Amy Hirter has been appointed as vice-chair of the ABA Section of International Law's Mergers, Acquisitions and Joint Ventures Committee, beginning August 1, 2011.
Founded in 1933, the ABA Section of International Law is the leader in the development of policy in the international arena, the promotion of the rule of law, and the education of international law practicioners. The Section's purposes are to promote interest, activity and research in international and comparative law and related areas; to further its development; to diffuse knowledge among members of the legal profession and others; to formulate professional opinion thereon; to promote professional relationships with lawyers similarly engaged in other countries; and to "advance the rule of law in the world." For more information about the Section, visit its website at www.americanbar.org/groups/international_law.html.