Event Programme

International Arbitration Day

LIDW’s International Arbitration Day has evolved and in 2025 the multi-jurisdictional approach has been enhanced to include sectors and arbitration practice issues relevant to London as a global arbitration hub. We have preserved the successful hub format, that will allow participants to move across three host firms that will host sessions within a very short walk of one another, allowing delegates to choose the sessions covering the jurisdictions topics of their interest.

LIDW25 Opening Reception

Join us for what promises to be a fantastic evening opening London International Disputes Week 2025. Taking place at the historic Southwark Cathedral, allowing industry professionals the chance to network and immerse themselves in the cathedrals’ natural beauty and history.

LIDW25 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 “Innovation in Dispute Resolution: Navigating Global Risks”.

YAYAH Academy Workshop

YAYAH Academy is delighted to announce the return of its second interactive workshop, just a few footsteps from LIDW’s main conference.
This year's edition entitled 'From pen to witness stand - Masterclass in witness preparation' will tackle the best practices and insights on witness preparation.

YAYAH Networking Event

LIDW YAYAH’s 2025 Social
The LIDW YAYAH social event returns for a fourth year, this year we are heading back to Flat Iron Square in London Bridge. The evening will feature great food and drink options, an informal Q&A, networking opportunities and an unforgettable comedy show.

Global enforcement of awards and judgments

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Procedural Innovations and Tools for Resolving Disputes in an Era of Global Risk.

An interactive panel discussion on various institutional rules including the new SIAC rules effective 1 January 2025, covering key procedures and how institutions are adapting to AI, technology, and ESG arbitrations.

Arbitration and Insolvency: Whose Insurgency?

As private dispute resolution and global economic stress proliferate, arbitration and insolvency increasingly converge. How should practitioners navigate these different bodies of law for their clients?

The culture of London Arbitration - going viral or an English virus?

What lessons should London take from other arbitral cultures, and what is London already getting right? A comparative seminar with speakers from London, continental Europe, and further afield.

Defending international tort class actions in the London courts

A discussion around the rising number of international class actions in the London courts, the economics of group claims, and what lies ahead for our clients

Shifting Sands of Construction Disputes: is Litigation back in fashion?

The Courts have fought back by modernising, but do the advantages of Arbitration still win out or is Litigation the future?

Fraud, arbitration and the Indian litigant – battle before and carnage after?

Our panel of esteemed practitioners will explore the impact of fraud allegations in the context of arbitrations involving Indian parties/seated in India.

Accelerating Arbitration: Insights from the Tribunal

Consumers are demanding faster arbitration: this session will discuss, from the perspective of the Tribunal, ideas as to how efficiency could be improved.

International Commercial Courts of the Gulf - their Chief Justices consider the challenges and opportunities ahead

An interactive discussion between the Chief Justices of the DIFC, ADGM and QFC Courts considering how each has defined its jurisdiction, developed its substantive law having regard to the requirements of certainty and flexibility, and innovated in matters of procedure.

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Dispute resolution in renewables and offshore disputes - bringing expertise from the maritime sector

This panel brings together a range of viewpoints in renewables and offshore disputes to look at how the LMAA and those in the maritime sector can bring their expertise to these disputes.

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ArbitralWomen Presents Accelerate Action with Arbitral Allies

ArbitralWomen invite you to SpeedNet with representatives of major arbitral equity, diversity and inclusion focused organisations and initiatives for a collaborate networking session to brainstorm how we can work together to accelerate action – all Allies welcome!

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Using AI for clients' and counsel's benefit in international disputes: insights from counsel, AI developers and the SCC Arbitration Institute

A discussion on the advantages and challenges of using AI for the benefit of counsel and clients in international disputes, including fresh insights from counsel, AI developers and the SCC Arbitration Institute on AI innovation.

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Insurance disputes in the face of global change and challenges

As the world changes, so does the shape and subject of litigation, and this is shining a spotlight on insurance. What is the verdict so far?

Arbitration in Emerging Industries - Tech, Fintech and Crypto - Global Risks and Local Differences

Arbitration involving tech businesses generally including fintech and crypto (innovation part of brief), the global risk parts relate to 'balkanisation' with the world dividing into different markets and regulation with different jurisdictions applying different regulations for different reasons.

