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Event Overview
Please join us in Helsinki, the “White Pearl of the Baltic” and the capital of the world’s happiest country, from 25 to 27 June 2026 for a triple-conference of the International Arbitration Commission, Labour and Immigration Law Commission and the Insolvency Commission.
The Finnish artist and writer Tove Jansson wrote: "do not tire, never lose interest, never grow indifferent". This is the spirit our three Commissions want to bring to Helsinki and learn from each other. We joined forces to discuss the latest developments specifically concerning the interplay of our fields of law in the global context.
The three involved Commissions will each host separate tracks on day one of the conference. On day two of the conference the three Commissions team up for joint sessions.
The conference takes place in Helsinki, Finland, where Nordic charm meets cutting-edge innovation. Situated at the crossroads between Europe and Asia, Helsinki positions as a natural hub for international business and dialogue. Beyond its professional appeal, Helsinki offers an unforgettable experience with its blend of modern architecture, stunning waterfront views, and rich cultural heritage. The social programme of the conference will enable the attendees to get a glimpse of the beauty and spirit of one of Europe’s most innovative capitals at its finest during the unique Midsummer season, renowned for its nightless nights.
Annual International Arbitration Conference – Limits and obstacles to arbitration
Many national courts in various jurisdictions across the globe are currently experiencing major backlogs when it comes to the average case processing time. Consequently, for many commercial entities, arbitration has become increasingly more appealing as a means of resolving disputes more swiftly. However, a party seeking to utilise this faster dispute resolution process may come across several impediments, such as the non-arbitrability of the claim, jurisdictional objections, or a subsequent challenge to the validity of the award.
The arbitration law track will discuss the applicability and accessibility of arbitration now and in the future, with focus on the issues of arbitrability, jurisdiction, and the possibility of setting aside arbitral awards.
Annual Labour and Immigration Law Conference – Latest trends in employment and immigration
The past years were defined by several global crises but also by the rise of new technologies opening up new horizons in the labour world.
The labour and immigration law track panels will offer a wide range of globally trending topics touching upon crisis situations and its management, digitalisation, globalisation, flexibility, arbitration in employment disputes, secrecy and many more.
Annual Insolvency Conference – Developments and trends shaping the future of insolvency and corporate rehabilitation
Recent years have been marked by multiple global crises and economic instability, elevating the importance of insolvency law as a framework for corporate restructuring and recovery.
Across the globe, there have been numerous advancements, enhancements, and harmonisation of legal frameworks, broadening the scope of tools and possibilities available within insolvency law. And it's not over yet! The European Commission has recently submitted to the Council and the European Parliament a new proposal for a Directive harmonising certain aspects of insolvency law, with other jurisdictions actively evolving their legal frameworks as well.
The insolvency law track will be an opportunity to explore the subjects addressed in those new proposal and developments with experts in the field, see how it currently works in practice in their jurisdictions and compare the status quo with what is coming up.
Join us to discuss trends and practical strategies that are shaping the future of insolvency and corporate rehabilitation.
Joint Sessions
During joint sessions on day two of the conference, we will identify how lawyers from the different fields of law contribute to consensus-focused solutions in complex, particularly crisis, situations to find a balanced outcome that is in the interest of all stakeholders.
Mark your calendars for this memorable conference. This event is the perfect opportunity to further grow your professional network, learn about the latest development in the fields of international arbitration, labour law and insolvency law, and collect memorable experiences that will contribute to your professional growth.
Social program
The social program will offer you a truly unique experience of Finnish culture and traditions. The selection of venues allows you to see Helsinki from different angles: you will enjoy panoramic views over the city from a spectacular rooftop bar on the 16th floor and savour dinner at a historic venue at the base of the iconic Uspenski Cathedral on the maritime shores of Katajanokka.
You will discover the cherished Finnish tradition of sauna (which does include swimwear!) and open-water swimming in the Baltic Sea. The seaside sauna facility Löyly, with its striking contemporary architecture, offers the perfect setting to experience this quintessentially Finnish ritual of alternating between hot sauna and refreshing sea dips.
