Steve Dickinson to Lecture on China Law on May 18-19, 2006, in Rome, Italy

The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) has invited China Law Blog's own Steve Dickinson to give a two day series of lectures on international contract law, with an emphasis on China.  Steve will be lecturing in Rome, Italy, (in English) on May 18 and May 19, 2006. 

Steve's lectures are part of IDLO's Development Lawyers Course, running in Rome from April 3 to June 9, 2006.  This course provides "a combination of training in legal skills as well as a thorough introduction to subjects closely related to development such as trade law, commercial transactions and infrastructure projects.  The course is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of junior and mid-level lawyers to enable them to facilitate the process of economic development in their countries."  According to IDLO, this "course is intended for junior and mid-level lawyers and legal advisors to ministries, governmental agencies and other regulatory bodies. Preference is given to lawyers involved in legal reform, policy development or the negotiation and drafting of international contracts/investment treaties on behalf of the State. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience."  Tuition for the full course is $12,500. 

Buon viaggio!