Ivana Hrdličková
Former President of the Special Tribunal for Lebanon
Biography
Judge Ivana Hrdličková is a seasoned legal professional with over 25 years of experience in judicial leadership, international law and diplomacy. She served as the President of the Special Tribunal for Lebanon, where she oversaw the Tribunal’s judicial and administrative operations, including its landmark case—the first terrorism case tried by an internationalised tribunal.
Judge Hrdličková’s expertise spans international criminal law, international humanitarian law, and the intersection of Islamic law and international law. She has been a speaker and expert for global institutions, including the United Nations, the International Nuremberg Principles Academy, The Hague Academy of International Law, the European Judicial Training Network, the International Association of Women Judges, the International Bar Association, and the CEELI Institute. She has also contributed to advancing international legal practices by integrating artificial intelligence to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.
Judge Hrdličková holds a J.D. in Law and a Ph.D. in International Law from Charles University in Prague. She has published extensively on judicial independence, international criminal law, and the intersection of Islamic finance and international law. She remains deeply committed to fostering accountability, addressing human rights violations, and strengthening judicial systems.