Launch of Website for the ILSA International Law Conference in Turkey

The ILSA Chapter at Bahcesehir University has created a new Conference Website for the ILSA Conference to be held in Istanbul from July 7-10, 2010. The Conference's overall theme is “Discussing Global Issues within the Framework of the United Nations”.

Panel Proposals Invited For International Law Weekend 2010

On October 21-23, 2010, the American Branch of the International Law Association and the International Law Students Association will present the annual International Law Weekend (“ILW”) in New York, in conjunction with the 89th annual meeting of the American Branch. The overall theme of ILW 2010 is “International Law and Institutions: Advancing Justice, Security and Prosperity.” The co-chairs of ILW 2010 are inviting members of the international law community, including students, to submit proposals for panels. For more information, please go to the ILW Page on ILSA's Website.

Global Call for Jessup Judges

When was the last time you were addressed as "Your Excellency"? ILSA is currently seeking volunteer judges for the Regional, National, and International Rounds of the Jessup Competition. If you are interested in serving as an oral rounds and/or memorial judge for any level of the competition, please fill out the Volunteer Judge Application Form.

In Memoriam: Sir Ian Brownlie

It is with great sorrow that ILSA announces the death of international law luminary Sir Ian Brownlie, who passed away on January 3 in a car accident. We mourn his loss along with the rest of the international legal community.

Second Batch of Jessup Basic Materials Released

The second batch of basic research materials for the 2010 Jessup Competition has been released. The Basic Materials are a collection of sources designed to ensure that all teams, regardless of budget and access to research facilities, start from the same position. A link to the both batches of Basic Materials can be found on the Jessup Materials Page.

Announcing the 2010 Jessup U.S. Super Regional Dates and Hosts

ILSA is delighted to announce the following hosts for the U.S. Super Regionals of the 2010 Jessup Competition:

For more information, please visit the U.S. Super Regionals Page.

ILSA International Conference to be in Istanbul, Turkey July 7-10, 2010

All ILSA Chapter Members are invited to attend the ILSA International Conference at Bahcesehir University in Istanbul, Turkey. The ILSA International Law Conference-Turkey will bring together hundreds of law students from around the world to learn and network with esteemed members of the international legal community. The Conference will feature panel discussions, student presentations, and social events. The Conference's overall theme is “Discussing Global Issues within the Framework of the United Nations”.

ILW 2009 a Success

On October 22-24, the American Branch of the International Law Association and the International Law Students Association held the annual International Law Weekend (ILW) in New York City, an exciting conference that brought together hundreds of practitioners, members of the governmental and non-governmental sectors, and students. The theme of ILW 2009 was "Challenges to Transnational Governance.” More than 30 panels were held during the Weekend to explore the emergence of the notion of "transnational governance" and how the economic, political, and social changes of the last decade have re-shaped international law and affected its role and practice. More than 800 people attend ILW, including approximately 400 students.

For more information on ILW 2009, please go to the ILW Page on ILSA's Website.

Jessup Corrections and Clarifications Posted

The Corrections and Clarifications to the 2010 Jessup Compromis have been posted to the Competition Materials Page

Cooley School of Law Hosts 2009 ILSA Fall Conference

ILSA would like to thank the International Law Society at Thomas M. Cooley School of Law for hosting the 2009 ILSA Fall Conference. The conference was titled “Global Financial Reform. For more information on the event, please see the 2009 Archive Material for the 2009 Fall Conference on ILSA's website.

International Law Weekend - New York City

On October 22-24, 2009, International Law Weekend will take place in New York City, bringing together hundreds of students and attorneys. The conference is organized by the American Branch of the International Law Association and the International Law Students Association. The Weekend's theme is "Challenges to Transnational Governance." For more information, please click here.

New Version of the White & Case Jessup Guide - Featuring Video Clips

White & Case has released a new version of the White & Case Jessup Guide, which now includes video clips from Jessup Final Rounds demonstrating examples of good oral argument techniques. To access this valuable new training tool, visit the White & Case Jessup Website at http://jessup.whitecase.com/multimedia/. We encourage all teams, in particular new teams and teams without coaches, to refer to the complete White & Case Jessup Guide for advice about working with the Jessup Compromis, researching international law, writing memorials, and developing and presenting oral pleadings.

ABA Section of International Law Fall Meeting

The Section of International Law of the American Bar Association will hold its Fall Meeting in Miami, Florida, October 27-31. The section’s Fall Meeting is a great opportunity for anyone interested in international law to network and attend top-notch panels. For more information, please go to the conference website at http://www.abanet.org/intlaw/fall09/. The conference schedule has many programs targeting students and young lawyers, including an Associates Boot Camp. For information on accomodations and dining in Miami during the meeting, please click here.

2010 Jessup Season Commences with Release of the Compromis

The 2010 Jessup Compromis is now available at the Jessup Competition Materials Page. This year’s Competition Problem addresses the right to self-determination and the lawfulness of measures taken to protect the economic resources of a State. ILSA would like to thank the members of the Jessup Authorial Committee for devoting countless hours and invaluable expertise toward crafting this year’s Compromis. ILSA would also like to wish teams the best of luck during this competition season.

