IBA Annual Conference Copenhagen 2026
4 Oct - 9 Oct 2026
Session information
The pursuit of job satisfaction in a 24/7 profession
Tuesday 6 October (1430 - 1545)
Committee(s)
Young Lawyers' Committee
(Lead)
Law Firm Management Committee
Description
Today’s legal profession often operates on an “always on” basis—constant access to emails, phones and messaging means many lawyers remain reachable well beyond office hours, including weekends and holidays, making it increasingly difficult to truly disconnect. Can lawyers still find fulfilment while meeting relentless client expectations and billable targets? This session will explore the tension between professional satisfaction, wellbeing, and financial performance in modern legal practice.
Session / Workshop Chair(s)
| Philippe Harles | Arendt & Medernach, Luxembourg City, Luxembourg; Co-Vice Chair , Young Lawyers' Committee |
Speakers
| Christina Blacklaws | The Law Society of England and Wales, London, England; Co-Chair, Bar Issues Commission Policy Committee |
| Veronica Franco | Ferrere, Asuncion, Paraguay; Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Young Lawyers' Committee |
| Hin Han Shum | Squire Patton Boggs, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong SAR; Communications Officer, Young Lawyers' Committee |
| Jose Vivanco | Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom, New York, New York, USA; North American Regional Forum Liaison Officer, Young Lawyers' Committee |