USA Chapter Introduction to 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”
11:00-11:25am Break and Discussion
11:25am- 12:45pm Program -“Interviews with International Divorce Lawyers ”
“What is the IAFL?”
12:45- 2:00pm Lunch
2:00- 3:30pm Program -“Why Practicing International Family Law Is Fun: Interesting and Odd Cases”
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”
10:30-10:45am Break and Discussion
10:45am- 12:00pm Program “Jurisdictional Differences”
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 additional informal networking opportunities throughout the meeting including a meet and greet at the Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District Hotel Bar and Lounge on Thursday, January 15, 2026 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., visiting the Liberty Bell, informal lunch at the Reading Terminal Market on Saturday January 17, 2026 after the program, etc.
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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