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
01 May 2025
TL4 x HFW: Pre-FIRE International Drinks ReceptionJoin TL4 x HFW for an evening drinks reception, hosted by HFW, ahead of FIRE International. Aimed at senior FIRE practitioners, but open also to those not attending the conference.
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13 May 2025
The Arbitration Summit 2025This conference is designed to give legal professionals, arbitrators, and industry stakeholders a comprehensive yet concise overview of the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in arbitration. You'll engage with fresh topics to spark meaningful conversation and collaboration. Dive deep into a productive and insightful day dedicated to the future of arbitration.
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16 May 2025
UK Witnesses in International Arbitration: Are They at a Disadvantage?In international arbitration, where the two sides are from different jurisdictions, one issue has the potential to put the two parties on an unequal footing: witness preparation.
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04 Jun 2025
TL4 x Serle Court x Asserson - From Robes to Riches: What International Lawyers Should Know About English CourtsJoin us for an afternoon tea and panel discussion for international litigants and lawyers exploring some distinctive features of the English court system. Our expert panel will share key strategies and essential considerations, some of which our international colleagues may find surprising.
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11 Jun 2025
The European Class Actions Forum 2025Historically, class action events have taken a broader, more generic look at global jurisdictions or more long-standing class action regimes such as the US. In contrast, this conference focuses specifically on Europe and its developing class action landscape.
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24 Jun 2025
Financial Services Disputes - The Third Annual Conference 2025The event covering disputes across all types of financial service firms, rather than majoring on just one specific sector. Enhance understandings and insights into current areas of practise as well as identify opportunities and trends emerging with other sectors outside of your primary focus.
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23 Sep 2025
Sovereign & States Litigation Summit USAJoin the Disputes and FIRE community in Washington D.C. for a day dedicated to exploring the ever-evolving landscape of litigation involving sovereign entities and states, a critical area shaping international law and diplomacy. As geopolitical challenges intensify and legal frameworks evolve, understanding sovereign litigation is more essential than ever.
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30 Sep 2025
The Family Business Disputes Forum 2025The only event focused specifically on the disputes challenges unique to family-run businesses.
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08 Oct 2025
The International Arbitration and Enforcement Forum 2025 - 2nd AnnualWith a rising number of international arbitrations, and the following enforcements, it is more important than ever to have an in-depth understanding of how other regions are handling this attractive method of resolving disputes.
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15 Oct 2025
The UK Class Actions Forum - The 5th AnnualJoin Experienced Practitioners to Navigate the Evolving UK Group Litigations and Class Actions Landscape
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04 Nov 2025
The European ESG Litigation ForumBringing Practitioners Across Europe to Discuss the Rapidly Developing ESG Landscape
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Past Events
17 Oct 2024
TL4 x DGA: Maximising your Advantage In Governance DisputesJoin TL4 x DGA Group as we discuss strategies to manage disputes over governance and fiduciary duty in private capital investment.
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14 May 2024
Remedies Which Litigants Can Obtain in Order to Assist With The Enforcement of Judgments in Kenya, Ghana, and NigeriaAndrew Moran KC and Anthony Kennedy are the authors of Commercial Litigation in Anglophone Africa (2nd Ed Juta), an authoritative work which details the broad framework of the private international law rules in operation in each of the sixteen Anglophone jurisdictions considered: Botswana, Gambia, Ghana, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
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29 Jan 2024
An Explanation of the Regimes Governing the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Ghana, Nigeria and the Republic of South AfricaFollowing the success of the first webinar on Commercial Disputes and Anti-Suit Relief in Anglophone Africa, the speakers will be back in 2024 for a second instalment, taking place on 29 January, entitled “An explanation of the regimes governing the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments in Ghana, Nigeria and the Republic of South Africa”. Andrew Moran KC will once again chair the session. Further details on other panel members will be released soon.
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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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29 Apr 2025
The Shareholder & Securities Disputes ForumThe only forum going in depth on new dynamics, effective litigation strategies, and upcoming developments for Shareholder and Securities Disputes.
