Huber Hurst Professor of Contract Law & Legal Studies at the University of Florida Larry DiMatteo has recently completed a series of distinguished international academic activities, further solidifying his reputation as a leading expert in commercial law, technology, and ethics.
Webinar Presentation on NFTs in the Metaverse
On December 12, 2024, Professor DiMatteo delivered an insightful webinar on the “Role of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) in the Metaverse,” sponsored by the University of Alicante as part of the Metaverse University Chair's "Thursdays in the Metaverse" podcast series. The event explored the intersection of law, technology, and digital assets, addressing the growing importance of NFTs within virtual environments and their implications for both legal practitioners and digital economies.
Presentation at Oxford University's Scholars of Commercial Law Conference
In September 2024, Professor DiMatteo presented his latest research at the prestigious Scholars of Commercial Law conference held at Oxford University. His session, focused on innovative approaches to commercial law in the evolving digital landscape, was well-received by leading academics and practitioners from around the world. The conference is known for attracting top legal minds and fostering cutting-edge discussions on commercial law theory and practice.
2024 Mauer Ethics Best Paper Award
At the 2024 Academy of Legal Studies in Business Annual Conference in Washington, D.C., Professor DiMatteo was honored with the Mauer Ethics Best Paper Award for his paper, “Lawyering and the Governance of Artificial Intelligence” (co-authored with Professor de Ezalde of IE Madrid University). The paper, which examines the role of legal professionals in shaping the governance of AI technologies, was lauded for its depth, timely relevance, and ethical considerations.
Publication Acceptance in the Tulane Journal of International & Comparative Law
In addition to his recent presentations and accolades, Professor DiMatteo’s scholarly work continues to gain recognition in the academic community. His co-authored article, “Role of Effort in Contract Performance: A Comparative Analysis,”written with M. Infantino (University of Trieste), J. Wang (Quanzhou University), and Sergio Long (Pontifical University Catholic of Peru), has been accepted for publication in the Tulane Journal of International & Comparative Law in Spring 2025. The article provides a comparative analysis of how various legal systems treat the role of effort in contract performance, contributing valuable insights to both contract law theory and international legal scholarship.
These accomplishments highlight Professor DiMatteo’s ongoing contributions to advancing legal scholarship and fostering global dialogue on critical issues at the intersection of law, technology, and ethics. His work continues to shape the future of contract law and its role in a rapidly changing world.
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