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A Defining Global Event for Legal, Tax & Dispute Resolution Leaders

The WONE Global Summit – Barcelona 2026 is the annual flagship convening of the world’s most forward-thinking firms and leaders in law, tax, disputes, risk, and business advisory. It is where global counsel redefines its role in a rapidly shifting world.

At this summit, visibility, influence, and opportunity converge. Attendees don’t just participate – they shape dialogue, deepen trust, build cross-border alliances, and walk away with tangible business outcomes and strategic media presence.

Why It Matters

  • Global Visibility: Position your firm and leadership on the international stage

  • Trusted Alliances: Build relationships that lead to business, not just contacts

  • Strategic Insight: Navigate disruption with intelligence and foresight

  • Prestige Recognition: Be part of the most credible awards in global counsel

 

A Two-Day Journey into Global Leadership

Day 1 – Rethink, Reconnect, Realign

invites you to step away from the noise and into a private offsite designed for deep thinking, relationship-building, and perspective-shifting.

Step away from the noise and into a curated environment designed for deep connection, bold ideas, and high-trust dialogue.

Hosted at a private offsite location outside the city, Day One is a non-traditional experience — combining strategic salons, cross-border insight circles, and private leadership dialogues in a setting where real partnerships begin.

This is where global conversations unfold over shared purpose, not PowerPoint.

What to Expect:

  • Intimate discussions with firm leaders, policy influencers, investors, and global practitioners

  • Strategic salons on law, AI, ethics, geopolitics, and business design

  • WONE Leader Circles: invitation-only deep dives

  • Offsite networking lunch + evening reception

You don’t just listen on Day One. You shift perspective.

Day 2

Brings us back together at the plenary — where cross-border counsel, high-trust partnerships, and global visibility take center stage.

DAY TWO: The Global Plenary & WONE Awards Ceremony

Where influence, recognition, and strategy converge.

The full summit comes alive at the Barcelona plenary venue — bringing together the brightest minds and boldest firms to chart the future of global counsel and advisory excellence.

This is the official summit day, where leadership visibility is at its peak — with high-impact panels, spotlights, and culminating in the prestigious WONE Global Awards 2026.

What to Expect:

  • Opening keynote + “Defining the Decade” global outlook

  • High-stakes panels on law, tax, cross-border growth, dispute resolution, AI, ESG, and structuring

  • Spotlights on the WONE Global 100 — the most forward-looking firms and leaders

  • WONE Global Awards Gala: Recognition that reshapes reputation

  • Premium networking with top-tier firms, clients, and collaborators

You don’t just attend Day Two. You become part of history.

The Pillars of Global Leadership (Focus Areas)

LegalTech & AI Horizons

  • Transforming Legal Practice with AI: How LegalTech and AI are revolutionizing traditional legal practices, including automation and enhanced efficiency.
  • AI in Legal Research and Document Review: The impact of AI on streamlining legal research, document analysis, and its future potential.
  • Automating Legal Services: Exploring automated legal services, their role in increasing access to justice, and their limitations.
  • Data Security and Privacy in LegalTech: Best practices for protecting data in AI-driven legal technologies and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
  • Ethical and Regulatory Challenges: Addressing the ethical concerns and regulatory considerations associated with integrating AI into legal practices.
  • AI and Predictive Analytics in Law: Applications of AI and machine learning for predicting case outcomes, managing risk, and improving compliance.
  • LegalTech Startups and Innovations: Emerging trends and investment opportunities in LegalTech startups and innovations.
  • NLP in LegalTech: Advancements in natural language processing for legal document analysis, client communication, and contract review.
  • AI Chatbots and Virtual Assistants: The effectiveness and limitations of AI chatbots and virtual assistants in providing legal advice and interacting with clients.
  • Future Trends in LegalTech and AI: Exploring upcoming innovations and their potential impact on the legal industry, preparing for future developments.

Intellectual Property in a Digital World

  • Evolving IP Laws and Regulations: Analysis of recent changes in intellectual property laws globally and their impact on businesses and legal practices.
  • Protection of Innovations in the Digital Age: Strategies for safeguarding intellectual property in an increasingly digital and interconnected world.
  • IP in Emerging Technologies: Challenges and opportunities in protecting intellectual property related to AI, blockchain, and other emerging technologies.
  • Global IP Enforcement: Best practices and strategies for enforcing IP rights across different jurisdictions.
  • IP and Corporate Strategy: How companies can leverage intellectual property as a strategic asset for competitive advantage and growth.
  • Intellectual Property and Sustainability: Exploring the intersection of IP with sustainable practices and how IP can drive or hinder environmental innovations.
  • IP Dispute Resolution: Effective mechanisms for resolving IP disputes, including alternative dispute resolution methods.

Global M&A, Restructuring & Turnaround

  • Current Trends in Corporate M&A:
    Analyzing recent trends and strategic approaches in mergers and acquisitions.
  • Cross-Border M&A Challenges:
    Addressing the complexities and regulatory issues in international M&A.
  • Effective Post-Merger Integration:
    Best practices for integrating organizations after mergers or acquisitions.
  • Innovative Restructuring Strategies:
    Exploring cutting-edge strategies for successful corporate restructuring.
  • Restructuring in Economic Downturns:
    Strategies for effective restructuring during periods of economic instability.
  • Insolvency and Bankruptcy Procedures:
    Understanding key processes and legal aspects of insolvency and bankruptcy.
  • Role of Insolvency Practitioners:
    The evolving role and impact of insolvency professionals in restructuring.
  • Debt Restructuring and Financing:
    Techniques for managing corporate debt and securing financing during distress.
  • Regulatory Compliance in M&A:
    Navigating the regulatory environment and compliance requirements in M&A.
  • Governance in M&A and Restructuring:
    The importance of corporate governance in M&A and restructuring processes.
  • Emerging Trends in Insolvency:
    Examining new trends and innovations in insolvency practices.
  • Crisis Management and Recovery:
    Strategies for managing crises and planning recovery post-restructuring.

