We are pleased to confirm our participation in London International Disputes Week (LIDW) 2026 as a Member Host, reflecting our continued commitment to the international disputes community.

LIDW is a leading global forum bringing together lawyers, businesses, policymakers and dispute resolution specialists. Taking place from 1-5 June, the week explores the future of international dispute resolution, looking at developments across litigation, arbitration and mediation.

LIDW provides an important platform for Edwin Coe as a London firm with international reach. With London recognised as a global hub for the resolution of international disputes, the programme offers a valuable opportunity to share our expertise and further strengthen our international network.

On 3 and 4 June, we will host two panel sessions at our Lincoln’s Inn offices, delivered in collaboration with leading barristers’ chambers.

Panel 1: Securing the Award – The Power of Interim Remedies in Global Litigation and Arbitration

Date: Wednesday 3 June 2026
Time: 14:00–15:30, followed by networking from 15:00–15:30
Location: Edwin Coe, 2 Stone Buildings, Lincoln’s Inn
Hosts: Edwin Coe, Kings Chambers

An interactive panel discussion where consideration will be given to the range of interim protective measures available in the courts of England and Wales in domestic legal proceedings and in support of international litigation and arbitration, including under the Civil Jurisdiction and Judgements Act 1982 and Arbitration Act 1996.

Speakers

Mark Harper KC, Barrister, Kings Chambers
Andrew Graham KC, Barrister, Kings Chambers
Sam Karim KC, Barrister, Kings Chambers
Lisa Walmsley, Barrister, Kings Chambers
Shams Rahman, Partner and Head of Contentious Trusts and Estates, Edwin Coe
Alex Shirtcliff, Partner and Head of Commercial Disputes, Edwin Coe

Panel 2: Arbitration and Inter‑Generational Disputes – The Reality and How It Works in Practice

Date: Thursday 4 June 2026
Time: 11:30–13:00, followed by networking from 12:30–13:00
Location: Edwin Coe, 2 Stone Buildings, Lincoln’s Inn
Hosted by Edwin Coe, 4–5 Gray’s Inn Square

An interactive discussion from senior practitioners, with wide experience across a range of jurisdictions, looking at the evolving issue of how arbitration supports intergenerational disputes. Traditionally, trust arbitrations were not seen as a means of resolving of such disputes. Decisions such as, but not limited to, Grosskopf v Grosskopf [2024] EWHC 291 (ch) and Gabriele Volpi v Delanson Servies Ltd & Matteo, Simone & Isabella Volpi [2025] have started to reset the position in this area of law. The panel looks at the state of the law as of mid-2026 and considers how it might develop. Our panel provides depth and breadth of experience in both trust disputes and arbitration, with speakers from London, Dublin and the British Virgin Islands.

Speakers

Lauren Fullerton, Barrister, 4–5 Gray’s Inn Square
Shams Rahman, Partner and Head of Contentious Trusts and Estates, Edwin Coe
Alex Shirtcliff, Partner and Head of Commercial Disputes, Edwin Coe
Martin Kenney, Head of Firm, MKS Law
Graham Kenny, Solicitor Advocate, Graham Kenny Solicitors

Find out more

To find out more about Edwin Coe’s involvement in London International Disputes Week, please contact our Events Team. To register your interest for our panel events, please visit the LIDW website using the links below:

Panel 1: Securing the Award – The Power of Interim Remedies in Global Litigation and Arbitration: Wednesday 3 June

Panel 2: Arbitration and Inter-Generational Disputes – The Reality and How it Works in Practice: Thursday 4 June

About Edwin Coe

Discreet strength. Clear judgement. Enduring relationships.

Founded in 1913 and based in Lincoln's Inn, Edwin Coe is a leading independent London law firm built on clarity, collaboration and trust. We specialise in dispute resolution, private capital and cross-border matters.

What began as a boutique disputes practice over 100 years ago has evolved into a firm advising private clients, entrepreneurs, family offices, UK and international businesses across the areas of corporate, private client, real estate and litigation. Throughout that evolution, one thing has remained constant – our belief that the best advice combines legal insight with human understanding.

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