Past Events
The Society hosts monthly luncheons from September through May at which speakers from foreign countries, the US Government, international institutions, and private practice address topics of current interest in the international arena. The Society also organizes several signature events each year including the WFLS Embassy Roundtable, the WFLS Annual Dinner Gala, the WFLS Diplomatic Reception, and a spring Annual Meeting and Garden Party.
November 1, 2010 Reception Honoring Australia
The Washington Foreign Law Society and the U.S. Department of State’s Office of the Legal Adviser were pleased to honor Australia at this year’s annual reception at the State Department. The event was held in the stunning and historic diplomatic reception rooms at the U.S.…October 14, 2010 Luncheon on the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program
The WFLS hosted a discussion with two of the Administration’s top experts on the international resettlement of refugees into the United States. Every year the United States admits over 70,000 refugees from around the world for permanent resettlement in the United States. …June 25, 2010 Luncheon on Climate Change featuring Susan Biniaz
The Washington Foreign Law Society held a luncheon in June featuring Susan Biniaz, Deputy Legal Adviser, U.S. Department of State, co-hosted by Arnold & Porter LLP. Ms. Biniaz addressed the topic of ”Climate Change: An update on international negotiations, Copenhagen, and prospects for this year.” …May 19, 2010 Luncheon: International Crisis — International or National Solutions?
Join us for a WFLS Luncheon Discussion featuring His Excellency Dr. Wendelin Ettmayer, Former Ambassador of Austria, “International Crisis — International or National Solutions?” 12 noon to 2 p.m. The City Club of Washington Columbia Square Location 555 13th Street, NW Washington, DC 2000 This is a plated luncheon. …May 3, 2010 You Be The Judge: Cross-Cultural Issues in the Courts
In recognition of Law Day 2010, WFLS co-hosted an event presented by the Law Library of Congress You Be The Judge: Cross-Cultural Issues in the Courts. This event was free and open to the public.Noon to 2pm
Mumford Room
Madison Building
The Library of Congress
101 Independence Ave.
… Mumford Room
Madison Building
The Library of Congress
101 Independence Ave.