Law Schools Global League

It was wonderful to meet with Dean Jaemin Lee at Seoul National University School of Law, a member of the Law Schools Global League, to talk about global legal education and maintaining connections between schools. Also with Yejin Lee, director of international affairs, and Professor Jae Hyup Lee.

[CALL FOR PAPERS] The Law Schools Global League is delighted to announce its forthcoming Academic Conference to be hosted by the University Of Pretoria, Faculty of Law in South Africa. LSGL faculty members, researchers, and Ph.D. students are cordially to submit their research papers and participate in discussions on the conference theme: “A Reality Check: Comparative Analysis of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals 2030 and the African Union Agenda 2063 - Law as a Case in Point". Papers can be articulated, although not exclusively, around the following themes: ● Exploring linkages and synergies between SDGs 2030 and the AU Agenda 2063. ● Examining the legal systems that govern global sustainable development. ● Creating new solutions to address important concerns in South Africa, Africa, and across the globe. ● Analyzing human rights implications of SDGs and AU Agenda 2063 implementation. ● Assessing climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies in African contexts. ● Examining the intersection of technology, law, and sustainable development. ● Developing policy frameworks for inclusive economic growth and social justice. ● Investigating migration, refugee, and displacement issues concerning SDGs and AU Agenda 2063. ● Strengthening institutional capacity for SDG implementation. ● Empowering marginalized communities through gender equality, children’s rights, and disability inclusion. ● Addressing pandemics, global health emergencies, and healthcare infrastructure. ● Conducting comparative studies of SDG implementation across regions and sharing best practices. Applicants should submit an abstract of up to 500 words, together with a short CV in the same Word document. Submissions should be sent to [email protected] by 13 March 2025 with the email subject clearly marked “Abstract Submission LSGL Academic Conference”.

?? Registration for the 13th LSGL Summer School is Now Open! ?? We are thrilled to announce that the 13th Law Schools Global League (LSGL) Summer School will take place at the University Of Pretoria, Faculty of Law, South Africa, from 30 June to 11 July 2025! This year, we dive into the theme: ?? "A Reality Check: Comparative Analysis of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals 2030 and the African Union Agenda 2063 – Law as a Case in Point." Students will engage with world-class faculty and peers from leading global law schools, exploring pressing legal challenges at the intersection of international development, governance, and justice. The courses—delivered by top scholars—offer a dynamic, interdisciplinary learning experience in one of Africa’s most vibrant academic settings. ?? Key details: ?? The Summer School is open only to students of LSGL member schools. ?? Universities must nominate students for participation; individual applications will not be accepted. ?? Nomination deadline: 25 April 2025. ?? Full program details & application info: https://lnkd.in/d_d3R672 We look forward to welcoming students to Pretoria for an unforgettable academic and cultural experience! ??? For nominations and inquiries, please contact: [email protected] Soledad Atienza Becerril James Speta Esra ?zcan Charles Maimela Elsabe Schoeman Veronica Ruiz Abou-Nigm Michael Nietsch Geert Vervaeke stephanie van gulijk Caitlin English Dan Hunter Paul James Cardwell Tito Rendas Martin Hogg Andrew Lynch Lucas Lixinski Maria Lucia Padua Lima Christina Castilho ISABEL GARCES CORREA University of Pretoria Joan Loughrey Serena Quattrocolo Joyce Sadka #LSGL #LawSchoolsGlobalLeague #LegalEducation #InternationalLaw #SustainableDevelopment #SDGs #Agenda2063 #GlobalLearning

? And the winner is… Amender! ?? We are thrilled to announce that Amender has been selected as the winner of the first round of the LSGL Global Legal-Tech Competition, hosted with great success by the University of Edinburgh Law School! We had outstanding pitches from two exceptional shortlisted startups from 17 applications—Jupiter Lex (Anahita Yousefi - Liam Laverty) and Amender (Walter Myer- Scott Fitzgerald Buchanan). After a competitive round, Amender was awarded first place and received their prize from our esteemed judges and LSGL Co-Presidents Soledad Atienza Becerril and James Speta. ?? What’s next? Winning this round secures Amender a spot as a finalist at South Summit in Madrid, where they will pitch before industry leaders, investors, VCs, and mentors. They will be joined by the winners of the upcoming regional rounds at Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México in Mexico and Strathmore University in Kenya. ?? The Global Legal-Tech Competition is a joint initiative by the Law Schools Global League, LexisNexis, and IE Law School, bringing together the best and brightest in legal innovation to shape the future of the industry. ?? About Amender: Amender is the first dynamic issues list for transactional lawyers in MS Word. It extracts and organizes drafting issues from email comments and mark-ups, helping lawyers streamline document turnaround. Post-signature, its structured audit trail ensures clarity on every drafting decision—an innovation that sets a new standard for legal tech. A huge thank you to Professor Lilian Edwards for delivering an insightful keynote on LegalTech and Global AI Regulation, setting the stage for a day of thought-provoking discussions. ?? Highlights from Edinburgh: A fantastic roundtable on LegalTech in Scotland Today, featuring Hermione Hague, Matt Jewell, and Professor Burkhard Schafer. A top-tier jury—Mariam Chaduneli, Morshed Mannan, and Nicolas Jondet—whose expertise and insight elevated the competition. An incredible program put together by Jonathan Hardman and the team at University of Edinburgh Law School , creating a dynamic space for legal startups and innovation. Thank you to everyone who made this event a success! We can’t wait for the next rounds in #Mexico and #Kenya as we continue to spotlight the future of LegalTech. ?? #LSGL #LegalTech #Innovation #Startups #GlobalLegalTechCompetition #LawAndTechnology #Edinburgh

