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Happy 100th Anniversary, ALI

February 23, 2023

Today marks ALI’s 100th Anniversary. The work accomplished in the last century would not have been possible without the dedication of our members. Thank you to all who have contributed to our work and mission to clarify, modernize, and improve the law. Here’s to the next century.

In this video, ALI President David F. Levi expresses his gratitude to the Institute's members for all that they have done and continue to do.

Learn about the history of the Institute by visiting ALI's virtual timeline.

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Daily Update - Wednesday, May 20

At the close of this year’s Annual Meeting, David Levi completes his service as President of The American Law Institute. We thank him for his extraordinary leadership, steady judgment, collegiality, and deep commitment to the Institute and its mission. Throughout his presidency, David has guided ALI with integrity, thoughtfulness, and a profound respect for the Institute’s deliberative process and its members. His leadership has strengthened the Institute, advanced its work, and helped position it for the future.

J. Harvie Wilkinson III and Diane P. Wood Presented ALI’s Henry J. Friendly Medal

The American Law Institute presented J. Harvie Wilkinson III of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and ALI Director Diane P. Wood of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit (Retired) the Henry J. Friendly Medal. Pierre N. Leval of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit presented the award today at the Institute’s Annual Meeting.

Annual Meeting Daily Update - Tuesday, May 19

The second day of the Annual Meeting included the conclusion of the High Volume Civil Adjudication session, as well as sessions on the Restatements of Corporate Governance and Property. Additionally, the Institute presented its Distinguished Service award and honored its new life members.