American Society of International Law 120th Annual Meeting
The American Society of International Law (ASIL) will host its 120th Annual Meeting from April 22 to 25, 2026, at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C. This esteemed gathering brings together legal professionals, scholars, and policymakers to discuss pressing issues in international law. The 2026 meeting is themed "Advancing and Defending The Rule of Law," focusing on the challenges and strategies related to upholding legal principles globally.
The conference will feature a diverse array of sessions covering topics such as international human rights, humanitarian law, transnational litigation, arbitration, international trade, investment, and finance. Attendees can expect keynote addresses from leading figures in international law, substantive panel discussions, and interest group meetings that delve into these critical areas.
In addition to the educational sessions, the event offers multiple networking and social opportunities, including receptions and luncheons. Participants will have access to leading publishers of international law materials and can opt to earn Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits. Notable speakers include Philippe Sands as the Grotius Lecturer and Adrien Wing, recipient of the Goler T. Butcher Medal.
This annual meeting is ideal for legal practitioners, academics, policymakers, and students interested in international law. It provides a platform to engage with experts, stay informed about current developments, and contribute to discussions on advancing the rule of law in today's complex global landscape.
Speakers(39)
Adrien Wing
Adrien Wing is the recipient of the Goler T. Butcher Medal at the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Afia Kwakwa
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
Afia Kwakwa is affiliated with Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP.
Ali Al-Karim
Committee Member at Brick Court Chambers, London
Ali Al-Karim is a Committee Member for the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Ambassador Michael Kanu
Ambassador Michael Kanu is the Assembly Keynote Speaker at the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Anna Ricci
Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP
Anna Ricci is affiliated with Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP.
Anne van Aaken
University of Hamburg, Germany
Anne van Aaken is affiliated with the University of Hamburg in Germany.
Annelle Urriola Vargas
United Nations
Annelle Urriola Vargas is associated with the United Nations.
Arthad Kurlekar
Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP
Arthad Kurlekar is associated with Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP.
Azadah Raz Mohammad
Atlantic Council
Azadah Raz Mohammad is associated with the Atlantic Council.
Carla Yoon
Freshfields
Carla Yoon is affiliated with Freshfields.
Caroline Richard
Co-Chair at Freshfields
Caroline Richard is a Co-Chair of the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Catherine Amirfar
Catherine Amirfar is the Manley O. Hudson Medal Discussant at the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Charles Di Leva
Co-Chair at Sustainability Frameworks
Charles Di Leva is a Co-Chair of the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Charlotte Verdon
Foley Hoag LLP
Charlotte Verdon is associated with Foley Hoag LLP.
Cheah W.L.
Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore
Cheah W.L. is associated with the Faculty of Law at the National University of Singapore.
Christina Leb
World Bank
Christina Leb is associated with the World Bank.
Dapo Akande
Dapo Akande is the Charles N. Brower Lecturer at the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Duncan Pickard
Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
Duncan Pickard is associated with Debevoise & Plimpton LLP.
Emma Macfarlane
Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
Emma Macfarlane is affiliated with Debevoise & Plimpton LLP.
Fannie Lafontaine
Université Laval, Québec, Canada
Fannie Lafontaine is associated with Université Laval in Québec, Canada.
Fionnuala Ni Aolain
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Fionnuala Ni Aolain is associated with the University of Minnesota Twin Cities.
Gissou Nia
Atlantic Council
Gissou Nia is affiliated with the Atlantic Council.
Ishita Petkar
Foley Hoag LLP
Ishita Petkar is affiliated with Foley Hoag LLP.
John Bellinger
John Bellinger is the Distinguished Discussant at the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Karima Bennoune
Co-Chair at University of Michigan Law School
Karima Bennoune is a Co-Chair of the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Laurence Boisson de Chazournes
Laurence Boisson de Chazournes is the Manley O. Hudson Medal Honoree at the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Nour Nicolas
Foley Hoag LLP
Nour Nicolas is associated with Foley Hoag LLP.
Odysseas Stergianopoulos
Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP
Odysseas Stergianopoulos is affiliated with Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP.
Oyeniyi Abe
Committee Member at University of the Pacific, California
Oyeniyi Abe is a Committee Member for the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Padideh Ala’i
Committee Member at American University Washington College of Law
Padideh Ala’i is a Committee Member for the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Paul Reichler
Paul Reichler is an Honorary Member recognized at the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Penelope Andrews
Penelope Andrews is the recipient of the Prominent Woman in International Law award at the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Philippe Sands
Philippe Sands is the Grotius Lecturer at the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Remi Moncel
World Bank
Remi Moncel is affiliated with the World Bank.
Shiri Krebs
Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia
Shiri Krebs is affiliated with Deakin University in Melbourne, Australia.
Sonia Elise Rolland
Northeastern University School of Law
Sonia Elise Rolland is associated with Northeastern University School of Law.
Steve Wolfson
US Environmental Protection Agency
Steve Wolfson is affiliated with the US Environmental Protection Agency.
Tatiana August-Schmidt
Committee Member at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
Tatiana August-Schmidt is a Committee Member for the 2026 ASIL Annual Meeting.
Vladyslav Lanovoy
Université Laval
Vladyslav Lanovoy is affiliated with Université Laval.
Event Details
- Date
- April 22-25, 2026
- 4 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Washington, D.C., United States
- Washington Hilton
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Legal practitioners, academics, policymakers, and students interested in international law.
- CLE Credits
- Optional Continuing Legal Education credits available.