USA Chapter Introduction to International Family Law Conference, Philadelphia
Event date: 16 Jan 2026
January 16-17, 2026 - Philadelphia, PA
Join the USA-Chapter of the International Academy of Family Lawyers for an introduction to International Family Law. This program will provide a comprehensive review of international family law topics and an opportunity to learn more about Fellowship with the IAFL.
The current program schedule is as follows (subject to change):
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2026
8:00-9:00am Breakfast
9:00-11:00am Program - “Hague and UCCJEA Issues”
Presented by Richard Min, David Schaffer and Larry Katz
11:00-11:25am Break and Discussion
11:25am- 12:00pm Program -“How to Effectuate International Service ”
Presented by Francis Goldsmith, Richard West and Ron Kauffman
12:00 - 12:45pm Program - "How to Divide International Retirement Accounts"
Presented by QDRO Group
12:45- 2:00pm Lunch
2:00-3:00pm Program - "How to Value International Assets"
Presented by Stout
3:00-3:30pm Program -“Why Practicing International Family Law Is Fun: Interesting and Odd Cases”
Presented by Wendy Crew, Andrew Zashin and Julie Gerock
8:00-10:30pm Pizza/Dance Party Networking Event at the Pulse Club and Bar
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17, 2026
8:00-9:00am Breakfast
9:00-10:30am Program “Prenuptial/Postnuptial Agreements Cross Borders”
Presented by Jane Keir, Mudita Chawla, and Brian Sobol
10:30-10:45am Break and Discussion
10:45am- 12:00pm Program “Jurisdictional Differences”
Liz Hicks, Karon Bales and Ariel Leichter-Maroko
Included in Registration Cost
- Education sessions
- Breakfast on Friday and Saturday
- Lunch on Friday
- Friday night pizza party and networking event
We will also arrange an informal lunch at the Reading Terminal Market on Saturday, January 17.
THANK YOU TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORS
HOTEL INFORMATION
The recommended hotel for this program is the Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District Hotel. Please note: Participants are responsible for securing their own hotel reservations.
Located in the heart of Philadelphia's Historic District, this hotel is within walking distance of Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and the Betsy Ross House. It is a modern, full-service hotel with key amenities such as dining, a bar, gym, and comfortable rooms.
Registration Cancellation
Registration cancellations received in writing to courtney.hamm@iafl.com will be accepted until 5 December 2025 and fees refunded, less a USD 100.00 administrative fee per person.
Registration fees for cancellations received after 5 December 2025 will not be refunded. Please email courtney.hamm@iafl.com. No refunds will be made for non- attendance at the Meeting.
If in the unlikely event the Meeting is cancelled, any travel and accommodation costs will not be refunded.
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