Are you looking to network with experts and peers in the legal profession? Do you want to stay ahead of industry changes and challenges? Or would you benefit from developing specialist expertise? Attending industry events and conferences – online or in person – can generate the contacts, knowledge, ideas and approaches to give you a competitive edge.
Staying abreast of changes to the law and the latest industry trends is critical for the world of business and those associated with it. Investing in your continuing professional development will help you keep your knowledge up to date and understand the commercial impact of legal issues. They often provide an opportunity to hear from experts operating in the field who will share their own experiences for your benefit.
Below, you will find details about some of some of the most popular conferences and professional networking events for commercial law specialists.
Annual Competition Conference
The Annual Competition Conference is organised by the International Bar Association’s Antitrust Section. In its 28th year, this year’s conference runs from 6-7 September 2024 in Florence, Italy. Topics covered include how to successfully execute a deal in the face of tough antitrust enforcement and an in-depth analysis of Illumina’s acquisition of Grail.
Annual London Law Expo
Organised by NetLawMedia, the London Law Expo brings together some of the most respected names in the legal and commercial worlds to explore the opportunities, challenges and priorities facing legal leaders. The 2024 Expo, which will be held on October 3 2024 at 133 Houndsditch, London, is expected to attract over 500 senior decision makers, more than 30 expert speakers and 35 exhibitors.
Law Society
The Law Society organises regular events and conferences which give you the chance to hear from industry experts on changes to specific areas of the legal landscape. Upcoming events include an anti-money laundering (AML) and financial crime conference taking place (online and in persona) on September 26 2024.
Legalweek New York
Held in March each year, Legalweek New York invites thousands of legal professionals from across the globe to explore the business and regulatory trends, technology and talent drivers impacting the industry. The 2024 event attracted over 6,000 delegates and featured over 300 speakers, including managing partners, general counsel, chief information officers, and chief marketing officers. Legal automation, eDiscovery and data science, data privacy and cyber security were among the topics featured.
SIFMA events
SIFMA, which describes itself as the voice of the US securities industry, hosts workshops, online and in person seminars, and conferences all over the United States throughout the year. Specialist topics include asset management, capital markets, compliance and legal diversity, equity and inclusion, operations and technology, private client and wealth management, prudential and capital. Among the events to watch out for are the next annual Securities Industry Institute, due to take place from March 9-14 2025 in Philadelphia, and the compliance and legal (C&L) Annual Seminar, from March 23-265 2025 in Austin, Texas.
White Paper
White Paper is a specialist UK events company focused on delivering expert-led conferences for legal and business professionals. Upcoming one-day conferences cover trade mark law and practice, commercial property leases, dismissal developments for employers, public procurement, and subsidy control.
The AMLP Forum
The AMLP Forum, also known as the Association of Financial Crime Prevention Professionals, is a cross-industry association of AML, anti-corruption and financial crime prevention professionals. It organises a range of professional development events focused on compliance and the practical solutions to combat financial crime. Upcoming conferences in London include the 20th Annual UK AML and Financial Crime Seminar, 18th Annual European AML and Financial Crime Conference, and 13th Annual Anti-Bribery and Corruption Forum.
Commonwealth Lawyers’ Association (CLA)
The Commonwealth Lawyers’ Association (CLA) hosts an annual conference in a member state every two years, as well as smaller, regular events throughout the Commonwealth. The next Commonwealth Lawyers Association Conference – CLC25 – is being held in Malta from April 6-10 2025. Its next PNG Continuing Legal Education Seminar takes place online and in person in Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea, on September 3 2024. Sessions will be focused on key developments in commercial law and judicial review.
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