IAFL Events

IAFL Annual Meeting, Dublin, Ireland - SOLD OUT

Event date: 2 Sep 2026

Join us for the IAFL’s Annual Meeting 2026 in Dublin, Ireland. Home to so much historical architecture, countless literary legends and of course, the friendly Irish people, Dublin blends old world charm with a lively modern spirit making it impossible to resist. From the cobbled streets of Temple Bar, with its traditional pubs and exciting nightlife, to the quiet beauty of Trinity College, home to the Book of Kells, this will be a meeting to remember!

Where and When

InterContinental Dublin

Simmonscourt Road

Ballsbridge

Dublin 4

Ireland

Website

Start: Wednesday 2 September 2026

End: Sunday 6 September 2026

Map and Directions

Update 13 April: The Dublin meeting is sold out and no further registrations can be accepted.

A Word from the President - the Ethos of IAFL Meetings

The IAFL has a deserved reputation for its collegiality and conviviality, particularly at our meetings. After recent meetings, we have received direct feedback from many participants that they feel that the meetings lack inclusivity which has coincided with a noticeable increase in the number of private spin-off events taking place during the meeting. Given this, the IAFL Executive Committee has instituted a new policy mandating that no private group functions be organized during the advertised meeting times, specifically Wednesday lunchtime through Sunday morning. Further, we would ask you take a moment to read our Policy on Expectations of Engagement at IAFL Events.

Thank you for helping us make the meetings welcoming for all.

I look forward to seeing you in Dublin.

Heather Q. Hostetter

IAFL President

Accommodation
The IAFL has reserved a limited number of rooms for the nights of 31 August – 5 September 2026 at the hotels listed below. The rates are per room per night in Euros, including breakfast and VAT. They apply, subject to availability, to reservations made via JLICS (the official accommodation agent) by 1 July 2026. Please do not contact the hotels direct to make a booking:

InterContinental (meeting venue)
Guest room
Single occupancy: €450 Double occupancy: €485
Check in: 3 pm Check out: 12 noon
Payment for your room
You will be charged for your room upon arrival at the hotel.
Cancellation
From 31 July 2026, any cancellation or reduction in room nights will be charged the full amount by the hotel to the credit card provided.

Clayton Hotel (opposite the InterContinental)
Executive room
Single occupancy: €329 Double occupancy: €349
Check in: 3 pm Check out: 11 am
Payment for your room
You will be charged for your room upon arrival at the hotel.
Cancellation
From 3 July 2026, any cancellation or reduction in room nights will be charged the full amount by the hotel to the credit card provided.

Herbert Park Hotel (10 minutes walk from the InterContinental)
Standard room
Single occupancy: €240 Double occupancy: €255
Check in: 3 pm Check out: 12 noon
Payment for your room
You will be charged for your room upon arrival at the hotel.
Cancellation
From 31 July 2026, any cancellation or reduction in room nights will be charged the full amount by the hotel to the credit card provided.

How to Cancel/Amend your Hotel Booking
Email iafl@judylaneics.com. Our policy is to respond, confirming receipt of your cancellation/amendment, within 48 hours. If not received, please telephone Michele Williams +44 1327 858216 (UK office hours).

Registration Fees
The IAFL’s terms of registration can be reviewed here


	Early Bird	Regular
	(to 20 July 2026)	(from 21 July 2026)
First Timer Fellow	USD 950	USD 1,190
First Timer Fellow Tiered Fee*	USD 850	USD 1,190
Fellow	USD 995	USD 1,295
Fellow Tiered Fee*	USD 850	USD 1,295
Associate Fellow	USD 850	USD 1,295
Judicial Fellow	USD 850	USD 1,295
Lawyer Guest	USD 1,445	USD 1,645
Lawyer Guest Tiered Fee*	USD 1,100	USD 1,645
Non-Practicing Fellow	USD 450	USD 550
Accompanying Guest	USD 450	USD 550
Accompanying Guest (21 & under)	USD 350	USD 350

*Tiered/Reduced Registration fees for Fellows

The IAFL is committed to expanding its reach in jurisdictions that are currently under and un-represented within its Fellowship and to making meetings more accessible to all. With these aims in mind, the IAFL offers reduced registration fees to attendees from jurisdictions that qualify for IAFL Tiered Dues. The discount only applies to those registering at the early bird rate which is available up to 20 July 2026. After this date, the regular fee will apply. Click here to view the list of qualifying countries.

