- October 15, 2024
5:15 pm - 7:00 pm
Guest Speaker: Walter Sofronoff KC
Topic: International Arbitration: Multicultural Ethics and Professionalism
Overview: Multiple professional standards and no enforcement authority. Does it matter?
You are invited to the Ciarb Australia Annual Lecture 2024 featuring Walter Sofronoff KC and hosted by global law firm, Norton Rose Fulbright. A major highlight of the Australian Arbitration Week, the lecture is open to all members and guests. Be sure to secure your seat as places are strictly limited and registration is essential.
Walter Sofronoff KC is an Australian jurist and lawyer who served as the President of the Queensland Court of Appeal (2017–2022) and as the Solicitor-General of Queensland (2005 – 2014). Mr Sofronoff was called to the Bar in 1977, took silk in 1988 and served as President of the Bar Association of Queensland (1994 – 1996). He has conducted and also participated in public inquiries and has conducted government reviews He is an accredited mediator and graded arbitrator.
Date: Tuesday, 15 October 2024
Time:
5.15 pm – Registration
5.30 pm – Welcome and Opening Remarks: Dylan McKimmie, Partner and Head of Arbitration, Norton Rose Fulbright
5.35 pm – Introduction: Jo Feldman, Ciarb Australia Vice President.
Lecture and Q & A: Walter Sofronoff KC; Q&A Moderator: Jo Feldman, Ciarb Australia Vice President
Vote of Thanks: Ashleigh Giles, Associate, Norton Rose Fulbright
6.30 pm – 7.00 pm Networking Drinks & Canapés
Venue:
Norton Rose Fulbright
Level 21, ONE ONE ONE
111 Eagle Street
Brisbane QLD
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RSVP: Friday, 11 October 2024
Enquiries:
Gianna Totaro
CEO, CIArb Australia
Mob: 0438 337 328
info@ciarb.net.au
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About the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Since 1915 and with more than 18,000 members worldwide in over 150 countries, the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators exists for the global promotion, facilitation and development of all forms of private dispute resolution. In addition to providing education, training and accreditation for arbitrators, mediators and adjudicators, Ciarb acts as an international centre for practitioners, policymakers, academics and the business community.
Ciarb Australia is one of 41 branches offering institute members a prestigious, globally-recognised qualification and access to a global professional community and regular networking opportunities.