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Grotius Centre for International Legal Studies, Leiden University
Organizing Committee
Prof. Carsten Stahn
Prof. Michael P. Scharf
Ms. Lieneke Louman LL.M.
Board of Advisors includes:
Morris Anyah, Prof. Cherif M. Bassiouni, Prof. Matthew E.
Brotmann, Mark Ellis, Donald M. Ferencz, Prof. Paola Gaeta,
Justice Richard J. Goldstone, Prof. Larissa van den Herik,
Karim A.A. Khan QC, Justice Philippe Kirsch, Prof. Tim
McCormack, Prof. Hope Elizabeth May, Simon Minks, William
Pace, Prof. William A. Schabas, Prof. Michael P. Scharf and
Ambassador Christian Wenaweser
The Hague, November 2014
Grotius Centre for International Legal Studies
P.O. Box 13228
2501 EE The Hague
The Netherlands
T: +31.(0)70 800 9575
F: +31.(0)71 527 8223
E: grotiuscentre@cdh.leidenuniv.nl
www.iccmoot.com
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@ICCmoot
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
The Competition ................................................................................................. 4
Purpose ................................................................................................................. 6
Value ...................................................................................................................... 7
Structure ................................................................................................................ 8
Participating Teams ............................................................................................. 9
Partners ................................................................................................................. 10
Becoming a Sponsor ........................................................................................... 11
Contact .................................................................................................................. 12
International Criminal Court Moot Court Competition 2015
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The Grotius Centre for International Legal Studies proudly presents the International Criminal
Court Moot Court Competition, set to take place from 17 until 22 May 2015 in The Hague, the
Netherlands.
The ICC Moot Court Competition welcomes universities from all over the world for a large scale moot
court simulating the proceedings of the International Criminal Court (ICC). The Competition consists of
an extensive six-day educational and social program, which brings together students of diverse
backgrounds and cultures to The Hague to challenge their skills as future international lawyers. The final
round is expected to take place in an actual ICC courtroom with ICC judges adjudicating.
The establishment of the world’s first international criminal court provided a fantastic opportunity to
further support the rule of international law and the fight against impunity by garnering a youth-led
interest. The Competition involves collaboration with judges from international courts and tribunals,
professors of international (criminal) law, and other legal professionals. This network makes the ICC
Moot Court Competition a realistic simulation of ICC proceedings. The Competition’s case addresses
fundamental issues of substantive and procedural international criminal law.
We will welcome 58 teams (350+ students) from universities from 39 countries and 6 continents
worldwide to participate in the ICC Moot Court Competition 2015!
THE COMPETITION
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The purpose of the ICC Moot Court Competition is threefold:
1. To allow the top law students from all over the world to improve their knowledge of
international criminal law in practice, and in particular of the ICC and its proceedings.
2. To provide students with the opportunity to become familiar with world-famous institutions in The
Hague such as the ICC, the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY), the
Special Tribunal for Lebanon (STL), the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and the Peace Palace
(Library).
3. To enhance knowledge about the Rome Statute, especially within countries that have yet to ratify it,
by providing the top legal minds of the future from both Member and non-Member States alike, an
opportunity to learn more about the ICC. Their knowledge and enthusiasm for international
criminal law will be further stimulated by the interaction they will have with legal experts and
professionals they will meet during the International Rounds in The Hague.
PURPOSE
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VALUE
The organization is dedicated to providing an innovative and unparalleled educational experience for all
those involved in the Competition, with learning opportunities both within and outside the fictional
Courtroom.
Site Visits
On top of the rigorous competition schedule, students get to experience first-hand the most important
institutions in international law and governance operating in The Hague.
Meeting Professionals and Experts in the Field
Students are able to meet distinguished international jurists and practitioners who judge all rounds and
give constructive guidance and feedback.
A Meaningful International Experience
The Competition also serves as a perfect forum for global interaction. Law students from all sides of the
globe are united by a common interest in international criminal law allowing them to learn from each
other, while forging strong international bonds which facilitate their future career successes and create
new friendships. This aspect makes the ICC Moot Court Competition a truly unforgettable experience.
Additionally, there are several teams who are from, current, conflict areas, like Ukraine and Gaza. These
students can give a first hand account about what is going on in their home countries, and how they
believe the conflicts should be solved. Many students are originating from safe and stable countries, and
are now stimulated to think about these issues, and learn from them.
University Credit
The high learning value and workload make this program eligible for course credit at the participating
universities.
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Main Round
Each participating team is given the chance to argue all sides of the case by assuming each of the roles of
the court twice: Prosecutor, Government Counsel, and the Legal Representative for the Victims. The
overall score of the teams of the Main Round will be a combination of the written memorial and oral
session scores. All memorials will be evaluated by two different evaluators, prior to the start of the Main
Round. The Oral sessions will be attended by three (with aminimum of two) Panel Members.
Semi Final
The Semi-Final Round will accommodate nine teams (three sessions, three teams each) advancing from
the main round. Based on their scores for their oral presentations in the Semi-Finals, the winner of every
session will proceed to the finals
Finals
The Finals are expected to take place in an ICC courtroom and will be adjudicated by ICC judges/staff,
comprising the most unique aspect of the Competition. Security, court room staff and photographers are
also present, and a live stream is broadcasted on the ICC website.
Changes
Based on last year’s experience, an important change was made this year. The teams will from now on
plead every role twice (instead of once). A lot of time and money is invested by the participating
universities, and therefore the Organization decided to give the students the opportunity to plead twice.
This will also result in more fair results (as the final score is then based on six scores instead of three). The
consequence is that double the amount of Judges is needed, and double the amount of sessions. The costs,
especially the catering costs, therefore increased compared to the previous edition.
STRUCTURE
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PARTICIPATING TEAMS
1. “Hëna e Plotë” ( Bedër) University, Albania
2. University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australia
3. Bond University, Australia
4. International University ” MITSO”, Belarus
5. Universite Libre de Bruxelles, Belgium
6. Zenica University, Bosnia and Herzegovina
7. University I (Regional Round), Brazil
8. University II (Regional Round), Brazil
9. University I (Regional Round), Canada
10. University I (National Round), China
11. University II (National Round), China
12. University III (National Round), China
13. Universidad de Costa Rica, Costa Rica
14. Palacký University, Czech Republic
15. University of Law, England
16. University of West England, England
17. University of Gondar, Ethiopia
18. University of Helsinki, Finland
19. Tbilisi State University, Georgia
20. Georgia Technical University (GTO), Georgia
21. Albert-Ludwigs Universität Freiburg, Germany
22. University of Cologne, Institute for International Peace
and Security Law, Germany
23. National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
24. Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
25. The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
26. Jindal Global University, India
27. Gujarat National Law University, India
28. National Law Univesity, Jodhpur, India
29. Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia
30. Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
31. Università degli Studi Roma Tre, Italy
32. Kenya School of Law, Kenya
33. Riara University, Kenya
34. University of Prishtina ” Hasan Prishtina”, Kosovo
35. Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, Lebanon
36. University of Macau, Macau
37. Al-Azhar University, Palestine
38. Soongsil University, Republic of Korea
39. Nicolate Titulescu University, Romania
40. University of Bucharest, Romania
41. University of Novi Sad, Serbia
42. National University of Singapore, Singapore
43. Singapore Management University, Singapore
44. Comenius University in Slovakia, Slovakia
45. ESADE Law School, Spain
46. Uppsala Universitet, Sweden
47. Tilburg University, The Netherlands
48. Leiden University, The Netherlands
49. Maltepe University, Turkey
50. Bahcesehir University, Turkey
51. Makerere University, Uganda
52. Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv,
Ukraine
53. National University “Odessa Law Academy”,
Ukraine
54. American University of Sharjah, United Arab
Emirates
55. UAE University, United Arab Emirates
56. University I (Regional Round), USA
57. University II (Regional Round), USA
58. University III (Regional Round), USA
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PARTNERS
The International Criminal Court (ICC)
The organization and the ICC work closely together to deliver a very
informative and realistic simulation of the proceedings of the Court. For
more information on the ICC, please visit www.icc-cpi.int
Pace University
Pace University, New York (United States of America) organizes the
preliminary rounds for the Americas. Teams from universities through out
North America, the Caribbean and South America are obliged to take part
in the Pace preliminary rounds. The beginnings of the ICC Moot Court
Competition were founded at Pace University by Professor Matthew E.