Fees include:

Fellow, First Timer Fellow, Associate Fellow, Judicial Fellow & Lawyer Guest

Attendance at the Education Program
Access to the Event App
Welcome Reception & Dinner on Wednesday 2 September at the InterContinental Hotel
Coffee breaks Thursday 3, Friday 4 and Saturday 5 September
Happy Hour on Thursday 3 September at Doheny & Nesbitt Pub

Non-Practicing Fellow

Access to the Event App
Welcome Reception & Dinner on Wednesday 2 September at the InterContinental Hotel
Happy Hour on Thursday 3 September at Doheny & Nesbitt Pub

Accompanying Guest

Access to the Event App
Welcome Reception & Dinner on Wednesday 2 September at the InterContinental Hotel
Happy Hour on Thursday 3 September at Doheny & Nesbitt Pub

Accompanying Guest (under 21)

Welcome Reception & Dinner on Wednesday 2 September at the InterContinental Hotel
Happy Hour on Thursday 3 September at Doheny & Nesbitt Pub

Registration Cancellation
Registration cancellations received in writing to iafl@judylaneics.com will be accepted until 20 July 2026 and fees refunded, less a USD 100.00 administrative fee per person. This includes social events and tours fees, but only if the Academy is not responsible for any charges or fees due to the cancellation.

Registration fees for cancellations received after 20 July 2026 will not be refunded. If the IAFL is able to re-sell any cancelled social function tickets or tours to another delegate, these fees may be refunded but only after the Meeting has taken place. Please email iafl@judylaneics.com. No refunds will be made for non-attendance at the Meeting.

Note that registrations are unique to the individual named on the registration form and are not interchangeable or transferable, either in part or whole to another person.

Education Program

Click here to view the Education Program

Social Program

Click here to view the detailed social program with costs (where applicable)

The social program includes:

Wednesday 2 September

Dublin City Walking Tour
Welcome Reception & Dinner at the InterContinental Hotel

Thursday 3 September

Vikings and the Birth of Dublin Tour
Private Dublin Bay Boat Cruise
Book of Kells Immersive Experience
Happy Hour in Doheny & Nesbitt (Traditional Irish Pub)

Friday 4 September

Epic Museum and Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship Tour
IAFL’s 40th Anniversary Celebration at Aviva Stadium

Saturday 5 September

Bike Tour of Phoenix Park
Chapter and Verse Walking Tour
President’s Dinner and Dancing at the Guinness Storehouse

Restaurants
Click here to view a list of restaurants put together with the help of our local event agency in Dublin.

Dress Code
The dress code for the education program and social functions is smart casual, with a “Black & White” theme for the President’s Dinner at the Guinness Storehouse.

Visa Requirements
It is the responsibility of each attendee to check visa requirements for entry into Ireland and to organize a visa if required. Information can be found on the Government of Ireland website. Please allow sufficient time for the relevant application process. The organizers will not accept liability for non-approval of visas and any request for a refund of registration fees paid will be considered under the meeting cancellation terms and conditions (see above).

Green and Environmental Awareness Policy
The IAFL recognises the environmental impact of its international activities, especially intercontinental travel for our conferences and meetings. Click here to read the IAFL's policy in full.

Click here to read the Intercontinental Dublin's Environmental Sustainability Policy

Click here to read the sustainability policy of Ovation, the Destination Management Company that IAFL is working with to deliver the various events and excursions during the meeting.

Sponsorship

The IAFL gratefully acknowledges the support of meeting sponsors.

Cbiz - Principal Sponsor