Who are we? New York State Bar Association and the International Section
The New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) is the largest voluntary state bar organization in the United States and has members across the globe that have a nexus to New York law.
The International Section is one of NYSBA’s most active sections having over 2,000 members internationally with chapters in more than 70 countries worldwide and is NYSBA’s global representative and international advocate for the rule of law.
In addition, the NYSBA International Section brings members together to discuss and influence the resolution of key legal practice issues before local, state, national and international policy makers. Members include legal professionals from major international law firms, multi-national corporations, and other organizations that influence, and are influenced by, international law.
What is the Global Conference?
Each year, NYSBA’s International Section hosts a conference in a different city outside of the United States to provide American and foreign colleagues the opportunity to meet, network, and expand their international practices. Our most recent conferences have been held in London (2022), New York City (2022), Tokyo, (2019), Montréal (2018), Antigua, Guatemala (2017), Paris (2016), São Paulo (2015), Vienna (2014), Hanoi (2013), Lisbon (2012), Panama (2011), and Sydney (2010).
This year, the conference will consist of three days of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) panels and plenaries on various hot topics in international law. The meeting also offers networking opportunities in the form of extended breaks, luncheons, receptions, dinners, including our traditional gala dinner, and social and cultural events.
What will I get from participating?
The Global Conference offers participants opportunities to:
- Attend programs with faculty foremost in their fields who will address both legal and professional issues and their impact on international practices;
- Exchange ideas and strategies with other professionals on an informal basis; and
- Meet and network with key players from leading international firms and businesses who share common interests and
- concerns relating to international legal practice.
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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Day’s Highlights
- Welcome Remarks
- Gonzalo Zeballos, International Section Chair, New York State Bar Association
- Sherry Levin Wallach, Immediate Past President, New York State Bar Association
- Plenary 1
- Investment in Mexico: Challenges and Opportunities
- Morning Breakout Panels
- The Assault upon the Citadel of Non-Competition Covenants is Proceeding Apace
- Female Leadership – Challenges through the Corporate Ladder
- The Transformation of the Health Industry through Technology: Opportunities and Challenges
- Afternoon Breakout Panels
- The Era of Digital Economy: Fintech Disruption and Industry Outlook
- Reimagining Law: Harnessing Technology for Innovative Legal Practice – A Diverse Dialogue with Private Practitioners and Corporate Counsel on the New Horizon of Legal Technology
- All the World is Trade
- Late Afternoon Breakout Panels
- Safeguarding Data Privacy in Mergers and Acquisitions: Navigating the Path to Success
- The Securities Market Law: A Comprehensive Exploration of Regulatory Frameworks, Recent Amendments and New Opportunities to Access the Securities Markets in Mexico and Abroad
- ISDS Reform at ICSID and UNCITRAL: What does the future hold?
- Evening Breakout Panels
- What the FTX?! A Review of Legal Developments on Digital Assets following a Year of Scandal, Collapse and (Re)regulation
- Technology, Cybersecurity and Ethics: Lawyers Under Attack
- The New M&A Reality: A Market Check
- Welcome Reception | Soumaya Museum
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Day’s Highlights
- Plenary 2
- Stay Ahead of ESG Regulations: Mexican Taxonomy Highlights
- Morning Breakout Panels
- If You Go Woke, Can You Go Broke?
- International Arbitration in Environment & Climate Change Disputes
- Key Points for Corporate Sustainability
- Late Morning Breakout Panels
- Shaping the Future: Sustainable Financing
- Energy Transition Disputes
- Climate Governance: Creating Awareness for Board of Directors
- Early Afternoon Breakout Panels
- Sustainability Unveiled: LATAM Funds’ ESG Trends and Regulatory Landscape
- The Multiple Dimensions of Environmental Disputes and its Effective Resolution
- Diversity and Female Leadership in Board of Directors
- Late Afternoon Breakout Panels
- Energy Transition: Present or Future Times?
