LIDW 2026 Main Conference

The LIDW 2026 Main Conference is a premier event organized by London International Disputes Week, scheduled for June 2, 2026, at the QEII Centre in Westminster, London. This flagship conference brings together global experts to explore the evolving challenges in international dispute resolution and the future of legal systems.

Key topics include the accelerating role of artificial intelligence in evidence, the rise of mass claims and their impact on investor confidence and access to justice, the intersection of law and politics in upholding the rule of law, and emerging areas such as space and deepwater disputes. Sessions will feature senior in-house and private practice lawyers, legal technologists, and leading figures from the judiciary and arbitration, including Sir Geoffrey Vos, the Master of the Rolls, and independent arbitrator Paula Hodges KC.

The conference will open with a keynote address from Sean West, Co-Founder of The Unruly Corporation and Hence Technologies, setting the tone for discussions on trust, transformation, and the future of dispute resolution. Attendees will have opportunities for networking, including a fireside chat with Clare Wardle, outgoing General Counsel of The Coca-Cola Company, and a networking drinks reception in the evening.

Legal professionals, including lawyers, arbitrators, and in-house counsel, should attend to gain insights into the latest trends and challenges in international dispute resolution, engage with thought leaders, and expand their professional networks.