List of Events
(Further events are continuously added to this list of events. No more event slots available on 8, 9, 10 September 2025)
from 8 to 11 September 2025!
8 September 2025
8.00 - 9.30 am
Efficiency in Economic Damages Cases
Organiser: E.CA Economics
Venue: E.CA Economics Office, Schlossplatz 1, 10178 Berlin
The event will begin with a short tour through the former headquarters of Erich Honecker and the GDR. Following the tour, our experts will lead a focused discussion on how rigorous economic analysis can drive efficiency and precision in damages assessments. A light breakfast will be served during the seminar.
8.30 - 9.45 am
Anti-suit Injunctions under the Russian Lugovoy Law in Global Context – Recognition, Enforcement and Counter Measures
Organiser: KDB.Legal and ADL Disputes with support from WilmerHale
Venue: WilmerHale Berlin, Friedrichstraße 95, 22nd Floor
Registration
10.00 - 11.30 am
Hengeler Mueller Arbitration Talks: Setting aside of arbitral awards – lessons to be learned across jurisdictions
Organiser: Hengeler Mueller International Arbitration Team
Venue: Hengeler Mueller Office, Behrenstraße 42, 10117 Berlin
Brunch and talk session with keynotes by Prof. Franco Ferrari (NYU) and Prof. Wolfgang Kirchhoff (former presiding Judge Bundesgerichtshof)
Registration until 31 August 2025
10.00 am - 12.00 pm
Trade Wars and their implication for the Rule of Law
Organiser: Fieldfisher and Control Risks
Venue: Fieldfisher Berlin office, located at Washingtonplatz 3, Berlin 10557.
10:00 am to 12:00 noon followed by light lunch. Further information will follow.
10.30 am - 1.30 pm
India and Germany: Navigating Commercial Disputes in a Global Economy
Organiser: MCIA and India Embassy, Berlin
Venue: Indian Embassy, Berlin, Embassy of India, Tiergartenstrasse 17, 10785 Berlin
Diplomacy Meets Delicacy – An Indo-German Exchange Join us for some hot topics, steaming discussions, and sumptuous Indian brunch. For further information, please refer to the invitation.
11.00 am - 1.00 pm
Winds of Change: Construction disputes and ancillary sustainability considerations from a practitioner and in-house perspective
Organiser: DAA/DIS/NAI Arbitration Group
Venue: Gleiss Lutz offices, Washingtonplatz 3, 10557 Berlin
Davine Roessingh, Dr. Philipp Jäger and Carlo Ottaviano will explore together with James M. Turner KC and Jonas Hinrichsen the latest developments in construction dispute resolution and ESG strategies. Following the panel discussion, we are delighted to welcome you for a networking lunch. For further information, please refer to the flyer or visit the event website.
11.00 am - 1.00 pm
DIS-Construction Group: Methods of Delay Analysis and Legal Requirements for Substantiation
Organiser: DIS Construction Group
Venue: Redeker Sellner Dahs, Leipziger Platz 3, 10117 BerlinBerlin
For further information, please refer to the invitation or visit the event website.
12.00 - 2.00 pm
Polish-German Business Outlook: Opportunities, Partnerships, and Dispute Resolution
Organisers: German-Polish Arbitration Group – a joint initiative of DIS, SA Lewiatan, and SA KIG
Venue: Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Berlin, Unter den Linden 70–72, 10117 Berlin
Join us for a moderated debate focused on sharing experiences and fostering dialogue between Polish companies operating in Germany and German businesses active in Poland. At the end of the conference there will there be a chance for a more informal exchange amongst the speakers and participants over a lunch break. Further information to follow.
Registration by Thursday, 4 September 2025
12.30 - 4.30 pm
Humboldt Dispute Resolution Conference 2025 - The Rule of Law and International Arbitration
Organiser: Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Humboldt International Dispute Resolution Association e.V.
