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What better place than The Hague to organise a conference on Human Rights and the growing importance of ESG in international business (and) law. We are excited to invite you to The Hague for the 2023 Half-Year May Conference of AIJA. In The Hague, ten thousand people are working every day towards a better, safer and more secure world. With the Peace Palace at the centre of it all, The Hague truly is The International City of Peace and Justice also known for the International Law, or as Former United Nations Secretary-General Boutros Boutros-Ghali called it the 'legal capital of the world’. The Hague has a deserving reputation of prestige, stature and influence. It is home to the Dutch Royal Family, the Parliament, over 160 NGOs International organisations, United Nations, 120 embassies and numerous courts such as the International Court for Arbitration, International Criminal Court, International Court of Justice.
The Hague offers a surprising and refreshing diversity. Historic and modern architecture harmoniously interlocks in the charming city centre. You might also be surprised by the city's playful side – with its beautiful 11 km long sandy beach, promenade, bars, restaurants, museums and a vibrant cultural scene, something that all the visitors love to discover. In and around The Hague you will find a vast network of organisations and initiatives in the fields of law, human rights and peace and justice, such as Clingendael – a renowned think-tank and expertise centre, NATO CIMIC Centre of Excellence, Centre for Innovation – Leiden University, The Hague Institute for Innovation of Law (HiiL) and The Hague Humanity Hub. Just to name a few.
The conference will feature three academic tracks. Taking advantage of our presence in The Hague, the first track will concentrate on the various Hague conventions. The second track will be dedicated to Arbitration, Litigation & Human Rights in view of the special place that The Hague holds in this regard. The third track will be dedicated to the Social and Governance aspect of ESG as the follow up on the discussions undertaken during the Half-Year Conference in Edinburgh in 2022.
In addition to a great academic programme in the new house for the arts, events, education and cultural encounter (Amare), the Organising Committee has arranged a social programme that will show you the surprising and refreshing diversity of The Hague. Not only will you get to dine and dance at the beach club, but you will also experience a fabulous gala dinner in the Kunstmuseum (home of the famous Victory Boogie Woogie by Piet Mondriaan), see the homes and experience the home cooking of local legal practitioners and you might even get to visit the Peace Palace (in which the International Court of Justice and the Permanent Court of Arbitration are housed).
We truly believe The Hague will provide a great stage for a memorable AIJA Half-Year May Conference to learn, network and share in the city during the day or at the beach in the evening sun. We look forward to welcoming both AIJA members and newcomers to The Hague in 2023!
SPONSORSHIP
We offer several sponsorship possibilities, with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or discuss a customised package to best suit your business needs. Be a part of AIJA's 2023 Half-Year May Conference in The Hague today. Click here to know more about the sponsorship packages.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
This is the first time in history of AIJA to hold a conference in The Hague, the place which has a great importance for all international lawyers due to the Hague conventions and instruments. The Hague Track will discuss various Hague conventions and instruments of the Hague Conference on Private International Law. We will focus on practical impacts of them on the day-to-day work of lawyers and recent related updates and news.
Disputes involving human rights have always been of crucial importance in view of the interests at stake. Dealing with such disputes as a dispute resolution practitioner can, however, prove difficult in view of the particularities that may arise in this context. This academic track, which shall be particularly relevant for members of the International Arbitration Commission and of the Litigation Commission, will focus on various types of human rights disputes that lawyers may encounter nowadays. Procedural tactics, practical aspects as well as issues on the merits will be discussed in order to determine what challenges dispute resolution practitioners are facing in their practice today. Building upon these findings, we will try to identify areas of improvement and how to make sure that lawyers handle human rights disputes in the most efficient manner in the future.
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This track continues where the Edinburgh Half-Year Conference in November 2022 left off.
ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) is often considered as a synonym for matters of climate change and the environment. However, ESG is increasingly at the top of the corporate agenda and carries a broad spectrum of topics including corporate governance, human rights, supply chain issues and employee relations. The ESG track will seek to explore the multidimensional aspects of ESG with particular focus on the Social and Governance pillars, sharing insights and practical guidance on key emerging trends and opportunities for international lawyers to address the rising demand for ESG services as global businesses and the investment community shifts to a green economy.
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Women today make up half the legal profession with an rising trend of mid-life women joining the global labour force. The number of Employment Tribunal claims in the UK alone that reference the menopause have nearly doubled in the last year. We would undoubtedly stand to benefit from gaining a better understanding of women’s health as it journeys through different stages of the menopause.
In today’s modern age of great digital advancements and diversification of culture, menopause is little understood by those who go through it and by their nearest and dearest. Menopause is commonly considered as a taboo subject and carries a stigma whenever it is brought up for discussion.
As lawyers, you will interact frequently with menopausal women, be they your colleagues, managers, friends and family or even your clients. The hesitancy to openly discuss menopause must change – we need to increase awareness and understanding of menopause, and how it affects everyone. Indeed, have you thought about how the law treats menopausal women in various legal contexts such as in family law or employment law? Have you ever considered the menopause to be a factor in your legal cases?
This workshop, a follow on from the successful reproductive health challenges workshop in Edinburgh, will guide you through an understanding of what the menopause is, how you can better support your colleagues and family who are going through this life stage, and how to better advise your clients where the menopause may be a significant factor. This workshop is not to be missed.
SPOTLIGHT ON HUMAN RIGHTS
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Have you ever run for human rights with AIJA? Be ready to show your renewed support and go beyond. As the amazing city of The Hague will give us the possibility to swim, cycle and run over various distances, AIJA will adapt its traditional Run for Human Rights to AIJA Triathlon for Human Rights on the occasion of the Half-Year May Conference.
It does not mean that you must do it all! You can also participate in one or two part of this challenge, either run, swim and/or bike. Remember that we do sport for a good cause: raising awareness about human rights.
Take up our challenge and join us in numbers on Thursday 25 May at 7:00 CEST!
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Human Rights are not only relevant for activists, pro bono attorneys, etc. Human Rights are becoming increasingly relevant to businesses and their lawyers too. Not just for lawyers who practice privacy laws or litigate about freedom of speech, but for all lawyers. Nowadays businesses face serious reputation and liability risks when they infringe human rights or allow their business partners to do so. With ESG requirements being included in laws more and more the compliance angle of this is becoming more relevant as well.
We want to discuss this with you: AIJA members, during a round-table session. Let’s share experiences, thoughts and worries and learn from each other!
The meeting will take place on Friday 26 May (14:00-15:00 CEST) at Amare Convention Centre.
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During the session, the keynote speakers will tell us about their experiences at international criminal law institutions such as the International Criminal Court, Yugoslavia Tribunal and Kosovo Tribunal. We will talk about how these organisations work, the lessons learned from the past and the problems that may arise when combatting crimes against humanity and war crimes. We will also discuss the role such organisations can play in combatting those types of crimes currently being committed in the world. Will there be a Ukraine Tribunal in the future? Or a general tribunal focussed on the crime of aggression?
This session will take place in the Peace Palace on Saturday 27 May (10:00-13:30 CEST).
The Peace Palace located in The Hague serves as international law administrative building. The building opened its doors in 1912, as its construction was initiated after the First Hague Peace Conference in 1899 discussing disarmament, international jurisdiction and arbitration, with the aim of hosting the Permanent Court of Arbitration. Currently, The Peace Palace houses such important institutions as the United Nations International Court of Justice and the Permanent Court of Arbitration. The place is, as well a home to the Hague Academy of International Law. Both courts and the Academy have at their disposal the Peace Palace Library holding an extensive collection of international law papers.
After the session guided tours will be offered to Conference delegates.
COACHING OPPORTUNITIES
AIJA strives to provide continuous professional development opportunities on multiple occasions. One of these moments is also our Half-Year May Conference in The Hague.The coaching sessions led by Baiba Strupisa, Ondřej Dvořák and Pascal Jossi will be offered to all attendees. Check out HERE the coaching opportunities and book your slot. The number of places is limited. The allocation of slots will be made on a first-come first-served basis.
SOCIAL PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
NEW! BOOK YOUR TICKET FOR THE OPTIONAL POST-WELCOME RECEPTION DINNER
(extra optional social function - not included in the registration fee)
If after the Welcome Reception, you are eager for a bit more AIJA atmosphere and looking for a place to eat, join the Organising Committee for a casual dinner on the rooftop of one of The Hague’s cool places. Located in the heart of The Hague, Bleyenberg is THE place for inspiration & fun. It is a crazy 5 stories concept with everything you need to have a perfect day & night.
Tip: book quickly as there are only 115 seats available.
When?
Wednesday 24 May 2023 – 20:30 -23:30
Where?
BLEYENBERG
Grote Markt 10
2511 BG The Hague
Tel: +31708002120
https://www.bleyenbergdenhaag.nl/
Price: 75 EUR excl. VAT
The ticket to the Post Welcome Reception dinner includes a welcome glass of cava, buffet menu, 3-hour drink package with draught beer, wine, water & softs.