You will also enjoy the unique opportunity of home hospitality dinner as local lawyers welcome you into their homes for an intimate evening. (Bear in mind that in Finnish tradition everyone removes their shoes indoors – so you may wish to ensure you’re not wearing mismatching socks!)
We also guarantee a night out at karaoke, where a lack of singing ability is not only acceptable but practically expected. On the way back to the hotel, you will get to experience the nightless night, when darkness never truly falls making the boundary between day and night dissolve. This extraordinary natural phenomenon creates an atmosphere unlike anywhere else in the world.
This is your chance to experience Finland beyond the conference room – a truly unique glimpse into Nordic life and traditions.
AIJA Commissions involved
- Insolvency
- International Arbitration
- Labour Law (+ Immigration Law)
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Annual International Arbitration Conference - Limits and obstacles to arbitration
18:00 - 20:00
The welcome reception will take place at Clarion Hotel Helsinki.
20:30
Select and register for the restaurant of your choice (the registration link will be shared closer to the event via email). Dinner groups will gather and leave together from the welcome reception.
22:00
The afterparty will take place at Kaarle XII.
08:45 - 09:15
Welcome Address by the AIJA President, the Commission Officers and the Organising Committee
09:15 - 10:30
This session will focus on the factors a party should take into account when opting for arbitration, including examining which issues can and cannot – or should or should not – be arbitrated.
The panelists will also discuss which issues may be brought before the courts, notwithstanding an arbitration agreement, and situations where a party may successfully argue that the party is not bound by the arbitration agreement.
The discussion aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the potential benefits and pitfalls of arbitration. We will hear interesting insights from different jurisdictions as to when (and why) the panelists would (or would not) advise their clients to subject their disputes to arbitration and highlight the situations when parties may end up trying their cases before the courts, even if arbitration has been agreed upon.
The panelists will also discuss which issues may be brought before the courts, notwithstanding an arbitration agreement, and situations where a party may successfully argue that the party is not bound by the arbitration agreement.
The discussion aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the potential benefits and pitfalls of arbitration. We will hear interesting insights from different jurisdictions as to when (and why) the panelists would (or would not) advise their clients to subject their disputes to arbitration and highlight the situations when parties may end up trying their cases before the courts, even if arbitration has been agreed upon.
10:30 - 11:00
Coffee Break
11:00 - 12:00
Is a claim inadmissible, or does the arbitrator simply lack jurisdiction? Does it matter? This session will examine when procedural objections should be regarded as admissibility issues and when they should be regarded as jurisdictional issues.
The panelists will also discuss why (and when) this distinction matters, as well as, as a practical matter, what an arbitral tribunal can or should do when it finds that it lacks jurisdiction or that a claim is inadmissible.
The purpose of the session is to highlight the relevance of the division between jurisdiction and admissibility and to provide some useful guidelines as to how one may best formulate one’s procedural claims.
The panelists will also discuss why (and when) this distinction matters, as well as, as a practical matter, what an arbitral tribunal can or should do when it finds that it lacks jurisdiction or that a claim is inadmissible.
The purpose of the session is to highlight the relevance of the division between jurisdiction and admissibility and to provide some useful guidelines as to how one may best formulate one’s procedural claims.
12:00 - 13:00
How do arbitral tribunals deal with situations in which parties assert that parallel proceedings address matters that could materially impact the progress or outcome of the pending arbitration? For instance, what if there are concurrent proceedings in multiple jurisdictions involving the same contractual relationship? What if the outcome of related (pending) criminal proceedings is important to the case?
This session will dive into the powers of an arbitral tribunal, specifically with regard to handling the situation in which external proceedings address prejudicial issues that should be resolved before the arbitration can properly proceed. Often, national legislation does not provide much guidance on this issue, leaving it up to the arbitrators to navigate the thorny question.
The speakers will share their thoughts on how best to handle this scenario with a view to continuously ensuring the progression of the arbitration case. Furthermore, the session will involve discussion on the potential effects, which decisions from other forums might have on arbitration proceedings.
