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Dear #OBAlawyers, This is a call to action. The Ontario Bar Association executive nominations are now open, and your participation is crucial. As gatekeepers, we all know that our #immigration system is #broken (=not functioning as intended) at all levels. While many of us are vocal critics, only a few accept the responsibility that comes with our role. A heartfelt #ThankYou to all volunteers who have dedicated their time and energy to advance not only our profession’s interests but also its duty to society. Despite the commitment and the dedication, little progress has been made. This is because our #democracy has not yet evolved to recognize expert #civilsociety as the cornerstone of effective #policymaking. Instead, we find ourselves in a paradox where civil society looks to the #government for a seat at the table. This backward dynamic is so ingrained that I have often heard at OBA executive meetings that the government's openness to meet us is a "favor". Think about it: paid, often uninformed public servants are doing expert volunteers a favor by listening to their policy solutions! This #exclusionary practice has bred a pervasive defeatism, reflected in executive meetings where change is deemed "impossible." Throughout the years, slowly but surely we have come to accept the erosion of our role. We have come to accept to bear the front-line stress of the back-end’s ineffectiveness. I call on each of you, the #hopeful and #bold, to help the OBA reclaim its crucial role in shaping our country’s future. Now is the time to get involved. The OBA, while imperfect, remains the strongest potential to transform our immigration system, and you are key to unlocking this potential. Please consider standing for #nomination. For those interested in getting involved or if you have questions, feel free to contact me directly. #BetterImmigrationPolicy 

🤝 One of the advantages of mediation for use in the field of intellectual property is the unique opportunity for the parties to the conflict to form individual, creative and flexible solutions that take into account the interests of both parties, in contrast to the court process, where the decision is usually made by a judge alone. 📈 About this advantage and numerous other benefits of mediation in the field of intellectual property are told by the representatives of the Mediation Center of IP Office, Ауріка Грибовська and Alla Chaika, at the 5th International Scientific and Practical Conference «Actual Aspects of Modern Scientific Research». 🔎 The focus of the research is the analysis of the successful practice of IP mediation by both Ukrainian jurisdictions and international organizations. 💻👉 Read more about this in the article, which is available in English at the link (page 623): https://lnkd.in/dm5FST6y

Join us on November 6 for a session titled “Ask Me Anything.” This is your opportunity to get your questions answered by André Gallant of the Canadian Intellectual Property Office / Office de la propriété intellectuelle du Canada, and Smart & Biggar principals Tony Orsi and Patricia Folkins Questions can focus on the different types of intellectual property, how to file in Canada, common IP problems encountered. This is your opportunity to get insights from someone knowledgeable about intellectual property in Canada. https://lnkd.in/eym3UKWR

⏰ ONE DAY LEFT! Another important key date is just a day away. 📌SUBMISSION OF CLAIMANT'S MEMORANDUM - Thursday, 12 December 2024, 23:59 (HKT) Make sure that your team has uploaded its Claimant's Memorandum through its Team Account within the deadline provided! Don't forget to ensure that all 22nd VEM Rules are complied with. Late Memoranda will not be accepted and your team will risk facing disqualification. To learn more about the 22nd Vis East Moot, check out our website: ➡️ www.cisgmoot.org #VEM #viseast #vismoot #internationalarbitration #CISG #hongkong

Every time I talk with Tamara Kraljic, I learn something new and vital to the practice of international arbitration. Grab this great opportunity on April 15 to hear and learn from Tamara yourself! #internationalarbitration #frencharbitrationday

Missa inte lanseringen av boken Högkvalitativa skiljeförfaranden i Sverige! 🎉 On 25 June 2024, in conjunction with the AGM of the Swedish Arbitration Associaton, we will celebrate the launch of the book (in Swedish) ‘Högkvalitativa skiljeförfaranden i Sverige’. This book is a must-have for any Swedish speaking lawyer with an interest in commercial dispute resolution. 📙The book is a collection of the first five reports produced within the project ‘SAA Arbitration Reports’. Each report thouroughly investigates an aspect of arbitral procedure with the aim of identifying good practices and recommended solutions to procedural issues. The reports address, in turn, (1) the organising of the proceedings, (2) the hearing, (3) witness and expert evidence, (4) the relationship between efficiency and due process and (5) the drafting of the award. A large number of fantastic arbitration lawyers have been involved in the project. 👩⚖️I am convinced that these reports will be of great use in and develop Swedish arbitration and safeguard its standing as a fast, cost effective and transparent means of resolving commercial disputes. I hope to see as many of you as possible at the launch at the AGM in June (which also will mark the end of my term as President of the Swedish Arbitration Association). For those interested in the book without being able to attend, email [email protected].

CILS is pleased to welcome back an exceptional lineup of second-time panelists for the International Arbitration Symposium 2024! These seasoned individuals not only bring a wealth of experience but also infuse our discussions with fresh perspectives, elevating the symposium's influence on international arbitration. Peter Rosher, Lucinda Low, Mohamed Shelbaya, Irina Nazarova, Aloysius Llamzon, Christina Hioureas , David Goldberg, Mark Morril, Kathleen Paisley, Johannes Hendrik Fahner, Laurie Achtouk-Spivak Their return underscores their commitment to advancing the field and fostering collaborative dialogue. Get ready to dive deep into engaging discussions and forge meaningful connections at the symposium. #CILSInternationalArbitrationSymposium2024! #Arbitration #LegalExperts #Symposium #InternationalLaw

Manuel del Valle, PE and Karen Deshon, P.E. PMP are wrapping up an enriching experience as the 22nd ICC Miami Conference on International Arbitration comes to a close today. Hosted at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel, this dynamic event showcased the latest in arbitration and ADR across Latin America. From engaging with other industry leaders to exploring innovative trends, the conference offered valuable insights to enhance Peritia’s expertise in international dispute resolution. #InternationalArbitration #ADR #LatinAmerica #ICCMiami2024 #DisputeResolution #ICCConference #ArbitrationTrends

Second South Eastern Europe Arbitration Conference   Are you going to the #SEEA Conference in Vienna? https://lnkd.in/d-PeemKC Join the industry's leading arbitration practitioners and scholars (and me) in the heart of Vienna on 26 September for the inaugural South Eastern Europe Arbitration Conference – “Current Trends in International Arbitration in South Eastern Europe”. I’m participating in Second panel: Hot Topics in Arbitration in the SEE Region panel. It promises to be interesting. You need to be there!

🎉 Young ITA is pleased to announce the winner of the 2024 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝑰𝑻𝑨 𝑾𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅: Nicolás Cely Bustacara of the University of Ottawa 🏆 The annual award, “New Voices in International Arbitration,” recognizes research in the field of international arbitration by young practitioners, academics and students. 🗓️ The award and prize will be presented at the ITA Advisory Board Annual Meeting in June 2024 during the 36th Annual ITA Workshop and Annual Meeting. 📘 Nicolás's paper, “When Access to Justice Leads to Abuse of Justice: A Legal and Economic Analysis of Third - Party Funding in Investment Arbitration”, will be published in the ITA journal ITA in Review.