It was so much fun to be back in Edinburgh for the Global Legal-Tech Competition, hosted by University of Edinburgh Law School ?? Five years ago, I came here as a master’s student, barely knowing what legal tech was. That marked the beginning of my incredible journey in legal tech. This time, I returned as a judge, listening to pitches from outstanding shortlisted startups — Jupiter Lex (Anahita, Liam) and Amender (Walter, Scott). Congratulations to Amender for an incredible run and for being selected as finalists to pitch in Madrid, where you’ll present to a room full of industry leaders, investors, VCs, and mentors. A huge shoutout to IE Law School, LexisNexis, and the Law Schools Global League for making this opportunity possible for startups. Special thanks to Professor Burkhard Schafer and Jonny Hardman for the kind invitation, and to my fellow judges, Nicolas and Morshed, for making this tough task a little easier. It was great to reconnect with Hermione and Dr Lachlan, both of whom were such a big part of my Edinburgh experience in 2019. And to finally meet Lilian Edwards, whose work I’ve read and heard about for so long. Scotland is called Silicon Glen for a reason—and I’m so happy to be part of this special story. #legaltech #startups #competition

As co-president of the Law Schools Global League (LSGL), I had the privilege of co-leading—with my fellow co-president James Speta—the February Deans Meeting, a forum to meet with top law schools who share a vision of global legal education in a gathering that included: ?? Academic Conference: Focused on Global Law, Community, and Solidarity. ?? Deans’ Meeting: An in-depth discussion on the challenges and opportunities in global legal education. ?? Welcome Reception: We warmly welcomed new LSGL members, including the University of Toronto Faculty of Law and Universidad Torcuato Di Tella. ?? Global Legal Tech Competition: first 2025 regional edition (will be followed by other events at Strathmore University and Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México) of this Global Legal Tech Competition, where startups in the legal tech industry pitched their groundbreaking innovations. Thank you to our great host, University of Edinburgh Law School, in particular to?Jo Shaw,?Veronica Ruiz Abou-Nigm,?Jonathan Hardman,?Gail Lythgoe?and to the LSGL secretary Esra ?zcan for making this event possible. The activity and impact of the association is possible due to the commitment of all its members who constantly work together to promote global legal education and who share a spirit of cooperation. Tito Rendas?Joan Loughrey?Geert van Calster?Stéphanie van Gulijk Eugenia Castrillón Martínez-Bordíu?Sérgio Guerra?Eleonora Lozano Rodríguez?Rodrigo Vianna Maria Lucia Padua Lima?Toby Beveridge?Charles Maimela?Andrew Lynch?Martin Hogg?Lucas Lixinski?Paul James Cardwell ?

Wrapping Up an Inspiring Law Schools Global League Gathering at University of Edinburgh Law School! ? We have successfully concluded an incredible series of LSGL events at Edinburgh Law School, bringing together scholars, deans, and legal innovators from across the globe. ?? Academic Conference: Scholars from LSGL member schools shared their research under the theme of Global Law, Community and Solidarity, fostering insightful discussions on the role of law in shaping inclusive and resilient societies. ?? Deans’ Meeting: Led by LSGL Co-Presidents Soledad Atienza Becerril and James Speta, deans and representatives gathered to discuss key projects, ongoing research, and the future of global legal education—strengthening our collective vision for legal academia. We were also delighted to welcome two new members : University of Toronto Faculty of Law and Universidad Torcuato Di Tella! Their addition further enriches our global network and collaborative initiatives. ?? Global Legal Tech Competition: The final day showcased the first round of LSGL’s Global Legal Tech Competition, where startups in the legal tech industry pitched their groundbreaking innovations. The regional winners now move forward to the final round at South Summit—a milestone in supporting cutting-edge advancements in legal technology! None of this would have been possible without the incredible dedication of our hosts at University of Edinburgh Law School. A heartfelt thank you to Head of School Jo Shaw, Veronica Ruiz Abou-Nigm, Jonathan Hardman, Gail Lythgoe, and the exceptional Law Events team Rebecca Selby, Elisabeth Pope Barlow for their warm hospitality and seamless organization. A special thank you to all participants from LSGL member schools who contributed with their insights, research, and enthusiasm. Your engagement and collaboration continue to drive LSGL forward, shaping the future of legal education and innovation. The conversations sparked here will undoubtedly lead to exciting new initiatives. We are looking forward to the journey ahead—so much more to achieve together! ?? #LSGL #GlobalLegalEducation #LegalInnovation #CommunityAndSolidarity #EdinburghLawSchool #lsglwinterevents Esra ?zcan Tito Rendas Joan Loughrey Geert van Calster stephanie van gulijk Eugenia Castrillón Martínez-Bordíu Sérgio Guerra Eleonora Lozano Rodríguez Rodrigo Vianna Maria Lucia Padua Lima Toby Beveridge Charles Maimela Andrew Lynch Martin Hogg Lucas Lixinski Paul James Cardwell

