International Bar Association (IBA) Real Estate Investments Conference 2026

The International Bar Association (IBA) Real Estate Section is organizing the 16th Annual IBA Real Estate Investments Conference from June 10 to 12, 2026, at The Lotte New York Palace in New York City. This premier event aims to bring together global industry leaders, experts, and professionals to discuss pressing legal challenges and innovative solutions shaping the real estate landscape.

The conference will cover a range of critical topics, including the state of the global housing market, residential housing shortages and legal measures to address the housing crisis, office-to-residential conversions, the increasing use of AI in real estate transactions and litigation, current trends in the leisure sector, restrictions on foreign real estate ownership, and laws impacting short-term rentals. These sessions are designed to provide attendees with comprehensive insights into the evolving real estate sector.

Attendees will have opportunities to engage in networking events, participate in roundtable discussions, and attend keynote addresses from leading experts in the field. Notable speakers include Ilona Logvinova, Global Chief AI Officer at HSF Kramer, who will deliver the keynote address on June 11, 2026. The conference also features various sessions moderated by experts such as Roland Müller of VISCHER AG and Monica Yip of WongPartnership.

This conference is ideal for legal professionals, real estate investors, developers, and policymakers seeking to stay informed about the latest developments and challenges in the real estate sector. It offers a platform for sharing knowledge, discussing best practices, and building connections with peers from around the world.