Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot 2023/2024. Vis Moot is a simulation of an arbitration dispute arising from a contract for the international sale of goods between countries that are parties to the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.
Competition timeline:
- October 2023 – January 2024: preparation of written submissions;
- April 2024: oral presentations (arbitration hearings).
In the academic year 2023–2024, the team is receiving organizational and financial support from the Commercial Law Development Program (USA), which enables:
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Conducting training sessions with leading experts in international commercial law and arbitration;
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Preparing for preliminary educational arbitration proceedings;
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Providing financial support to team members during pre-moots, summer/winter schools, as well as for the trip to Vienna for the second oral rounds of Vis Moot.
Team selection will be done on a competitive basis.
Key requirements for candidates:
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Proficiency in English at B2/C1 level;
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Knowledge of international commercial law and arbitration process or a strong desire to acquire such knowledge;
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Willingness to dedicate a significant amount of time to competition preparation;
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Previous experience in moot courts is welcomed.
To become a part of the EHU Vis Moot 2023/2024 team, please fill out the application form.
Application deadline: June 14, 2023, 23:59.