Event Programme

International Arbitration Day

LIDW’s International Arbitration Day will ‘follow the arbitration disputes sun’ across key regions and jurisdictions. The event will be hosted across three firms within a very short walk of one another, so that delegates can choose the sessions covering the jurisdictions and regions most relevant to their work. The International Arbitration Day will explore recent developments, the connections of those regions to English law and London seat arbitrations as well as the role of lawyers in enforcement procedures and asset recovery.
Each session will consist of a panel discussion with a moderator with time allowed for Q&A.

LIDW24 Opening Drinks Reception

Join us for what promises to be a fantastic evening opening London International Disputes Week 2024.

The evening will allow industry professionals the chance to network and discuss the upcoming events that make up LIDW.

Taking place at the Grand Connaught Rooms situated in the heart of London guests will enjoy live music as well as a bite to eat.

LIDW Main Conference

The centrepiece of LIDW is our full day conference, taking place on the Tuesday of LIDW, which will once again bring together leaders from across the dispute resolution world to discuss the most topical issues of the moment, on a theme of “Uniting for Global Challenge and Opportunity”.

YAYAH & GAR Academy Live Workshop

Following the success of LIDW YAYAH social events in the last few years, and in response to feedback from our community, LIDW24 will feature a tailored educational workshop aimed at the YAYAH community.  

To launch this initiative, we are very pleased to be able to collaborate with GAR Academy and offer a unique live learning opportunity, just a few footsteps from LIDW24’s main conference, followed by a drinks reception which will continue until 20:00.

YAYAH & Co. Dinner Clubs

LIDW YAYAH’s mission is to provide educational and social networking opportunities of the highest quality to the YAYAH community.  It is a mission we are very passionate about and one that we feel should not be constrained by a single members list. 

With that in mind, in collaboration with several groups that share our same mission, LIDW YAYAH is launching the YAYAH & Co. Dinner clubs initiative.

Each Dinner Club will be hosted by a Young Group Organisation and a YAYAH committee member. We look forward to welcoming the following Young Group Hosts for the evening:
- London VYAP
- Young ITF
- The ICC Young Arbitration & ADR Forum
- Young Fraud Lawyers Association
- YIAG
- YEAC
- DIS40

War Stories in Arbitration – The What, When, How of Real-Life Stories from Arbitration Trials – From Arbitral appointments to Witness cross examination – We Discuss it All

GAR Live: ISDS 2024

This interactive conference is led by our co-chairs, Ruth Byrne, King & Spalding, & Christopher Harris KC, 3VB, and is designed to bring together practitioners to share their insight into the need-to-know developments in investor state dispute settlement. With speakers and participants from across Europe and further afield including arbitrators, counsel, expert witnesses and in-house counsel, GAR Live: ISDS is an excellent chance to debate and analyse the latest in investor state disputes.

Delivering deal value - legal and accounting perspectives on achieving post-deal price adjustments

Data disputes: causes and valuation issues

Harnessing the power of AI in ADR: recent developments, use cases and limits

Catch me if you can – new opportunities for pursuing fraudsters and recovering assets

The current group actions landscape in the UK from claimant, defendant and funder perspective

Civil and criminal actions in fraud

An Era of Constant Change – an event to explore the General Counsel’s role in delivering sustainable growth whilst managing global ESG risks

CAT amongst the pigeons - Competition law, the CAT, group actions and the next big trends

With the growth of collective actions in recent years, the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) has transformed itself into the UK’s class actions tribunal. The rich, objective data on CAT cases, now available for the first time, clearly show the stark surge in large competition claims based on consumer issues. These consumer issues are often high profile and play themselves out much more publicly than traditional business-to-business litigation. The level of public attention generates unique considerations in respect of participants’ reputations (both claimant and defendant side). A panel, including UK litigation analytics leaders Solomonic, competition litigation specialists from Linklaters, leading competition chambers Brick Court and reputation consultancy Byfield, will explore these themes.

Disagreements on where to disagree: establishing the jurisdiction of the English courts

Sanctions: what disputes lawyers need to know

When Alternative Becomes Mainstream: The Future for ADR on the Global Construction Stage

The Impact of Satoshi Nakamoto on English law

Liability imposed on UK Directors and how to mitigate the risks

So you’ve been deepfaked. Now what?

Arbitral Institutions Congress

Throughout the day, attendees will have the opportunity to meet and network with senior management and caseworkers at a variety of different arbitral institutions – international, regional and national. The day consists of three sessions, which can be registered for individually.

“It's not what you know, it's what you can prove”: overcoming evidential hurdles in construction disputes

Lawyer (mis)behaviour in international arbitration

Young Professionals Networking Breakfast

Setting aside arbitration awards on the basis of fraud: The decision in the Federal Republic of Nigeria v. Process & Industrial Development Ltd

Building Resilience in a Volatile World: Managing Political Risk

Dispute Avoidance for International Projects - different perspectives

AI in International Arbitration: What is it, Where are the issues, What is the future?

