Dubai Arbitration Week (DAW) is an annual event that brings the UAE’s vibrant arbitration community together with leading global practitioners including arbitrators, lawyers, and experts.
Through engaging discussions and debates, DAW highlights the pivotal role in shaping the future of arbitration in UAE and the broader Middle East. It highlights the central role of arbitration in resolving all types of disputes including financial, banking, insurance, commercial, construction, real estate, and corporate disputes across the MENA region. The UAE’s arbitration ecosystem is distinct, featuring the Abu Dhabi Global Market Arbitration Centre (ADGMAC) as an offshore hub which complements the traditional onshore arbitration centers in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other Emirates including the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) and the Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre (arbitrateAD). Since its inception, DAW has rapidly expanded and become one of the largest and most influential arbitration events globally. With over 140 events planned for 2024, this year’s DAW (taking place from 11-15 November 2024) is set to be the largest version to date. The full calendar for Dubai Arbitration Week 2024 is now available at https://dubaiarbitrationweek.com
Impact of Dubai Arbitration Week 2024
Arbitration is a preferred method of resolving commercial disputes in the UAE, offering efficiency, confidentiality, and expertise in resolving complex matters.
It provides a neutral platform, reduces court backlogs, and ensures enforceable outcomes which is crucial for international businesses operating in the UAE and in the broader MENA region.
Dubai Arbitration Week 2024 is a blue riband event that brings together global experts, offering invaluable networking opportunities, insights into emerging trends, and access to best practices in arbitration.
Attending DAW is essential for legal professionals seeking to stay ahead in the field, enhance their expertise, and connect with industry leaders.
Guidelines for Dubai Arbitration Week 2024
DAW is organised by a committee of volunteers from the UAE’s arbitration community who represent the interests of the local community and who promote international arbitration and ADR as peaceful means of dispute resolution. Due to the high demand from participating law firms and institutions in 2023, and based on feedback regarding the number of events held, the Organising Committee established new guidelines for the edition of Dubai Arbitration Week 2024 (DAW) limiting the number of events per time slot to three.
However, there are many social events and opportunities for networking throughout the week including the DALDS and the Bin Sevan Annual Jazz dinner on Tuesday 12 November 2024.
DAW Opening Ceremony
The opening ceremony will take place on the evening of Monday 11 November 2024 from 7pm onwards. All events taking place on that day will end by 6pm. Last year’s event was spectacular and attended by over 1000 delegates and this year’s ceremony promises to launch DAW 2024 in similarly excellent style.
Number of events per firm/institution
Given the volume of demand, each firm or institution has been permitted to advertise one event during DAW 2024. In order to manage the schedule, events were limited to three per daily time slot.
Sponsorship
The Diamond Sponsor for the event is HKA whilst Platinum Sponsors Aikyam Law Offices and Innovative Management are joined by Gold Sponsors including Hadef and Partners.
Bolz Arbitration
Bolz Arbitration was founded in Dubai in 2009 by Anja Bolz. Anja is an accredited and experienced international chartered arbitrator, offering tailored arbitration services internationally and in the MENA region. To arrange a meeting during DAW. Contact Us