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IBA Latin American Regional Forum Conference

by International Bar Association

The Biennial IBA Latin American Regional Forum Conference is a premier event organized by the International Bar Association's Latin American Regional Forum. This conference brings together legal professionals from across the globe to discuss pressing issues and developments affecting the legal industry in Latin America.

The 2023 conference, held from March 22 to 24 in Cartagena, Colombia, focused on the theme "Technology, social media and artificial intelligence: challenges for the legal industry in the digital age." Sessions covered a range of topics, including the impact of disruptive technologies on the legal profession, data protection challenges, and the role of innovation in upholding the rule of law.

Attendees had the opportunity to engage in various sessions such as "Venture Capital Investments in Legal Tech and The Technology Industry," "From Blockchain to Crypto: There and Back Again," and "M&A and Tech in Latin America: How Will Unicorns Confront a Changing Investment Landscape?" These sessions featured notable speakers like Sergio Galvis and Werner Ahlers from Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, and Carlos Albarracín from Milbank LLP.

The conference provided a platform for legal practitioners, in-house counsel, and industry experts to network, share insights, and explore collaborative opportunities, making it a must-attend event for those interested in the intersection of law and technology in the Latin American context.

Speakers(6)

Antonio Pea

Co-Chair of Latin America Practice and Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig LLP

Antonio Pea is Co-Chair of Greenberg Traurig's Latin America Practice and a shareholder in the Miami office.

Carlos Albarracn

Partner at Milbank LLP

Carlos Albarracn is a partner in Milbank LLP's Global Capital Markets Group and Latin America Practice Group.

Marina Olman-Pal

Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig LLP

Marina Olman-Pal is a shareholder in Greenberg Traurig's Miami office.

Sergio Galvis

Co-Head of Latin America Practice at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

Sergio Galvis is Co-Head of Sullivan & Cromwell's Latin America Practice, focusing on significant matters in the region for over 100 years.

Werner Ahlers

Co-Head of Latin America Practice at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

Werner Ahlers is Co-Head of Sullivan & Cromwell's Latin America Practice, advising clients on complex issues in the region.

Yosbel Ibarra

Co-Managing Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig LLP

Yosbel Ibarra is Co-Managing Shareholder of Greenberg Traurig's Miami office.

Event Details

Date
March 14, 2023
Location
🇨🇴 Cartagena, Colombia
Centro de Convenciones de Cartagena
Pricing
Varies by tier
Audience
Legal professionals, in-house counsel, industry experts
Attendees
Over 700 delegates

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