International Law at American University Washington College of Law

International Law at American University Washington College of Law American University Washington College of Law's #6 ranked International Law Program.

One of the first truly international programs, the LLM program in International Legal Studies is ranked among the top ten international law LLM programs in the United States and is currently the only program in the United States to offer a dual LLM/MBA degree. A program over 35 years old and still growing, the ILSP was established in 1982 in response to a growing demand for lawyers trained in inte

rnational law. With over 170 students from 53 countries, the International Legal Studies Program at the American University Washington College of Law is one of the most intellectually and culturally diverse programs in the nation. The program incorporates 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 recognized 24 full-time faculty members and 40 adjunct faculty members are leading practitioners in their field. Our diverse faculty have established strong alliances with various international, governmental, and nongovernmental organizations such as the World Bank, the World Wildlife Fund, the United Nations, the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Human Rights, the Inter-American Development Bank and regional organizations such as Central and East European Law Initiative (CEELI).

On March 28, the Harvard International Law Review published "The Charming Betsy Canon: Time to Ride the Tide of Loper Br...
04/23/2025

On March 28, the Harvard International Law Review published "The Charming Betsy Canon: Time to Ride the Tide of Loper Bright," an article co-authored by AUWCL Professor Michael Jacobson and J.D. Candidate Stephen Finan. The article explores how federal judges have recently applied the canon to interpret domestic statutes, the canon's insulation from historic critiques of interpretative tools, its endorsement by textualist judges, and it provides guidance on how judges should apply it going forward.

Read the article here: https://journals.law.harvard.edu/ilj/2025/03/the-charming-betsy-canon-time-to-ride-the-tide-of-loper-bright/

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Last week, American University Washington College of Law proudly sponsored the 27th annual Grotius Lecture featuring Sta...
04/22/2025

Last week, American University Washington College of Law proudly sponsored the 27th annual Grotius Lecture featuring Stanford Law Professor E. Tendayi Achiume and distinguished discussant Jamil Dawkar. The lecture titled “Traditions and Transitions: For Whom is International Law?” discussed the use of the United Nations Human Rights mechanisms in addressing racial discrimination and xenophobia, drawing on their respective experiences as former Special Rapporteur and Director of the Human Rights Program at ACLU.

Watch the full lecture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbhgDgXrxgc

As democratic norms face growing threats, what role do the courts play in defending them? Don’t miss this critical conve...
04/17/2025

As democratic norms face growing threats, what role do the courts play in defending them? Don’t miss this critical conversation featuring Chief Justice Luís Roberto Barroso of the Supreme Court of Brazil as he unpacks the judiciary’s role in resisting authoritarianism and protecting democratic institutions.

RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eGd8Av7x

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For 43 years American University Washington College of Law has been consistently recognized as a leading center for the ...
04/16/2025

For 43 years American University Washington College of Law has been consistently recognized as a leading center for the study and development of international law and strengthening of the rule of law. Through cooperation, we remain the place "where the world meets to study law."

Since our establishment in 1982, we continue to have one of the most influential International LL.M. Programs in the United States. Our programs include: International Legal Studies, Human Rights & Humanitarian Law, International Arbitration & Business Law, International Business & Trade Law, and Gender, International & Comparative Law.

Learn more about our LL.M. Programs: https://www.american.edu/wcl/academics/degrees/llm/

Explore WCL Abroad opportunities: https://www.american.edu/wcl/academics/study-abroad/

Join us on April 24 at American University Washington College of Law for a special ceremony honoring the Honorable Peter...
04/15/2025

Join us on April 24 at American University Washington College of Law for a special ceremony honoring the Honorable Peter J. Messitte, in memory of his enduring legacy and contributions to justice and the rule of law, both domestically and abroad.

RSVP by April 21: https://lnkd.in/exnQ5mx4

🌍 Interested in a career in International Arbitration?Join us on April 15 for an International Suite Talk with WCL alumn...
04/11/2025

🌍 Interested in a career in International Arbitration?
Join us on April 15 for an International Suite Talk with WCL alumna M. Marine de Bailleul, Senior Associate at Baker McKenzie (Paris), where she focuses on international commercial and investment arbitration. RSVP: https://forms.gle/7TyoMD39QWFF3auG7 Don’t miss this chance to gain insights from an expert in the field! 👩‍⚖️⚖️

🌍⚖️ AUWCL’s distinguished faculty members are making a powerful impact at the 2025 ASIL - American Society of Internatio...
04/10/2025

🌍⚖️ AUWCL’s distinguished faculty members are making a powerful impact at the 2025 ASIL - American Society of International Law Annual Meeting!

