Indecisiveness often arises from the complexity of personal and financial affairs, as well as the fear of confronting difficult issues such as aging, incapacity, death, loss of control, or loss of wealth. As lawyers, how can we effectively guide indecisive clients, foster clarity, and build trust? Working with such clients can be challenging - their frequent changes of mind may strain family dynamics, drain energy, and lead to inefficient projects. What strategies have you found most effective in navigating these situations? 
 

Marital property and prenuptial agreements are facing increased scrutiny, with a growing volume of litigation aimed at challenging their validity. This session will examine the latest developments and practical considerations, including litigation strategies and thinking ahead for taxation. We will also consider the complexities of international prenups, with particular attention to their recognition and enforcement across European jurisdictions.

Join us for a lively exploration of the latest litigation trends and updates shaping today’s legal landscape. This discussion will also explore practical ways to lock in settlements at the moment they are reached - avoiding the risk of a ‘case closed’ turning into a bottle of trouble opened when drafting the documentation. We’ll unpack emerging cases, spotlight key rulings, and track where the courts are headed next - all in a session designed to keep you sharp and ahead of the curve. And yes…, rosé will be served (in the most professional, yet entertaining way possible). 
 

This session will examine the recent trends that we have seen for international families looking to use their wealth for public purposes through philanthropy, often with a cross-border element.

In an era of geopolitical uncertainty, shifting tax regimes, and rising authoritarianism, wealthy families are increasingly pursuing strategic relocations, dual residencies, second citizenships, and global asset diversification. Yet rather than just focusing on how jurisdictions attract new residents, this session will also examine how they seek to deter departures—making it more difficult, costly, or unattractive for individuals to move away. 

This session explores key strategies for transferring a business to the next generation, including family governance structures, succession planning, estate planning, and shareholders agreements. We’ll also discuss Ownership Buy-Outs (OBOs) and tools to support a smooth transition while preserving both the business and family harmony.