The IBA Annual Litigation Forum 2017, organized by the International Bar Association's Litigation Committee and supported by the IBA European Regional Forum, took place from May 3 to May 5, 2017, at the Zurich Marriott Hotel in Zurich, Switzerland. This premier event brought together legal professionals from around the world to discuss and explore innovations in litigation under the theme "Innovation in Litigation – Prepared for 2027."
The forum featured a comprehensive agenda covering key topics such as the integration of new technologies in courtrooms, advanced methods for introducing and presenting evidence, and the impact of artificial intelligence on the legal profession. Sessions included discussions on adapting to Brexit and roundtable workshops focusing on future innovations in litigation practices.
Attendees had the opportunity to engage in networking events, including a welcome reception at Restaurant Quai 61, providing a platform for legal professionals to connect and share insights. The conference also offered up to 9 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) or Continuing Legal Education (CLE) hours, catering to the professional development needs of participants.
This forum was particularly beneficial for litigators, corporate counsel, and legal technologists seeking to stay ahead of emerging trends and technologies shaping the future of litigation. Participants gained valuable knowledge and practical strategies to enhance their practice in an evolving legal landscape.
Speakers(15)
Bettina Knoetzl
Co-Chair, IBA Litigation Committee at Knoetzl
Bettina Knoetzl is Co-Chair of the IBA Litigation Committee and a partner at Knoetzl in Austria.
Douglas Chi
Senior Director at Supreme Court of Singapore
Douglas Chi serves as the Senior Director at the Supreme Court of Singapore.
Dr Jens-Peter Schmidt
Partner at Mayer Brown
Dr Jens-Peter Schmidt is a partner at Mayer Brown in Brussels.
Gerry Riskin
Founder at Edge International
Gerry Riskin is the founder of Edge International, a consultancy specializing in law firm management and strategy.
Jane Colston
Partner at Brown Rudnick
Jane Colston is a partner at Brown Rudnick in London and serves as the Publications Officer for the IBA Litigation Committee.
Keith Oliver
Head of International at Peters & Peters
Keith Oliver is the Head of International at Peters & Peters in London and chaired a session on adjusting to Brexit at the conference.
Marc Russenberger
Attorney at Law at RKR Attorneys at Law
Marc Russenberger is an attorney at RKR Attorneys at Law in Zurich and co-chaired the IBA Annual Litigation Forum Conference.
Miguel Torres
Partner at Rodrigo Abogados
Miguel Torres is a partner at Rodrigo Abogados in Madrid.
Preetha Pillai
Partner at SKRINE
Preetha Pillai is a partner at SKRINE in Kuala Lumpur and serves as the Academic and Professional Development Committee Liaison Officer for the IBA Asia Pacific Regional Forum.
Sandrine Giroud
Co-Chair, Young Litigators Forum, IBA Litigation Committee at LALIVE
Sandrine Giroud is Co-Chair of the Young Litigators Forum within the IBA Litigation Committee and a partner at LALIVE in Geneva.
Sharon Daly
Partner at Matheson
Sharon Daly is a partner at Matheson in Dublin.
The Hon Mr Justice Picken
High Court Judge at High Court of England and Wales
The Hon Mr Justice Picken is a High Court Judge in London, England.
Tom Price
Partner at Gowling WLG (UK)
Tom Price is a partner at Gowling WLG in London and serves as the Senior Vice-Chair of the IBA Litigation Committee.
Urs Feller
Vice-Chair, IBA Litigation Committee at Prager Dreifuss AG
Urs Feller is a Vice-Chair of the IBA Litigation Committee and a partner at Prager Dreifuss AG in Zurich.
Walid Azzam
Partner at Hadef & Partners
Walid Azzam is a partner at Hadef & Partners in Dubai, specializing in dispute resolution.
Event Details
- Date
- April 19-21, 2017
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇨🇭 Zurich, Switzerland
- Zurich Marriott Hotel
- Pricing
- €535 - €1,000
- Audience
- Litigators, corporate counsel, legal technologists
- CLE Credits
- Up to 9 CPD/CLE hours available