Stephan Wittich

Stephan Wittich is a full-time Professor at the Department of International Law and International Relations within the Institute of European, International and Comparative Law at the University of Vienna. He focuses on international procedural law, party autonomy in international courts, international treaty law, and state immunities under international law. His work also addresses Austrian jurisprudence on international law and international responsibility.

• Member, American Society of International Law
• Member, International Law Association
• Member, European Society of International Law
• Member, Working Group on International Criminal Law
• Founding member of the Interest Group on International Courts and Tribunals of the European Society of International Law

In 2022, he delivered an inaugural lecture titled Between Universal Jurisdiction and Forum Necessitatis: Remarks on the Concept of 'Judicial Hospitality' for Victims of International Crimes, exploring legal frameworks for addressing international crimes through judicial cooperation. His research is reflected in frequent media appearances and interviews on topics like sovereign immunity, ICC criticism from Africa, and diplomatic asylum (e.g., Julian Assange case).

He serves as a Public Advocate and is involved in legal education through mentorship and courses. His secretariat is managed by Brigitte Weidinger, and he maintains active engagement with international legal discourse.