From 2 to 7 November 2025, the IBA Annual Conference will take place in Toronto, Canada – the premier global event for lawyers from around the world. The conference programme includes over 220 sessions covering critical topics in today’s legal world – from artificial intelligence and international tax law to human rights and corporate responsibility.

The conference agenda features a wide range of topics, including:

• The art of effective networking – how to turn connections into professional opportunities (exclusive session by Itzik Amiel);

• Leadership in uncertain times – how to build personal influence, maintain resilience, and inspire teams to drive change;

• The impact of artificial intelligence on legal practice – from potential threats to innovative advantages;

• Access to justice in the context of protecting democratic values – challenges and opportunities;

• Legal aspects of risk management in the space industry – unique challenges for lawyers working on cutting-edge technology projects;

• Professional ethics – how to create a culture of high standards in legal practice;

• Gender equality in the legal profession – is achieving a 50:50 balance by 2030 realistic?;

• Challenges and opportunities in technology disputes – how to minimise risks in the digital era.

This is just a glimpse of the broad spectrum of topics that will be discussed at the conference.

What IBA 2025 offers:

• Over 5,000 attendees from more than 2,700 law firms, corporations, government bodies, and regulators from over 130 countries;

• Opportunities to find new clients, partners, and expand your professional network;

• Speeches from leading lawyers, experts, government representatives, and international organisations from around the world;

• A chance to connect with colleagues from different countries and discuss the key challenges facing the legal profession in one place.

The preliminary programme is available on the IBA website.

Don't miss the chance to be part of the global legal community – join the IBA 2025 Annual Conference in Toronto.

Toronto – Canada's largest city and the fourth largest in North America – is known for its multiculturalism and diversity. Nearly half of its population was born outside the country, and its residents speak over 150 languages. It is a financial and cultural hub, home to the headquarters of many major companies, including Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), Bank of Montreal (BMO), Scotiabank, Johnson & Johnson, Apotex, Brookfield Asset Management, Entertainment One, Deloitte, and KPMG. Among the city's iconic landmarks are the CN Tower, the Royal Ontario Museum, the Art Gallery of Ontario, and the Toronto Islands.

With its vibrant business environment and rich cultural scene, Toronto is the perfect host city for the IBA 2025 Annual Conference.