Pre-Moot: 19th Annual ICDR Practice Moot and Lecture Series

The 19th Annual International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR) Practice Moot and Lecture Series will take place on Friday, 27 February 2026, in New York City. This event is designed to bring together leading arbitrators and practitioners in the field of international commercial arbitration, providing law students from around the globe with the opportunity to sharpen their advocacy skills in preparation for the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot competitions held in Vienna and Hong Kong. In its 19th year, the ICDR Practice Moot aims to uphold a tradition of quality education and friendly competition, while also emphasizing the cultural interconnectivity and diversity inherent in international commercial law. Participants will engage with their international colleagues, fostering a collaborative learning environment in a global hub of business and law. This event is ideal for arbitrators, advocates, academics, and anyone interested in the dynamics of arbitration, making it a significant occasion for professional development and networking within the legal community.