"The best way to predict your future is to create it."
–Abraham Lincoln
WORLD LAWYERS ACADEMY
World Lawyers Academy is a two-week course introducing students ages 15-18 to high-level concepts in law, and is designed and taught by a world-leading instructor. Whether you are already set on a career in law or are simply curious about the legal profession, World Lawyers Academy will instill you with key legal insights and outline a clear path to academic and law school success.
WORLD LAWYERS
ACADEMY
CURRICULUM
Class 1: Legal Ethics & the Philosophy of Law
Class 2: The History of Law
Class 3: Legal Systems
Class 4: Criminal Law
Class 5: Law and Economics
Class 6: Constitutions
Class 7: Human Rights
Class 8: Commercial Law
Class 9: International Law
Class X: Mock Trial Challenge
Explore Law Degrees & Careers
Discover the various specialisms of law, see which areas most appeal to you, and learn how to get into the world's most prestigious law schools
Corporate Law
How do you prevent a counterparty from piercing the corporate veil? Learn how to protect your clients' assets, shield businesses from indemnity, and efficiently navigate government regulations and tax law
World Legal Systems
Discover the commonalities and differences of the world's legal systems, and understand the intrinsic advantages and limitations of each
Environmental Law
Discover how the lack of property rights leads to the destruction of
natural resources, and how the law can help internalize economic externalities leading to a healthier environment and more prosperous society
Learn Principles of Jurisprudence
What are the fundamental principles
that any legal system should abide by, and how do we ensure that justice is blind and that the rule of law reigns supreme? Explore ideals of jurisprudence and compare them to the status quo
Develop Advocacy Skills
Refine your advocacy and public-speaking skills while arguing on behalf of your simulated clients in our in-class debates and mock-trial competition
Contract Law
How do you compose a durable contract? How do you limit indemnity?
What happens if a contract is breached? Explore how businesses rely on commercial contracts and enforce their claims
Evaluating Evidence
Deductive reasoning is an integral skill to the practice of law. Learn what makes for a good argument, avoid common logical fallacies, and master how to dissect and dismantle your opponent's case
Your Law Instructor
Filipa Paes is a doctoral candidate in law at the University of Oxford. Her doctoral research focuses on analytic legal theory and philosophical logic.
She completed her law degree with first class honours from the University of Kent, where she won the Stantons Prize for highest ranking student in her graduating class, the Davis, Simmonds & Donaghey Prize for best performance in the law school, and the Hallet Prize for best dissertation.
Filipa currently co-convenes the Oxford Jurisprudence Discussion Group and is a founding and executive member of the Collective of Women in Legal Philosophy. She has taught law at the University of Lisbon School of Law and is a passionate mentor of law school applicants and aspirants.
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Law Course Testimonials
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"Through this program, I was able to study something I had always been passionate about but the depth of which [it was] taught and the discussions we had during our tutorials developed that passion to another level."
–Emily B. (16) Walnut Creek, USA
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"These past two weeks have given me an unforgettable experience that have helped me settle my thoughts for university."
–Andrea R. (18) Baltimore, USA
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"The World Lawyers Academy is not your typical 2 week summer course; Apart from the extraordinary classes, I also received personalized guidance on my future path in law which was really helpful. As a whole, I would describe my experience at the academy as unforgettable, engaging and educational."
–Sarvenaz M. (16) Tehran, Iran
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WORLD LAWYERS
ACADEMY
World Lawyers Academy is delivered synchronously over two weeks in (i) ten live and interactive online classes, and (ii) two one-on-one personalized academic tutorials led by your instructor. The program follows the World Lawyers Academy curriculum and includes:
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Maximum class size six (6) students
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Individual feedback and academic guidance
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Take-home continuing study exercises and resources
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Letter of Recommendation from your instructor (upon satisfactory participation)
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Access to video recordings of all ten (10) live classes for future review
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Course completion certificate
Online classes will last approximately two hours and will be delivered on weekdays 12pm-2pm US Pacific Time | 3pm-5pm US Eastern Time | 8pm-10pm British Summer Time.
WORLD LAWYERS ACADEMY
2024 PRICES & DATES
"A mind once stretched by new ideas, may never return to its original dimensions."
–Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.
DISCOVER LAW ACADEMY
Discover Law Academy is a two-week course introducing students ages 12-14 to fundamental concepts in the law, politics, and government, and is designed and taught by a world-leading instructor. On the course you'll learn how the law and the government works, what lawyers and politicians do, and if a legal or political career might be right for you.
DISCOVER LAW
ACADEMY
CURRICULUM
Class 1: The Law and Society
Class 2: Law and Morality
Class 3: Law, Government, and Politics
Class 4: Criminal Law
Class 5: Economics, Business, and the Law
Class 6: Environmental Law
Class 7: Law and Technology
Class 8: Contract Law
Class 9: Tort Law
Class X: Mock Trial Debate
Discover the World of Law
Learn about the purpose of law and how sound legal principles serve as the basis for prosperous economies, harmonious communities, and a peaceful world
Explore Different Specialisms of Law
Gain insight into the different areas of law via real life cases, and discover what it takes to become a top legal professional
Business and
the Law
Learn how legal insight and expertise can help add speed, efficiency, and superior execution to business operations in dynamic economic environments
Learn the History of Legal Thought
Travel back in time and discover the origins of our modern legal systems, while distilling timeless legal truths from history's most celebrated scholars,
philosophers, and politicians
Law and Technology
Discover how modern technology presents novel challenges to the law, from human rights to property rights. Understand how AI and the metaverse work, and the issues politicians and governments need to address
Criminal Law
Understand the nuts and bolts of criminal law including the rights of the accused and the legal criterion for guilt. Learn how to assemble evidence, effectively present your case to a judge, and get the jury to side with your client
Debate Human Rights
Argue on the side of individualists or collectivists to balance the rights of the individual against the needs of society
Sharpen your Public Speaking Skills
Whether you are a criminal or civil lawyer your ability to present your case will be key to your success. Hone your public speaking skills as you argue for your client in our in-class debates
Your Law Instructor
Filipa Paes is a doctoral candidate in law at the University of Oxford. Her doctoral research focuses on analytic legal theory and philosophical logic.
She completed her law degree with first class honours from the University of Kent, where she won the Stantons Prize for highest ranking student in her graduating class, the Davis, Simmonds & Donaghey Prize for best performance in the law school, and the Hallet Prize for best dissertation.
Filipa currently co-convenes the Oxford Jurisprudence Discussion Group and is a founding and executive member of the Collective of Women in Legal Philosophy. She has taught law at the University of Lisbon School of Law and is a passionate mentor of law school applicants and aspirants.
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DISCOVER LAW
ACADEMY
Discover Law Academy is delivered synchronously over two weeks in (i) ten live and interactive online classes, and (ii) two one-on-one personalized academic tutorials led by your instructor. The program follows the Discover Law Academy curriculum and includes:
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Maximum class size six (6) students
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Individual feedback and academic guidance
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Take-home continuing study exercises and resources
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Letter of Recommendation from your instructor (upon satisfactory participation)
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Access to video recordings of all ten (10) live classes for future review
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Course completion certificate
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Online classes will last approximately two hours and will be delivered on weekdays 9am-11am US Pacific Time | 12pm-2pm US Eastern Time | 5pm-7pm British Summer Time.