Bookings will be organised on a first come first served basis and close on Friday 19 May at 12:00 CEST at the latest.
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WELCOME RECEPTION @ Nieuwe Kerk – Wednesday 24 May (18:00-20:00)
On the other side of Spuiplein, immediately across from Amare, lies one of the most splendid churches of The Hague: Nieuwe Kerk. Nieuwe Kerk is a national monument and one of the oldest buildings in the city centre of The Hague, founded in 1656. The church closed temporarily in 1969 and after a long restoration reopened as a concert hall and event venue. The intimate atmosphere and outstanding acoustics make Nieuwe Kerk a unique location to organise the Welcome Reception of this AIJA Half-Year May Conference. Fetch your badge at Amare and join us for this first networking occasion.
CONFERENCE DINNER @ Xiringuito Beach Club – Thursday 25 May (19:30-02:00)
A kilometre-long beach in the backyard, that is Scheveningen for The Hague. Four seasons a year a wonderful place to stay. Whatever the period, the effect of the fresh wind remains unchanged; a relaxed, rosy and satisfied holiday feeling.
The Conference Dinner will take place in Xiringuito, one of the cosiest beach clubs in Scheveningen where you will enjoy some Mediterranean vibes facing the North Sea. Do not miss this unique experience of dining on the beach while mingling with your fellow Conference attendees at the end of a full day of networking and learning. The evening will conclude will some grooving on the dance floor!
HOME HOSPITALITY DINNER @ Local Lawyers’ homes – Friday 26 May (19:00-23:00)
Do you want to experience more of the Dutch friendly spirit? Then you are in for a treat! One of the most anticipated evenings with a personal-local touch is the ‘Home Hospitality Dinner’, where local lawyers/participants open their homes to welcome AIJA members from around the world with local traditions, food and drinks. Gain insights into the lifestyle and hospitality of the city hosting the Conference in a friendly atmosphere experience.
Note: Participants will individually receive the name of the host and their address via email. If you are unable to attend, please let the organisers know as soon as possible! Please remember to bring a small gift for the host, in the form of a souvenir from your country. Don’t forget that many of the hosts are not AIJA members and have never attended AIJA events before.
POST HOME HOSPITALITY AFTERPARTY @ Crazy Pianos Club – Friday 26 May (23:00-03:00)
Enjoy the best AIJA afterparty at Crazy Pianos! The club is known for its unique live entertainment with the best artists on their world-famous red pianos combined with a great drummer and amazing saxophonist and/or DJ. Come and enjoy this unbeatable local experience with all delegates and home hospitality hosts.
GALA DINNER @ Kunst Museum – Saturday 27 May (19:00-01:00)
The Kunstmuseum is a modern palace of the arts. Step inside this enchanting building, wander through its beautiful daylit galleries and discover that special work of art that touches you personally. You might even leave a little in love. With that extraordinary painting by Monet, that impressive photography exhibition, the adventurous life of Piet Mondrian, the intimate galleries, or the period rooms full of Delftware. A visit to the Kunstmuseum is always a memorable and meaningful experience, so get ready for an AIJA Gala Dinner & closing party in such a setting.
Theme & dress code: ‘Everyone is a piece of art’ – Be as iconic as the Joconde or the very local Girl with the Pearl Earring, get into a cubist or impressionist mood, or adopt a monochrome Klein blue style: let the inspiration flow and add that special arty touch which will make you so unique.
AIJA ALUMNI GATHERING IN THE HAGUE
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On the occasion of the Half-Year May Conference in The Hague, we are pleased to once again invite AIJA Alumni to join a dedicated gathering organised by Alumni for Alumni. The meeting will take a form of a lunch signed by ‘La Cuisine d’Alexandre’ in one of the private rooms of the lovely Villa Coucou, 5 minutes away from the Peace Palace. With this new tradition on the horizon, we want to create for you a great moment and an opportunity to connect, share your experiences and reflect on the AIJA adventures (hopefully still many to come). Whether you are new to the AIJA Alumni community or if you already have more experience as an Alumnus/Alumnae, we would be delighted to have you there.
When?
Saturday 27 May 2023 – 13:30-15:00
Where?
Villa Coucou
Laan van Meerdervoort 6
2517 AJ Den Haag
info@villacoucou.com
+31 6 34 10 50 62
Price: 97 EUR excl. VAT
The ticket to the Alumni lunch includes a welcome drink, seated 3-course menu with wine pairing, water/softs, coffee & tea.
Note: Alumni have the possibility to book tickets to the following Half-Year May Conference social programme via the same registration form:
- Home Hospitality afterparty at Crazy Pianos (Fri. 26/05 as of 23:00)
- Human Rights Session at the Peace Palace (Sat. 27/05 – 10:00-12:30)
- Gala Dinner & Closing Party at the Kunst Museum (Sat. 27/05 – 19:00-01:00)
Registrations must be done by 19 May (12:00 CEST) at the latest.
SPECIAL ESG DISCOUNT
Join AIJA in Edinburgh and The Hague*!
Have you registered and paid for the Edinburgh Half-Year November Conference 2022 (HYC)? Would you like to continue your knowledge development in The Hague during our Half-Year May Conference 2023? You can benefit from 100 euro discount to be applied to your final registration fee of the Hague HYC.
How?
Join both Half-Year Conferences
Make sure you paid for the Edinburgh Half-Year Conference
Be one of the first 50 people to register for the Hague Half-Year May Conference (on the first come first served basis, available to AIJA members and non-members, the registrations will open in 2023)
Benefit from 100 euro discount on your final registration fee of the Hague HYC
Please note that AIJA Officers are not eligible for this discount.
*The Edinburgh HYC is Part 1 of ESG discussions, while the talks will be continued in the Hague during the ESG track (being Part 2 and a follow-up to the previous debates). The above discount will be valid for the Hague ESG track, as well as the other two tracks (Hague Conventions: Practical Impacts to Every-Day Work of International lawyers in 2023 & Arbitration, Litigation & Human Rights: Taking Action Today to Protect Tomorrow).
AIJA Commissions involved
- Corporate and M&A
- Healthcare and Life Sciences
- Intellectual Property, Technology, Media, and Telecommunications
- International Arbitration
- International Business Law (+ Sports Law)
- International Private Clients and Family Law
- Labour Law (+ Immigration Law)
- Litigation
- Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership and Learning (SCILL)
- Sports Law
AIJA Interest Groups involved
- AIJA Women Network
- Human Rights
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Track #A - The Hague Conventions: Practical Impacts to Every-Day Work of International Lawyers in 2023
14:00 - 19:00
Registration & open welcome desk
15:00 - 17:00
Organised by the Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership and Learning (SCILL) Commission
For lawyers, content is king… but if you cannot deliver your message in a way that people actually listen, you won’t get the content across…
Join the SCILL Public Speaking Crash Course:
This will be a perfect platform to bring out the inner confidence and people's attention open to speakers at the HYC.
AIJA’s SCILL (Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership & Learning) Commission presents the Public Speaking Crash Course for all speakers, panelists and moderators to help elevate your stage presence, fine tune your presentation and practice your speech for greater impact!
You will learn last minute tricks and tips to enhance the professional delivery and impact of your presentation and already prepared content. The course will be a hands-on session where some of you will also have the chance to rehearse parts of your respective speeches (max. 2 minutes, subject to the number of participants) in front of a live audience consisting of fellow speakers and moderators. You will get valuable information and feedback on body language, rhetoric and impact. This is a chance not to miss!
This interactive session will be run by Wendy Rundberg from Studio Public Speaking.
For lawyers, content is king… but if you cannot deliver your message in a way that people actually listen, you won’t get the content across…
Join the SCILL Public Speaking Crash Course:
This will be a perfect platform to bring out the inner confidence and people's attention open to speakers at the HYC.
AIJA’s SCILL (Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership & Learning) Commission presents the Public Speaking Crash Course for all speakers, panelists and moderators to help elevate your stage presence, fine tune your presentation and practice your speech for greater impact!
You will learn last minute tricks and tips to enhance the professional delivery and impact of your presentation and already prepared content. The course will be a hands-on session where some of you will also have the chance to rehearse parts of your respective speeches (max. 2 minutes, subject to the number of participants) in front of a live audience consisting of fellow speakers and moderators. You will get valuable information and feedback on body language, rhetoric and impact. This is a chance not to miss!
This interactive session will be run by Wendy Rundberg from Studio Public Speaking.
About Wendy:
Wendy Rundberg, founder & owner of Studio Public Speaking, will help to sharpen your personal performance to reach your goal. She has experience in the field of personal presentations for over 20 years. She guides individuals and teams to success with her engaged and professional way of working, and result driven mindset. Many companies have benefitted from her expertise. Wendy worked with corporates by crafting their business presentations, helped companies to win Tenders with their presentations and coached various keynote and TEDx speakers.
18:00 - 20:00
Welcome address by Saskia Bruines, Alderman of the city of The Hague
@ Nieuwe Kerk
@ Nieuwe Kerk
07:00 - 08:30
AIJA Triathlon for Human Rights
08:00 - 18:15
Registration & open welcome desk
09:15 - 09:45
Welcome Addresses
Moritz Maurer, Niederer Kraft Frey & AIJA President 2022-2023, Switzerland
Marjolein van Rest, BarentsKrans, The Netherlands - on behalf of the Organising Committee
Keynote Presentation - Working together towards Global Justice
Egbert Myjer, Former judge elected in respect of The Netherlands (2004-2012) - European Court of Human Rights, Netherlands
09:45 - 10:00
Transfer to respective track rooms
10:00 - 10:10
Introduction:
Štěpán Holub, Holubová advokáti, Czech Republic
Štěpán Holub, Holubová advokáti, Czech Republic
Keynote Speaker:
Christophe Bernasconi, Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
10:10 - 11:15
Organised by the International Business Law Commission
We will deal with the Convention of 5 October 1961 Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents and address the following questions:
- What is legalisation (authentication) and why has an apostille made a difference?
- When do we need an apostille? Practicalities around legalisation. To apostille or not to apostille, that is the question.
- EU regulation 2016/1191 abolishing the requirement of certification with an apostille for certain types of documents.
- Bilateral treaties on legalising documents.
Moderator:
Bartosz Kuraś, Wardynski & Partners, Poland
Speakers:
Monika Křižánková, PRK Partners, Czech Republic
Gustavo Coelho, Bastilho Coelho Advogados, Brazil
Eirik Børstein, Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS, Norway
René Mauricio Alva, EC Rubio, Mexico
Guest HCCH Speaker:
Caio Gomes De Freitas, Legal Officer, Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
We will deal with the Convention of 5 October 1961 Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents and address the following questions:
- What is legalisation (authentication) and why has an apostille made a difference?
- When do we need an apostille? Practicalities around legalisation. To apostille or not to apostille, that is the question.
- EU regulation 2016/1191 abolishing the requirement of certification with an apostille for certain types of documents.
- Bilateral treaties on legalising documents.
Moderator:
Bartosz Kuraś, Wardynski & Partners, Poland
Speakers:
Monika Křižánková, PRK Partners, Czech Republic
Gustavo Coelho, Bastilho Coelho Advogados, Brazil
Eirik Børstein, Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS, Norway
René Mauricio Alva, EC Rubio, Mexico
Guest HCCH Speaker:
Caio Gomes De Freitas, Legal Officer, Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
11:15 - 11:45
Supported by
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11:45 - 13:00
Organised by the Trade, Retail, Agency, Distribution, E-commerce (T.R.A.D.E.) Commission
The international conventions on sale adopted in the past century were among the most successful, leading to the creation of a single body of law, approved by the vast majority of states, even of completely different legal systems.
In recent decades, however, this process seems to have stalled, and unification has continued in a jeopardized manner, by macro-areas and without a single body of law.
In this panel, we will consider how major international distribution conventions govern recent events that have severely stressed supply chains around the world, and how these conventions have been interpreted in different legal systems.
Moderator:
Giuliano Stasio, Macchi di Cellere Gangemi, Italy
Speakers:
Sara Khalil, Schönherr Rechtsanwälte GmbH, Austria
Timothée Giard, GATE AVOCATS, France
Stephan Korte, Kanzlei Korte, Germany
The international conventions on sale adopted in the past century were among the most successful, leading to the creation of a single body of law, approved by the vast majority of states, even of completely different legal systems.
In recent decades, however, this process seems to have stalled, and unification has continued in a jeopardized manner, by macro-areas and without a single body of law.
In this panel, we will consider how major international distribution conventions govern recent events that have severely stressed supply chains around the world, and how these conventions have been interpreted in different legal systems.
Moderator:
Giuliano Stasio, Macchi di Cellere Gangemi, Italy
Speakers:
Sara Khalil, Schönherr Rechtsanwälte GmbH, Austria
Timothée Giard, GATE AVOCATS, France
Stephan Korte, Kanzlei Korte, Germany
13:00 - 14:00
Supported by
14:00 - 15:15
Organised by the International Private Clients and Family Law Commission
The 1985 Hague Convention on the Law Applicable to Trusts and on their Recognition entered into force in 13 countries. Its influence however has been far greater since other countries choose to implement the common law trust concept of the Convention into their national conflict of laws. Other jurisdictions created fiduciary arrangements more or less similar to the trust.
Contrary to common law jurisdictions where the trust is widely used and has a long history, both inter vivos and testamentary, in civil law jurisdictions the trust’s image is clouded: from a historical perspective, Napoleon already discouraged the concentration of wealth over generations in the Code Civil. Today, the trust is often framed as a money-laundering (‘AML’) tool, used by criminals and key persons of sanctioned regimes.
From a tax perspective, setting aside money in an overseas trust raises income tax and inheritance tax concerns. Jurisdictions strive to attribute the income of the trust’s assets to their domestic settlors and beneficiaries, rather than to the trust itself or its elusive trustees. From an inheritance tax perspective the estate or the beneficiaries are also the targeted taxpayers.
Hence the importance of identifying the beneficiaries of a trust for AML and tax purposes through ultimate beneficial owner rules and international exchange of information agreements.
This panel will deal with the question why (not) to advise a trust to individuals and families in an international situation?
Moderator:
Ferenc Ballegeer, FB-tax, Belgium
Speakers:
Jenny Duggan, Stewarts Law LLP, United Kingdom
Bernhard Motal, Gasser Partner Rechtsanwälte, Liechstentein
Hannah Mantle, Forsters Service Company Limited, United Kingdom
John Davies, Farrer & Co, United Kingdom
Riccardo Vitolo, Dejalex, Italy
Armando Perna, Pozzi&Partners, Italy
Guest HCCH Speaker:
Melissa Ford, Secretary (Diplomat Lawyer), Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
The 1985 Hague Convention on the Law Applicable to Trusts and on their Recognition entered into force in 13 countries. Its influence however has been far greater since other countries choose to implement the common law trust concept of the Convention into their national conflict of laws. Other jurisdictions created fiduciary arrangements more or less similar to the trust.
Contrary to common law jurisdictions where the trust is widely used and has a long history, both inter vivos and testamentary, in civil law jurisdictions the trust’s image is clouded: from a historical perspective, Napoleon already discouraged the concentration of wealth over generations in the Code Civil. Today, the trust is often framed as a money-laundering (‘AML’) tool, used by criminals and key persons of sanctioned regimes.
From a tax perspective, setting aside money in an overseas trust raises income tax and inheritance tax concerns. Jurisdictions strive to attribute the income of the trust’s assets to their domestic settlors and beneficiaries, rather than to the trust itself or its elusive trustees. From an inheritance tax perspective the estate or the beneficiaries are also the targeted taxpayers.
Hence the importance of identifying the beneficiaries of a trust for AML and tax purposes through ultimate beneficial owner rules and international exchange of information agreements.
This panel will deal with the question why (not) to advise a trust to individuals and families in an international situation?
Moderator:
Ferenc Ballegeer, FB-tax, Belgium
Speakers:
Jenny Duggan, Stewarts Law LLP, United Kingdom
Bernhard Motal, Gasser Partner Rechtsanwälte, Liechstentein
Hannah Mantle, Forsters Service Company Limited, United Kingdom
John Davies, Farrer & Co, United Kingdom
Riccardo Vitolo, Dejalex, Italy
Armando Perna, Pozzi&Partners, Italy
Guest HCCH Speaker:
Melissa Ford, Secretary (Diplomat Lawyer), Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
15:15 - 15:45
Supported by
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15:45 - 17:00
Women today make up half the legal profession with an rising trend of mid-life women joining the global labour force. The number of Employment Tribunal claims in the UK alone that reference the menopause have nearly doubled in the last year. We would undoubtedly stand to benefit from gaining a better understanding of women’s health as it journeys through different stages of the menopause.
In today’s modern age of great digital advancements and diversification of culture, menopause is little understood by those who go through it and by their nearest and dearest. Menopause is commonly considered as a taboo subject and carries a stigma whenever it is brought up for discussion.
As lawyers, you will interact frequently with menopausal women, be they your colleagues, managers, friends and family or even your clients. The hesitancy to openly discuss menopause must change – we need to increase awareness and understanding of menopause, and how it affects everyone. Indeed, have you thought about how the law treats menopausal women in various legal contexts such as in family law or employment law? Have you ever considered the menopause to be a factor in your legal cases?
This workshop, a follow on from the successful reproductive health challenges workshop in Edinburgh, will guide you through an understanding of what the menopause is, how you can better support your colleagues and family who are going through this life stage, and how to better advise your clients where the menopause may be a significant factor.
This workshop is not to be missed.
