The goal of the Economics Institute for Law Professors was to help participants enhance their understanding of economics and broaden their analytical tools in order to introduce greater economic sophistication and policy relevance to their professional work. More than 850 law professors worldwide have attended the LEC’s Economics Institutes. Alumni routinely credit the Institute with … Continue reading “34th Economics Institute for Law Professors”
Short Course on Economics for Judges Judges participated in a three-day lecture program on basic economic concepts which were reinforced by numerous applications to law and public policy. Attendance was limited to 30 judges. Instructors: Henry N. Butler, JD, PhD, Dean; George Mason University Foundation Professor of Law; Executive Director, Law & Economics Center, George … Continue reading “Short Course on Economics for Judges”
Case Analysis Seminar Judges are assumed to be equal participants and are expected to contribute to the discussion. For each case: (a) An economic concept was introduced by the moderator, (b) a judge provided a brief overview of the case, and (c) the judges spent an hour or so discussing how the specific economic concept … Continue reading “Case Analysis Seminar”
Workshop on the Economics of Environmental Law & Policy Judges explored a specific, substantive legal area in a lecture format designed to create interaction among participants. Attendance was limited to 20 judges. Instructors: Jonathan H. Adler, JD, Johan Verheij Memorial Professor of Law; Director, Center for Business Law and Regulation, Case Western Reserve University School … Continue reading “Workshop on the Economics of Environmental Law & Policy”