This session will dive into the powers of an arbitral tribunal, specifically with regard to handling the situation in which external proceedings address prejudicial issues that should be resolved before the arbitration can properly proceed. Often, national legislation does not provide much guidance on this issue, leaving it up to the arbitrators to navigate the thorny question.
The speakers will share their thoughts on how best to handle this scenario with a view to continuously ensuring the progression of the arbitration case. Furthermore, the session will involve discussion on the potential effects, which decisions from other forums might have on arbitration proceedings.
13:00 - 14:15
Lunch
14:15 - 15:15
Commercial parties often cite arbitration as an attractive forum to resolve disputes because of the finality and limited appeal of arbitral awards. There are nonetheless means to challenge an award, and unhappy parties are increasingly finding new (and creative) ways to undermine the sought-after finality.
This session will closely examine the conditions under which arbitral awards may be set aside. The speakers will aim to identify the primary focus areas for those seeking to have an award set aside, including the criteria typically evaluated by national courts on such applications. Additionally, the discussion will address how parties that have chosen arbitration can ensure that their awards are not subsequently challenged and are effectively enforced.
This session will closely examine the conditions under which arbitral awards may be set aside. The speakers will aim to identify the primary focus areas for those seeking to have an award set aside, including the criteria typically evaluated by national courts on such applications. Additionally, the discussion will address how parties that have chosen arbitration can ensure that their awards are not subsequently challenged and are effectively enforced.
15:15 - 15:45
Coffee Break
15:45 - 17:00
Arbitration has been on the rise for several years. This trend is partly due to significant backlogs in national courts in many jurisdictions worldwide, making it very time-consuming to process cases in that forum. This session will examine the prospects of arbitration, including whether parties in specific sectors (in which arbitration has previously not been the preferred way to settle disputes) and even private individuals will likely be more willing to subject their disputes to arbitration.
The panelists will share their insights as to how they see the future of arbitration – not only in competition with national courts but also with regard to other sorts of alternative ways of resolving disputes, including mediation and any emerging new private dispute resolution mechanisms.
The panelists will share their insights as to how they see the future of arbitration – not only in competition with national courts but also with regard to other sorts of alternative ways of resolving disputes, including mediation and any emerging new private dispute resolution mechanisms.
17:00 - 17:30
Commission Meeting
20:00 - 02:00
Enjoy the evening with dinner and afterparty at Restaurant Sipuli.
10:00 - 11:15
Focus on the tension between asset deals, workforce protection, and buyer’s need for flexibility — with practical case studies. The role of arbitration in resolving disputes around transfer of undertakings or post-closing employee-related claims will also be touched upon.
11:15 - 11:45
Coffee Break
11:45 - 13:00
This session will examine how claims related to labour and insolvency law can be subjected to arbitration and under what conditions arbitration agreements may bind entities other than the parties involved in such disputes (e.g., the insolvency estate).
The speakers will further explore the question of whether the scope of arbitrable matters in labour and insolvency contexts should be expanded or restricted, taking into account the delicate balance between party autonomy, systemic efficiency, and the protection of vulnerable stakeholders.
The speakers will further explore the question of whether the scope of arbitrable matters in labour and insolvency contexts should be expanded or restricted, taking into account the delicate balance between party autonomy, systemic efficiency, and the protection of vulnerable stakeholders.
13:00 - 14:15
Lunch
15:00 - 18:00
Enjoy a relaxing moment at Löyly Helsinki.
Please bring your swimsuit with you. Towels, soap, and shampoo will be provided. There are separate changing rooms with lockers for men and women.It is a sauna where swimwear is required.
20:00
At local lawyers’ homes. You will receive information about your host and their address closer to the event via email.
23:00
Post Home Hospitality Afterparty
Annual Labour and Immigration Law Conference - Latest trends in employment and immigration
18:00 - 20:00
The welcome reception will take place at Clarion Hotel Helsinki.
20:30
Select and register for the restaurant of your choice (the registration link will be shared closer to the event via email). Dinner groups will gather and leave together from the welcome reception.
22:00
The afterparty will take place at Kaarle XII.
