Civil fraud and asset recovery, Commercial disputes, Insolvency, International / offshore
Thursday 24 March 2022
9am - 5.20pm followed by drinks
Kimpton Fitzroy Russell Square (and online via Zoom), London
£195 + VAT | 5.0 CPD
To view the full conference programme, please click here.
We are delighted to announce that the annual Wilberforce Commercial Conference returns on Thursday 24th March 2022 and takes place at Kimpton Fitzroy London, Russell Square. The programme features a broad sweep of topical talks and workshops; from essential updates on developing law to a session discussing the legal issues around cryptocurrency assets and AI.
Sessions delivered by our members will aim to focus on emerging trends and future developments in the commercial field which it is hoped will be of relevance to litigators and non-litigators alike. Workshops will facilitate detailed interactive discussion of specific areas of interest with the aim of sharing knowledge and experience. Our “5 minute pitch” session returns by popular demand, as well as a new addition to our Commercial Conference programme; the QC showcase session entitled “Would I lie to you?” A panel of Wilberforce silks will present some weird and wonderful cases, but which ones are made up? You, the audience, will cast your votes!
The conference will be followed by a drinks reception at 5.20pm.
Please note that guests need to register their place at the conference in advance and will need to browse the programme to decide on their choice of workshop before purchasing their ticket.
To RSVP or if you have any questions, please contact seminars@wilberforce.co.uk.
We hope to see you there!
Registration fee for attendance in-person: £195 + VAT
Registration fee for attendance online: £50 + VAT
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