Upcoming Events

The Singapore Convention Week (SC Week) is a premier event in Singapore dedicated to dispute resolution, encompassing arbitration, mediation, and litigation. It serves as a vital platform for thought leaders, practitioners, policymakers, and experts to explore emerging trends, tackle common challenges, discuss innovative approaches, and foster change.

Scheduled for August 24-28 2026, this year’s SC Week is organised by the Singapore Ministry of Law (MinLaw) in partnership with various organisations. The week promises an engaging agenda filled with keynote addresses, panel discussions, debates, workshops, lectures, networking opportunities, and site visits.

Singapore IP Week 2026 (26–27 Aug 2026): Connect with global IP leaders, innovators and businesses shaping the future of innovation.

IBA Asia Pacific Arbitration Group Symposium | 26 Aug 2026 | Explore key developments in international arbitration and dispute resolution.

The Judge and the Arbitrator: Same but Different Practical discussion on the differing roles of judges and arbitrators in dispute resolution.

LCIA Tylney in Town Symposium | 27 Aug 2026 | Connect with arbitration professionals and explore key industry developments.

GAR Live: Asia-Pacific 2026 | 27 Aug 2026 | Explore emerging issues in international arbitration and cross-border disputes.

As part of Singapore Convention Week 2026, Maxwell Chambers will launch 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐱𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞, the first premier mediation moot competition in Singapore, designed to cultivate the next generation of dispute resolution leaders.

Reflecting Singapore’s commitment to mediation under the Singapore Convention on Mediation, the Maxwell Challenge will provide an international platform for students to develop advanced mediation skills. Unlike other international competitions, past and present, the Maxwell Challenge will be the first to mirror real-world mediation and the entire mediation process, from pre-client consultations and negotiations to the mediation itself and the delivery of outcomes that serve the interests of all parties.

Now in its third year, the CGA Walk & Talk returns as an opportunity to connect with colleagues and friends while exploring the charming streets of Duxton Hill. Join us for a relaxed early evening stroll through one of Singapore’s most vibrant heritage precincts before returning to Maxwell Chambers Suites for networking drinks.

This year’s Walk & Talk will also be held in conjunction with the opening of the inaugural Maxwell Challenge, welcoming participants from around the world and celebrating the start of an exciting few days of collaboration, learning and friendly competition.

Whether you are new to international arbitration, looking to deepen your understanding of the field, or considering becoming an Associate member of Ciarb, this one-day introductory course provides a strong foundation in the principles and legal framework of international arbitration.

Our lecturers offer extensive practical experience in international arbitration, with particular expertise in IP and technology-related disputes. Participants can look forward to valuable insights forged through the rigour of practice throughout the programme.

As part of Singapore Convention Week 2026, Maxwell Chambers will launch The Maxwell Challenge, Singapore’s premier mediation moot competition designed to cultivate the next generation of dispute resolution leaders.

In this fireside chat with Ambassador David Huebner, participants will explore the relationship between diplomacy and mediation: how diplomats and mediators manage conflict, build trust, engage across differences, and help parties move from entrenched positions toward constructive outcomes.

The programme will also feature a mediation masterclass, “From Facilitation to Evaluation: Judgment, Trust and Technique in Mediation,” offering practical insights into the skills, judgment, and techniques that underpin effective mediation practice.

The India ADR Week 2026 will be held from 7th September 2026 to 11th September 2026, across three jurisdictions – Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi. Join us for a week of events revolving around the latest trends and issues in the international dispute resolution community.

9–10 Sep 2026 — Join TechLaw.Fest in Singapore for insights on AI, law, and tech innovation, plus global networking opportunities.