International Transactions Clinic - for LL.M.s

Course Description

Fieldwork

The ITC has a diverse range of clients ranging from for-profit to not-for-profit organizations, from start-up companies to well-established businesses, and from impact investors to social enterprises. Some clinic clients are based in the United States; others are based as far away as Switzerland and Uganda. What the ITC clients all hold in common, however, is an international focus and a willingness to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges—like poverty, inadequate housing, sustainable energy, environmental degradation, and lack of affordable and accessible health services at the base of the economic pyramid.

Students work in teams of two or three students under the supervision of the clinic faculty and practicing attorneys. Students typically work on two to three transaction matters at a time. Students should expect to spend 10-15 hours a week on fieldwork for clients, in addition to time required by the seminar.

Seminar

In the seminar, the ITC concentrates on teaching students skills that are critically important to their professional development as they enter into practice areas that involve international transactions. The seminar makes use of classroom simulations, case rounds, and guest speakers (often practicing lawyers with expertise in structuring and documenting cross-border transactions, and clinic clients). The seminar also is used to discuss ethical, strategic and systemic issues that arise in the transaction matters in which students are involved.

Application Procedure

Students should submit an application, resume and transcript on-line via CAMS. Please note there is a separate application form for LL.M.s. The deadline is different than for JDs, and is posted on the Clinic Application Timelines page.

* 7 credits include 3 clinical credits and 4 academic seminar credits.