We especially congratulate Professor Susan Franck on her role as Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting. This achievement reflects her deep expertise, exceptional leadership, and unwavering commitment to the rule of law.

This year’s annual meeting also includes the remarkable presence of the following faculty:

📢 Janie Chuang – Speaker, “Rapid Transitions and Challenges in Global Governance for International Migration” (April 16, 2:00 PM)

📢 Padideh Ala'i – Director of ICLS, Sponsor of the Grotius Lecture (April 16, 5:00 PM)

📢 Claudio Grossman – Speaker, "Acting Against Authoritarians: Legitimate Roles for Shared Norms and Institutions" (April 17, 9:00 AM)

📢 Diane Orentlicher – Speaker, "Grotius’ Legacy: The 400th Anniversary of the Law of War and Peace" (April 18, 10:30 AM)

📢 Rebecca Hamilton – Annual Meeting Committee Member & Panel Organizer, "Speaking Truth to Power on the Brink of Armed Conflict" (April 18, 3:30 PM)

Learn more about the ASIL Annual Meeting at: https://lnkd.in/eQ94bGQq

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The International Trade & Investment Law Society’s (ITILS) Alumni Banquet and Award Ceremony was a great success! This s...
04/03/2025

The International Trade & Investment Law Society’s (ITILS) Alumni Banquet and Award Ceremony was a great success! This special evening on April 2, 2025, brought together AUWCL alumni, faculty, and students for an engaging discussion on international trade and investment law. The highlight of the night was honoring Matthew T. Simpson, WCL ‘08, with the Distinguished Alumni Award for his instrumental role in founding ITILS and his outstanding contributions to the field.

Join us in celebrating his achievement by leaving a like!

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🎯 Countdown begins! Only a few days left until the LL.M. Moot Court Competition kicks off!📍 On Friday, the general round...
04/01/2025

🎯 Countdown begins! Only a few days left until the LL.M. Moot Court Competition kicks off!

📍 On Friday, the general rounds will bring together prestigious teams from across the country.

⚖️ We are pleased to announce the composition of the Final Tribunal, which will be held on Saturday, April 5th, from11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Jonathan Ulrich, Caroline S. Richard and Carlos José Valderrama have been appointed as members of the Final Tribunal.

Wishing the best of luck to all participants — looking forward to a weekend of brilliant advocacy and legal minds at work! 🙌

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Join us for an exciting discussion on Artificial Intelligence with Amanda Molina, a top cyber attorney at Microsoft, on ...
03/28/2025

Join us for an exciting discussion on Artificial Intelligence with Amanda Molina, a top cyber attorney at Microsoft, on April 2, 2025 at 12PM Y360. Amanda will share insights on transformative AI use cases, the importance of AI education, and practical tips for using AI tools in everyday life. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, engage, and get inspired! RSVP https://forms.gle/QX1XYxp3JMQxLmT78

For 27 years, International and Comparative Legal Studies at American University Washington College of Law has held the ...
03/27/2025

For 27 years, International and Comparative Legal Studies at American University Washington College of Law has held the Annual Grotius Lecture during the American Society of International Law's Annual Meeting in Washington, DC.

The 2025 Annual Grotius Lecture will be delivered on April 16 by Tendayi Achiume, legal scholar, former UN Special Rapporteur, and Professor of Law at Stanford Law School. Her lecture is titled "Traditions and Transitions: For Whom is International Law?" The distinguished discussant will be Jamil Dawkar, Director of the Human Rights Program at the ACLU.

Join the 119th ASIL Annual Meeting: https://lnkd.in/ee77q76Y

Enhance your legal career and join the ranks of successful Spanish-speaking lawyers by enrolling in AUWCL’s Spanish for ...
03/24/2025

Enhance your legal career and join the ranks of successful Spanish-speaking lawyers by enrolling in AUWCL’s Spanish for Lawyers course! This course offers an opportunity to practice Spanish in U.S. Criminal and Immigration Law contexts in a fully online format. Don’t miss out on this chance to improve your skills, better serve Spanish-speaking clients, and collaborate with other attorneys. Enroll today! Classes begin on April 11.