Venue: Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Law Faculty, Unter den Linden 9, 10117 Berlin
An international conference covering topics at the vanguard of ADR and arbitration, which will be delivered by alumni of the International Dispute Resolution (IDR) LL.M. Program. For further information please visit the event website.
1.00 - 3.00 pm
DIS Energy Group event
Organiser: DIS Energy Group
Venue: Berlin
Further information will follow.
1.00 - 3.00 pm
GvW Arbitration Networking Lunch
Organiser: GvW Graf von Westphalen
Venue: GvW Graf von Westphalen, Potsdamer Platz 8, 10117 Berlin
Join us for a networking session over a buffet lunch, featuring a brief keynote on a controversial and highly practical arbitration issue: Opting out of German AGB Law in Arbitration Clauses.
1.00 - 5.30 pm
VIAC 50 Goes Berlin Dispute Resolution Days
Organiser: VIAC, Advantage Austria, Arb|Aut
Venue: Austrian Embassy Berlin (Stauffenbergstraße 1, 10785 Berlin)
Join us for two expert panels exploring the implications and challenges that W&I insurance and expert determination clauses can present for parties and arbitral tribunals — and how best to navigate them. Further details can be found in the event flyer.
3.00 - 5.00 pm
Resolving Technology Disputes – Speed Over Substance?
Organiser: DIS Technology Group
Venue: Freshfields, Potsdamer Platz 1, 10785 Berlin
Panel discussion shedding light on procedural aspects of resolving disputes in the technology sector featuring Judith Knieper, Alexander Grimm and Heiko Haller.
Registration via veranstaltungen@baumann-disputes.de
3.00 - 5.00 pm
From Courtrooms to Conference Rooms: The Arbitration Advantage in Franchise Disputes
Organiser: DIS Franchise Group
Venue: Regus (third floor), Kurfürstendamm 195, 10707 Berlin
Registrations via Judith.Desort@twobirds.com
3.15 - 5.15 pm
Mastering the art of dispute resolution in uncertain times in the Era of AI
Organiser: Frontier Economics
Venue: Berlin Marriott Hotel, Inge-Beisheim-Platz 1, 10785 Berlin
For further information, please visit the event website. Spaces are limited, so we encourage you to RSVP promptly to secure your place at this special event.
3.30 - 5.30 pm
‘Ordre public’ and ‘Révision au fond’ – comparison between judicial practice in Germany and France
Organiser: AFA/DIS Arbitration Group
Venue: CMS Hasche Sigle, Lennéstraße 7, 10785 Berlin
Registration to the event is necessary via event@gantenberg.legal.
3.30 - 5.00 pm
Putting the International in International Arbitration
Organiser: Squire Patton Boggs | Wagner Arbitration | Courtney Lotfi
Venue: Squire Ptton Boggs' Berlin Office, Unter den Linden 14
A panel exploring the importance of international, multicultural and multi-jurisdictional teams in arbitration, and bringing together perspectives from private practice, arbitral institutions and businesses. Followed by a reception to celebrate the publication of "International Arbitration in Practice."
4.00 - 6.00 pm
DIALOGUES BODENHEIMER x Poul Schmith
Organisers: BODENHEIMER and Poul Schmith Kammeradvokaten
Venue: The Ritz Carlton, Potsdamer Platz 3, 10785 Berlin
A fast-paced and interactive session for today’s disputes community: 6 meta-topics in 60 minutes with speakers under the pressure of a chess clock. Expect debates on AI, hybrid work, client expectations, and the future role of arbitrators. The audience takes part through real-time polls, Q&A, and lively interactive elements, before guiding a closing fireside exchange.
5.15 - 6.30 pm
Today’s challenges for in-house counsel in Finland & Germany
Organiser: DISFAI Arbitration Group
Venue: White & Case Berlin, John F. Kennedy-Haus, Rahel-Hirsch-Str. 10, 10557 Berlin
For further information, please refer to the programme.
7.00 pm
Gala Dinner
Organiser: German Arbitration Institute (DIS)
Venue: Berlin Marriott Hotel, Inge-Beisheim-Platz 1, 10785 Berlin
For further information, please visit the event website.
