International Insolvency Institute 26th Annual Conference
The International Insolvency Institute (III) will host its 26th Annual Conference in Montreal, Canada, from June 14 to 16, 2026. This premier event brings together insolvency practitioners, academics, and members of the judiciary to discuss and advance the field of international insolvency law and practice.
The conference will feature a dynamic series of panels addressing pressing trends, challenges, and questions shaping the global insolvency landscape. Attendees can expect in-depth discussions on topics such as cross-border insolvency, restructuring strategies, and emerging legal frameworks.
In addition to the educational sessions, the conference offers ample networking opportunities, including a Legendary Dinner at Montreal’s Theatre St-James. This elegant venue will serve as the backdrop to honor the 2026 Outstanding Service Award and Founders Award recipients, Chief Justice Geoffrey B. Morawetz and Steven T. Kargman, respectively.
The event is ideal for insolvency professionals, legal scholars, and judges seeking to stay abreast of developments in international insolvency and to connect with peers from around the world.
Speakers(22)
Andres Martinez
Senior Financial Sector Specialist at The World Bank
Andres Martinez is a Senior Financial Sector Specialist at The World Bank and serves on the planning committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Andrew Kissner
Associate at Morrison & Foerster LLP
Andrew Kissner is an associate at Morrison & Foerster LLP and serves on the NextGen Conference Planning Committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Andy Dietderich
Partner at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
Andy Dietderich is a partner at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP and a member of the planning committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
DJ Miller
Partner at Thornton Grout Finnigan LLP
DJ Miller is a partner at Thornton Grout Finnigan LLP and a member of the planning committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Dan Moss
Partner at Jones Day
Dan Moss is a partner at Jones Day and serves as a co-chair for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Denis Ferland
Partner at Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
Denis Ferland is a partner at Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP and a member of the planning committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Evan Zucker
Partner at Blank Rome LLP
Evan Zucker is a partner at Blank Rome LLP and a member of the planning committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Federica Pietrogrande
Principal at The Brattle Group
Federica Pietrogrande is a Principal at The Brattle Group and serves on the planning committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Frank Vazquez
Partner at Norton Rose Fulbright
Frank Vazquez is a partner at Norton Rose Fulbright and serves on the planning committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Gabriel Olivera
Associate at O'Melveny & Myers LLP
Gabriel Olivera is an associate at O'Melveny & Myers LLP and a member of the NextGen Conference Planning Committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Geoffrey B. Morawetz
Chief Justice at Ontario Superior Court of Justice
Recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Service Award at the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Ingrid Tronshaug
Senior Associate at Advokatfirmaet Wiersholm AS
Ingrid Tronshaug is a senior associate at Advokatfirmaet Wiersholm AS and co-chairs the NextGen Conference for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Joel Cohen
Managing Director at Stout
Joel Cohen is a Managing Director at Stout and serves on the planning committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Judy Elkin
Partner at Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones
Judy Elkin is a partner at Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones and serves on the planning committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Lisa Laukitis
Partner at Milbank LLP
Lisa Laukitis is a partner at Milbank LLP and co-chairs the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Lizanne Havenga
Director at Teneo (BVI) Limited
Lizanne Havenga is a Director at Teneo (BVI) Limited and serves on the NextGen Conference Planning Committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Mahesh Uttamchandani
Practice Manager at The World Bank
Mahesh Uttamchandani is a Practice Manager at The World Bank and co-chair of the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Patrick Potter
Partner at Dickinson Wright
Patrick Potter is a partner at Dickinson Wright and a member of the planning committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Shuai Guo
Associate Professor at China University of Political Science and Law
Shuai Guo is an Associate Professor at the China University of Political Science and Law and a member of the NextGen Conference Planning Committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Steven Golden
Associate at Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones
Steven Golden is an associate at Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones and co-chairs the NextGen Conference for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Steven T. Kargman
President at Kargman Associates
Recipient of the 2026 Founders Award at the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Thiago Braga Junqueira
Partner at Pinheiro Neto Advogados
Thiago Braga Junqueira is a partner at Pinheiro Neto Advogados and a member of the planning committee for the International Insolvency Institute's 26th Annual Conference.
Event Details
- Date
- June 14-16, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇨🇦 Montreal, Canada
- Palais des Congrès de Montréal
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Insolvency practitioners, academics, and members of the judiciary
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending