Arbitral Insights

NYIAC Executive Director Rekha Rangachari discusses the NYIAC’s mission, structure, and initiatives with International Arbitration partner J.P. Duffy. ----more---- Transcript: Intro: Hello and welcome to Arbitral Insights, a podcast series brought to you by our international arbitration practice lawyers here at Reed Smith. I'm Peter Rosher, Global Head of Reed Smith's international arbitration pra...

Gautam Bhattacharyya welcomes arbitrator and independent practitioner, Manini Brar in this “Spotlight on…” episode. We discover what drew Manini to the law, who her greatest mentors and inspirations have been, and how she developed an interest in international arbitration. The conversation then turns to Manini’s launch of Arbridge Chambers and the differing roles of counsel and arbitrator, before...

KCAB International Secretary General Steve Kim discusses KCAB International’s mission, initiatives, and future. Steve is joined by Reed Smith’s New York international arbitration partner J.P. Duffy. ----more---- Transcript: Intro: Hello and welcome to Arbitral Insights, a podcast series brought to you by our international arbitration practice lawyers here at Reed Smith. I'm Peter Rosher, global he...

Gautam Bhattacharyya hosts Cyril Shroff for an insightful discussion about India's legal landscape and its future. The pair discuss Cyril’s professional journey to his current role as a distinguished managing partner and pivotal moments along the way. They then turn to key trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the industry, the evolving role of legal professionals in a rapidly changing worl...

Kristin Campbell-Wilson , executive director of the recently launched Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre (known as arbitrateAD), talks with Dubai-based partner Antonia Birt and associate Laura Adams about the establishment and mission of arbitrateAD. They delve into how the centre fits into the global arbitration landscape, how it differentiates itself from its competitors, and what the ne...

Gautam Bhattacharyya is delighted to welcome arbitrator Hasit Seth for a conversation that delves into Hasit’s career trajectory and discusses the individuals who have shaped his professional journey and influenced his approach to arbitration. The duo then explore the evolving landscape of arbitration and thoughts for the future.   ----more---- Transcript:  Intro: Hello and welcome to Arbitral Ins...

Explore the art of cross-examination in international arbitration with J.P. Duffy and Raj Pillai KC (3VB). In this episode, the duo discusses strategic insights, preparation techniques, tribunal expectations, and question dynamics that lead to effective cross-examination. ----more---- Transcript: Intro: Hello and welcome to Arbitral Insights, a podcast series brought to you by our International Ar...

In this edition of ‘Spotlight on…’, Gautam Bhattacharyya is joined by Sudhir Mishra , founder and managing partner of Trust Legal, New Delhi, and one of India’s top environmental lawyers. Together, they dive into Sudhir’s professional journey and the figures he regards as his mentors. The conversation then turns to the changing terrains of environmental arbitration, the contrasts between this and...

Distinguished Malaysian lawyer and full-time international arbitrator Sitpah Selvaratnam is our guest for this episode of ‘Spotlight on …’ Host Gautam Bhattacharyya  takes us on a journey through Sitpah’s remarkable career, discussing the focus of her practice and the attributes she believes are necessary for anyone aspiring to become an arbitrator. The conversation then explores diversity, equity...

This episode is recorded in Russian. In this Russian-language edition of our ISDS podcast series, Sultan Seidalin and Aitmaganbet Ospanbekov provide a comprehensive overview of the most significant developments in investment treaty arbitration during the latter part of 2023. This episode is a Russian-language translation of our previous episode “ Investment treaty arbitration: 2023 in review ” hos...

This episode is recorded in Spanish. Rebeca Mosquera and Isabella Lorduy welcome Elina Mereminskaya , head partner at Wagemann Arbitration and chair of the Institute for Transnational Arbitration (ITA) Americas Initiative, for a conversation exploring the strides and struggles of women in arbitration toward achieving equity. They then discuss the collaboration between the ITA and the Reed Smith La...

In this “Spotlight on…” episode, host Gautam Bhattacharyya welcomes arbitrator and SVAMC AI Task Force chair Benjamin Malek (FCIARB) to discuss what led him to a career in international arbitration. The pair discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by new technologies like AI, and how to maintain and improve the effectiveness of arbitration in an ever-changing legal landscape.----more---...

