ESELS Conference Warsaw 2023

Welcome

Welcome to Warsaw from the organizing commitee!

Welcome to the 2023 European Empirical Legal Studies (ELS) Conference, organized by the recently established European Society for Empirical Legal Studies (ESELS).

The Conference was held on-site in Warsaw on Monday 25th and Tuesday 26th September 2023 hosted by the Warsaw School of Economics.

The Conference offered an attractive opportunity to engage, discuss and present your research results in the field of empirical legal research with other international and European empirical legal scholars.

For the 2023 ESELS Conference, we invited all involved in legal research using qualitative and/or quantitative methods to submit abstracts, that may focus on ongoing or completed research on the assumptions, the functioning and the impact of the law.

Warsaw provided an interesting and exciting venue for the Conference, with its multiple historical and cultural attractions. The program of the Conference included both paper sessions, pre-arranged panels and a poster session, during which drinks and snacks were be served.

The conference dinner toon place on Monday the 25th in a wonderful location. Publishers have been invited to showcase new publications.

The Conference featured world renowned scholars, with keynotes by Adam Bodnar, Dean of the faculty of law of SWPS University, former Commissioner for Human Rights, Republic of Poland and Jennifer Robbenolt, Alice Curtis Campbell Professor of Law and Professor of Psychology, Illinois College of Law.

During the General Assembly on Monday, elections were be held for at large Board Members as well as the next President. We also launched the EJELS, the European Journal for Empirical Legal Studies.

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Practical information

Address of the Conference Venue

Warsaw School of Economics (WSE)
Building C
al. Niepodległości 128
02-554 Warszawa (Mokotów)
Poland

Click on Visitors Guide for a map of the WSE Campus

How to get to Warsaw School of Economics?

By car

The fee for parking in the Paid Unattended Parking Zone in Warsaw is collected on working days from Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The parking fee must be paid immediately after parking the vehicle. More about fees can be found on the official Warsaw page

By public transportation

The conference venue is a few minutes’ walk from the M1 line subway station, called Pole Mokotowskie. In addition, Tram 17 and 33 stop near the conference venue. Various bus lines also stop near the conference venue (Madalińskiego stop). You can plan your trip easily with Google Maps

Accommodation

We encourage you to book your hotel in Warsaw, as getting there from outside Warsaw can take more time during rush hour. The following hotels are located near the conference venue:

Hotel Reytan (link)  Tadeusza Rejtana 6, 02-516 Warszawa

Regent Warsaw Hotel (link) Belwederska 23, 00-761 Warszawa

Hotel Polonia Palace (link) al. Jerozolimskie 45, 00-692 Warszawa

Novotel Warszawa Centrum (link) Marszałkowska 94/98, 00-510 Warszawa

Hotel Metropol (link) Marszałkowska 99A, 00-693 Warszawa

Things to do in Warsaw

Warsaw is a city that has something to offer for everyone. Whether you are interested in history, art, culture, or nature, there are plenty of attractions to explore. Here are just a few of the top things to see and do in Warsaw:

1. Old Town – The Old Town of Warsaw is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has been beautifully restored after its destruction during World War II. Take a stroll along the charming cobblestone streets, visit the Royal Castle, and admire the colorful facades of the historic buildings.
2. Łazienki Park – Łazienki Park is one of the largest parks in Warsaw and is home to several palaces, gardens, and lakes. Visit the Palace on the Isle, a beautiful neoclassical building that houses a collection of art and antiques or take a walk around the stunning Chinese Garden
3. POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews – The POLIN Museum tells the story of the Jewish community in Poland, from their arrival in the country to the present day. The museum uses interactive exhibits and multimedia displays to bring the history to life and is a must-visit for anyone interested in Jewish culture and history
4. Palace of Culture and Science – The Palace of Culture and Science is one of Warsaw’s most iconic buildings and offers panoramic views of the city from its observation deck. The palace also houses theaters, cinemas, and exhibition halls, making it a cultural hub in the heart of the city
5. Warsaw Uprising Museum – The Warsaw Uprising Museum is dedicated to the heroic struggles of the Polish resistance during World War II. The museum uses multimedia exhibits and personal stories to tell the history of the uprising and is a powerful and moving tribute to the courage and sacrifice of the Polish people

These are just a few of the many attractions that Warsaw has to offer. Whether you are interested in history, art, culture, or science, you will find something to explore and discover in this vibrant and dynamic city