Annual Conference of the European Forum of the Legal Professions

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The 5th annual conference organised by ERA under the auspices of the European Forum of the Legal Professions, an inter-professional platform for structured dialogue among the representatives of legal professions in Europe. Here, common challenges and concerns can be addressed and joint positions formulated. Hosted by the Council of the Notariats of the European Union (CNUE) in Brussels on 16 November 2026, the event brings together leading representatives of European legal and judicial organisations to address the growing threats facing legal professionals and the justice systems they uphold.  

Against a backdrop of declining respect for the rule of law, rising digital risks, and increasing pressure on the independence of the judiciary, the conference will examine three interconnected challenges: the physical and personal protection of judges, lawyers, and other justice professionals; cybersecurity and data protection within justice systems; and the integrity of European justice institutions in the face of political pressure, corruption, and public trust deficits. 

Through a keynote address, scene-setting presentations, and three dedicated roundtables, participants will explore topics including the Luxembourg Convention, harassment of justice professionals, digital sovereignty, the use of AI in justice, judicial appointment procedures, and the threat of infiltration by criminal organisations. The event aims to foster cross-professional dialogue and identify best practices that can strengthen the resilience and independence of justice systems across Europe.