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• Academy Alumni European Reunion

  • Start
    October 01, 2026
  • End
    October 04, 2026
  • Location
    Tirana, Albania

  Overview

  This program seeks to bring together alumni of the Academy of American and International Law to socialize, learn, and make new memories, while also introducing CAIL and the Academy to the guests of entities that participate in the Academy.
  
  The EUR 350 registration fee includes the welcome reception on Day 0; the substantive program, lunch, and dinner on Day 1; and transportation, lunch, and dinner on Day 2.
  
  Any additional optional activities will be offered at an additional cost, with details provided as plans are finalized.

  Questions

  If you have questions,  please contact Mr. Neritan Kallfa at nkallfa@tonucci.com.

  Program Highlights

  Thursday, October 1

  7:30 to 10:30 p.m. – Welcome Reception hosted by Tonucci & Partners Albania

  Tonucci & Partners Albania, Torre Drin, Rr. Abdi Toptani, Tirana, Albania

  Friday, October 2

  10:30 to 11:30 a.m. - Substantive Program

  12:00 to 4:00 p.m. - Sightseeing Tour of Tirana

  The walking tour will begin along the main boulevard, Dëshmorët e Kombit (“Martyrs of the Nation”), and continue past several of Tirana’s most notable landmarks, including the Orthodox Cathedral, the House of Leaves, and Skanderbeg Square. Along the way, participants will learn about the cultural and government buildings surrounding the city center.
  
  The tour will also include a visit to the Et’hem Bey Mosque, known for its distinctive frescoes and unique place among historic mosques in the Balkans.

  2:00 to 3:00 p.m. - Lunch

  Following lunch, the walking tour will continue to the Namazgah Mosque, a wonder of Ottoman-inspired architecture. From there, participants will visit the Pyramid of Tirana and continue along the boulevard to see the Prime Minister’s Office and other examples of Italian architecture dating from the Mussolini era.
  
  The tour will conclude near Mother Teresa Square, with views of the Presidential Palace, the Palace of Congresses, and the surrounding civic and cultural buildings.

  8:30 to 10:00 p.m. - Dinner

  Albanian folk show

  Saturday, October 3

  8:30 a.m - Departure from Tirana for Shkodër

  10:30 a.m. - Tour of Shkodër

  The day will begin with a walking tour of Rozafa Castle, one of Shkodër’s most prominent historic landmarks. Perched on a rocky hill overlooking the Buna and Drin rivers, the castle offers impressive views of the surrounding area and a glimpse into the region’s long history.
  
  The tour will then continue to the Lead Mosque, also known as the Mehmet Pasha Bushati Mosque. Built in the 18th century and named for the lead that once covered its domes, the mosque is recognized as a Cultural Monument of Albania.

  2:00 p.m. - Lunch

  Following lunch, participants will visit the Venice Art Mask Factory, which features an extensive collection of handcrafted Venetian-style masks.
  
  If time permits, the group will also visit the Marubi National Museum of Photography. The museum preserves the remarkable photographic legacy of the Marubi family, beginning with Pietro Marubi, an Italian photographer who established his studio in Shkodër in the mid-19th century.

  5:00 p.m. - Departure from Shkodër for Tirana

  8:30 p.m. - Farewell Dinner

  Sunday, October 4, 2026

  Optional Informal Group Activities and Free Time

  
  

  
  

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• Academy Alumni Latin America Reunion

  • Start
    October 15, 2026
  • End
    October 17, 2026
  • Location
    São Paulo, Brazil

  Overview

  This program seeks to bring together alumni of the Academy of American and International Law to socialize, learn, and make new memories, while also introducing CAIL and the Academy to the guests of entities that participate in the Academy.

  Space is limited so registration is required. The $30 USD registration fee covers the welcome reception and substantive program. CAIL’s goal is to keep the cost as low as possible to allow greater attendance. Participation in any other event is optional and will incur an additional charge, which will be determined as plans are finalized. If you have questions, please email Brandon White at bwhite@cailaw.org. Register now to confirm your spot.

  Co-Chairs

  • Andrei Vanzin Aggens, The Procter & Gamble Co., São Paulo, Brazil
  • Leonardo Mansur Lunardi Danesi, TozziniFreire Advogados, São Paulo, Brazil
  • Maria Izabel De Paula, American Airlines, Inc., São Paulo, Brazil
  • Paulo Yamaguchi, Mitsui Rail Capital, São Paulo, Brazil

  Questions

  If you have questions, please contact Brandon White.

