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FABApero – February 11, 2026
A New Chapter for the Franco-American Legal Community A Transatlantic Mission at the Heart of FABA Since its inception, the French American Bar Association (FABA) has pursued a mission that is both simple and ambitious: to build lasting bridges between the French and American legal communities. Lawyers, corporate lawyers, notaries, academics, students… all those interested…
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The French American Bar Association at the Heart of the 2025 Paris Fashion Law Conference
The 2025 Fashion Law Conference, held in Paris at La Fondation des États-Unis, marked a significant milestone for the French American Bar Association (FABA). Co-organized alongside the Federal Bar Association and several leading French and international legal institutions, the event highlighted the FABA’s essential role in fostering transatlantic legal dialogue, particularly in the field of…
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FABApéro – FABA Networking Afterwork – April 4, 2023
Since its creation, the French-American Bar Association (FABA) has placed great importance on informal gatherings bringing together legal professionals who share an interest in Franco-American legal culture. These networking events, known as “FABApéros,” are a core component of the association’s identity and activities. They provide a friendly and relaxed setting for professional interaction, complementing the…
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Virtual Paris Fashion Law and Innovation Conference – October 20–21, 2020
Created by Olivera Medenica, a U.S. attorney widely recognized for her expertise in fashion law and intellectual property, the Fashion Law and Innovation Conference has become a leading annual forum for professionals in the fashion industry. Since 2017, the French-American Bar Association (FABA) has co-sponsored the event, and since 2018, the Federal Bar Association (FBA)…
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Conference “Tax Structuring of Real Estate Investments in France and the United States – Comparative Overview and Cross-Border Issues” – February 28, 2020
On February 28, 2020, the French-American Bar Association (FABA) held a conference in Paris dedicated to the tax structuring of real estate investments in France and the United States, approached from a comparative and cross-border perspective. The event took place at the Maison du Barreau de Paris, in the Gaston Monnerville room, and brought together…
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FABA’s Thanksgiving Dinner
Beyond its conferences, the French American Bar Association also cultivates traditions that strengthen its sense of community. The Thanksgiving dinner is one of them. A gathering inspired by a uniquely American holiday that has, over time, become a valued moment for FABA members and friends in France. A cultural bridge that supports the transatlantic bond…
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Fashion Law and Innovation Conference – October 4, 2019
Created by Olivera Medenica, a U.S. attorney widely recognized for her expertise in fashion law and intellectual property, the Fashion Law and Innovation Conference has become a leading annual forum for practitioners and stakeholders in the creative industries. Since 2017, the French-American Bar Association (FABA) has co-sponsored the event, and as of 2018, the Federal…
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4th of July FABA tradition
Celebrating the 4th of July is one of the convivial traditions that punctuates the life of the French American Bar Association. More than a symbolic date on the American calendar, it is an opportunity to bring the community together around a central message. French American friendship and the continuity of exchanges among legal, business, and…
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Fashion Law and Innovation Conference – October 24, 2018
Created by Olivera Medenica, a U.S. attorney widely recognized for her expertise in fashion law and intellectual property, the Fashion Law and Innovation Conference has become a leading annual event for practitioners and industry stakeholders. Since 2017, the French-American Bar Association (FABA) has co-sponsored the conference, contributing to its development within the Franco-American legal community.…
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Conference “International Trust Law – Lessons to Be Drawn from the Johnny Hallyday Case: Pitfalls to Avoid for Practitioners and Their International Clients” – July 5, 2018
On July 5, 2018, the French-American Bar Association (FABA) held a conference in Paris dedicated to international trust law and the practical lessons that legal professionals may draw from recent litigation highlighting the challenges of cross-border estate planning. The event took place at the Maison du Barreau de Paris, in the Gaston Monnerville room, and…