
Below is a list of Events that we think you should know about whether you are an experienced practitioner or a young practitioner looking to "up your game" or simply wanting to learn from others in the field and learn about new developments.
They include conferences, webinars or podcasts on any of the following topics:
The events are organised by third-party organisers and which we have either spotted ourselves as being relevant or have been informed about. They are arranged chronologically. Please feel free to let us know if you are organising anything. Currently, we only list UK online and in-person events and selected non-UK events held online.
Tuesday 16 to Wednesday 17 June is online for all, and Friday 19 to Saturday 20 June is hybrid, live from the University of Warwick, where you will hear from leading speakers in their fields across plenary sessions:
🔸PLENARY 1 - Water Resources in 2026 - problems and solutions
🔸PLENARY 2 - Balancing Net Zero ambitions and nature recovery
🔸PLENARY 3 - New Towns: Implications for the Environment
🔸PLENARY 4 - The rise of group litigation
🔸PLENARY 5 - International opinions and their application to the UK
Alongside these, the programme includes a wide range of additional sessions covering international perspectives, keynote addresses from Monica Feria-Tinta, Barrister at Twenty Essex, and Craig Bennett, CEO of The Wildlife Trusts, Early Career Speakers selected through a competitive abstract process, case law updates, and much more.
Hosted by Pinsent Masons LLP. The event is designed to increase climate literacy across the legal sector and empower legal professionals to act. What is the National Emergency Briefing for Law?
o A flagship ‘Law & Governance’ event to open London Climate Action Week 2026 (LCAW)
o Leading scientists and experts offering cutting-edge insights on key risks and solutions
o A tailored briefing for lawyers based on the National Emergency Briefing for MPs.
(By Invitation Only)
A Law Society Event during London Climate Action Week 2026. The rule of law and the role of lawyers has never been more important in addressing climate change. Hear from an expert line up of speakers:
Brett Dixon, Vice President, Law Society of England and Wales;
Laura Clarke, CEO, ClientEarth;
Penny Kisiel, Managing Associate General Counsel, HSBC;
Kirsty Brimelow KC, Chair, Bar Council; and
John Dernbach, American Bar Association,
A one‑day GAIL Members’ event, ‘Impact in Changing Times’, taking place in London on 15 October. The programme will explore how law can support a just and sustainable economy through a mix of keynotes, panel discussions, and practical workshops. Hosted by Travers Smith

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