The Australian Italian Lawyers Association (AILA) and the Italian Chamber of Commerce & Industry - Victoria & Tasmania (ICCI) are delighted to invite you to the 2025 Italian-Australian Law Conference (the Conference), hosted with the support of DiPIC – Department of Public, International, and EU Law of the Università degli Studi di Padova (DiPIC – University of Padova).
Across three days in the culturally rich city of Padova, the Conference will feature individual presentations, panel discussions, and workshops led by legal professionals, academics, and financial experts from Australia and Italy. Don't miss your chance to connect, learn, and share your experiences. Express your interest today!
For AILA & ICCI Members, the Registration Fee includes an accompanying person: $1,900.00 (inc. GST).
For Non-Members, the Registration Fee includes an accompanying person: $2,100.00 (inc. GST).
The Registration Fee includes:
For the participant
Participation in all Conference activities,
Coffee breaks (Days 2, 3) at the University,
Lunches (Day 1, 2, 3) at the University,
Gala Dinner.
For the accompanying person
Gala Dinner.
The Registration Fee does NOT include:
Accommodation,
Flights,
Any other costs not expressly mentioned above.
GLOBAL LEGAL AND ACCOUNTING ISSUES, FOCUSING ON REGULATORY RESPONSES AND BEST PRACTICES IN A CHANGING ENVIRONMENT
TAXATION
"Navigating the Complexities of Modern Taxation: Challenges and Opportunities"
"Taxpayer Rights and Responsibilities: Addressing Disputes with the Tax Office"
Carmen McElwain– Partner, MinterEllison
Prof. Marcello Poggioli – Associate Professor of Tax Law, University of Padova
Prof. Mauro Trivellin– Full Professor of Tax Law and Vice-Director of DiPIC, University of Padova
THE RESPONSE TO MONEY LAUNDERING
"From Compliance to Impact: The Effectiveness of Anti-Money Laundering Measures"
"Beyond Borders: Global Cooperation in Anti-Money Laundering Policies"
Sonja Marsic– Partner, Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
Avv. Michele Tiengo – President of the Association of Tax Lawyers of the Veneto Region
Prof. Enrico Mario Ambrosetti – Full Professor of Public Law, University of Padova (TBC)
COMPARATIVE LAW & INTERNATIONAL TRADE LAW
"An Introductory View to Comparative Law, an Italian-Australian Perspective"
Prof. Andrea Pin – Full Professor of Comparative Public Law and Director of DiPIC, University of Padova
Prof. Andrea Gattini – Full Professor of International Law, University of Padova
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
"Rethinking Rights: How AI is Reshaping Intellectual Property Policies"
"Cross-border Issues in Intellectual Property Protection"
Dr. Dimitrios G Eliades – Barrister, Queensland Bar
Prof. Maurizio Bianchini – Associate Professor of Commercial Law, University of Padova
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE & LEGAL SYSTEMS
"Shaping Justice: The Impact of AI on Legal Systems"
"Redefining Accountability: AI and Legal Ethics"
Prof. Beatrice Zuffi – Associate Professor of Civil Law Procedure and President of the Law and Technology Degree, University of Padova
Vincent A Morfuni KC – Barrister, Victoria Bar and President of AILA
Prof. Elena Buoso – Associate Professor of Administrative Law, University of Padova
LABOUR LAW ISSUES: WORK IN A POST-COVID WORLD
"The Dual Challenge: Aligning Labour Rights with Anti-Competitive Regulations"
"The Right to Disconnect: Redefining Work-Life Boundaries in Labour Law"
"Harmony or Conflict? Labour Law's Role in Competitive Economies"
"The Post-Pandemic Work Landscape: Flexible Work Practices and the Right to Disconnect"
Prof. Marilyn Pittard – Associate Dean Engagement, Monash University
Mark Rinaldi– Barrister, Victorian and Tasmanian Bars; Adjunct Lecturer of Employment Law, University of Tasmania and of Law of Employee Relations, Monash University
Steven Amendola – Partner, Kingston Reid
Joseph D'Abaco– Barrister, Queensland Bar
Prof. Adriana Topo – Full Professor of Labour Law, University of Padova; Professor of Labour Law, Leopold-Franzens Universität Innsbruck
RESPONSES TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
"Global Perspectives: Family Law Responses to Domestic Violence Across Borders"
Hon. Justice Joshua Wilson – Justice, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 1)
Italian Family Law Expert (TBC)
Location
University of Padova Via VIII Febbraio 2 Padova, Veneto, Italy
Coffee breaks (Days 2, 3) and lunches (Days 1, 2, 3) will be held on University premises, in proximity to the Conference Hall.
Gala Dinner
The Gala Dinner that will conclude the Conference will be held on Sunday 28 September (Day 3) at 19:00. Venue TBC.
Transportation
Please note that there will be NO dedicated transfer service for the participants between their accommodation, the Conference Hall, and the Gala Dinner venue. Participants must make their own way to the different venues by foot (everything in Padova is at a walkable distance) or via public and/or private transport.
ACCOMMODATION AT DISCOUNTED RATES
The hotels indicated below are located in the city centre of Padova and will offer preferential rates to Conference participants.
Detailed information regarding rates and modalities will be shared following registration.