Cultural differences and practices in arbitration in the Middle East

Panel discussion exploring cultural differences and practices in arbitration in the Middle East, with a particular focus on Israel and the UAE, as well as the perspective of English arbitrators when dealing with cross-border matters relating to the Middle East.

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The convergence of Sustainability and ESG regulations is poised to significantly impact Arbitration and will be pivotal in resolving investment treaty disputes involving ESG obligations.

The convergence of Sustainability and ESG regulations is poised to significantly impact arbitration, as disputes are likely to arise concerning evolving standards, ESG compliance, and breaches of sustainability-related commitments.

The rise of International Commercial Courts: what it means for the Rule of Law, English lawyers, and the standing of English law worldwide

The increasing role of the International Commercial Courts in the resolution of international commercial disputes and the opportunities presented for the use and influence of English law, and the opportunities for English lawyers.

India’s FTA Strategy: Rethinking Dispute Resolution beyond ISDS

An insightful session with industry leaders, trade experts, policymakers, and legal practitioners to examine how India's FTA strategies measure up to global best practices for resolving disputes under free trade agreements.

AI in Document Review: Best Practices and Lessons Learned

Milberg and Sky Discovery discuss their recent use of AI in Document Review. We explore lessons learned, best practices, and the potential impact of AI from legal and eDisclosure perspectives.

The call for a London Dispute Resolution Committee – how can mediators, arbitrators and litigators work together?

Protecting Data, Privacy and Reputation: Collaborative Solutions for Complex Legal and Security Risks

This presentation underscores the value of strategic collaboration between law firms and security & investigations firms in tackling complex risks related to data security, privacy, and reputational harm, ensuring clients benefit from a comprehensive, integrated approach to risk management.

Insights from the East: What London can learn from the latest innovations and trends from China-related disputes

Our panel will share the latest innovations and trends in handling China-related disputes, including the 2024 HKIAC Arbitration Rules; with new provisions aimed at further improving procedural efficiency and reducing costs in arbitration, which innovations can be adopted in London effectively?

Ethical considerations related to the use of AI

Use of AI by Arbitrators: Ethical implications/Arbitrators and AI: do we need to regulate both?

Navigating complexity: arbitration, litigation and investigations in the UK-India Corridor

Lawyers from the UK and India share their insights on trends in India-UK disputes including fraud/white collar crime enforcement and remedies, enforcement of arbitral awards, and the increasing use of AI and proposed reforms to arbitration legislation in the two countries.

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Navigating international EPC consortium disputes

Inter-consortium disputes on international construction projects give rise to unique challenges and dispute resolution considerations. This panel will examine critical issues in consortium arrangements and multi-party disputes.

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Navigating the legal and economic complexities of African projects: disputes arising from the financial landscape, sustainability concerns and ESG considerations

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Join our expert panel as they delve into the complexities involved in mining critical minerals essential for the energy transition and developing renewable energy projects crucial for decarbonisation, and the challenges created by foreign exchange issues.

Navigating Turmoil – Strategies for Managing Geopolitical and Economic Impacts on International Construction Projects

This event will invite leading trade and construction law specialists and construction industry experts to consider geopolitical and economic impacts on international projects, including the effects of tariffs, trade-wars and rising protectionism and cover mitigating risks and managing disputes.

Making arbitration faster, stronger, better – what can London learn from the SIAC Rules 2025?

Among other innovations, SIAC's 2025 Arbitration Rules focus on streamlining the arbitral process at the institutional level; what lessons can London arbitration lawyers and institutions take from these advances?

M&A Disputes in 2025: Quo Vadis?

Join experts and lawyers at Inner Temple for a discussion on M&A deal and disputes activity, deal structure, and mitigation, as well as what potentially lies ahead.

Protecting trade secrets when interacting in the global market

Trade secrets are critical in so many sectors of the global economy. Leveraging decades of legal and economic trade secret experience, this panel will provide practical insights into developing comprehensive strategies for protecting trade secrets in the global market.

