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The ABA Section of International Law

Presents:

New Perspectives for Infrastructure

Projects in Latin America

August 23‐24, 2013

São Paulo, Brazil

About ABA International

Established in 1878, the American Bar Association Section of International Law (ABA

International) is a leader in the development of policy in the international arena, the

promotion of the rule of law, and the education of international law practitioners. ABA

International is also the only ABA entity that focuses on the full range of international legal

issues and is involved in a wide variety of substantive legal activities.

ABA International serves over 24,000 members. In addition to private practitioners, the

Section’s members include approximately 1,500 in‐house counsel, over 800 U.S. lawyers living

abroad, and more than 1,000 non‐U.S. lawyers in 99 countries. The Section of International

Law is the ABA home for many of the world’s leading international lawyers and serves as the

ABA’s forum for the discussion of current and emerging issues in international law. ABA

International serves its members with a wide range of resources, from seasonal meetings such

as the Annual, Midyear, Spring, and Fall Meetings, to CLE teleconferences and cutting‐edge

publications, more than 60 special interest and regional committees, and much more.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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About the Conference

For the first time in many years, the Section comes to Brazil for a two day conference to bring

together members of the global legal community for informative and substantive programs

related to infrastructure projects in the region presented by world‐class experts.

Topics will include:

 Implementation of Governmental and Private Sector Actions to Reduce the

Infrastructure Gap

 Infrastructure as the Backbone for Development and Prosperity in Latin America

 Public and Private Investments in Latin America’s Infrastructure

 Alternatives for Financing Infrastructure Projects

 Infrastructure and Compliance: Dealing with Multi‐Jurisdictional Antitrust and Anti‐

Bribery Regulations

 Characteristics and Legal Aspects in the Energy Industries

 Specific Themes of Doing Business in Latin America

 Strategic Outlook for Major International Sporting Events

 Arbitration/Litigation – Different Aspects and Possible Results from Arbitration in

Infrastructure Projects

This program will also offer a unique forum for international lawyers to expand their network

and meet colleagues from all over the world, with opportunities to mingle at networking events

and a luncheon and reception.

Why Sponsor?

This is an excellent forum for both lawyers and non‐legal sponsors to meet regarding

opportunities related to all aspects of infrastructure projects in Latin America. In addition,

sponsors will have the opportunity to:

 BUILD long‐term relationships with key players in the field of international law;

 ENHANCE your organization’s exposure in the international law arena;

 CREATE a value investment for your organization through co‐branding with ABA International;

and

 HIGHLIGHT and REINFORCE your organization’s position as a leader.

Sponsorship Opportunities*

 PLATINUM PARTNER

$6,000

 GOLD PARTNER

$4,000

 RECEPTION SPONSOR

$4,000

 LUNCHEON SPONSOR

$3,000

 SILVER PARTNER

$2,000

 NETWORKING BREAK SPONSOR

$2,000

 PANEL SPONSOR

$2,000

* All contribution levels are for NON‐EXCLUSIVE sponsorships unless otherwise indicated. Non‐exclusive sponsorships may be converted into exclusive sponsorships for an additional contribution. If you are interested in contributing more than the suggested levels below and would like to discuss options for doing so, please contact Audrey Lamb by email at Audrey.Lamb@AmericanBar.org or by phone +1‐202‐662‐1663.

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PLATINUM PARTNER

$6,000

Non‐Exclusive at $6,000 / Exclusive at $12,000

Official Sponsors of the Conference

SIQUEIRA CASTRO ADVOGADOS, VEIRANO ADVOGADOS

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Exclusive acknowledgements as the PLATINUM PARTNER during Conference;

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Three (3) complimentary meeting registrations to the Conference;

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Promotional material from sponsor provided to each attendee at registration *;

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Option to exhibit promotional materials in the meeting area during the length of the Conference*;

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Sponsorship recognition as the PLATINUM PARTNER on marketing communications to members of the legal profession promoting the Conference; and

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Acknowledgement as the PLATINUM PARTNER in printed promotional materials, on the conference website, and on‐site. *The sponsor is also responsible for all costs associated with shipping promotional materials to the conference hotel and coordinating with ABA Section of International Law.

GOLD PARTNER

$4,000

CASTRO, BARROS, SOBRAL, GOMES – ADVOGADOS, MACHADO MEYER

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Special acknowledgements as the GOLD PARTNER during Conference;

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Two (2) complimentary meeting registrations to the Conference;



Option to exhibit promotional materials in the meeting area during the length of the Conference*;



Sponsorship recognition as the GOLD PARTNER on marketing communications to members of the legal profession promoting the Conference; and



Acknowledgement as the GOLD PARTNER in printed promotional materials, on the conference website, and on‐site. *The sponsor is also responsible for all costs associated with shipping promotional materials to the conference hotel and coordinating with ABA Section of International Law.

