From the Chair
Another BRIC in the Wall
While continuing to nurture its traditionally strong membership base in Western Europe (planning is already well underway for upcoming Fall Meetings in Paris in 2010 and Dublin in 2011), the Section is also firmly committed to strengthening its presence in other continents, as reflected by recent initiatives in the BRIC countries -- Brazil, Russia, India and China --which collectively account for more than a quarter of the world's land area and more than 40% of its population.
Last month, the Section hosted a successful conference in Moscow on “The Resolution of Russia-Related Disputes: The Next Wave”. The event was a sell-out, with many disappointed would-be registrants being turned away. Those who got in were treated to a series of lively discussions that reflected the incredible progress of the Russian legal system over the past two decades, but also featured candid insights about the continuing challenges to the rule of law and the work yet to be done.
Glenn Hendrix, Section Chair
Section Event Calendar
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Co-sponsored program
| Nov. 1-3 | International Commercial Arbitration in Latin America: The ICC Perspective |
Miami, FL |
The Ritz-Carlton South Beach, One Lincoln Road, Miami, Florida Co-Sponsored with the International Chamber of Commerce |
| Nov. 2-3 | The Energy Market in Houston: Law Society of England and Wales Trade Mission to Texas |
Houston, TX |
Co-Sponsored with the Law Society of England and Wales |
| Nov. 5 | Pathways to Employment in International Law | Multiple Locations |
Attend the Pathways Program at the University of St. Thomas School of Law - November 5, 2009! |
| Nov. 11-14 | AIJA Fall Conference 2009 |
New York, NY |
Co-Sponsored with the AIJA |
2010 Events
| Feb. 9, 2010 | ILEX Program: Cross-Border Collaboration, Convergence & Conflict | Sydney, Australia |
Banco Court, Supreme Court of New South Wales |
| Mar. 16, 2010 | 29th Annual Section General Counsels Appreciation Dinner | Washington, DC |
| April 13-17, 2010 | 2010 Spring Meeting | New York, NY |
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| Nov. 2-6, 2010 | 2010 Fall Meeting | Paris, France |
For sponsorship information or if you are interested in becoming a part of the Sponsorship Committee, please contact Jenny Abreu, Sr. Meeting Planner, at abreuj@staff.abanet.org or 202-662-1663. If you are interested in becoming a part of the Planning Committee please contact Duane Propst, Meetings Manager at propstd@staff.abanet.org or 202-662-1667. |
World Legal News From JURIST'S Paper Chase
About the Section
The Carter Center / W&L Transnational Law Institute Liberia Law Fellowship Program
Seeks Applicants for 2010 Fellowships
The Carter Center (TCC) and the Transnational Law Institute of Washington and Lee University School of Law (“W&L”) are pleased to announce the opportunity for recent law school graduates to work as law fellows for a variety of government and non-governmental institutions in Liberia. Fellows will be placed according to their backgrounds and interests at various government institutions, including: the Ministry of Justice, the Supreme Court, the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of Labor, the Ministry of Public Works, the James A. A. Pierre Judicial Institute, The Land Reform Commission, The Law Reform Commission, Independent Human Rights Commission, and The Carter Center.
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What's New?
The Section’s Nominating Committee, which is responsible for nominating individuals for Section Offices, seeks your input with respect to possible candidates for the following offices that need to be filled for the 2009-2010 Association year:
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The International Lawyer (TIL) and International Law News (ILN) Submission Deadlines
ILN Deadlines:
Spring 2010 Issue (International Litigation and Arbitration): December 14, 2009
Summer 2010 Issue (Climate Change): March 23, 2010
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ABA "Rule of Law"
Through its International Human Rights Law Committee, the Section may propose that the
A listing of Rule of Law letters can be found here.
Section Mission
The mission of the ABA Section of International Law is to be your gateway to global expertise and the international legal community.
The Section seeks to provide for members, prospective members and others with whom it interacts:
A. Continuing education to enable participants to keep up to date on international issues;
B. Networking and business development opportunities;
C. A role in promulgating and influencing public policy regarding international law; and
D. An accessible, welcoming environment.
