ABI, the American College of Bankruptcy, the International Insolvency Institute (III), INSOL and IWIRC are pleased to bring you the 2023 International Insolvency & Restructuring Symposium, being held at the InterContinental Lisbon located in Lisbon’s City Centre overlooking Eduardo VII Park and the Tagus River.
Experience two full days of stellar programming on worldwide insolvency while soaking in the surroundings of Portugal’s capital city.
When not in session, be sure to make time to enjoy Lisbon’s incredible colors, food and night life. Explore the history, including museums and monuments, that makes this European city so special.
We look forward to seeing you this fall in Lisbon!
*Schedule subject to change.
Registration Opens | Coffee & Networking
Program Welcome
State of the Market on Cross-Border Recognition
Networking Break
The Reception of the American Chapter 11 Plan in Europe and the Treatment of Secured Creditors
Panel presented by the American College of Bankruptcy
This panel will discuss the ways in which concepts of U.S. chapter 11 proceedings have inspired recent statutes and case law in European jurisdictions. Special attention will be given to the treatment of secured creditors.
Lunch
Where Is the Next European Restructuring Hub?
Panel presented by IWIRC
This panel will examine whether the U.S. and other foreign companies can take advantage of European restructuring procedures.
Coffee and Tea Break
Current Issues and Prognostications for the Restructuring World: Key Stressed Industries, Problem Real Estate, Interest Rates, Inflation and Debt Walls
Panel presented by INSOL
Coffee and Tea Break
Update on UNCITRAL Working Group V and the Road to Adoption of the Model Laws
Panel presented by the International Insolvency Institute (III)
This panel will update attendees on the current work being done by Working Group V and the results of the U.K. Insolvency Service’s consultation on the adoption of two model laws, and will discuss a recent letter sent to the UNCITRAL Secretariat by a group of academics who are arguing for the abolishment of COMI.
International Cocktail Reception hosted by PLMJ Advogados, SP, RL
Address: Av. Fontes Pereira de Melo 43,
1050-119 Lisboa, PortugalAttendee Dinner at Grémio Literário
Address: R. Ivens 37,
1200-226 Lisboa, PortugalIn order to respect the dress code established at the Club, we recommend that Members and their guests wear a coat and tie at lunch and dinner. Please note that ties are available for loan at the reception.
Registration Opens | Coffee and Networking
Welcome Remarks
Keynote Address
Sponsored by Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
Offering Solutions: When Sanctions and Insolvency Cross Paths
Panel presented by INSOL Europe
This panel will provide guidance on situations where the sanctions against Russia interface with insolvency proceedings.
Coffee and Tea Networking Break
America Now!
This panel of seasoned professionals will discuss recent developments and trends in U.S. bankruptcy and restructuring.
Networking Lunch
Sponsored by Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
How to Restructure or Wind Down Technology Companies
Coffee and Tea Break
Implementation of Directive (EU) 2019/1023: View from Portugal and Spain
This panel will discuss preventive restructuring frameworks, debt waivers and disqualifications, and measures to increase the efficiency of restructuring, insolvency and debt-waiver proceedings.
Closing Remarks
Cocktail Reception
| Advance (by 10/5/23) | Regular (after 10/5/23) | |||
| Symposium Rates | ||||
| ABI Member | $850 | $975 | ||
| Join and Save* | $1,100 | $1,225 | ||
| * Includes a one-year ABI International membership for members outside of North America only. | ||||
Cancellation Policy
All fees, except a $75 handling fee, will be refunded if written notice of cancellation is received by October 12, 2023. No refunds will be granted after October 12, but substitutions will be allowed. After October 12, 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
Situated next to the peaceful Eduardo VII Park, just above the Avenida da Liberdade and with views over the old city and the Tagus River, the InterContinental Lisbon offers a unique setting for your stay in Portugal’s capital city.
ABI has arranged a special conference rate of €220 for a Classic single-occupancy room, which includes continental breakfast and VAT. In order 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 6, 2023, 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.