Institutional arbitration workshop hosted by GAR

The day opens with a behind‑the‑scenes session led by representatives of major arbitral institutions, offering practical insight into how cases are administered, the issues they see most often, and the questions they regularly receive from users. 

You’ll then move into an immersive advocacy masterclass, exploring the fundamentals of cross-examination in international arbitration before applying them in a live, scenario‑based exercise. With direct faculty feedback throughout, you’ll sharpen your technique and gain practical skills you can use right away. 

What you’ll gain: 

• Clear insight into how arbitral institutions operate 
• Strategies for effective, persuasive cross‑examination 
• Hands‑on experience with a realistic hearing scenario
• Immediate, actionable faculty feedback 
• Networking with peers, practitioners and institutional representatives.

Nuts and bolts of institutional arbitration

Jake Lowther (SCC) and Jocelyn Heng (HKIAC) will explain how institutional arbitration operates in practice, the recurring issues they address, and the types of questions they regularly receive from users, especially those less familiar with institutional processes. This session aims to demystify the daily realities of case administration.