  Program Highlights

  Thursday, October 15

  6 to 8 p.m. – Welcome Reception Hosted by TozziniFreire Advogados

  • TozziniFreire Advogados, Edifício Salma Tower, Av. Brig. Faria Lima, 3555 - 6º Andar São Paulo, SP – Brasil, CEP 04538-133

  Optional Informal Food and Drinks Following Reception – Location TBD

  Friday, October 16

  8:45 – 9:15 a.m. - Registration and Networking

  9:15 – 9:25 a.m. - Welcome

  9:25 - 9:55 a.m. – Keynote Presentation

  10:00 – 11:15 a.m. - Across Borders: Navigating M&A Transactions in Latin America

  Cross-border mergers and acquisitions in Latin America require parties and their counsel to navigate differing legal systems, regulatory requirements, business practices, and economic conditions. This panel will examine the key issues that arise throughout the life cycle of an M&A transaction. Panelists will share practical insights on managing risk, bridging jurisdictional and cultural differences, and successfully executing transactions across borders.

  Moderator: Victor Frias Françoso, TozziniFreire, São Paulo, Brazil

  Panelists:

  • Eduardo C. Botello Adame, Santos Elizondo, Monterrey, Mexico
  • Nicolás del Campo Wilson, Tavarone Rovelli Salim Miani, Buenos Aires, Argentina
  • Francisca Martínez, Guerrero Olivos, Santiago, Chile
  • Oswaldo Dalla Torre, TozziniFreire, São Paulo, Brazil

  11:15 – 11:45 a.m. - Networking Break

  11:45 – 1:00 p.m. - The Regulatory Landscape in Latin America: Risks, Realities, and Business Strategies

  Companies operating across Latin America must navigate regulatory systems that vary significantly by country, industry, and type of business activity. Bringing together both in-house and outside counsel perspectives, this panel will examine current and evolving regulatory risk or conducting business in Brazil and other areas in Latin America. The discussion will include a wide range of topics, including interactions with government authorities, infrastructure and energy products, consumer products, compliance, data privacy, and other regulated activities. The panelists will discuss strategies for responding to evolving legal requirements while pursuing cross-border opportunities.

  Moderator: Beatrice Gallucci, Ughi e Nunziante, Rome, Italy

  Panelists: 

  • Marco Nicolas Castaneda Vicuna, Lima, Peru
  • Caio de Souza Loureiro, TozziniFreire, São Paulo, Brazil
  • Additional Panelists Invited

  1:30 pm. - Optional Lunch – Location TBD

  Free Time

  Optional Informal Food and Drinks Followed by After Hour Social Activities

  Saturday, October 17

  Optional Informal Group Activities of Free Time

  
  

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• 62nd Academy of American and International Law

  • Start
    May 31, 2027
  • End
    July 01, 2027
  • Location
    Plano, Texas

  Overview

  The Academy of American and International Law, the flagship program of the Southwestern Institute for International and Comparative Law, has been shaping global legal leaders since 1964. With more than 3,300 participants from 121 countries, this intensive multi-week program offers lawyers worldwide a unique opportunity to gain deep insights into U.S. law and international business while building lasting professional relationships.

  Program Focus and Highlights

  Designed specifically for non-U.S. lawyers, the Academy blends academic rigor with practical skills development. Each year, participants from more than 20 countries study in an immersive environment led by distinguished faculty and renowned practitioners of U.S. and international law.

  The curriculum covers:

  • International Business & Transactions: international litigation, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, arbitration
  • Emerging Issues: cybersecurity, compliance, and other global challenges
  • Core Legal Skills: legal writing, trial skills, and international negotiation training

  A Global Network of Leaders

  Academy alumni include heads of state, judges, and senior legal leaders. Past participants have gone on to serve as the President of the UN General Assembly, the Prime Minister of Peru, and the Chief Justices of the Philippines and Italy’s Court of Cassation.

  Tuition and Costs

  Tuition is $3,600 USD and includes five weeks of daily classes, field trips, receptions, and social events. Discounts are available for participants affiliated with organizations that are members of the Southwestern Institute for International and Comparative Law (SWIICL). Certain membership levels even provide guaranteed, complimentary registration for a participant(s) in the Academy.

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