In memory of Professor Guido Alpa

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It is with deep sorrow and immense gratitude that BILA remembers Professor Guido Alpa, a remarkable scholar, mentor, and friend whose impact on our legal community will never fade. As an esteemed professor, he dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge, inspiring generations of lawyers with his wisdom, integrity, and unwavering commitment to the law. As a close friend of BILA he has always supported shared and promoted the work and the initiatives of the association.

Professor Guido Alpa was more than a brilliant academic— he was a guiding light for so many of us in the legal profession. Through his teaching, mentorship, and tireless advocacy, he shaped not only our understanding of the law but also our dedication to its ethical practice. His passion for the legal profession was contagious, and his ability to challenge, encourage, and uplift those around him made an indelible mark on our association and beyond.

Beyond the lecture halls and courtrooms, Professor Guido Alpa was a friend to all who had the privilege of knowing him. Always generous with time and wisdom, he had a unique ability to inspire confidence, push boundaries, and spark meaningful conversations. Whether through rigorous legal debates or quiet moments of encouragement, he touched countless lives with kindness and unwavering belief in the power of law and the legal profession to contribute to a better world.

As we mourn this profound loss, we also celebrate a legacy that will continue to guide us.

Season's greetings

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Dear Members,

As the year draws to a close, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your support, dedication, and participation in our Association over the past year.

This holiday season is a wonderful time to reflect on our achievements and strengthen our bonds. We look forward to a renewed and deeper collaboration with our Members in the coming year.

May your Christmas be filled with joy, peace, and the warmth of loved ones, and may the New Year bring you good health, happiness, and prosperity.

Thank you for being part of our Association.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

BILA Committee Members

Summer break and upcoming events

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On behalf of the President and committee members of the British Italian Law Association, we wish you all a relaxing and joyful summer break.

 We will be back in September with our first event on Thursday 12th September, a joint social event together with the Association of London Welsh Lawyers (please see attached flyer);  Thursday 26th September we will be holding an Employment Law seminar and Thursday 13 February 2025 our annual Dinner Debate to be held at the prestigious Travellers Club.

 We look forward to seeing you all after the summer break.

BILA's new Honorary Secretary, Victoria Rowlands

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BILA is pleased to announce the appointment of Victoria Rowlands as the new Honorary Secretary to the Association. With an impressive background in company administration services and already a valuable committee member of other British-Italian organisations, Victoria brings a wealth of experience and innovation to the role. We are confident that with her contribution, we will continue to advance our mission and achieve new milestones.

Victoria is dedicated to fostering collaboration and driving forward members’ initiatives that align with our core values and strategic goals. We are excited to welcome her to the team and look forward to the positive impact she will undoubtedly have on our association.

At the same time, we extend our deepest gratitude to Pat Deeley for her invaluable contributions and steadfast dedication during her tenure as previous Honorary Secretary. Over the past years, Pat has been a trusted point of reference for members and friends of the association. Her service and unwavering commitment have set a strong foundation for future success.

We wish Pat all the best in her future endeavours and are immensely grateful for the lasting legacy she leaves behind. The association's progress and achievements over the years are a testament to her hard work and passion.

BILA Annual Dinner - Photo Gallery

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On Friday 7 June we hosted our famous Annual Dinner, at The Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn's wonderful Old Hall. We were profoundly honoured and grateful to have with us H.E. The Ambassador of Italy to the United Kingdom, Inigo Lambertini, the Honorary President of the Association.
Our President, Rocco Franco announced the winner of the 2023 edition of the BILA Award, Mr Giovanni Musso Piantanelli.

Thank you to all those involved in the organisation of the event: Rocco Franco, Francesca Rossi, Victoria Rowlands. A special thank you to Pat Deeley, who is stepping down from her role as Hon. Secretary of the Association after over 20 years!

AIA-ArbIt-40 Webinar: "Looking ahead: arbitration law reforms across Europe: a comparative analysis"

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We are pleased to inform BILA members of a webinar organised by AIA-ArbIt-40 German & UK’s Chapters on the subject of “Looking ahead: arbitration law reforms across Europe: a comparative analysis“.

The webinar will take place on Thursday 22 February 2024 between 12.30 and 2.00 CET.

To register please email: uk@aia-arbit-40.org by 21 February 2024. For more information please refer to the event’s leaflet.