How to Run a Seamless, Efficient and Innovative International Arbitration: The Essential Role of Arbitration Specialists, Paralegals and Legal Assistants in International Arbitration (Hybrid Event)

This panel will be hosted by Allen & Overy

WAW’s panel on the role of Arbitration Specialists, Paralegals and Legal Assistants in International Arbitration will discuss their dynamic and evolving responsibilities considering the post-COVID-19 environment. The transition towards hybrid models combining virtual hearings and occasional in-person meetings has led to the development of new skills needed by legal assistants and paralegals that include technological and logistical knowledge. More specifically, this panel will address:

• What are the key functions of a paralegal in today’s virtual arbitration?
• What are the essential roles they may play in an arbitration to run efficiently? As an example, how can technology optimize document production, organizing and attention to detail?
• What part do they play during the various stages of the arbitration?