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In the global economy, parties are turning more and more to International Arbitration to resolve transborder commercial and investment disputes. Our specialization in International Arbitration provides a unique educational opportunity to acquire a profound grounding in the field of international arbitration.

Why Miami?

Our school is prominently positioned, both academically and geographically, for the study of international arbitration law. Moreover, Miami is the international arbitration center for the Americas and beyond which allows for interaction with local professionals who have extensive knowledge and experience in international arbitration as well as a wide network of contacts, particularly in the Americas.

Top Faculty

Students in this program are taught by an internationally renowned faculty. Our Chair, Jan Paulsson, is one of the world's leading experts in international arbitration.

The Program

The program, open to U.S. and foreign law graduates, offers specialized theoretical and practical courses in international arbitration. In addition, there is a broad selection of related subjects including course offerings with a focus on Latin America for future practitioners wishing to pursue a career involving interests in that region. Click here to view a list of the program's requirements and courses.

Program Leadership

The Faculty Chair for the Specialization in International Arbitration is Professor Jan Paulsson, holder of the Michael Klein Distinguished Scholar Chair.

Director of the International Arbitration LL.M.: Jessica Carvalho Morris, Esq.

Liaison to Professional Programs

Director of Professional Programs: Judith Ann Freedberg

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UPCOMING EVENTS

October 21, 2013
Guest Lecture - Guillermo Aguilar Alvarez

Guillermo Aguilar-AlvarezLeading international arbitration attorney, Guillermo Aguilar-Alvarez, will deliver a guest lecture as part of the New York Convention course. He is a partner in King & Spalding's International Arbitration Group and has participated as arbitrator or counsel in more than 175 commercial, investment and State-to-State arbitration proceedings. Mr. Aguilar-Alvarez served as Principal Legal Counsel for the government of Mexico for the negotiation and implementation of the North American Free Trade (NAFTA) and free trade agreements with Costa Rica, Bolivia, Colombia and Venezuela. Previously, Mr. Aguilar-Alvarez was Counsel and General Counsel of the ICC International Court of Arbitration.

November 24-25, 2013
ICCA Judicial Dialogue
New Delhli, India
The University of Miami is proud to be a sponsor of the ICCA Judicial Dialogue.

January 21-15, 2014
Intensive Course - Fundamentals of International Arbitration
University of Miami School of Law
Miami, Florida

April 6-9, 2014
ICCA Miami Conference
"Arbitral Legitimacy: Myths, Realities, Challenges"
Miami, Florida

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Wamiq ChowdhuryThe winner of this year's Miami Law/Young ICCA scholarship award is Wamiq Chowdhury. Read more


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