2025 Lex Mundi Litigation Arbitration and Dispute Resolution European Regional Practice Group Meeting
Berlin
26-27 June 2025
The Lex Mundi Litigation Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Practice Group will convene in Berlin for its annual regional meeting on 26-27 June 2025.
The 1.5 day program will take place at the offices of host firm, Noerr, Lex Mundi member firm for Germany.
Lex Mundi member firm registration is 450 USD and includes all meals, social events, and programming.
Program Highlights
During the meeting, participants will have the opportunity to discuss the current trends in litigation and arbitration law as well as share jurisdictional updates and cross-border dispute developments.
Agenda topics include:
- Enforcement of Arbitral Awards
- AI in Dispute Resolution
- Practice Group & Lex Mundi Update, Business Development Discussion
- Client collaboration examples
- Hot Topics and Regional Updates from Multiple Continents
Experience Berlin
Lex Mundi and host firm Noerr have organized several networking opportunities that will showcase the city's unique culture.
Thursday, June 26
The meeting kicks off late afternoon on Thursday with two tour options. Lex Mundi members and guests may select one option at registration.
- Guided walking tour highlighting Berlin's famous landmarks including the remnants of the Berlin Wall. The two hour tour will walk through the government district where participants will uncover the history of the divided city. Dress is casual.
- Visit and tour the Bundeskanzleramt, The Federal Chancellery of Germany. Tour this government building where Federal Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, conducts business as head of the German government. This 90-minute tour is limited to 30 participants with registration for it closing on June 11. Please register early to secure your spot. Dress is smart casual (no shorts or sandals).
Following the tours, Lex Mundi members and guests will meet for dinner at the historic Borchardt Restaurant (first opened in 1853) featuring traditional German cuisine with a modern French twist.
Friday, June 27
A full day of programs at Noerr concludes with a cocktail reception at the firm. The evening ends with a luxurious dinner at Restaurant Austernbank, a fine dining establishment located in what once was a former bank vault.
Don't miss out on these exciting events and register today!
Hotel Information
Lex Mundi suggests making reservations at the following hotels located near the firm. Make your hotel reservations early for the best rates. Rates and availability are guaranteed through 15 May 2025.
- Classic King rooms start at €330 per night for single occupancy and €360 for double occupancy
Breakfast is included - Book via telephone or email with code: “Lex Mundi LADR 2025”
Tel.+49 30 460 6091430
[email protected]
- Grand King rooms start at €235 per night for single occupancy and €265 for double occupancy
Breakfast is included - Book via telephone using the code “Lex Mundi LADR 2025”
Tel.+49 6131 796 4940
or online using the code G-NOER.
For questions about this meeting, please contact Lauren Smith or Amy Tran.
Agenda
Thursday 26th June 2025
Tour of the Bundeskanzleramt, The Federal Chancellery of Germany
4:15 PM – 6:30 PM
City Highlights Walking Tour
4:45 PM – 6:00 PM
Welcome Drinks & Dinner at Borchardt
7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Friday 27th June 2025
Coffee & Light Breakfast at Noerr
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Welcome & Self-Introductions
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Session I: Enforcement of Arbitral Awards
Meike von Levetzow, Noerr (member firm for Germany)
Cynthia Haffey, Butzel (member firm for USA, Michigan)
Holger Bielesz, CERHA HEMPEL Rechtsanwälte GmbH (member firm for Austria)
Justin Harvey-Hills, Mourant (member firm for Jersey)
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Coffee Break
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Session II: AI in Dispute Resolution
Paula Airas, Roschier (member firm for Finland)
Andreas Hackbarth, Noerr (member firm for Germany)
Josephine Zerna, Noerr (member firm for Germany)
Jeremy Heep, Troutman Pepper Locke LLP (member firm for USA, Pennsylvania)
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Lunch
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Session III: Practice Group & Lex Mundi Update, Business Development Discussion and Client Collaboration Examples
Silvia Dahlberg, Advokatfirman Vinge
Jakub Barański, Wardyński & Partners (member firm for Poland)
Lauren Smith, Lex Mundi
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Coffee Break
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Session IV: Hot Topics and Regional Updates including Commercial Courts and the US Administration
Oliver Sieg, Noerr (member firm for Germany)
Xian Fong Foo, Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP (member firm for Singapore)
Astrid Westphalen, Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P.I. (member firm for France)
Wade Thomson, Jenner & Block LLP (member firm for USA, Illinois)
David Heems, Houthoff (member firm for the Netherlands)
3:30 PM – 4:45 PM
Closing Remarks
4:45 PM – 5:00 PM
Cocktail Reception at Noerr
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Closing Dinner at Austernbank
7:30 PM – 11:00 PM