9 September 2025
7.45 - 8.30 am
ICC YAAF: Absent But Not Forgotten: Managing Defaulting Parties in Arbitration
Organiser: ICC YAAF
Venue: Raue LLP, Potsdamer Platz 1, 10785 Berlin
7.30 - 8.30 am
ASEAA General Meeting with Breakfast and Networking
Organisers: Asian European Arbitration Centre (ASEAC), Asian European Arbitration Association (ASEAA)
Venue: Freshfields, Potsdamer Platz 1, 10785 Berlin
ASEAA General Meeting for members, non-members, and anyone interested in international arbitration with a focus on Asia – for a relaxed exchange and networking over breakfast and coffee.
Registration via email at Dilara.sediqi@luther-lawfirm.com. This is a hybrid event, please kindly indicate whether you will participate in person or online. For online participants, a participation link will be sent following confirmation of your registration.
9.00 am - 5.00 pm
DIS Autumn Conference 2025
Organiser: German Arbitration Institute (DIS)
Venue: Berlin Marriott Hotel, Inge-Beisheim-Platz 1, 10785 Berlin
For further information, please refer to the programme or visit the event website.
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5.30 pm
In Vino Veritas – the disputes after work get together
Organiser: FTI Consulting
Venue: Soho House, Torstr. 1, 10119 Berlin
Join us at the iconic Soho House for our traditional “In Vino Veritas - The Disputes Networking event”. We invite you to experience the stunning sunset over Berlin’s skyline while enjoying fine drinks, delicious food, and vibrant, inspiring conversations with members of the national and international arbitration community. The deadline for registration is 1 September 2025.
5.30 - 8.00 pm
Meet your Swiss Arbitrator
Organiser: Swiss Arbitration Ambassadors
Venue: Panorama Punkt, Potsdamer Platz 1, Panoramacafe BII., 10785 Berlin
Jan Ahrens (Siemens), Michael Feit (Walder Wyss), Eliane Fischer (rothorn legal) and Wolfgang Junge (MSC) will discuss current perceptions of document production as well as related concerns of arbitration users and will submit to debate the practical recommendations offered in a new whitepaper on document production of the ASA User Council.
Registration via veranstaltungen@aoshearman.com
6.00 pm
Burford Cocktail Reception
Organiser: Burford Capital
Venue: Berlin
For further information, please visit the event website.
6.00 - 8.00 pm
SIAC Rules 2025: A Game Changer for Singapore as an Arbitration Hub
Organisers: YSIAC/SIAC
Venue: Linklaters LLP, Potsdamer Platz 5. 10785 Berlin
Further information will follow.
6.00 - 8.00 pm
Africa meets Berlin
Organiser: Advokat Alexander Foerster, Stockholm
Venue: White Label Project Concept Store & Art Gallery, Kleine Hamburger Str. 15, 10117 Berlin
Discussing international arbitration and art over drinks, networking, and an art auction benefitting African Vis Moot teams.
7.00 pm
DIS40 Get Together
Organiser: DIS40
Venue: Grand Central Rooftop, Hotel Amano Grand Central, Heidestraße 62, 10557 Berlin
For further information, please visit the event website.
8.00 pm
Better Than Ever. First Class.
Organiser: PwC Legal AG
Venue: Pan Am Lounge, Budapester Str. 43, 10787 Berlin
Connecting the world of litigation and arbitration with drinks and bites in the legendary Pan Am Lounge. Further information will follow.
Registrations via: de_pwc_event@pwc.com
8.30 - 10.30 pm
IIAC/DIJV Dialogue: Navigating Arbitrations in Indo-German Business Relations
Organiser: India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) / Deutsch-Indische Juristenvereinigung e.V. (DIJV)
Venue: University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) – Campus Berlin, Dessauer Str. 3–5, 10963 Berlin
This dialogue on recent developments and challenges in arbitration within Indo-German business relations will feature insights from Hemant Gupta (former Judge Indian Supreme Court), Dr. Ajar Rab, Dr. Daniel Sharma, and Dr. Franz Kaps, offering perspectives from both jurisdictions and practice. For further information, please refer to the programme.