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29 Apr 2025
Workplace Culture, DEI, and the LawCompanies that are moving away from internal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies have been making the headlines recently. Against this backdrop of changing priorities, DEI remains a legal and reputational imperative. When companies fail to address workplace inequality, they risk not only employment claims but also intense public scrutiny that can damage trust, investor confidence, and employee morale.
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24 Apr 2025
Financial Services Disputes – New Challenges and OpportunitiesThe expert advisory board for the Financial Services Disputes forum will be covering topics from across all types of financial service firms, identifying opportunities and trends
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02 Apr 2025
An Exploration of Class Actions and Forum Shopping in EuropeHear from speakers on both sides of class action issues! With balanced claimant and defendant perspectives, the European Class Actions Forum brings a nuanced perspective that accurately reflects the current mass litigation landscape.
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24 Mar 2025
Offshore Disputes WeekExplore the latest in offshore disputes across key jurisdictions with leading onshore and offshore practitioners.
Join 100+ international experts from the US, UK, Europe, LATAM, and Asia, gathering for the first time to debate and discuss the growth of disputes in key offshore jurisdictions. It’s a week of networking, dynamic discussions, and thought-provoking content, all aimed at bridging onshore and offshore expertise and reinforcing a forward-thinking legal community.
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18 Mar 2025
The Anti-Bribery & Corruption Forum 2025 - 2nd AnnualWith the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act passed in UK Parliament, join this timely 1-day event to discuss Corporate Crime, detection and reaction, and what the future holds.
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12 Mar 2025
The ESG Litigation Summit 2025 - The 3rd AnnualElevating Legal Practice: A Comprehensive Approach to Meeting the Imperative of Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance
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04 Mar 2025
How Geopolitical Developments will Impact the Future of ArbitrationIn today’s rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape, international disputes are becoming more complex than ever. Arbitration has emerged as a critical tool for resolving conflicts in the disputes space. Before diving into the in-person Arbitration Summit, join us for an exclusive pre-event webinar designed to lay the foundations for an engaging main event. The advisory board members of The Arbitration Summit will explore how the latest geo-political changes will impact your arbitration practice, including: impact on investment treaty claims, evolution of AI laws, and increasing prominence of ESG in arbitration.
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27 Feb 2025
The UK Commercial Property Litigation and Disputes Forum: 2nd AnnualThis conference arms you with the necessary tools to navigate the commercial property litigation and disputes maze. Join us for an exclusive gathering of key figures from around the property law eco-system from solicitors to consultants and surveyors discussing issues both topical and perennial.
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27 Feb 2025
2025 Geopolitical Risks and How to Survive ThemBetween the uncertain States of America, red line geopolitics, global trade war, rising political violence and digital concentration risks, companies face a mind-boggling number of organisational challenges which are often difficult to grasp in time and in their completeness. Geopolitical risk is already a buzzword of the upcoming year and many companies develop this risk function in their organisations. Will it be able to protect companies from the external shocks and pressures that 2025 bears for us?
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29 Jan 2025
Sovereign & States Disputes and Enforcement Summit 2025Join 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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21 Jan 2025
Intersecting Internal Investigations and Communications: How To Approach Sensitive Communications Without Prejudicing An Investigatory ProcessRecent allegations involving public figures such as Greg Wallace at household name institutions like the BBC highlight the critical need for organisations to effectively manage sensitive communication during times of heightened reputational risk. This webinar, taking place on 21 January 2025, explores the complex interplay between transparent communication and the integrity of internal investigations.
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17 Dec 2024
Obtaining Evidence In England In Support of Foreign ProceedingsFrederico Singarajah will moderate a panel discussion looking at a range of different options available to those seeking to use powers and procedures in England and Wales to obtain evidence in support of foreign proceedings. By reference to their own experiences of using these powers, the panel will identify the pros and cons of the various options available and will offer insights as to how to obtain the best and most probative evidence for the benefit of those foreign proceedings.
