Call for Papers: Emerging Scholars Group (ESG) by Insolvency Law Academy: Submit Abstracts by September 30!

About Insolvency Law Academy

Insolvency Law Academy (ILA) is an institute of excellence in insolvency. An independent think tank and research institution, ILA contributes to robust and evidence-based policy making and enhancement of professional and ethical standards in the insolvency industry through cutting-edge research, innovation and development of best practices.

ILA – an emerging soft infrastructure which has the potential to propel it into becoming the fifth pillar of Indian insolvency ecosystem, and a research institution with global footprint. Fueled by market support and stakeholders’ encouragement, ILA has taken long strides over a period of three years, creating impressionable footprints through its contributions. We have forged collaborations with many global and Indian institutions of eminence, and together with them, taken thought leadership in many futuristic areas.

The Insolvency Law Academy’s (ILA) Emerging Scholars Group (ESG) has announced the Call for Papers for the 4^th Annual Insolvency Scholars Forum (ISF), to be held from 24 to 26 January 2026 at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad, India. Founded by leading insolvency experts, including Sumant Batra, the ILA and its flagship conference have played a pivotal role in shaping contemporary insolvency discourse. Over the past three years, the conference has attracted distinguished participants from around the world and has become a key event for networking, idea exchange, and scholarly publication.

ILA particularly encourages young scholars to present innovative research that addresses the pressing challenges. In tandem, the ILA’s ESG continues to provide a vital platform for early-career researchers to present original insolvency scholarship and engage with mentors and peers globally.

Themes and Topics

ILA invites submissions that explore a range of critical and emerging themes shaping insolvency law today for emerging Scholars to present their research to their peers and to experienced scholars. Submissions are welcome in the following areas:

• Cross-Border Insolvency
• Digital Assets and Insolvency
• Individual Insolvency
• Household Debt
• Crypto Insolvencies
• Use of Artificial Intelligence in Corporate Insolvency
• ESG & Insolvency

Submission Deadline

30 September 2025

Notifications of Acceptance

Mid-October

There are limited grants available for selected presenters.

How to Submit?

Expressions of interest should be sent to ISF chairpersons Dr. Jonatan Schytzer and Ms. Ishana Tripathi at esgchair@insolvencylawacademy.com

Researchers and emerging scholars are encouraged to seize this opportunity to join a leading global forum for insolvency law innovation.

For more information about ILA, please visit insolvencylawacademy.com or email message@insolvencylawacademy.com.

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