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Selection for the EHU team for Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot. Vis Moot

Dear students,

We are pleased to inform you that the EHU team is again participating in the most prestigious international student competition in international commercial law and arbitration, the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot. Vis Moot is a simulation of an arbitration proceedings arising from a contract of international sale of goods between residents of countries that are parties to the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.

Competition timeline:

October 2024 – January 2025: preparation of written submissions;

April 2025: oral presentations (arbitration hearings).

 

 Why now?

In the academic year 2024-2025, the team is receiving organizational and financial support from the Commercial Law Development Program (USA), which enables:

  • Conducting training sessions with leading experts in international commercial law and arbitration;
  • Preparing for preliminary educational arbitration proceedings;
  • Providing financial support to team members during pre-moots, trainings, 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:

  1. Proficiency in English at B2/C1 level;
  2. Knowledge of international commercial law and arbitration process OR a strong desire to acquire such knowledge;
  3. Willingness to dedicate a significant amount of time for competition preparation;
  4. Previous experience in moot courts is welcomed.

 

How to apply?

To become a part of the EHU Vis Moot 2024/2025 team, please fill out the application form:  https://forms.gle/p5gMd1ijkKYeM2B28 

 

Application deadline: August, 16 2024, 23:59

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