Registrations via: franz.kaps@bakermckenzie.com
10 September 2025
8.00 - 10.00 am
“Berliner” Breakfast with a View, followed by a panel discussion on “Settlement in Arbitration: Dos and Don’ts”
Organiser: lindenpartners and Norburg & Scherp
Venue: lindenpartners, Friedrichstr. 95, 10117 Berlin
Enjoy a sweet & panoramic “Berliner” breakfast, followed by a panel discussion on settlement in arbitration. The panel features Dr. Philipp Wagner, Jake Lowther, Anina Liebkind, Dr. Michael Feit and Daniel Rezania (Moderator) – as well as a sneak peek of an upcoming SCC report. For further information, please refer to the flyer.
The event is currently fully booked. If you’re interested in attending, please join the waiting list by contacting us at events@lindenpartners.eu
8.30 - 10.00 am
Omni Bridgeway Breakfast Discussion: ‘How to make your settlement a win – understanding the underlying economics (and psychology) of disputes’
Organiser: Omni Bridgeway
Venue: Brasserie am Gendarmenmarkt, Taubenstraße 30, 10117 Berlin
08:30 Coffee and registration (including light breakfast), 09:00 Seminar “How to make your settlement a win: understanding the underlying economics (and psychology) – of disputes”, 10:00 End of seminar | coffee, pastries, networking
Registrations via: events@omnibridgeway.com
9.00 am - 5.00 pm
DIS40 Autumn Conference 2025
Organiser: DIS40
Venue: Quadriga Forum, Werderscher Markt 15, 10117 Berlin
For further information, please refer to the programme or visit the event website.
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9.00 am - 1.00 pm
A comparative look at the arbitral practice in Spain, Germany and Iberoamerica - Part 3
Organiser: DIS/CEIA/CIAR/CIAM Arbitration Group
Venue: Noerr Partnerschaftsgesellschaft mbB, Charlottenstraße 57, 10117 Berlin
For further information and registration, please refer to the programme. Participation is free of charge.
Registrations via: administracion@clubarbitraje.com
10.00 am - 1.00 pm
A New Forum for International Dispute Resolution – Germany’s Commercial Courts and Chambers
Organiser: A joint event by the German Commercial Courts and Commercial Chambers
Venue: Bundesrat, Leipziger Straße 3-4, 10117 Berlin
For further information, please refer to the programme.
10.30 am - 1.00 pm
Challenges and strategies in globalized disputes
Organiser: Advant Beiten
Venue: ADVANT Beiten, Lützowplatz 10, 10785 Berlin
Further information will follow.
11.30 am - 3.00 pm
Cross-Border Enforcement of Awards and Judgments: Jurisdictional Pitfalls and Advantages
Organiser: Gibson Dunn
Venue: Borchardt, 2nd floor, Französische Straße 47, Berlin
Midday talk and lunch session with keynote by Martin Wolfbauer, followed by a panel discussion with international practitioners on strategic approaches to cross-border enforcement. The event will address legal and practical challenges across jurisdictions, highlight enforcement risks, and explore comparative advantages when navigating complex procedural landscapes.
Registrations via: BerlinDisputeResolutionDays@gibsondunn.com
12.00 - 2.00 pm
Navigating Expert Evidence in Construction Disputes
Organiser: Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, ArbitralWomen and Young ArbitralWomen Practitioners
Venue: Waldorf Astoria Hotel Berlin, Hardenbergstrasse 28, 10623 Berlin
The event is free of charge and is open to all. It will include a light buffet lunch. For further information, please refer to the flyer.
