International and Comparative Law

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International and comparative law has long been central to the educational mandate of AUWCL, and our cutting-edge international initiatives have been consistently ranked among some of the most elite and prestigious in the United States. Our diverse academic and programmatic offerings incorporate a rich array of international law courses and seminars, experiential learning, and special events which allow our students to interact and network with esteemed faculty, international attorneys, diplomats, business leaders, and policy makers. Our widely recognized faculty members are leading practitioners in their fields, have a strong commitment to teaching, and strive to equip students with the expertise, skills, and understanding necessary to address challenges and promote justice around the world.

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AUWCL Proudly Co-Sponsors 21st Annual Grotius Lecture

On March 27, American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL) sponsored the 21st Annual Grotius Lecture opening the American Society of International Law’s (ASIL) 113th Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C. Over 700 leading and emerging voices in international legal scholarship, policy, and practice gathered to hear Martti Koskenniemi give his lecture entitled, “Enchanted by the Tools? International Law and the Enlightenment.” Anne Orford presented as Distinguished Discussant.

The March 2019 Proposals for Amendment of the ICSID Rules: A Discussion on Provocative Matters and Changes in the Latest Working Paper

April 15, 2019 | 5:30PM - 8:30PM

The International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes’ (ICSID) is currently going through the most extensive review of its rules and regulations that commenced in October 2016. The purpose of this review is to “modernize, simplify, and streamline the rules, while also leveraging information technology to reduce the environmental footprint of ICSID proceedings.”

2019 ELSA Moot Court Competition

April 11 - 13, 2019

American University Washington College of Law will host the All American Regional Round of the 17th edition of the John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition (formerly known as EMC2). This is a simulated hearing of the World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute settlement system and is organized annually by the European Law Students’ Association (ELSA) with the cooperation of the WTO.

The Age of Women: Why Feminism also Liberates Men

April 10, 2019 | 4:00PM - 6:00PM

On April 10, 2019, the Embassy of Belgium, American University Washington College of Law, the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, and with the generous support of the European Commission, proudly organize the launch of Belgium’s Deputy Prime Minister Alexander De Croo’s book “The Age of Women. Why Feminism Also Liberates Men.”

13th Annual International Trade and Investment Law Society Distinguished Alumni Dinner

April 8, 2019 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Dean Camille Nelson, the American University Washington College of Law International Trade and Investment Law Society, the Program on Trade, Investment and Development, and the Office of Development and Alumni Relations invite you to attend the Thirteenth Annual International Trade and Investment Law Society Distinguished Alumni Dinner Program Honoring Douglas N. Jacobson, WCL ‘90, Founding Partner, Jacobson Burton Kelley PLLC

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September 25 12:00PM-1:00PM Tenley Campus - Yuma International Suite Talk: Effective Advocacy in Commercial Arbitration September 27 9:00AM-4:30PM NT01, Ceremonial Classroom A Global Lawyer: Celebrating the Contributions of Herman Schwartz to the Rule of Law October 31 12:00PM-1:00PM Tenley Campus - Yuma Y116 Classroom Summer Programs in London, Brussels, and Geneva Info Session November 07 12:00PM-1:00PM Tenley Campus - Yuma Y116 Classroom Semester Exchange and International Dual Degree Information Session November 07 5:30PM-7:30PM Tenley Campus - Yuma Y112 Faculty Lounge Professor Lucy Reed - Preserving Perspectives, International Arbitrators in their own Words November 14 9:00AM-5:00PM Tenley Campus - Warren NT01 Ceremonial Classroom Arbitration in Times of Economic Nationalism November 14 9:00AM-5:00PM Tenley Campus - Warren NT01 Ceremonial Classroom Symposium on Salient Issues in International Commercial Arbitration

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