3rd ICC Italia Arbitration Forum
3rd ICC Italia Arbitration Forum: Scuderie di Palazzo Altieri | Via Santo Stefano del Cacco, 1
Networking Gala Cocktail: Nuovo Circolo degli Scacchi | Piazza del Gesù, 49
Dress code: dark suit and black shoes for men, and business formal for women (no sneakers).
About ICC Italia Arbitration Forum
Organized by ICC Italia and the ICC Dispute Resolution Services, the 3rd edition of the ICC Italia Arbitration Forum will take place in Rome on 9th October 2025.
The Forum represents ICC Italia’s annual event dedicated to the Italian arbitration community, providing a unique space for dialogue among institutions, general counsels, practitioners, businesses, law firms and academia. With the participation of the ICC International Court of Arbitration® and the support of leading legal professionals, the Forum encourages open discussion on the evolution of international commercial arbitration and its practical applications in the Italian context.
Immediately following the Forum, we will gather at the exclusive and prestigious Nuovo Circolo degli Scacchi for the Networking Gala Cocktail. This will be a distinguished occasion to raise a toast together and to foster new professional and personal connections. Thanks to member Prof. Antonio Nuzzo.
To access the Nuovo Circolo degli Scacchi, a dress code is required: dark suit and black shoes for men, and business formal for women (no sneakers).
Why attend?
- Learn directly from ICC Court representatives and leading arbitration experts
- Build valuable connections with peers and industry leaders
- Gain practical insights into the future of arbitration in Italy and globally
- Access exclusive events such as the ICC Italia Executive Lunch and the Networking Gala Cocktail
- Be part of an ICC-endorsed event designed to engage the Italian arbitration community
Side event
ICC YAAF: In conversation with Alexander Fessas
Join us for an interactive session with Alexander Fessas, and Breakfast to kick off the 3rd Italian Arbitration Forum.
Programme
In today’s complex and global business landscape, effective dispute management requires proactive and informed decision-making well before conflicts escalate. Companies can reduce costs, preserve business relationships, and achieve more favorable outcomes by identifying risks early, aligning legal strategy with business objectives, and selecting the most appropriate tools — be they arbitration, mediation, or other alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms.
The III ICC Italia Arbitration Forum will bring together users, counsel, arbitrators and institutions to explore how integrated strategies can prevent disputes from escalating and ensure they are resolved efficiently. Drawing on real-world experiences from a range of industries and the entire spectrum of ICC dispute resolution services, the forum will provide valuable insights into aligning arbitration with the ever-changing demands of the business world.
3rd ICC Italia Arbitration Forum
Dispute Assessment and Strategy
13:30 – 14:00 Registration & Welcome coffee
14:00 – 14:30 Opening Remarks
Paolo Muti Head of International Affairs – ABI
Chaiperson: Barbara De Donno Secretary General – ICC Italia, Professor of Comparative Law – Luiss Guido Carli
Keynote Speaker: Alexander Fessas Secretary General – ICC International Court of Arbitration
14:30 – 15:30 Tailor-Made and Cost-Effective Arbitration: The Role of Early Case Assessment
The discussion will focus on the importance of identifying and considering the key issues in an arbitral proceeding early on, bearing in mind the complexity and value of the dispute. Panelists will examine the role of the parties and their external counsel in making strategic decisions aimed at achieving cost-effective and expeditious arbitration. This will include exploring the procedural options to be addressed during the case management conference and the potential for the arbitral tribunal to make early determinations on certain issues.
Moderator
Giacomo Rojas Elgueta Head of International Arbitration – Chiomenti
Panelists
Rosanna Grosso Senior Legal Counsel – Siemens
Roberto Lipari Partner, Europe Head of Litigation and Dispute Resolution – Dentons
Georgia Magno Chief Legal Officer – Baker Hughes
Francisco Trebucq Counsel – ICC International Court of Arbitration
Q&A
15:30 – 16:30 What Parties Want in Construction Arbitration
The session will examine the dispute resolution needs of companies operating in the construction sector, focusing on how arbitration fits into broader conflict management strategies and resolution methods. The discussion will explore how parties use arbitration as part of a conflict management strategy, covering everything from contract design and early risk assessment to procedural customization and post-award enforcement.
Moderator
Cecilia Carrara Partner – Legance
Panelists
Chiara Capalti Senior Associate – Cleary Gottlieb
Gaëlle Filhol Partner – Pinsent Masons
Fabio Londero Group General Counsel – Danieli
Rohit Singhal CEO – Masin
Q&A
16:30 – 17:00 Coffee break
17:00 – 18:30
The voice of startup: Lexroom Experience
Martina Domenicali Co-founder & CRO – Lexroom.ai
Adapting Arbitration to Business Realities: What Parties Expect in Non-Traditional Sectors
The panelists will address the increasing adoption of arbitration in sectors beyond its traditional strongholds, including yachting, fashion and luxury goods, telecommunications and crypto assets. Although these industries have not historically relied on arbitration, they are now showing a growing interest in flexible and confidential dispute resolution tools. The session will explore the criteria that companies in these sectors use to select arbitration.
Moderator
Marco Torsello Partner – ArbLit
Panelists
Georgia Agù Group General Counsel – Azimut|Benetti
Andrea Atteritano Partner – Hogan Lovells
Silvia Milanese General Counsel – Flos B&B Italia Group
Agostino Nuzzolo General Counsel – TIM
Q&A
Closing Remarks
Diego Corapi Emeritus Professor of Comparative Private Law – Sapienza University of Rome
Barbara De Donno Secretary General ICC Italia, Professor of Comparative Law – Luiss Guido Carli
19:00 Networking Gala Cocktail
Nuovo Circolo degli Scacchi – Palazzo Altieri, Piazza del Gesù, 49 – Rome
Our thanks to Professor Antonio Nuzzo for making the cocktail at the Nuovo Circolo degli Scacchi possible, in his quality of member.
A Leading Voice in International Arbitration
Alexander G. Fessas, Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration® and Director of ICC Dispute Resolution Services, will join the third edition of the ICC Italia Arbitration Forum.
Take a look back at last year’s highlights
Since the first edition in 2023, the ICC Italia Arbitration Forum has become a key moment for the Italian and international arbitration community.
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