08:45 - 09:15
Welcome Address by the AIJA President, the Commission Officers and the Organising Committee
09:15 - 10:30
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the workplace, not only through its use in HR management but also in how employees use AI tools to enhance productivity and innovation.
While AI offers significant opportunities for efficiency and growth, it also raises critical legal questions about the rights of employers and employees, as well as the risks and boundaries associated with its use.
This session will explore the dual dimensions of AI in the workplace: its use by employers in HR management (e.g., recruitment, performance monitoring, and decision-making) and by employees in their day-to-day tasks.
While AI offers significant opportunities for efficiency and growth, it also raises critical legal questions about the rights of employers and employees, as well as the risks and boundaries associated with its use.
This session will explore the dual dimensions of AI in the workplace: its use by employers in HR management (e.g., recruitment, performance monitoring, and decision-making) and by employees in their day-to-day tasks.
10:30 - 11:00
Coffee Break
11:00 - 12:00
In today’s interconnected global workplaces, sexual harassment presents new challenges for employers, which have created additional ways for misconduct alongside traditional workplace settings. Addressing such harassment may require navigating a complex web of legal systems, cultural differences, and corporate policies.
The session will focus on the interplay between jurisdictional nuances, international labour standards and cultural and ethical standards. It will also address the role of internal reporting channels and corporate compliance policies in preventing and managing sexual harassment cases. The session will provide valuable insights into how to approach such cases with legal precision and cultural awareness.
The session will focus on the interplay between jurisdictional nuances, international labour standards and cultural and ethical standards. It will also address the role of internal reporting channels and corporate compliance policies in preventing and managing sexual harassment cases. The session will provide valuable insights into how to approach such cases with legal precision and cultural awareness.
12:00 - 13:00
The distinction between sickness and disability is more than just a legal technicality – it directly impacts employees’ rights, employer obligations, and the design of (inclusive) workplace policies. This panel will explore how employers worldwide have to deal with evolving definitions and obligations, to understand whether and when a health condition still is a (temporary) illness or transitioned to a recognized disability.
This session will provide insights on how different legal systems define and address this divide and present pertinent case law and best practices to handle respectively prevent potential issues.
This session will provide insights on how different legal systems define and address this divide and present pertinent case law and best practices to handle respectively prevent potential issues.
13:00 - 14:15
Lunch
14:15 - 15:15
Panel 4: Workforce Without Borders: Immigration and Employment Law Challenges for Global Employers
15:15 - 15:45
Coffee Break
15:45 - 17:00
When workplace crises strike — whether due to economic turbulence, organizational restructuring, or unforeseen disruptions — employers face the dual challenge of acting swiftly while respecting legal obligations, particularly those relating to employee representation rights.
This session dives into the art and science of managing employment crises, with a focus on the co-determination rights of works councils and unions. It will explore how legal frameworks, strategic negotiations, and collaborative solutions can transform moments of tension into opportunities for sustainable outcomes.
This session dives into the art and science of managing employment crises, with a focus on the co-determination rights of works councils and unions. It will explore how legal frameworks, strategic negotiations, and collaborative solutions can transform moments of tension into opportunities for sustainable outcomes.
17:00 - 17:30
Commission Meeting
20:00 - 02:00
Enjoy the evening with dinner and afterparty at Restaurant Sipuli.
10:00 - 11:15
Focus on the tension between asset deals, workforce protection, and buyer’s need for flexibility — with practical case studies. The role of arbitration in resolving disputes around transfer of undertakings or post-closing employee-related claims will also be touched upon.
11:15 - 11:45
Coffee Break
11:45 - 13:00
This session will examine how claims related to labour and insolvency law can be subjected to arbitration and under what conditions arbitration agreements may bind entities other than the parties involved in such disputes (e.g., the insolvency estate).
The speakers will further explore the question of whether the scope of arbitrable matters in labour and insolvency contexts should be expanded or restricted, taking into account the delicate balance between party autonomy, systemic efficiency, and the protection of vulnerable stakeholders.
