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20th edition of the Dual Master in Abogacía, Procura & LL.M. at IE Law School and PwC begins
A pioneering program that has connected global education with professional legal and tax practice for two decades.
On September 8, IE Law School and PwC welcomed students to the 20th edition of the Dual Master in Abogacía, Procura & LL.M. at IE Tower. The program is designed to connect academic learning with the realities of the legal and tax sector.
During the opening ceremony, Soledad Atienza, Dean of IE Law School, encouraged students to approach this new stage with a global legal mindset and an openness to learning. "This program is a great example of IE Law School’s collaboration with the legal and tax sector," Atienza said. She also emphasized the students’ responsibility to make a positive impact on the profession and share everything they learn with the wider community.
CONNECTING UNIVERSITY EDUCATION WITH PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
Joaquín Latorre, Managing Partner of PwC Tax & Legal, highlighted the individual and collective effort required by the program, as well as the firm’s leading position in tax and legal advisory services in Spain. Latorre stated that “the real practice of law is learned at a law firm” and noted that the program connects university education with the day-to-day work of PwC teams.
Eugenia Castrillón, Dean of Programs at IE Law School, highlighted the School’s "law in context" approach, which is based on understanding legal rules in relation to the business, social, economic and technological challenges that shape their application. She also emphasized the "practice ready" model, which focuses on students’ ability to add value from the outset of their careers.
GOALS, ADAPTABILITY AND ENJOYING THE EXPERIENCE
Leticia Ortega, Partner in Transfer Pricing and International Tax at PwC Tax & Legal and an alumna of the program, encouraged students to "maintain clear goals while remaining flexible enough to adapt them" as their careers evolve. Her remarks also underscored the importance of being willing to learn in new environments and enjoying the experience.
The Dual Master in Abogacía, Procura & LL.M. at IE Law School and PwC is now underway, offering a practical yet highly demanding learning environment. In November, students will join PwC teams, where they will apply their knowledge, explore different areas of specialization and work alongside the firm’s professionals.
