The Economic Times hosted its second flagship conference on Commercial Dispute Resolution on June 30, 2023, in New Delhi. This event brought together esteemed legal professionals, including R. Venkataramani, Attorney General of India, and Justice Pratibha M. Singh of the Delhi High Court, to discuss the latest developments in arbitration, mediation, and litigation, as well as their anticipated evolution in the coming years.
Key topics addressed during the conference included the potential of emerging frontiers in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), particularly in the realms of Artificial Intelligence and blockchain. Justice Pratibha M. Singh emphasized the importance of viewing IPR not merely as a defensive tool but as a means to monetize and commercialize innovations for the benefit of communities. Additionally, R. Venkataramani highlighted recent trends in arbitration in countries like China and Singapore, underscoring the necessity for legal frameworks to adapt to these global changes.
The conference also featured discussions on the growing demand for renewable energy and the role of arbitration in resolving related disputes. Dr. Daniel H. Sharma, Partner and Co-Head of the India Group at DLA Piper, engaged the audience in a captivating discussion on this subject, emphasizing the importance of arbitration in the renewable energy sector.
This event was particularly beneficial for legal professionals, including partners at law firms, in-house counsel, and members of the judiciary, seeking to stay abreast of the latest trends and strategies in commercial dispute resolution. Attendees had the opportunity to gain insights from leading experts, participate in engaging discussions, and network with peers to enhance their professional knowledge and connections.
Speakers(8)
Chitra Iyer
Director and Licensing Program Leader at Royal Philips
Chitra Iyer is the Director and Licensing Program Leader at Royal Philips, specializing in protecting intellectual property rights through international arbitration.
Dr. Akhil Prasad
Board Member, General Counsel, Company Secretary at Boeing India
Dr. Akhil Prasad is a Board Member, General Counsel, and Company Secretary at Boeing India, discussing the opening of India's legal market to foreign law firms.
Dr. Daniel H. Sharma
Partner, Co-Head India Group at DLA Piper
Dr. Daniel H. Sharma is a partner and Co-Head of the India Group at DLA Piper, specializing in resolving renewable energy disputes.
G.R. Raghavender
Former Joint Secretary at Department of Justice, Government of India
G.R. Raghavender is the former Joint Secretary at the Department of Justice, Government of India, with insights into AI's role in legal proceedings.
Justice Pratibha M. Singh
Judge at Delhi High Court
Justice Pratibha M. Singh is a judge at the Delhi High Court, known for her expertise in intellectual property rights and emerging technologies.
Kinshuk Chatterjee
Partner – Dispute Resolution Practice at Amicus Advocates & Solicitors
Kinshuk Chatterjee is a partner in the Dispute Resolution Practice at Amicus Advocates & Solicitors, focusing on arbitration and litigation.
Manoj K Singh
Counsel at S&A Law Offices
Manoj K Singh is a counsel at S&A Law Offices, with expertise in judicial intervention in arbitration.
R. Venkataramani
Attorney General of India at Government of India
R. Venkataramani is the Attorney General of India, serving as the chief legal advisor to the Government of India.
Event Details
- Date
- July 3, 2023
- Location
- 🇮🇳 New Delhi, India
- New Delhi
- Audience
- Legal professionals, including partners at law firms, in-house counsel, and members of the judiciary.
- Attendees
- Over 150 participants