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Recent arbitration trends in the Balkans

The panellists will debate recent trends in commercial and investment arbitration proceedings involving Balkan states and/or parties, provide practical insight into their experiences with such proceedings - and outline their predictions for future developments in the region.

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Building for the Future in an Era of Uncertainty and Turbulence: Reshaping Construction Disputes in the Middle East and Beyond

We look at the Middle East’s continued programme of ambitious infrastructure projects, in the context of disputes arising in the construction sector from today’s global challenges, from geopolitical risks and economic instability to evolving regulatory frameworks and supply chain disruptions.

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Hot Topics in Aviation Disputes

The panel of experts will explore the hot topics and key trends related to aviation disputes in 2025.

Corporate Privilege in England and Wales- what international lawyers need to know

This session will provide a practical overview of corporate privilege in English law, focusing on the challenges businesses face when dealing with regulatory inquiries, investigations, enforcement, and multi-jurisdictional disputes.

Fraud 2050: Peering into the Crystal Ball of Tomorrow's Threats

Separating fear from fact where we look at the future of fraud disputes in the current global climate of Trump, war and peace.

Enforcing arbitration awards – cradle to grave strategies, from interim relief in support of the arbitration through to final asset recovery

Panel discussion examining all stages of enforcement, from initial decisions on dealing with parties that are and are not covered by the arbitration agreement, via interim relief and through to final steps that can be taken to recover monies or assets.

Trailblazing trials and tribulations: are UK competition class actions leading the way?

With no sign of the boom in UK competition class actions abating, this session examines practical implications of the latest developments on certification, funding arrangements and substantive analysis of claims.

Securing the Future: Strengthening England and Wales’ International Position

This session explores England & Wales as an international centre for dispute resolution, its challenges and limitations, ways to mitigate them, and offers some crystal ball gazing into what the future holds for its position on the global stage.

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UK/UAE Cross-Border Enforcement: Monetising Judgments and Arbitral Awards

This session will explore the developing corridor of enforcement between the UK and UAE Courts, highlighting practical tips in monetising judgments and arbitral awards, from the perspective of forensic experts, funders and counsel active in both regions.

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Sports financial regulations – what does the future hold for disputes?

As changes in sport regulation are being swiftly implemented, what will be the impact for football, rugby and other high profile sports?

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Green-washing and climate related disputes

This session will look at how climate change-related litigation is evolving, from activist shareholder challenges to corporate ESG policies, through judicial reviews of oilfield planning decisions, to investor and consumer damages claims for greenwashing.

London International Dispute Week's Gala Dinner

Join us for London International Disputes Week’s Gala Dinner!
We’re delighted to invite you to an unforgettable evening at the prestigious Raffles London at the OWO on Wednesday 4 June. This exclusive event is designed to bring together the dispute’s community in a social setting, offering the perfect opportunity to network with peers and connect with like-minded professionals. The evening will begin with a cocktail reception, followed by a 3-course dinner and entertainment throughout the evening, providing ample opportunities to connect with fellow attendees.

US, UK and EU Sanctions at a Crossroads? Converging and diverging paths in legislation, policy and enforcement and their impact on disputes

A panel of experts from the US, UK and EU will discuss the impact of convergence and divergence amongst these three sanctions regimes, and how to navigate their differences within a dispute

Improving Settlement in International Mediation (and avoiding enforcement)

Energy Decommissioning: Old Assets, New Challenges - on a Global Scale

This panel will explore the key challenges and potential disputes – regulatory/governmental, joint venture and supply chain - arising from the global issue of oil and gas decommissioning, including from the perspective of late life assets where decommissioning is on the horizon.

Renewable energy projects: sources of disputes, the role of arbitration and how to build a winning case

Our panel of lawyers, experts and industry professionals will explore key drivers of disputes on renewable energy projects, the role of arbitration including some practical tips for understanding the strength of your claim and managing proceedings efficiently.

Technology disputes, fraud and regulatory compliance

Discussion of the impact of increased regulation on tech-related litigation risks, and of challenges and strategies for managing disputes arising from data breaches, ransomware attacks, compliance failures and in the crypto space.

