WILIG Career Roundtable: Breaking Barriers to Success in International Law Careers

Description: 

This annual roundtable conversation, sponsored by the ASIL Women in International Law Interest Group (WILIG), will feature accomplished professionals across the international law sphere, including in academia, government, international organizations, and law firms. They will discuss their career paths and offer professional advice and insights for women interested in pursuing careers in international law. The panel will also discuss women’s unique barriers and opportunities in international legal careers. The facilitated conversation will be followed by a Q&A session.

Panelists:

  • Laura Gault, Attorney Advisor, US Department of State
  • Dawn Hewett, Partner, Global International Arbitration and Investigations Practices, Quinn Emanuel
  • Fannie LaFontaine, Professor, Université Laval
  • Akila Radhakrishnan, Strategic Legal Advisor for Gender Justice, Atlantic Council
  • Valerie Oosterveld (moderator), Western Research Chair in International Criminal Justice, and Professor, University of Western Ontario (Canada)

This event is organized by the ASIL Women in International Law Interest Group.

Date and Location

Date: 
Monday, November 4, 2024 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Location: 
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