Welcome address:
Jennifer Maxwell, Blake Cassells, United Kingdom
Joanna Chew, Braddell Brothers LLP, Singapore
Moderators:
Claire Huijts, Pels Rijcken, The Netherlands
Louise Wong, Messrs. B. Mak & Co., Solicitors, Hong Kong
Speakers:
Natalie Sutherland, Co-Founder of In/Fertility in the City, United Kingdom
Helen O’Neill, Founder and CEO of Hertility Health and Lecturer in Reproductive and Molecular Genetics, United Kingdom
Moira Campbell, Kingsley Napley LLP, United Kingdom
15:45 - 17:00
Joint session with Track B – Arbitration, Litigation & Human Rights: Taking Action Today to Protect Tomorrow
This session will address the Hague Judgment Convention and discuss the recognition and enforcement grounds as well as the refusal grounds. The enforcement and recognition system of various jurisdictions and the relationship between the Hague Judgment Convention and the New York Convention will also be discussed.
Moderator:
Tanja Schasfoort, Stek Advocaten, The Netherlands
Speakers:
Cinzia Catelli, Bär & Karrer AG, Switzerland
Juan Mendoza, Sequor Law, P.A., United States of America
Wajma Mangal, MANGAL LEGAL Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH, Germany
Catherine Penny, Stevens & Bolton LLP, United Kingdom
Giacomo Pailli, MPM avvocati, Italy
Guest HCCH Speaker:
Ning Zhao, Principal Legal Officer, Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
Session is supported by
This session will address the Hague Judgment Convention and discuss the recognition and enforcement grounds as well as the refusal grounds. The enforcement and recognition system of various jurisdictions and the relationship between the Hague Judgment Convention and the New York Convention will also be discussed.
Moderator:
Tanja Schasfoort, Stek Advocaten, The Netherlands
Speakers:
Cinzia Catelli, Bär & Karrer AG, Switzerland
Juan Mendoza, Sequor Law, P.A., United States of America
Wajma Mangal, MANGAL LEGAL Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH, Germany
Catherine Penny, Stevens & Bolton LLP, United Kingdom
Giacomo Pailli, MPM avvocati, Italy
Guest HCCH Speaker:
Ning Zhao, Principal Legal Officer, Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
Session is supported by
17:15 - 18:15
Joint Academic Programme Committee (APC) + Officers of the Commissions Committee (OCC) meeting
17:15 - 18:15
National Representatives Committee (NRC) meeting
17:15 - 18:15
First Timers gathering
19:00 - 19:30
Departure from Amare Convention Centre + Voco Hotel
19:30 - 02:00
@ Xiringuito Beach Club
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08:30 - 09:45
Executive Committee meeting (for EC Members & AIJA Officers)
09:00 - 18:30
Registration & open welcome desk
10:00 - 11:15
Organised by the International Private Clients and Family Law Commission
This panel shall focus on the application of bilateral conventions and the Hague convention on international child abduction across various jurisdictions.
Case study: the impact of criminal proceedings and protection orders on return applications.
Moderator:
Niamh Ni Ghairbhia, Garvey Avocats, France
Speakers:
Chloé Gossart, ORIGO AVOCAT, France
Forum Shah, Dawson Cornwell, United Kingdom
Valentin Todorow, Raue, Germany
Joanna Wsolek, Joanna Wsołek Mediator, Poland
Melis Yokay, YALÇIN & TOYGAR, Turkey
Guest HCCH Speaker:
Philippe Lortie, First Secretary (Diplomat Lawyer), Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
This panel shall focus on the application of bilateral conventions and the Hague convention on international child abduction across various jurisdictions.
Case study: the impact of criminal proceedings and protection orders on return applications.
Moderator:
Niamh Ni Ghairbhia, Garvey Avocats, France
Speakers:
Chloé Gossart, ORIGO AVOCAT, France
Forum Shah, Dawson Cornwell, United Kingdom
Valentin Todorow, Raue, Germany
Joanna Wsolek, Joanna Wsołek Mediator, Poland
Melis Yokay, YALÇIN & TOYGAR, Turkey
Guest HCCH Speaker:
Philippe Lortie, First Secretary (Diplomat Lawyer), Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
11:15 - 11:45
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11:45 - 13:00
Organised by the International Private Clients and Family Law Commission
This panel shall focus on the scandal that arises when people are spouses in one country and strangers in another, as well as how The Hague Convention is helping to prevent and manage such situations. Such as…
- divorced in the Netherlands, but husband and wife in India or
- married in England, but complete strangers in Poland
Moderator:
Sabine Imdahl, Bowmer & Nuiten Advocaten, Netherlands
Speakers:
Daisy Tarnowska, Farrer & Co, United Kingdom
Sophie Zeilstra, LINK Advocaten, The Netherlands
Sandra Strahm, Schwärzler Rechtsanwälte, Switzerland
Lukas Deppenkemper, WHL Weiss Hippler Leidinger, Germany
Melanie Burtscher, Schwärzler Rechtsanwälte, Liechtenstein
Guest HCCH Speaker:
Philippe Lortie, First Secretary (Diplomat Lawyer), Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
This panel shall focus on the scandal that arises when people are spouses in one country and strangers in another, as well as how The Hague Convention is helping to prevent and manage such situations. Such as…
- divorced in the Netherlands, but husband and wife in India or
- married in England, but complete strangers in Poland
Moderator:
Sabine Imdahl, Bowmer & Nuiten Advocaten, Netherlands
Speakers:
Daisy Tarnowska, Farrer & Co, United Kingdom
Sophie Zeilstra, LINK Advocaten, The Netherlands
Sandra Strahm, Schwärzler Rechtsanwälte, Switzerland
Lukas Deppenkemper, WHL Weiss Hippler Leidinger, Germany
Melanie Burtscher, Schwärzler Rechtsanwälte, Liechtenstein
Guest HCCH Speaker:
Philippe Lortie, First Secretary (Diplomat Lawyer), Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
13:00 - 14:00
Supported by
14:00 - 15:00
Human Rights are not only relevant for activists, pro bono attorneys, etc. Human Rights are becoming increasingly relevant to businesses and their lawyers too. Not just for lawyers who practice privacy laws or litigate about freedom of speech, but for all lawyers. Nowadays businesses face serious reputation and liability risks when they infringe human rights or allow their business partners to do so. With ESG requirements being included in laws more and more the compliance angle of this is becoming more relevant as well.
15:00 - 16:00
- Banking, Finance and Capital Markets (BFCM) Commission
- Healthcare and Life Sciences Commission meeting
- Insolvency Commission
- Litigation Commission
- T.R.A.D.E. (Trade, Retail, Agency, Distribution, E-commerce) Commission
16:00 - 17:00
- Commercial Fraud Commission
- Corporate and M&A Commission
- Environment & Energy Law Commission
- International Arbitration Commission
- Intellectual Property, Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (IPTMT) Commission
- Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership and Learning (SCILL) Commission
17:00 - 18:00
- Antitrust Commission
- International Business Law Commission (IBLC) + Sports Law Sub-Commission
- International Private Clients and Family Law Commission
- Labour Law Commission + Immigration Law Sub-Commission
- Real Estate Commission
- Transport Law Commission
19:00 - 23:00
One of the most anticipated evenings with a personal-local touch is the ‘Home Hospitality Dinner’, where local lawyers open their homes to welcome AIJA delegates from around the world with local delectable food and drinks. Gain insights into the lifestyle and hospitality of the city hosting the conference in a friendly atmosphere experience.
23:00 - 03:00
@ Crazy Pianos
10:00 - 11:00
Arrival at Peace Palace for security check
11:00 - 12:30
During the session, the keynote speakers will tell us about their experiences at international criminal law institutions such as the International Criminal Court, Yugoslavia Tribunal and Kosovo Tribunal. We will talk about how these organisations work, the lessons learned from the past and the problems that may arise when combatting crimes against humanity and war crimes. We will also discuss the role such organisations can play in combatting those types of crimes currently being committed in the world. Will there be a Ukraine Tribunal in the future? Or a general tribunal focussed on the crime of aggression?
Moderators:
Silvia van Schaik, Bureau Brandeis, Netherlands
Judith de Boer, Hertoghs Advocaten, Netherlands
Speakers:
Catherine Marchi-Uhel, Head of the United Nations International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism regarding Syria, France
Michael G. Karnavas, Defence attorney at inter alia the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands
Moderators:
Silvia van Schaik, Bureau Brandeis, Netherlands
Judith de Boer, Hertoghs Advocaten, Netherlands
Speakers:
Catherine Marchi-Uhel, Head of the United Nations International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism regarding Syria, France
Michael G. Karnavas, Defence attorney at inter alia the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands
12:30 - 13:30
Drinks & guided visits of the Peace Palace
15:00 - 17:00
Optional city tours
18:30 - 19:00
Departure from Amare Convention Centre + Voco Hotel
19:00 - 01:00
@ Kunst Museum
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Track #B - Arbitration, Litigation & Human Rights: Taking Action Today to Protect Tomorrow
14:00 - 19:00
Registration & open welcome desk
15:00 - 17:00
Organised by the Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership and Learning (SCILL) Commission
For lawyers, content is king… but if you cannot deliver your message in a way that people actually listen, you won’t get the content across…
Join the SCILL Public Speaking Crash Course:
This will be a perfect platform to bring out the inner confidence and people's attention open to speakers at the HYC.
AIJA’s SCILL (Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership & Learning) Commission presents the Public Speaking Crash Course for all speakers, panelists and moderators to help elevate your stage presence, fine tune your presentation and practice your speech for greater impact!
You will learn last minute tricks and tips to enhance the professional delivery and impact of your presentation and already prepared content. The course will be a hands-on session where some of you will also have the chance to rehearse parts of your respective speeches (max. 2 minutes, subject to the number of participants) in front of a live audience consisting of fellow speakers and moderators. You will get valuable information and feedback on body language, rhetoric and impact. This is a chance not to miss!
This interactive session will be run by Wendy Rundberg from Studio Public Speaking.
For lawyers, content is king… but if you cannot deliver your message in a way that people actually listen, you won’t get the content across…
Join the SCILL Public Speaking Crash Course:
This will be a perfect platform to bring out the inner confidence and people's attention open to speakers at the HYC.
AIJA’s SCILL (Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership & Learning) Commission presents the Public Speaking Crash Course for all speakers, panelists and moderators to help elevate your stage presence, fine tune your presentation and practice your speech for greater impact!
You will learn last minute tricks and tips to enhance the professional delivery and impact of your presentation and already prepared content. The course will be a hands-on session where some of you will also have the chance to rehearse parts of your respective speeches (max. 2 minutes, subject to the number of participants) in front of a live audience consisting of fellow speakers and moderators. You will get valuable information and feedback on body language, rhetoric and impact. This is a chance not to miss!
This interactive session will be run by Wendy Rundberg from Studio Public Speaking.
About Wendy:
Wendy Rundberg, founder & owner of Studio Public Speaking, will help to sharpen your personal performance to reach your goal. She has experience in the field of personal presentations for over 20 years. She guides individuals and teams to success with her engaged and professional way of working, and result driven mindset. Many companies have benefitted from her expertise. Wendy worked with corporates by crafting their business presentations, helped companies to win Tenders with their presentations and coached various keynote and TEDx speakers.
18:00 - 20:00
Welcome address by Saskia Bruines, Alderman of the city of The Hague
@ Nieuwe Kerk
@ Nieuwe Kerk
07:00 - 08:30
AIJA Triathlon for Human Rights
08:00 - 18:15
Registration & open welcome desk
09:15 - 09:45
Welcome Addresses
Moritz Maurer, Niederer Kraft Frey & AIJA President 2022-2023, Switzerland
Marjolein van Rest, BarentsKrans, The Netherlands - on behalf of the Organising Committee
Keynote Presentation - Working together towards Global Justice
Egbert Myjer, Former judge elected in respect of The Netherlands (2004-2012) - European Court of Human Rights, Netherlands
09:45 - 10:00
Transfer to respective track rooms
10:00 - 10:10
Nadia Ohlhoff-Smahi, Bär & Karrer AG, Switzerland
10:10 - 11:15
Everyone should have equal access to justice, with a right to legal counsel. This session will address potential hurdles for a party’s access to justice and right to a fair trial, such as costs, procedural tactics and (social) media influencing. In addition, the question of what constitutes valid consent to arbitration will be investigated.
Moderator:
Marijn De Ruysscher, LYDIAN, Belgium
Speakers:
Vincenzo Palmisano, PBC Legal, Italy
Edward Taylor, Shearman and Sterling, Hong-Kong
Diederik Van Tuyll, Höcker advocaten, The Netherlands
Gretta Walters, Chaffetz Lindsey LLP, United States of America
11:15 - 11:45
Supported by
11:45 - 13:00
This session will explore the disputes that can arise when (online) freedom of expression, including in relation to freedom of belief and religion, conflicts with other individuals' rights and interests, as well as with state-imposed restrictions. The special responsibilities and challenges of journalists as well as social media companies will also be addressed.
Moderator:
Adrian Zwettler, Binder Grösswang Rechtsanwälte GmbH, Austria
Speakers:
Sarah Clarke, ARTICLE 19 Europe, The Netherlands
Chloé Heydarian, Paris Bar School, France
Paulo Nasser, Nasser Advocacia Estratégica, Brazil
Michael Schifferli, Wenger Plattner Attorneys-at-law, Switzerland
Evelien Wijkstra, Free Press Unlimited, The Netherlands
13:00 - 14:00
Supported by
14:00 - 15:15
The protection of the right to privacy is gaining importance every day. This session will explore the various interests at stake in this context, in particular in relation to the balance between right to privacy vis-à-vis the right to information. When and which claim(s) for violation of the right to privacy may be raised, as well as which damages and/or remedies can be sought, will be discussed. Further, the best "arenas" to fight for one's right to privacy will also be addressed.
Moderator:
Jacopo Piemonte, De Berti Jacchia, Italy
Speakers:
Matthew Dacoronias-Marin, Dacoronia Law Offices, Greece
Evin Durmaz, MONFRINI BITTON KLEIN, Switzerland
Sean McCarthy, ArbTech, Ireland
Katarzyna Szczudlik, SSW Pragmatic Solutions Spaczyński, Szczepaniak, Okoń sp.k., Poland
15:15 - 15:45
Supported by
15:45 - 17:00
Women today make up half the legal profession with an rising trend of mid-life women joining the global labour force. The number of Employment Tribunal claims in the UK alone that reference the menopause have nearly doubled in the last year*. We would undoubtedly stand to benefit from gaining a better understanding of women’s health as it journeys through different stages of the menopause.
In today’s modern age of great digital advancements and diversification of culture, menopause is little understood by those who go through it and by their nearest and dearest. Menopause is commonly considered as a taboo subject and carries a stigma whenever it is brought up for discussion.
As lawyers, you will interact frequently with menopausal women, be they your colleagues, managers, friends and family or even your clients. The hesitancy to openly discuss menopause must change – we need to increase awareness and understanding of menopause, and how it affects everyone. Indeed, have you thought about how the law treats menopausal women in various legal contexts such as in family law or employment law? Have you ever considered the menopause to be a factor in your legal cases?
This workshop, a follow on from the successful reproductive health challenges workshop in Edinburgh, will guide you through an understanding of what the menopause is, how you can better support your colleagues and family who are going through this life stage, and how to better advise your clients where the menopause may be a significant factor.
This workshop is not to be missed.
Welcome address:
Jennifer Maxwell, Blake Cassells, United Kingdom
Joanna Chew, Braddell Brothers LLP, Singapore
Moderators:
Claire Huijts, Pels Rijcken, The Netherlands
Louise Wong, Messrs. B. Mak & Co., Solicitors, Hong Kong
Speakers:
Natalie Sutherland, Co-Founder of In/Fertility in the City, United Kingdom
Helen O’Neill, Founder and CEO of Hertility Health and Lecturer in Reproductive and Molecular Genetics, United Kingdom
Moira Campbell, Kingsley Napley LLP, United Kingdom
15:45 - 17:00
Joint session with Track A – The Hague Conventions: Practical Impacts to Everyday work on International Lawyers in 2023.
This session will address the Hague Judgment Convention and discuss the recognition and enforcement grounds as well as the refusal grounds. The enforcement and recognition system of various jurisdictions and the relationship between the Hague Judgment Convention and the New York Convention will also be discussed.
Moderator:
Tanja Schasfoort, Stek Advocaten, The Netherlands
Speakers:
Cinzia Catelli, Bär & Karrer AG, Switzerland
Juan Mendoza, Sequor Law, P.A., United States of America
Wajma Mangal, MANGAL LEGAL Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH, Germany
Catherine Penny, Stevens & Bolton LLP, United Kingdom
Giacomo Pailli, MPM avvocati, Italy
Guest HCCH Speaker:
Ning Zhao, Principal Legal Officer, Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
Session is supported by
This session will address the Hague Judgment Convention and discuss the recognition and enforcement grounds as well as the refusal grounds. The enforcement and recognition system of various jurisdictions and the relationship between the Hague Judgment Convention and the New York Convention will also be discussed.