1.00 - 3.30 pm
Current Geopolitical Developments in the US and LatAm and the Role of International Dispute Resolution
Organiser: Hogan Lovells International LLP
Venue: Hogan Lovells, Burgstraße 27, 10178 Berlin
Panelists include Senator Norman B. Coleman, Jr., Prof. Rolf J. Langhammer , Elizabeth Hincapié Hincapié, and Pablo Strada, as well as Daniel E. González and Karl Pörnbacher. Moderator Thomas N. Pieper. After the panel discussion, we invite you to a get-together with light snacks on the rooftop terrace overlooking the city (weather permitting). Participation is free of charge. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
2.30 - 4.30 pm
Claims for Extension of Time and Costs in Construction Projects under German Law – What are the Options in Adjudication, Arbitration or State Courts?
Organiser: Leinemann Partner Rechtsanwälte, FTI Consulting
Venue: Leinemann Partner Rechtsanwälte, Friedrichstraße 185-190, 10117 Berlin
The event will held in German language.
4.00 - 11.00 pm
Rechtspolitischer Vorabend (in German; for in-house counsel only)
Organiser: Bundesverband der Unternehmensjuristinnen und Unternehmensjuristen
Venue: BOLLE Festsäle
Participation is free of charge for members of the Bundesverband der Unternehmensjuristinnen und Unternehmensjuristen.
For further information, please visit the event website.
5.00 - 7.00 pm
Avoiding and Resolving Disputes in Scandinavian Construction Projects: Best Practices and Future Directions
Organiser: Diales
Venue: Bredouille Bar, S-Bahnbogen 199, Georgenstraße, 10117 Berlin
Providing insightful and practical perspectives, for anyone involved in international construction projects – whether in a legal, economic or planning capacity - and for those seeking new ways to deal with conflicts constructively.
5.30 pm
Conversations Above Berlin: A Cocktail Reception with WilmerHale
Organiser: WilmerHale
Venue: WilmerHale, Friedrichstr. 95, 10117 Berlin
6.00 - 8.00 pm
DIS/DIS40 Mentoring Programme: Bridging Perspectives - Enhancing Collaboration Between In-House Legal and External Counsel
Organiser: DIS/DIS40 with support from CMS
Venue: CMS, Lennéstraße 7, 10785 Berlin
DIS/DIS40 holds its annual kick-off event of its Mentoring Programme welcoming the new mentees, bringing together the alumni community and inviting all interested participants to join the evening. For further information, please visit the event website.
6.30 pm
Syria – the Role of Arbitration in Reconstruction
Organiser: AMERELLER
Venue: AMERELLER, Kurfürstenhöfe, Spreeufer 5, 10178 Berlin
Join us for a panel discussion with leading experts on the role arbitration can play in Syria’s reconstruction, followed by drinks and Middle Eastern mezze. For more details, please see the programme.
Registrations via: behm@amereller.com
7.00 pm
Disputes on Ice with DIALES
Organiser: Diales
Venue: Bredouille Bar, S-Bahnbogen 199, Georgenstraße, 10117 Berlin
Join Diales for a relaxed evening of conversation and unwind with refreshments in a welcoming atmosphere.
9.00 pm
Good times with BODENHEIMER
Organiser: BODENHEIMER
Venue: Bar Raval, Lübbener Str. 1, 10997 Berlin
Enjoy fine tapas and drinks in the heart of Kreuzberg!
11 September 2025
10.00 am
Is ISDS dead? Lessons learned from the Brazilian and German experiences on the protection of Foreign Investment
Organiser: Brazilian Arbitration Practitioners in Germany
Venue: WAGNER Arbitration, Hegelplatz 1, 10117 Berlin
Further information will follow.
Registrations via: ciao@wagner-arbitration.com
11/12 September 2025
8.30 am - 5.00 pm (11th)
8.30 am - 2.30 pm (12th)
Unternehmensjuristenkongress 2025 (in German; for in-house counsel only)
Organiser: Bundesverband der Unternehmensjuristinnen und Unternehmensjuristen
Venue: BOLLE Festsäle
Participation is free of charge for members of the Bundesverband der Unternehmensjuristinnen und Unternehmensjuristen.
For further information, please visit the event website.