The IBA Young Lawyers Committee Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year Award in recognition of William Reece Smith Jr

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1 This year during the International Bar Association (IBA) 2013 Annual Conference, to be held 6 11 October in Boston, the IBA s Young Lawyers Committee, will present an award to a young lawyer who has shown not only excellence in their work and achievements in their career to date, but also a commitment to professional and ethical standards. In its role as a dual membership organisation, comprising more than 50,000 individual lawyers and 205 bar associations and law societies, the IBA influences the development of international law reform and shapes the future of the legal profession. Its Member Organisations cover all continents and include the American Bar Association, the German Federal Bar, the Japan Federation of Bar Associations, the Law Society of Zimbabwe and the Mexican Bar Association. The IBA Young Lawyers Committee s goal is to identify, discuss and promote issues relevant to young lawyers. Its purpose is to be an introduction to the IBA for young lawyers, so that from there they can learn about the other IBA divisions and become further involved in the Association. LexisNexis is honoured to sponsor the Young Lawyers Committee s in recognition of William Reece Smith Jr. A former IBA President, William Reece Smith Jr, who passed away in 2013, distinguished himself as one the finest and most respected legal experts. In a career spanning more than 50 years, he demonstrated leadership in the legal profession as an accomplished lawyer, an extensively published legal scholar and lecturer, a mentor and an outstanding community servant. In addition, Mr Smith exemplified a commitment to advancing many charitable and civic causes, most notably in his support for legal services to the poor. LexisNexis is delighted to sponsor an award in his name to recognise a young lawyer who has demonstrated outstanding professionalism. The IBA Young Lawyers Committee invite you to nominate a young lawyer who you believe is deserving of this prestigious award. To do this, please complete and submit this form to Jemma McVey at the IBA London office. The award will include a free registration to attend the conference, a contribution of up to US$5000 to cover accommodation and travel costs, and one years free membership of the IBA, SPPI and the Young Lawyers Committee. All applications received by Friday 21 June 2013 will be submitted to a judging panel who must be satisfied that the nominee is eligible for the award. Therefore the person you have nominated must also complete the personal details section of the form.

2 Boston 2013 The International Bar Association (IBA), the world s largest international organisation of law societies, bar associations and individual lawyers engaged in transnational law, will hold its 2013 Conference in Boston from 6 11 October. As one of the largest international legal gatherings in 2013, it will attract over 5000 lawyers from more than 120 jurisdictions. All 55 specialist Committees of the Legal Practice Division will present programmes covering current topics of significance to commercial lawyers worldwide. The IBA s Public and Professional Interest Division s Committees and Other Entities will also be presenting full sessions, covering topics dealing with public interest and general professional work. For a list of all IBA Committees and entities, please see below. The working programmes will be complemented by a full social programme which helps to establish and maintain business contacts and friendships with the legal profession worldwide. Legal Practice Division (LPD) Sections and Committees Antitrust and Trade Law Section Antitrust Global Forum for Competition and Trade Policy Trade and Customs Law Corporate Law Section Closely Held and Growing Business Enterprises Corporate and M&A Law Corporate Social Responsibility Criminal Law Section Anti-Corruption Business Crime Criminal Law Dispute Resolution Section Arbitration Consumer Litigation Litigation Mediation Negligence and Damages Section on Energy, Environment, Natural Resources and Infrastructure Law Environment, Health and Safety Law International Construction Projects Mining Law Oil and Gas Law Power Law Water Law Financial Services Section Banking Law Capital Markets Forum Insurance Investment Funds Securities Law Human Resources Section Discrimination and Equality Law Employment and Industrial Relations Law IBA Global Employment Institute Immigration and Nationality Law Insolvency Section Creditors Rights (formerly Enforcement of Creditors Rights) Legislation and Policy (formerly Insolvency Legislation) Insolvent Financial Institutions (formerly Insolvency of Regulated Industries) Intellectual Property, Communications and Technology Section Art, Cultural Institutions and Heritage Law Communications Law Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law Media Law Space Law Technology Law International Sales, Franchising and Product Law Section International Franchising International Sales Product Law and Advertising Law and Individual Rights Section Family Law Health and Life Sciences Indigenous Peoples Leisure Industries Section Leisure Industries Maritime and Aviation Law Section Aviation Law Maritime and Transport Law Public Law Section Public Law Real Estate Section Real Estate Taxation Section Individual Tax and Private Client Taxes Corporate Counsel Forum Corporate Counsel* *Membership for Corporate Counsel only

3 Regional Fora African Regional Forum Arab Regional Forum Asia Pacific Regional Forum European Regional Forum Latin American Regional Forum North American Regional Forum Public and Professional Interest Division (PPID) Committees and Other Entities Academic and Professional Development Bar Issues Commission Forum for Barristers and Advocates Human Rights Institute Judges Forum Law Firm Management Legal Aid and Access to Justice Multidisciplinary Practices Pro Bono Professional Ethics Regulation of Lawyers Compliance Rule of Law Action Group Senior Lawyers Student War Crimes Women Lawyers Interest Group Young Lawyers