What is the future for public law and procurement disputes in the age of AI?

Burges Salmon, Professor Rebecca Williams (University of Oxford), Monckton Chambers and Solomonic welcome you to join our co-hosted panel discussion exploring the future of AI in the public sector. The panel discussion will appeal to in-house legal, risk, data science and product teams who are procuring, developing and deploying AI – both in the public and private sector.

The nature of construction disputes in a landscape of climate, geopolitical and technological change

Navigating sanctions disputes: current issues and future trends

Navigating complex sanctions-related disputes is a strategic priority for many organisations and their advisors. As the international dispute resolution community gathers in London for #LIDW24, join our speakers at DLA Piper’s London office for an exploration of the key challenges and tactics in this high-stakes arena. Speakers: Jeremy Andrews, Partner, DLA Piper (Moderator); Charles Allin, Partner, DLA Piper; James Bewley, Director - Financial Crime, Barclays; Saima Hanif KC, 3 Verulam Buildings; and, Katie Palms, Of Counsel, DLA Piper. Lunch will be provided after the session.

ESG Disputes in 2024 and Beyond

Shifting attitudes towards third party funding – views from across the globe

Succession, Traitors and Many Coloured Lotus

Horses for courses? Litigation or Arbitration for banking and finance disputes?

This House believes that Trust Arbitration is not going to succeed in resolving trusts disputes

Corruption and arbitration / award challenge: What lessons can we learn from P&ID v Nigeria?

Effective case management of India-related international arbitrations

In this practical session our expert panel will discuss their own experiences of managing India-related international arbitration matters, share successful strategies that have helped to keep proceedings moving and outline key considerations for arbitration professionals looking to resolve India-related disputes. This will include a consideration of the choice of Tribunal and its importance in ensuring the efficient progress of an arbitration and how institutional rules can be used to ensure smooth progress.

Discussion forum for international disputes boutique law firms

Is Manifest Disregard just another way to achieve a section 69 challenge?

English court support for foreign arbitration: how far can the court go?

Securities litigation and ESG: shareholder activism, company performance, and future disputes

Rethinking Negotiation: Challenging conventional thinking on how to reach an agreement

Disputes involving State Owned Entities: Lessons from the Middle East

Investment fraud – building a fraud claim to follow and find the money

Renewable energy projects in the emerging markets: key challenges and risks

LCIA Tylney in Town Symposium in London

The Future Of Arbitration In The UK, Asia, And Beyond

An international panel will discuss contemporary legislative reforms to arbitration acts and institutional rule changes, identifying global patterns and trends and why these changes are taking place. The event will take place at the Parliament Chamber, Inner Temple, and will be followed by light refreshments and networking.

Speakers:
Grace Cheng - 39 Essex Chambers
Sersha Godfrey - Linklaters
Jack Law - Hui Zhong Law Firm
Matthew McSheaffrey - BRG

Cross-examination workshop with EY for dispute resolution lawyers

Navigating Market Turmoil and Price Escalation in the Construction Industry: Strategies for Effective Dispute Resolution and Risk Mitigation

Re-thinking compensation: evidence gathering, quantum, standard of proof and other challenges posed by the war in Ukraine

The Supreme Court ruling in the POLAR and its implications for war risks disputes between shipowners, charterers and cargo interests.

From the Nile to the Thames – will the connections between African disputes and a London forum endure?

Securities litigation: a new trend or old hat?

Reimagining BITs: Recent developments in the international investment regime with a focus on the UK

Exploring the Application of AI in Arbitration and the Broader Legal Field

Clash of Jurisdictions - era of sanctions, anti-suit and anti-anti-suit injunctions?

The Parent Trap

Winds of Change: The Challenges, Developments and Future of off-shore wind disputes

Collective Proceedings & Group Litigation – Insights and Strategies

The next battle on evidence: establishing authenticity in a world of advancing technology from the common and civil law perspective

Hot topics in aviation disputes 2024 internationally and in London

Around the world in 90 Minutes: a comparative view of shareholder and joint venture disputes through the English lens

African Arbitration: Has the Elephant Bolted?

Strong bonds or broken ties? Navigating JVs in Africa's dynamic markets

Supply and Demand: Rallying Together to address the Key Challenges in the Race for Critical Minerals

A new aggressive dawn in UK corporate crime enforcement? What the new Serious Fraud Office regime may mean for UK and international business.

Conquering Crypto: the Everest of Crypto Fraud

Join our expert panel in a live asset tracing investigation as they trek from base camp to the summit of recovery and discuss how to deal with the avalanches and blizzards that can arise to try to block your pathway to success. From the importance of early investigation to identifying targets and freezing / seizing assets along the way, the effect of intersection between criminal and civil proceedings to navigating jurisdictional issues, the panel will walk you through the tools you need to map your way to the summit and a successful recovery.

