2023 Midyear Meeting

Thursday, November 9, 2023
(All events on Thursday held at Jones Day LLP /500 Grant St. #4500 )

1:45 pm                        Practitioners’ Forum check-in opens

2:15 – 3:45 pm              Cyberattacks: Public Law, Private Application

3:45 – 4:00 pm              Break

4:00 – 5:30 pm              The Challenges of Sustainable International Investment in Energy and Climate Change: How to achieve Reconstruction of Ukraine and Lessons Learned for Sustainable Investment

5:30 – 5:45 pm              Break

5:45 – 6:30 pm              Keynote Remarks - Lana Zerkal, Ukrainian diplomat, former Advisor to the
Ministry of Energy and former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine

6:30 – 7:30 pm              Reception, Sponsored by Jones Day LLP

Friday, November 10, 2023
(All events on Friday and Saturday held at University of Pittsburgh School of Law and surrounding buildings / 3900 Forbes Ave. )

8:30 am – 12:30 pm      ASIL Executive Council meeting  [by invitation only]
                                    William Pitt Union Ballroom

9:00 – 10:30 am            Pursuing a Career in International Law
                                    William Pitt Union Lower Lounge

10:30 – 11:00 am          Coffee Break

11:00 am – 12:30 pm     Publishing Tips with the AJIL Editors-in-Chief
                                    William Pitt Union Lower Lounge

12:30 – 1:30 pm            Lunch
                                    William Pitt Union Assembly Room

1:30 – 2:00 pm              Make way from William Pitt Union to Law School for afternoon sessions
(5 minute walk)

2:00 – 3:30 pm              Research Forum Session I
                                    University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Rooms 107, 109, 111, 113, and Alcoa

3:30 – 3:45 pm              Coffee Break

3:45 – 5:15 pm              Research Forum Session II
                                    University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Rooms 107, 109, 111, 113, and Alcoa

5:15 – 5:30 pm              Break

5:30 – 6:15 pm              Keynote Remarks - Horia Mosadiq, Afghan human rights activist, political analyst, and journalist
                                    University of Pittsburgh School of Law Courtroom

6:15 – 6:30 pm              Make way from Law School to Alumni Hall for reception (10 minute walk)

6:30 – 8:00 pm              Reception, Hosted by University of Pittsburgh School of Law
                                    Alumni Hall Connolly Ballroom (4227 Fifth Ave.)

Saturday, November 12, 2022

8:30 – 11:30 am            AJIL Board meeting [by invitation only]
                                    University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Conference Room 118

9:00 – 9:30 am              Breakfast & Coffee
                                   
9:30 – 11:00 am             Research Forum Session III
University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Rooms 107, 109, 111, 113, and Alcoa

11:00 – 11:15 am          Coffee Break

11:15 am – 12:45 pm     Research Forum Session IV
                                    University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Rooms 107, 109, 111, 113, and Alcoa

12:45 – 1:00 pm            Make way from Law School to Alumni Hall for lunch (10 minute walk)

1:00 – 2:15 pm              Lunch
                                    Alumni Hall Connolly Ballroom (4227 Fifth Ave.)

2:15 – 2:30 pm              Make way from Alumni Hall to Law School for afternoon sessions
(10 minute walk)

2:30 – 4:00 pm              Research Forum Session V
University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Rooms 107, 109, 111, 113, and Alcoa

4:00 – 4:15 pm              Coffee Break

4:15 – 5:45 pm              Research Forum Session VI
                                    University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Rooms 107, 109, 111, 113, and Alcoa

5:45 – 6:15 pm              Make way from Law School to Carnegie Museum of Art for closing reception
(15 minute walk)

6:15 – 8:00 pm              Closing Reception, Carnegie Museum of Art, Grand Staircase
                                    4400 Forbes Ave.

Midyear Meeting Registration

Standalone Practitioners' Forum Registration

REGISTRATION

How can I register?
You can register exclusively on our website: https://www.asil.org/midyear-meeting. There, you will also see the registration rates.

