Co-Chair
Stephen Baker
Co-Chair
Kate McMahon
Asset Recovery Committee
The Asset Recovery Committee, re-launched as an independent committee in 2023, provides an international platform for private and public-sector practitioners, civil society, international and regional organizations, policy makers, experts and funders to meet and discuss best practice and experience in the field of asset tracking and recovery, including asset recovery laws and orders, practical tools and techniques, know-how and case studies, from both criminal and civil law perspectives, across both civil and common law jurisdictions.
About the Asset Recovery Committee
The Asset Recovery Committee, re-launched as an independent committee in 2023, provides an international platform for private and public-sector practitioners, civil society, international and regional organizations, policy makers, experts and funders to meet and discuss best practice and experience in the field of asset tracking and recovery, including asset recovery laws and orders, practical tools and techniques, know-how and case studies, from both criminal and civil law perspectives, across both civil and common law jurisdictions. Asset Recovery is a multi-disciplinary practice area with asset recovery tools being relevant to asset recovery in cases concerning fraud, public and private corruption, insolvency, financial services, digital assets and cryptocurrency, sports, sanctions, shipping, private law matters, and war crimes. It is an important consideration both before and during the course of securing of judgments, orders and arbitral awards, at enforcement stages, and for the purposes of the financing of those processes.
The Asset Recovery Committee aims to create a model Asset Recovery Law in the near future to enhance the rights and tools available to plaintiffs and creditors, and is committed to providing a collaborative environment for key stakeholders to contribute to that process. In order to achieve that purpose, the Asset Recovery Committee will continue the significant efforts of its predecessor, the Asset Recovery Sub-Committee, in organizing regular conferences, seminars and workshops, distributing newsletters, and engaging to enable members to stay well informed of the latest developments in asset recovery practices globally.
Forthcoming conferences and webinars View All Conferences
Recognition and enforcement of annulled awards: a comparative approach across jurisdictions and strategic considerations
13 Jul 2026 1500 - 1630 BST
Webinar
IBA Annual Conference Copenhagen 2026
04 Oct - 09 Oct 2026
Copenhagen , Denmark
4th Annual IBA Asset Recovery Conference - Overreach in asset recovery: who guards the guards? Where states, courts, lawyers and investigators encroach on the Rule of Law
02 Dec - 04 Dec 2026
Marrakech , Morocco
Publications
Key practical asset recovery guidance drawn from the 3rd Annual Asset Recovery Committee Meeting panels
This article is drawn from a panel discussions at the 3rd Annual Asset Recovery Committee Meeting. When discussing the most common strategic and procedural pitfalls in cross-border asset recovery, rather than revisiting theoretical frameworks, this article focusses on practical experiences drawn from multiple jurisdictions, illustrating how apparently minor tactical decisions can generate significant – and sometimes irreversible – consequences. The discussion, co-moderated and confirmed that in international enforcement, disciplined coordination and strategic consistency are often as critical as substantive legal arguments.
Released on Jul 03, 2026
Top tips from investigators in asset recovery cases
This article advises legal professionals on the considerations they must take during asset recovery investigations, including the use of AI, digital evidence, ethical cooperation, thee speed of the investigation and more.
Released on Jul 03, 2026
The new Swiss committee for cultural heritage with a burdened past
Switzerland’s new looted-art commission will reshape how asset recovery claims are assessed for Holocaust-era and colonial-era takings. Furthermore, this article explains the concept of ‘burnt art’ and why it matters in the asset recovery process.
Released on Jul 03, 2026
Crypto development in Africa
Cryptocurrency is increasingly being adopted in Africa and Africa’s rapidly evolving digital asset landscape has opened new doors for innovation, Africa is one of the fastest-growing cryptocurrency markets in the world. This article explores why Africa is so rapidly adopting cryptocurrencies.
Released on Jul 03, 2026
Youth Asset Recovery Club
The Youth Asset Recovery Club is a branch of the Asset Recovery Committee targeting the next generation of asset recovery professionals. While the Asset Recovery Committee is open to members of all ages and at any stage of their career, the Youth Asset Recovery Club is aimed at giving a voice to the younger generation, allowing them to hone their skills in a targeted manner and providing them with a platform to network, as the future leaders in the field. The Youth Asset Recovery Club is actively involved in the events organised by the Asset Recovery Committee, both by contributing to content (e.g. attendance on conference panels) and also by arranging sub-events for the next generation of asset recovery professionals.
The criteria for joining the Youth Asset Recovery Club are the following:
- Membership of the IBA and the Asset Recovery Committee
- Professional experience of 15 years or less
If you are interested in joining, please contact Théo Reljic at treljic@svz.fr
Past Events
- Chris Phillips (Quantuma): “The conference was a combination of really high-class content via fully engaging panels (on a truly global scale) and really outstanding networking both in the hotel, at the dinner and two fun drinks receptions – all in a stunning Winter setting. I am sure we would be delighted to continue to support the Asset Recovery committee in the future”.
- Jacques-Alexandre Genet (Archipel Law), Paris: “Honestly, this event stands among the very best I have attended in the asset recovery area over the last few years – format, sizing and content were all excellent. I was very happy, and honoured to participate as a speaker to this inaugural conference”: How to track and to recover cryptocurrency?
- Piers Rake – Partner, Astraea Group: “One of the best conferences I’ve attended. As with everything in life, it’s all about the people you meet, and shared experiences. The conference was finishes off with an address by Lord Justice Briggs, and a great Q&A. I am looking forward to next years’ International Bar Association Asset Recovery Conference in Madrid”.
- Barry Robinson - BDO: “What a great inaugural IBA Asset Recovery conference. Such great attendees and networking events in a memorable location”
- Yves Klein: "Congratulations and thank you to all for a great conference, the bar is set high for the next one”.
- Marc Hassberger, Chabrier: “The amount of talent, experience and brain matter that was gathered together is mind blowing. It is only surpassed by the feeling of deep friendship and camaraderie running in this group”
- Dr Angelika H – Rahman Ravelli: “It was a remarkable event and I am already looking forward to the next one”.
Subcommittees and other groups
The Asset Recovery Committee also coordinates the activities of the following subcommittees/working groups.
- Asset Recovery Committee Advisory Board
Join us on LinkedIn
If you are a member of the Asset Recovery Committee, for additional networking opportunities, programs, interviews with fellow members and tips all exclusive to members, join our LinkedIn page at: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12834262/.