Moderator:
Tanja Schasfoort, Stek Advocaten, The Netherlands
Speakers:
Cinzia Catelli, Bär & Karrer AG, Switzerland
Juan Mendoza, Sequor Law, P.A., United States of America
Wajma Mangal, MANGAL LEGAL Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH, Germany
Catherine Penny, Stevens & Bolton LLP, United Kingdom
Giacomo Pailli, MPM avvocati, Italy
Guest HCCH Speaker:
Ning Zhao, Principal Legal Officer, Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), Netherlands
Session is supported by
17:15 - 18:15
Joint Academic Programme Committee (APC) + Officers of the Commissions Committee (OCC) meeting
17:15 - 18:15
National Representatives Committee (NRC) meeting
17:15 - 18:15
First Timers gathering
19:00 - 19:30
Departure from Amare Convention Centre + Voco Hotel
19:30 - 02:00
@ Xiringuito Beach Club
Supported by
Supported by
08:30 - 09:45
Executive Committee meeting (for EC Members & AIJA Officers)
09:00 - 18:30
Registration & open welcome desk
10:00 - 11:15
This session will address discrimination-related proceedings, focusing in particular on discrimination in the workplace and in sports competition. Aspects related to migration and gender discrimination will also be addressed.
Moderator:
Eline Verelst, Laurius BV CVBA, Belgium
Speakers:
Tom Cleeve, Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP, United Kingdom
Claire Huijts, Pels Rijcken, The Netherlands
Sabrine Schnyder, Vischer AG, Switzerland
Maria Verwoerd, Ministerie van Justitie en Veiligheid, The Netherlands
11:15 - 11:45
Supported by
11:45 - 13:00
This session will discuss legal and ethical aspects of using strategic dispute resolution to access healthcare and needed medication. Can and should courts be used to influence the governmental decisions on the health system? If a country lacks compassionate use legislation, is litigation an alternative? Can courts fill in the gap? Can arbitration and other ADR processes assist?
Moderator:
Janine Reudt-Demont, Niederer Kraft Frey AG, Switzerland
Speaker:
Edoardo d’Ippolito, Cocuzza & Associati, Italy
Daniel Lucey, McCann FitzGerald, Ireland
Josefine Sommer, Sidley Austin LLP, Belgium
Christopher Wolters, BLOMSTEIN, Germany
13:00 - 14:00
Supported by
14:00 - 15:00
Human Rights are not only relevant for activists, pro bono attorneys, etc. Human Rights are becoming increasingly relevant to businesses and their lawyers too. Not just for lawyers who practice privacy laws or litigate about freedom of speech, but for all lawyers. Nowadays businesses face serious reputation and liability risks when they infringe human rights or allow their business partners to do so. With ESG requirements being included in laws more and more the compliance angle of this is becoming more relevant as well.
15:00 - 16:00
- Banking, Finance and Capital Markets (BFCM) Commission
- Healthcare and Life Sciences Commission
- Insolvency Commission
- Litigation Commission
- T.R.A.D.E. (Trade, Retail, Agency, Distribution, E-commerce) Commission
16:00 - 17:00
- Commercial Fraud Commission
- Corporate and M&A Commission
- Environment & Energy Law Commission
- International Arbitration Commission
- Intellectual Property, Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (IPTMT) Commission
- Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership and Learning (SCILL) Commission
17:00 - 18:00
- Antitrust Commission
- International Business Law Commission (IBLC) + Sports Law Sub-Commission
- International Private Clients and Family Law Commission
- Labour Law Commission + Immigration Law Sub-Commission
- Real Estate Commission
- Transport Law Commission
19:00 - 23:00
One of the most anticipated evenings with a personal-local touch is the ‘Home Hospitality Dinner’, where local lawyers open their homes to welcome AIJA delegates from around the world with local delectable food and drinks. Gain insights into the lifestyle and hospitality of the city hosting the conference in a friendly atmosphere experience.
23:00 - 03:00
@ Crazy Pianos
10:00 - 11:00
Arrival at Peace Palace for security check
11:00 - 12:30
During the session, the keynote speakers will tell us about their experiences at international criminal law institutions such as the International Criminal Court, Yugoslavia Tribunal and Kosovo Tribunal. We will talk about how these organisations work, the lessons learned from the past and the problems that may arise when combatting crimes against humanity and war crimes. We will also discuss the role such organisations can play in combatting those types of crimes currently being committed in the world. Will there be a Ukraine Tribunal in the future? Or a general tribunal focussed on the crime of aggression?
Moderators:
Silvia van Schaik, Bureau Brandeis, Netherlands
Judith de Boer, Hertoghs Advocaten, Netherlands
Speakers:
Catherine Marchi-Uhel, Head of the United Nations International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism regarding Syria, France
Michael G. Karnavas, Defence attorney at inter alia the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands
Moderators:
Silvia van Schaik, Bureau Brandeis, Netherlands
Judith de Boer, Hertoghs Advocaten, Netherlands
Speakers:
Catherine Marchi-Uhel, Head of the United Nations International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism regarding Syria, France
Michael G. Karnavas, Defence attorney at inter alia the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands
12:30 - 13:30
Drinks & guided visits of the Peace Palace
15:00 - 17:00
Optionnal city tours
18:30 - 19:00
Departure from Amare Convention Centre + Voco Hotel
19:00 - 01:00
@ Kunst Museum
Supported by
Supported by
Track #C - The Impact of ESG on International Business and Legal Practice
14:00 - 19:00
Registration & open welcome desk
15:00 - 17:00
Organised by the Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership and Learning (SCILL) Commission
For lawyers, content is king… but if you cannot deliver your message in a way that people actually listen, you won’t get the content across…
Join the SCILL Public Speaking Crash Course:
This will be a perfect platform to bring out the inner confidence and people's attention open to speakers at the HYC.
AIJA’s SCILL (Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership & Learning) Commission presents the Public Speaking Crash Course for all speakers, panelists and moderators to help elevate your stage presence, fine tune your presentation and practice your speech for greater impact!
You will learn last minute tricks and tips to enhance the professional delivery and impact of your presentation and already prepared content. The course will be a hands-on session where some of you will also have the chance to rehearse parts of your respective speeches (max. 2 minutes, subject to the number of participants) in front of a live audience consisting of fellow speakers and moderators. You will get valuable information and feedback on body language, rhetoric and impact. This is a chance not to miss!
This interactive session will be run by Wendy Rundberg from Studio Public Speaking.
For lawyers, content is king… but if you cannot deliver your message in a way that people actually listen, you won’t get the content across…
Join the SCILL Public Speaking Crash Course:
This will be a perfect platform to bring out the inner confidence and people's attention open to speakers at the HYC.
AIJA’s SCILL (Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership & Learning) Commission presents the Public Speaking Crash Course for all speakers, panelists and moderators to help elevate your stage presence, fine tune your presentation and practice your speech for greater impact!
You will learn last minute tricks and tips to enhance the professional delivery and impact of your presentation and already prepared content. The course will be a hands-on session where some of you will also have the chance to rehearse parts of your respective speeches (max. 2 minutes, subject to the number of participants) in front of a live audience consisting of fellow speakers and moderators. You will get valuable information and feedback on body language, rhetoric and impact. This is a chance not to miss!
This interactive session will be run by Wendy Rundberg from Studio Public Speaking.
About Wendy:
Wendy Rundberg, founder & owner of Studio Public Speaking, will help to sharpen your personal performance to reach your goal. She has experience in the field of personal presentations for over 20 years. She guides individuals and teams to success with her engaged and professional way of working, and result driven mindset. Many companies have benefitted from her expertise. Wendy worked with corporates by crafting their business presentations, helped companies to win Tenders with their presentations and coached various keynote and TEDx speakers.
18:00 - 20:00
Welcome address by Saskia Bruines, Alderman of the city of The Hague
@ Nieuwe Kerk
@ Nieuwe Kerk
07:00 - 08:30
AIJA Triathlon for Human Rights
08:00 - 18:15
Registration & open welcome desk
09:15 - 09:45
Welcome Addresses
Moritz Maurer, Niederer Kraft Frey & AIJA President 2022-2023, Switzerland
Marjolein van Rest, BarentsKrans, The Netherlands - on behalf of the Organising Committee
Keynote Presentation - Working together towards Global Justice
Egbert Myjer, Former judge elected in respect of The Netherlands (2004-2012) - European Court of Human Rights, Netherlands
09:45 - 10:00
Transfer to respective track rooms
10:00 - 10:10
Introduction:
Louise Wong, Messrs. B. Mak & Co., Solicitors, Hong Kong
Keynote Speaker:
Marijke Wolfs, Former Secretary General / Managing Director of ICC Netherlands, Netherlands
10:10 - 11:15
The session will focus on the balance between on one hand making sure that whistle-blowers can “blow the whistle” and are protected, and taking your ESG responsibility in general, against protecting the reputation of your organisation and the person accused of misconduct.
Moderator:
Silvia Van Schaik, Bureau Brandeis, Netherlands
Speakers:
Emanuela Hernandez, Foot Locker EMEA, Italy
Til Quadflieg, TQF legal, Germany
Evita Slijper-Sips, Chief Customer - People Intouch, Netherlands
11:15 - 11:45
Supported by
11:45 - 13:00
ESG issues are rising up to the boardroom agenda in response of increasing global regulation and employers must position themselves as businesses with a strong commitment to ESG matters. This session shall highlight how HR professionals play a critical role in shaping and delivering the ESG strategy while at the same time focusing on the compliance challenges arising with such ESG commitment to avoid breaching any regulations and to keep the organization fully compliant.
