Showing 24 events for the week starting 03/06/2025
March 6
Thursday • 24 events
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ACS Conversation with Chief Judge James Boasberg
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Join ACS for a conversation with Chief Judge James Boasberg of the Federal District Court for Washington, D.C. Chief Judge Boasberg will discuss his career and answer questions from students. RSVP here: https://forms.gle/cHLwRtQNj3bwV7Hm9… -
Harvard Defenders Litman Symposium | Helping to Rebuild: Work, Advocacy, and Partnerships Servicing Returning Citizens
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Join us for a conversation with the Mayor’s Office of Returning Citizens about their resources and efforts supporting justice-impacted individuals after release from prison and the possibilities of expanding this support through advocacy and community partnerships. RSVP here. Food will be served. -
Harvard International Arbitration Conference Keynote: Claudia Salomon (President of the ICC International Court of Arbitration)
10:00 am - 10:30 am
The 11th Harvard International Arbitration Conference takes place March 6-8, 2025 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This year’s theme, “Arbitration 100: Shaping the Next Century of International Dispute Resolution,” celebrates two significant milestones: The 100th Anniversary of the U.S. Federal Arbitration Act (“FAA”), marked by a gala at the Harvard Faculty Club… -
Reimagining Investment Arbitration: ISDS 3.0 and Beyond
10:45 am - 12:00 pm
This panel explores the future of investment arbitration and the evolution of ISDS mechanisms. Experts will discuss recent reforms, emerging frameworks like ISDS 3.0, and innovative ways to balance investor protections with state sovereignty. Ank Santens | Partner, White & Case (New York) Horacio A. Grigera Naón |… -
Professor Karen Tani & The Harvard Law Review Present: Curation, Narration, Erasure: Power and Possibility at the U.S. Supreme Court
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Please join the Harvard Law Review for a conversation with Karen Tani, the Seaman Family University Professor at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School. Professor Tani will present on her 2024 Harvard Law ReviewForeword, Curation, Narration, Erasure: Power and Possibility at the U.S. Supreme Court. Her Foreword discusses how the… -
WEEK OF ABOLITION: Abolitionist Economy: From Carceral Capitalism to the Solidarity Economy
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Join us for a discussion on the current state of carceral capitalism and what folks are doing to combat it! A panel featuring Tomasso Bardelli, co-author of Abolition Labor, and Sisi Jean Baptiste, Program Manager at Haley House. Lunch (and books!) provided. -
Professor Karen Tani & The Harvard Law Review Present: Curation, Narration, Erasure: Power and Possibility at the U.S. Supreme Court
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Please join us for a conversation with Karen Tani, the Seaman Family University Professor at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School. Professor Tani will present on her 2024 Harvard Law Review Foreword, Curation, Narration, Erasure: Power and Possibility at the U.S. Supreme Court. Her Foreword discusses how the Supreme Court’s… -
Careers in Animal Law
12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
Explore the diverse landscape of animal law careers with Tené Johnson, Alysson Gambardella, Melissa Alpert, and Isabella Nilsson. These extraordinary professionals will share their unique career journeys and offer insights into how they champion animal welfare within various settings. From non-profit advocacy to private practice and beyond, they’ll discuss the… -
A Roundtable with Former Texas Supreme Court Justice Tom Phillips, J.D. ’74
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
A Roundtable with Former Texas Supreme Court Justice Tom Phillips, J.D. ’74… -
Asia in Focus Lunch: Innovation & Leadership in International Arbitration
12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
This panel highlights Asia’s leadership in international arbitration, showcasing innovations in efficiency, technology, and party-centric approaches. Providing perspectives from China, India, Singapore, and South Korea, experts will discuss key developments, the rise of leading arbitral institutions, and Asia’s pivotal role in shaping the future of global dispute resolution. Lunch will… -
ACS Conversation with Chief Judge James Boasberg
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Join ACS for a conversation with Chief Judge James Boasberg of the Federal District Court for Washington, D.C. Chief Judge Boasberg will discuss his career and answer questions from students. RSVP here: https://forms.gle/cHLwRtQNj3bwV7Hm9… -
