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The PBLI International Summit is an annual, invitation-only event that brings together Primerus members, in-house counsel, and corporate executives from around the world for meaningful connection and collaboration. The Summit is designed to foster authentic relationships while providing a global forum for legal and business leaders to exchange insights and build trusted cross-border networks. This year’s theme, “Navigating Global Risk and Innovation: The Future of Legal Practice,” will delve into the evolving legal landscape, focusing on current challenges and opportunities across key legal and business areas.
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Please note the hotel deadline is April 13 at 5:00 PM EDT.
May 14-16, 2026
Miami Beach, Florida, U.S.
4525 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
2026 THEME
Navigating Global Risk and Innovation: The Future of Legal Practice
Primerus’ Business Law Institute International Summit brings together attorneys from around the world to enlighten and educate on topics that affect us all under the umbrella theme of “Navigating Global Risk and Innovation: The Future of Legal Practice.” We will take a look at the ever-evolving challenges and opportunities shaping today’s legal landscape. Through substantive panel discussions and curated networking opportunities, participants will delve into timely legal and business topics, including international trade, cyber security and data privacy, and alternative dispute resolution. The Summit emphasizes practical, real-world dialogue, creating space for candid conversations, shared experiences, and relationship-building between in-house counsel and Primerus members. Attendees will leave with valuable insights, meaningful connections, and a broader perspective on how the legal practice continues to evolve across jurisdictions.
Special Guest Speakers
Michael W. Kesti
Michael W. Kesti is chairman of Government Relations Group, LLC, a lobbying firm specializing in economic development, trade & tariffs, and international commerce. His experience and abilities offer clients the access to key U.S. Senate and U.S. Congressional offices, U.S. government department officials in Washington D.C., multiple state government officials, and numerous local government officials. Under his leadership, the firm has obtained specialized agreements for clients and over $10B in assistance and savings. He is a member of the prestigious Army and Navy Club in Washington, D.C. and the Penn Club of New York.
Gary M. Goldfarb
Gary M. Goldfarb, is chief strategy officer of Interport Logistics, LLC, a leading supply chain management providing foreign trade zones & customs bonded warehousing, inventory control, transportation, distribution services and fulfillment, and duty drawback expertise. With Interport, Gary has developed several key business units including Brasil Customs Pre-Clearance Center in Miami, GPS tracking and location technology, foreign trade zone, and trade facilitation consulting (over 600 FTZ activations in the past 12 years), as well as supply chain engineering.
Gary is also chief executive officer of Goldfarb Management Services, LLC and Island Sales & Development, LLC, consulting group’s providing foreign trade zone or land development consulting. Gary is also a member of the Board of Advisors of NextNRG (NASDAQ:NXXT) a technology implementation group for energy generation, transmission and distribution and Member of the Board of Directors of Alpha Terra Resources, an oil, gas and mining development group.
Goldfarb helped bring The Miami Free Zone back to its glory days, with over 96% occupancy, reaching almost $ 1 billion in trade in 2006. Prior to the Miami Free Zone, Goldfarb developed and obtained patents for software solutions for International Logistics. (From2.com). He built and took public Golden Eagle Group (NASDAQ:GEGP) , which became one of the largest third party logistics (3PL) companies is the United States, specializing in Inventory Control and Just in Time (JIT) programs. He has more than 50 years in international trade and supply chain management.
Goldfarb is actively involved in South Florida community and professional associations. As past chairman of the board of directors of Miami Dade Beacon Council, Miami-Dade County’s official Economic Development Organization, current chairman and member of the board of directors of The World Trade Center-Miami, current board of advisors of NSU Alan B. Levan Center, member of the board of directors of Global Empowerment Mission, former member of the board of directors of the International Trade Consortium of Miami Dade County, former member of board of Advisors of FDOT (Florida Department of Transportation), member of the board of advisors of FIU Jack Gordon Institute of Public Policy and National Security, chairman of the board of advisors of FIU (Florida International University) Engineering and Computing Master’s ELE Program, chairman of the advisory committee at Miami-Dade College School of Global Business. Former chairman of US Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program at Miami Dade College, Goldfarb is an inductee into the FCBF Hall of Fame (Florida Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders Association).
