The latest in a series of annual lectures in honour of the late Dr FA Mann QC (Hon) (1907-1991) arranged by the Partners of Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, and given under the auspices of the British Institute of International and Comparative Law.
This year's lecture, titled "A World Without Law?", will be delivered by Professor Philippe Sands KC, 11KBW, Professor of Public Understanding of Law at University College London, and Samuel and Judith Pisar Visiting Professor of Law at Harvard Law School.
The Chair will be taken by former President of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom The Rt Hon. the Baroness Hale of Richmond DBE.
TITLE
"A World Without Law?"
DATE
Tuesday 18 November 2025
TIME
18:00 – 19:00 – Lecture
DRESS CODE
Business / Business Casual
VENUE
Old Hall, Lincoln's Inn, 16 Old Buildings, London WC2A 3UP
ACCESSIBILITY
Lincoln's Inn aims to provide a friendly, accessible environment for all our visitors and the widest possible access to its buildings.
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Please note that this is a public lecture and admission is free. Entry is on a first come, first served basis and an early arrival is therefore recommended.
If you require further information please contact Rhianna Nash.
Key contacts
Andrew Cannon
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