Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部）

Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部）is pleased to support Brews & Bonds: A Tea Tasting Networking Event, on 23 October at Karas So LLP in association with Mishcon de Reya LLP. Join us for a casual networking event featuring a Chinese tea tasting with four distinct varieties. Designed to create opportunities for reconnecting with old friends and making new ones, this gathering will celebrate diversity and dialogue over a shared appreciation for culture and conversation. Ling YANG FCIArb, WIA committee member and HKIAC’s Deputy Secretary General, Xi Zhang, WIA executive member and chief representative of HKIAC’s Beijing office, 虞子瑾, HKIAC’s counsel will be attending the event.   Places are limited, registrations on a first come first served basis: https://lnkd.in/g6qdyYFt #sharingtea #teatasting #arbitralwomen #femalebonding #hkiac #internationalarbitration #diversity

Recap on the 2nd Session of WIA In-House Counsel and Arbitration Interest Group Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部）In-House Counsel and Arbitration Interest Group successfully held its second edition in Shanghai on 6 September 2024, drawing an audience of around 60 professionals! A heartfelt thank you to our distinguished panel speakers: David Du, Suosheng Xu, Fei Xu, Qianqian Xu, Yuezhi Shen, Lisa Dai, Xiaozhou Guo, Meng Yun Qiu, Feifei Yu Xi Zhang, Yu Li, and 虞子瑾—for sharing their valuable insights and expertise. The discussion covered two critical topics: the art in constitution of tribunals and the challenges posed by sanctions and export controls in international arbitration. The guests’ in-depth analysis of these complex issues sparked engaging conversations among the attendees. Special appreciation goes to our supporting organizations: 🎉 上海国际仲裁中心-Shanghai International Arbitration Center  🌷 上海仲裁委员会 Shanghai Arbitration Commission   🌸 China Maritime Arbitration Commission  🍾 AllBright Law Offices  🥂 Clifford Chance  🌻 HKIAC The event was a great success, fostering thoughtful dialogue and professional exchange!

Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部）is pleased to have successfully hosted its first-ever event in Singapore, the Coffee Roulette featuring Yuet Min Foo, Director at Drew & Napier LLC, as our esteemed guest speaker✨ The session was moderated by Angelia Thng, Partner at Braddell Brothers LLP and Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部） Committee Member. The event gathered many female practitioners in Singapore to connect and hear from Yuet Min who shared candidly about her insights and lessons learnt carving out her distinguished career in arbitration. Drawing on her extensive experience, Yuet Min provided invaluable advice and key strategies on building a personal brand name, overcoming perceptions and obstacles faced, and balancing the demands of practice with other passions and commitments💡 The event was sponsored by Braddell Brothers LLP, Singapore’s second-oldest independent law practice founded in 1883 and specialising in dispute resolution. ✅Stay tuned for our next WIA Coffee Roulette Session and many other events coming your way to Singapore! #WomenInArbitration #WIACoffeeRoulette2024 

𝗪𝗜𝗔 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗼𝗼 𝗬𝘂𝗲𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝗻 | 𝟭𝟭 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗮𝘁 𝟭𝟴:𝟯𝟬 𝗛𝗞𝗧 | 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗲 (𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部）is pleased to launch the “WIA Coffee Roulette 2024” series, a platform for arbitration practitioners worldwide to connect with each other and engage in cross-cultural exchange. The events will be held every two months and will be in a hybrid format (i.e., in-person and online).   Each event will have two parts:   A 45-minute plenary discussion between a WIA host and a guest speaker. Followed by a 30 to 45-minute networking session.    Our unique networking session in the WIA Coffee Roulette 2024 series is designed to foster meaningful connections. Participants attending in person will be paired for a private and informal chat. Online participants will be paired in Zoom breakout room for a private and informal chat.   1. The plenary discussion will be broadcast on Zoom and available to online participants. 2. The details of the second WIA Coffee Roulette 2024 are as follows: Guest speaker: Yuet Min Foo, Director at Drew & Napier LLC  WIA Host: Angelia Thng, Partner at Braddell Brothers LLP Date: 11 September 2024 Time: 18:30-20:00 HKT (Registration starts at 18:00) Location (for those attending in person): Braddell Brothers LLP , 11 Beach Road #04-01, Singapore 189675 Location (for those attending online): A Zoom link will be provided.  Registration link: https://lnkd.in/gzsSMA3d    Yuet Min Foo is a leading female practitioner in the arbitration scene. She is a Director in the Dispute Resolution department of Drew & Napier LLC, a leading firm in Singapore. She graduated with First Class Honours from the National University of Singapore in 2006. Prior to joining Drew & Napier LLC in 2008, Yuet Min was a Justices’ Law Clerk at the Supreme Court of Singapore. Yuet Min has an active arbitration practice. Many of her matters involve SIAC and ICC arbitrations as well as arbitration-related Court proceedings. Yuet Min also has particular interest and experience in multi-lingual proceedings. In the plenary session, Yuet Min will share captivating insights and lessons learnt throughout her distinguished career, offering valuable advice to younger practitioners. Yuet Min will also discuss the advantages and challenges of being a woman in arbitration, the purpose and highlights of her journey, and how she balances a demanding career with her other passions and commitments. Attendees will gain practical tips and professional advice from Yuet Min and her extensive experience.

Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部） was honoured to host our first hybrid "Coffee Roulette" last week, featuring Queenie Lau SC, Barrister-at-law at Temple Chambers as the guest speaker. The session was moderated by Heidi Chui, Senior Partner at ALLBRIGHT LAW (HONG KONG) OFFICES LLP and Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部） Committee Member. In the plenary session, Queenie shared her remarkable professional journey, from her early days studying at the University of Cambridge to becoming a solicitor in Hong Kong and ultimately joining the Temple Chambers as a barrister. She also provided valuable insights into her transition to the field of arbitration, emphasising the importance of embracing new opportunities. Besides, Queenie shared her strategies for balancing her demanding career with diverse personal interests, such as music, photography, and stress relief techniques. Her insights were inspiring and resonated with the audience. The event was sponsored by Stevenson, Wong & Co. and ALLBRIGHT LAW (HONG KONG) OFFICES LLP, underscoring the legal community's commitment to supporting women in arbitration. Stay tuned for our next WIA Coffee Roulette session!

𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗪𝗜𝗔 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部）is pleased to release the 2023 WIA Annual Report. Since its launch in 2018, WIA has organised activities in Shanghai, Beijing, Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and virtually. Activities include roundtable discussions, debates, and social events covering technical topics relating to arbitration, as well as subjects addressing professional and personal development. WIA has continued our endeavour in creating fora for sharing experiences and promoting visibility. Our events organised in 2023 have invited 55 speakers, of which 44 speakers were female (80%), from diverse backgrounds to share their insights in various topics of role and visibility of female arbitration practitioners. In 2023, various major arbitral institutions and lawyer associations have joined WIA’s effort in promoting diversity in arbitration. In total, 5 arbitral institutions and 3 lawyer associations co-organised or supported our events. The 2023 WIA Annual Report has been posted on our website. For the English version, please click here: https://lnkd.in/dZfW_ykm For the Simplified Chinese version, please click here: https://lnkd.in/gC6uSpdQ We look forward to continuing our work in 2024. We welcome and encourage you to share your ideas with WIA so we can work together to promote the success of female practitioners in the field of international arbitration. Many thanks to our distinguished WIA Committee and Executive Committee members for their excellent job! WIA Committee Members - Holly Blackwell, International Partner, King & Wood Mallesons - Helena HC Chen C.Arb FCIArb PhD, Managing Partner, Chen & Chang, Attorneys-at-Law - Heidi Chui, Senior Partner, ALLBRIGHT LAW (HONG KONG) OFFICES LLP - Yin Ge, Partner, Han Kun Law Offices - Sarah Grimmer (Co-Chair), Independent Arbitrator, Twenty Essex - Ling YANG FCIArb, Deputy Secretary-General, HKIAC - Weina Ye, International Partner, Herbert Smith Freehills Kewei - Dr Xi Zhang, China General Counsel, Olympus China Huafang Zhu, Partner, Hui Zhong Law Firm | 汇仲律师事务所 - Lixia Zhang (Co-Chair), Director & Founding Partner, Beijing Huamao & Guigu Law Firm WIA Executive Committee Members - Sylvia Jiang, Partner, Zhong Lun Law Firm - Connie Lee, Barrister, Des Voeux Chambers - Yu Li, General Counsel, 上海仲裁委员会 Shanghai Arbitration Commission - Monika Prusinowska, Scholar, Universitat de Barcelona - Meng Yun Qiu, Partner, AllBright Law Offices - Angelia Thng, Partner, Braddell Brothers LLP - Alice Wang, Senior Associate, Pinsent Masons - Xi Zhang, Deputy General Manager of Overseas Legal Department of Legal Compliance Department, Sinochem Holdings

