Umpire MasterClass 2024

ARIAS Master Umpire Session (2024)

Anatomy Of An Arbitration

Co-Chairs: Andrea Giannetta (Enstar); Amy J. Kallal (Mound Cotton) & David A. Attisani (Choate)

Panelists:  Frank Lattal; Elaine Caprio; Kevin Tierney; Susan Claflin; Sue Grondine; Howard Page; Susan Mack; Diane Nergaard

The Umpire Masterclass will take place on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, starting with lunch at 12 noon, with the Masterclass from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This year’s session will focus on managing an effective arbitration. We discuss the umpire’s role in all aspects of the decision-making process and across the phases of a typical industry arbitration.

Some experienced umpires have described the process as reflecting: “Consensus, Compromise, and Consequences.”

AGENDA

Introduction of Panel & Welcome

Launching the Arbitration: The Organizational Meeting  

The Organizational Meeting
Indemnification & Hold Harmless Agreements
Confidentiality
The Arbitration Schedule
Determining the Issues Before the Panel
Motions

Ensuring Progress Toward Disposition 

Motion Practice
Conduct of Counsel
Discovery Issues

Pre-Hearing Panel Deliberations & Orders 

Oral Argument
Deliberations
Drafting an Order

Managing the Hearing 

 The Hearing Plan
Motions at the Hearing
Presentation of Evidence
When is the Hearing Concluded?

The Final Award

REGISTRATION

Employees of Corporate Members and Certified Arbitrators, please obtain and use your previously provided discount code with the registration form to take advantage of the educational discounts afforded Corporate Members (Law Firms, Insurance and Reinsurance Companies, Consulting Firms) and Certified Arbitrators. Contact info@arias-us.org if you do not have the discount code.

The New York Hilton Midtown is the headquarters hotel for the 2024 ARIAS·U.S. Fall Conference. We have secured a block of rooms at a discounted rate starting at $369 (excluding taxes and fees).

After registering for the conference, you will receive a link to book your hotel accommodations. Attendees are encouraged to book early, as rooms have historically sold out quickly. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis and must be booked by October 15, 2024. If you wish to book additional nights (before or after the conference) at the Hilton Midtown, you can but room rates will vary.