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Durham Law Students Show Negotiation Excellence at The National Law University, Jodhpur A&O Shearman 2026 International Deal Negotiation Competition
Second-year LLB student Ethan Goh and final-year LLB student Ralph Downing were crowned champions at the prestigious NLU Jodhpur International Deal Negotiation Competition 2026, held in partnership with A&O Shearman.
Durham University appoints Johanna Poutanen as Professor In Practice in Durham Law
Durham Law School is pleased to announce the appointment, by Durham University with effect from 1st March, 2026, of Johanna Poutanen as Professor in Practice in the Law School.
Durham Law School rises in QS World University Rankings by Subject
Durham Law School is delighted to announce that we have been ranked joint 49th in the prestigious QS World University Rankings by Subject.
Durham Law School Employability Course Podcast Episode 4
Durham Law School is pleased to announce the release of Episode 4 of a podcast kindly organised by Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (HSF Kramer) about the Durham Law School Employability Course.
Research shows AI chatbots are driving violence against women and girls
A new report provides the first comprehensive analysis of how AI chatbots are facilitating violence against women and girls (VAWG) in dangerous new ways.
IP, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation in Practice: Turning Research into Impact
Blog post by Mengyi Mei.
ICC Judge and Durham Alumnus Mark Mullen hosts Durham Law Students for a unique marshalling opportunity in February 2026.
In February, third year Law Students Julia Berti and Ione Banks attended a unique marshalling opportunity, kindly arranged by ICC Judge Mark Mullen.
Professor Jan Klabbers Delivered the Inaugural Durham Law School Annual Lecture
Professor Jan Klabbers, the Whewell Professor of International Law at the University of Cambridge, delivered the inaugural Durham Law School Annual Lecture, titled "International Organizations and the Global Economy," on Friday, 6 March 2026.
Durham Law School Alumni Association March 2026 Newsletter
The Durham Law School Alumni Association was launched on 17 September 2024 with 40 alumni Founder Members but, since then, has grown to over 1000 members from all over the world. Stay connected with the community by reading our latest newsletter.
Durham Student Law Society holds inaugural Alumni Event in Lincoln’s Inn
Durham Student Law Society’s inaugural Alumni Event marked a standout moment in the Society’s calendar.
UKIPO Northern Network Event at Durham Law School
On 24 February, Angelia Jia Wang hosted the UKIPO Northern Network event at Durham Law School, supported by the Centre for Sustainable Development Law and Policy (CSDLP).
Durham University Bar Society first Speed Moot in Durham with Middle Temple
On 11 February 2026, Durham University Bar Society was proud to host its first ‘Speed Moot’ in collaboration with the Honourable Society of the Middle Temple. The event brought together 55 students with a shared interest in advocacy and the Bar, underscoring the strength of Durham’s advocacy opportunities and its close relationship with the Inns of Court.