?? Call for Papers: LSGL Summer Academic Conference 2025 The Law Schools Global League (LSGL) is thrilled to announce its 2025 Academic Conference, hosted by the University Of Pretoria, Faculty of Law on 8 July 2025 in South Africa! This year’s theme, “A Reality Check: Comparative Analysis of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals 2030 and the African Union Agenda 2063 – Law as a Case in Point”, invites scholars from LSGL member schools to critically examine the intersection of law and global sustainability efforts. ?? We welcome submissions on topics including: ? Synergies between SDGs 2030 and AU Agenda 2063 ? Human rights implications and legal frameworks for sustainable development ? Climate change mitigation strategies in African contexts ? The role of law in migration, economic growth, and social justice ? Technology, governance, and global sustainability challenges ?? Submission Deadline: Send to [email protected] by 13 March 2025! This conference provides an excellent opportunity for LSGL faculty members, researchers, and Ph.D. students to share their work, engage in critical discussions, and contribute to shaping legal approaches to global challenges. Join us in Pretoria as we explore how law can drive sustainable solutions for Africa and beyond! ?? More details: https://lnkd.in/dZR-aFCZ #CallForPapers #LegalResearch Soledad Atienza Becerril Esra ?zcan James Speta Geert Vervaeke Bertil Emrah Oder Maria Lucia Padua Lima Tito Rendas Joan Loughrey Veronica Ruiz Abou-Nigm Eleonora Lozano Rodríguez Paul James Cardwell Martin Hogg Charles Maimela University of Pretoria

?? Announcing the Winners of the LSGL Research Projects! ?? The Law Schools Global League (LSGL) is proud to announce the winners of two groundbreaking research projects that exemplify our commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration in global legal education and research. ?? Uncovering Jurisdictional, Linguistic, and Cultural Influences on Fundamental Legal Beliefs: A Cross-Cultural Experimental Study Kevin Tobia, Georgetown University Law Center Izabela Skoczeń, Jagiellonian University José Luiz Nunes, FGV Direito Rio ?? Gendering the Energy Transition (GENDERGY): Legal Cartographies of Precarity in Labor and Land across Africa and Latin America Phillip Paiement, Tilburg Law School Thalia Viveros Uehara, Tilburg Law School Cecile De Villiers, University of Cape Town Melanie Jean Murcott, University of Cape Town Olívia de Quintana Figueiredo Pasqualeto , FGV DIREITO SP Dr Clara María López Rodríguez, The Dickson Poon School of Law We extend our heartfelt congratulations to these brilliant researchers for their innovative proposals and look forward to seeing the impactful outcomes of their work. A special thanks to Tito Rendas, LSGL Research Director, for his leadership, and to our evaluation committee – Ana María Zorrilla Noriega (Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México), Radha Ivory (The University of Queensland ), and Russell Korobkin (University of California, Los Angeles - School of Law) – for conducting a fair and impartial assessment process. These projects embody the spirit of LSGL, addressing critical global challenges through cross-disciplinary and cross-jurisdictional collaboration. ?? We are excited to support this important work and can’t wait to see the contributions these projects will make to the global legal community! #LegalResearch #GlobalCollaboration #LSGL #Innovation #LegalEducation Soledad Atienza Becerril Esra ?zcan James Speta Geert Vervaeke stephanie van gulijk Sérgio Guerra Maria Lucia Padua Lima William M. Treanor Joyce Sadka Danwood Chirwa Dan Hunter Paul James Cardwell

Season's Greetings from the Law Schools Global League! Soledad Atienza Becerril James Speta Esra ?zcan Tito Rendas Maria Lucia Padua Lima Jo Shaw Joan Loughrey Bertil Emrah Oder Geert Vervaeke Sérgio Guerra Rick Bigwood Eleonora Lozano Rodríguez Charles Maimela Joyce Sadka Amrita Bahri Paulo Goldschmidt Michael Waterstone William M. Treanor Dan Hunter Kreab Espa?a Caitlin English Toby Beveridge Michael Nietsch Elena D'Alessandro Serena Quattrocolo Andrew Lynch stephanie van gulijk Lucas Lixinski Eugenia Castrillón Martínez-Bordíu Danwood Chirwa Elsabe Schoeman Paul James Cardwell Hari Osofsky Joshua Alter Janet Garesche ISABEL GARCES CORREA Christina Castilho