Enforcement of Arbitral Awards: Indian and Global Perspectives

Trends in the enforcement of ICSID awards: is the UK still a hospitable jurisdiction for the enforcement of investor-State awards?

Litigation Funding: overcoming challenges for claimants, defendants, courts and funders

Is the Price Still Right? Are firms being priced out of the courts and London seated disputes?

Key issues when faced with fraud allegations in international arbitration

Arbitrating with Resilience: strategies and resources for enhancing mental health and wellbeing in a demanding profession

London International Disputes Week’s Gala Dinner!

Join us for London International Disputes Week’s Gala Dinner! The event will take place on June 5th at the Royal Lancaster. Designed to bring together the whole disputes community in a more sociable setting, it’s an opportunity to meet your peers and network with like-minded professionals. The evening will begin with a cocktail reception, followed by a seated dinner and an after-party, providing ample opportunities to connect with fellow attendees.

Crisis-Ready or Crisis-Prone? Scrutinising International Law and Dispute Resolution mechanisms

Managing the challenge of global cyber incidents, cyber crime and ransomware payments

Efficient Dispute Resolution: Integrating Technology in Legal Practice

Bank Collapse and ISDS: Arbitration Strategy and Dramatis Personae

Fraud and the State

Settlement of disputes: are current approaches fit for purpose?

Construction Disputes Skills Crisis?

International Arbitration and Regulation

Litigation Risk in the Voluntary Carbon Markets

Decoding M&A and shareholder disputes - A discussion on key legal and quantum issues

Blockchain beyond crypto: what's next for commercial disputes

Breakfast seminar: Recent arbitration developments in Saudi Arabia in the context of the MENA region

Expert Advisor or The Expert Witness: Benefits, Challenges & Top Tips - sponsored by Equal Representation of Experts Pledge

Saudi Arabia: A deep dive into enforcement under the NY Convention in Saudi Arabia and enforcement of Saudi Awards and Judgements in the U.S. and U.K.

Geopolitics and corporate risk – a panel discussion for general counsel and their advisers

Working with third parties: an investigator, forensic accountant and funder give practical advice on what can go wrong and how to get it right

Is arbitration an effective process for disputes involving state interests: a panel discussion of concerns raised in Nigeria v. P&IDL [2023] EWHC 2638.

Shareholder disputes - contentious exits and the international dimension

Are you sitting comfortably?

ESG Litigation – Tackling Global Issues on National Platforms

Join Burges Salmon, Radcliffe Chambers, and Pels Rijcken for a hybrid panel discussion on the future of global ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) litigation and the risks and opportunities this presents. The event will cover a range of topics, including an introduction to ESG litigation, international challenges (with a focus on human rights claims in the Netherlands), lessons from other jurisdictions, and ESG claims in the financial services sector.

A land of opportunity: Is the global construction arbitration landscape changing as complex projects and emerging technologies become the norm?

The MENA Region: Reshaping International Arbitration

India - the International Perspective

Upholding the rule of law in international claims

Disability Inclusion & Arbitration: First-Hand Experiences and Practical Advice for Implementing the ICC’s Disability Inclusion Guidelines 2023

The next wave of mass claims: future trends in group litigation

Resolution of Africa investment disputes - regionalisation or internationalisation?

David vs Goliath: Contractual disputes involving States - experience from Africa

In this session, our esteemed panel - including Ghana's Deputy Attorney General, Diana Asonaba Dapaah - will roll out their tool-kit for handling contractual disputes involving States, with particular reference to their own experience resolving disputes across the African region.

Non-Performing Loans – Strategies for financial recovery

Russian Counter Sanctions - Strategies and Solutions after UniCredit v RCA

Sanctions, National Security and Commercial Disputes

What can Game of Thrones teach us about AI enabled Fraud?

Risky Business? Allocating risk in international oil & gas contracts – a comparative discussion

From India to the World: rethinking approaches to multi-party and multi-contract arbitration

Where are We Going with Class Actions and Collective Redress? Perspectives from the UK, Europe and Canada

India: What are the legal and dispute implications, given the likely continued growth and stability in the economic and political landscapes.

Cyber Incident Response and Follow-On Litigation

Sanctions, International Law and the Impact on Rights

More and more people in the West, even those who have never known a sanctioned person, are surprised to discover that their lives are touched in some way by unilateral economic sanctions. The phenomenon is labyrinthine, ever growing, and often puzzling. Our keynote and speakers will unpack this puzzle and try to answer the following questions: Are the sanctions justified? Are they lawful as a matter of international law? Do we comply and adjust? Do we fight back? Do we try to correct them to find a smoother fit with modern life? Can the historical dimension of sanctions illuminate our predicament? What is the best forum to challenge the legality of sanctions? Are the current judicial review procedures meaningless? Do sanctions achieve their aims? Are we destined for an ever-increasing world of sanctions and countersanctions? Will it be fair or moral to disregard or break sanctions? While the speakers and organisers do not promise that all the answers would be definitive, we do promise an intellectually stimulating event and networking opportunity in a safe academic space.