Risk and reward: legal and valuation issues in investor-State disputes concerning early-stage projects

Many investor-State disputes concern early-stage projects. These could be mining projects, renewable energy projects or conventional energy projects. All are capital intensive, with long-term profit horizons. All are subject to political and regulatory risk. Our event will consider the legal and valuation questions that are being considered by tribunals in these cases.

Beyond Theory: The Reality of International Sanctions in the Global South

International sanctions are often assumed to spare the Global South. The reality on the ground, however, tells a different story. This event will explore the complexities of sanctions implementation, exploring the impact of nexus, secondary sanctions, and contractual obligations.

Fraud and corruption in international arbitration: Navigating the challenges in disputes involving state parties

This expert panel will discuss how issues of fraud and corruption arise in arbitrations involving states.

Cybersecurity Disputes Uncovered: A Playbook for Navigating Risks, Response and Resolution

Practical guidance on navigating cybersecurity threats and disputes, including: the origins of cyber threats; cyber-attack preparedness and response; insurance coverage considerations; and recent developments and emerging trends in resolving cyber disputes.

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Arbitration Landscape in Türkiye and Central Asia – State-related Disputes

The panel will discuss arbitration landscape in Türkiye and Central Asia from different perspectives: internation counsel, local counsel, in-house lawyer, an arbitrator and an expert.

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Transatlantic Perspectives on Pre-Action Disclosure and Information Gathering - a breakfast panel discussion hosted in conjunction with Project UpLIFT.

A multidisciplinary panel of experts discussing the transatlantic approaches to gathering and disclosing relevant information.

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The Rising Tide of APP Fraud: Legal, Regulatory, and Investigative Perspective

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This session explores the escalating threat of APP fraud, the evolving legal and regulatory landscape, and the role of financial institutions in fraud prevention. Experts will discuss key case studies and strategies to mitigate fraud risk and navigate increasing regulatory pressure.

Fighting at home and abroad: Jurisdictional challenges, practical tips and pitfalls

Jurisdictional challenges, practical tips and pitfalls.

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The future of Africa / UK Disputes – innovating for success in cross-border dispute resolution

An experienced panel of lawyers from the UK and Africa discuss recent trends in cross-border African disputes and share their insights on applying technology to innovate for success.

A new dawn in international arbitration – a period of introspection and improvement?

What is going wrong in international arbitration, what is being done to correct that, and what can still be done to improve its reliability, efficiency and success as an ADR mechanism?

Hot topics in the world of banking disputes

A whistle-stop tour of the issues likely to populate the banking disputes landscape over the next year.

Crisis Management in Energy, Natural Resources and Infrastructure industries

This panel will explore how GCs in the energy, extractive, and infrastructure industries can navigate crises effectively and protect ISDS interests in these sectors as we face increasing regulatory changes, geopolitical turmoil, urgent climate issues and ESG considerations in 2025.

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Discussion forum for international disputes boutique law firms.

The Co-hosts are pleased to invite you to a unique forum for international disputes boutiques to discuss current and topical issues, and to share knowledge and insights.

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International Disputes Involving Parties From Central Asia

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London has seen many high profile and complex disputes with parties from Kazakhstan and other Central Asian states. In this MHE we will review the latest and most high profile disputes involving such parties to understand the latest trends and biggest issues for such disputes.

Disputes in the age of Energy Transition and Net Zero

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What will be significant areas for disputes in response to the drive for net-zero and the energy transition? We discuss disputes that may arise from the decommissioning of fossil fuel infrastructure and the development of renewable generation and transmission.

Business Protection in the current Employment Law landscape

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Expert Evidence in Construction Disputes: Theory v Practice

A panel discussion which explores client, expert, tribunal and counsel perspectives on the modern role of the construction expert, both in theory and practice, and how to successfully select, instruct and challenge experts and their evidence.

Restructuring Plans 5 Years On

A panel of leading restructuring experts discuss the impact of Restructuring Plans since to their application 5 years ago

Fraud reloaded. What can The Matrix tell us about AI Agents?

A deepdive into the rise and rise of AI, with a focus on AI agents and their impact on disputes.

