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Learn. Network. Share. Miami
On the eve of the year 2020, AIJA steps boldly into the third decade of the 21st century by gathering for its 2019 Half-Year October Conference in the beautiful and dynamic city of Miami. Nestled between world-renowned beaches and a delicate wetlands eco-system, lies the seventh largest metropolitan region in the United States. Miami is a legal, financial, trade and transportation powerhouse, the gateway to North and South America, and a cultural melting pot.
Business in Latin America. International litigation. Energy in the age of renewables. Leadership and diversity
Join AIJA and Miami’s diverse and multi-lingual legal community for a top-notch academic programme focusing on business in Latin America, the hottest topics in international litigation, and energy in the age of renewables. In addition, the Miami Half-Year Conference will feature a diversity and leadership-focused SCILL programme.
Embrace the AIJA spirit and see you in Miami!
Home hospitality and an unforgettable social programme will introduce you to Miami’s warmth and welcoming spirit as well as to its legendary entertainment venues and scene.
Topics to be discussed:
Topics to be discussed:
Topics to be discussed:
Energy companies and climate change
Environmental & safety barriers to overcome in oil & gas projects
JOINT TRACK | Leading strategically in an interdependent, diverse and complex world.
In today's world of increasing interdependency, diversity and complexity, it is vital to utilize either/or AND both/and thinking and acting to address your most strategic challenges and opportunities. The research is clear - leaders, teams and organizations that leverage Polarities (aka paradox, dilemma, intractable conflict) outperform those that don't. Join Leslie DePol, CEO & Co-Founder of Polarity Partnerships, in re-examining some of the strategies we employ to reduce our vulnerability and negative exposure from a provocative and more aspirational point of view: Do we focus on what’s best for the Company or our Community? Do we innovate boldly or mitigate risk wisely? Should I lead with my role or soul? Should we protect our uniqueness or drive more alignment? Should I take a stand for my interests or compromise to accommodate your interests? There are right and wrong ways to approach these chronic dilemmas. In this workshop you will learn a simple process and apply it to some of your most complex challenges to achieve better outcomes for yourself AND others.
Session proposed by the Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership and Learning (SCILL) Commission
PANEL SESSION | M&A Transactions in the Americas and Europe - Similarities And Differences
Same, same but different. While agreements for corporate acquisitions may seem similar all over the world at first glance, differences are often quite material when you look in more detail. Differences can be found in e.g. purchase price mechanisms, impact of disclosure on the parties’ liability and representations and warranties. A selected group of M&A practitioners from Europe, South America and the US will look at process, structure and agreements of M&A transactions and discuss differences and the reasons for such differences.
Session proposed by the Corporate and M&A Commission on Friday 1 November from 10.00 to 12.00
AIJA is striving to offer continuous professional development opportunities also during its main events. 2 coaching options will be offered to all attendees during the AIJA Half-Year conference from 29 October to 2 November in Miami. Check out here to register to the proposed coaching sessions. Number of places are limited. Allocation of slots will be made on a first come first served basis.
By registering you have to accept the general terms and conditions and accept that your registration is considered binding immediately, but participation to the event is possible only after full payment of the registration fee.
Please note that any arrangements related to the participation of the participant in an AIJA event, including but not limited to booking or cancellation of accommodation or flights, as well as respecting the cancellation deadlines indicated in the general terms and conditions, are the sole responsibility of the participant. AIJA shall not be held liable for any expenses the participant may suffer as the result of participant’s failure to comply with his/her obligations.
It is recommended for each participant to purchase a cancellation and travel insurance.
Please note that in-house counsel registrations are subject to review and confirmation by AIJA. AIJA considers in-house counsel professionals who hold a university degree in law allowing access to a bar association and practicing law as an in-house counsel in private, public, or non-profit companies, institutions or organisations. Please note that in-house counsel who are at the same time active as fee-earning lawyers or consultants are not eligible to the discounted in-house counsel fee.
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If you are a lawyer under 35 years old and meet the requirements, apply to our Scholarship Programme for this event. You can check more details here.
EAST, Miami is Swire Hotels’ first venture into North America, following the openings of EAST in Hong Kong and Beijing. Centrally located within a 15 minute drive from the Miami International Airport, EAST, Miami is situated on top of Brickell City Centre, conveniently connected to popular districts such as Wynwood, the Design District, and South Beach. With a vibrant restaurant scene, sleek and thoughtful guestrooms, and a variety of retail shops, the hotel offers a unique mix of customized guest services and cutting-edge technology.
EAST, Miami
788 Brickell Plaza
Miami FL 33131 - USA
T +1 305 712 7000
F +1 305 373 2282
www.east-miami.com
Bedrooms have been pre-booked at the conference hotel at the following preferential rates for AIJA Participants:
Guest Room (single or double occupancy): 259.00 USD per night incl. free Wi-Fi + 13% state and local taxes
Continental breakfast for 1 (one) guest daily per room is included in the above rate. (Continental breakfast rate: 31$)
Rates available 3 days Pre and Post based on availability.
Please note that rooms will be allocated on a first come first served basis according to availability. To make a reservation:
- Click here for direct access to the on-line booking webpage
- Enter the group code “AIJA2019” in the hotel website www.east-miami.com to be directed to the group page
- Contact the East Hotel In House Reservations Line +1 786 805 4626 to make reservations by telephone with the code AIJA2019
BY UBER - LYFT
The Uber/Lyft Apps are usually used by locals and preferred to the yellow cabs. Please consider a $20 fare from the airport to the EAST Hotel.
BY METRO
Metrorail is the other option during the day or early evening. The Brickell Metrorail station stop is 0.3 miles from the EAST Hotel (+/- a 7-minute walk). Metrorail would not be recommended for anyone arriving either very early or very late as the trains run less frequently. More info can be found here: https://www.miamiandbeaches.com/plan-your-trip/transportation/how-to-get-to-downtown-miami-from-the-airport
Quick & Affordable Option: Metrorail Orange Line
By far the easiest and cheapest option, just hop on the MIA Mover, an automated train system, from the airport to the Miami Intermodal Center, which is located nearby. The MIA Mover train station at the airport is located on the third level between the Dolphin and Flamingo Garages. Use the third level Skyride (moving walks) to access the MIA Mover station. Then it’s about a four-minute ride.
Once you get to the Miami Intermodal Center (which is just a fancy name for our airport transportation hub), you’ll take the Metrorail Orange Line ($2.25 per person, per trip) to the BRICKELL stop. Read more about taking public transportation in Miami.
Traveler Tip: There are two apps for iPhone and Android mobile devices that will help you navigate public transportation: the Miami-Dade Transit Tracker and the Miami Trolley App.
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