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03 Dec 2024
Corporate Disputes 2024 - 4th Annual ForumAttend our fourth 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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26 Nov 2024
AI and The Intersection With Data Privacy and Data ProtectionArtificial intelligence (AI) continues to present challenges for regulation when knowledge is still emerging about the underlying phenomena. It raises questions about whether existing legal tools are adequate to address the risks of harmful outcomes while not presenting undue constraints on the benefits that AI can unleash. Insofar as data is an input to AI models, the intersection with data protection and data privacy merits close inquiry and has so far been given comparatively less focus. The EU AI Act is a significant development in this area and which came into force on 1 August 2024.
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12 Nov 2024
Greenwashing Risks In The EU and UK: An Economic PerspectiveIn recent years, regulators in the EU and UK have increased their efforts to tackle greenwashing concerns. In this webinar, we will provide a brief overview of the current regulatory landscape in the UK (e.g., the FCA anti-greenwashing rule, CMA Green Claims Code) and EU (e.g., the Green Claims Directive). We will then discuss areas where risks of litigation and regulatory investigations could arise, while referring to recent cases. Finally, we will consider key economic issues that could arise in such cases, potential theories of harm that Claimants could put forward, and which economic analyses are appropriate to address these issues.
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04 Nov 2024
Building Effective Whistleblowing Protections and ComplianceJoin us on 4 November for 'Building Effective Whistleblowing Protections and Compliance', kindly led by Rahman Ravelli. In this webinar, we will be covering the impact of a potential US style whistleblower rewards programme on the UK, encouraging a corporate culture supporting speaking out against bad practice to reduce the need for blowing the whistle, assessing the effectiveness of the EU Whistleblower Directive, and duty to disclose in supervision to avoid culpability as a ‘Professional Enabler’
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25 Oct 2024
Managing Reputations in High Profile Disputes: Marrying The Legal and PR ResponseHigh profile disputes are increasingly played-out in the court of public opinion, with details of those disputes often appearing on the pages of national and trade media and debated on social media. Parties in commercial litigation can also seek to use aggressive publicity campaigns to try to undermine the opponent’s case and damage their reputations. In these types of scenarios, it can be important to work with both specialist media and reputation management lawyers and PR teams as part of the overall litigation strategy.
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10 Oct 2024
Class Actions and Collective Redress – Is It Really A Legal Regime That Has A Future Outside Of The US?Without doubt Class Actions and Collective Redress are gathering pace across the European region, with the UK, Portugal and the Netherlands leading the charge from a filing perspective. Cumulative claimed quantum across regions now stands at a staggering €228bn, but the question is, for the regime to be considered effective, how much will consumers actually receive and when?
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04 Oct 2024
Challenging International Arbitral AwardsIn this series, we have travelled through the lifecycle of the arbitration process. We are now nearing the end. The Award Creditor has an Award in their hand. What do they have to do to get their hands on the assets? Looking from the other side - is it too late for the Award Debtor? Is there anything that can be done at this late stage? What are the options available to it?
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25 Sep 2024
TL4 x 3PB x Bond Solon x Kingsley Napley: Expert Witnesses and Opinion Evidence - Reports and Cross-Examination in International Commercial ArbitrationLed by 3PB, Bond Solon and Kingsley Napley, join us on 25 September 2024 for an evening seminar of three insightful sessions followed by canapes and networking drinks. Hear from our unrivalled panel of expert speakers at this in-person session focused on Expert Witnesses and Opinion Evidence: Reports and Cross-Examination in International Commercial Arbitration.
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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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16 Sep 2024
Commercial Litigation in Anglophone Africa - Part 4Andrew Moran KC and Anthony Kennedy are the authors of Commercial Litigation in Anglophone Africa (2nd Ed Juta), an authoritative work which details the broad framework of the private international law rules in operation in each of the sixteen Anglophone jurisdictions considered: Botswana, Gambia, Ghana, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. The authors will be back with a fourth session of the webinar series taking place on 16 September, entitled "Anglophone African Courts' Approaches to the Enforcement of Jurisdiction Clauses". Andrew Moran KC and Anthony Kennedy will be joined by guest speakers Lorraine Aboagye (Barrister, Essex Court) and Babajide Ogundipe (Partner, Sofunde, Osakwe, Ogundipe & Belgore). In the webinar:
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19 Jul 2024
The Use of Evidence in International Arbitration: Procedure and PracticeThe production and use of evidence in international arbitration tends to be governed by a flexible matrix of institutional and ad hoc rules and "soft law", selected by the parties and tribunal. The tribunal will oversee the production, use and management of evidence using those resources. But parties' legal backgrounds from common law and civil law traditions, and their expectations, may have to be managed and compromise sought.
