CBBG Group, A Vertex Company (CBBG) is proud to serve as a sponsor of the 3rd International Arbitration Summit – Riyadh, organized by Legal Plus on November 5, 2025, at the Marriott Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter.
The summit will convene arbitration professionals, legal experts, and industry practitioners to address current developments in construction disputes, international arbitration, and corporate compliance across the Middle East.
Representing CBBG, Sean Hugo, Senior Managing Director, EMEA, will moderate the 1st Grand Panel titled “Construction Disputes in the Middle East: Expert Witness, Damages, Quantum & Avoidance Tips.”
The panel will include:
- Adam El Shalakany, Senior Partner, Shalakany Law Office
- HK Suresha, Senior Partner and Country Head, Qatar and Saudi Arabia, Masin
- Nick Oury, Partner, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
The session will explore approaches to dispute avoidance, quantum evaluation, and expert testimony, focusing on practical insights for construction professionals operating in the region.
Also attending from CBBG are Walied Abdeldayem, Senior Managing Director, EMEA; Daniel Boatwright, Senior Managing Director, Forensics; and Paul Comer, Business Development Lead, EMEA, who who will engage with peers and clients throughout the event.
CBBG is committed to supporting forums that advance industry dialogue and best practices in construction disputes and expert witness services across the EMEA region.
Learn more about the event: https://legalplus-asia.com/events/3rd-international-arbitration-summit-%e2%80%95-riyadh/
To learn more on how VERTEX can support your project in EMEA or internationally, reach out to our team of experts, call +1.781.952.6000 or submit an inquiry.
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Sean Hugo
Senior Managing Director, EMEA
Sean is a Delay Expert with global experience in dispute resolution, delay analysis, and expert testimony under DIAC and ICC arbitration rules.
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Walied Abdeldayem
Senior Managing Director, EMEA
Walied is a Delay Expert specializing in forensic planning, delay analysis, and productivity assessments across major global construction projects.
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Daniel Boatwright
Senior Managing Director, Forensics
Dan is a Quantum Expert with expertise in dispute resolution, international arbitration, and commercial management across diverse global sectors.
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Paul Comer
Business Development Lead, EMEA
Paul Comer, Business Development Lead for EMEA, has 20+ years of expertise in business development, operations, and client management across the UK, Middle East, and East Asia.