What is the registration deadline?
The registration deadline is Tuesday, November 7th, no later than 5:00pm ET.

I missed the registration deadline, can I register on-site on the first day of the Meeting?
No, you must register for the Midyear Meeting in advance. No same-day registrations or “walk-ins” will be accepted.

What is included in my registration?
You may register for all events of the Midyear Meeting, or register exclusively for the Practitioners’ Forum.

• Registration for only the Practitioners’ Forum includes attendance at Thursday’s events: the keynote presentation; substantive sessions; and reception.
• Registration for the Midyear Meeting includes access to the Practitioners’ Forum (all events listed above) and the Research Forum, as well as professional development training sessions on Friday morning; Friday and Saturday keynotes; lunch on Friday and Saturday; and receptions.

Can I register for only the Research Forum?
No. While you canregister for only the Practitioners’ Forum, in order to attend the Research Forum, you must register for the Midyear Meeting as a whole. Special rates for the Research Forum only will not be given.

Are hotel charges included in registration fees?
No, hotel charges are not included in the registration fee. Attendees must book their own hotel arrangements separately [see hotel section of FAQs]. 

What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations received on or before November 2nd, 2023, will be refunded 50% of your registration fee, less a $25 administrative fee to cover the cost of processing. No refunds will be available for cancellations made after November 2nd, 2023. All requests for cancellations must be made in writing to ASIL Services at services@asil.org.

Who qualifies for the Government, Non-governmental, and International Organization Rate?
To qualify for 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 through Executive Order to qualify for the privileges, exemptions, and immunities provided in the International Organizations Immunities Act.

I am a law student, do I receive a registration discount?
Law students from ASIL Academic Partner schools receive complimentary admission to the Midyear Meeting. See our website for a list of current Academic Partner schools. Reach out to your international law point of contact at your law school, who have the code to use during registration. If you have any issues, email services@asil.org. If your school is not an Academic Partner, the student rate is listed on the “Rates” tab on the Midyear Meeting website.

I am a speaker at the Midyear Meeting, do I receive a registration discount?
Yes, speakers are eligible for a discount. Please visit the “Rates” tab on our website for details. If you have further questions, please reach out to your ASIL contact directly.

Am I eligible for a discount?
All of our rates, including discounts, are listed on our website: https://www.asil.org/midyear-meeting under the “Rates” tab. We will not be offering discounts other than those listed on the website.

CLE INFORMATION

How do I sign up to receive CLE credits?
You must select the CLE add-on during Registration for the Midyear Meeting. There is a $30 fee associated with adding CLEs. If you registered without adding CLEs and later decide that you would like to add it, please email services@asil.org.

Will CLE credits be available at the Research Forum?
No, CLE credits will only be available for the two panel sessions at the Practitioners Forum on Thursday, November 9th. No Research Forum sessions will offer CLE credits. Nor will the keynote at either the Practitioners Forum or the Research Forum.

How to I comply with CLE requirements on-site?
You must sign-in and sign-out of each session on the CLE sign-in sheet. You must attend the full hour of the session in order to receive credit. We can only honor the attendance of individuals who registered for CLE in advance, AND who signed in and out on-site.

Will session materials be provided?
Yes, written session materials will be provided for each of the two sessions. They will be available via the ASIL conference app.

What states will these CLE credits be honored in?
We will be submitting these CLE courses to Pennsylvania only. However, if you are barred in a jurisdiction other than Pennsylvania, we encourage you to look up your state’s reciprocity rules. It’s highly likely that you can submit the certificate and record of attendance (that we will provide) to your Bar Association and receive credit. For example, New York and Washington DC typically honor this model.

HOTELS

What hotels does ASIL recommend?
A comprehensive list of hotel recommendations can be found here: https://www.ppt.pitt.edu/travel-expenses/local-hotels. You can also find additional details as a drop-down on the Midyear Meeting webpage on the ASIL website.

