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  • Two-Part Online Course: Mediation in the Patent/Technology Case

    On August 4 and August 6, 2020, the Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center (SVAMC) and Stanford Law School will present a two-part online course – Mediation in the Patent/Technology Case. Day 1 will focus on the nuts and bolts of preparing for a mediation. Day 2 will address the mediation session and advocacy. A fact pattern involving a […]

  • Challenges and Best Practices in the International Arbitration of Patent Validity Disputes

    Presented by Silicon Valley Arbitration & Mediation Center (SVAMC) and JAMS Join a panel of top international arbitrators and technology neutrals as they discuss patent validity issues that arise when arbitrating international patent licensing and infringement disputes. The panel will review practical issues, tips and best practices for handling patent-related arbitrations. Topics will include: Who […]

  • ADR for Antitrust, to Streamline a Complex Dispute

    This webinar, presented by SVAMC, will explore recent developments at the intersection of competition law and ADR, which illustrate the increasing role for arbitration in even complex antitrust matters. Practitioners seldom see arbitration as an alternative to antitrust litigation, which can take years and cost millions of dollars given the high stakes. Even the Department […]

  • Effective Use of Technical Experts in Arbitration: Tips for Success and Avoiding Pitfalls

    This webinar, presented by SVAMC, will discuss: When and when not to use a technical expert, e.g. to provide technical/scientific background to educate the arbitrator(s), to explain accepted terminology, to opine on causation. What types of experts are most persuasive; How to present expert testimony most effectively; How to avoid wasting time and money; and […]

  • Virtual Arbitration and Mediation of Complex Cases: Lessons Learned

    Video Conference

    As the pandemic continues to disrupt the legal practice, conducting all or parts of a hearing virtually has become a daily reality for the arbitrators, mediators and parties. This “new normal” has required many adjustments. A panel of neutrals advocates and virtual industry specialists will discuss lessons learned when conducting hearings, often comprising as many […]

  • Arbitrating Domestic and International Life Sciences Disputes

    Part 1 - 2:00 pm to 2:55 pm ET Part 2 - 3:15 pm to 4:30 pm ET Join us for a two-part virtual webinar where you will learn practical tips for resolving domestic and international life science disputes. In addition, you will hear perspectives from life science in-house counsel regarding these disputes. Part 1 […]

  • Silicon Docks, Silicon Valley: International Arbitration in Ireland and the US

    Video Conference

    Since IBM set up operations in Ireland in 1956, other US tech companies—Google, Microsoft, Intel, Apple and Facebook, to name a few—have followed suit. A combination of substantial R&D investment by the Irish government, an advantageous corporate tax rate and a highly educated talent pool has positioned Ireland as having Europe’s most robust tech economy. […]

  • Resolving Technology Disputes Through Arbitration and the Use of Technology in Arbitral Proceedings

    Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP and Amar Reiter Jeanne Schochatovitch & Co are co-hosting an ICC Young Arbitrator Forum (YAF) webinar on ‘Resolving Technology Disputes Through Arbitration and the Use of Technology in Arbitral Proceedings’. Join us for a discussion on the synergies between arbitration and technology: the use of technology, online secure platforms and […]

  • SVAMC-YP Tech Talk: Exploring Mechanisms to Resolve Tech Disputes for Start-Ups

    Video Conference

    Our SVAMC-YP Tech Talk on "Exploring Mechanisms to Resolve Tech Disputes for Start-Ups," will feature guest speaker Gustavo Moser, Counsel at the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) and moderator David Earnest, Senior Counsel with Diamond McCarthy LLP. Gustavo and David will discuss lessons learned and recent trends in how technology start-ups can avail themselves of […]

  • Data, Privacy and Cyber Security Issues in International Arbitration

    Video Conference

    This webinar offers the guidance of experts on how arbitration can deal with substantive data, privacy and cyber issues arising in international disputes. It is jointly presented by Orrick and the Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center (SVAMC). The highly experienced panelists will address current topics in arbitrating data and cyber issues, for example, arbitrability, […]

  • International Arbitration: Drafting, Advocacy and Enforcement

    Video Conference

    If you practice or have an interest in international arbitration, join us on Wednesday, November 11 from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM (EST) for several great panels on drafting, advocacy, and enforcement. This program will only be offered virtually live for CLE credit. After registering, you will receive a separate email on the day of […]

  • Recent Business Cases That Could Impact Your Technology Practice (Now Annual)

    Video Conference

    Peter Ruby will be reviewing Canadian judicial decisions that may have implications for your technology law practice. Topics will include: Time is of the essence clauses What are “indirect or consequential” damages Revisiting Resolute FP Canada Inc. v. Ontario (indemnities) Enforcement of contractual insolvency clauses Innocent misrepresentations leading to contract rescission The effect of not […]