Disputes Events
ThoughtLeaders4 Disputes events engage all facets of the Disputes community. Come together to learn, network and grow your practice.
Members will benefit from free attendance at all Virtual Events and discounts to the Physical and On-Demand Events. Look through the upcoming events below
Upcoming Events
04 Oct 2023
International Arbitration and Enforcement: A Changing LandscapeWith arbitration becoming increasingly popular for resolving cross-border disputes, join this one-day conference to learn about changes to arbitration proceedings, Brexit's impact on enforcement, practical considerations for buying out arbitration awards and more.
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05 Oct 2023
FIRE, Disputes & Investigations: Central AsiaThoughtLeaders4 FIRE & Disputes community is delighted to bring you a fresh, new and unique event focusing on Central Asia and ‘The Stans’. Covering litigation, arbitration, and enforcement, in just one day drill-down into the key issues with the main players from across the region.
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06 Oct 2023
Commercial Disputes and anti-suit relief in Anglophone Africa – a panel discussionThe anti-suit injunction or interdict is a powerful tool in the court's weaponry when dealing with both domestic and cross-border commercial disputes. Courts in Anglophone Africa, and especially those in Nigeria and the Republic of South Africa, have recently given guidance to litigants on the requirements which have to be satisfied in order to obtain anti-suit relief.
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10 Oct 2023
Group Litigation and Class Actions 2023 - The 3rd Annual ForumBuilding on the success of the previous two years, we are delighted to announce details of the 3rd Annual Group Litigation and Class Actions 2023 Forum on the 10th and 11th of October in Central London. Join experienced practitioners involved in landmark cases to address, clarify and identify opportunities in key areas including development in the CAT, EU Representative Action Directive implementation, shareholder class actions and more…
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16 Oct 2023
TL4 x Keidan Harrison & Fieldfisher: Risks and Opportunities in the GCC Region for Disputes, Insolvency and Asset Recovery PractitionersJoin us in the lead up to FIRE Middle East, where Keidan Harrison and Fieldfisher are hosting an evening discussing the risks and opportunities in the GCC region for disputes, insolvency and asset recovery practitioners.
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22 Nov 2023
Corporate Disputes 2023 - 3rd Annual ForumAttend our third annual corporate disputes forum, exclusively organised for disputes practitioners. This event offers a specialised platform to learn valuable lessons from recent and ongoing cases in areas such as securities litigation, post M&A disputes, valuation insights and lots more.
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01 Dec 2023
India Disputes MumbaiIndia has proven to be an important jurisdiction in terms of disputes and arbitration. This Forum will bring together experts and leading practitioners who will explore current trends and developments and what to expect and strategies to help navigate the courts.
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06 Feb 2024
Sovereign & States Disputes and Enforcement Summit 2024Join this two-day conference uniquely bringing the sovereign disputes and international asset recovery communities together.
Hear from global elites on key topics including developments in investment arbitration, identifying and enforcing against assets, practical strategies and much more.
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28 Feb 2024
Financial Institutions Litigation - The Second Annual Conference 2024Building on Last Year’s Success, delve into the Financial Services Sector as they face heightened litigation risks due to evolving regulations and changing business practices. Attend the conference to gain expert perspectives on a wide spectrum of subjects, from the recent developments in PAACAR to Updates on Non-Financial Misconduct.
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18 Sep 2024
Contentious Trusts Next Gen SummitWe are delighted to bring you a brand new, innovative and unique event for the next generation of contentious trusts practitioners and for all other practitioners where trusts can be involved. Building on our track record of catering specific events for the next generation of legal practitioners we are delighted to bring together our next gen initiatives from across 4 of our communities at one event.
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Past Events
04 Sep 2023
Art, Crime and Finance: The Full PictureThis webinar will be hosted by Rahman Ravelli and examine a range of legal issues and risks currently facing those who operate in the art world.
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07 Jun 2023
India Dispute Resolution ForumAn advanced Forum discussing complex, multijurisdictional arbitration and court cases involving Indian parties.
As India becomes an increasingly important nation for commercial parties, join our experts and leading practitioners in exploring the pressing issues and current developments.
