American Bar Association International Law Section

🆕 Asia-Pacific Conference Program Spotlight: Singapore: The Regional Hub for Investments in South-East Asia (CLE) Thursday, February 27, 2025, 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm Register and view the agenda here: https://lnkd.in/ekhWbE_V Co-Chair/Moderator: Hermann Knott, Partner, KUNZ.law, Cologne Speakers: 💎 Tracy Ang, Deputy Head, Mergers & Acquisitions, Rajah & Tann Asia, Singapore 💎 Lian Chuan Yeoh, Withers KhattarWong LLP, Singapore 💎 Swee Yen Koh, Counsel, WongPartnership LLP, Singapore 💎 Bryan Shin, Foreign Attorney, Shin & Kim LLC, Singapore Corporate/Transactions Track Singapore has proven to be the major center for industrial and financial investments in South-East Asia. Regulators have also created excellent conditions for Asset Managers and Investment Funds taking their domicile in the City State. Singapore also offers an excellent infrastructure for resolving cross-border disputes, be it by litigation, arbitration or mediation. The panel will analyze the legal and regulatory framework as well as the role of the relevant institutions in creating such an attractive environment. Sponsoring Committee: International M&A Joint Venture Co-Sponsoring Committees: International Arbitration; International Mediation; International Private Client; International Tax; International Trade Program Co-Chair: John Shoemaker, Attorney, Butler Snow LLP, London/Singapore Program #arbitration #jointventure #Mergersandacquisitions #mediation #privateclient #tax #trade #international #asia #asiapacific #singapore

See the Next Episode of the LinkedIn Live Standout Series featuring Section Leaders Itzik Amiel, David Schwartz, and featured guest Deborah Enix-Ross! https://lnkd.in/eVjTjBnm

ABA Statement on the Recent Executive Orders! It has been three weeks since Inauguration Day. Most Americans recognize that newly elected leaders bring change. That is expected. But most Americans also expect that changes will take place in accordance with the rule of law and in an orderly manner that respects the lives of affected individuals and the work they have been asked to perform. Instead, we see wide-scale affronts to the rule of law itself, such as attacks on constitutionally protected birthright citizenship, the dismantling of USAID and the attempts to criminalize those who support lawful programs to eliminate bias and enhance diversity. We have seen attempts at wholesale dismantling of departments and entities created by Congress without seeking the required congressional approval to change the law. There are efforts to dismiss employees with little regard for the law and protections they merit, and social media announcements that disparage and appear to be motivated by a desire to inflame without any stated factual basis. This is chaotic. It may appeal to a few. But it is wrong. And most Americans recognize it is wrong. It is also contrary to the rule of law. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/dG2MMRXS

🍎 Registration for the Annual Conference is OPEN! April 28 - May 1, 2025 Register, view the preliminary agenda, and book your hotel: https://lnkd.in/e4N-sfgD Conference Highlights: 🍎 75+ Programs on Hot-Topic Areas of International Law including Arbitration and Mediation, AI, Criminal, Human Rights, Litigation, Trade, Transactions, and much more 🍎 Opening Reception and Programming at the historic House of the Association of the Bar of the City of New York 🍎 Committee Dinners at Fantastic Restaurants Around the City 🍎Dispute Resolution Programming at the American Arbitration Association International Centre for Dispute Resolution 🍎Group Outing to See the New York Mets Play the Arizona Diamondbacks https://lnkd.in/e4N-sfgD

Spotlight on Careers in 2025! The Section is hosting a career program for LLM Candidates in the International Student Interview program (ISIP) administered by New York University School of Law. The program is Monday, February 10, 2025, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Register for the event here: https://lnkd.in/effcVaJi Panelists will be giving advice and guidance on networking, closing the deal during the interview process, job opportunities in legal markets outside the US, and student leadership opportunities in the ABA and the Section. In addition to challenges students need to consider regarding work visas in the next few years. The distinguished panel includes: Moderator: 🟦 Fahed Alrawaf, Associate Director, The George Washington University Law School Speakers: 🟦 Mohammad Ali Syed, Principal, Offit Kurman  🟦 Xenia W., Counsel, Bennett Jones 🟦 Charlene Yim, Partner, Gibson Dunn #networking #LLM #international #careers Special thanks to Clara Solomon of NYU Career Services for her support and partnership to the Section, and dedication to LLM students.

Program Spotlight at the Asia-Pacific Conference in Singapore: Green Cooperation: Navigating the Intersection of Environmental Sustainability and Competition Law in the Asia-Pacific (CLE) February 27, 2025, 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm Register and view the full agenda here: https://lnkd.in/ekhWbE_V Competition Law Track Moderator: 💎 Leonardo Peres da Rocha e Silva, Partner, Pinheiro Neto Advogados, Brasília Speakers: 💎 Ryohei Tanaka, Partner, Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu, Tokyo 💎 Theon van Dijk, Partner, RBB Economics, Amsterdam/Brussels 💎 Ninette Dodoo, Partner, Freshfields, Asia/China 💎 Ee Kia Ng, Senior Director, Policy & Markets, Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS) 💎Scott Clements, Partner, Allen & Gledhill LLP, Singapore The panel will provide an overview of the current state of enforcement of competition laws as it relates to environmental sustainability agreements, with a special emphasis on the Asia-Pacific region’s contribution to this evolving area of law. It will also offer a platform for dialogue among international experts to share best practices and navigate the complexities of this topic. The discussion will cover global trends towards interpreting competition laws in a way that does not generate obstacles for companies to collaborate on initiatives to protect the environment and mitigate climate change. Sponsoring Committee: International Antitrust Law Program #asia #singapore #asiapacific #competition #climatechange #antitrust