The Establishment Clause and the Louisiana Ten Commandments Case
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Profs. Michael Helfand (Pepperdine Law) and Mark Storslee (Emory Law) join the Federalist Society for a conversation on the Establishment Clause, government religious speech, and the Louisiana Ten Commandments Case. -
HALB x Kirkland & Ellis: Conversation with Partners
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Please join us for a special conversation with Partners from Kirkland & Ellis. This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from our attorneys about their career paths, experiences, and insights into the legal profession. Panelists include Kyle Elder (Chicago, M&A) and Tracie Bryant (DC, Litigation). -
What the Trump Administration Means for Trade & Investment
1:45 pm - 3:00 pm
This panel will explore the impact of the Trump Administration’s policies on global trade and investment. From shifting trade agreements to evolving investment strategies, the discussion will examine key changes, challenges, and their implications for businesses, governments, and international arbitration. Vivian Salama | National Politics Reporter, The Wall Street… -
Latin America in Focus: Breaking New Ground in International Arbitration
3:15 pm - 4:30 pm
This panel will delve into the growth and transformation of international arbitration in Latin America. From the rise of regional arbitral institutions to key trends in investor-state and commercial disputes, panelists will discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the region’s role as a key player in global arbitration. Silvia… -
Spring 2025 Byse Workshop – Alternative Dispute Resolution: Historical Roots, Political Agendas and Philosophical Ideas
3:45 pm - 5:15 pm
Recurring
Join the HLS Spring 2025 Byse Workshop on Alternative Dispute Resolution: Historical Roots, Political Agendas, and Philosophical Ideas. Together, we will examine some of the most paradigmatic methods of dispute resolution (e.g., negotiation, mediation, etc.), delving into their underlying philosophical, historical, economic, and political foundations and implications. This non-credit workshop… -
TechReg Reading Group: Emerging Policies of the New Administration
4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Recurring
The TechReg Reading Group (TRRG) is a series of faculty guided discussions about TechReg policy developments as they are announced by the Trump Administration (White House, OMB, OSTP, Commerce, DHS, DOJ, FCC, FTC, etc.). Specific topics will likely include Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Privacy, Electronic Surveillance, Emerging Technologies & National Security, Internet Speech & Social Media, and International Data Flows. Topics and discussion will be guided by HLS Lecturer on Law and Berkman Klein Center Affiliate, Alan Raul, with invited guests as topics warrant. -
Harvard Defenders Litman Symposium | What We Will Build: Service, Stories, Community, and 75 Years of Harvard Defenders
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The future is something we shape every day through the communities we build, the people we serve, and the stories we share. For 75 years, Harvard Defenders has embodied this through our commitment to working pro bono cases in the Boston area. This symposium is an opportunity to highlight the stories of the communities we… -
SALSA 1L Virtual and In-Person Career Fair
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Open to all! Join the Harvard Law School South Asian Law Students Association (SALSA) for the Virtual and In-Person 1L Career Fair! Engage with representatives from prestigious law firms, including: Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison Cravath, Swaine & Moore Covington & Burling Jenner &… -
“Half of A Yellow Sun” Film Screening
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Student Government International Committee is hosting a film screening of “Half of a Yellow Sun,” on the Nigerian civil war of 1967–1970, March 6th at 5pm in Lewis 202. Nigerian snacks will be served at the screening!… -
Harvard International Arbitration Conference: Reception with the Boston International Arbitration Council
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us in the HLS Pub for a night of fun and networking at an International Arbitration themed Trivia Night! About the Conference: This event is part of the 11th Harvard International Arbitration Conference, which takes place March 6-8, 2025 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This year’s theme, “Arbitration 100: Shaping the…