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19 Apr 2023
Sanctions Enforcement - risks, penalties and prosecutions: an international perspectiveThe seminar is organised by Rahman Ravelli, Doughty Street Chambers and supported by ThoughtLeaders4.
The event will be of interest to stakeholders, individuals or companies who are, or may be, affected by financial and trade sanctions, and to professional advisors, general counsel and compliance professionals advising in this space.
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23 Mar 2022
TL4 Disputes Community Annual Social: Psychological Impact of Remote Hearings (By Invitation Only)The Disputes Community and BRG are bringing together lawyers, expert witnesses, arbitrators and legal psychologists for an insightful and lively social gathering.
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01 Dec 2021
“Yo, I’ll Tell You What I Want, What I Really, Really Want …”Join us for a practical and interactive session where our panel will provide their insights on what clients want (and what they don't want) from their legal service providers.
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26 Oct 2021
Taming the Dragon: Gaining Certainty over the Costs of Litigation in AsiaThe panel will discuss the commercial and practical aspects of litigation funding in Asia, sharing knowledge and case experience from funder, dispute resolution practitioner and lawyer perspectives
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06 Oct 2021
The Fault Lines in India’s Arbitration LandscapeJoin us for the next episode of Tl4D's India related dispute resolution series. Featuring thought-provoking fireside chat with preeminent Indian legal figure, Justice G.S. Patel, Judge of the Bombay High Court and leading English silk, Khawar Qureshi QC.
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30 Sep 2021
Defusing the Court’s Nuclear Weapons: 13 Ways to Save Your WorldThe end of the world is nigh, or so it can feel for a defendant facing a trigger happy claimant armed with invasive ex parte relief. But is that the high point for the claimant? How best can the defendant return fire?
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28 Sep 2021
Class Actions in Digital MarketsFollowing our highly popular launch event, make sure to book your seat early for the next episode in a series of VIRTUAL discussions on the latest developments in class action regimes.
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13 Sep 2023
What is the impact of the Supreme Court’s decision in Philipp v Barclays on the development of ” The Quincecare” duty?The Quincecare duty was first recognised over three decades ago, but it is only in recent years that it has really come to prominence, with the Court having to consider its application and scope. Unsurprisingly, given the dramatic rise in APP fraud (with over £1billion worth of losses over the past three years), claimants have sought to apply the duty in that context.
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17 Aug 2023
Litigation Finance Unlocked: Exploring Trends, Challenges and Ethical ConsiderationsLitigation finance has emerged as a dynamic industry, transforming the landscape of legal proceedings and providing opportunities for litigants to access justice. This webinar aims to delve into the intricacies of litigation finance – examining key issues across various dimensions. By bringing together experts and thought leaders, we aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of the nuances within the litigation finance industry, while shedding light on trends, ethical considerations, and its impact on the legal landscape.
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21 Jul 2023
Civil Fraud Claims: Recent Updates and Practical TipsThe seminar will review the fundamental elements of civil fraud and tracing claims. It aims to provide an update on recent legal decisions relevant to those claims (on limitation, the availability of insolvency and proprietary claims, and other recent trends), and a focussed discussion of the current practical issues on prosecuting and defending fraud claims in the civil courts.
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13 Jul 2023
TL4 Cross Community Next-Gen Networking Drinks ReceptionWhether you are in private client, family, competition, commercial, or chancery, TL4 are co-hosting a cross-community next gen drinks reception with Withers.
ThoughtLeaders4 are serious about providing opportunities to up-and-coming practitioners. We strrongly believe the next generation of practitioners should be attending events in order to build their network and further their careers. With this in mind, join us on Thursday 13 July at 6pm for an informal evening designed for simply building your professional network in FIRE, HNW Divorce, Private Client, Disputes and Competition.
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12 Jul 2023
TL4 x Keidan Harrison & Serle Court: The AI Revolution for Disputes PractitionersWith the technological advancements in AI demonstrated by Chat GPT, has AI finally arrived for disputes practitioners? How can it be harnessed to save time getting to the facts? Can AI draft documents? Does it now have the capability of predicting outcomes? Is machine assisted human intelligence a more promising way forward? Where will AI take us over the next 10 years?
