Philippine Dispute Resolution Center

03/03/2026

PDRC is pleased to be a Supporting Organization of The Manila Construction Dispute Resolution Forum: From Dispute Avoidance to Arbitration happening on 12 March 2026 at the UP BGC Campus.

Join leading practitioners and industry experts for a full-day discussion on dispute boards, construction arbitration, expert evidence, and quantum.

See attached invitation for details and registration information. We hope to see you there!

Click to register:
https://url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Y0krC8qgGSqoDk0tnfBIybgdM?domain=tinyurl.com

27/02/2026

📢 Are you a PDRC-Trained Arbitrator looking to gain practical experience and exposure in arbitration? Register for the 3rd PDRC File Counsel Training Seminar. Limited slots available.

🔒 Exclusive to PDRC-Trained Arbitrators.

🗓 Training: April 13 to 14, 2026
📝 Written Assessment: April 15, 2026

📍 PDRC Chambers
Commerce and Industry Plaza (PCCI Building)
1030 Campus Ave. cor. Park Ave., McKinley Hill Town Center,
Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City

To register, contact the PDRC Secretariat at (+63 2) 8822-4102, (+63) 908-146-1426, or via email at [email protected]

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21/02/2026

📢 Interested in arbitration? Register for the 30th PDRC Commercial Arbitration Training (CAT) Seminar. Limited slots available.

🗓 Training on May 11 to 15, 2026.
Written assessment on May 16, 2026.
📍 PDRC Chambers
Commerce and Industry Plaza (PCCI Building)
1030 Campus Ave. cor. Park Ave., McKinley Hill Town Center,
Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City

To register, contact the PDRC Secretariat at (+63 2) 8822-4102, (+63) 908-146-1426, or via email at [email protected].

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29/10/2025

Interested in arbitration?

Learn from the pioneers who helped establish arbitration practice in the Philippines — the experts who train the trainers, contributed to the development of arbitration law, and have guided practitioners for nearly three decades.

Join the 29th PDRC Commercial Arbitration Training (CAT) Seminar, backed by 29 years of proven excellence in arbitration education and capacity building.

📅 Schedule:
Training: November 17–21, 2025
Written Assessment: Afternoon of November 21, 2025

📍 Venue:
PDRC Chambers
Commerce and Industry Plaza (PCCI Building)
1030 Campus Ave. cor. Park Ave., McKinley Hill Town Center,
Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City

☎️ To register:
Contact the PDRC Secretariat at (+63 2) 8822-4102, (+63) 908-146-1426, or email [email protected].

Limited slots available.
Take the next step in your arbitration journey with the Philippine Dispute Resolution Center, Inc. (PDRC) — Leading the way in Philippine ADR.

17/10/2025

💥 Super Early Bird Discount extended until October 24, 2025, as requested! Don’t miss out — register now!

📣 The Philippine Dispute Resolution Center (PDRC) and the International Bar Association (IBA) proudly present their first joint international arbitration conference in the Philippines.

🌍 Navigating Conflicts: Insights into the 2024 IBA Guidelines on Conflicts of Interest in International Arbitration
📅 November 14, 2025
📍 Makati Shangri-La Hotel

Be part of this milestone event shaping the future of arbitration in the Philippines and beyond. ✨

Click here to register 👉 https://bit.ly/PDRCRegistration


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08/10/2025

Take your first step into international arbitration 🌏

As part of the Philippines ADR Week 2025, PDRC and PDRC45 proudly invite you to “Charting a Career in International Arbitration”! Together with Atty. Jay Patrick Santiago, Atty. Ricky Sabornay, Ms. Esther Khor Hui Hui, and Ms. Aarya Berthier, join us in a special session designed to guide aspiring professionals through the pathways, challenges, and opportunities in international arbitration.

Join us on 22 October 2025 at 4:00PM via Zoom. Register via https://tinyurl.com/PDRCADR2025.

For a complete list of events for the Philippines ADR Week 2025, please visit https://www.facebook.com/OADROfficial.

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06/10/2025

📣 Register Now!

