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Bucerius HIAD Conference
(Hamburg International Arbitration Days)
The Bucerius HIAD Conference is the centerpiece of the Hamburg International Arbitration Days (HIAD).
HIAD is an annual event organized by CAM-CCBC, Rechtsstandort Hamburg e.V., the Hamburg Arbitration Circle, and the Bucerius Center for International Dispute Resolution (CIDR).
The conference has been documented since its third edition in 2019, with recordings available from its earlier years.
The Role of Arbitral Institutions in International Arbitration
Gatekeeper, Guardian or Quasi-Judge?
An album with high-resolution photos of the event can be found here.
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Welcome Address
Keynote
Arbitral Institutions as the Uncharted Stakeholders: a Primer
1st Panel
Party Autonomy vs. Institutional Autonomy
2nd Panel
The Role of Institutions in Preserving the Integrity of Proceedings
3rd Panel
Liability of Arbitral Institutions
4th Panel
„Apropos Vis: This House is of the view that Financing Agreements should be disclosed“ (Oxford Style Debate)
Closing Remarks
Networking
Taking Evidence in International Arbitration
European and (Latin) American Perspectives
The 9th Bucerius HIAD Conference focused on the topic of “Taking Evidence in International Arbitration”.
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The Use of AI in Arbitration
Present Applications and Future Perspectives
Media related to the 8th Bucerius HIAD Conference will be made available soon.
Arbitration with state parties
You can find a short article about the 7th Bucerius HIAD Conference here.
Conflict of Laws in Arbitration
Selected Issues of Multi"party" Arbitration
The 4th Hamburg International Arbitration Day was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Arbitration in the Age of Technology
Third-Party Funding in International Arbitration
The 2nd Bucerius HIAD Conference focused on the topic of “Third-Party Funding in International Arbitration”. The event's schedule included:
- Workshop: Funding Delicatesy Wholefoods? (Christian Stuerwald, Calunius Capital LLP)
- Book Launch—Kröll/Perales/Viscasillas (eds.): UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG), 2nd ed.
- Workshop: How to Become a Successful Mootie—Basics of Oral Advocacy (Prof. Anthony Daimsis FCIArb, University of Ottawa)
- Bucerius HIAD Conference on “Third-Party Funding in International Arbitration”
- — Third-Party Funding: An Overview of the Legal Frameworks (Prof. Victoria Shannon Sahani, Arizona State University)
- — Third-Party Funding: Turning a Blind Eye on Disclosure? (Duarte G. Henriques, BCH)
- — Cost Issues in Third-Party Funding (Dr. Jonas von Göler, Landgericht Düsseldorf)
- — Third-Party Funding in Brazil and Latin America—Practical use and legal issues? (Professor Dr. Carlos Alberto Carmona, University of São Paulo)
- — Third-Party Funding in Germany and Europe—Views from a funder (Christian Stuerwald, Calunius Capital LLP)
- — Vis Moot Special: International Arbitration & CISG—Siblings in Arms in the Fight for a Fairer World? (Professor Petra Butler, Victoria University of Wellington)
You can find a short article about the 2nd Bucerius HIAD Conference here.
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Interim Relief in Arbitration
Measures, Enforcement and the Role of Courts, Tribunals and Arbitration Institutions
The 1st Bucerius HIAD Conference focused on the topic of “Interim Relief in Arbitration”.
You can find a short article about the 1st Bucerius HIAD Conference here.
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Luther Dispute Resolution Lectures
The Luther Dispute Resolution Lecture is a recurring event at the Center, held the day before Bucerius HIAD Conference.
The lecture has been documented since its inception in 2018, with recordings available from its earlier years.
Arbitration and Human Rights
Friends or Foe?
In 2026, Sir Tim Eicke KCMG KC LLD was our guest and held a lecture entitled “Arbitration and Human Rights—Friends or Foe?”
An album with high-resolution photos of the event can be found here.
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Lecture
Networking
Arbitration in the Time of Crisis
Is It Still Delivering Its Promises?
In 2025, Professor Dr. Vladimir Pavić, LL.M. was our guest and held a lecture entitled “Arbitration in the Time of Crisis—Is It Still Delivering Its Promises?”
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Soft Law in International Commercial Arbitration
A Critical Approach
In 2024, Professor Dr. Felix Dasser, LL.M. was our guest and held a lecture entitled “Soft Law in International Commercial Arbitration—A Critical Approach”.
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Russia's Aggression Against Ukraine
The Question of Reparation
Data Protection and Cybersecurity in Arbitration: Risks and Opportunities
Climate Change and the Rule of Law
Arbitration vs Litigation
Cross-Border Dispute Settlement Mechanisms
The Achmea-Decision of the CJEU
You can find a short article about the 1st Luther Dispute Resolution Lecture here.
Other Events
Financing Orchis' Claim—Insights from a TPF
Satellite Event | HIAD 2026
Together with our sponsor of the 10th Bucerius HIAD Conference, Nivalion AG, one of Europe’s leading third-party funders, this session offered practical insights into how funders assess cases, decide whether to support claims, and why these considerations matter for young lawyers.
An album with high-resolution photos of the event can be found here.
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Arbitration and Enforcement Proceedings in the Age of EU-Sanctions and the Russian Lugovoy Law
Satellite Event | HIAD 2026
Together with DIS, CIETAC, and CAM-CCBC, the Bucerius Center for International Dispute Resolution organised this event. Leading experts addressed, among other issues, the enforcement of Russian Lugovoy judgments in India, Brazil, and China as well as the broader implications of far-reaching sanctions regimes for cross-border dispute resolution.
An album with high-resolution photos of the event can be found here.
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Welcome Remarks
1st Panel
Arbitrations Proceedings with Sanctioned Parties
2nd Panel
Enforcement of Russian Judgments under the Logovoy Law in BRIC-States
Networking
Arbitration & Insolvency
Perspectives form Brazil and Germany
Arbitrating the 28th Vis Case in Practice
From the FAA to the Restatement of Arbitration Law—Taking Stock of the American Arbitration Law
Prof. George Bermann (Columbia University, New York)
Together with distinguished guests from academia and practice, the Center for International Dispute Resolution (CIDR) officially opened on 14 February 2018 at Bucerius Law School, marking the launch of a new platform dedicated to advancing research and teaching in international dispute resolution. The event was accompanied by welcoming remarks highlighting the growing importance of arbitration and Hamburg’s role as a leading arbitration venue.
In his Opening Lecture on Reform Efforts in German and U.S. Arbitration Law, Professor George A. Bermann (Columbia University) presented the Restatement (Third) of the U.S. Law of International Commercial Arbitration and connected its development to the different phases of arbitral proceedings. Drawing on his role as chief Reporter, he offered detailed insights into the structure, objectives, and practical implications of the Restatement for international arbitration practice.
The lecture was complemented by remarks from Professor Gerhard Wagner (Humboldt University of Berlin), who addressed current reform efforts in German arbitration law. While noting that only limited amendments are envisaged, he highlighted the need for targeted additions to reflect recent developments in the field and ensure the continued effectiveness of the German arbitration framework.
A short article about the Opening Lecture can be found here and one about the opening of the Center here.
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