Publications
Highlights from the 11th World Women Lawyers’ Conference
June saw the 11th World Women Lawyers’ Conference take place in Lisbon, Portugal. It brought together over 150 lawyers from across the globe, with a breadth of practice areas and sectors. We were treated to two days of lively discussions, engaging speakers and wonderful hospitality, organised by the host committee comprising several Portuguese law firms.
Released on Oct 09, 2026
Why the EU’s simplification of digital rules turned out to be not so simple
For the past two and a half years – since the European Commission took office on 1 December 2024 – its digital policy has been increasingly inspired by two principles: simplification and enhancing European competitiveness. This article analyses how and why the first principle has been so difficult to achieve and how this has effected European businesses.
Released on Oct 09, 2026
Join us in Paris for the 9th Annual IBA European Startup Conference
Are you passionate about startups, venture capital and the future of innovation in Europe? Then save the date: the 9th Annual International Bar Association (IBA) European Startup Conference is coming to Paris on 13 November 2026, at the beautiful Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel Hotel. Presented by the IBA European Regional Forum, with the support of the IBA Closely Held Companies Committee and the IBA Corporate Counsel Forum, this is the must-attend event for lawyers, investors, founders and anyone working in the startup world.
Released on Oct 09, 2026
ERF Next Gen Law Working Party: relaunching a community for the future of law
As the legal profession continues to evolve at pace, the IBA European Regional Forum is placing renewed focus on the next generation of lawyers and the future of legal practice through the relaunch of the Next Gen Law Working Party.
Released on Oct 09, 2026