Linda Fisher, RPLU, CPLP
Linda Fisher, RPLU, CPLP, of Willis Towers Watson (WTW), is a law firm industry veteran with over 18 years of industry experience. She focuses exclusively on the legal sector. Linda’s client-centric approach to risk management is highly regarded by those she works with. She brings a proven track record of driving growth, managing complex risks, customizing client service plans, and tailoring unique coverage solutions to meet her clients’ needs. Her law firm insurance expertise includes:
- Lawyers Professional Liability
- Cyber Liability
- Directors & Officers Liability
- Employment Practices Liability
- Fiduciary Liability
- Crime, Property & Casualty
- Surety,
- Cross-selling
- Health & Benefit Plans
- Partner Compensation & Retirement Consulting
Before joining WTW, Linda was managing director, Law Firms at Marsh McLennan Agency, leading the national law firm vertical for mid-size and large law firms. Linda has also served on the underwriting side as the National Law Firm Practice Leader for Old Republic Professional, underwriting law firms ranging from Am Law 50 firms to smaller boutique firms. Her combined knowledge of broking and underwriting uniquely positions her to manage enterprise risk.
Beyond broking insurance, Linda goes above and beyond for her clients, working to facilitate meaningful relationships with industry leaders externally and within WTW.
Beyond broking insurance, Linda goes above and beyond for her clients, working to facilitate meaningful relationships with industry leaders externally and within WTW.
FEES
$3,899 U.S. Member Registration Fee
$2,899 Non-U.S. Member Registration Fee
$2,699 Young Lawyers Section Member Registration Fee
AGENDA
Thursday, May 14, 2026
| 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Opening Reception |
Friday, May 15, 2026
| 7:30 AM – 8:15 AM | Networking Breakfast |
| 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM | Welcome, Opening Remarks, and Introductions Roger E. Barton, International Summit Chair and Managing Partner at Barton LLP (New York, New York, U.S.) |
| 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM | Free Trade Zones in the U.S./Benefits for Tariff-Impacted Industries Elias Correa Menendez – Trembly Law Firm (Miami, Florida, U.S.) Michael Kesti – Government Relations Group, LLC (Miami, Florida, U.S.) Gary Goldfarb – Interport Logistics, LLC (Miami, Florida, U.S.) |
| 10:15 AM – 10:30 AM | Break |
| 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | AI as Your New Legal Support Tool: Use Cases, Best Practices, and Ethical Considerations |
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | What’s Keeping In-House and Law Firm Leaders up at Night? Linda Fisher – Willis Towers Watson Midwest, Inc. (Chicago, Illinois, U.S.) |
| 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM | Networking Luncheon |
| 1:45 PM – 4:30 PM | Private Miami “Yesterday and Today” Harbor Cruise |
| 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Golf at Miami Beach Golf Club |
| 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Developing Partners Section Happy Hour |
| 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM | Reception and Dinner |
Saturday, May 16, 2026
| 7:30 AM – 8:15 AM | Networking Breakfast |
| 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Disputes, Litigation, and ADR – The Experienced Practitioner’s Guide to Winning: U.S. and International Perspectives |
| 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Cybersecurity and Data Privacy in Today’s AI World |
| 10:30 AM – 10:45 AM | Break |
| 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM | Challenges and Opportunities for Outside Counsel: Interactive Session Led by In-House Counsel |
| 11:45 AM – 12:00 PM | Closing Remarks |
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LEISURE ACTIVITIES
Private Miami "Yesterday and Today" Harbor Cruise
Friday, May 15, 2026
1:45 PM departure/4:30 PM return
$140 each
Capacity: 25
Join us on a cruise back in time, where we share the history of a once forgotten swamp and the inspirational people that made Miami what it is today.
The cruise will take you up the Miami River to learn about Julia Tuttle and her great achievement of partnering with Henry Flagler to bring the railroad to Miami, as well as learning about Carl Fisher and the creation of the ‘Venice of the Americas’ Star, Hibiscus, Palm, and Venetian islands.
Not to worry for those that want to hear about the modern city; we will also point out all the known celebrity houses as we cruise through the bay.
Drinks and snacks provided.
Group transportation provided.
Golf at Miami Beach Golf Club
Friday, May 15, 2026
Tee Times: 2:00 PM, 2:10 PM
8 spots – $175 each for 18 holes, cart fee and 30 balls included.
Rental clubs are $80 per set.
There are no rental shoes available.
This course originally opened as Bayshore Golf Course in 1923 as part of pioneering developer Carl Fisher's ambitious Alton Beach subdivision that was designed to lure wealthy winter residents from New York, Indianapolis, and Detroit.
The City of Miami Beach hired Arthur Hills/Steve Forrest and Associates for the latest and most extensive transformation. The once tired and under-utilized Bayshore has now become the elegant and highly regarded Miami Beach Golf Club. The result is a beautifully restored landmark that will be enjoyed by South Florida residents and visitors from around the world for years to come.
REGISTER NOW!
Please note the hotel deadline is April 13 at 5:00 PM EDT.
Questions?
Contact Sarah Russ at sruss@primerus.com or by phone at +1 800.968.2211 or +1 616.454.9939