Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend the Section of International Law 2010 Fall Meeting?
As the premier gathering of international experts worldwide, the International Law Fall Meeting has sessions that would appeal to a broad range of audiences including:

• Practicing Attorneys
• Professors
• Students
• Media
• Government officials
• Business executives focused on International Law

What does my registration fee include?
Fees are ALL INCLUSIVE. This pricing includes admission to all CLE sessions for CLE credit, course materials, networking breaks, and receptions.

Is there a group discount available?
Group discounts are available for multiple registrations from law firms and corporate legal departments submitted prior to October 15, 2010.  You will receive 50% off the highest registration fee for each additional registrant after the fifth full paying registrant, as long as all register at the same time.

Please contact Jessica Smith at smithj@staff.abanet.org or 202.662.1673 for additional information and instructions about completing this process.

Can I register for the meeting onsite?
Yes, you may register onsite at the meeting. However, higher registration fees will apply for onsite registrations. We strongly encourage you to register in advance via the Section of International Law Fall Meeting website. By registering early, you will have a speedier check-in when you arrive at the meeting.

Will I receive a refund if I have to cancel my registration?
Refunds are available based on when you cancel.  If you cancel on or before October 15th, 2010, you will be refunded your registration fee, less a $100 administrative fee to cover the cost of processing. No refunds will be available for cancellations made after October 15th, 2010 or for no-shows. Formal written requests for refunds may be submitted via email to Duane Propst at propstr@staff.abanet.org.

Will I receive a confirmation of my registration?
For registrations made on-line, confirmation of registration will be sent via email immediately.

For registrations made via fax or mail, please allow two weeks for processing; confirmation of registration will be sent via email immediately upon processing.

For registrations made with check payment via mail, please allow two weeks for processing; confirmation of registration will be sent via email immediately upon processing.

If you do not receive confirmation after 30 days, please do not hesitate to email Jessica Smith at smithj@staff.abanet.org.

Will I receive a receipt for my registration?
Yes.  You will receive two e-mails, a registration confirmation and a purchase receipt.

I have registered for the meeting but would like to make changes to my name on my badge. How do I do this?
If you would like to change the information on your badge, you may do so onsite at the meeting registration desk.

Which hotel has a room block for this meeting?  What are the rates?

I am a student and would like to share a hotel room with another student to reduce costs.  Any suggestions on how to arrange this?
The Section of International Law does not have the ability to coordinate housing for students. We suggest you network at your school and through other schools to find other students with whom to share housing.

What airport is most convenient to fly into?  How far is the airport from the hotel?
There are two convenient airports near The Westin Paris.  Orly Field (ORY) is located 14.48km/9.0 miles away, while Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) is 22.53 km/14.0 miles away.

What’s the best way to get from the airport to the hotel?
Taxi is the easiest way to get to the hotel.  The fee will range from 30 to 60 €, depending on the time of day and the traffic at that hour.

What are the driving directions to the hotel?
From East
From A6 take Boulevard Perepherique to Port De Bercy. Follow the signs to Paris Centre. Take Rue De Rivoli to Rue De Castiglione. Hotel is on the right.

From North
From the Arc De Triomphe, take the Champs Elysees to Place De La Concorde. Continue on Rue Royale to Rue Faubourg St. Honore and turn right. At the fourth traffic light turn right onto Rue De Castiglione.  The hotel is located on the right.

From West
From the Arc De Triomphe, take the Champs Elysees to Place De La Concorde. Continue on to Rue Royale to Rue St. Honore. At the fourth traffic light turn right onto Rue De Castiglione.

From South
From A6 take Boulevard Perepherique to Port De Bercy. Follow the signs to Paris Centre. Take Rue De Rivoli to Rue De Castiglione. Hotel is on the right.

Is parking available at the hotel?
While there is no parking available on the hotel premises, there is a parking garage nearby (.1km/.1 mile) which is approximately 27€ per day.

What is the dress code for the Fall Meeting?
For the 2010 Fall Meeting, business casual and business attire are both appropriate.

Can I receive CLE credit for attending the International Law Fall Meeting?
The Section of International Law will provide both General and Ethics CLE Credit at the 2010 Fall Meeting.

CLE forms will be in the back of each CLE program at the Fall Meeting. For questions while at the meeting, please visit the CLE counter next to the Registration counter.

EVENT TICKETS
While tickets for evening receptions are included in the registration fees for the Fall Meeting, luncheon and guest tickets must be purchased separately.  These tickets can be purchased on the registration form or on-site the day before the event is scheduled.  We regret that because we must guarantee our final numbers with the hotel and venues in advance of the event date, we can not sell same-day tickets.  There will, however, be a board in the registration area where meeting attendees can exchange and gift tickets.