Title: The Judge and the Arbitrator: Same but Different?
(Singapore Convention Week event organised by SIArb and SICC)
Description:
Judges and arbitrators both resolve disputes, but how different are they really?
The discussion will span two broad themes. The first looks at case management: how proceedings are run differently in court versus arbitration, how practitioners from diverse legal and cultural backgrounds are navigated, and whether the spectre of due process paranoia in arbitration is something judges find themselves freed from when on the bench. The second turns to decision-making: how the role of judge versus arbitrator shapes the way decisions are reached and written, whether courts are more willing to deploy preliminary issues as a tool, and whether the pace of justice differs meaningfully between the two forums.
Whether you are a litigator, an arbitration practitioner, or someone who moves between both worlds, this session promises a candid and thought-provoking exchange on the topic of dispute resolution.
Date: Thursday, 27 August 2026
Time: 8.00am to 9.30am
Venue: Supreme Court of Singapore Building, 1 Supreme Court Lane, Singapore 178879
Registration Fees:
- SIArb members and representatives from the courts: Complimentary (Login to enjoy member rate)
- Non-members: S$15.00
- Members of reciprocal organisations: S$10.00
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. A confirmation email will be sent upon receipt of payment.
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