Is there a ASIL discounted rate for any hotels?
No, there is not an official ASIL hotel block or a special discount for the Midyear Meeting. However, if you use the link on the ASIL Midyear Meeting website, you will be directed to Pitt Law’s hotel website, and you can receive discounted rates through those links.

TRANSPORTATION

Which airports should I fly into/out of for the conference? 
Pittsburgh International Airport is the closest airport to the University of Pittsburgh, where the majority of the Midyear Meeting events will take place. You can find more information about the airport here: https://flypittsburgh.com/.

What is the best method to get from the airport/train station to the Midyear Meeting locations?

• Via car, it is roughly a 30-minute car ride from the airport to the University.
• Via public transportation, it is roughly a 1-hour trip from the airport to the University, via the “28x Airport Flyer” bus system.
• Taxis and rental cars are available from the airport. 
• The commute from Jones Day to the University is a 20-minute bus ride or a 8-10-minute car ride.

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS

What is ASIL’s Vaccination Policy for the Midyear Meeting?
We strongly recommend that all persons who plan to attend the 2023 ASIL Midyear Meeting, including speakers, attendees, exhibitors, staff, guests, and vendors, be fully vaccinated, defined as a full course of a World Health Organization (WHO)-approved vaccine plus any boosters for which you are eligible, completed not later than two weeks before the Midyear Meeting.

CODE OF CONDUCT

What are the expectations for attendee conduct at the Midyear Meeting?
The Midyear 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.

What should I do if I see or experience discriminatory conduct or harassment?
Allegations of misconduct should be reported to a member of the Society’s staff at the registration desk or via email at services@asil.org. The Society reserves the right to take any action it deems appropriate to address violations of these Guidelines, including by reporting the alleged misconduct to the individual’s home institution, filing a police report, and removal and debarment from the Midyear Meeting.

GENERAL/MISCELLANEOUS

Will Internet/WIFI access be available during the Midyear Meeting?
Yes, Internet/WIFI access will be available to attendees. Login details will be provided on site.

What is the dress code for the Midyear Meeting?
Business casual attire is recommended for all Midyear Meeting sessions.

What is the weather in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania during November?
The average daytime temperature is 53 degrees Fahrenheit with evening lows of 35 degrees. There is a chance of rain or snowfall.

Will the Midyear Meeting be accessible?
The Society strives to ensure that the Midyear Meeting is accessible to all attendees. If you need assistance to register or to participate in the 2023 Midyear Meeting, please contact services@asil.org.

Will a nursing room be available?
Yes, a dedicated nursing room will be available for those who may need it. You may inquire at the Registration desk if you need help finding it in the event space.

Can I attend the Midyear Meeting virtually?
No, all Midyear Meeting events will be held in-person. You are unable to attend or participate virtually.

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS

Please email ASIL’s Service Center, at services@asil.org with any additional questions.

This link will take you to the Pitt Law School’s Hotel Recommendations on their “Visit Pitt Law” page. If you scroll down to the Visitor, Guest and Alumni Coming to Campus and University Preferred Hotel Properties sections you’ll find a listing with “Book online here” links for each hotel and current discounted rates. Through the link, the hotels are listed in alphabetical order and include hotels that are both in Oakland (near the Law School) and Downtown. For your convenience, you can find below the hotels that are closest to the law school. Please be sure to visit the Law School’s link and the “Book online here” link for discounted rates.

