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DKN Networks 13th Litigation Summit 2026

by DKN Networks

The 13th Annual Litigation Summit, organized by DKN Networks, is scheduled for April 21-22, 2026, at the Waldorf Astoria Berlin. This premier event brings together leading legal professionals to discuss and analyze current trends and challenges in litigation and dispute resolution. The summit offers a platform for in-house counsel, litigation specialists, and industry experts to exchange insights and strategies.

Key topics for the 2026 summit include climate and greenwashing litigation, recent developments in international arbitration and cross-border disputes, and the evolving dynamics between commercial courts and arbitration. Additional sessions will cover preventive actions and early settlement strategies, price clauses in long-term contracts, mass and class actions, and the impact of legal disputes on business operations. The event aims to provide attendees with practical knowledge and strategies to navigate the complexities of modern litigation.

The summit features a diverse lineup of speakers and panelists, including Dr. Alexandra Diehl and Dr. Julia Baedorff from Clifford Chance, Michael Molitoris from SZA Schilling, Zutt & Anschütz, and Dr. David Quinke from Gleiss Lutz. Notable in-house perspectives will be shared by Dr. Sabrina Streicher of BASF SE and Alison Pearsall of Atos International. The event also offers networking opportunities, allowing participants to engage with peers and experts in the field.

This summit is ideal for general counsels, heads of litigation, dispute resolution professionals, and in-house commercial and corporate lawyers seeking to stay informed about the latest developments in litigation and dispute resolution. Attendees will gain valuable insights to enhance their litigation strategies and effectively manage legal risks within their organizations.

Speakers(23)

Alexander Demuth

Managing Director at Secretariat

Alexandra Rullen

Group General Counsel at Wacker Chemie AG

Alison Pearsall

Group Head of Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Risk Management and Insurance at Atos International

Christian Hinz

Leitung K-ILP-11 - Produktsicherheit und Produkthaftung at Volkswagen AG

Dirk Scheumann

Head of Legal Central Europe at Eviden

Dr. Alexandra Diehl

Partner at Clifford Chance

Dr. David Quinke

Partner at Gleiss Lutz

David is one of Germany's leading lawyers for commercial litigation and arbitration. His work focuses on corporate disputes and conflicts arising from corporate and capital market transactions. He has also been involved in numerous energy-related proceedings. He is regularly appointed as an arbitrator and therefore understands the judicial perspective as well. David is recommended by JUVE, Handelsblatt, Best Lawyers, Chambers, Legal 500, Lexology, Benchmark Litigation, and Global Arbitration Review.

Dr. Julia Baedorff

Partner at Clifford Chance

Dr. Julia Egyptien

Senior Legal Counsel at ThyssenKrupp Steel Europe AG

Dr. Sabrina Streicher

Head of Litigation and Dispute Resolution at BASF SE

Event Details

Date
April 21-22, 2026
2 days
Location
🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany
Waldorf Astoria Berlin
Pricing
Varies by tier
Audience
General counsels, heads of litigation, dispute resolution professionals, in-house commercial and corporate lawyers
CLE Credits
CLE accreditation pending
Attendees
Over 200 professionals