The speakers will further explore the question of whether the scope of arbitrable matters in labour and insolvency contexts should be expanded or restricted, taking into account the delicate balance between party autonomy, systemic efficiency, and the protection of vulnerable stakeholders.
13:00 - 14:15
Lunch
15:00 - 18:00
Enjoy a relaxing moment at Löyly Helsinki.
Please bring your swimsuit with you. Towels, soap, and shampoo will be provided. There are separate changing rooms with lockers for men and women.It is a sauna where swimwear is required.
20:00
At local lawyers’ homes. You will receive information about your host and their address closer to the event via email.
23:00
Post Home Hospitality Afterparty
Annual Insolvency Conference - Developments and trends shaping the future of insolvency and corporate rehabilitation
18:00 - 20:00
The welcome reception will take place at Clarion Hotel Helsinki.
20:30
Select and register for the restaurant of your choice (the registration link will be shared closer to the event via email). Dinner groups will gather and leave together from the welcome reception.
22:00
The afterparty will take place at Kaarle XII.
08:45 - 09:15
Welcome Address by the AIJA President, the Commission Officers and the Organising Committee
09:15 - 10:30
We plan to start with a keynote by a policymaker or reform advocate, followed by either a fireside chat or a panel with insolvency practitioners/lawyers. The final format will depend on the speaker applications, If we receive enough interest from speakers, we will organize a keynote followed by a panel, if not, we will opt for a fireside chat format with one or two speakers after the keynote.
This session explores the evolving landscape of corporate restructuring and insolvency law in an era defined by global economic shifts, rising complexity in cross-border operations, and the urgent demand for more agile and effective legal tools. At its core, it examines how jurisdictions around the world are rethinking the architecture of corporate rescue — moving beyond traditional insolvency frameworks toward innovative, forward-looking solutions.
This foundational conversation sets the tone for a critical examination of where corporate rescue law is headed — not just as a response to crisis, but as a tool for long-term economic resilience and strategic business transformation.
This session explores the evolving landscape of corporate restructuring and insolvency law in an era defined by global economic shifts, rising complexity in cross-border operations, and the urgent demand for more agile and effective legal tools. At its core, it examines how jurisdictions around the world are rethinking the architecture of corporate rescue — moving beyond traditional insolvency frameworks toward innovative, forward-looking solutions.
- The discussion will highlight major trends reshaping the field, including the rise of pre-insolvency proceedings, the integration of hybrid restructuring mechanisms, and the growing role of soft law and transnational standards in influencing domestic reforms. Participants will engage with the underlying tensions between creditor rights and debtor protections, the increasing use of digital tools in insolvency administration, and the challenges of achieving coordination across jurisdictions with diverging legal cultures.
- The session will also address how economic shocks — from the pandemic to geopolitical upheaval — have accelerated legislative experimentation and policy shifts, prompting new models of early intervention and corporate turnaround. Key themes include:
- The changing role of courts and judges in restructuring processes
- The influence of international bodies (such as UNCITRAL and the EU) in harmonizing best practices
- Emerging models of debtor-in-possession and out-of-court workouts
- Balancing transparency, speed, and fairness in the design of new procedures
This foundational conversation sets the tone for a critical examination of where corporate rescue law is headed — not just as a response to crisis, but as a tool for long-term economic resilience and strategic business transformation.
10:30 - 11:00
Coffee Break
11:00 - 12:00
We would like to intentionally focus on Europe here and build a connected storyline leading into the next session.
- This session offers a focused exploration of the European Union’s ongoing efforts to harmonize insolvency laws across Member States, delving into both the legal architecture of the proposed directive and its practical implications at the national level. It examines how the ambitious objectives of the EU — namely legal certainty, procedural efficiency, and the facilitation of cross-border restructuring — are being translated into domestic legal systems with varying traditions, institutional capacities, and stakeholder interests.
- Participants will analyze the core components of the harmonization proposal, including (i) common minimum standards for avoidance actions, (ii) asset tracing, (iii) directors’ duties, (iv) creditor ranking, and (v) pre-pack procedures. The discussion will explore both the technical challenges and political sensitivities involved in aligning these elements across diverse legal landscapes.