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10 Jul 2023
Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill 2023 – the potential impact on corporates and other stakeholdersThe event will be moderated by Rahman Ravelli's Senior Partner, Aziz Rahman. He will be joined by Rahman Ravelli Senior Associates Zulfi Meerza and Francesca Cassidy-Taylor, as well as Steve Holt, Partner at Grant Thornton, and Miranda Hill KC, Barrister at 6KBW.
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29 Jun 2023
TL4 x Bond Solon: From Summons to the Stand: How to Best Prepare Your Witness?Led by Bond Solon, this evening event will take a deep dive into the key stages of witness evidence, from the process of choosing a credible witness and what is considered best practice interviewing, to the vital ingredients that make up an effective witness on the stand.
Chaired by Alex Clements, Director of Witness Familiarisation at Bond Solon, our expert panel will explore the core character traits that make up a credible witness, cognitive interviewing techniques to get the most out of a witness, and how the principles of behavioural psychology can enhance a witness’ performance in court. All this will be considered again the backdrop of Practice Direction PD57AC and its impact on witness evidence.
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28 Jun 2023
The 2nd Annual Crypto in DisputesCrypto continues to develoip at a rapid pace in many areas of law and the resulting disputes involving Crypto are unique. Join this one day event talking all areas of disputes where Crypto is involved, where all 4 TL4 communities come together
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24 May 2023
Sanctions, Political Policy and the LawHosted by Stuart Leach Associates and 9BR, this Question Time style evening with our expert panel will bring different perspectives and experiences to many of the questions around sanctions.
The need for tough economic penalties to undermine Russia’s capacity to wage war in Ukraine is widely accepted. Yet one year in, we need a review of whether current sanctions are doing the job.
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04 May 2023
TL4 x Kingsley Napley: From Pixels to Problems: Addressing Disputes in the MetaverseThe metaverse has given rise to a number of issues facing legal professionals in the context of disputes. In this engaging, thought-provoking evening event led by Kingsley Napley, our expert panel will discuss what the metaverse means, the risk of fraud, investigations around the metaverse, NFT’s, cryptocurrency, damages claims likely to arise and more.
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28 Apr 2023
Digital Asset Disputes DemystifiedLed by Singularity Legal, this webinar will explore the intricacies, best practices and solutions for resolving issues related to various digital assets including cryptocurrencies, NFTs, decentralised finance, metaverse, and stablecoins. This multi-disciplinary webinar is sure to interest to all levels of experience in this innovative space.
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27 Apr 2023
TL4 x Gatehouse Chambers & Byfield: Sweet Dreams my FTXLed by Gatehouse Chambers and Byfield Consultancy, this evening panel event will discuss the FTX case, what this means for legal professionals, and the effect of how the mainstream media views crypto. This panel will also dive into the reputational issues surrounding a collapse of this magnitude, how you manage these when dealing with multiple investigations by international regulatory bodies, whilst also discussing the mass litigation that will follow for years to come.
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18 Apr 2023
TL4 x CYK: Arbitration Act 1996 Reform: Second Consultation Paper UnwrappedLed by Cooke, Young & Keidan, join us for an insightful evening discussing the key potential changes we will see to the Arbitration Act 1996 that are expected to be published later this year.
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07 Feb 2023
ESG Litigation Second Annual Conference 2024Elevating Legal Practice: A Comprehensive Approach to Meeting the Imperative of Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance
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30 Jan 2023
Global Sanctions: (Almost) everything you wanted to know about sanctions but were afraid to askIn this webinar, the panel comprising sanctions specialists from Germany, Switzerland, the US and the UK will discuss the latest developments in their jurisdictions. Our experts will discuss a variety of topics, including the latest sanctions that have been imposed, enforcement of breaches, asset confiscations and what we can expect in the future.
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28 Nov 2022
Complex Fraud: Arbitration, Litigation or Both?In any commercial fraud there are likely to be a number of potential defendants. Those potential defendants will often include a contracting party, other entities in the same group, the individuals behind them, co-conspirators and recipients of the proceeds of fraud. Any claim against the contracting party will frequently be subject to an arbitration clause, but the other potential defendants will not be subject to that clause.