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12 Jul 2024
UNCITRAL WGIII: Do States Really Need An Advisory Centre?UNCITRAL is pitching an independent advisory centre as one of the key elements of ISDS reform for the 21st century. Join our panel of experts as we examine the rationale behind such a centre, how it might work in practice, and the hurdles it will need to overcome to be a valuable addition to the investor-State dispute settlement system.
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02 Jul 2024
Deconstructing Property Finance: Breach of Covenants In Loan AgreementsFinance is the lifeblood of many businesses and credit is operationally critical in every business sector. Whilst no business intends to default on its repayment obligations, all businesses should be aware of the implications and consequences of doing so.
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28 Jun 2024
Seizing and Selling Crypto Assets in Civil and Commercial DisputesAs digital assets continue to reshape the global economy, examining the complexities of cryptocurrency within legal conflicts is essential.
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25 Jun 2024
The Crypto in Disputes Forum - 3rd AnnualCrypto's continued rapid, complex development across many fields of Law requires constant discussion and analysis. Join us at ThoughtLeaders4 for a one-day event exploring every area of disputes concerning Crypto, weaving our many communities together for a comprehensive look at the issues, opportunities, and strategies present in this space.
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25 Jun 2024
Mitigating Sanctions Breach Risks: A Real-World Scenario and Strategic ResponseIn today’s complex global environment, companies must navigate the intricate landscape of sanctions compliance. Join us for an in-depth webinar where Control Risks experts will walk you through a hypothetical scenario—rooted in reality—of a company embroiled in a sanctions breach. The scenario involves sensitive restricted goods, like precision tools potentially used for weapon manufacturing, being discovered in Russia.
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24 Jun 2024
Crypto-Disputes and Regulatory Regimes in Hong Kong, Singapore and UAEIn this webinar, our panel of experts will discuss the highlights of Crypto-Disputes and Regulatory Regimes in Hong Kong, Singapore and the UAE. They will evaluate the legal tools available in each jurisdiction, policy considerations, recent developments and liquidation on cryptocurrency exchanges and priority of account holders.
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17 Jun 2024
An Introduction to Pleadings in International Arbitration: Practice and ProcedureOne of the first tasks of a Tribunal, seized of jurisdiction, is to determine the form of pleadings in the arbitration. Most arbitration laws do not make express provision for rules of evidence. Institutional rules usually leave it to the arbitral tribunal to determine matters of evidence and procedure. It is usual therefore, in most cases, for one of the first directions of the Tribunal to be an order for comprehensive written pleadings.
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20 May 2024
Corporate Disputes: Navigating The Fallout From Accounting FraudIn recent years, a number of high profile accounting frauds have hit the headlines and English courtrooms, from Patisserie Valerie to Carillion to NMC Health plc. The fallout from these scandals has embroiled not only the companies and their creditors, but also their directors, business partners, auditors and bankers. In our current tough economic environment, many businesses will be under stress. To stay afloat, unscrupulous managers may be tempted to manipulate financial accounts to placate shareholders, lure in new investments, or avoid breaching lending covenants. Meanwhile, as businesses begin to fail, history suggests that more cases of accounting fraud will be exposed.
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17 May 2024
Arbitration Clauses: Purpose, Type, Scope and ClarityThe parties’ agreement to arbitrate is the very foundation of Arbitration, and it is most often found in contractual clauses. Effective drafting, and knowledge of the purposes and effects of the various components in such a clause are essential. Contractual disputes subject to the clause will arise after the drafting, when it is too late to make any material changes to the clause. Not infrequently, badly drafted clauses are the subject of time-consuming and expensive litigation, and even if such a clause survives, there may be later problems at the enforcement stage.
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16 May 2024
The Media Disputes: Defamation, Privacy & Reputation Management ForumHear those actively involved in live cases address recent and forthcoming developments in the increasingly changing world of media litigation.