- Balancing Acts: Navigating ESG Considerations in International Arbitration
- ESG Trends in M&A Transactions Around the World
- Drinks and Mingle | Habita Hotel
Friday, October 13, 2023
Day’s Highlights
- Plenary 3
- From Global to Local: Nearshoring Business Landscape
- Morning Breakout Panels
- Cross Border Investments in the Light of Regulations on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
- Current Issues in Cross Border Insolvency Practice: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
- USMCA: Commercial Sanctions for Violation to Labor Rights
- Afternoon Breakout Panels
- Powering the Future: Addressing Safety, Energy and Water Shortage Challenges in Nearshoring Landscape
- The Evolution of Investment Protection and Investor-State Arbitration in the Americas Region
- Tax
- Late Afternoon Breakout Panels
- Nearshoring: Real Estate Opportunities
- Cross-Border Litigation: Connecting Points and Jurisdictions
- Diversity in the Workplace
- Evening Breakout Panels
- Anticorruption
- Managing Cross-Border Litigation: The In-House Counsel View
- Legal MKT/Trends
- Closing Reception & Gala Dinner | JW Marriott Hotel
For registration issues and technical assistance:
Please fill out the below registration form and submit it to either
• Member Resource Center (MRC) at [email protected] | Phone: 800-582-2452 / +1 (518) 463-3724
• Carra Forgea at [email protected] | Phone: +1 (518) 487-5521 | Fax: +1 (518) 487-5521
*Main registration:
- $850 NYSBA Member Early Bird (Until Sept. 8, 2023)
- $1,000 NYSBA Member Standard Rate
- $950 Nonmember Early Bird (Until Sept. 8, 2023)
- $1,100 Nonmember Standard Rate
- $660 Speakers
- $450 In-House Counsel
- $450 Young Lawyer (admitted within the past 3 years)
- $450 Nonlawyer
- $450 Law Students
**Add-ons:
- $140 President’s Reception | Soumaya Museum (Oct. 11)
- $140 Drinks & Mingle | Habita Hotel (Oct. 12)
- $170 Gala Reception & Dinner | JW Marriott Hotel (Oct. 13)
*Main registration ticket includes 3-day CLE programming, lunch and coffee breaks only. Social evening events are separate from the main registration fee.
**Tickets for the social evening events are limited and will be accommodated on a first come first serve basis.
Cancellation Notice:
Notice of cancellation must be received by Wednesday, September 20, 2023 in order to obtain a refund of fees.
Registration Deadline:
Last day of registration is Tuesday, October 10, 2023. We do NOT accept on-site registrations.
Supporter
For sponsorship opportunities, download the sponsor form linked below.
For questions, reach out to Carra Forgea at [email protected].
JW Marriott Hotel
Andrés Bello 29, Polanco, Polanco IV Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX
The perfect place for relaxing and recharging, JW Marriott Hotel Mexico City flawlessly blends modern style and substance. Our luxury hotel in Mexico City boasts easy access to Chapultepec Castle on Chapultepec Hill, the National Auditorium, Teotihuacan and Xochimilco-Floating Gardens. After freshening up in our stylish marble bathrooms, order room service to enjoy breakfast in your elegant room. Fuel up with a delicious Mexican dish from our hotel restaurant, Xanat Bistro & Terraza. After a busy day in Mexico City, relax with a dip in our outdoor pool. Our health club features cardio equipment and free weights. If you’re hosting a business meeting at the hotel, be sure to reserve one of our eight stylish event spaces so you can impress your clients and colleagues. The beautiful outdoor terrace at our hotel in Polanco, Mexico City, is perfect for social events and ceremonies. Helipad available for our guests less than a mile away. Transportation from and to Helipad as a courtesy for hotels guests.
Start Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2023
End Date: Sunday, October 15, 2023
Standard Room (Single or Double Occupancy):
- $417.0550 USD per night (including VAT and City Tax)
- Mandatory gratuities (as per union)
- Bellboy – $5.50 USD per person in/out.
- Housekeeping – $5.00 USD per room per night.
Nonsmoking Policy:
The Hotel is 100% smoke free facility, it is strictly forbidden to smoke within the hotel, in case this regulation is violated there is a $250.00 USD fee for smoking (per day).
Individual Reservation:
- Reach out to the hotel’s Individual Reservations Department by phone at (52 55) 110-22010 or by email at [email protected] and identify as part of the group New York State Bar Association for the special group room rate to be honored.
- Participants can also make their own sleeping room reservation through the Reservations Web link provided by the hotel: Book your group rate for New York State Bar Association (NYSBA)
Cut-off date: Monday, October 2, 2023
Note: Special Group rate will only be respected as mentioned above, in case guest wants to come before or leave after event’s dates, reservation will be confirmed with the rate the system shows at that moment.