This webinar considers those issues, by reference to a recent dispute in which some of those complexities arose.
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11 Nov 2022
Courtcraft a 3 Part Series - Session 3: And now the end is near… Trial to hand down of judgmentIn the final part of the three part series, led by Stephenson Harwood, our panellists will discuss the top do's and don'ts when preparing for trial, and what to look out for when it comes to hand down.
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08 Nov 2022
Working With And Against Experts In Business Valuation DisputesTom McDonnell and Katy-Jade Church of Brown Rudnick's Litigation team invite you to join us on Tuesday 8 November for a panel discussion about getting the most from your instruction and cross-examination of expert witnesses in business valuation disputes. We are delighted to be joined by Fraser Campbell of Blackstone Chambers and Travis Taylor and Abigail of Secretariat, who will share some of their experiences, anecdotes and top-tips with us.
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07 Nov 2022
M&A Disputes Part 2In the second of a two-part series of discussions on the topic and following the launch of BRG’s M&A Disputes Report 2022, legal and accounting experts will discuss key sector takeaways, trends and the outlook for 2023.
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04 Nov 2022
The Expanding Scope of English Jurisdiction?The October 2022 amendments to the Civil Procedure rules have brought about significant change to the service of claims out of the jurisdiction.
In this talk Tim Chelmick and Hannah Daly of 4 New Square and Andrew James of PCB Byrne will consider the impact of these amendments on the scope of the English court’s jurisdiction in civil and commercial matters and the opportunities and difficulties these changes may bring for foreign litigants in England.
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14 Oct 2022
Courtcraft a 3 Part Series - Session 2: EvidenceIn session 1 we looked at how to get your claim off the ground. In this session, you have got all the way to trial and we now focus on how to (and how not to) present your evidence to maximise your chances of winning your case.
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03 Oct 2022
Crypto Beyond Fraud: Resolving Digital DisputesIt's not all about fraud when it comes to crypto assets and distributed ledger technology. Join us to hear about the other types of disputes on the rise and the ways they are being resolved.
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21 Sep 2022
Middle East NPL’sThe panel will explore the current non-performing loan market in the Middle East, how the region is dealing with their historic debt issues, the complexities surrounding asset recovery on these debts and what the future holds for the region and its debt.
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16 Sep 2022
Leveraging Corporate Investigators in Asset Recovery: An UpdateAsset recovery lawyers routinely work with investigation firms yet misconceptions remain. This webinar will aim at lifting the veil on how lawyers can really leverage investigators and also give a view of recent developments in their practice.
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12 Sep 2022
Courtcraft a 3 Part Series - Session 1: How to Start ProceedingsIn partnership with Stephenson Harwood, this virtual event is the first of a three-part series of discussions on the practical issues that litigators face when bringing a claim.
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04 Jul 2022
M&A DisputesIn partnership with BRG, the first of a two-part series of discussions on the topic, our legal, accounting and market experts will discuss M&A deal volumes, deal structures, new investment vehicles, advances in technology and the rapidly changing economic conditions, which have contributed to the number of M&A disputes in recent years.
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09 Jun 2022
FIRE Middle East & TL4 Disputes: MENA Asset Recovery and Enforcement ChallengesJoin us for a mid year Middle East focused gathering in London which brings together many of the leading firms and practitioners who may be thinking about attending the Thought Leaders 4 FIRE event in Dubai in November.
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05 May 2022
The Emerging Landscape: Class Action Lawsuits and Litigation FundingJoin us for a FIRE Eveing panel session hosted with The Female Fraud Forum and Howden followed by drinks & nibbles!
Changes to litigation funding in recent years have transformed the viability of class actions in the UK. Regularly utilised in jurisdictions such as the US and Australia, class actions have in recent years been a more prominent tool for mass claimants in the UK. This event will examine the changes to litigation funding and consider recent high profile class action cases, such as the Supreme Court decision in Lloyd v Google, which addressed the question of whether representative action was a suitable vehicle for claims in the sphere of data protection.
