IAFL European Chapter Meeting, Paris, France
Event date: 04 Dec 2024
Paris, one of the most famous cities in the world and a kaleidoscope of culture, art, beauty and history. A blend of both old and new architecture, museums, the romantic River Seine, street cafés and, of course, the chic Parisians, combine to make it a vibrant and fascinating place to experience. The Chapter held its inaugural meeting in 1989, and we are delighted to be back in La Ville-Lumière” (the City of Light) 35 years later to celebrate our anniversary.
As well as a fascinating education program, Fellows will once again be able to get involved with a Community Support Activity - Stuff a bag for Barreau des Rues
Click here to view the IAFL Registration Policy for Attendance at Meetings.
Update 11 September: The Paris meeting is sold out and no further registrations can be accepted. Please note all tours and social events have sold out.
Map and Directions
Where and When
Westin Paris Vendôme
3 rue de Castiglione
75001 Paris
France
Start: Wednesday, 4 December 2024 at 12:00PM
End: Sunday, 8 December 2024 at 08:00AM
Meeting Hotel
The IAFL has reserved a limited number of rooms for the nights of 2 – 7 December 2024 at the Westin Paris Vendôme, a historic, 4-star hotel, ideally located in the heart of the city and just steps away from iconic attractions like the Louvre, Tuileries Garden and Place Vendôme. The hotel has agreed, subject to availability, to offer the IAFL rate 2 days pre and post the event dates.
Room Rates & Reservations
The below rates apply, subject to availability, to reservations made via Judy Lane ICS (official accommodation agent) by 18 November 2024. A valid credit card will be required to confirm your reservation and must not expire prior to 9 December 2024. Please do not contact the hotel direct to make your reservation. Rates quoted are per room per night in Euros, including breakfast and VAT, excluding city tax (€2.88 per person per night):
Superior Room:
Single occupancy: €320
Double occupancy: €340
Cancellation/Amendment of your Hotel Booking
You may cancel or amend your booking by emailing 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.
Penalties (for cancellation/reduction in room nights)
Up until 31 October 2024: No penalty
From 1 November 2024: Full-stay penalty
The full-stay penalty will also apply to no-shows (non-arrival on the day of your booking).
Where penalties are due, the hotel will charge the credit card you have provided as a guarantee when making your reservation.
Registration
20 August 2024: Due to constraints on numbers and to ensure existing Fellows can register for the Paris meeting we are no longer able to accept any further lawyer guest registrations.
Registration Fees
|
Early Bird |
Regular |
| (to 30 September) | (from 1 October) | |
| First Timer Fellow | USD 900 | USD 1,025 |
| First Timer Fellow Tiered Fee** | USD 603 | USD 1,025 |
| Fellow | USD 1,000 | USD 1,125 |
| Fellow Tiered Fee** | USD 670 | USD 1,125 |
| Associate Fellow | USD 670 | USD 1,125 |
| Judicial Fellow | USD 670 | USD 1,125 |
| Lawyer Guest | USD 1,125 | USD 1,250 |
| Lawyer Guest Tiered Fee** | USD 754 | USD 1,250 |
| Non-Practising Fellow* | USD 495 | USD 595 |
| Accompanying Guest | USD 495 | USD 595 |
| Accompanying Guest (21 & under) | USD 250 | USD 250 |
*Per the registration policy if a Non Practising Fellow wishes to attend the Education program they should register as a Fellow.
**Tiered Dues/Reduced Registration fees
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 is pleased to offer reduced registration fees to attendees (Fellows and Lawyer Guests) from jurisdictions that qualify for IAFL Tiered Dues.
The 30% discount only applies to those registering at the early bird rate which is available up to 30 September 2024. After this date, the regular fee will apply.
Click here to view the list of qualifying countries.
