The Philadelphia Bar Association’s International Law Committee Luncheon

The International Law Committee (ILC) of the Philadelphia Bar Association invites you to a lunchtime program at Troutman Pepper Locke’s Philadelphia office. We will be exploring two timely and interrelated topics at the intersection of labor, technology, and comparative law.

Event Details
Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. (Lunch and Program)
Location: Troutman Pepper Locke
3000 Two Logan Square
18th and Arch Streets
Philadelphia, PA 19103 

Program Overview
From post-employment restrictions to the power of digital platforms, workers and users increasingly navigate systems designed—and sometimes constrained—by law, policy, and technology. This program will offer a comparative look at developments in France, the European Union, and the United States.

Non-Compete Clauses: Between Freedom of Work and Competition
Speaker: Theo Arcin, visiting French intern at Troutman Pepper Locke and Élève-Avocat à l’École des Avocats de Rhône-Alpes.

Can an employee be prevented from working after leaving a company—and at what cost?
This presentation examines non-compete clauses as a reflection of fundamental choices made by legal systems about freedom of work, competition, and innovation. 

Responsibilities of Hosting Providers in the Digital Age
Speaker: Matteo Rubolino, visiting Italian Law Clerk at Troutman Pepper Locke, LL.M. graduate, candidate at the New York State Bar and Italian Bar.

Have you ever paused to question the truth of what you read online—or whether the content you encounter is verified, secure, and respectful of your privacy? In an environment where misinformation spreads easily and personal data is vulnerable, hosting providers play a pivotal role. 

About the International Law Committee and Internship Program
For more than 28 years, French interns have come to Philadelphia to undertake a six‑month internship with Troutman Pepper Locke. As part of this longstanding program, it has become a tradition for them to conclude their visit by presenting on a topic of interest in French and European law, often in comparative perspective with U.S. law. 

The ILC is delighted to continue this tradition with this year’s program. For more information on this event please visit the Philadelphia Bar Association’s event page.

Registration and Cost
Advance registration is requested no later than Tuesday, February 17, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. 

To register, please email: Jennean.Calpin@troutman.com.

There is no charge for this event.