2025 ASIL Annual Meeting
REGISTRATION OPEN
ASIL will welcome these honorees and speakers to the 2025 Annual Meeting
E. Tendayi Achiume
(Grotius Lecturer)
Jamil Dakwar
(Distinguished Discussant)
Elinor Hammarskjöld
(Assembly Keynote Speaker)
Viviana Krsticevic
(Prominent Woman in International Law Recipient)
Claudia Salomon
(Charles N. Brower Lecturer)
James T. Gathii
(Honorary Member)
Joseph H. H. Weiler
(Manley O. Hudson Medal Honoree)
Leila N. Sadat
(Goler T. Butcher Medal)
ANNUAL MEETING REGISTRATION RATES |
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| Rates | Early Bird (ends Feb. 3) |
Regular (ends Apr. 11) |
| ASIL Member | $600 | $714 |
| Non-Member** | $825 | $945 |
| GOV/IO/NGO Member | $310 | $440 |
| GOV/IO/NGO Non-Member** | $510 | $641 |
| Speaker - Member | $350 | $350 |
| Speaker - Non-Member** | $460 | $460 |
| AM Committee | $350 | $350 |
| Student - Member | $110 | $110 |
| Student - Non-Member** | $140 | $140 |
CLE Credit Processing |
$120 | $120 |
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**Includes one-year ASIL membership. |
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Hudson Luncheon |
$90 | $90 |
WILIG Luncheon |
$80 | $80 |
(a) You are unable to obtain a visa for entry into the United States; or
(b) You are prevented from attending the Annual Meeting due to Covid-related restrictions, such as travel or quarantine requirements.
All cancellation and refund requests should be directed to ASIL Services at services@asil.org.
It all happens at the ASIL Annual Meeting
Every year, the ASIL Annual Meeting brings together prominent figures in international law and international relations in Washington, DC. Spanning over a century, this tradition offers a unique platform for industry leaders from law firms, academic institutions, publishers, corporations, government, and nonprofits to connect with their audiences and showcase their influence.For full details on 2025 sponsorship opportunities, please contact ASIL Development at development@asil.org or 202-939-6003.
2025 ASIL Annual Meeting Sponsors:
- American Branch of the International Law Association (ABILA)
- American University Washington College of Law
- Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
- Arnold & Porter
- The Asser Institute
- Brill | Nijhoff Publishing
- Cambridge University Press
- Canadian Council on International Law (CCIL)
- CBC Law
- Columbia Law Human Rights Institute
- Department of Defense Office of General Counsel
- Foley Hoag
- Georgetown University Center on Inclusive Trade and Development
- Georgetown University Law Center
- Library of Congress
- The Municipality of the Hague
- NYU Center for Global Affairs
- Oxford University Press
- Springer Nature
- The World Bank
April 16, 2025
Washington Hilton
1919 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20009
Full Details and Registration
The half-day ITA-ASIL Conference is presented annually by the ITA Academic Council with the American Society of International Law (ASIL) immediately preceding the ASIL Annual Meeting. Scholarship is a hallmark of this conference.
Disputes involving States parties have evolved from their traditional State-to-State paradigm. Today investment and commercial arbitrations between States or State-owned entities and private actors have become increasingly common and, by their nature, invoke questions of public international law (PIL). This conference explores the extent to which PIL's foundational principles have influenced international arbitrations involving sovereign entities.
Sources of PIL are at the foundation of investment treaty arbitration. The regime largely emanates from treaties; its substantive protections against expropriation and the international minimum standard of treatment derive from custom; and the application of these standards to concrete cases involves reference to general principles of law to fill substantive and procedural gaps. The relationship between PIL and investment arbitration has evolved over time calling into question whether PIL remains integral to investment arbitration and whether the field is moving away from its foundational principles. How has State responsibility evolved under PIL and ISDS jurisprudence and are these evolutions occurring in parallel or moving in different directions? What influence will international conventions and modern jurisprudence from international courts, such as those relating to human rights, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, have on the decisions of arbitral tribunals? And what are the potential future trajectories of ISDS in light of these changes?
At the same time, the classical divide between public and private international law is being blurred as PIL plays an increasingly significant role in commercial arbitrations involving State parties. Commercial arbitrations are themselves becoming more reliant on public international law for questions of attribution, sovereign defenses of necessity and national security, and even to discern and apply the governing law. What are the implications of this shift, and how does this convergence challenge the traditional public-private international law divide?
The result of these phenomena is that public international law is increasingly descending into commercial disputes, whether based in treaty or contract. On the one hand, this has given increased application, expression and texture to international law principles that might otherwise have lay dormant, but it has also stretched the traditional scope of public international law beyond its original State-to-State origins. Through this lens, the conference will discuss these developments in investment and commercial arbitration, questioning whether, and how, such changes should be resisted or embraced.
