Lord Jonathan Mance
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
Dinner: 8.30 p.m
Welcome
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Soledad Atienza
Dean, IE Law School
She is the Co-Vice President of the International Bar Association’s (IBA) Commission for the Future of Legal Services and Co-President of the Law Schools Global League (LSGL), further solidifying her leadership in the legal and academic fields.
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Welcome Words
Soledad Atienza serves as the Dean of IE Law School, bringing extensive academic expertise and a global perspective on legal education. She is the Co-Vice President of the International Bar Association’s (IBA) Commission for the Future of Legal Services and Co-President of the Law Schools Global League (LSGL), further solidifying her leadership in the legal and academic fields.
REGISTRATIONS – IE Tower Reception
(8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.)
Equality and Global
Legal Education
Panel A – ROOM: T-08.01+T-08.03
(9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.)
This panel convenes leading experts to examine pivotal aspects of equity within the legal academic landscape. Through engaging discussions, the panel will explore Challenges and Opportunities for Legal Education in Advancing Equality Goals, emphasizing the critical role of law schools in promoting a more equitable society.
Key topics include Strategies for Enhancing Diversity and Inclusion in Law Schools, offering practical insights to foster inclusive academic environments, and Improving Access to Legal Education for Underrepresented Groups, highlighting the urgency of dismantling barriers and expanding opportunities for marginalized communities.
Additionally, a Comparative Analysis of Equality in Legal Education Across Different Jurisdictions provides a global perspective, showcasing how various legal systems address equality in education.
Together, these discussions aim to inspire innovative strategies and collaborative efforts.
Challenges and Opportunities for Legal Education in Advancing Equality Goals
Improving Access to Legal Education for Underrepresented Groups
Associate Dean for Graduate Programs College of Law and Governance Studies, Addis Ababa University
Diverse Groups and the Challenge of Inclusion
Moderator:
Coffee Break
7TH FLOOR
(10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.)
Digital Disruption and
Legal Education
Panel B – ROOM: T-08.01+T-08.03
(11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)
This panel explores the transformative effects of technological advancements on the future of legal training. Speakers will examine AI in Legal Education: Prospects and Challenges, highlighting how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing learning methodologies and reshaping the practice of law.
A session on Cybersecurity and Cyberthreats: Changing Priorities will underscore the growing need to protect digital infrastructures within legal frameworks. Discussions on Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality in Legal Training will showcase the potential of immersive technologies to redefine experiential learning for law students, offering dynamic and practical applications.
The panel will also address Skills and Ethics for Lawyers in a Digital Age, emphasizing the importance of balancing technical expertise with ethical responsibility in a rapidly evolving legal landscape.
This forward-thinking panel provides valuable insights into how legal education can adapt to the challenges and opportunities of the digital era, preparing the next generation of lawyers to thrive in a tech-driven world.
AI in Legal Education: Prospects and challenges
How Will AI Change Legal Education?
Moderator:
Lunch Break
B4 (T-LAUNCHPAD)
(12:30 P.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
Sustainability and
Legal Education
Panel C – ROOM: T-08.01+T-08.03
(2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.)
This panel underscores the critical role of legal academia in tackling global sustainability challenges. Panelists will delve into Incorporating Sustainability Principles into Legal Education, focusing on integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues into legal curricula.
Discussions on The Role of Law Schools as Agents of Change will emphasize how academic institutions can lead transformative efforts to build a more sustainable future. Insights into International Initiatives and Agreements Promoting Sustainability Education will offer a global perspective, fostering collaboration and innovation across borders.
Finally, the panel will explore The Intersection of Environmental Justice and Global Legal Education, addressing how legal education can combat inequities and advance justice in the context of environmental challenges.
This dynamic panel aims to inspire innovative strategies for aligning legal education with sustainability imperatives, equipping future legal professionals to drive meaningful change.
International Initiatives and Agreements Promoting Sustainability in Education
Research Professor of the Faculty of Law, UiT - The Arctic University of Norway
The Role of Law Schools as Agents of Change
Lester Kissel Professor of Law Vice Dean for Global Initiatives on the Legal Profession and Director of the Center on the Legal Profession, Harvard Law School
Intersection of Environmental Justice and Global Legal Education
Fellow and Professor of Law at Lady Margaret Hall of the Faculty of Law, University of Oxford
Incorporating Sustainability Principles into Legal Education
Moderator:
Coffee Break
8TH FLOOR
(3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Global Governance
and Legal Education
Panel D – ROOM: T-08.01+T-08.03
(4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
This panel examines the dynamic relationship between legal training and the complexities of an increasingly interconnected world. Panelists will address Integrating Global Governance Issues into Legal Curricula, highlighting the need to equip students with the tools to navigate transnational challenges effectively.
A session on Balancing Domestic and Global Law will explore the delicate relationship between local legal traditions and international frameworks, emphasizing the importance of harmonizing diverse legal systems. The critical topic of Skills and Ethics for Lawyers in a Globalized World will focus on the essential competencies and ethical responsibilities required for cross-border legal practice, including navigating regulatory boundaries.
Lastly, discussions on Collaborative Programs and Cross-Border Partnerships Between Law Schools will showcase innovative initiatives fostering international cooperation in legal education.
The panel offers a forward-thinking platform to reimagine legal training within the context of interconnected legal and regulatory systems, preparing future legal professionals for the demands of global governance.
Integrating Global Governance Issues into Legal Curricula
Doing Our Share: The Globalist Contribution of Legal Academics
Skills and Ethics for Lawyers Practicing in a Globalized World and Regulatory Limits
Collaborative Programs and Partnerships Between Law Schools Across Borders
Moderator:
Closing Remarks
Soledad Atienza serves as the Dean of IE Law School, bringing extensive academic expertise and a global perspective on legal education. She is the Co-Vice President of the International Bar Association’s (IBA) Commission for the Future of Legal Services and Co-President of the Law Schools Global League (LSGL), further solidifying her leadership in the legal and academic fields.
Don’t miss this chance to connect with peers and participate in impactful discussions that will shape the next generation of legal training.
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