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LIDW25

The rise of International Commercial Courts: what it means for the Rule of Law, English lawyers, and the standing of English law worldwide

4 June 2025 | 11:00 - 12:30
London International Disputes Week

Speakers

  • Mr Justice Foxton
  • Sir William Blair – Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre
  • Charles Thomson – Baker McKenzie
  • Georgina Peters – South Square
  • Ben Ko – Baker McKenzie
  • Spaces: 130
  • Venue: Baker McKenzie, 280 Bishopsgate, London, EC2M 4AG

What this session will cover

Our expert panel will look at the increasing role of International Commercial Courts in the resolution of international commercial disputes and the opportunities presented for the use and influence of English law, and the opportunities for English lawyers. We will cover the work of SIFoCC – the Standing International Forum of Commercial Courts – which for the past 8 years has been at the forefront of bringing together Commercial Courts from 58 jurisdictions to promote best practice and to further the Rule of Law as regards the resolution of international commercial disputes. Additionally, English practitioners will share their experiences of appearing in overseas Commercial Courts to resolve complex international commercial disputes and the lessons that can be learned.

Member hosts

Baker McKenzie, South Square