Akerman is a sponsor of the 2017 iLaw Conference. During the conference, Matthew Aho will speak on a panel titled, "State of the Re-Union," which will explore the restoration of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Cuba. The International Law Section of The Florida Bar (ILS) was established to provide a forum for the communication and exchange of hot-button, need-to-know information for the topic area, including legislative developments that significantly and immediately impact the practice of international law.