Registration 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 4 December at the Westin Paris Vendôme
• Lunch on Friday 6 December at the Westin Paris Vendôme
• Coffee breaks on Thursday 5, Friday 6 and Saturday 7 December
• Happy Hour on Thursday 5 and Friday 6 December at the Westin Paris Vendôme
Non-Practising Fellow
• Access to the Event App
• Welcome Reception & Dinner on Wednesday 4 December at the Westin Paris Vendôme
• Lunch on Friday 6 December at the Westin Paris Vendôme
• Happy Hour on Thursday 5 and Friday 6 December at the Westin Paris Vendôme
Accompanying Guest
• Access to the Event App
• Welcome Reception & Dinner on Wednesday 4 December at the Westin Paris Vendôme
• Lunch on Friday 6 December at the Westin Paris Vendôme
• Happy Hour on Thursday 5 and Friday 6 December at the Westin Paris Vendôme
Accompanying Guest (under 21)
• Welcome Reception & Dinner on Wednesday 4 December at the Westin Paris Vendôme
• Lunch on Friday 6 December at the Westin Paris Vendôme
• Happy Hour on Thursday 5 and Friday 6 December at the Westin Paris Vendôme
Conference Materials: -
The Education Program materials are available to download here and from the IAFL Paris app:
- Education program
- Speaker profiles
- Advanced materials and presentations
Click here to view Paris general information
Click here to view Paris restaurants
Click here to view the French Fellows list of Favourite places - Top Tips
Information on the Community Support Activity - Stuff a bag for Barreau des Rues on Friday 6 December at 12:30 - 13:15
Every day, lawyers are called upon to serve the most vulnerable members of our society. Established in 2017, the Barreau des Rues embodies the principles of dignity and humanity enshrined in the oath taken by lawyers. This initiative seeks to transform this oath into action by providing pro bono legal assistance to those who feel abandoned by the law.
From its inception, the Barreau des rues has mobilized the lawyers of the Paris Bar to deliver essential support to individuals experiencing homelessness or social exclusion. In addition to providing clothing and basic necessities, the organization actively collaborates with various associations to advocate for the rights of the most disadvantaged. This includes outreach efforts, individual legal appeals, and training sessions for volunteers from partner organizations to ensure they are well-informed about recent legal developments.
We invite IAFL Fellows and lawyer guests to contribute to their annual Christmas collection. In the weeks leading up to the holiday season, they gather chocolates, sweets, and other treats, which are then distributed by our partner organizations—such as Emmaüs, Secours Populaire, and Aurore—to those in need.
We kindly request donations of chocolates, dried cakes, candies, and similar items, preferably in individual or divisible packaging to help distribution. Your generosity can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who are often overlooked.
Our co-presidents, Gregory Groleas and Lilly Diener, along with fellow members Anne-Sophie Laguens, Maxime Clery Melin, Pierre-François Rousseau, and myself are eager to share more about the mission of Barreau des rues and the impact of your contributions.
Thank you for your support.
Alice Meier-Bourdeau, IAFL European Chapter Vice President
Social Program
Click here to view the detailed social program with costs (where applicable).
12 September: Please note all social program events are now sold out.
The social program includes:
Wednesday 4 December
• Orientation Walking Tour
• Welcome Reception and Dinner at the Westin Paris Vendôme
Thursday 5 December
• The Perfumer’s Apprentice at Fragonard Perfume Museum Tour
• Walking Tour Opéra Garnier - SOLD OUT
• Happy Hour at the Westin Paris Vendôme
- Dine Arounds - limited number of tickets available
Friday 6 December
• Walking Tour Sainte Chapelle or La Conciergerie and a Visit to the Cour de Cassation - SOLD OUT
• Happy Hour at the Westin Paris Vendôme
- Dine Arounds - limited number of tickets available
Saturday 7 December
• Visit to Versailles - SOLD OUT
• President’s Dinner at the Automobile Club of France - SOLD OUT
Dress Code
The dress code for the education program and the social functions will be smart casual, with the exception of the President's Dinner at the Automobile Club. For this event the dress code will be Party chic (jacket, shirt and tie for men, no sportswear, sneakers or denim permitted in the venue) .
The IAFL European Chapter gratefully acknowledges the support of the meeting sponsors.
International Family Law Group LLP
Please contact Ele Dexter ele.dexter@iafl.com if you are interested in sponsoring the meeting.
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