Trusts in Litigation
ConTrA and Informa bring you a fresh and exciting look at the world of contentious trusts, now in its 9th edition
We bring advisors from across the trusts industry together to connect, debate, learn and network together
Meet the 2026 Chairs:
Ashleigh Carr
Partner, Maurice Turnor Gardner
James Lister
Partner, Stevens & Bolton
Gemma Willingham
Partner, Baker McKenzie
Mark Lindley
Partner, Boodle Hatfield
45+ speakers sharing their insights in 2026:
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300+ attendees from across the contentious trusts world come under one roof
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45+ experts sharing their practical insights
9th
annual must-attend event, delivering cutting-edge updates on trusts and litigation
Why join this unmissable event?
Why attend the 9th annual Trusts in Litigation?
Join us for the 9th edition as ConTrA and Informa Connect team up once again to bring you a fresh and timely programme covering a broad array of issues in trust litigation.
Alongside some of the most senior and knowledgeable figures in the field, we proudly offer a platform for industry rising stars with a speaker line-up focusing on the next generation of partners and new and future KCs.
To complement the fascinating agenda, make the most of your experience by joining like-minded professionals at our plentiful networking opportunities.
Key themes for 2026:
- Dealing with the Media
- Dispute resolution
- The ethics of undue influence
- Limitation and laches of estate and trust claims
- Cross-border estates and enforcement
- Dealing with Pre-Death Dispositions In 1975 Act claims
- Fiduciary duties & conflicts of interest
- (Un)happy Families
- Navigating life as a lawyer
- Wellbeing & career development
- Design your own law firm
Alongside much more!
Connect with the community during especially designed networking activities:
Welcome drinks reception
Join us for an informal drinks reception the evening before the main conference begins to kick off your experience in Lisbon style!
Drinks & dinner at the end of Day 1
After Day 1 of the conference, we invite all delegates to join us for an exquisite drinks reception and dinner.
Food walking tour
Wander through Lisbon’s cobblestone streets and colourful tiled facades, whilst sampling delicious traditional Portuguese food & drink!
It’s about experiencing the soul (and stomach) of the city, connecting with its culinary history, and creating unforgettable memories with your new contact!
Who you will meet at the event - past attendees include:
Irwin Mitchell
Mishcon de Reya
Farrer & Co
Boodle Hatfield
Baker & McKenzie
Mourant Ozannes
5 Stone Buildings
Anthony Gold Solicitors
Macfarlanes
Serle Court
Payne Hicks Beach
Collas Crill
Maitland Chambers
Howard Kennedy
Paget-Brown Chambers
Barlow Robbins
XXIV Old Buildings
Charles Russell Speechlys
Wedlake Bell
Dickinson Gleeson
Kinglsey Napley
Ogier
Babbe
Wilberforce Chambers
Harcus Sinclair
Berwin Leighton Paisner
Summit Trust
Interested in partnering opportunities?
Get in touch with us today to discuss a sponsorship and exhibition package that can help you demonstrate your knowledge and expertise, generate leads and put your brand in the spotlight.
Contact Marcus by e-mail at Marcus.Beeby@informa.com.