𝗪𝗜𝗔 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝘂 𝗦𝗖 | 𝟭𝟬 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗮𝘁 𝟭𝟳:𝟬𝟬 𝗛𝗞𝗧 | 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗼𝗻𝗴 (𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部）is pleased to launch the “WIA Coffee Roulette 2024” series, a platform for arbitration practitioners worldwide to connect with each other and engage in cross-cultural exchange. The events will be held every two months and will be in a hybrid format (i.e., in-person and online). Each event will have two parts: 1. A 45-minute plenary discussion between a WIA host and a guest speaker. 2. Followed by a 30 to 45-minute networking session. Our unique networking session in the WIA Coffee Roulette 2024 series is designed to foster meaningful connections. Participants attending in person will be paired for a private and informal chat. Online participants will be paired in Zoom breakout room for a private and informal chat. The plenary discussion will be broadcast on Zoom and available to online participants. The details of the first WIA Coffee Roulette 2024 are as follows: Guest speaker: Queenie Lau SC, Barrister-at-law at Temple Chambers, Hong Kong WIA Host: Heidi Chui, Senior Partner, ALLBRIGHT LAW (HONG KONG) OFFICES LLP Date: 10 July 2024 Time: 17:00-18:30 HKT Location (for those attending in person): HKIAC, 38/F, Two Exchange Square, 8 Connaught Place, Hong Kong Location (for those attending online): A Zoom link will be provided. Registration link: https://lnkd.in/gcYVBY6V In the plenary session, Queenie Lau SC, a leading barrister from Temple Chambers, Hong Kong, will share captivating insights from her distinguished career, offering valuable advice to younger practitioners. Queenie will discuss the advantages of being a woman in arbitration, the purpose and highlights of her journey, and how she balances a demanding career with her passions, such as photography and travel, demonstrating that it is indeed possible to stop and smell the flowers amidst a busy practice. Attendees will gain practical life lessons and professional wisdom from Queenie's extensive experience in commercial law, mediation, and advocacy. Many thanks to our supporting organisation and sponsors: Arbitration Pledge ALLBRIGHT LAW (HONG KONG) OFFICES LLP Stevenson, Wong & Co.  HKIAC Look forward to seeing you soon!

🍷 In celebration of the International Women's Day and Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部）'s 6th Anniversary, the "WIA Spring Wine Tasting Festival" was a success!   Amidst the enjoyment of exquisite wines, our panel speakers, including 常金光, 宮黎, Denning Jin, 王剑峰律师, 王唯骏, Ling YANG FCIArb and 李昱 shared invaluable insights and expertise in the dispute resolution field. Gratitude to all speakers and attendees for making this event exceptional!   Special thanks to: - 上海吾契律师事务所 - Accuracy - AllBright Law Offices   #WIA #InternationalWomensDay #arbitration #internationaldispute

🌐🤝 Women in Arbitration - East meets West 🌐🤝 Join us for an insightful discussion on the intriguing interplay between Eastern and Western legal systems in the context of arbitration. In this event, we will explore the profound impact of cultural nuances, legal philosophies, harmonization efforts, and geopolitical dynamics on arbitration proceedings. Kindly register for the event by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/gREVfDv6 🗓️ Date and Time: 6:30-8:00pm, 12 March 2024 📍 Venue: French Mission Building, 1 Battery Path, Central 💼 Speakers: 🔹 Teresa Cheng – Adjunct Professor and Course Director of International Arbitration and Dispute Settlement Program, Tsinghua University; Co-Chair, Asian Academy of International Law 🔹 Ben Bury – General Counsel at Gammon Construction Limited 🔹 Yvonne Shek – Counsel at Clifford Chance 🔹 Alice Wang (Moderator) – Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部）, Executive Committee Member

𝗪𝗜𝗔 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 Women in Arbitration (WIA) is pleased to launch “WIA Spring Wine Tasting Festival”, a special turnout event to celebrate International Women’s Day and the 6th anniversary of the Women in Arbitration (WIA，仲裁女性俱乐部）initiative, on 8 March 2024 at 14:00 HKT in Lujiazui, Shanghai.   The Wine Tasting Festival event will be divided into two main parts: - The first part is a 75-minute wine tasting in which each participant will be invited to grasp a taste from the carefully curated selection of exquisite wines from renowned vineyards in Italy. - The second part is a talk led by six esteemed speakers in the dispute resolution field to share their invaluable insights and expertise with us.   Special thanks to: - 上海吾契律师事务所 - Accuracy - AllBright Law Offices   Please join us on 8 March 2024 at 14:00 HKT for our exciting wine-tasting gathering. We look forward to raising a glass with you!   Register now: https://lnkd.in/gjCd3SpV