Events
Delay and Disruption Claims in Construction: Key Takeaways from Landmark Judgment
12th March 2025
The webinar on “Delay and Disruption Claims in Construction: Key Takeaways from Landmark Judgments” featured industry experts Mr. Manoj Kumar, AVP – Legal and Contracts at EFKON India; Mr. Mohamed Hamza, Associate Director at Boultwood+Associates; Prof. Stephen Hibbert, International Commercial Arbitrator and Mediator; Ms. Gunjan Chhabra, Partner at MRP Advisory as the panel lead and Mr. Devesh Matta, Associate at MRP Advisory as the moderator. The panel provided valuable insights into key judicial decisions shaping delay and disruption claims in construction projects, common pitfalls, best practices, and emerging trends in managing construction disputes.
Third Party Funding – Globally
25th February 2025
As part of The Dialogue on Construction Law and Policy, this conversation on Third Party Funding – Globally between Mr. Nikhil Ramdev, Sr. Associate, MRP Advisory and Mr. Kishore Jaichandani, MD, CAVEAT CAPITAL explores litigation funding, its growing presence globally and specially in UAE, funding processes, trends and outlooks, and the role of CAVEAT CAPITAL in this evolving industry.
Liquidated Damages in Construction Disputes: A Comparison Across Multiple Jurisdictions
30th Jan 2025
The webinar brought together industry experts from UAE, Oman, KSA, UK and India to discuss how liquidated damages are addressed in construction disputes.
Panelist: The panel speakers comprising of Sadaff Habib, Independent Arbitrator, Equanimity Arbitration; Abdulredha Al Lawati, Founder, ALC Lawyers & Counsels; Kort Egan, Barrister, Gatehouse Chambers; Foram Majmudar, Senior Associate, Law Firm of Hassan Mahassni; Adarsh Ramakrishnan, Partner, MRP Advisory; Vivek Sharma, Associate, MRP Advisory shared practical insights into legal interpretations, enforceability, and strategies to navigate disputes effectively.Mediation in India: Recent Developments and Impact on Construction and Infrastructure Industry
16th January 2025
Mediation, in particular, has emerged as a valuable tool for resolving disputes efficiently and amicably. In the context of the construction and infrastructure industry, where disputes are frequent and often complex, understanding the recent developments in Indian mediation law is extremely crucial. Watch recent developments in Mediation in India after Karnataka government’s decision on removing arbitration clauses from its contracts.
Panelist: Mr. Unmesh Kulkarni, Sr. VP Contracts Administration, Shapoorji Pallonji & Company Pvt. Ltd; Dr. Mukul Shastry, General Counsel, Cube Highways; Mr. Nikhil Ramdev, Sr. Associate, MRP Advisory; and Ms. Swara Ghate, Lead-Business Development MRP Advisory.
Dubai Arbitration Week: AI in Construction Projects: Claims and Dispute Resolution
12th November 2024
The panel discussed how AI-driven tools are transforming the construction industry—enabling more effective claims analysis, real-time data monitoring, and streamlining complex dispute resolution processes.
Panelist: Mr. Lakshmanan Ramaiah B.E., LLB, LLM , MBA(UK), MCIArb(UK), PMP, RMP, GM & Head (Contracts), Larsen & Toubro
Mr. Rohit Singhal, Founder & CEO, MASIN Experts
Mr. Juan Perla, Partner at Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP
Mr. Marcus Antoine Khoury, LL.M, Head of Legal, Averda
Mr. Karim Hamdy Serour, EVP, Legal, Al Ghurair Investment
Mr. James Howells KC, Atkin Chambers
Ms. Gunjan Chhabra, Partner, MRP Advisory
Mr. Adarsh Ramakrishnan, Partner, MRP Advisory
Webinar on Doctrine of Good Faith in Construction Disputes under civil and common law
10th October 2024
The panel discussed how good faith is interpreted and applied across legal systems. From mandatory obligations in civil law to implied duties in common law, the discussion highlighted key differences and their impact on dispute resolution in construction contracts.
Panelist: Mr. Andrew Goddard KC, Atkin Chambers Mr. Ashish Singh, VP, Marketing & Business Development, KEC International Ms. Sheetal Kulkarni, Sr. VP, Head Legal & Secretarial, TKIL Industries Pvt. Ltd Mr. Rishabh Jogani, Partner, MRP Advisory Ms. Kunj Pandya, Sr. Associate, MRP Advisory as Moderator
GDS Summit, Dubai
09th October 2024
Our partner, Rishabh Jogani spoke in Session 1: Tools of the Trade – Effective Strategies for Arbitrating Construction Claims, hosted at the luxurious Ritz-Carlton Hotel in DIFC.
