International Business Law Consortium
The International Business Law Consortium is a global affiliation of independent law firms, tax and audit advisors, and related professionals. The network cultivates transnational legal knowledge to promote efficient, effective, and service-oriented professional support for businesses operating internationally.
History and background
The IBLC was founded in 1996 under the auspices of the, an Austrian-based non-profit organization. The network was originally created to enable law firms affiliated with CILS to participate in its legal research, education, and development programs.Purpose and activities
IBLC provides a platform for its members to engage in:- Cross-border legal collaboration
- Knowledge sharing and peer networking
- Joint professional development initiatives
- International legal education and publications
Global presence
As of 2025, the IBLC has over 80 active member firms across more than 90 jurisdictions in North and Latin America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. It includes more than 3,000 professionals.Notable member firms include:
- – Luxembourg
- – Romania
- – Germany
- – France
- – China
- – Canada
- – Switzerland
Recognition
In the 2025 edition of the Chambers Global Guide, IBLC is ranked Band 2 in the category of Leading Law Firm Networks – Global Market Leaders.“The International Business Law Consortium is a leading legal network with a presence in established and emerging markets in North and Latin America, Africa, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. The network has skills in handling major cross-border business matters for its clients, in the areas of tax, M&A and employment in particular. Made up of approximately 3,000 individuals, the network's global capabilities are further strengthened by its connections with other international organisations, including professional services consultancy network IECnet.”
— ''Chambers & Partners, 2025 Global Guide''