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Our Mission The mission of the American Society of International Law (ASIL) is to foster the study of international law and to promote the establishment and maintenance of international relations on the basis of law and justice.
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We are thrilled to introduce Mark Simonoff as the newest member of the ASIL team. Mark joins us as a Senior Fellow. Please join us in welcoming him aboard!

Don't miss out on a fantastic opportunity to network and meet #intlaw experts! Register for the 2025 #ASILAM at asil.org/am.

We're thrilled to cosponsor this upcoming event at the The Promise Institute for Human Rights at #UCLA School of Law. This is a rare, pre-publication preview with Prof. Philippe Sands on his newest book, 38 Londres Street. Use the QR code below to register & learn more about the event.

Join us at Tillar House this Thursday, February 20th, for a lively debate on Immunities and the Terrorism Exception, organized by the International Courts and Tribunals Interest Group. Also enjoy a catered networking reception after the debate. Register for free at asil.org/events

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We’re thrilled to kick off the 2025 International Law & Social Science Speakers Series with Lauge Skovgaard Poulsen, discussing Compensation, Economic Hostages, and Market Access. 🗓 Feb 12, 2025 ⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM ET 📍 Via Zoom 🔗 Register free: www.asil.org/events

Join ASIL’s International Criminal Law Interest Group for a Year in Review on the biggest international criminal law developments of 2024! This expert panel will analyze key cases, emerging legal trends, and their impact on global justice. 🔗 Register now: www.asil.org/events

New #ASILInsight today by @profbenperrin.bsky.social on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems & International Law: Growing Momentum Towards a New International Treaty. Read for free at asil.org/insights/volume/29/issue/1

Join ASIL & ESIL for a webinar on the role of provenance research in addressing cultural injustices, combating illicit trafficking, and advocating for the return of cultural objects. 🗓️ Feb. 25, 2025 ⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM ET 💻 Via Zoom 🔗 Register for free: www.asil.org/events

Register now, and take advantage of the Early Bird Discount! Visit asil.org/am or asil.org/events!

| @asilorg.bsky.social Lieber Society is accepting submissions for best article and best book in international humanitarian law/law of armed conflict. Deadline is 01/10/25. #IHL #LOAC #LawOfWar www.justsecurity.org/105718/liebe...

I'm so honored to have been nominated to be the President-elect of the American Society of International Law (@asilorg.bsky.social), the leading scholarly society in the international law field. Founded in 1906, ASIL has over 3000 members from more than 100 countries. To learn more: www.asil.org.

Join ASIL's Law of the Sea Interest Group and Rashtriya Raksha University for a panel discussion on the implications of sea level rise under international legal frameworks and how emerging jurisprudence addresses these critical issues. Register here: www.asil.org/events

Today the Society turns 119 years old! We were formally established on this day in 1906 at the NYC Bar Association by people who wanted to prevent war and make peace. Our activities have broadened since, but we still serve the same mission. Find out more at asil.org/about.

Today on #ILIB, read about the U.S. declaration of genocide in Sudan. www.asil.org/ILIB/us-decl...

Join the ASIL Dispute Resolution Interest Group for a panel on The Research Handbook on International Claims Commissions. Explore the evolution, design & future of claims commissions with top experts! 📍 Tillar House, DC 🗓️ Jan 29, 2025 | 6-8 PM ET 🔗 Register: www.asil.org/event-list

#ICYMI

In a world marked by shifting political landscapes, the foundation of #internationallaw remains a cornerstone for peace and stability. Your support helps our members navigate these complex times and continue their work to protect global justice. Give today at 👉🏼asil.org/donate #GlobalSafety

New issue of #ILM today! It features notes by Callista Harris (3 Verulam Buildings); Nathaniel Khng (Permanent Mission of Singapore), and Elena Baylis (Pitt Law). Visit asil.org/ilm if you're an ASIL member to access to free, or asil.org/membership to join this fantastic network of int'l lawyers!

The International Criminal Law Interest Group of ASIL is excited to announce the launch of the annual International Criminal Law Scholarship Prize for an outstanding article or chapter in ICL. The deadline is January 15, 2025. Full details here: asil.org/sites/defaul...

