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AAA-ICDR Domestic and International Life Sciences ADR Conference 2023

by American Arbitration Association (AAA) and International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR)

The inaugural 2023 AAA-ICDR Domestic and International Life Sciences ADR Conference is a full-day event focusing on the latest trends and developments in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) within the life sciences industry. Organized by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and its international division, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR), the conference aims to provide a comprehensive platform for professionals to explore and discuss critical issues affecting the sector.

Key topics covered include results from a recent survey on ADR in life sciences, significant life sciences cases and ADR initiatives, industry trends regarding intellectual property protection, regulatory compliance, product liability, supply chain issues, and licensing and collaboration disputes. Additionally, an arbitrators' roundtable will delve into the unique challenges faced in life sciences cases, offering insights into effective advocacy and complex evidence presentations.

The conference offers valuable networking opportunities, allowing attendees to connect with peers, industry leaders, and experts. Notable speakers include JP Duffy, Oliver Armas, and Allen Harberg, who will co-chair the event, alongside other distinguished professionals sharing their expertise on various panels.

This event is ideal for executives within life sciences organizations, including pharmaceutical and biotech companies, medical device firms, as well as in-house and outside counsel. Participants will gain insights from leading practitioners on pressing disputes in the sector and explore ADR resources that can save time, reduce costs, and preserve critical business relationships.

Speakers(9)

Allen Harberg

Vice President, Litigation & Investigations at Merck & Co., LLC

Allen Harberg is the Vice President of Litigation & Investigations at Merck & Co., LLC, based in Collegeville, PA.

Edward J. Buthusiem

Managing Director at Berkley Research Group

Edward J. Buthusiem is the Managing Director at Berkley Research Group in Washington, DC.

Gregory A. Litt

Partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Gregory A. Litt is a partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York, NY.

James P. (JP) Duffy

Partner at Reed Smith

James P. (JP) Duffy is a partner at Reed Smith in New York, NY, and serves as an AAA-ICDR Panel Member.

Kathleen Paisley

Partner at Ambos Law

Kathleen Paisley is a partner at Ambos Law in Brussels.

Maria Chedid

Partner at Arnold & Porter

Maria Chedid is a partner at Arnold & Porter in San Francisco, CA.

Oliver Armas

Partner at Hogan Lovells US LLP

Oliver Armas is a partner at Hogan Lovells US LLP in New York, NY, and serves as an AAA-ICDR Panel Member.

Preeti Bhagnani

Partner at White & Case LLP

Preeti Bhagnani is a partner at White & Case LLP in New York, NY.

Steve Andersen

Vice President at AAA-ICDR

Steve Andersen is the Vice President at the AAA-ICDR, based in Salt Lake City, UT.

Event Details

Date
June 20, 2023
Location
🇺🇸 New York, United States
Hogan Lovells Law Firm
Pricing
$300
Audience
Executives within life sciences organizations, including pharmaceutical and biotech companies, medical device firms, as well as in-house and outside counsel.
CLE Credits
CLE credit is offered for this program in New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, Connecticut, and New Jersey. Credit amounts vary by attendance verification and jurisdictional rules and cannot be confirmed in advance of the program.

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