ABI and INSOL Europe are pleased to bring you the 2024 ABI International Insolvency and Restructuring Symposium, being held at The Biltmore Mayfair in the prestigious Mayfair district of London. Experience two full days of stellar programming on worldwide insolvency developments, all in one of the most influential cities in the world.
When not in session, be sure to make time to take in this bustling metropolis from the London Eye (londoneye.com), explore the historic streets of Westminster, enjoy top shopping destinations on Oxford Street and New Bond Street (within walking distance from the hotel), experience the city’s endless theatre and art options, and so much more.
We look forward to seeing you this fall in London!
*Schedule subject to change.
Attendee Welcome Reception
Join fellow attendees for heavy hors d'oeuvres and cocktails to kick off the 2024 International European Insolvency Symposium.
Registration Opens
Coffee and Networking
Program Welcome
Keynote Speaker Lord Justice Richard Snowden
Lord Justice Richard Snowden, a prominent U.K. authority on restructuring and insolvency law, especially in relation to cross-border matters, will kick off this year's symposium with an informative keynote address.
America Now!
This panel of seasoned professionals will discuss recent developments and trends in U.S. bankruptcy and restructuring.
Break
Uncovering Hidden Assets: Effective Practices in Bankruptcy Recovery
This panel will discuss how to deploy an effective strategy to uncover and seize hidden assets in a multi-jurisdictional bankruptcy involving a complex corporate structure. The panelists will also discuss other options that may be available to a foreign officeholder and any recent developments that may affect a recovery strategy, and will cover any downside risks of pursuing recognition and ancillary relief.
Luncheon
Retail and Real Estate Sector Discussion
This panel will discuss the state of retail and associated real estate markets across the U.S., U.K. and European markets with industry experts from these jurisdictions. The panelists will consider what is happening now, how is the market changing, and what might happen in the future.
Cross-Class Cramdowns Across Borders
Using illustrative scenarios and case studies, this panel of experts from the U.S., U.K., Singapore, the Netherlands and Spain will discuss the possibilities for binding dissenting classes of stakeholders to restructurings in their respective jurisdictions.
Networking Reception
Registration Opens
Coffee and Networking
Program Welcome
Geopolitical Impacts on the Restructuring Market
Presented by INSOL Europe
Break
Liability Management Is Arriving in Europe
The Next Wave of EU Harmonisation
Presented by INSOL Europe
This panel will discuss the European Commission's proposal for a directive harmonising certain aspects of insolvency law from both the U.S. and U.K. perspective.
Adjourn
| Symposium Rates | ||
| Advance (by 9/30/24) | Regular (after 9/30/24) | |
| Attendees | £850 | £900 |
Cancellation Policy
All fees, except a $75 handling fee, will be refunded if written notice of cancellation is received by October 4, 2024. No refunds will be granted after September 26, but substitutions will be allowed. After October 4, upon written request, a coupon for 20% off the registration fee (not including optional events) will be issued, which can be used (by the canceling registrant only) for any ABI educational program up to one year after this conference, or for this same conference next year.
Anti-Harassment Policy
The American Bankruptcy Institute is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form. Sexual language and imagery are not appropriate for any conference venue, including talks. Conference participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the conference without a refund at the discretion of the conference organizers. Our anti-harassment policy can be found at https://www.abi.org/about-us/bylaws-and-policies
Hotel
Located in prestigious Grosvenor Square, The Biltmore Mayfair offers opulent accommodations and a prime location for exploring the U.K.’s capital. Located in an area where some of the most influential people in British history and culture have lived, the hotel offers sumptuous rooms and suites that have stunning views of London’s iconic skyline.
ABI has arranged a special conference rate of €535 for a king deluxe single-occupancy room, which includes continental breakfast and VAT. To be eligible for the group rate, reservations may be made only once you have registered with ABI. Upon payment of the conference registration fees, you will receive hotel reservation information with your conference confirmation. Make your reservations by October 10, 2024, to reserve the special rate. Rooms are held on a first-come, first-served basis. ABI cannot guarantee any rooms after the specially rated ABI block is filled.
Programme Co-Chairs
Programme Board Members
9.75 hours of CLE credit are pending in states calculating CLE on a 60-minute hour, and 11.70 hours of CLE credit are pending in 50-minute-hour states. Credit hours granted are subject to each state’s CLE credit-approval regulations and might not be approved prior to the program. California MCLE: ABI certifies that this activity has been approved for MCLE credit in the amount of 9.75 hours. NY MCLE: This transitional and nontransitional program has been approved in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board for a maximum of 11.5 credit hours, which can be applied toward the professional practice requirement.
* ABI offers intermediate-level courses, which assume that attendees will have at least some detailed knowledge of insolvency matters (pursuant to the “Statement on Standards for CPE Programs” established by AICPA and NASBA). ABI is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE sponsors. State boards of accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website, www.nasbaregistry.org. For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaints and refunds, please contact the American Bankruptcy Institute at (703) 739-0800.