Next Gen Legal Summit: Oral advocacy and cross-examination
5 Dec 2025
Session information
Session one: Fundamentals of oral advocacy – finding your voice as an advocate
Friday 5 December (1030 - 1145)
Description
This session will delve into the art and technique of oral advocacy, guiding young lawyers on how to build their presence in the courtroom and make their voice heard. Through practical insights shared by legal luminaries – including retired judges, senior advocates and leading dispute resolution professionals from top law firms – the panel will discuss key skills essential for oral advocacy, such as structuring arguments, crafting impactful opening and closing submissions, and more.
Session / Workshop Chair(s)
| Alipak Banerjee | Alipak Banerjee Law Chambers, New Delhi, Delhi, India; Treasurer, Professional Ethics Committee |
Speakers
| Agis Georgiades | Christos Georgiades & Associates LLC, Nicosia, Cyprus |
| Sneha Janakiraman | Khaitan & Co, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
| Arno Janssens | Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |