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Widely regarded as the region's leading law school, we also see ourselves as part of a global conversation about the study and practice of law.

22/05/2026

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀’ 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

With heartfelt performances and shared memories, the Graduate Students’ Farewell Dinner marked a meaningful close to the NUS Law journey for our JD and LLM Class of 2026.

Held at Temasek Club, the evening brought together 124 graduating students, faculty and staff to celebrate the friendships and experiences that shaped their time at NUS Law. Across conversations, performances and reflections, one theme stood out clearly: the strength of a community built across cultures, campuses and classrooms.

As Professor Umakanth Varottil PhD ’10, Vice-Dean (Graduate Studies), congratulated the graduating cohort, he reminded them that while the world may be “defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity”, he hopes that the education they received at NUS Law has prepared them to face its challenges head on.

Read more at: https://law.nus.edu.sg/media/celebration-and-new-beginnings-the-graduate-students-farewell-dinner-2026/

21/05/2026

Congratulations to Associate Professor Mervyn Cheong '08, on being recognised by Doyle's Guide as a "Recommended Criminal Defence Lawyer".

Doyle’s Guide is widely regarded as one of the most credible and trusted benchmarks of legal excellence among both consumers and legal professionals. The rankings for Criminal Law are compiled entirely through peer review, drawing on feedback from partner-level solicitors and senior lawyers whose practice is predominantly focused in this area.

On his achievement, Prof Cheong shared, "It was a pleasant surprise to be recognised in this year’s rankings. Criminal law is a demanding field, particularly in capital cases where the stakes are very high, and recognition by one’s peers is never easy to come by.

Practice keeps me closely connected to developments in criminal litigation and sharpens my understanding of advocacy and effective representation, which in turn informs my work as a teacher and researcher. This recognition encourages me to continue contributing both in court, and through my teaching and research, to the ongoing work of ensuring fairness and effectiveness in the criminal justice system."

Congratulations to Prof Cheong on this well-deserved recognition.

20/05/2026

Congratulations to all who have been offered a place in the LLB programme at NUS Law!

This is your opportunity to:
🔹 Be among the best: NUS Law is ranked #6 globally
🔹 Customise your education with over 120 electives
🔹 Broaden your horizons through our global student exchange programme
🔹 Join a distinguished alumni network and unlock diverse career paths

Take the first step towards an exceptional legal education.

We can’t wait to welcome you to NUS Law — accept your offer at https://myaces.nus.edu.sg/applicantPortal/app/login today!

18/05/2026

📢 Applications Now Open: Graduate Certificate in International Arbitration & Dispute Resolution (GCIADR)

Develop expertise in international arbitration and cross-border dispute resolution

The NUS Law Academy is now accepting applications for the Graduate Certificate in International Arbitration & Dispute Resolution (GCIADR) – a practice-oriented programme designed for legal professionals involved in resolving international commercial
disputes.

✅ Modular and flexible format
✅ Training by world-class faculty and industry practitioners
✅ Stackable towards a Graduate Diploma
📅 Applications are now open!
🔗 Learn more and apply: https://nus.edu/3V44AOz

15/05/2026

Congratulations to Guan Weixuan Isabelle ’26, Chan Shao Wei ’27 and Dorian Han ’28, who have emerged as First Runners-Up at the 49th edition of the Jean-Pictet Competition (JPC) held in Dilijan, Armenia.

The JPC is an international simulation-based tournament that differs from traditional mooting by “taking the law out of the books”. The team was required to operationalise International Humanitarian Law (IHL) by adopting the personas of diverse stakeholders, ranging from the Minister of Defence and military commanders to legal delegates for international actors, such as the UN and the International Committee of the Red Cross.

“Being immersed among 147 participants from diverse legal, cultural, and conflict-affected contexts enabled a rich peer-to-peer exchange, grounding doctrinal discussions in lived experience. This exposure to practitioners and peers from countries where IHL is actively invoked pushed us past the simple academic understanding of international humanitarian law to its underscored immediacy, relevance, and human impact,” shared the team.

The trio expressed their gratitude to their coaches: Peide Huang ’16; LLM ’22, Jiaxi D**g ’25 and Rachel Quek ’24, as well as their tutor, Mr Emil Sahakyan, and the Committee for the JPC for their support and facilitation of their IHL journey.

14/05/2026

📢 Applications Now Open: Graduate Certificate in Intellectual Property and Technology Law (GCIPTL)

Advance your legal expertise in Intellectual Property and Technology Law

The NUS Law Academy is now accepting applications for the upcoming intake of the Graduate Certificate in Intellectual Property and Technology Law (GCIPTL) – designed for professionals who want to deepen their understanding of the fast-evolving intersection of law, technology, and innovation. This programme offers practical insights and rigorous academic training from world-class faculty and industry experts.

✅ Modular and flexible format
✅ Taught by leading IP & Tech experts
✅ Stackable towards a Graduate Diploma
📅 Applications are now open!

🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://nus.edu/3SHtK3I

12/05/2026

Across borders, beyond classrooms—Thai-ed with Love continues to make a meaningful impact.

In its latest edition, the NUS Pro Bono Group (PBG) partnered with peers from the University of Malaya and the International Islamic University Malaysia, alongside Thailand’s Thammasat University, marking a growing partnership between law students in the neighbouring countries.

What sets this year’s theme apart is its focus on scams (particularly online love scams, e-commerce scams and online gambling scams) which are among the most prevalent digital threats facing young people in Thailand.

The highlight of the trip was a visit to Wat Sa Kaeo Orphanage, where students designed interactive educational booths and game-based activities to equip participants with the skills to identify red flags and respond to potential scams online.

Reflecting on her own experience, Andrea Wee ’28 shared, “Coordinating with the Thai students for live translation during the games was a challenge, but once we managed to run the activities smoothly, interacting with the children became an incredibly heartwarming and rewarding experience.”

Through hands-on activities and meaningful interactions with local students, participants gained practical insights into pro bono work across different jurisdictions and built lasting connections that transcend borders.

Read more at: https://law.nus.edu.sg/media/uniting-with-malaysia-and-thai-peers-to-combat-scams/

11/05/2026

NUS Law celebrates an outstanding showing at the 33rd Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot (Vis Moot) held in Vienna, and the 23rd Willem C. Vis (East) International Commercial Arbitration Moot (Vis (East) Moot) held in Hong Kong SAR.
The Vis team—comprising Faye Guo Feiran ’26, Samuel Khor ’27, Evan Sim ’27 and Tejyashri Jhanvi Rideshkumar ’27—advanced to the Round of 64 in Vienna and received Honourable Mention awards for Best Team Orals and Best Claimant Memorandum. Evan delivered an exceptional performance, placing third out of over 2,500 competitors to receive the Martin Domke Award for Best Individual Oralist.

The Vis (East) team—comprising Nicholas Chin Zong Hong ’26, Darryl Lee ’26, Tham Mei Shuen ’26 and Qu Chenxin ’27—received two Honourable Mention awards for Best Individual Oral Advocate in Hong Kong, with Mei Shuen and Chenxin placing in the top 10% of competitors. The team also emerged as Quarterfinalists at the Moot Shanghai 2026 Pre-Moot.

The Vis Moots are among the largest and most prestigious competitions on international commercial arbitration. This year's moot problem was based on the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) rules, and on the exemption of liability provisions under the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).

The team extends their heartfelt thanks to their coaches Mitchell Yeo ’14, Loh Tian Kai ’16, Kenneth Lim ’19, Nicole Seah ’22 and Samuel Wee ’24, as well as the alumni and faculty members who supported them throughout their preparation.

Read more at: https://law.nus.edu.sg/media/strong-showing-at-vis-moots-in-vienna-and-hong-kong/

08/05/2026

📢 Applications Now Open: Graduate Certificate in Corporate & Financial Services Law (GCFSL)

Upskill in corporate law, financial regulation, or capital markets

The NUS Law Academy invites legal professionals, in-house counsels, regulators and policy makers in the finance industry to apply for the Graduate Certificate in Corporate & Financial Services Law (GCFSL). This programme offers deep dives into key areas of corporate and financial services law, equipping participants with the knowledge to navigate today’s complex regulatory and business landscape.

✅ Modular and flexible format
✅ Training by world-class faculty and industry experts
✅ Stackable towards a Graduate Diploma
📅 Applications are now open!
🔗 Learn more and apply: https://law.nus.edu.sg/nuslawacademy/certificate-programmes/graduate-certificates/gccfsl/

07/05/2026

NUS Law was pleased to host Professor Brian Leiter, Karl N. Llewellyn Professor of Jurisprudence and Director of the Center for Law, Philosophy & Human Values at the University of Chicago Law School, for a thought-provoking lecture titled The Law and Philosophy of Academic Freedom.

Professor Leiter explained that core academic freedom protects a faculty member’s freedom in research and teaching, subject only to the limitations imposed by the scientific discipline (Wissenschaft) in which they work—limits assessed by other experts in the discipline.

He examined how legal protections for academic freedom vary, including statutory, contractual and constitutional provisions, drawing on representative Western and Eastern examples.

To illustrate the force of the argument, Professor Leiter considered the debate between John Stuart Mill and philosopher Herbert Marcuse over free speech, and why Marcuse, despite his skepticism about free speech, nonetheless believed in academic freedom.

Read more at: https://law.nus.edu.sg/media/professor-brian-leiter-delivers-centre-for-legal-theory-distinguished-lecture/

06/05/2026

Congratulations to our alumnus, Mr Daren Tang '97, on his reappointment as Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), for a second six-year term.

As the first Singaporean to lead a major United Nations specialised agency, Mr Tang has championed intellectual property (IP) as a catalyst for jobs, investment and growth, ensuring it serves as a driver for enterprise.

As he prepares for his second term, he said, “For the second term, this work will continue, so that WIPO’s IP systems are efficient and effective in serving users, global IP standards continue being updated to meet the needs of innovators and creators in a fast-changing world driven by AI."

We wish Mr Tang every success in his next term and look forward to his continued leadership on the global stage.

Read more at: https://law.nus.edu.sg/media/alumnus-daren-tang-to-head-un-patent-agency-wipo-for-second-term/

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