White & Case Sponsors International Rounds and Jessup Cup

The global lawfirm of White & Case has become the official sponsor of the International Rounds and the Championship Cup of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition. ILSA welcomes White & Case in this expanded sponsorship role and looks forward to an exciting Jessup Season, which will begin this week with the release of the Jessup Compromis and end with the White & Case International Rounds, 21-27 March 2010, in Washington, D.C.

For more information, please see the Joint Press Release issued by ILSA and White & Case.

Jessup Registration

Registration for the 2010 Jessup Competition is now open! To register, please go to the Jessup Registration Page.

Our online registration system has changed significantly. Please make sure to read all instructions carefully before proceeding to register.

Jessup 2010 News - Rules, Registration and Schedule

The Official Rules for the 2010 Jessup Competition have been released. For a link to the Rules and a Summary of the Rules Changes, please go to the Jessup Rules Page.

Please also note that the following two changes have been made to the 2010 Official Schedule: (1) the deadline for early registration has been extended to 18 September 2009; and (2) a disqualification deadline occuring on 26 January 2010 has been added in accordance with the adoption of Rule 6.1.1.

Registration for the 2010 Jessup Competition will open during the week of August 31. Please keep checking the Jessup Page for activation of the Registration link.

ILSA launches Executive Director Search

ILSA is currently looking for a new Executive Director, who will start work in the summer of 2010. For more information, please see the Executive Director Search Page.

Photos from the Jessup National Rounds 2009 Posted

Click here to view the photos!

Announcing the 2009 Baxter and Dillard Winners

ILSA is delighted to announce that King's College London from the United Kingdom has won the 2009 Baxter Award for the world's best Applicant Memorial, and that the University of Sydney from Australia has won the 2009 Baxter Award for the world's best Respondent Memorial. To view a copy of the award winning memorials and the list of ranking teams, please go to the 2009 Baxter Results Page.

ILSA is also delighted to announce the top ten scoring teams in the 2009 Hardy C. Dillard Competition:

1. King's College London (United Kingdom)
2. Soochow University (Chinese Taipei)
3. University of Sydney (Australia)
4. Lewis & Clark College (United States)
5. National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy (Ukraine)
6-tie. University of Costa Rica (Costa Rica)
6-tie. Aristotle University, Thessaloniki (Greece)
8. Case Western Reserve University (United States)
9. Ateneo de Manila University (Philippines)
10. University of Denver (United States)

Congratulations to these teams!

Jessup Final Round Video

ILSA is delighted to provide the following five-minute video clip from the 2009 Jessup World Championship Round, which was held at the Shearman & Sterling International Rounds in Washington, D.C. on March 28, 2009. The video clip shows Top Oralist Sebastian Machado of the World Champion team from Universidad de los Andes (Colombia), arguing before a prestigious panel of judges including H.E. Bruno Simma, Ruth Wedgwood, and Jose Alvarez. A DVD showing the entire oral argument is available for purchase from ILSA. For more information, please see ILSA's Merchandise Page. Enjoy!

2010 Jessup Schedule

ILSA is pleased to announce the release of the Official Schedule for the 2010 Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition. Please note that Registration for the competition will begin in August 2009. As more information becomes available on the 2010 Season, it will be posted on the Jessup Website.

Jessup 50th Anniversary Fundraising Effort a Success

On Friday, March 27, 2009, the International Law Students Association and the American Society of International Law co-hosted a dinner event in Washington D.C. to honor the 50th Anniversary of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition. More than just a celebration, the event was also a successful fundraising effort to support the next 50 years of the competition. Proceeds from the dinner will provide critical support to the Competition, including financial aid to teams who would not otherwise be able to participate in the Competition. For pictures and more information about the event please visit the Jessup 50th Anniversary Celebration Page.

ILSA International Conference to be in Kolkata, India July 22-25, 2009

All ILSA Chapter Members are invited to attend the ILSA International Conference at the National University of Juridical Sciences in Kolkata, India. The ILSA International Law Conference-India will bring together hundreds of law students from around the world to learn and network with esteemed members of the international legal community. The Conference will feature panel discussions, student presentations, and social events. The Conference's overall theme is "Trade and the Environment: Does International Law Have the Answers?". Click here for more information.

2009 Jessup Competition Results

A more complete set of standings for the Shearman & Sterling International Rounds has been posted on the 2009 Jessup Results Page.

Announcing the 2010 Jessup Topic

Looking ahead to next year's competition, ILSA is delighted to announce that the 2010 Jessup Compromis will address -- The right to self-determination and the lawfulness of measures taken to protect the economic resources of a State.

Announcing the Conclusion of the 2009 Shearman & Sterling International Rounds

The ILSA Executive Office congratulates all of the teams that participated in the 2009 Shearman & Sterling International Rounds of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition.

The results from this year's International Rounds are as follows:

World Championship Team
Universidad de los Andes (Colombia)

Runner-up Team
University College London (U.K.)

Best Final Round Oralist
Sebastian Machado – Universidad de los Andes (Colombia)

ILSA thanks all of those who helped to make this another sucessful competition year -- sponsors, national administrators, coaches, judges, bailiffs, ILSA student officers, and core volunteer staff.

Further results and photos from the competition will be posted soon.

ILSA Office Contact Information

The contact information for ILSA is:

International Law Students Association
c/o DePaul University School of Law
25 East Jackson Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60604

Phone: (312) 362-5025
Fax: (312) 362-5073