It is with deep sorrow that we learned of the passing of Antonio Cassese, Nino as he wished to be called, who was so many things to all of us who had the privilege of knowing him. Our thoughts are particularly with his wife, Silvia, and the rest of his family, his children, Francesco and Teresa, and his granddaughters, Bianca and Veronica. We want here to recognize the extraordinary effect Nino has had, and continues to have, on our professional and personal lives. He was not only a magnificent mentor but also father figure, friend, guide, confident, and inspiration. It is hard to exaggerate this aspect of his influence over those of us who worked under his tutelage. He has simply transformed our lives. Everyone who was lucky enough to have spent time with Nino knows his warmth, charm, humour and enthusiasm. He had a mission to make the world a better place: what ‘better’ meant was perhaps a subjective notion, but it certainly involved attempting to right wrongs and to do this in a meaningful way that would ensure lasting results that were fair and just. All this he accomplished by dedication to unearthing and understanding existing scholarship while having the vision to adapt legal reasoning to contemporary challenges. Nino, you will remain our conscience, we will remain conscientious, and we miss you terribly. (Andrew and Paola) » Read the obituary
| In tribute to his lifelong achievements and friendship we are posting here the lecture on ‘Current Challenges to International Law’ Antonio Cassese gave to launch the Academy Lecture series. One can witness here, not only his ability to communicate his passion, but also his tireless quest for better laws, more protection and a just world. |
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Obituaries and Tributes to Judge Antonio Cassese
- Journal of International Criminal Justice: Nino Cassese, in Memoriam
- UN News Centre: Secretary-General pays tribute to late renowned jurist Antonio Cassese
- International Criminal Court: ICC expresses deep regret for the loss of Judge Antonio Cassese
- Special Tribunal for Lebanon: Tributes to Judge Antonio Cassese (1937 to 2011)
- The New York Times: Antonio Cassese, War Crimes Law Expert, Dies at 74
- Le Monde: "Géant de la justice internationale", le juge Antonio Cassese est mort
- The Hague Justice Portal: Antonio Cassese 1937 - 2011
- PhD Studies in Human Rights Blog: Antonio Cassese 1937-2011