1919 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-483-3000
If you prefer to call, or if you need to add additional room nights outside of our discount window (April 15-April 20), you can call 202-483-3000 and press zero. Ask for in house reservations and reference ASIL's room block. The attendent will assist you with your booking needs. In order to receive the ASIL rate, please make sure you reference the ASIL Annual Meeting. You can also send an email to Adey.Solomon@Hilton.com with your details.
Discounted room rate cutoff is April 11.
Please do not respond to discounted hotel offers not originating directly from ASIL.
The international legal order is faced with both longstanding and novel challenges presented by changing cultural norms, climate and biodiversity crises, the resurgence of international armed conflict, democratic backsliding, revitalized nationalism, the ubiquity of big data, and groundbreaking technological innovations. While traditional international law and institutions have proven resilient in addressing some of these challenges, transitions are emerging in areas where existing frameworks may not be achieving the shared goals of the international community.
The 2025 ASIL Annual Meeting will question the efficacy of our international law traditions and the impact of ongoing transitions in the existing world order. Which traditional elements of international law and institutions remain effective, and which may not be fit for purpose? What can we learn from ongoing transitions for addressing contemporary challenges? Of which transitions should we be skeptical and why? What insights can non-lawyers such as diplomats, journalists, natural and social scientists, technology experts, commercial actors and artists offer as we probe the efficacy of traditions and transitions in international law?
The Society’s 119th Annual Meeting will be a forum for international lawyers from all sectors of the profession, policymakers, and experts from other fields to reflect on the implications of traditions and transitions in international law.
Substantive Tracks:
- Track One: International Human Rights, Humanitarian Law, and Criminal Justice
- Track Two: Transnational Litigation, Arbitration, and Dispute Resolution
- Track Three: International Trade, Investment, Finance, and Tax
- Track Four: International Organizations, Global Governance, and Global Health
- Track Five: Security, Foreign Relations, and Use of Force
- Track Six: Environment, Sea, Space, and Sustainable Development
- Keynote addresses by leading figures in international law
- Substantive panels on a wide variety of international law topics
- Multiple networking and social events
- Interest Group social events and substantive meetings
- Access to the leading publishers of international law materials
- Optional Continuing Legal Education credits
- Optional luncheons
Co-Chairs
Susan Franck, American University, Washington College of Law
Belén Ibañez, Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP
Nawi Ukabiala, Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
Committee Members
Shahla Ali, Faculty of Law, The University of Hong Kong
Jocelyn Aqua, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Sumudu Anopama Atapattu, University of Wisconsin Law School
Taylor Booth, Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
Sara Lucía Dangón-Novoa, Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP
Godwin Dzah, University of Alberta Faculty of Law
Amir Farhadi, Foley Hoag LLP
Geraldine R. Fischer, World Bank, ICSID
Matilde Flores, Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
Cherine Foty, Covington & Burling LLP
Eduardo Gonzalez, U.S. Courts
Rebecca Hamilton, American University, Washington College of Law
Katelyn Horne, Arnold & Porter LLP
Margaret Hu, William & Mary Law School
David Hughes, Trinity College, University of Toronto
Sun Young Hwang, Foley Hoag LLP
Anna Isernia, Dentons
Susan Karamanian, Hamad Bin Khalifa University
Marcus Levy, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US LLP
Asaf Lubin, Indiana University Maurer School of Law
Nicole Marton, Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
Margherita Melillo, International consultant, scholar at the O'Neill Institute
Paul Mertenskötter, Covington & Burling LLP
Kindra Mohr, Business for Social Responsibility
Karthik Nagarajan, Kimberly-Clark
Michael Newton, Vanderbilt University Law School
Elizabeth Nielsen, U.S. Department of Justice
Ibironke Odumosu-Ayanu, University of Saskatchewan College of Law
Obiora Okafor, Johns Hopkins University
Marija Ozolins, Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP
Paola Patarroyo, United Nations
Mark Pollack, Temple University
Tracy Reynolds, U.S. Navy
Benjamin Salas Kantor, International Court of Justice
Guillermo García Sánchez, Texas A&M University School of Law
Shubha Sastry, U.S. Department of State
Bart Smit Duijzentkunst, United Nations
Elizabeth Trujillo, University of Houston Law Center
Michael Waibel, University of Vienna
Federico Wynter, Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
Volunteer positions for this year's Annual Meeting have been filled. Thank you to all who applied.
The 2025 Annual Meeting is being held fully in-person. Registration is available online only. There will be no onsite registration. To register, you will need to comply with the vaccination policy described in this document.
Access to the Annual Meeting
A1: What is included in the registration fee?
The registration fee includes in-person access to:
- All plenaries, keynotes, and other substantive sessions (The complete list of all sessions is posted at www.asil.org/am.)
