Speakers

Justice Frances Kirkham
Judge, QICDRC