The Philippine Dispute Resolution Center (PDRC) and the International Bar Association (IBA) proudly present their first joint international arbitration conference in the Philippines.

🌍 Navigating Conflicts: Insights into the 2024 IBA Guidelines on Conflicts of Interest in International Arbitration
📅 November 14, 2025
📍 Makati Shangri-La Hotel

Be part of this milestone event shaping the future of arbitration in the Philippines and beyond. ✨

Click to register 👉 https://bit.ly/PDRCRegistration


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29/09/2025

📌 Save the Date!

The Philippine Dispute Resolution Center (PDRC) and the International Bar Association (IBA) proudly present their first joint international arbitration conference in the Philippines.

🌍 Navigating Conflicts: Insights into the 2024 IBA Guidelines on Conflicts of Interest in International Arbitration
📅 November 14, 2025
📍 Makati Shangri-La Hotel

Stay tuned for more details and be part of this milestone event in the arbitration landscape! ✨


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28/08/2025

Congratulations to our Trustee, Atty. Gwen Grecia-De Vera, on her election as Dean of the UP College of Law. Your leadership and dedication to the legal profession continue to inspire. 🎉

https://www.rappler.com/philippines/gwen-grecia-de-vera-appointment-up-law-dean/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAMdE2FleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHqrwlDxZmu7RcJR8fi6myfy9t9VenR_lQ3OYX7w6NFxW259zVBwpT9hpWkww_aem_W9gFChkt0Lm3IxlZIQ21eQ

De Vera is a seasoned lawyer who has extensive experience in government service and legal education

13/08/2025

We would like to thank PAGCOR for supporting the PDRC Golf Cup 2025. We hope to have you as a partner again next year.

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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation is a 100 percent government-owned and controlled corporation under the Office of the President of the Republic of the Philippines. Under its Charter, PAGCOR was given a three-pronged mandate: (1) Regulate, operate, authorize and license games of chance...

25/07/2025

PDRC is proud to support the Islamic Arbitration Conference 2025, themed "Advancing Islamic Arbitration on the New Global Frontiers", organised by the Asian International Arbitration Centre (AIAC) in collaboration with the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Arbitration Centre (OIC-AC) as Strategic Partner.

Date: Thursday, 31 July 2025
Time: 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. (followed by a Networking Reception)
Venue: Auditorium, AIAC, Bangunan Sulaiman

Building on the momentum of the 2023 edition, this year’s conference will highlight the practical value of Shariah-compliant dispute avoidance and resolution mechanisms for regional and global stakeholders. The programme features expert sessions, interactive discussions and meaningful networking opportunities.

The conference will be graced by the presence of the esteemed YB Dato’ Sri Azalina Othman Said (Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform), Dr. Umar A. Oseni (Secretary-General, OIC-AC) and YABhg. Tun Dato’ Seri Zaki bin Tun Azmi (Chairperson, Steering Committee for the AIAC Islamic Standard Form of Building Contract (i-SFC) 2024).

Register now! Scan the QR code or email [email protected] to secure your seat!

02/07/2025

The Philippine Dispute Resolution Center successfully concluded its 28th Commercial Arbitration Training Seminar (CATS), held in person from June 23 to 27, 2025, at the PDRC Chambers.

This edition of CATS brought together a diverse group of participants from both the public and private sectors, including non-lawyers and international attendees, further expanding the reach and impact of the program.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our distinguished panel of lecturers for generously sharing their expertise:

• Atty. Rita Marie L. Mesina-Alvaera
• Atty. Alejandro P. Gaston Jr.
• Atty. Salvador S. Panga Jr.
• Atty. Arleo R. Magtibay Jr.
• Atty. Dranyl Jared P. Amoroso
• Atty. Jay Patrick R. Santiago
• Atty. Carla S. Pingul
• Atty. Thea Elyssa Vega

We also recognize and thank our mock arbitration session facilitators for guiding participants through practical application:

• Atty. Kristine R. Bongcaron
• Atty. Daniel S. Hofileña
• Atty. Joseph Vincent B. Alvaera

The 29th CATS is scheduled for November 17 to 21, 2025. Reserve your slot now by contacting us at [email protected].

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