We would like to congratulate Digital Legal Lab member André Janssen on his recent appointment as a member of the European Law Institute (ELI) Council. The announcement was made during the 2023 ELI Annual Conference on September 7th, where a total of 28 distinguished individuals were elected to serve on the Council. The mission of ELI is centered around advancing European law and fostering its overall quality. Established in June 2011, this institution aims to instigate research, provide recommendations, and offer practical guidance that will drive the development of European law.