international dispute resolution seminar feb 2011
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THE SOCIETY OF INDIAN LAW FIRMS
(Registration No. 36873 of 2000) Mumbai Chapter
Convenor’s Office: 522 Maker Chambers V, 221 Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021 Tel: +9122 6615 6555, Fax: +91 22 2287 2080
Chair’s Office: Peninsula Chambers, Peninsula Corporate Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel (W) Mumbai 400013. Ph: +9122 2496 4455/ 6660 4455, Fax: +9122 2496 3666
National: President Lalit Bhasin Bhasin & Co.
Associate President Shardul Shroff Amarchand & Mangaldas & Suresh A. Shroff & Co.
Mumbai Chapter: Executive Vice President, Mumbai Chapter and Executive Committee (SILF): Anil Harish D. M. Harish & Co.
Chair: Cyril Shroff Amarchand & Mangaldas & Suresh A. Shroff & Co.
Co-Chair: Nishith Desai Nishith Desai Associates
Convenor: Ms. Poorvi Chothani LawQuest
Dear Reader, Re: A Seminar on International Dispute Resolution ‐ February 11, 2011 Come learn from the experts! This is an exciting time for international dispute resolution practitioners in India. The need for such practitioners is set to grow exponentially as international business continues to grow in keeping with India’s growing economy. International disputes are also increasing in personal and family matters. With increasing support from the courts, business and legal communities, the opportunities for international dispute practice in India has never been more promising. SILF and the Council of Arbitration Practitioners organize a one‐day seminar on international dispute resolution. Eminent speakers will share their knowledge and experience, giving insights and practical tips on the following topics. A must‐attend event for practitioners in these fields and for those who are exploring branching out into these fields. Programme Schedule TIME SPEAKER TOPIC 9.45 – 10.15 Registration, Tea and Networking 10.15 Welcome address – Poorvi Chothani
Introduction to SILF – Anil Harish Introduction to the Council of Arbitration Practitioners – Ranjana Iyer
10.30 Tapan Pati, Legal Counsel‐India, Hilton Worldwide. (Holding Company ‐ Hilton Hotels).
Contract drafting to avoid disputes.
11.30 Nusrat Hassan, Managing Partner D. H. Law Associates, Mumbai. Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, London.
International Commercial Disputes – Winning without loosing an arm and a leg!
12.30 Lunch 2.30 Vineeta Bathia, IP
Legal Counsel, Electronic Arts Inc. (United States)
Protecting Trademarks Across Borders – Insights from an attorney who helps protect the trademarks of the world’s largest gaming company headquartered in California.
THE SOCIETY OF INDIAN LAW FIRMS
(Registration No. 36873 of 2000) Mumbai Chapter
Convenor’s Office: 522 Maker Chambers V, 221 Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021 Tel: +9122 6615 6555, Fax: +91 22 2287 2080
Chair’s Office: Peninsula Chambers, Peninsula Corporate Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel (W) Mumbai 400013. Ph: +9122 2496 4455/ 6660 4455, Fax: +9122 2496 3666
3.30 Hiroo Advani* *Invited
An introduction to international seats of arbitration and tips on choosing the most suitable venue.
Tea 4.00 Haresh Jagtiani,
Senior Advocate and Managing Partner, Haresh Jagtiani and Associates
International Arbitrations – Do they really work?
5.00 Mrunalini Deshmukh, leading family lawyer, Mumbai
Cross Border Disputes in Family Matters
VENUE
Mayfair Rooms, Worli, Mumbai
FEES Rs. 1,900 + tax (Per person)
Rs. 1,700 (SILF Members Firms)** Rs. 8,00 + tax (students with valid ID – subject to available capacity)
(Fees include program material***, lunch and two refreshment breaks). **Conditions apply. *** At the discretion of the speakers.
TERMS OF ADMISSION
Only a limited number of participants will be admitted on a first‐come‐first‐served basis and the admission gets confirmed once the payments are cleared. The enclosed Registration Form should be duly filled and returned along with Cash or Cheque/Draft in favour of “The Society of Indian Law Firms” at the earliest. The payments are non‐refundable. We reserve the right to change the speaker/ venue if required. For further information please email us at [email protected]. We look forward to your participation. Yours faithfully, Sd/‐ Sd/‐ Anil Harish Poorvi Chothani (Executive Vice President, Mumbai Chapter (Convenor ‐ Mumbai Chapter) and Executive Committee SILF)