The IALS brings together more than 250 law schools and departments from over 60 countries representing more than 12,000 law faculty members worldwide.
Founded by legal educators from around the world who recognized the growing inter-relationship of norms from transnational legal systems, the Association seeks to contribute to the development and improvement of law schools, and the conditions of legal education throughout the world.
The IALS is also dedicated to the better preparation of lawyers as they increasingly engage in transnational or global legal practice, and when they pursue careers other than private practice, including governmental, non-governmental, academic, and corporate careers.
Professor Catherine Kelly said:
“The IALS is a shining example of a genuinely international and inclusive society. I am excited to work with my fellow Board Members to share experiences and best practice, learn from each other, and work towards the development and improvement of law schools, and conditions of legal education throughout the world.”
Following the creation of a new charter and an independent Board of Governors in 2014, the Association has embarked upon an ambitious and innovative agenda of developing a global consensus on the fundamental principles, guidelines, and outcomes of a legal education.