Events Calendar

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…

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.

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 |…

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…

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…

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…

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).

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…

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…

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. 

Open to all! Join the Harvard Law School South Asian Law Students Association (SALSA) for the Virtual 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 & Block This…

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…

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…