RPC at London International Disputes Week 2025

We are delighted to once again be taking part in a number of Member Hosted Events during London International Disputes Week 2025. With its theme of 'Innovation in dispute resolution: navigating global risks', LIDW will provide crucial insights into the business and law of international dispute resolution, and the key trends we can expect to see over the next year and beyond.

We look forward to welcoming members of the international disputes community as we celebrate London's continuing role as a leading centre for international dispute resolution.

Read on for details of the events we will be hosting and taking part in and register your place today.

Wednesday 4 June | Fraud, arbitration and the Indian litigant – battle before and carnage after?

Time: 0900 - 1030 | Venue: RPC | Register

Our panel of esteemed practitioners will explore the impact of fraud allegations in the context of arbitrations involving Indian parties/seated in India.

1. The ‘battle’ at the reference to arbitration stage, where the arbitrability of a dispute is challenged due to an allegation of fraud.
2. Guerilla tactics deployed in arbitrations involving fraud.
3. Carnage after 1 - where the dissatisfied party uses civil fraud as a ground to challenge an arbitral award.
4. Carnage after 2 - Judicial interference with arbitral awards.
5. Are English/foreign court proceedings the answer (assuming there is an English/non-Indian nexus)?

Speakers: Kirtan Prasad (RPC), Kevin Nash (DG LCIA), Rajesh Pillai KC (3VB), Amit Sibal SA (3VB)

Wednesday 4 June | Insights from the East: What London can learn from the latest innovations and trends from China-related disputes

Time: 1100 – 1230 | Venue: RPC | Register

Drawing on their extensive experience acting in arbitrations involving Chinese parties, our panel will share their views on the types of disputes seen in the Greater China region, the sectors from which they are arising and the innovative ways to navigate the possible challenges that can arise. We will also hear the institutional perspective from the HKIAC, which has unparallelled experience in administering disputes between Chinese and non-Chinese parties, and the HKIAC's 2024 Administered Arbitration Rules. The discussion will conclude with refreshments.

Speakers: Yi-Shun Teoh (RPC), Shai Wade (RPC), Judy Fu (3VB), Tim Meng (GoldenGate Lawyers), Christopher Moger KC (4 Pump Court), Kian Sanghera (HKIAC)

Wednesday 4 June | The settlement game: Unpacking how lawyers misinterpret the mathematics of disputes

Time: 1100 – 1230 | Venue: Evelyn Partners | Register

This session will look at the following themes:

• Settlement analysis: A mathematical perspective – an in-depth discussion on the mathematical principles underpinning settlement and settlement strategies.
• Mathematical missteps in legal reasoning – an exploration of common mathematical misconceptions and fallacies that legal professionals encounter and the potential impact on case outcomes.

Speakers: Chris Whitehouse (RPC), Dan Wyatt (RPC), Nicholas Good (Evelyn Partners), Laura MacBean (Evelyn Partners)

Wednesday 4 June | Only fools rush in - should and what can London learn from the SIAC Rules 2025?

Time: 1400 – 1530 | Venue: RPC | Register

The 2025 SIAC Arbitration Rules represent a step-change in global dispute resolution. From emergency relief mechanisms to streamlined case handling and digital integration, they redefine efficiency, transparency, and agility. The new rules are said to be "user-friendly", catering to the resolution of disputes of all levels of complexity and stakes.

Are there any lessons for London to learn here? Or is the status quo just fine for us?

Join us for a lively debate, with a chance to see our panellists attempt to persuade you that their adopted position should be first on the list for adoption. Ultimately, you will decide by way of public vote.

Wednesday 4 June | Sports financial regulations – what does the future hold for disputes?

Followed by drinks and networking

Time: 1600 – 1900 | Venue: RPC | Register

As changes in sport regulation are being swiftly implemented, what will be the impact for football, rugby and other high-profile sports?

Join the discussion on some of the market's leading cases involving sports financial regulations; from salary caps to profit and sustainability rules, the panel will cover recent developments and take a look at the future for disputes in this area in the light of significant changes across football, rugby and beyond.

