Cross-border pension issues are complex—no one should navigate them alone. That’s why IPEBLA exists.

Founded in 1987, IPEBLA is the only global forum for lawyers practicing pensions, employee benefits, and executive compensation law. We unite professionals from private practice, government, academia, and industry to share knowledge, solve legal challenges, and build lasting connections.

15

Countries represented

150+

Members worldwide

38

Years of cross-border dialogue

Registration is open!

20th Biennial IPEBLA Conference

Join us in Dublin from 17 to 20 May 2026 for the 20th Biennial Global Conference, where pension law professionals from around the world will come together to explore the legal, regulatory, and policy challenges shaping the future of retirement systems. 

View the program details & register →

The 99th edition of the International Pension Lawyer offers a comparative examination of evolving retirement frameworks across multiple jurisdictions. From inclusionary pension design in high-informality economies, to strengthened governance obligations in the UK, to alternative defined benefit risk-transfer structures, and U.S. policy responses to early withdrawal “leakage,” the articles provide practical insight into how legal systems are adapting to changing workforce realities. Together, they highlight regulatory innovation, shifting fiduciary expectations, and the ongoing global effort to balance retirement security with economic flexibility.

The publication features contributions from:
Wayne Hiller van Rensburg (South Africa), Oliver Reece (U.K.), Larisa Gordan (U.K.), Clive Pugh (U.K.), and Anthony Roda (U.S.).

Additional Resources