- Attention will be paid to:
- The tension between national legal autonomy and EU-driven uniformity
- Divergent approaches to creditor and shareholder rights among Member States
- The practical hurdles of integrating new procedural rules into existing court systems
- This session also considers whether harmonization will achieve its stated goals of reducing legal fragmentation and fostering a more integrated restructuring market in the EU — or whether it risks introducing complexity, uneven enforcement, or unintended consequences. By situating the harmonization effort in its broader economic and political context, the session invites reflection on the EU’s evolving role in shaping corporate rescue culture and transnational legal practice.
12:00 - 13:00
Insights from global experts on recent legal and practical developments. This session builds on Session 2 by expanding the comparative discussion beyond the EU. To ensure thematic and structural coherence, we propose having one session coordinator for both Sessions 2 and 3.
This session examines the evolving landscape of insolvency and restructuring law across key international (non EU) jurisdictions, offering a comparative lens on how different legal systems are responding to the demands of modern corporate rescue. It focuses on recent statutory reforms, emerging procedural innovations, and jurisdiction-specific tools designed to improve the speed, accessibility, and cross-border functionality of insolvency regimes.
Building on previous discussions of European developments, the session expands outward to highlight key developments from the United States, the United Kingdom, and select Asia-Pacific jurisdictions such as Singapore, Australia, and Japan, depending on the speakers we get. It explores how these systems are approaching common challenges — from balancing creditor rights with corporate rehabilitation, to fostering out-of-court solutions and enhancing cross-border coordination.
Topics may include:
The session also provides insight into how global reform efforts reflect differing policy priorities and economic conditions, while still revealing areas of convergence — particularly in the emphasis on early intervention, creditor engagement, and legal predictability. Through this comparative approach, participants will gain a broader understanding of how insolvency frameworks are being reimagined worldwide, and what lessons may be transferable across jurisdictions.
This session examines the evolving landscape of insolvency and restructuring law across key international (non EU) jurisdictions, offering a comparative lens on how different legal systems are responding to the demands of modern corporate rescue. It focuses on recent statutory reforms, emerging procedural innovations, and jurisdiction-specific tools designed to improve the speed, accessibility, and cross-border functionality of insolvency regimes.
Building on previous discussions of European developments, the session expands outward to highlight key developments from the United States, the United Kingdom, and select Asia-Pacific jurisdictions such as Singapore, Australia, and Japan, depending on the speakers we get. It explores how these systems are approaching common challenges — from balancing creditor rights with corporate rehabilitation, to fostering out-of-court solutions and enhancing cross-border coordination.
Topics may include:
- The expansion and refinement of debtor-in-possession models (e.g., Chapter 11 reforms in the US, Part 26A Restructuring Plan in the UK)
- Procedural streamlining and digitalization of insolvency proceedings
- The rise of hybrid restructuring frameworks that blend judicial oversight with negotiated solutions
- Cross-border enforcement and the use of protocols for international cooperation
The session also provides insight into how global reform efforts reflect differing policy priorities and economic conditions, while still revealing areas of convergence — particularly in the emphasis on early intervention, creditor engagement, and legal predictability. Through this comparative approach, participants will gain a broader understanding of how insolvency frameworks are being reimagined worldwide, and what lessons may be transferable across jurisdictions.
13:00 - 14:15
Lunch
14:15 - 15:15
A group-based simulation of a restructuring case, walking through the process of preparing a pre-pack in different jurisdictions. The idea is to include EU and non-EU speakers—some from jurisdictions where pre-pack frameworks are already in place, and potentially one from a jurisdiction where such tools are still being introduced or even not envisaged.
This hands-on session offers a practical deep dive into the mechanics of pre-packaged restructurings through a structured, group-based case simulation. Participants will work through the key stages of a pre-pack transaction, engaging with the legal, financial, and procedural dimensions involved in preparing and executing a restructuring plan under time-sensitive conditions.
