It is 900 years old and 35% of the world's population live in a common law or mixed legal system.
English commercial law is the most common choice of governing law in international commercial contracts.
London is, and will continue to be, one of the world's leading centres for dispute resolution. It has more international arbitrators than any other city in the world.
We use the most effective, practical and interactive teaching methods. We help you resolve real-life disputes and adopt a practical approach to advising clients.
The British Law Centres (BLC) were established in 1992 as a joint venture between the University of Cambridge and the University of Warsaw. They are now run by a dedicated educational charity, based at Cambridge University's Law Faculty. There are numerous BLCs throughout the CEE region.
We teach a 1-year Diploma on selected aspects of English law. We also help you develop a legal skills portfolio including case management, legal writing, contract drafting, oral advocacy, debating, mooting and numerous other skills that are crucial to anyone planning a career in the law. Our teaching is conducted in a practical and interactive manner by an experienced and professional team of native English speakers. Whether you wish to practise as a lawyer or simply improve your written and spoken English whilst developing a range of other skills, the BLC helps to make your career goals a reality.
Please explore the website to find out how we teach and why your time at the BLC will be a rewarding and unforgettable experience.
Working within any legal system requires both linguistic precision and deep immersion in that system's legal culture. Young lawyers studying at the BLC have an immense advantage when dealing with English-speaking colleagues from common law systems.
The British Law Centre has transformed the approach to teaching law in Central Europe and played an important part in helping to strengthen the rule of law in those countries. Students have learnt to see legal issues in a new and different way through their experience of the common law.
Clifford Chance has employed numerous BLC graduates of the BLC, some of whom have already reached partner level. We recognise and greatly value the skills that BLC graduates are able to bring to the workplace.
Registration for the 2018-2019 Diploma course commences on 2 April 2018, with a special, reduced fee for those who register early. The registration process is entirely digital and should not take longer than 10 minutes to complete. If you wish to register for the Diploma, click here for instructions.