Speakers: Josh Charalambous (RPC), Jonathan Brown (Ankura), Felix Vetter (Ankura)

Wednesday 4 June | The Crypto Fraud and Asset Recovery 'CFAAR' network's third Barrister Bash

Followed by drinks and networking

Time: 1600 – 1900 | Venue: RPC | Register

Five leading crypto barristers will engage in a fierce, no-holds-barred debate to convince the audience which of the past year’s major crypto cases holds the most significance. Each barrister will champion their chosen case while being allowed — and encouraged — to challenge and undermine their opponents' arguments. This will be the third instalment of the popular format.

Speakers: Chris Whitehouse (RPC), Dan Wyatt (RPC), Nick Price (Osborne Clarke)

Thursday 5 June | Class actions: A settled view? What can the US, UK and The Netherlands, jurisdictions at the forefront of class actions, learn from each other on settlement?

Time: 0900 - 1030 | Venue: RPC | Register

As the number of class actions continues to rise globally, this panel will examine the settlement process for group actions in three different jurisdictions – the US, Netherlands and the UK - and what lessons can be learned from experiences under those systems. Topics to be covered will include:

• Settlement procedure
• Take-up rates
• Consumer awareness / interest
• Cross-border issues – e.g. extra-territorial scope of Dutch WCAM orders
• The role of litigation funders in settlement discussions

Speakers: Chris Ross (RPC), Nathan Denning (Wiggin & Dana), Christopher Jeloschek (KVDL), Helen Ralston-Smith (Oxera)

Thursday 5 June | Hot topics in the world of banking disputes

Time: 1100 – 1230 | Venue: RPC | Register

A whistle-stop tour of the issues likely to populate the banking disputes landscape of the next year. At a time of huge geopolitical change and attendant instability, our panel will explore:

• The impact of sanctions
• Cryptocurrency
• Anti-suit injunctions
• De-banking
• Class actions in the financial services sector

Speakers: Simon Hart (RPC), Charlotte Henschen (RPC), Derrick Dale KC (Fountain Court), Claire Sibson KC (Fountain Court)

Thursday 5 June | AI in action: How LLMs are revolutionising dispute resolution

Time: 1100 – 1230 | Venue: RPC | Register

Discover how AI is revolutionizing dispute resolution by enhancing efficiency and accuracy, while maintaining the crucial role of human expertise.

Join us for an insightful session on " How LLMs are revolutionising dispute resolution" where industry leaders demonstrate the transformative power of AI in legal and arbitration work. Learn how AI can handle massive volumes of data, improve case management, and assist experts in making informed decisions, all while ensuring transparency and maintaining the integrity of human analysis. This session is a must-attend for professionals looking to leverage AI to enhance their dispute resolution strategies.

Speakers: Chris Whitehouse (RPC), David Blayney KC (Serle Court), Darren Mullins (HKA), Bianca Vasilache (A&O Shearman)

Thursday 5 June | Fraud reloaded. What can The Matrix tell us about AI agents?

Time: 1400 – 1530 | Venue: RPC | Register

Our esteemed panel will explore:

1. Overview of recent AI developments – a summary of the latest advancements in AI, including innovations like DeepSeek.
2. AI Agency and its practical applications – an exploration of autonomous AI agents, their decision-making capabilities, and real-world use cases.
3. Disputes arising from AI Agents – an analysis of the disputes that may arise from agentic AI systems.
4. AI Agents used for fraud – an analysis of how fraudsters might seek to utilise AI agents.

Speakers: Chris Whitehouse (RPC), Dan Wyatt (RPC), Tim Akkouh KC (Essex Court), Rob Capper (Ankura)

Thursday 5 June | The LIDW debate: Have arbitral institutions outlived their utility?

Time: 1600 – 1730 | Venue: Trowers and Hamlins | Register

This dynamic debate will bring together top legal minds to discuss the current and future role of arbitral institutions. Key arguments will include:

1. Are arbitral institutions still essential in resolving disputes?
2. Do they offer the speed and cost-effectiveness needed today?
3. How are they adapting to modern challenges and technologies?
4. What other mechanisms are emerging as viable options?
5. Are they – and the arbitration community – taking themselves altogether too seriously?

The session will conclude with a vote on the winning side, followed by drinks and nibbles. 

We are excited to welcome delegates to this thought-provoking session, promising insightful discussions and networking opportunities with industry leaders.

Speakers: Shai Wade (RPC), Hendrik Puschmann (Trowers & Hamlins)