The SCL Tech Disputes Masterclass returns for 2026 with another insightful and interactive afternoon designed for legal professionals, in-house counsel, and tech consultants navigating the evolving world of IT and technology-related disputes.
Hosted by the fantastic FTI Consulting, this half-day masterclass will offer a blend of expert-led sessions, practical takeaways, and collaborative discussions exploring key issues at the intersection of law and technology. With a mix of presentations and breakout formats, attendees can expect to explore fresh perspectives, exchange ideas, and consider how emerging developments are reshaping dispute resolution in the tech space
Whether you’re advising clients or handling disputes in-house, this is a valuable opportunity to sharpen your thinking and connect with peers facing similar challenges.
Confirmed speakers (with more to follow);
Ben Pilling KC, Barrister, 4 Pump Court
Jenny Gibbs, Associate, Womble Bond Dickinson
Laura Wright, Barrister, 4 Pump Court
Rebecca Keating, Barrister, 4 Pump Court
Andrew Woolsey, Associate at Cooke, Young & Keidan LLP
Lee Gluyas, Partner, CMS
Stephanie Woods, Commercial Disputes Lawyer, Senior Associate, CMS
Veronika Pavlovskaya, Counsel, London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA)
Agenda:
Case Update
1. Cyber and operational resilience
- How can organisations integrate cyber resilience into their broader operational resilience strategy to ensure continuity during both digital and physical disruptions?
- Who do you need to speak to in the event of an incident?
- How do you get members of your organisation on board with cyber resilience?
2. Should a court or tribunal ever use generative AI to help it to reach a decision, and if so, how?
3. Quantum session
4. How to streamline tech disputes under the LCIA rules
The LCIA Rules provide various tools to streamline the resolution of technology disputes, and we will explore two of them: expedited formation of the tribunal and the emergency arbitrator procedure. We will discuss applicable standards, recent statistics, and practical tips for effective use of these tools in tech-related cases.
The plan is for all attendees to take part in all breakout sessions throughout the afternoon.
- IT Lawyers (private practice and in-house)
- IT Law academics and students
- Tech sector professionals & managers needing insight into IT disputes
- Anyone interested in IT dispute resolution
This event is hosted and sponsored by FTI Consulting and organised by the SCL IT Disputes Group.
Fees: £200 + VAT (£240) for SCL members. £400 + VAT (£480) for non-members
Booking: To secure your place, please book online using the link above or send an email to hello@scl.org with details of who is attending this event and also the address details for the invoice.
Membership: Sign up for SCL membership here to receive the discounted booking fee. Review your current membership details here.
Booking T&C’s: Please refer to SCL’s full event terms and conditions here.
Venue address:
FTI Consulting
200 Aldersgate
London
EC1A 4HD
United Kingdom
Registration and attendee arrival:
Registration for this event begins at 1:00 pm. We kindly ask that you arrive on time to ensure a prompt start.
Recording:
Please note that due to the practical nature of this event, it will not be recorded.
Joining details:
For in-person events, you will receive joining details within 24 hours of the event. For online events, we will send the Zoom link on the morning of the event.
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