🆕One Day Rates Now Available at the Asia-Pacific Conference in Singapore! February 26 - 28, 2025 at Singapore Management University, Yong Pung How School of Law Participate in an incredible week of networking, outstanding legal education programming focused on Asia, and superior evening events at the Singapore Supreme Court and the Singapore Cricket Club. Connect with 200+ practitioners from around the world. 8 hot-topic tracks include AI, Competition Law, Corporate/Transactions, Dispute Resolution, Legal Ethics, Restructuring/Technology, and Trade and Sanctions. Meeting highlights include: 💎 Singapore Attorney General Lucien Wong as a Keynote Speaker during the Opening Plenary 💎 Thursday Reception at the Singapore Supreme Court Building, hosted by the Singapore International Commercial Court, following a panel discussion with two justices 💎 Closing Dinner and Fireside chat with the Minister of Law and Minister of Home Affairs, K. Shanmugam SC, at the Singapore Cricket Club 💎 Career Planning Session for Law Students and Junior Attorneys 💎 Saturday Tours of the World Heritage Site Singapore Botanic Garden and the National Museum of Singapore 💎 CPD and CLE available Register and view the full conference agenda here: https://lnkd.in/ekhWbE_V The Law Society of Singapore #asia #singapore #asiapacific #international #networking #judiciary

🆕The Section is happy to announce that the law firm of Allen & Gledhill LLP is a Bronze sponsor of the Section’s Asia-Pacific Conference in Singapore. February 26 - 28, 2025 Register and view the full agenda here: https://lnkd.in/ekhWbE_V Established in 1902, Allen & Gledhill has grown from a colonial partnership of two in Singapore to become one of the largest and leading law firms in the region, with a notable presence in Asia. By combining their time-honored traditions of delivering excellent service to clients and a bold and dynamic vision for the future of legal practice, they provide their clients with the value-added and practical solutions suited to the modern economy and an inter-connected world. The firm constantly seeks out new opportunities to add value to the work that they do, while keeping a firm hold on the traditions that have led to becoming one of the best law firms in Singapore and the region. Their lawyers are the top in their field, and their experience combined with a focus on future planning enables them to foresee future trends and the shifting needs of the global economy. For more information visit their website: https://lnkd.in/gR23zjrE #asia #asiapacific #singapore #international

🍎Registration for the Section's Annual Conference in New York, April 28 - May 1, 2025, is Opening SOON! The Conference theme is “Adapting to Today’s International Legal Challenges: A New Era?” Top Reasons to Sponsor the 2025 Annual Conference: 🟥 Network with Managing Partners, In-House Counsel, and leaders of the legal profession from the most elite and distinguished law firms and businesses in the world that will converge to New York for a week of engagement and business development. 🟥 Delegates from 50+ Countries attended the New York 2023 Annual Conference with over 30% from Latin America, Europe and Asia 🟥 Maximize your organization's visibility and international reach by sponsoring the conference. Sponsorships range from $750 to $20,000 with a package to fit your budget and outreach goals. Special Events in 2025 Annual Conference: 🟥 Wine Law seminar with wine tasting 🟥 Opening reception in landmarked House of the Association of the Bar of the City of New York 🟥 Private suite at Citi Field Stadium to see the New York Mets play the Arizona Diamondbacks 🟥 Committee dinners at hotspots around New York City 🟥 Closing reception at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, at Lincoln Center Plaza #annualconference #NewYork #international #sponsorship #M&A #arbitration #disputeresolution #trade #

📢 CLE Webinar Spotlight: “Now They See You: Recent Developments in Ownership Transparency Around the World” (1.5 credit hours). Thursday, February 18, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Sponsored by the Section's International Tax Committee Register: https://lnkd.in/dN65nYN7 Moderator: ✅ Robert Misey, J.D., LL.M., Jr, Shareholder, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c., Milwaukee, WI; Senior Advisor, ABA International Tax Committee. Panelists: ✅ Health Martin, Partner, Tax Department, Chapman and Cutler LLP, New York City. ✅ Paul Millen, Jr, Founder and Principal, Millen Tax & Legal GmbH, Switzerland. ✅ Paolo Panico, Scotland Solicitor and Managing Director, Private Trustees SA, Monaco. ✅ Marcio Sperling, Partner, Sperling Advogados, Brazil. ✅ Yanping Wang, Principal, Miller Canfield, Cleveland, Ohio. Countries around the world are strengthening their beneficial ownership reporting and corporate transparency laws. You will learn why astute management of beneficial ownership reporting of entities is fundamental to serving your client. This panel of experts will provide updates on reporting requirements and legal developments in Brazil, China, European Union, United Kingdom, and the United States. #beneficialownership #cle #international #reporting #transparency