- ASIL interest group meetings and social events
- Receptions
- The Exhibit Hall
- Professional development sessions
A2: Are hotel charges included in the registration fee?
Hotel charges are not included in the registration fee. But ASIL does have an exclusive discount with the hotel. Registrants may reserve rooms at the Washington Hilton (1919 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20009) through the Annual Meeting portal at www.asil.org.am. A guaranteed rate is available until April 11, 2025. You can reserve online through the link on the website, or by calling with the discount code (also listed on our website).
A3: Are meals included in the registration fee?
Meals are not included in the registration fee. You may add the Hudson Medal and WILIG Luncheons to your registration for an additional fee. There will also be hors d’oeuvres available to all registrants at the evening receptions.
A4: Will there be kosher food available?
Yes, since the Annual Meeting occurs during the week of Passover this year, there will be Kosher for Passover food available. If you have not already indicated on your Annual Meeting registration that you would like kosher food options, please email asilannualmeeting@asil.org to notify us as soon as possible.
A5: Will Annual Meeting programs be available to in-person attendees for viewing after the meeting?
Select keynotes and plenaries will be recorded and posted on our website. But the majority of sessions will not be posted after the fact. The Annual Meeting Proceedings will be published within the year following the Meeting.
B1: How can I register?
Registration will be available online only, at www.asil.org/am.
B2: Can I register on-site?
No. There will be no on-site registration for the 2025 ASIL Annual Meeting.
B3: What is the registration deadline?
Registration will close at 5:30 pm ET on April 13, 2025.
B4: Where can I pick up my badge?
You will receive your badge upon check-in in-person at the meeting. Your badge will be created using the name and affiliation information submitted through the online registration process. Check-in desks will be located in the Terrace Foyer next to the escalators and outside the entrance to the Columbia conference space.
B5: Is there an “early bird” discount?
Yes. Early bird registration is available until February 3, 2025. Any registrations received after that date will be at the regular conference rate.
B6: Is there a discounted rate for the Government, Non-governmental and International Organization attendees?
Yes. To receive the Government/NGO/IO rate, you must be (a) a full-time employee of a U.S. or foreign government agency (federal, state, local or tribal) (government-supported universities or colleges, government contractors, and government consultants do not qualify); (b) a full-time employee of a U.S. or foreign non-profit organization recognized by the United Nations; or (c) a full-time employee of an organization designated by the President of the United States by Executive Order as qualified for privileges, exemptions, and immunities under the International Organizations Immunities Act.
B7: I believe I am entitled to a complimentary registration through an ASIL partner institution. If so, how do I register?
Please contact the ASIL representative at your institution for instructions on how to take advantage of the complimentary registration. If you need assistance in identifying your ASIL representative, please contact partnership@asil.org.
C1: What if I have to cancel my registration?
If you cancel on or before March 6, you may request a full refund, less a $25 processing fee, unless you wish to donate all or part of your refund. If you cancel after March 6 and on or before March 28, you may request a 50% refund, less a $25 processing fee, unless you wish to donate all or part of your refund.
No refunds will be available for cancellations made after March 28, 2025, unless you notify us that:
(a) You are unable to obtain a visa for entry into the United States; or
(b) You are prevented from attending the Annual Meeting due to COVID-related restrictions, such as quarantine requirements.
All cancellation and refund requests should be directed to ASIL Services at services@asil.org.
C2: Can I donate my refund to the Society?
Yes. Please notify ASIL Services at services@asil.org if you wish to make a tax-deductible donation to the Society in lieu of a refund.
C3: Should I obtain travel insurance?
This is an individual decision, but given the uncertainties related to global travel you may wish to consider this option.
COVID-19 Policies
D1: Will I need to wear a mask at the in-person meeting?
No, consistent with current District of Columbia masking guidelines, we will not require attendees to wear masks. However, attendees who are more comfortable wearing a mask are encouraged to do so.
D2: What if I test positive or am experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 in advance of the Annual Meeting?
Please do not come to the Annual Meeting if you test positive or are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. Please contact services@asil.org about a potential refund.
D3: What if I test positive or am experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 after I arrive at the Annual Meeting?
If at any point during the Annual Meeting you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or receive a positive test result, please leave the meeting or isolate in your room.
D4: Will the Annual Meeting be accessible?
The Society strives to ensure that the Annual Meeting is accessible to all attendees. If you need assistance to register or to participate in the 2025 Annual Meeting, please contact services@asil.org. The Washington Hilton is an ADA-compliant property and individuals staying at the hotel may request specific accommodations from the hotel staff.
All meeting levels of the 2025 Annual Meeting are wheelchair accessible and include direct elevator access. Every breakout room will have designated wheelchair spaces reserved directly off the main aisles with seating for support personnel as well.
