Public International Law
This course is designed to provide a broad introduction to the international legal system and processes. We will cover a range of topics including the sources and efficacy of international law; the application of international law in U.S. courts; the allocation of authority among states and extraterritorial application of domestic law; and international norms in a variety of specific areas, including human rights, international humanitarian law, international economic law, and the use of force. A syllabus may be found here.
International Trade and Investment Policies
This course is designed to provide a broad introduction to international trade law and policy. We will cover a range of topics including the economic theory behind international trade; the origins of the international trade system; the resolution of international trade disputes; the central principles behind the World Trade Organization; the relationship between multilateral and regional agreements; and WTO rules in various trade areas, such as sanitary and phytosanitary standards (including food safety), dumping and subsidies. A syllabus may be found here.
International Commercial Transactions
This course is designed to provide a broad introduction to the transactional work undertaken by international commercial attorneys. Primary areas of study include the export sale and its financing, the international transfer of technology, international investment, and, time permitting, the resolution of international commercial disputes. Particular attention is given to the mitigation and avoidance of the risks attendant to international transactions. A syllabus may be found here.
International Law Practicum
The international law practicum involves supervision of Temple law students engaged in working on behalf of live clients on an international legal issue. In recent years, students have worked with individuals and organizations based in France and in Switzerland.
International Law Colloquium
Taught on an occasional basis, the colloquium brings top international law scholars to Temple to present substantial works-in-progress to the law school community. Students enrolled in the colloquium write short reaction papers and engage in constructive criticism and scholarly dialogue with authors.
Constitutional Law
This class explores the fundamental principles and policies of U.S. Constitutional law, with particular emphasis on the development of constitutional doctrine by the U.S. Supreme Court. It covers matters related to the structure of government and individual rights. The class also examines competing methodologies of constitutional interpretation and considers the historical, cultural and societal contexts in which constitutional doctrine is created.