Brotmann. For more information on Pace University, please visit:
www.pace.edu
Leiden University
The Grotius Centre for International Legal Studies - Leiden University is the
host of the Competition. The Oral Rounds will take place in the
Centre 4 Innovation, Leiden University Campus The Hague.
For more information on Leiden University and the Grotiues Centre, please
visit: www.leiden.edu, www.centre4innovation.org, www.grotiuscentre.org
Association for the Promotion of International
Humanitarian Law - ALMA
ALMA organizes the National Round for Israeli universities. For more
information on ALMA, please visit: www.alma-ihl.org/home
China University of Political Science and Law
China University of Political Science and Law is the organizer of the
Chinese Regional Rounds. For more information on the CUPSL, please
visit: www.lawschoolchina.com
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European Society of International Law
ESIL is partnering with the Competition for the first year, and will, among
other things, award the winners of the Competition with special prizes.
For more information on ESIL, please visit: www.esil-sedi.eu
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BECOMING A SPONSOR
Dear Sponsors, for your consideration:
The success of this competition depends on YOU
Organizing the ICC Moot Court Competition and gathering students from all over the globe is only made
possible trough your financial support.
Become a part of the unique event
This is the only ICC Moot Court Competition in the English language closely cooperating with the ICC.
Students from all over the world, with different cultures and backgrounds will be participating.
Gain exposure through your support
All sponsors will be credited on published and printed media for the ICC Moot Court Competition
including: brochures, booklets, the ICC Moot Court Competition website (www.iccmoot.com), and the
website of the International Criminal Court.
Utilize this opportunity for exchange
In this gathering of students, legal professionals, and scholars from across the globe, we disseminate
informational, promotional and educational materials given to us by our sponsors.
Attend the finals at the ICC
Receive an invitation to join us for the final round, at the International Criminal Court, and adjudicated by
ICC Judges and staff.
Attend the social gatherings
Sponsors of the Competition are invited to attend all social gatherings. Experience in person just how
much the participants enjoy the event and discuss with them what participation in this unique Competition
means to them and their university.
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CONTACT
International Criminal Court Moot Court Competition 2015
Grotius Centre for International Legal Studies - Leiden University
Organizing Committee
Prof. Carsten Stahn, Grotius Centre for International Legal Studies, Leiden University,
Chair ICC Moot Court Organizational Committee
Prof. Michael P. Scharf, Case Western Reserve University, Chair Board of Advisors
Ms. Lieneke Louman LL.M., Project Manager, Grotius Centre for International Legal
Studies, Leiden University, Chair ICC Moot Court Organizational Committee
Board of Advisors includes
Morris Anyah, Prof. Cherif M. Bassiouni, Prof. Matthew E. Brotmann, Mark Ellis,
Donald M. Ferencz, Prof. Paola Gaeta, Justice Richard J. Goldstone, Prof. Larissa van
den Herik, Karim A.A. Khan QC, Justice Philippe Kirsch, Prof. Tim McCormack,
Prof. Hope Elizabeth May, Simon Minks, William Pace, Prof. William A. Schabas,
Prof. Michael P. Scharf and Ambassador Christian Wenaweser
Grotius Centre for International Legal Studies
P.O. Box 13228
2501 EE The Hague
The Netherlands
T: +31.(0)70 800 9575
F: +31.(0)71 527 8223
E: grotiuscentre@cdh.leidenuniv.nl
www.iccmoot.com
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