Event Details

In the competitive arbitration landscape, securing the first appointment as an arbitrator is a significant milestone. Insights from experienced arbitrators in our #10QuestionswithMaxwell interview series on how aspiring and young arbitrators can get their first appointment emphasise gaining visibility and exposure through speaking engagements, contributing to publications, accumulating relevant experience, building rapport with arbitral institutions, and joining young practitioner groups. Patience, confidence and a strong personal brand are also highlighted as essential qualities for success.    

For our third roundtable session, join the facilitators Hazel Tang and Darius Chan to explore the important factors to consider in attaining the first appointment and more. 

The discussion, subject to the Chatham House Rules, will address, amongst others:

• Strategies to raise your profile, find appointment opportunities and build a support network
• Building blocks to becoming an arbitrator
• Managing expectations after securing your first arbitral appointment – What next and how do you navigate your first cases?
• Identifying potential conflicts of interests that can pose a challenge in your appointment
• The role of a Tribunal Secretary – The “Fourth Arbitrator”?
• What are factors and considerations that influence institutions when appointing first-time arbitrators?
• The role of institutions to promoting diversity and inclusivity in arbitration panels