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    Law & Innovation

    A multidisciplinary approach to legal and ethical decision-making
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    duration2 weeks
    languageEnglish
    locationMadrid
    intake15th - 26th of June, 2026
    formatIn-person
    For whoUndergraduate students & recent graduates

    DIVE INTO LAW & INNOVATION

    The intersection of law, technology and policy is more critical than ever in today’s rapidly evolving world. Over two weeks, the Law & Innovation program offers an informed exploration of how these areas converge, preparing you to address the legal challenges of tomorrow.

    Whether you’re considering a career in law, policy, human rights or the evolving technology sector, this program will deepen your understanding of how innovation is reshaping the legal interactive lessons, collaborative team sessions and a real multimedia case study, you will hone your skills in legal analysis, negotiation and public speaking, gaining practical tools to navigate and influence the complex landscape of law and innovation.

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    Course Overview – Typical Day in the Law & Innovation program

    Your daily schedule is crafted to keep you challenged and engaged, with a mix of activities that encourage hands-on learning and critical reflection. This is what a typical day in the Law & Innovation program looks like:

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      Week 1:

      • Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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      Week 2:

      • Monday to Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
      • Friday: The last day is dedicated to your final presentations, your graduation, and the awards ceremony.
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    Your First Look at the Program

    WHO IS THIS PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR?

    • This program is right for you if…

      …you are driven to shape the future of law, technology and society, and are searching for practical legal skills to delve into the most pressing challenges of today’s data-driven landscape.

    • Participant profile

      The Law & Innovation program is ideal for undergraduate students and early career professionals, aged 18 to 26, who are considering careers in law, public policy or advocacy.

    Focus Areas

    Develop a unique set of skills tailored to address the legal and ethical challenges of a technology-driven world. Each skill is carefully cultivated to give you the confidence and expertise needed for impactful decision-making in the evolving fields of law and policy.

    • 01.

      Legal analysis

      Sharpen your analytical abilities to interpret complex legal frameworks in emerging fields, particularly as they intersect with technology and human rights.

    • 02.

      Strategic problem-solving

      Develop critical problem-solving skills by working through a real multimedia case that demands creative and strategic thinking. Learn how to find solutions that consider both ethical and practical implications.

    • 03.

      Negotiation and persuasion

      Master the art of negotiation in a legal context, acquiring techniques to present compelling arguments and reach favorable outcomes.

    • 04.

      Advocacy

      Develop a clear, persuasive voice to advocate for technological ethics and human rights, empowering yourself to represent causes with conviction and impact policy decisions effectively.

    • 05.

      Ethical decision-making

      By exploring the ethical dimensions of law and technology, you will be equipped with the skills to make responsible choices in complex, high-stakes scenarios.

    Unique Value

    This program offers a distinctive combination of real-world case analysis, immersive simulations, and a Comparative Law approach, providing participants with hands-on experience in navigating complex legal, technological, and policy challenges across diverse jurisdictions. It equips participants with the skills needed to excel in the evolving intersection of law, technology, and global business.

    Learning Outcome

    Participants will develop practical skills in legal analysis, negotiation, and policy-making, gaining firsthand experience through a multimedia case study and a high-pressure simulation competition. They will also deepen their understanding of comparative legal frameworks, enhancing their ability to navigate and lead in the dynamic and globalized legal landscape.

    Program Structure

    What You're going to do
    2 Weeks
    Week 1
      Week 2
        Final Project
          What You're going to do
          2 Weeks

          OUR PROGRAM LEAD FACULTY

          Erika Pagano - Professor of Law, IE University.

          Erika is the Head of Legal Innovation and Design at Simmons Wavelength.

          She is an award-winning lawyer, innovator, and educator whose sweet spots include culture creation, leadership, strategy, teaming, technology, and cross-border initiatives. 

          Having dedicated more than a decade to change, creativity, and client centricity in the legal profession, Erika works with a wide variety of clients across the globe to apply legal design to reimagine the legal experience. 

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          Discover the program's agenda

          Dive into a curriculum that immerses you in hands-on learning. Through a mix of interactive classes, collaborative group work, presentations and our innovative media lab, you’ll develop essential skills for success.

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          Johanna Jacobsson – Professor of Law.

          Johanna Jacobsson is CEO and Founder of Lawcrosse, a legal consultancy, and Adjunct Professor at IE University (Madrid, Spain). 

          She holds a PhD from the European University Institute (Florence, Italy, 2016) and LL.B., LL.M. and BA degrees from the University of Helsinki (Finland).

          She teaches international trade law, EU law and public international law. In her research and consultancy work she focuses particularly on services liberalization, preferential trade agreements and the international regulatory environment for digital and professional services.

          Her doctoral dissertation was published by Cambridge University Press in 2019.

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          Spaces are limited, so enroll now to guarantee your place!

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          DISCOVER THE RIGHT PROGRAM FOR YOU

          With flexible programs, you can mix and match the topics that interest you the most, giving you a taste of your future degree or career. Each program lasts two weeks and you can combine up to three programs to create a very personal learning journey.​

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            DISCOVER THE SUMMER CALENDAR

            Take a look to see how you can structure your summer with our various combinations.​

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            TUITION

            Single Program: 3,500€

            • 2 weeks

            BUNDLE: 5,900€

            • 2 weeks + 2 weeks

            CREDIT RECOGNITION

            If you join IE University’s Summer Program for a two week module and opt in to the additional academic deliverable, you will receive a Certificate of Achievement indicating an academic workload equivalence of 3 ECTS credits. 

            Completing two modules with the deliverable corresponds to 6 ECTS, and three modules to 9 ECTS. 

            To qualify for credit recognition, you must fulfill all course requirements and submit the additional deliverable within two weeks of finishing your last module. Recognition of credits is always determined by your home institution.

            From Summer to Your Future at IE. Step into your Master’s journey

            Continue your IE journey after the Law and Innovation module with our Masters in Legal Studies.

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            Learn more about our Masters programs

            THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS

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            1. Online Application

            You will need to complete the online application with the following documents: 

            1. Academic transcripts.  
            2. CV (cv template).
            3. Video Assessment: in this section you will complete two live video questions on general knowledge topics.

            *You must complete all sections of the application in order to submit it.

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            2. Submit your Application

            Once you complete all sections you may submit your online application to be evaluated by our team.


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            3. Admissions Final Decision

            Within 2 weeks of submitting, the Summer School Team will contact you with the final resolution of your Admissions process. Should it be positive, you will be guided through the next steps for your enrollment.

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