Register at: https://www.american.edu/wcl/impact/initiatives-programs/spanish/online-course/

*AILA Members enjoy registration discounts in this course.

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On behalf of the International Trade and Investment Law Society (ITILS) at the American University Washington College of...
03/21/2025

On behalf of the International Trade and Investment Law Society (ITILS) at the American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL), we are excited to invite you to the 2025 ITILS Alumni Spring Banquet, which is taking place on April 2 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM in Claudio Grossman Hall at American University Washington College of Law.

We are especially pleased to announce that this year, Matthew T. Simpson will receive our Distinguished Alumni Award in honor of his contributions to the establishment of ITILS and his continued career successes.

Join us as we celebrate his achievements and the strength of our ITILS community.

This evening will be a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni, engage in discussions on international trade and investment law, and strengthen professional connections with colleagues and current students.

If you plan on attending, please register at: https://app.registrationguru.net/ #!/registration?eventId=335e234c-24f9-401b-a80f-ae8f54ba8328&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaahAzNtzJjwDAfZrQYGfSWG9KugdDqefVe6QpMt0ajEsBuk_qguyBgguLY_aem_mdASy1_x4UwflB6WdL0Ddw

03/20/2025

This Women’s Month, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on Maite Castells, one of our LLM students in International Arbitration and Business Law. With nearly five years of experience in Brussels, Maite specializes in international arbitration, corporate governance, ESG, and sustainability. Her strategic advocacy on regulatory issues has contributed to key legislative proposals on regulatory compliance and cross-border trade.

In addition to being the Dean's Fellow for the Center on International Commercial Arbitration, she is making the most out of her experience at AUWCL by also completing an externship at a law firm in DC. Maite’s dedication and passion for law inspire us all as she continues to make her mark in the legal world! 🌍⚖️



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🌟 Celebrate Women’s History Month with Us! 🌟Join us for a powerful and thought-provoking discussion on Women, Law, and P...
03/20/2025

🌟 Celebrate Women’s History Month with Us! 🌟
Join us for a powerful and thought-provoking discussion on Women, Law, and Power with top international legal scholars. Gain insights from our international visiting scholars from Brazil, Iran, Pakistan, and Peru as we explore the legal challenges and victories shaping women's rights worldwide. The panel will be moderated by Professor Anita Sinha, Director, Program on Gender, Theory, Law & Practice, American University Washington College of Law
📅 March 25 | 🕒 3:00-4:00 PM | 📍 N101
🔗 RSVP now: https://forms.gle/nHUmfKDoDUmrvjbv8

📅 Join us on April 10, 2025 for the 2025 Wenger Annual Distinguished Lecture on International Trade, delivered by Judge ...
03/19/2025

📅 Join us on April 10, 2025 for the 2025 Wenger Annual Distinguished Lecture on International Trade, delivered by Judge Choe-Groves, Federal Judge, United States Court of International Trade. Judge Choe-Groves’ lecture will focus on “The Intersection of Intellectual Property and International Trade.” 💡🌐

Registration is free, but required: https://app.registrationguru.net:443 #!/portal?eventId=b039f127-7675-4fb4-94d1-fba5b9c473ac

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LAST CHANCE TO APPLY! Only a few more spots are left in AUWCL’s International Human Rights and Humanitarian Concerns sum...
03/18/2025

LAST CHANCE TO APPLY! Only a few more spots are left in AUWCL’s International Human Rights and Humanitarian Concerns summer course in Geneva, Switzerland. This two-week course is open to US-based law students for academic credit and non-US law students and legal practitioners for a certificate of completion. Don’t miss out on this impactful opportunity!

Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eSPUWxiv

Apply at: https://lnkd.in/euwVpQk4

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📢 Join Us for an Inspiring Discussion with Adam S. Wilczewski on March 19 at 12PM in Y360. Learn how legal professionals...
03/17/2025

📢 Join Us for an Inspiring Discussion with Adam S. Wilczewski on March 19 at 12PM in Y360. Learn how legal professionals can take charge of their careers by setting bold goals, building a strong personal brand, and seizing growth opportunities. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights from a seasoned expert! 🔥RSVP https://forms.gle/QX1XYxp3JMQxLmT78

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