Energy Disputes in West Africa: what does the future hold?

The panellists will address the key legal and economic developments in West Africa affecting the energy sector and provide their predictions on how those developments will impact the volume and nature of energy-related disputes in the West African region in the near and medium term.

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Complex Disputes in the Public Eye II: Leveraging Technology and Artificial Intelligence to Get Ahead of the Game

In this second instalment of our case study, our expert panel discuss the application of technology and AI in disputes, looking at the best practice use of technology in managing complex data sets, and how to investigate (alleged) technology failures.

To be, or not to be sandwiched – The new DIS Supplementary Rules for Third-Party Notices

Join us for a panel discussion on how the DIS Supplementary Rules for Third-Party Notices can help contractual parties avoid being caught between conflicting arbitration claims, by providing a mechanism similar to litigation's third-party notices

This house believes that international arbitration is no longer meaningfully distinct from court litigation debate

The landscape of international arbitration has changed in recent years, have its USPs from litigation now been eroded? Join us for a lively debate exploring both sides of this coin!

Powering the Future: Emerging Technologies and the Future of Energy Disputes

The panel will discuss various energy disputes throughout project lifecycles, focusing on challenges with emerging technologies and lessons from traditional energy projects.

Fraud – International perspectives on court and regulatory actions

Join us for an in-depth discussion on how civil and criminal procedures can be deployed in key jurisdictions to tackle international fraud. Our panel speakers will provide perspectives from the UK, US, Switzerland and UAE, with a particular focus on tackling crypto and digital assets fraud.

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Debate: Group Litigation

Join leading practitioners from Norton Rose Fulbright and Monckton Chambers for an in-depth debate on group litigation and collective actions, followed by networking drinks.

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Foreseeing the unforeseeable: How to manage an AI dispute

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Are existing dispute resolution processes suitable for disputes arising from AI technologies and the management of evidence derived from AI? How will approaches to dispute resolution adapt to facilitate the effective resolution of such disputes?

Post M&A Disputes: International Trends, Common Issues, and Strategies for Success

This event looks at international trends in M&A Disputes, covering commonly disputed provisions and current valuation issues.

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Compelling mediation – a transformation of the dispute resolution landscape

A comparative examination of the practical realities of compulsory mediation in North America, England and continental Europe.

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The Business and Property Courts in Action: Innovating Dispute Resolution Amid Global Risks

Exploring the future of the English Courts and innovative approaches to dispute resolution in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Whether to litigate or arbitrate insurance disputes – key issues, tips and potential pitfalls

This panel discussion will cover a range of topics including the use of arbitration clauses in both local and global insurance policies, the perceived advantages/disadvantages of arbitration -v- litigation, procedural considerations, and issues arising from poor drafting and conflicting clauses.

Restructuring Disputes: legal challenges and shaping outcomes.

Legal practitioners and restructuring experts share their insights on how legal disputes arising in the context of restructurings develop, resolve and shape outcomes and how particular challenges such as disclosure and appeals have been handled in a compressed timetable.

Recent Developments to the Indian Arbitration Landscape: Proposed Amendments to the Indian Arbitration Act and the 2024 India-UAE BIT

WilmerHale and Secretariat invite you to a discussion on recent developments to the Indian arbitration landscape.  The discussion will focus on the proposed amendments to the Indian Arbitration Act and the 2024 India-UAE BIT. 

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Navigating the Evolving Landscape: The Impact of the 7th Edition of the SIAC Rules on India-Related Arbitrations

Navigating the Evolving Landscape: The Impact of the 7th Edition of the SIAC Rules on India-Related Arbitrations

International Disputes in Healthcare Construction: Uncovering Project Blind Spots

This session will explore common disputes in healthcare construction and will provide practical tips to reduce and resolve their occurrence.

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The Best Seats in the House: London vs. Singapore

London vs. Singapore. Topics: UK Arbitration Act 2025, SIAC Rules 2025, the reciprocal enforcement regime, the SICC’s ability to hear appeals from other jurisdictions, recent decisions on insolvency and arbitration, and transitional issue estoppel.

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