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Mediation Forum

Presented by the Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre (QICDRC)

Join JAMS neutral Gary Birnberg, Esq., FCIArb at this year's QICDRC Mediation Forum. This event brings together a panel of experienced professionals in the field of mediation and dispute resolution to discuss key issues relating to mediating in Qatar, the Middle East and beyond. This half day forum will comprise interactive sessions which aim not only to impart invaluable information relating to mediation but also to foster discussion among panelists and attendees.

Program Agenda

10:45 - 11:00 AM | Arrival of Guests

11:00 - 11:05 AM | Welcome Note

  • Faisal Al-Sahouti | CEO, QICDRC

11:05 - 11:15 | Introduction to Mediation Skills

  • Dr. Zain Sharar | Senior Legal Counsel, CEO’s Office, QICDRC

11:15 - 12:00 | Mediation in Qatar: Qatar’s New Mediation Law and the QICDRC Mediation Service

  • Dr. Ehab Elsonbaty | Partner, DLA Piper LLP
  • Mr. Christopher Grout | Registrar, QICDRC

12:00 - 12:30 | Effectiveness of Virtual Mediation

  • Mr. Victor P. Leginsky | International Arbitrator and Mediator, Abitralis

12:30 - 13:30 | Lunch

13:30 - 14:15 | Singapore Convention on Mediation

  • Dr. Zachary Calo | Professor of Law, Hamad bin Khalifa University; Senior Counsel, McNair International
  • Mr. Gary Birnberg, Esq., FCIArb | Mediator and Arbitrator, JAMS

14:15 - 15:00 | The Future of Mediation in Qatar and the Middle East

  • Mr. James MacPherson | International Dispute Resolution Specialist, IDRS

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JAMS is the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services, handling more than 21,000 cases annually. With nearly 500 neutrals and 29 locations, JAMS delivers efficient, cost-effective, and impartial solutions for business and legal disputes at any stage of conflict. Since its founding in 1979, its distinguished panel has included retired federal and state court justices, former litigators, transactional attorneys and other ADR professionals with deep industry and practice area experience. JAMS offers customized in-person, virtual and hybrid resolution services to provide a seamless experience through concierge-level client care, highly skilled case managers, and advanced technology.

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