If you need support to hear substantive sessions, please contact any member of the ASIL staff to request a hearing assistance device, which is supported by our on-site audio-visual company. If you are bringing your own hearing assistance device, please let us know in advance so we can ensure that our audio-visual services provider is prepared to support your equipment. The Society is unable to provide hearing assistance in spaces that do not have microphones for speakers, such as Interest Group business meetings.
If you have additional requests for accessibility assistance, please contact services@asil.org as soon as you make your plans to attend so that we may work with you in advance to support your participation at the 2025 Annual Meeting.
D5: Will there be Nursing Rooms?
Yes, there will be a nursing room available for those who need it onsite. To gain access, please ask the registration desk for a key card, which you will be able to keep for the duration of the Annual Meeting
D6: Will there be gender-neutral bathrooms?
Yes, one of the central bathrooms in the Annual Meeting space will be converted to a gender neutral bathroom.
E1: What are the expectations for attendee conduct at the Annual Meeting?
The Annual Meeting of the American Society of International Law is a professional gathering of individuals interested in the study and practice of international law. As a global leader in advancing international law and justice, the Society is committed to ensuring its events promote a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive community that recognizes the inherent dignity and equality of all people.
The American Society of International Law prohibits discrimination, including discrimination based on age, citizenship, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, indigenous origin, marital status, nationality, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic or veteran status.
All attendees, including speakers, staff, exhibitors, and guests, are expected to conduct themselves with proper decorum and to respect the dignity of their fellow attendees. Disruptive or offensive behavior will not be permitted.
The Society does not tolerate discriminatory conduct or harassment in any form, whether verbal or non-verbal, in person or electronic, including derogatory or offensive language, intimidation, or unwanted physical contact.
F1: Is CLE credit available for meeting sessions?
Yes, a number of the substantive panels at the ASIL Annual Meeting will be accredited for CLE. Sessions that are approved for CLE credit will be designated as such in the final program and in the meeting app. ASIL will obtain accreditation for all of the CLE sessions from Pennsylvania, and Virginia. New York attorneys can gain automatic approval for CLE credits from the Annual Meeting through the Approved Jurisdictions policy. Attorneys from states recognizing out-of-state CLE credits in compliance with MCLE standards can obtain reciprocity for credits earned at the Meeting, but each attendee is responsible for obtaining their own certification through their state board. ASIL will not submit on behalf of the attendee. There is a flat $120 fee for CLE registration for the Annual Meeting. You must include the CLE option during your registration to obtain the necessary credentials for CLE tracking.
F2: How do I get CLE documentation?
This year, ASIL will use a “code word” tracking system for reporting CLE requirements. At the conclusion of each session, the moderator will announce the CLE “code word” for the session. Individuals wishing to obtain CLE for attending that session MUST independently keep track of the code words for each session they attend. At the end of each day, CLE registrants will receive an emailed form that asks for their code words for that day. Only individuals who complete this form during the Annual Meeting will be awarded CLE credit. Each CLE registrant will also be given a CLE number at check-in. This number will also be required in the form. Every session accredited for CLE will have volunteers stationed at the entrance and exits, should you have questions.
F3: Can ASIL still provide me with a Certificate of Attendance if I forgot to write down the code word?
No. State CLE reporting regulations prohibit ASIL from changing an attendance record after the event has ended, regardless of whether or not you can provide witnesses to your attendance.
F4: Can I receive partial credit?
Credit shall be awarded only for attendance at an entire session. No credit shall be awarded for attending a portion of a session. You must attend all of a single session to receive credit.
F5: What should I do if I believe my Certificate of Attendance shows an incorrect CLE credit or contains a typo?
Contact the ASIL via e-mail at cle@asil.org with the following:
1. Your contact information (name, phone, e-mail, and address)
2. The session title
3. What you believe to be incorrect (my name is misspelled, etc.)
Providing ASIL with this information will allow us to respond back to you quickly. Please remember that ASIL may not change any sign in/sign out times after the Meeting has ended.
F6: How do I get my CLE certificate of attendance form?
Following the Meeting, ASIL will process all of the attendee records that contain scan in and scan out times for CLE sessions. ASIL will email every individual with a complete CLE record and ask for certain information (state(s) licensed, attorney id numbers, etc.) to be provided in an online survey form. Individuals who respond to that survey will receive their CLE certificate of attendance. Individuals who fail to respond to that survey will NOT receive their CLE certificates.
F7: Does my state require me to take continuing legal education courses?
In the United States, the vast majority of states require lawyers to take mandatory continuing legal education (MCLE) courses in order to practice law. Find out about your state's MCLE requirements on the American Bar Association website
http://www.americanbar.org/cle/mandatory_cle.html.
F8: Where can I find the CLE written course materials?
The CLE written course materials will be available to registrants in the Meeting app and on the website.
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