Climate Change Disputes: Perspectives from an Industry Expert, Funder, Solicitor, Silk, and Arbitrator

An Industry Expert, Funder, Solicitor, Silk, and Arbitrator will discuss climate change disputes, covering:

-Current landscape, trends, and recent cases 
-What kinds of disputes may emerge in future
-Strategic and activist litigation, and human rights claims 
-Typical disputes requiring funding and investor appetite 
-Quantum assessments and challenges and utilisation of scenario analyses 

Speakers
Peter Bird - BRG
Jessica Crow - Arbitra
Paul Key KC - Essex Court Chambers
Athanasia Arapogianni Konisti - BRG
Alexander McGregor - Dentons
Sean McGuiness - Omni Bridgeway

Show me the money!

The brave new world of (non-IP) AI litigation

Arbitrating Sanctions Disputes: Key Legal Considerations and Developments

The David D. Caron Praelium 2024: An Annual Celebration of Advocacy

The Directors’ Dilemma: Are You Ready for the New Corporate Criminal Liability Landscape?

Managing volume and pricing risk in commodity supply contracts: LNG and beyond

Hague-19, cross-border enforcement and England and Wales’s position in international dispute resolution

How can investment protection contribute to the energy transition?

Which way out? A new wave of shareholder, transaction and joint venture disputes, driven by recent market and valuation trends

Why are African disputes still being resolved 'out of Africa' and why does it matter?

Real Estate & Arbitration – Missing a Trick?

Financial services and capital markets disputes - trends and horizon scanning for Alternative Investment Managers

Arbitration in India and the MENA Region: Roadmap to 2030

Pulling crypto out of the shadows: What exactly is it, how do you find it and how to enforce against it?

World Cup Infrastructure – Delivering Global Ambition

Fraud lawyers’ power hour – Hosted by the International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA)

Litigation Boutiques in London & New York - 15 Years On

Legal Implications and Consequences of IT Systems’ Failures

Will I see you in Court? Integrating Mediation into Court Systems: global opportunities and challenges focusing on International Disputes in London.

Understand what an integrated environment for mediation and litigation could be.

Practical perspectives for young disputes practitioners

Unraveling Project Failures: Understanding Why Projects Go Wrong

LIDW YAYAH’s 2024 Social with Law Rocks

The LIDW YAYAH social event returns for a third year.  In collaboration with Law Rocks, this year’s event will be held at Scala in King’s Cross, and will feature great food and drinks, even greater networking opportunities and an unforgettable performance from Law Rocks, celebrating its 15th anniversary. 

LIDW Friday Morning Run!

Open to all abilities, Fieldfisher Run Club are hosting a Friday morning run event at the firm's headquarters at Riverbank house. The route has been carefully crafted to pass multiple London landmarks along the scenic River Thames. The route will take you down Thames Path towards Embankment, across Waterloo Bridge, through Southbank and across Millenium bridge to view St Paul’s Cathedral, before heading back to Fieldfisher's Riverbank House for a light breakfast and refreshments.

Fraud: can it ever really be settled?

Money, Power and Family Feuds - the anatomy of offshore trust disputes

International law: what commercial practitioners need to know

Class Actions in the UK: Tips for lawyers preparing to defend claims after the Buckland amendment.

Navigating the Risks and Rewards of Investing in Emerging Markets: A Cross-border perspective from India and the UK

Litigating Trade Remedies Disputes in the UK’s New Regime - comparisons with US, Canada and the EU

The role of London in respect of intra-EU investment treaty disputes: a seat and a hub for enforcement?

Warranty & Indemnity insurance – navigating the minefield of due diligence and considering claims arising from corporate deals

Arbitration and Enforcement involving Sovereign States

Digital crossroads pizza lunch: Navigating tech disputes between India and the UK

Insolvency - a shield or a sword - a discussion on cross-border insolvency regulations and complexities in enforcement strategies

Great Expectations: Revised SIAC Rules and the Client Perspective

Client led discussion on the latest set of SIAC rules, networking and lunch with great views of London.

The Privatisation of Space – what that means for disputes now and in the future

Fighting an arbitration: optimising your chances of success

Global climate targets call for a step change in offshore wind installations (fixed and floating): Key challenges and disputes emerging across the supply-chain

Onshore & Offshore: Effective Teamwork

What would you do in an Indian Dispute if...?