Seminar on International Parental Child Abduction and the Hague Convention

Victorian Chapter ILA (Australia Branch)

Join the Victorian Chapter of the International Law Association (Aus) for our  end-of-Year Seminar followed by ILA member dinner

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We warmly welcome ILA members, students, legal practitioners, academics, and anyone interested in international law to attend this free seminar and networking evening to celebrate our second year of operation.<h4>Seminar: International Parental Child Abduction &amp; the Hague Convention</h4>At the seminar, experts will discuss their work on cases involving the abduction by parents of children from Australia to overseas. They will explain how the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction applies in these situations, and outline the role of International Social Service Australia when abductions occur. The seminar will conclude with an audience Q&amp;A.<h4>Speakers</h4><ul><li>Eliza Tiernan, Barrister, Victorian Bar</li><li>Janaina Alburquerque Azevedo Gomes, International Family Lawyer (Brazil and Portugal)</li><li>Daniel Myers - Partner at Schetzer Papaleo Family Lawyers in Melbourne</li></ul><h4>Networking Drinks &amp; ILA Member Dinner</h4>After the seminar, join us for informal networking drinks!ILA members are then invited to continue the evening with dinner at The Met, where we will discuss Victorian Chapter plans for 2026 and connect with fellow members.<h4>Agenda</h4><ul><li>5:30pm – Registration</li><li>6:00pm – 7:00pm – Seminar &amp; Q&amp;A</li><li>7:00pm – 7:30pm – Networking drinks</li><li>8:00pm – ILA member dinner at The Met (pay-your-own)</li></ul>We look forward to celebrating with you and closing the year with thoughtful discussion, collaboration, and community.<h4>Registration</h4><ul><li>Seminar: Free &amp; open to all – registration required</li><li>Dinner: ILA members only – food &amp; drinks at bar prices , please email <a href="mailto:victorianchapter@ila.org.au" title="mailto:victorianchapter@ila.org.au" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">victorianchapter@ila.org.au</a> to confirm attendance.</li></ul>