IBA Annual Conference Paris 2023
29 Oct - 3 Nov 2023
Rooms 362-363, Level 3
Session information
Without fear or favour: the role of the independent referral bar in upholding the rule of law in a rapidly changing world
Tuesday 31 October (1430 - 1545)
Rooms 362-363, Level 3
Committee(s)
Forum for Barristers and Advocates
(Lead)
Judges' Forum
Rule of Law Forum
Description
The session will explore how amidst rapid technological change and social and political instability the independent referral bars, in jurisdictions across the globe, strive to preserve and uphold the rule of law.
Session / Workshop Chair(s)
| Seán Guerin | The Bar of Ireland, Dublin, Ireland; Chair, Forum for Barristers and Advocates |
Speakers
| Derek Chan SC | Hong Kong Bar Association, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR |
| Justice Ngozika Okaisabor | Court of Appeal, Abuja, Nigeria; Member, Judges' Forum Advisory Board |
| Nick Vineall | President / Chairperson, The Bar Council of England and Wales |
| Mark Woods | Law Council of Australia, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; Member, Access to Justice and Legal Aid Committee Advisory Board |