By Olga Symeonoglou

On April 25, the American Society of International Law and Georgetown University Law Center will host a one-day conference at Georgetown Law in honor of the 40^th anniversary of the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act. The conference program will feature a keynote by Chief Judge Diane P. Wood, U.S. Court of Appeals (7th Circuit), as well as panels on: the origins of the FSIA; sovereign immunity in international law and practice, enforcement, terrorism, and human rights; and the Argentine Debt Case.

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April 18, 2016

By Olga Symeonoglou

On April 21, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer and the American Society of International Law will host the first debate of the Young Arbitrator Debate Series. The debate is co-sponsored by ASIL’s Howard M. Holtzmann Research Center for the Study of International Arbitration and Conciliation. The question to be debated concerns third party funding; specifically, the assertion that “This House believes that Third Party Funding improves access to justice in international arbitration.” The debaters will be Jeffery Commission (senior counsel, Vannin Capital) and Mallory Silberman (associate, Arnold & Porter). The event is free but registration is required.

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April 15, 2016

By Olga Symeonoglou

On November 16, ASIL and the American Red Cross are co-sponsoring an event, “Conflicts & Conventions: Government Accountability on Torture.” It will take place at the American Red Cross National Headquarters in Washington, D.C. from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. The discussion will focus on measures used by the U.S. and other governments to address accountability for torture. Speakers include Ambassador Stephen Rapp, Juan Méndez, and Naureen Shah. The event is free but registration is required.

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November 15, 2015

By Stephen Kozey

Despite best intentions and efforts, the United Nations can never hope to completely prevent misconduct by its Peacekeepers. What, then, should the remedy be for those who suffer harm as a result of Peacekeeper’s misconduct? 

It’s an important issue given the widespread presence of U.N. Peacekeepers around the world, and one that will be discussed by three highly qualified panelists at the ASIL panel on February 26 at 12 p.m.. Visit here for more information on the topic, panelists, and location.

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February 24, 2014

By Stephen Kozey

If you are considering putting your degree to work at an international organization, don’t miss the ASIL’s New Professional Interest Group panel presentation this Wednesday, January 29, at 5:30 p.m. 

The panelists include four veterans who have worked at the United Nations, the World Bank, the Organization of American States, and other international organizations. They will be sharing their experiences and taking questions from the audience. 

And if you can’t make it in person, you can watch the live stream here.

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January 27, 2014

By Stephen Kozey

Everyone knows that China has become one of the most important economies in the world, and it plans to keep things that way. But how? On Wednesday, you can find some answers to that question at ASIL’s full-day presentation, featuring top Chinese government officials. The Assistant Minister of Commerce and his team will speak about China’s plan to stay on top, including discussion of clean and renewable energy laws and their affect on entrepreneurship in China.

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December 03, 2013

By Stephen Kozey

Brace yourself for what is guaranteed to be an exciting panel discussion relating to the recent court-martial of Army Staff Sgt. Bales, who was sentenced to life without parole for the killing of 16 Afghan civilians. Panelists, including lead prosecutor Lt. Col. Jay Morse, will discuss difficulties in investigating and prosecuting crimes committed in a war zone, the relationship between U.S. military justice and international criminal law, and perceptions of accountability and justice across cultures.

So, clear your schedule on Tuesday, November 12 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. and head to ASIL at 2223 Massachusetts Ave NW. 

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November 05, 2013

By Stephen Kozey

In a world where the majority of business transactions are digital, it makes sense that trade in services would join the club. Surely greater access to markets is good for business, but is the law, and international law in particular, prepared to deal with the inevitable issues of privacy, security, and digital piracy? If you want to find out more about the impact of digital trade on business, entrepreneurs, and consumers, check out the ASIL’s panel discussion, “Traveling the Electronic Silk Road,” at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, October 7.

As a bonus, you can preview panelist Anupam Chander’s new book, “The Electronic Silk Road,” for a taste of what’s to come on Monday.

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October 03, 2013