• The Oaklander, Autograph Collection
• Hilton Garden Inn – University Place
• Wyndham Pittsburgh University Center
• Residence Inn by Marriott Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place
• Hampton Inn Pittsburgh University / Medical Center
• Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University Oakland

BENEFITS FOR ALL LEVELS OF SPONSORSHIP

• Acknowledgment in the Midyear Meeting promotional announcements reaching approximately 4,000 ASIL members and affiliates.
• Acknowledgement in the Midyear Meeting app, including banner ad and link to webpage of your choice.
• Recognition in the Midyear Meeting program distributed to each meeting attendee upon check- in (sponsorship must be confirmed by October 16, 2023 for inclusion)

GRAND SPONSOR - $10,000

• Recognition as a Grand Sponsor in all Midyear Meeting materials, including signage, printed materials (program, fliers, Practitioners’ Forum and Research Forum marketing), the Midyear Meeting app, and the ASIL website with a hyperlink to your webpage of choice.
• Sponsor representative introduced at the Friday Welcome and Saturday Closing Receptions.
• Promotion-quality digital photographs of Sponsor representative with Keynote Speaker, law school administration and ASIL leadership.
• Complimentary display table with promotional materials outside of Practitioners’ and Research Forums.
• Ten (10) complimentary registrations (with available CLE credits) for the Thursday Practitioners’ Forum and Reception.
• Ten (10) complimentary registrations for the Friday and Saturday Research Forum.
• Twenty (20) complimentary admissions for the Friday Welcome Reception.
• Ten (10) complimentary admissions for the Saturday Closing Reception.
• Double spread (two-page) Grand Sponsor ad in the Midyear Program.
• Recognition as a Midyear Meeting Grand Sponsor in the 2023 Annual Report.

PREMIER SPONSOR - $5,000

• Recognition as a Premier Sponsor in all Midyear Meeting materials, including signage, printed materials (program, fliers, Practitioners’ Forum and Research Forum marketing), the Midyear Meeting app, and the ASIL website with a hyperlink to your webpage of choice.
• Sponsor representative introduced at the Friday Welcome reception.
• Promotion-quality digital photographs of Sponsor representative with Keynote Speaker, law school administration and ASIL leadership.
• Complimentary display table with promotional materials outside of Practitioners’ and Research Forums.
• Six (6) complimentary registrations (with available CLE credits) for the Thursday Practitioners’ Forum and Reception.
• Six (6) complimentary registrations for the Friday and Saturday Research Forum.
• Ten (10) complimentary registrations for the Friday Welcome Reception.
• Six (6) complimentary admissions for the Saturday Closing Reception.
• One-page Premier Sponsor ad in the Midyear Program.
• Recognition as a Midyear Meeting Premier Sponsor in the 2023 Annual Report.

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $2,500

• Recognition as a Presenting Sponsor in all Midyear Meeting materials, including signage, printed materials (program, fliers, Practitioners’ Forum and Research Forum marketing), the Midyear Meeting app, and the ASIL website with a hyperlink to your webpage of choice.
• Complimentary display table with promotional materials outside of Practitioners’ and Research Forums.
• Four (4) complimentary registrations (with CLE credits) for the Thursday Practitioners’ Forum and Reception.
• Four (4) complimentary registrations for the Friday and Saturday Research Forum.
• Five (5) complimentary registrations for the Friday Welcome Reception.
• Four (4) complimentary admissions for the Saturday Closing Reception.
• Half-page Presenting Sponsor ad in the Midyear Program.
• Recognition as a Midyear Meeting Presenting Sponsor in the 2023 Annual Report.

FORUM SPONSOR - $1,000

• Recognition as a Forum Sponsor in all Midyear Meeting materials, including signage, printed materials (program, fliers, Practitioners’ Forum and Research Forum marketing), the Midyear Meeting app, and the ASIL website with a hyperlink to your webpage of choice.
• Two (2) complimentary registrations (with CLE credits) for the Thursday Practitioners’ Forum and Reception.
• Two (2) complimentary registrations for the Friday and Saturday Research Forum.
• Two (2) complimentary registrations for the Friday Welcome Reception.
• Two (2) complimentary admissions for the Saturday Closing Reception.
• Forum Sponsor listing in the Midyear Program.
• Recognition as a Midyear Meeting Forum Sponsor in the 2023 Annual Report.

For further information about Sponsorship Opportunities, or to create a custom sponsorship package, please contact Jack Karako, Director of Development at 202-939-6003 or jkarako@asil.org