Expert evidence can shape the outcome of construction, infrastructure and energy disputes. Its value depends on identifying the right questions, coordinating the relevant disciplines and presenting clear, independent analysis that helps clients, counsel and tribunals make informed decisions.
Join DAC Consulting Services for a practical discussion bringing together senior in-house counsel and construction arbitration practitioners, moderated by delay expert Daniel A. Correa.
The panel will explore what clients and counsel need from experts, when to involve them, and how technical, delay and quantum evidence can be developed efficiently while preserving expert independence. Speakers will discuss how to narrow disagreements, manage cost and proportionality, and use expert evidence effectively in settlement discussions and arbitration.
The session will include audience questions and practical perspectives from major construction, infrastructure and energy disputes.
Discussion topics
– Appointing the right experts early and defining focused instructions.
– Coordinating technical, delay and quantum evidence.
– Maintaining independence while working effectively with clients and counsel.
– Narrowing disagreements and producing clear, useful reports.
– Using expert evidence to inform settlement and assist the tribunal.
Panelists
Vanessa Medina — Senior Legal Counsel, Masdar.
Elina Quinio Aleynikova — Senior Legal Counsel, ADNOC.
Cameron Cuffe — Office Managing Partner, Dubai, Ashurst Perkins Coie.
Alexander Kelsall — Managing Partner, Qatar, Omani & Partners.
Karim Mariey — Partner, White & Case.
Moderator
Daniel A. Correa — Managing Director and Delay Expert, DAC Consulting Services.
Agenda
Time (Dubai local time)
Programme
9:30–10:00 am
Breakfast, registration and networking
10:00–10:10 am
Welcome and introductions
10:10–11:25 am
Moderated panel discussion
11:25–11:50 am
Audience Q&A
11:50 am–12:00 pm
Closing observations and key takeaways
Who should attend
In-house counsel, arbitration practitioners, expert witnesses, project directors, and professionals involved in construction, infrastructure and energy projects.