Using a fictional but realistic cross-border case scenario, the session walks participants through:
This interactive format is designed to foster peer learning, bridge theory and practice, and expose participants to the real-world dynamics and strategic decisions that define successful pre-pack restructurings across different legal systems.
This hands-on session offers a practical deep dive into the mechanics of pre-packaged restructurings through a structured, group-based case simulation. Participants will work through the key stages of a pre-pack transaction, engaging with the legal, financial, and procedural dimensions involved in preparing and executing a restructuring plan under time-sensitive conditions.
Using a fictional but realistic cross-border case scenario, the session walks participants through:
- Initial distress signals and early-stage stakeholder negotiations
- Structuring the pre-pack sale and drafting the key documents
- Legal requirements for court approval or regulatory compliance
- Communication with creditors, valuation concerns, and fairness considerations
- Cross-jurisdictional coordination in multinational restructurings
- Comparative insights will emerge organically as the simulation incorporates perspectives from multiple jurisdictions, including both EU Member States with established pre-pack regimes and non-EU countries where pre-pack frameworks are emerging or undergoing reform. Jurisdictional contrasts will highlight differences in legal safeguards, judicial oversight, the role of insolvency practitioners, and market expectations.
This interactive format is designed to foster peer learning, bridge theory and practice, and expose participants to the real-world dynamics and strategic decisions that define successful pre-pack restructurings across different legal systems.
15:15 - 15:45
Coffee Break
15:45 - 17:00
A discussion on emerging influences shaping insolvency law. Depending on the final speaker lineup, this could either be a regulatory-focused outlook—highlighting what’s next and where harmonization efforts currently fall short—or a trend-driven discussion exploring the regulation of digital assets, integration of ESG factors into restructuring, and the use of AI for predictive analytics and claims management.
This forward-looking session explores the transformative forces poised to redefine insolvency law and practice in the coming decade. As technology, sustainability, and regulatory complexity reshape the economic landscape, insolvency frameworks must evolve to address new types of risk, value, and accountability.
The discussion will center on three major thematic pillars:
This forward-looking session explores the transformative forces poised to redefine insolvency law and practice in the coming decade. As technology, sustainability, and regulatory complexity reshape the economic landscape, insolvency frameworks must evolve to address new types of risk, value, and accountability.
The discussion will center on three major thematic pillars:
- Digital Assets: The legal treatment of cryptocurrencies, tokenized assets, and blockchain-based financial instruments in insolvency proceedings. Topics include valuation challenges, jurisdictional uncertainty, asset tracing, custody and control issues, and the evolving role of digital exchanges in creditor recoveries.
- Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Considerations: The growing pressure on companies and insolvency practitioners to account for ESG obligations in restructuring scenarios. This includes the treatment of environmental liabilities, stakeholder expectations around sustainability, and the potential for ESG performance to influence restructuring outcomes, asset sales, or access to rescue financing.
- Artificial Intelligence and Legal Tech: The integration of AI tools into the insolvency process — from predictive analytics for early distress detection, to automation in claims processing, and algorithmic modeling of restructuring outcomes. The panel will reflect on the opportunities and risks posed by increased reliance on data-driven decision-making, including ethical concerns, regulatory gaps, and the impact on professional roles.
17:00 - 17:30
Commission Meeting
20:00 - 02:00
Enjoy the evening with dinner and afterparty at Restaurant Sipuli.
10:00 - 11:15
Focus on the tension between asset deals, workforce protection, and buyer’s need for flexibility — with practical case studies. The role of arbitration in resolving disputes around transfer of undertakings or post-closing employee-related claims will also be touched upon.
11:15 - 11:45
Coffee Break
11:45 - 13:00
This session will examine how claims related to labour and insolvency law can be subjected to arbitration and under what conditions arbitration agreements may bind entities other than the parties involved in such disputes (e.g., the insolvency estate).
The speakers will further explore the question of whether the scope of arbitrable matters in labour and insolvency contexts should be expanded or restricted, taking into account the delicate balance between party autonomy, systemic efficiency, and the protection of vulnerable stakeholders.