#ICYMI, the Society hosted a high-level roundtable on "Time & Distraction as the Ultimate Weapon: The Tenth Anniversary of the Caesar Report" on the atrocities committed in Syria and lessons to learn about current conflicts. Watch for free at: youtu.be/JhsjsVweg-A?...

Submit your nominations for the AJIL Board of Editors by January 31, 2025 and join a diverse group of top international law scholars!

We are looking for TWO talented legal professionals to join our Committee! More information at asil.org/ilm.

Two @universityofga.bsky.social School of Law students attended the @asilorg.bsky.social Midyear Meeting last month in Chicago, Illinois. Attendees included Samuel Kuo (LL.M. ’25) and Eman Mistry (J.D. ’25). (1/3)

New #ASILInsight - "The ICJ's Advisory Opinion on Climate Change: A Data Analysis of Participants' Submissions," by Thomas Burri. Thomas's piece features original research into all participant statements and comments made to the ICJ. www.asil.org/insights/vol....

Join us for the inaugural event for ASIL’s new Advancing Gender Justice Signature Topic on December 10th, in commemoration of Human Rights Day and the culmination of the 16 Days Campaign to End Gender-Based Violence. Register now: www.asil.org/event/gender...

Join us for an in-depth look at the ICC’s newly launched Slavery Crimes Policy. This webinar will explore how this groundbreaking policy aims to transform investigations, prosecutions, and justice for victims. 🗓 Wednesday, December 11 ⏲ 12pm – 1pm ET 💻 Via Zoom Register at www.asil.org/events!

Congratulations to our 2024 David D. Caron Prize winner Sebastian von Massow! He presented his paper "Redrawing Trade Routes Through Litigation: Phosphates and the Front Polisario in Panama and South Africa" at the 2024 Midyear Meeting Research Forum at the University of Chicago Law School.

We are thrilled to announce a New Task Force on ISDS and Climate Change, led by ASIL members @chiaragiorgetti.bsky.social, Janet Whittaker, and Mairée Uran Bidegain. Watch this space for more as the project progresses!

Come celebrate with us on the 12th! Let us know you're coming by registering at asil.org/events.

Robert Stendel and I had a great time presenting and discussing our work on ICJ public interest litigation & the indispensable third party principle at the ASIL Mid-Year Meeting in Chicago on Friday. Many thanks to our thoughtful chair Isabella Uría and to @asilorg.bsky.social for a wonderful event!

I am grateful for the opportunity to present my paper at the American Society of International Law @asilorg.bsky.social Midyear Meeting. I am also deeply honored to be one of this year’s David D. Caron Fellows. Also a heartfelt thank you to the organizers of the great WILIG Coffee Conversation.

Day 2 of the #ASILMYM Research Forum is off to a great start!

I'll be presenting an early draft of this paper on Fri., 11/15, at 3 pm, at the @asilorg.bsky.social MYM. If you're there, I hope you'll push me hard to defend my positions so that I can further sharpen my thinking. (Added bonus: @harlangcohen.bsky.social is moderating.)

Heading to the @asilorg.bsky.social Midyear Meeting this weekend. Excited for combo of seeing friends/colleagues + scholarly engagement + nostalgic return to my undergrad institution for the first time in several years. Let me know if you’ll be there!

In University of Chicago @asilorg.bsky.social #ASILMYM is on the way! In photos, snippet of the #WILIG coffee chat this morning. It was such great time reconnecting with old friends and meeting new ones - women doing exciting work in International Law.

Looking forward to presenting a revised draft of my working paper with @benckrick.bsky.social & @jonpetkun.bsky.social, "Civilian Harm and Military Legitimacy in War: Evidence from the Battle of Mosul in Iraq," at the @asilorg.bsky.social Mid-Year Meeting: papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers....

Finishing up the day with a keynote by Curtis A. Bradley, speaking to us about his latest book!

The 2024 #ASILMYM is well underway!

In the Chicago area and interested in the latest scholarship on #internationallaw? Join us for the 2024 Midyear Meeting, inc the Practitioners' Forum at White & Case LLP and the Research Forum at the Uni of Chicago Law School this Thurs-Sat. More details at asil.org/mym - you can register onsite!

New to the Society? Check out our event videos and follow us on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@asil1906

On the eve of our 2024 #ASILMYM, it's great to finally be where our community is!