RECEPTION SPONSOR

$4,000



Official sponsor of the conference reception on Friday, August 23rd;

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Logo recognition on food and beverage stations during the sponsored reception;

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Option to display promotional material during the sponsored reception;

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One (1) complimentary meeting registration to the Conference;

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Three (3) complimentary tickets to the reception for clients or partners who are not attending the conference;



Sponsorship recognition as a Reception Sponsor on marketing communications to members of the legal profession promoting the Conference; and

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Acknowledgement as a Reception Sponsor in printed promotional materials, on the conference website, and on‐site. *The sponsor is also responsible for all costs associated with shipping promotional materials to the conference hotel and coordinating with ABA Section of International Law.

LUNCHEON SPONSOR

$3,000



Official sponsor of the conference luncheon on Saturday, August 24th;



Logo recognition on food and beverage stations during the sponsored luncheon;



Option to display promotional material during the sponsored luncheon;

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

Three (3) complimentary tickets to the luncheon for clients or partners who are not attending the conference;



Sponsorship recognition as a Luncheon Sponsor on marketing communications to members of the legal profession promoting the Conference; and

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Acknowledgement as a Luncheon Sponsor in printed promotional materials, on the conference website, and on‐site. *The sponsor is also responsible for all costs associated with shipping promotional materials to the conference hotel and coordinating with ABA Section of International Law.

SILVER PARTNER

$2,000

OPICE BLUM ADVOGADOS ASSOCIADOS, PINHEIRO NETO ADVOGADOS

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Special acknowledgements as the SILVER PARTNER during Conference;



Sponsorship recognition as the SILVER PARTNER on marketing communications to members of the legal profession promoting the Conference; and



Acknowledgement as the SILVER PARTNER in printed promotional materials, on the conference website, and on‐site. *The sponsor is also responsible for all costs associated with shipping promotional materials to the conference hotel and coordinating with ABA Section of International Law.

NETWORKING BREAK SPONSOR

$2,000

Available for each of the four networking breaks during the conference / Exclusive per networking break



Official sponsor of your selected networking break;



Logo recognition on food and beverage stations during your sponsored networking break;



Option to display promotional material during the sponsored networking break;



Sponsorship recognition as a Networking Break Sponsor on marketing communications to members of the legal profession promoting the Conference; and



Acknowledgement as a Networking Break Sponsor in printed promotional materials, on the conference website, and on‐site. *The sponsor is also responsible for all costs associated with shipping promotional materials to the conference hotel and coordinating with ABA Section of International Law.

PANEL SPONSOR

$2,000

Available for each of the panels during the conference / Exclusive per panel



Official sponsor of your selected panel;



Logo recognition on signage in the room during the sponsored panel;



Option to display promotional material during the sponsored panel;



Sponsorship recognition as a Panel Sponsor on marketing communications to members of the legal profession promoting the Conference; and



Acknowledgement as a Panel Sponsor in printed promotional materials, on the conference website, and on‐site. *The sponsor is also responsible for all costs associated with shipping promotional materials to the conference hotel and coordinating with ABA Section of International Law.

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SPONSORSHIP COMMITMENT FORM

ABA INTERNATIONAL BRAZIL CONFERENCE AUGUST 23‐24, 2013 | SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL

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PAYMENT: The ABA Section of International Law will accept checks, credit card and a wire transfer as payment for sponsorships. Please make all checks payable in U.S. dollars to the American Bar Association.

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TOTAL DUE: $ __________ CREDIT CARD #:

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PAYMENT: The ABA Section of International Law will accept checks, credit card and a wire transfer as payment for sponsorships. Please make all checks payable in U.S. dollars to the American Bar Association. Name of Section: American Bar Association, Section of International Law Meeting type: ABA BRAZIL CONFERENCE 2013 Bank name: JP Morgan Chase Bank NA Bank Address: 2218 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10037 Bank Routing number: 021000021 Account Name: American Bar Association Account Number: 5003997 SWIFT code is CHASUS33 Sponsorship will not be confirmed until written request is received. Payment is due 30 days after sponsorship requests have been confirmed. Please fax or email this form and send payment to: ABA Section of International Law, Attn: Audrey Lamb 740 Fifteenth Street, NW Washington, DC 20005 PH: 202‐662‐1663 | FX: 202‐662‐1669 | E‐mail: audrey.lamb@americanbar.org

PLEASE NOTE: The sponsor is responsible for all costs associated with any customs clearance fees. Please allow plenty of time for any promotional materials to clear customs.