The speakers will further explore the question of whether the scope of arbitrable matters in labour and insolvency contexts should be expanded or restricted, taking into account the delicate balance between party autonomy, systemic efficiency, and the protection of vulnerable stakeholders.
13:00 - 14:15
Lunch
15:00 - 18:00
Enjoy a relaxing moment at Löyly Helsinki.
Please bring your swimsuit with you. Towels, soap, and shampoo will be provided. There are separate changing rooms with lockers for men and women.It is a sauna where swimwear is required.
20:00
At local lawyers’ homes. You will receive information about your host and their address closer to the event via email.
23:00
Post Home Hospitality Afterparty
Fees & General Info
There are currently no registration fees available.General terms and conditions
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Scholarships
If you are a lawyer under 35 years old and meet the requirements, apply to our Scholarship Programme for this event. You can check more details here.
Prepare your stay
We are pleased to announce that the sessions of the upcoming seminar will be held at the Clarion Hotel Helsinki.
Address: Tyynenmerenkatu 2, 00220, Helsinki, Finland
We have negotiated special rates with the Hotel for the participants of the seminar. The special rate is applied for the nights between June 24 and June 27.
Single Room EUR 140/night
Double/Twin Room EUR 160/night
Rates include tax, Clarion buffet breakfast, internet access, and entrance to Top Floor fitness center, saunas and swimming pool during opening hours.
Participants can book directly during the following link:
Accommondations AIJA – International Association of Young Lawyers Booking
Each guest reserves and pays for own accommodation and the room account is to be settled directly at the hotel prior to departure. Reservations from this allocation are to be made latest 18 june 2026.
Each individual reservation can be cancelled free of charge latest 7 days prior to arrival. Late cancellations or no-show reservations will be charged to the credit card guaranteeing each reservation.
Practical Information
Travel Instructions from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Tips on how to get to the Clarion Hotel from the Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Destination address: Clarion Hotel Helsinki, Tyynenmerenkatu 2, 00220 Helsinki
Taxi
Journey Time: 30-40 minutes
Cost: 37.80-42 €
The following taxi companies operate at the Airport: FixuTaksi, Lähitaksi, Menevä, and Taksi Helsinki.
Follow the signs to the taxis on the left side of the arrivals hall.
All of the taxi companies operating at the Airport offer a fixed price ride from the Airport to the Helsinki City Centre area with prices ranging from 37.80€ (FixuTaxi) to 42€ (Menevä). The Clarion Hotel is located in the City Centre area where the fixed price applies. Larger vans are also available for an extra charge. Please note that the fixed price only applies when the taxi is taken from the Airport. Therefore, the fixed price does not apply to return journeys to the Airport.
Uber
Journey Time: 30-40 minutes
Cost: 25-45 € (surge pricing may apply)
Uber has good availability at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Bolt is also available and popular.
When ordering the ride, follow the “App Rides” signs to the designated pickup location in the parking hall. It is a 2–5-minute walk from arrivals.
Free WiFi is available at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport which can be used when ordering the ride.
Public transport (Train + Tram)
Journey Time: 55-70 minutes
Cost: 4.40-4.70 €
Step-by-Step Directions:
1. Locate the railway station at the Airport by following signs to the train station from arrivals hall.
2. Board the Ring Rail Line, either I or P train to Helsinki Central Railway Station. The trains go every 10 minutes from 5:00 to 00:30. The train ride to Helsinki takes approximately 30 minutes
3. Once at the Central Railway Station, change to tram 9 or 7 to Länsiterminaali. The tram station at the Helsinki Railway station is located right outside the Railway Station on Kaivokatu. Get off from the tram at the stop Huutokonttori. The tram ride takes 10 minutes.
4. The Clarion hotel is located 100 metres from the tram stop.
Tickets: Purchase public transport tickets via the service provider HSL by either using contactless payment by tapping the machine found at trains and trams or by purchasing a slightly cheaper ticket via the HSL mobile app. Zone ABC is needed when traveling from the Airport to Helsinki City Centre. The same ticket is valid for 90 minutes on both the train and on the tram.
Check the train and tram schedules and routes here: https://www.hsl.fi/en
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