Bassam Mirza
Bassam Mirza is qualified to practice law in both France and Lebanon. Based in Paris, he regularly sits as arbitrator whether as president, co-arbitrator, or sole arbitrator. With over 20 years of experience in international arbitration and complex cross-border disputes, he has practiced in prominent international law firms including Linklaters and Gide Loyrette Nouel before establishing his own practice in Paris and Beirut (PKM avocats).
Bassam is an ICC France listed arbitrator and is a member of the ICC Task Force on addressing issues of corruption in international arbitration. He is also a member of the Administrative Committee of the Lebanese and International Arbitration Center.
Bassam is recognized by Who’s Who Legal Arbitration as a leader in his field having an “outstanding legal knowledge” and as “a great arbitrator who prepares his cases carefully”.
Day 2 Wednesday 21 May 2025
Navigating Damages and Costs in Arbitration: Strategies and Best Practices
This panel will explore the evolving landscape of damages and costs in arbitration, focusing on emerging trends such as third-party funding, cost-capping measures, and the use of new technologies to streamline processes. Drawing on recent high-profile arbitral decisions, speakers will highlight best practices for managing the risks and complexities of calculating damages, allocating costs, and ensuring transparency. By combining theoretical frameworks with real-world examples, the panel aims to equip practitioners with actionable strategies to achieve fair and efficient outcomes in arbitration proceedings.