Topics to be discussed:
- Facilitation of behavioural change;
- Preventing bullying, harassment, and discrimination;
- Ensuring diversity;
- Protecting business secrecy and company reputation;
- Health and safety measures;
- Measures to tackle Covid-19 challenges.
Moderator:
Marcin Wujczyk, Wardynski & Partners, Poland
Speakers:
Wiecher van Lingen, Pels Rijcken & Droogleever Fortuijn N.V., Netherlands
Michal Chodkowski, Łaszczuk i Wspólnicy, Poland
Laurent Lehner, Altenburger Ltd legal + tax, Switzerland
Katrien Coenen, Lydian, Belgium
13:00 - 14:00
Supported by
14:00 - 15:15
Our session will discuss the latest pieces of legislation and proposals at EU level on corporate sustainability and sustainable governance and the growing complexity of their interconnections, both for EU companies and third country companies having operations in the EU market. We will in particular focus on the increasing standards and obligations for governing bodies of companies and how they may change the paradigm at national level to reform long-standing legal principles to bridge the gap to the new European standards. Panelists will present the result of the Country-by-Country Survey on Corporate Sustainability organised by the AIJA Sustainability Board and the Corporate and M&A Commission.
Moderators:
Dino Serafini, Arendt & Medernach S.A., Luxembourg
Milena Charnitzky, Rittershaus Rechtsanwälte Partnerschaftsgesellschaft mbB, Germany
Speakers:
Lisa Urbas, PHH Rechtsanwält:innen, Austria
Djotika Bissessur, HOUTHOFF, The Netherlands
Jascha Trubowitz, CMS von Erlach Partners Ltd, Switzerland
India Benjamin, Farrer & Co LLP, United Kingdom
Manav Raheja, Veritas Legal, India
15:15 - 15:45
Supported by
15:45 - 17:00
Women today make up half the legal profession with an rising trend of mid-life women joining the global labour force. The number of Employment Tribunal claims in the UK alone that reference the menopause have nearly doubled in the last year*. We would undoubtedly stand to benefit from gaining a better understanding of women’s health as it journeys through different stages of the menopause.
In today’s modern age of great digital advancements and diversification of culture, menopause is little understood by those who go through it and by their nearest and dearest. Menopause is commonly considered as a taboo subject and carries a stigma whenever it is brought up for discussion.
As lawyers, you will interact frequently with menopausal women, be they your colleagues, managers, friends and family or even your clients. The hesitancy to openly discuss menopause must change – we need to increase awareness and understanding of menopause, and how it affects everyone. Indeed, have you thought about how the law treats menopausal women in various legal contexts such as in family law or employment law? Have you ever considered the menopause to be a factor in your legal cases?
This workshop, a follow on from the successful reproductive health challenges workshop in Edinburgh, will guide you through an understanding of what the menopause is, how you can better support your colleagues and family who are going through this life stage, and how to better advise your clients where the menopause may be a significant factor.
This workshop is not to be missed.
Welcome address:
Jennifer Maxwell, Blake Cassells, United Kingdom
Joanna Chew, Braddell Brothers LLP, Singapore
Moderators:
Claire Huijts, Pels Rijcken, The Netherlands
Louise Wong, Messrs. B. Mak & Co., Solicitors, Hong Kong
Speakers:
Natalie Sutherland, Co-Founder of In/Fertility in the City, United Kingdom
Helen O’Neill, Founder and CEO of Hertility Health and Lecturer in Reproductive and Molecular Genetics, United Kingdom
Moira Campbell, Kingsley Napley LLP, United Kingdom
17:15 - 18:15
Joint Academic Programme Committee (APC) + Officers of the Commissions Committee (OCC) meeting
17:15 - 18:15
National Representatives Committee (NRC) meeting
17:15 - 18:15
First Timers gathering
19:00 - 19:30
Departure from Amare Convention Centre + Voco Hotel
19:30 - 02:00
@ Xiringuito Beach Club
Supported by
Supported by
08:30 - 09:45
Executive Committee meeting (for EC Members & AIJA Officers)
09:00 - 18:30
Registration & open welcome desk
10:00 - 11:30
After having discussed about “Legal Impact” during the joint session at the 2022 Half Year Congress in Edinburgh, the SCILL Commission and the Sustainability Board brought together a panel of expert to discuss the business case for pro bono in law firms. Learn first-hand from our experts what are the drivers, concern and law firm management tools to develop and grow a pro bono practice in your law firm.
Moderator:
François Barre, Azam-Darley et Associés, France
Speakers:
Ana Perez, PILnet, Hungary
Federica Genovesi, Strali, Italy
Huib Schrama, Rutgers & Posch, The Netherlands
Joanna Khatib, Europe Pro Bono Coordinator, Dentons Europe LLP, Netherlands
11:30 - 12:00
Supported by
12:00 - 13:00
Kateryna will tackle the type of legal challenges that have been tackled by individuals during the war in Ukraine and how they were addressed by pro bono lawyers in 20 European countries. She explains how a young lawyer can create a pro bono project from scratch in few months.
Ondrej will explain the key principles of agility and teamwork in international projects or large teams. Ondrej describes implementation of agile management for 200 international lawyers providing pro bono help to Ukrainian refugees within UA.SUPPORT project.
Roundtable discussion:
The panellists from the SCILL and Sustainability Board joint session will be invited to join the discuss and provide their opinion on the UA.SUPPORT Case Study, joining an extended Q&A session where speakers and audience can exchange and get tailored advice on how to manage pro bono projects.
Moderator:
François Barre, Azam-Darley et Associés, France
Speakers:
Kateryna Balaban, UA SUPPORT, Czech Republic
Ondřej Dvořák, AgiLawyer, Czech Republic
13:00 - 14:00
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14:00 - 15:00
Human Rights are not only relevant for activists, pro bono attorneys, etc. Human Rights are becoming increasingly relevant to businesses and their lawyers too. Not just for lawyers who practice privacy laws or litigate about freedom of speech, but for all lawyers. Nowadays businesses face serious reputation and liability risks when they infringe human rights or allow their business partners to do so. With ESG requirements being included in laws more and more the compliance angle of this is becoming more relevant as well.
15:00 - 16:00
- Banking, Finance and Capital Markets (BFCM) Commission
- Healthcare and Life Sciences Commission
- Insolvency Commission
- Litigation Commission
- T.R.A.D.E. (Trade, Retail, Agency, Distribution, E-commerce) Commission
16:00 - 17:00
- Commercial Fraud Commission
- Corporate and M&A Commission
- Environment & Energy Law Commission
- International Arbitration Commission
- Intellectual Property, Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (IPTMT) Commission
- Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership and Learning (SCILL) Commission
17:00 - 18:00
- Antitrust Commission
- International Business Law Commission (IBLC) + Sports Law Sub-Commission
- International Private Clients and Family Law Commission
- Labour Law Commission + Immigration Law Sub-Commission
- Real Estate Commission
- Transport Law Commission
19:00 - 23:00
One of the most anticipated evenings with a personal-local touch is the ‘Home Hospitality Dinner’, where local lawyers open their homes to welcome AIJA delegates from around the world with local delectable food and drinks. Gain insights into the lifestyle and hospitality of the city hosting the conference in a friendly atmosphere experience.
23:00 - 03:00
@ Crazy Pianos
10:00 - 11:00
Arrival at Peace Palace for security check
11:00 - 12:30
During the session, the keynote speakers will tell us about their experiences at international criminal law institutions such as the International Criminal Court, Yugoslavia Tribunal and Kosovo Tribunal. We will talk about how these organisations work, the lessons learned from the past and the problems that may arise when combatting crimes against humanity and war crimes. We will also discuss the role such organisations can play in combatting those types of crimes currently being committed in the world. Will there be a Ukraine Tribunal in the future? Or a general tribunal focussed on the crime of aggression?
Moderators:
Silvia van Schaik, Bureau Brandeis, Netherlands
Judith de Boer, Hertoghs Advocaten, Netherlands
Speakers:
Catherine Marchi-Uhel, Head of the United Nations International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism regarding Syria, France
Michael G. Karnavas, Defence attorney at inter alia the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands
Moderators:
Silvia van Schaik, Bureau Brandeis, Netherlands
Judith de Boer, Hertoghs Advocaten, Netherlands
Speakers:
Catherine Marchi-Uhel, Head of the United Nations International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism regarding Syria, France
Michael G. Karnavas, Defence attorney at inter alia the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands
12:30 - 13:30
Drinks & guided visits of Peace Palace
15:00 - 17:00
Optional city tours
18:30 - 19:00
Departure from Amare Convention Centre + Voco Hotel
19:00 - 01:00
@ Kunst Museum
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Fees & General Info
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Scholarships
If you are a lawyer under 35 years old and meet the requirements, apply to our Scholarship Programme for this event. You can check more details here.
