VAD pre-event: The LCIA and the Next Generation of International Disputes

Ahead of Vilnius Arbitration Day 2026, join us for a special evening dedicated to the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) and the evolving role of London arbitration in international disputes.

Date: Wednesday, 23 September 2026
Time: 18:00
Venue: Hotel PACAI

The discussion will bring together leading figures from the international arbitration community to consider what users and counsel expect from arbitration in the future, how LCIA is evolving, and why London continues to play a central role in resolving complex cross-border disputes.

The conversation will look at efficiency and costs, tribunal selection and procedure, technology and AI, geopolitical and sanctions-related challenges, as well as the continuing relevance of London and the LCIA for parties and practitioners from the Baltics, Nordics, CEE and beyond.

The event will be followed by informal networking.

Speakers:

• Professor Maxi Scherer – President of the LCIA Court; Professor of Law at Queen Mary University of London; Partner at ArbBoutique.
• Paula Hodges KC – Immediate past President of LCIA Court, Hon. Vice-President of the LCIA Court, Member of the LCIA Board; Independent Arbitrator.
• Artem Doudko – LCIA Court Member until 2026; Partner at Osborne Clarke.
• Agis Georgiades – LCIA Court Member until 2025; Partner at CGA.
• Ramūnas Audzevičius – LCIA Court Member; Partner at MOTIEKA.

Moderator:

 Dr. Rimantas Daujotas – Partner at MOTIEKA.

The event is aimed at arbitration practitioners, in-house counsel, arbitrators, academics and members of the international business community interested in international dispute resolution.

Places are limited and advance registration is required.

Register here.