In the latest episode of our Greener Arbitrations podcast series, Alison Eslick and Vanessa Thieffry moderate a spirited debate between Michelle Nelson (Dubai) and Clément Fouchard (Paris) as they explore the pros and cons of electronic signatures and notification of awards, including discussion on recognition and enforcement, cost savings, technology challenges, convenience, security risks and re...

James Willn , Ana Ulseth , Chris Edwards and Mathilde Adant debate the environmental impact of in-person vs. remote hearings. Hosts Alison Eslick  and  Vanessa Thieffry moderate the session in which debaters discuss technological issues, security challenges and the financial and psychological impacts of remote hearings.  ----more---- Transcript: Intro: Hello and welcome to Arbitral Insights, a pod...

Host Gautam Bhattacharyya  welcomes newly appointed secretary general of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce (SCC) Arbitration Institute, Caroline Falconer , to explore her career path to date and her role in shaping the future of arbitration at the SCC. Caroline, also a co-founder of the Swedish Women in Arbitration Network (SWAN) and president of the Swedish Corporate Lawyers’ Association, shares...

Gautam Bhattacharyya welcomes Tariq Khan , registrar of the International Arbitration and Mediation Centre (IAMC), Hyderabad and adjunct professor at the NALSAR University of Law, to discuss his career path, views on international arbitration in India, and what he thinks is on the horizon for arbitration in India and beyond.

In the fifth edition of our regular ISDS podcast series, hosts Suzie Savage and Patrick Beale once again break down the key investment treaty arbitration developments that took place in the latter part of 2023. They discuss the Energy Charter Treaty, award enforcement case updates, the ISDS elements included in the Law Commission’s review of the English Arbitration Act 1996,  Indo-Pacific updates...

In the second of a miniseries exploring the proposed reforms to the law governing arbitration in England and Wales, the Arbitration Act 1996, Hong Kong-based Matthew Townsend and Jonathan Tsang explore the proposed new default rule that the arbitration agreement is governed by the law of the seat (unless the parties expressly agree otherwise) with Paris-based Mathilde Adant and host Liam Hart .

Executive Director of the New York International Arbitration Center (NYIAC) Rekha Rangachari joins Reed Smith host Gautam Bhattacharyya for this Spotlight on… session. They discuss the path that led Rekha to NYIAC, international arbitration in New York and further afield, the goals and focus of NYIAC, and her views on improving diversity in the law.  

Gautam Bhattacharyya welcomes Dubai-based, New York-qualified attorney, independent arbitrator, and founder of Equanimity Arbitration Sadaff Habib for this instalment of our “Spotlight on…” miniseries. Sadaff shares what drew her to a career in law, the role of mindfulness and cultural empathy in international arbitration, and her views on greater ethnic and gender diversity. 

In the first of a miniseries exploring the proposed reforms to the law governing arbitration in England and Wales, the Arbitration Act 1996, Dubai-based Antonia Birt and London-based Liam Hart explore the proposal to give arbitrators the power to dispose of claims on a summary basis (that is, without waiting for a full trial) with host, Bartek Rutkowski .

Time for another Greener Arbitrations episode. This instalment welcomes Aurélie Lopez , Antoine Smiley , Sujey Herrera , and Peter Rosher for a mock debate on the merits of witness and expert preparation via video-conferencing vs. in-person meetings. Hosts Alison Eslick and Vanessa Thieffry moderate this hard-fought debate. Which side will you vote for?

To celebrate World Maritime Day 2023, international arbitration partners Thor Maalouf , Antonia Panayides , and Nick Austin discuss arbitration in the maritime world. The conversation explores what exactly is meant by “maritime arbitration,” the potential changes triggered by updates to the Arbitration Act 1996, and what further waves of change the shipping industry may see in response to looming...

Gautam Bhattacharyya welcomes Poornima Hatti , co-founder and dispute resolution practice lead at Samvad Partners, to discuss her career as a leading arbitration lawyer in India, the growth of India as an arbitration hub, and the importance of better diversity in arbitration in India.

New York-based independent arbitrator  Dana MacGrath  FCIArb is our guest for this episode of ‘Spotlight on…’ with our host Gautam Bhattacharyya . Dana shares how she found her career in law and international arbitration, the mentors she has learnt from throughout her professional life, the role of women in international arbitration, and what it means to step away from ‘big law’.