USC Gould/JAMS Arbitration Institute Sixth Annual International Arbitration Symposium Adapting to a World Forever Changed

The USC Gould/JAMS Arbitration Institute is proud to partner with the California Lawyer’s Association and the First Annual California International Arbitration Week, March 14-18.

Join us for a day of networking and interactive programming including a keynote address by Professor Gary Born and panel discussions covering topics such as the future of renewable energy disputes in North America and disruptors in the global entertainment industry.

JAMS, a State Bar of California-approved MCLE Provider, certifies that this actively qualifies for 4.5 total hours of Minimum Continuing Legal Education Credit (no ethics).

8:00 AM – Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:30 AM – Welcome and Opening Remarks – Symposium Co-Chairs
8:40 AM – Keynote and Third Annual Dorothy Nelson Lecture Address

Keynote Speaker

Professor Gary Born
Chair, International Arbitration Practice Group – London, UK Wilmer Hale

9:30 AM – Panel Discussion 1 – Response to Keynote Address

Featured Moderator:

Steven E. Sletten Partner, Gibson Dunn – Los Angeles

Featured Speakers:

• Richard Chernick, Mediator & Arbitrator, Vice President & Managing Director of Arbitration Practice, JAMS – Los Angeles
• Steven L. Smith, Of Counsel, Jones Day – San Francisco
• Dana Welch, Mediator & Arbitrator, Welch ADR – San Francisco

10:30 AM – Panel Discussion 2 – Disruptors in the Global Entertainment Industry

Set against a backdrop of closed theaters, halted film production, live event cancellations, and widespread digitization of IP assets, the U.S. video game industry grew 27% to $56.9 billion in revenue in 2020, surpassing movies and music combined, while the number of subscriptions to online video streaming services around the world reached 1.1 billion. As video & music streaming services and e-sports rapidly define new business models for the world of entertainment, how do they shape the new face of legal dispute resolution challenges? What are the ripple effects of the shifting legal landscape on key stakeholders in the entertainment industry, such as live performers, venue owners, record labels and management agencies?

Featured Moderator:

Amb. (Ret.) David Huebner, C.Arb,
International Arbitrator and Mediator, JAMS – Los Angeles

Featured Speakers:

• Susan Abramovtich, Partner, Gowling WLG – Toronto
• Linda Burrow, Director of Content Litigation, Netflix – Los Angeles
• Cheryl Buysse Lynch, Head of Business Affairs & Scripted Formats, Sony Pictures Television – Culver City – pending
• James Sammataro, Partner, Co-Chair of Media + Entertainment, Pryor Cashman – Miami/Los Angeles

12:00 PM – Networking Lunch

1:15 PM – Panel Discussion 3 – Turning Toward the Sun and Wind: Exploring Issues in Renewable Energy Arbitration

The energy sector has traditionally been a major user of international arbitration services. Now that the energy transition is well underway, have we seen a change to how disputes in this sector are resolved? What are the unique issues that arise in relation to this transformation and renewable projects in particular? Join us for an update on trends in this area from the US, Canada, Mexico and beyond to learn what’s happening now and what to expect in the future.

Featured Moderator:

Tina M. Cicchetti, International Arbitrator – Dallas Cicchetti Arbitration

Featured Speakers:

• Laura Cundari, FCIArb, Partner, Blakes – Vancouver
• Patrick Pearsall, Partner, Allen Overy – Washington, DC
• Miguel Ángel Simon, Partner, Hogan Lovells – Mexico City
• Nathan D. O'Malley, Partner and Head of International Arbitration & Litigation, Musick Peeler – Los Angeles

3:00 PM – Closing Reception