Sunday, March 9, 2008

Conference: Remedies in Commercial, Investment, and Energy Arbitrations

The Permanent Court of Arbitration, the Houston International Arbitration Club, Inc., & the University of Texas School of Law will host a conference on "Remedies in Commercial, Investment, and Energy Arbitrations," April 17-18, 2008, in Houston. The program is available here. Why attend?
What can the arbitrator do in fashioning remedies in commercial, investment and energy arbitrations? This program — jointly sponsored by the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA), the Houston International Arbitration Club (HIAC), and The University of Texas School of Law — brings together an internationally-renowned faculty from Europe, Latin America, Canada and the U.S., in a special conference focused on the law, economics, advocacy and enforcement of remedies in commercial and investment cases. The conference blends analysis with practical application of economic and legal principles to solve real problems facing the international energy and construction sectors. Keynote speaker V.V. "Johnny" Veeder leads a distinguished opening panel that examines these issues, and also delivers the keynote luncheon address on Thursday. The conference ends with a distinguished General Counsel’s panel, including counsel from Exxon Mobil, ConocoPhillips, Baker Hughes, and Grupo ICA. Don’t miss this unique and valuable program!