Practical Information
CONFERENCE VENUE
AMARE CONVENTION CENTRE
Address: Spuiplein 150 - 2511 DG The Hague
Tel: +31 70 88 00 300
Website: https://www.amare.nl/en
©Ossip van Duivenbode
©De Schaapjesfabriek
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With 3 halls with unique atmospheres and characters, 4 lobbies and 7 conference rooms, The Hague has a new theatre, convention and event location with national and international allure. With its attractive architecture and cutting-edge technologies, Amare is a unique venue for conventions and events.
Optimum accessibility
Amare occupies a central location in The Hague with perfect accessibility. The city’s main railway station (Centraal Station) and the A12/A4/A44/A13 motorways are a stone’s throw away. Four to eight trains depart for Schiphol, Amsterdam and Rotterdam every hour. There are trams and bus stops in front of the building, and underneath Amare is a bicycle parking with a capacity of 1500 and a parking garage with 700 places.
Accommodation
Many three and four-star hotels can be found the direct surrounding area, guaranteeing a comfortable stay. Check AIJA’s recommendations which will soon be provided below.
Surrounding area
For those who want to catch some fresh sea air on the pier of Scheveningen after a convention or event, the tram will get you there in just a few stops. If, on the other hand, you would prefer to see Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring or Mondrian’s Victory Boogie Woogie, the Mauritshuis and the Kunstmuseum are within walking and cycling distance.
Sustainability at Amare
Amare is the most sustainable performing arts complex in the Netherlands, as the building was constructed using the latest sustainability principles:
· 4000 m2 of solar panels
· Rainwater-flushed toilets
· Temperature regulation using geothermal energy
· 50 nesting boxes for various species of birds incorporated in the facade
· 28 built-in bat boxes
Read more about sustainability in Amare
HOW TO REACH THE HAGUE
AIJA, its Sustainability Board and the Organising Committee encourage everyone who plan to attend the Half-Year May Conference in the Hague to participate in and contribute to the sustainability around this event by using trains as their main means of transport.
We encourage participants coming to the Netherlands from the neighboring countries, in particular, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Switzerland, the UK to contact the AIJA Representatives in the respective country for more information on #AIJATrains or simply hop on already pre-selected train connections (check out here).
To those who need to arrive by plane to Rotterdam or Schiphol Airport, we suggest taking a train connection to The Hague Central C/S (a brief transfer of 20 to 40 minutes may be needed to reach the direct train to The Hague Central).
Create the AIJA train also in your country.
#IamSustainable #IamAIJA
ACCOMMODATION IN THE HAGUE
RECOMMENDED CONFERENCE HOTEL
VOCO THE HAGUE
Address: Kneuterdijk 8 - 2514 EN The Hague
Tel: +31 70 218 5600
Website
voco™ The Hague is a brand-new upscale hotel brand from IHG Hotels & Resorts where quintessential Dutch design and unstuffy style come together in the city centre of The Hague. Based in the Royal Quarter, this beautiful former bank building is located near the city’s shops, museum and heritage sites, plus the embassy quarter and Peace Palace within walking distance. By tram, you can reach the Station in nine minutes and the seaside in 15 minutes. The guest rooms offer personal voco™ touches, quality bedding and eco-friendly amenities.
Catch up over local dishes in Botanica kitchen & bar, discover drinks inspired by the Dutch Sea explorations from Ultramarijn wonderbar or relax in our garden terrace.
100 Guest rooms have been pre-blocked at voco The Hague at a group preferential rate for AIJA Participants. Please note that rooms will be allocated on a first come first served basis and subject to availability on the required date(s).
Pick-ups and drop-off by bus at voco The Hague will be organised both for the Conference Dinner and the Gala Dinner.
Distance to Amare Convention Centre: 9 minutes by foot.
Sustainability @ voco The Hague
AIJA is pleased to partner with voco™ The Hague on the occasion of this HYC and supports all sustainability efforts and initiatives put in place by the hotel. Learn more with a brief fact sheet HERE.
BOOKING DEADLINE: 7 April 2023 (after which availability may not be guaranteed for all nights and at the preferential rate)
AIJA GROUP RATES
Run of House Standard Bedroom (single use): 170 EUR per night including full buffet breakfast and VAT + 5.35 EUR per person per night for the Tourist City Tax
Run of House Standard Bedroom (double use): 190 EUR per night including full buffet breakfast and VAT + 5.35 EUR per person per night for the Tourist City Tax
BOOK YOUR ROOM HERE AT THE AIJA GROUP RATE
The room rate and availability have been set for reservations with check in as from 23/05/23 check outs until 28/05/23 (dates customizable on the booking form). Should you wish to extend your stay pre or post the conference dates, please contact directly the voco hotel team at reservations.vocothehague@ihg.com.
OTHER HOTEL OPTIONS
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MOXY THE HAGUE & RESIDENCE INN
Address: Wijnhaven 6 - 2511GA The Hague
Tel: +31 70 205 1500
Website: www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/rtmox-moxy-the-hague/overview/
Moxy The Hague is a brand by Marriott International and a stylish and playful hotel within walking distance of the heart of the centre of The Hague. Moxy The Hague is located in the Muzentoren and the shops, museums, restaurants and sights such as the Parliament building (Binnenhof) and Noordeinde Palace are within walking distance. With the tram that stops almost in front of the door, you can reach the beach of Scheveningen in 15 minutes.
Distance to Amare Convention Centre: 3 minutes by foot
BOOKING DEADLINE: 07 April 2023 (after which availability may not be guaranteed for all nights and at the preferential rate)
AIJA GROUP RATES:
Moxy Sleeper Guest room (single use): 129 EUR per night including breakfast and VAT + 5.35 EUR per person per night for the Tourist City Tax
Moxy Sleeper Guest room (double use): 146 EUR per night including breakfast and VAT + 5.35 EUR per person per night for the Tourist City Tax
Residence Inn The Hague (Studio): 169 EUR per night including breakfast and VAT + 5.35 EUR per person per night for the Tourist City Tax
· Rates will be available 3 days prior and 3 days after the event dates indicated on the booking form, subject to the availability of guest rooms at the time of reservation.
· Reservations also include complimentary access to the Fitness Centre and free Wi-Fi.
· If you are a Marriott Bonvoy Member, please log into your account before booking your room.
Please use THIS BOOKING LINK to make your room reservation at the above rates
INDIVIDUAL CANCELLATION POLICY: rooms can be cancelled at no charge up to 48 hours prior to arrival
HOTEL DES INDES
Address: Lange Voorhout 54 56 - 2514 EG The Hague
Tel: +31 20 70 3612338
Website: www.hoteldesindesthehague.com/
Hotel Des Indes is a landmark in The Netherlands and located in the historical, cultural and royal heart of The Hague. The hotel is surrounded by beautiful linden trees, luxurious shopping streets, prominent museums, theatres and restaurants. The hotel is easily accessible by car and public transport. If you are in a treat, this iconic property is not to be missed.
Distance to Amare Convention Centre: 15 minutes by foot
BOOKING DEADLINE: 20 April 2023 (after which availability may not be guaranteed for all nights and at the preferential rate)
AIJA GROUP RATES:
15 Run of House rooms in total are available in various categories at the following rates (single use):
Superior room: 259 EUR per night including breakfast and VAT + 5.35 EUR per person per night for the Tourist City Tax
Deluxe room: 279 EUR per night including breakfast and VAT + 5.35 EUR per person per night for the Tourist City Tax
Executive room: 299 EUR per night including breakfast and VAT + 5.35 EUR per person per night for the Tourist City Tax
Junior Suite: 329 EUR per night including breakfast and VAT + 5.35 EUR per person per night for the Tourist City Tax
Please use THIS BOOKING LINK to make your room reservation at the above rates.
If you need any assistance with booking your accommodation please contact the Hotel des Indes team at E: reservations@desindes.com or T. +31 20 70 3612338
INDIVIDUAL CANCELLATION POLICY: rooms can be cancelled at no charge up to 24 hours prior to arrival
Organising Committee
Gülsüm ASLAN
Risk Capital Advisors (NETHERLANDS)
Friederike HENKE
BUREN (NETHERLANDS)
Stepan HOLUB
Holubová advokáti s.r.o. (CZECH REPUBLIC)
Nadia OHLHOFF-SMAHI
Lenz & Staehelin (SWITZERLAND)
Kasper RIPKEN
helder. (NETHERLANDS)
Marnix VAN DEN BERGH
Höcker advocaten (NETHERLANDS)
Brian VAN EGMOND
Conway & Partners (NETHERLANDS)
Marjolein VAN REST
BarentsKrans Coöperatief U.A. (NETHERLANDS)
Louise WONG
Messrs. B. Mak & Co., Solicitors (HONG KONG)
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