Clash of Legal Perspectives: Views on the law governing arbitration agreements in the UK and France | 03 April 2025
Clash of Legal Perspectives: Views on the law governing arbitration agreements in the UK and France
The panel will explore the legal principles governing arbitration agreements, focusing on the contrasting approaches taken by the UK Supreme Court and the French Cour de Cassation in Kabab-Ji v. Kout Food. The discussion will analyse how each court determined the applicable law and the broader implications of these rulings for the validity and enforceability of arbitration agreements. By examining these differing perspectives, the panel will provide insights into the challenges of legal certainty in international arbitration and the practical consequences for parties navigating cross-border disputes.
Registration and Coffee
Opening Remarks
- Matthew Saunders, Partner, Ashurst, London
- Brendan Vickers, Policy Director, ICC United Kingdom
Roundtable Discussion
- Alexander G. Fessas, Secretary General, ICC International Court of Arbitration; Director, ICC Dispute Resolution Services
- Carole Malinvaud, Partner, Gide Loyrette Nouel, Paris
- Swee Yen Koh, Partner, WongPartnership LLP, Singapore
- Guy Pendell, Chair, ICC United Kingdom Arbitration and ADR Committee; Head of International Arbitration, CMS, London
- Moderated by: Chiann Bao, Member, Arbitration Chambers, London
Q&A
Closing Remarks
- Emma Johnson, Partner, Ashurst LLP, London
Networking
