The IBA Annual Conference 2019, organized by the International Bar Association, took place from 22 to 27 September 2019 in Seoul, South Korea. This flagship event brought together over 6,000 legal professionals from more than 130 jurisdictions, providing a platform for knowledge exchange and networking among lawyers, law firms, corporations, governments, and regulators worldwide.
The conference featured over 200 working sessions covering a wide array of topics pertinent to the legal profession. Key themes included the impact of technology on arbitration, the future of work in the legal sector, and the challenges posed by cultural barriers in legal practice. Notable sessions addressed issues such as the persecution of lawyers and judges, threats to the rule of law, and the independence of the legal profession.
Attendees had the opportunity to engage in various networking events, including social functions and committee meetings, fostering connections and collaborations across different legal fields. The opening ceremony was highlighted by an address from former United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, emphasizing the global significance of the event.
The conference was particularly beneficial for legal practitioners seeking to stay abreast of international legal developments, understand the evolving landscape of legal services, and expand their professional networks. It offered insights into emerging challenges and opportunities within the legal profession, making it a valuable experience for lawyers at all stages of their careers.
Speakers(32)
Adekubi Ogunde
Speaker at Wemimo Ogunde & Co.
Adekubi Ogunde is a legal professional at Wemimo Ogunde & Co. in Nigeria, focusing on client relations and cultural barriers.
Andre Abbud
Co-Chair at IBA Arb40 Subcommittee
Andre Abbud is a partner at BMA Advogados in São Paulo and Co-Chair of the IBA Arb40 Subcommittee.
Ban Ki-moon
Former Secretary-General at United Nations
Ban Ki-moon served as the eighth Secretary-General of the United Nations from 2007 to 2016, focusing on global issues such as climate change and sustainable development.
Brett Moffat
Managing Director at Marsh Korea
Brett Moffat is the Managing Director at Marsh Korea, specializing in risk management and insurance.
Bruno Maggi
Moderator at KMMA
Bruno Maggi is a legal professional at KMMA in Brazil and served as a moderator for the session on legal education.
Carmen Pombo
Co-Chair at Rule of Law Forum
Carmen Pombo is the Co-Chair of the Rule of Law Forum and represents the Fernando Pombo Foundation in Madrid.
Caroline Conrad-Behr
Partner at Conrad & Partner Advokatur
Caroline Conrad-Behr is a partner at Conrad & Partner Advokatur in Baden, focusing on corporate law.
David Delman
General Counsel at Samsung Engineering Company
David Delman serves as the General Counsel for Samsung Engineering Company, managing the company's legal affairs.
Francisco Esparraga
Speaker at University of Notre Dame
Francisco Esparraga is a legal academic at the University of Notre Dame in Australia, specializing in legal education.
Ian McDougall
Executive Vice President and General Counsel at LexisNexis
Ian McDougall serves as the Executive Vice President and General Counsel at LexisNexis, overseeing global legal affairs.
Ignacio Pesqueira
Partner at Galicia Abogados
Ignacio Pesqueira is a partner at Galicia Abogados in Mexico City, focusing on corporate law.
Ivan Delgado
Partner at Pérez-Llorca
Ivan Delgado is a partner at Pérez-Llorca in New York, specializing in mergers and acquisitions.
Jeff Davis
General Counsel at Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board
Jeff Davis is the General Counsel at Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board, responsible for legal and compliance matters.
Jennifer Permesly
Speaker at Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom
Jennifer Permesly is a legal professional at Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom in New York, focusing on arbitration.
John Kim
Partner at Lee & Ko
John Kim is a partner at Lee & Ko in Seoul, focusing on corporate law.
Justin John Gaetano D'Agostino
Speaker at HSF Kramer
Justin John Gaetano D'Agostino is a legal professional at HSF Kramer in Hong Kong, focusing on arbitration.
Liz (Kyo-Hwa) Chung
Legal Counsel at Microsoft Korea
Liz Chung is the Legal Counsel at Microsoft Korea, overseeing legal matters and compliance for the company in the region.
Morton Herschderfer
Speaker at College of Law
Morton Herschderfer is a legal academic at the College of Law in Australia, specializing in legal education.
Noradèle Radjai
Co-Chair at IBA Arb40 Subcommittee
Noradèle Radjai is a partner at LALIVE in Geneva and Co-Chair of the IBA Arb40 Subcommittee.
Paul Cohen
Speaker at 4-5 Gray's Inn Square Chambers
Paul Cohen is a barrister at 4-5 Gray's Inn Square Chambers in London, specializing in arbitration.
Philippe Pinsolle
Senior Vice Chair at Arbitration Committee
Philippe Pinsolle is a partner at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP in Geneva and serves as the Senior Vice Chair of the Arbitration Committee.
Rajesh Sreenivasan
Partner at Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP
Rajesh Sreenivasan is a partner at Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP, specializing in technology, media, and telecommunications law.
Rishab Gupta
Speaker at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.
Rishab Gupta is a legal professional at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. in Mumbai, specializing in arbitration.
Robert van Beemen
Partner at Venturis Consulting Group
Robert van Beemen is a partner at Venturis Consulting Group in Amsterdam, specializing in law firm management and strategy.
Sebastian Ramos
Moderator at Ferrere
Sebastian Ramos is a legal professional at Ferrere in Uruguay and served as a moderator for the session on legal education.
Stephen Macliver AM
Secretary-Treasurer at IBA's Human Rights Institute
Stephen Macliver AM is the Secretary-Treasurer of the IBA's Human Rights Institute and a member of The Law Society of New South Wales.
Stephen Revell
Secretary-Treasurer at IBA Law Firm Management Committee
Stephen Revell is a partner at Freshfields in Singapore and serves as the Secretary-Treasurer of the IBA Law Firm Management Committee.
Steve Seemer
Vice President at Thomson Reuters
Steve Seemer is a Vice President at Thomson Reuters, focusing on legal technology solutions.
Sue Hyun Lim
Secretary-General at KCAB International
Sue Hyun Lim serves as the Secretary-General of KCAB International in Seoul, overseeing international arbitration matters.
Teresa Donnelly
Speaker at Federation of Law Societies of Canada
Teresa Donnelly is a legal professional at the Federation of Law Societies of Canada in Ottawa, focusing on legal education and professional development.
Veronica Andrea Zarate
Partner at Mitrani Caballero & Ruiz Moreno
Veronica Andrea Zarate is a partner at Mitrani Caballero & Ruiz Moreno in Milan, specializing in mergers and acquisitions.
Yoon Hee Kim
Speaker at Shin & Kim
Yoon Hee Kim is a legal professional at Shin & Kim in South Korea, focusing on client relations and cultural barriers.
Event Details
- Date
- September 22-27, 2019
- 6 days
- Location
- 🇰🇷 Seoul, South Korea
- COEX Convention & Exhibition Center
- Audience
- Legal professionals, law firms, corporate counsel, government representatives, regulators
- Attendees
- Over 6,000