4 1 Nominees will be considered on the following criteria: professional excellence; a reputation for, or advancement of, legal ethics and professional responsibility; service to the community local and further afield; and other merits similar to the above or considered relevant by the candidate or his/her nominators, such as an innovative approach to their legal practice, including, but not restricted to, pro bono work. 2 The award is free to enter. It is open to all lawyers up to and including the age of 35, whether or not they are members of the IBA. 3 The nomination form must be completed by both the person/organisation submitting the nomination and the nominee, who must complete the personal details section of the form. 4 The nomination form must be sent by , fax or post to Jemma McVey at the IBA London office. 5 Nominations must be submitted and received by Friday 21 June Nominations received after this time will not be considered. 6 The judging panel will consist of: Michael Reynolds Allen & Overy, London, England; President, IBA Dr Rouven Bodenheimer Professor for International Law, LLS Lungerich Lenz Schuhmacher, Cologne, Germany; Co-Chair, Young Lawyers Committee Kenneth Thompson II Reed Elsevier Inc., New York, USA 7 The IBA London office will communicate the judges decision to the winner by the end of July The decision of the judging panel is final and no correspondence will be entered into. The decision will be published on the IBA website and in the next IBA Young Lawyers Committee newsletter following the award. The winner will be contacted at the address they have given on the form. They will be required to provide a biographical note giving details of their legal career, studies and professional appointments. 9 The award will be presented to the winner at the time of the IBA 2013 Annual Conference during the IBA Young Lawyers Reception, which will be held on Thursday 10 October, Boston, USA. 10 The winner, as part of the award, will also receive the following: a free registration for the IBA 2013 Annual Conference, 6 11 October 2011, Boston, USA; a contribution of up to US$5000 towards accommodation and travel costs to attend the conference; one years free membership of the IBA, SPPI and Young Lawyers Committee 11 The IBA, the Young Lawyers Committee, LexisNexis and the judging panel are not responsible for the loss, damage or non-arrival of any nomination form, nor for any costs or expenses incurred in the preparation or the submission of any form. 12 Participants will be expected to have read and accepted all the above terms and conditions. 13 The IBA reserves the right to amend and update these terms and conditions at any time without notice. The completed application form must be returned by Friday 21 June 2013 to: Jemma McVey International Bar Association 4th Floor, 10 St Bride Street, London EC4A 4AD, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) Fax: +44 (0) jemma.mcvey@int-bar.org THE CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF NOMINATIONS IS FRIDAY 21 June NOMINATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THIS DATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

5 NOMINATION FORM (Please type or complete in BLOCK CAPITALS) Nominee s name Title/position Firm/organisation Address State Telephone day evening fax Nominator s name Title/position Firm/organisation Address State Telephone day evening fax Letter of recommendation Please attach a letter supporting your nomination of the above individual. The reference should be written in English on a separate sheet of paper. The paper should be on the letterhead of your firm/institution; if not available please attach a business card. You are requested to comment on the applicant s professional fitness and general suitability. As the extra-curricular achievements are of prominent importance you are also asked to assess the applicant s character and his achievements in addition to professional success.

6 PERSONAL DETAILS (To be completed by nominee) Family name First name Date of birth Age Male Female Firm Name of firm Position within firm Date of joining firm Address of firm Street Tel Fax Address for correspondence (If different from above) Street Tel Fax Education Please provide particulars of university/institution attended, including dates, qualification obtained, main subject and grade/classification obtained. Language (If English is not your mother tongue, a certificate of proficiency may be requested) Level of fluency in English (ie fluent/good/working knowledge) Do you speak any other foreign languages?

7 Research experience (Continue on a separate sheet if necessary) If you have worked on a research project, either for your first degree or subsequently, please describe your work below; your account should be intelligible to anyone who is not a specialist in your field. If you have no such research experience, leave this space blank; a blank entry will not prejudice your application. Former awards Please list former scholarships, prizes and other distinctions obtained: Personal achievements Please provide separately a statement on how your interests and achievements, both academic and extra-curricular, demonstrate a capacity for leadership, commitment to using your knowledge to serve your community and to applying your talents to improve the lives of others. Please use not more than 500 words. Future aspirations What are your career goals and future aspirations? Other Are you a member of the IBA? Have you attended any other IBA conferences (if yes, please give details)? How did you hear about the award? IBA website IBA mailing LexisNexis mailing Signed Date The completed application form must be returned by Friday 21 June 2013 to: Jemma McVey International Bar Association 4th Floor, 10 St Bride Street, London EC4A 4AD, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) Fax: +44 (0) jemma.mcvey@int-bar.org