HomeGlobal Dialogue on Extradition: Our Legal Team at the Lake Iseo Seminar
On June 23–24, 2025, the picturesque Lake Iseo in Italy hosted the 8th International Seminar on Extradition and the European Arrest Warrant (EAW), organized by the European Center for Continuing Legal Education (ECCLE). Since 2016, this exclusive two-day event has become one of the most important forums in Europe for professionals working at the intersection of criminal defense, human rights, and international cooperation.
This year’s program featured intensive sessions on international and domestic extradition procedures, recent case law from the ECtHR and the Court of Justice of the European Union, and in-depth legal analysis of high-profile cases such as Julian Assange. Special attention was paid to unlawful or disguised renditions, including deportation under political pressure and the misuse of expulsion powers.
The seminar followed a “learning-by-doing” method, combining lectures, roundtable discussions, case simulations, video analysis, and peer exchange in a closed-door setting with legal professionals from over 20 countries.
We are proud to announce that four members of our international legal team were invited to speak at this prestigious seminar:
- Dmytro Yarovyi, a recognized authority in defending clients against Red Notices and extradition proceedings;
- Tarek Muhammad, a human rights expert specializing in politically motivated cases in the Middle East;
- Melisa Kurter, a U.S.-based extradition attorney with extensive experience in European court practice and humanitarian defenses;
- Kristina Abdel Ahad, an international law consultant with expertise in political asylum and Interpol challenges.
Each of our attorneys contributed unique insights drawn from real-life legal battles and offered practical strategies for opposing extradition, analyzing due process violations, and framing arguments that align with international human rights norms.
Extradition Remains a Critical Human Rights Issue
In the United States and globally, extradition law continues to evolve amid concerns over fairness, procedural integrity, and the growing use of Red Notices to pursue individuals across borders. For many, extradition can mean not justice, but injustice — especially in cases involving political dissent, systemic abuse, or fear of torture.
Our international legal team offers robust support for individuals facing extradition requests. From initial arrest to international appeals, we guide clients through every step of the legal process, helping them assert their rights before domestic and international courts. We work with Interpol, refugee bodies, and human rights organizations to ensure protection against unjust prosecution.
If you or someone you know is at risk of extradition, we are here to help — with global experience, legal precision, and a firm commitment to human dignity.