Panelist: Mr. Andrew Mackenzie, Head & Partner, DLA Piper
Ms. Kirsten O’Connell, Partner, A&O Shearman
Mr. Matthew Heywood, Senior Partner, Mantle Law
Mr. Ahmed Ibrahim, Arbitrator, Ibrahim ADR
Ms. Rishabh Jogani, Partner, MRP Advisory
Webinar on Effective Claim Management in Construction Contracts: Special Focus on Time Bar Clauses
02nd August 2024
Industry experts shared insights on navigating time bar clauses, highlighting their importance in mitigating risks and preserving claims.
Panelist: Mr. Arun Varma, Senior Advocate, Delhi High Court; Ms. Sandhya Prakash, Country Legal Manager, IKEA India Pvt Ltd; Mr. Amit Bansal, Partner, Forensic and Financial Crime, Strategy, Risk and Transaction, Deloitte India ; Ms. Gunjan Chhabra, Partner, MRP Advisory
The Impact of the Supreme Court of India’s Judgment in Delhi Airport Metro Express Pvt. Ltd. v. Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. on India’s Arbitration Landscape
27th June 2024
The panel discussed the far-reaching impact of the Supreme Court of India’s judgment and its impact on arbitration agreements and enforcement.
Panelist: Ms. Mehak Oberoi, Legal Head, GE Vernova Ms. Hannah Fry, Barrister, 39Essex Chambers Mr. AKS Chauhan, President and Head, Contracts Management, GR Infraprojects Ltd Mr. Adarsh Ramakrishnana, MRP Advisory
This interactive conference will bring together practitioners from across Dubai and further afield including arbitrators, private practice lawyers, funders, expert witnesses, senior general counsel, and more, to debate and analyse the latest major developments in arbitration.
INDIA ADR WEEK 2023
EVENT ALERT | INDIA ARBITRATION WEEK 2023
“IMPORTANT ASPECTS OF CONSTRUCTION LAW – INDIAN PERSPECTIVE”
Event during India Arbitration Week 2023 by Mumbai Centre For International Arbitration.
Panelist: Dr. Kanika Arora, MRP Advisory
Puran Kumar, Larsen & Toubro
Steven Y. H. Lim, 39 Essex Chambers
Vinodkumar Menon, IRB Infrastructure
Mayank Singh Thakur, MASIN
For registration, send an email at marketing@masinproject.com
Venue: Four Seasons, Worli, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Date: 10 October 2023 Time: 1400 – 16:00
Our Partner Rishabh Jogani was part of a recent panel discussion at GAR Live- Mumbai.
17th Jul 2023
The Panel discussed the UK Supreme Court’s decision in Halliburton v. Chubb, and its ramifications re: disclosure. The panel discussed the relevance of the decision in the Indian Context and in general its applicability to international arbitration.
The Panel also included: Nakul Dewan SA (Barrister – Twenty Essex), Naira Jejeebhoy (Counsel – Mumbai), Constantine Partasides KC (Partner – Three Crowns), Hitesh Jain (Managing Partner – Parinam Law) & Trinath Tadakamalla (Partner – Solaris Legal).
Construction Claims under DIFC Law – Changes post the decision in MESC v Panther.
22th Jun 2023
Eminent Panelists discussed the recent DIFC Judgement of MESC v Panther and the issues that affect all construction stakeholders in the Middle East.
The panelists discussed various topics from the Court of First Instance and the Court of Appeal including but not limited to
- The Court of Appeal’s rejection of the contapreferentum rule.
- The Court of Appeal’s rejection of the analysis in obrascon of when time starts to run in respect of the 28/42 day notice periods.
- The Court of First Instance’s decision on Panther’s termination of the contract.
- The Court of Appeal’s rejection of the principles in Gaymark.
- The Court of Appeal’s rejection of the principles in Gaymark.
- The Courts’ interpretation of final and binding if an engineer’s determination is not challenged within the contractually required notice period and its impact on DIFC Law of Limitation.
- The Appeal Judgement’s wider impact on jurisdictions outside of DIFC.
Past Events
Concurrent Delays in Construction Projects and Indian Law
01st April 2022
Construction Claims in the Common Concerns
23rd February 2021
Construction Claims in the UAE: Common Concerns
2nd February 2021
Dossier Construction awards & summit 2021
6th December 2021
SCL-India International Virtual Conference 2021 on Construction Law and Arbitration: The Way Forward
10-12th December 2021
