Harvard National Model United Nations: A new step for the IE University Debate Club
Since the inception of the IE Debate Club, our vision was to become one of the most inclusive and active communities at IE University, and send internationally competitive collegiate debate teams around the world. After a few years, we were awarded Best Professional Club and Most Adaptable Club, and now have over 1,000 members across […]
Aida Fernández Láez shares how the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) at IE University primed her for her role at White & Case
Now an associate at New York-based law firm White & Case, Aida Fernández Láez feels that getting her bachelor’s degree in Spain gave her the global experience she was looking for and helped get her where she is today. Aida Fernández Láez is a powerhouse. She plunged straight from the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) at […]
A lifetime of dedication: sports lawyer Belén Pastor Gómez on turning dreams into reality
Belén Pastor Gómez has always been passionate about law. At a young age, she decided to move to Madrid and pursue her professional ambitions, and she is now a practicing lawyer in Spain, pursuing some exciting opportunities. Belén has fond memories of her time at IE University and believes that the skills she learned here […]
Isabela Uribe Castano on her unique experience at the Comparative Law in Action competition
Created by IE Law School, Comparative Law in Action (CLIA) is the first competition of its kind. The challenge involves participants working on an interactive multimedia case in a largely virtual environment. It is meant to reflect the methods of future legal teams, teaching participants to apply a comparative legal mindset to reach innovative and […]
IE Law School’s Legal Clinic creates a guide to help Russian community members navigate the imposed sanctions
The sanctions placed on Russia have created hardship and uncertainty for its citizens. That’s why IE University’s Legal Clinic created a guide to clear up any questions they may have. The Legal Clinic at IE University handles many pro bono cases, which allows students to gain practical experience while making a positive impact. The clinic […]
IE Law School’s Legal Clinic compiles a comprehensive legal guide for Ukrainians affected by the conflict
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has led to unimaginable hardship and distress for its citizens both at home and abroad. To lend a helping hand, the Legal Clinic at IE University has written a legal guide to clear up any questions or doubts they may have. The Legal Clinic at IE University takes on many […]
The tech lawyer: Looking back at a successful career in Intellectual Property law with Alexander Messerer
Alexander Messerer is part of the illustrious crop of IE University alumni. He completed his Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) in Comparative International Law in 2019. Since then, he has gone on to attain his master’s degree and found a successful IP firm. Here’s what Alexander had to say about his IE university experience and changing […]
Entrepreneur and rhyde co-founder , Sartaaj Zeid Hussain, on taking the road less traveled to business success
Attending IE University gave Sartaaj the perfect chance to explore the world. After the experience, he became more open-minded about finding different ways to apply his qualifications. He soon found his purpose and created an innovative startup. Find out what Sartaaj had to say about his IE University experience, learning invaluable skills for the future, […]
The LawWithoutWalls Sprint 2022 event: much more than a think tank
Final-year student David Meshaka, research assistant Tiffany Perez and venture capitalist Dustin Shay take us through their biggest lessons from the LWOW Sprint 2022 event LawWithoutWalls (LWOW) is a program designed to encourage creative problem-solving among professionals in the law and business fields. IE Univeristy hosted The LWOW Sprint 2022 event, it was a three-day […]
Discover IE University’s Law Scholarship Program in Partnership with 5 of the world’s most prestigious international law firms
IE University firmly believes that everyone should get a fair shot when it comes to academic achievement and opening new professional doors. In partnership with IE University, five law firms have launched five different scholarships for Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) students. Every year, each scholarship is awarded to one exceptional student. Learn more about each […]
Kick-off event: Comparative Law in Action competition 2022
At the beginning of this month, we kicked off the second annual edition of IE University’s Comparative Law in Action Competition at IE Law School. This year, we’re thrilled that the competition will be able to take place in a blended format, combining both virtual and in-person activities. It’s an experience that is entirely unique […]
Comparative Law in Action—putting theory into practice
The IE Comparative Law in Action Challenge connects students from leading law schools who then work together on a multimedia case in a hybrid environment that follows our Liquid Learning model. By mirroring the methods of tomorrow’s legal teams, participants are required to tap into a comparative mindset to reach a future-forward solution to today’s most pressing global […]