The Future of International Disputes & Enforcement

  • Current Trends in International Arbitration:
    Exploring recent developments and best practices in international arbitration.
  • Cross-Border Mediation:
    Effectiveness and techniques for mediation in resolving international disputes.
  • Enforcement of International Awards:
    Challenges and strategies for the global enforcement of arbitral awards.
  • Role of International Courts:
    The impact and function of international courts in dispute resolution.
  • Conflict of Laws:
    Addressing the complexities of differing legal systems in international disputes.
  • Investment Disputes:
    Mechanisms for resolving disputes related to international investments.
  • E-Discovery in International Disputes:
    The use of technology and e-discovery tools in cross-border disputes.
  • Ethical Considerations:
    Navigating ethical issues in international dispute resolution practices.
  • Institutional vs. Ad Hoc Arbitration:
    Comparing institutional arbitration with ad hoc arbitration approaches.
  • Trade and Commerce Disputes:
    Resolving disputes arising from international trade and commercial transactions.
  • Enforcement of Judgments Across Borders:
    Mechanisms and challenges in enforcing court judgments internationally.
  • Future Directions in Dispute Resolution:
    Emerging trends and future prospects in the field of international dispute resolution.

Startup Capital & Entrepreneurial Ecosystems

  • Building a Resilient Startup: Strategies for Success
  • Innovation and Disruption: Redefining Industries
  • Navigating Global Markets: Scaling Your Venture
  • Social Entrepreneurship: Creating Impactful Ventures
  • Technology and Entrepreneurship: Leveraging Emerging Trends
  • Access to Capital: Funding Your Startup
  • Diversity and Inclusion in Entrepreneurship

 

Cross-Border Alliances, Expansion & Structuring

  • International Market Entry Strategies: Navigating New Territories
  • Legal and Regulatory and Tax Considerations in International Partnerships
  • Financing Global Ventures: Investment and Funding Opportunities
  • Intellectual Property Protection in International Markets
  • Technology Transfer and Licensing for Global Expansion
  • E-commerce and Global Supply Chain Management

 

Blockchain, Smart Contracts & Fintech Futures

  • Blockchain Fundamentals and Innovations:
    Understanding the core principles and latest advancements in blockchain technology.
  • Decentralized Finance (DeFi):
    Exploring the rise of DeFi platforms and their impact on traditional financial systems.
  • Smart Contracts and Their Applications:
    How smart contracts work and their use cases across various industries.
  • Regulation and Compliance in Blockchain and Fintech:
    Navigating the regulatory landscape and compliance challenges for blockchain and fintech innovations.
  • Fintech Disruptors and Trends:
    Examining emerging trends and disruptive technologies in the fintech sector.
  • Cybersecurity in Blockchain and Fintech:
    Addressing security challenges and solutions in blockchain and fintech applications.
  • Blockchain and Smart Contracts in Legal Industry:
    Applications and implications of blockchain and smart contracts in legal practices.

International Tax & Regulatory Intelligence

  • Global Tax Reform Trends:
    Recent developments and trends in global tax reform and their implications.
  • Cross-Border Taxation Challenges:
    Navigating complexities in cross-border taxation and compliance.
  • Transfer Pricing and BEPS:
    Strategies for managing transfer pricing and addressing Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) issues.
  • International Tax Compliance:
    Ensuring compliance with international tax regulations and reporting requirements.
  • Taxation of Digital Economy:
    Approaches to taxing digital businesses and addressing digital economy challenges.
  • Tax Incentives and Credits:
    Exploring international tax incentives, credits, and their impact on business decisions.
  • Impact of Global Tax Policies on Multinational Corporations:
    How global tax policies affect multinational corporations and their strategies.
  • Managing Tax Risks in Global Operations:
    Identifying and mitigating tax risks in international business operations.
  • Anti-Avoidance Rules and Regulations:
    Understanding anti-avoidance rules and their enforcement across different jurisdictions.
  • International Tax Dispute Resolution:
    Mechanisms for resolving disputes related to international taxation.
  • Emerging Trends in International Taxation:
    New developments and future trends in the field of international taxation.
  • Tax Planning in Cross-Border Mergers and Acquisitions:
    Strategies for effective tax planning in international M&A transactions.

Global Mobility, Immigration & Talent Strategy

  • Current Trends in Global Immigration Policies:
    Analyzing recent developments and trends in immigration policies worldwide.
  • Impact of Immigration Policies on Businesses:
    How changing immigration policies affect global business operations and workforce planning.
  • Visa and Work Permit Regulations:
    Navigating the complexities of visa and work permit requirements across different countries.
  • Global Talent Mobility:
    Strategies for managing and optimizing the mobility of global talent.
  • Immigration Compliance and Risk Management:
    Ensuring compliance with immigration laws and managing associated risks.
  • Economic Implications of Immigration:
    Examining the economic impact of immigration on labor markets and economies.
  • Immigration and Human Rights:
    Addressing human rights issues and ethical considerations in global immigration.
  • Family and Dependent Visas:
    Policies and challenges related to family and dependent visa applications.
  • Global Immigration and Technology:
    The role of technology in streamlining immigration processes and improving efficiency.
  • Refugee and Asylum Seeker Policies:
    Current issues and approaches in handling refugee and asylum seeker applications.
  • Immigration Strategies for Multinational Corporations:
    Best practices for multinational corporations in managing immigration challenges.
  • Future Directions in Global Immigration:
    Emerging trends and potential future developments in global immigration policy.