From Deal to Dispute and Back Again: Settlement Dynamics in International Arbitration

This event takes place alongside the Dispute Resolution in M&A Transactions conference, for which SCC is a media partner.

While settlement is frequently referenced as a desirable outcome, less attention is paid to how and when it actually occurs in practice. This session brings together empirical insights and practitioner perspectives to examine the realities behind settlement decisions.

What we will discuss

The session will combine:

Empirical insights from the SCC’s recent report on settlements, including:

• Timing of settlements
• Procedural triggers
• Efficiency considerations

Practical perspectives on:

• The role of the arbitral tribunal in facilitating settlement
• Differences across jurisdictions and procedural cultures
• The extent to which settlement can be actively encouraged versus emerging organically

We will also explore the virtues and limits of commonly cited “settlement tools”, such as:

• Preliminary views
• Bifurcation
• Mediation windows
• and consider whether settlements more often arise from procedural milestones rather than deliberate intervention.

Programme

Opening remarks: Dr hab. Beata Gessel-Kalinowska vel Kalisz, prof. INP PAN

Presentation: Jake Lowther (SCC) – Key findings from the SCC report on settlements

Discussion:

• Dr Niels Schiersing, LLD, Independent International Arbitrator (Dr. jur.)
• Alicja Zielińska-Eisen, Partner at Queritius and SCC Board member
• Karolina Czarnecka, Senior Associate, Peak Legal
• Jake Lowther, Specialist Counsel, SCC Arbitration Institute

Seats are limited, register now to ensure you place at the breakfast table!

Venue sponsor: Peak Legal

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