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03 May 2024
ESG Litigation: The Current ClimateAs governments and businesses focus more of their resources on tackling ESG challenges, so the legal world seeks to offer innovative solutions. However the development of ESG litigation, particularly as it relates to addressing environmental harm, is still in its infancy. All stakeholders, but especially environmental groups and CO2 intensive industries, are scanning the horizon to see how the law will adapt and how courts will address ESG challenges. This round-up will look at recently decided cases, cases currently before the courts, and consider what may be on its way, just over the horizon…
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18 Apr 2024
The Sanctions in Disputes Forum 2024The only Sanctions forum dedicated to navigating Litigation Disputes by tackling the challenges that arise from various interactions between key sanction regimes
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16 Apr 2024
The Tech Disputes Conference 2024In partnership with the Tech Disputes Network this one day event brings together professionals from the technology and legal industries interested in avoiding, managing and winning tech disputes.
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18 Mar 2024
International Women’s Day 2024: Striving for BalanceOur panel will discuss some of the barriers that women face in achieving work-life balance, including societal expectations, cultural norms, and workplace structures. Through honest personal experiences, our panellists aim to share knowledge with their peers, and pave the way for future generations.
Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking discussion as we celebrate International Women's Day and empower women around the world to embrace their unique journey of balancing work and lifestyle in the legal profession.
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19 Feb 2024
Funding Litigation Against Financial Institutions & Big Corporates in 2024 - Issues For Your RadarNew opportunities for claims against financial institutions and corporate giants continue to arise; fuelled not least by an increased focus on ESG issues, and new classes of financial assets. There continues to be a strong appetite for funding group actions among funders who see the potential for substantial returns.
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16 Feb 2024
Crypto Crime: Fraud Awareness, Mitigating Emerging Risks and Best Practices Across Different RegimesJoin us on an insightful panel discussion into Crypto Crime, as our expert speakers delve into the intricacies of mitigating risks and implementing best practices across different regulatory regimes.
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26 Jan 2024
Leveraging Media, Public Opinion and Politics in High-Stakes Litigation, Disputes and Arbitral Award Enforcement Against SovereignsThis special webinar, hosted by ThoughtLeaders4 in partnership with Vantage Influence, delves into the complexities of high-stakes litigation, disputes and enforcement of arbitration awards against sovereign entities.
Our expert panel will offer essential insights into how media and public opinion can influence outcomes in these critical cases.
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11 Jan 2024
Asset Recovery: Onshore and Offshore StrategiesIn our interconnected global economy, businesses frequently confront challenges related to enforcement and recovery. The complex dynamics of offshore and onshore jurisdictions play a pivotal role in the recovery of assets, adding a layer of intricacy to the global asset recovery landscape. Our forthcoming webinar seeks to shed light on the nuanced aspects of global asset recovery, encompassing both onshore and offshore strategies, in response to the evolving demands of the business environment. This event aims to distil insights from experts across key jurisdictions, offering a comprehensive exploration into understanding these jurisdictions, navigating cross-border challenges, and addressing the diverse nature of assets they host.
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08 Dec 2023
Chat GPT: Its Impact on Law and The Legal ProfessionIt is not long since Open AI released its ChatGPT for use by the public. And now lawyers, educators and legal experts have started to confront the possibilities of what generative artificial intelligence (AI) could mean for the practice of law, currently and in the future.
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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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16 Nov 2023
TL4 x Blackstone Chambers: Commercial Breakfast Briefing - The Sunshine ShowBlackstone Chambers are hosting their next breakfast breifing discussing key developments, hot topics and the latest cases in commercial dispute resolution, with the morning supported by ThoughtLeaders4.
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03 Nov 2023
AI, The Opportunities and Threats for Disputes PractitionersDelving into the discussion in further detail, the panel will evaluate the current AI offering for disputes lawyers, considering areas where AI can be used to value engineer the resolution of complex disputes as part of the professional offering
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30 Oct 2023
What to Derive from Recent Applications Concerning Derivative Claims?The panel will consider recent case law from 2023 concerning derivative claims, including issues such as the creative use of these applications, the relationship with unfair petitions and costs orders.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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