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11 Feb 2022
What you need to know about mediation in family cases, trusts cases and where the two cross-overThis is aimed at those who are not qualified mediators but want to know how more about how mediation works, so they can advise and support clients in mediation but also to understand how they can be involved.
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10 Feb 2022
Welcome to the Jungle: Civil Procedure Rules and Guerilla DuelsApproaches to settlement have become as creative as they are confidential, but many parties still find themselves reaching in the dark. How are litigators to know the new rules of the jungle?
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13 Jul 2021
Defeating the Queen’s Gambit: How to Play Your Opening MovesThe second of the innovative ‘ACTING FOR THE DEFENDANT’ series on its tour through the lifecycle of a dispute from the principal vantage point of the defendant’s lawyer.
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08 Jul 2021
YOU HAVE NO AUTHORITY HERE (JACKIE WEAVER) … Jurisdiction clauses and arbitration clauses in a post Brexit world | Where are we now and why does it matter?Jurisdiction clauses and arbitration clauses in a post Brexit world | Where are we now and why does it matter?
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08 Jun 2021
UK Class Actions – “Big Bang” or False Start?Join this virtual event discussing the latest developments and the future of the UK class action regime.
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19 May 2021
To Hear or Not to Hear, That is the Question – Challenging Jurisdiction and Service: The Defendant’s ToolkitTL4 Disputes together with PCB Byrne are delighted to bring you the first of an innovative new series which will take you on a tour through the lifecycle of a dispute from the principal vantage point of the defendant’s lawyer.
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14 May 2021
LIDW21 Member-Hosted Event: Sanctions and DisputesA presentation and discussion on current issues in the world of economic sanctions with particular emphasis on the effect of sanctions on legal rights and proceedings to enforce them
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13 May 2021
LIDW21 Member-Hosted Event: How to Find the Right Partner in a Foreign JurisdictionCross-border litigation often requires cooperation from firms in multiple jurisdictions. How can you ensure that you choose a firm with the right expertise that can deliver a seamlessservice to your client?
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07 May 2021
Risks Faced by Whistle Blowers & How to Counter ThemIn 2012, Jonathan Taylor provided evidence about bribes being offered in return for lucrative contracts at Dutch oil firm SBM Offshore. Jonathan Taylor has been stuck in Croatia since July 2020. His wife and children returned home but he remains in legal limbo, unable to leave Zagreb, while the Croatian authorities decide whether he can be extradited. Tune in to hear his story and a unique insight into Whistleblowers.
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28 Apr 2021
I’m A Litigant … Get Me Out of Here!Join us for a practical and interactive session where a panel of experts on litigation and settlement share their expertise on key issues including getting yourself in the best position before exploring settlement, approaching the other side without giving an impression of weakness, assessing the settlement value of a claim, is horse trading the only way to arrive at an agreed number, creative ways to find a settlement when the numbers don’t work and the key issues to consider before signing the settlement agreement.
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21 Apr 2021
Nizam: Nuclear powers face off in High Court over English trust law principlesIndia and Pakistan locked horns with each other and descendants of the 7th Nizam of Hyderabad in Pakistan v NatWest decided by Marcus Smith J in October 2019. . When Pakistan initiated new proceedings in 2013, the current Nizam instructed Eason Rajah QC, 10 Old Square, and Paul Hewitt, Withers LLP. Eason and Paul will set out the historic and political context as well as the trust law principles debated.
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15 Apr 2021
India | Worldwide Strategy for Asset Recovery: Time to Look Beyond Jurisdictional BoundariesDealing with the endemic of fraud and asset recovery requires a concerted and coordinated multi-jurisdictional approach. Hear from the key experts from the region and internationally.
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13 Apr 2021
Most Controversial Decisions under CIS Treaties*Join a stellar line-up of local and international experts who will drill down into the key decisions under CIS treaties
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10 Dec 2020
FIRE India Virtual - NPL’s: Unlocking The ConundrumFeaturing industry heavyweight Mr. Arijit Basu, Recently Retired Managing Director of the State Bank of India (SBI), join our global panel of experts as they drill down into the key issues relating to Non-Performing Loans in a cross border context.
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