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Join the Centre of European Law later this month for a talk examining how the EU and the US differ in regulating transnational subsidies, and the various approaches to international law across the Atlantic.

Learn more ⬇️
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Centre of European Law. Prisoners of Our Own Device. Professor Luca Rubini, University of Milan and University of Birmingham. Chaired by Dr Isidora Maletic, King's College London. Discussant Professor Federico Ortino, King's College London.
November 13, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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📢 Calling all Law alumni!

Don't miss our upcoming alumni reception later this month to reconnect with friends and find out the latest Law School updates from Dr Michael Meissner.

Sign up to join us ⬇️
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November 12, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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How do you gain a strategic edge in a global legal career?

For Amedeo Marchelli, the answer lies in continuous learning and postgraduate study. He shares how postgraduate study at King’s has strengthened his expertise and advanced his career ambitions ⬇️
online.kcl.ac.uk/blog/gaining...
A photo of Amedeo with a smile on their face. The Text reads, " I noticed an improvement in my ability to communicate complex legal issues because of the research and essays I had to do which were quite demanding and required in-depth knowledge." - Amedeo Marchelli, International Finance and Commercial Law.
November 10, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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All Law alumni are invited to our annual end-of-year reception on 13 November.

We can't wait to welcome you. Register to secure your place ⬇️
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/law-alumni...

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November 6, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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👏 Congratulations to our team at King’s Legal Clinic on being shortlisted for the Best Contribution by a Pro Bono Clinic award at this year’s LawWorks Pro Bono Awards. We wish them the best for next month’s award ceremony.

Read the official announcement ⬇️


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A quote: I am delighted that the impact of the Clinic’s work and our students’ efforts have been recognised by LawWorks. Shaila Pal Director of Clinical Legal Education & Supervising Solicitor
November 6, 2025 at 11:08 AM
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📢 Calling all Law alumni in Munich!

Don't miss our upcoming alumni reception later this month to reconnect with friends and find out the latest Law School updates from Dr Michael Meissner.

Sign up to join us ⬇️
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Law Alumni Reception, Munich, Friday 21 November 2025.
November 3, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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🗓️ Mark your calendar – it's 2 weeks to our Alumni Reception!

If you are a Law alumnus, you are invited to our annual end-of-year reception on 13 November.

Learn more and register to secure your place ⬇️
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Law Alumni End of Year Reception. Thursday, 13 November 2025. 18:30 - 22:00. Bush House (8th Floor)
October 30, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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📢 Deadline approaching!

Our Navigating International Financial Regulation and Compliance short course is designed to give you the confidence and expertise to manage financial services and provide legal counsel on financial regulation.

Register ⬇️
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Navigating International Financial Regulation and Compliance. Short course | 4 sessions | In-person and Online | From 12 November
October 28, 2025 at 12:18 PM
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The panel featured the H.E. Prime Ministers of Albania and Montenegro and the UK’s Minister for Europe, North America and Overseas Territories, exploring EU accession, key challenges, and the next chapter in UK–Western Balkans relations.

Chatham House photos credit: Carmen Valino
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October 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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Professor Dan Hunter will join King’s Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Shitij Kapur, and a panel of world-renowned academics to share their perspectives on the future of higher education.

Register ⬇️
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October 22, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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As new technologies emerge, there’s a higher demand than ever for legal professionals who can navigate their complex regulatory challenges.

Our Digital Law LLM is designed to help you address this skill in a rapidly evolving field. Programme Director John Zerilli's overview ⬇️
October 21, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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We’re delighted to invite alumni to our annual end-of-year reception on 13 November. Join us as we celebrate the Law School’s successes and welcome our newest graduates to the @kclalumni.bsky.social community.

Be sure to register early to secure your place! ⬇️
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Law Alumni End of Year Reception Thursday, 13 November 2025 18:30 - 22:00 Bush House (8th Floor) Strand Campus, 30 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4BG
October 17, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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We were thrilled to welcome 40 Law alumni for a special reception in Beijing. Everyone shared a deep affection for their time at King’s and the friendships formed.
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September 18, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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King's Legal Clinic is open and accepting enquiries for the Housing, Family, Immigration & Asylum, Employment, and Intellectual Property Clinics. Students, supervised by qualified lawyers, provide free one-off written legal advice to clients.
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September 11, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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📅 Tomorrow 11 September, Professor Alison Jones, together with Robert D. Anderson (Honorary Professor, @uniofnottingham.bsky.social) and Lucilia Falsarella Pereira (Senior Director, CMA), will host a one-day workshop at King’s on combatting corruption and collusion in public procurement.
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September 10, 2025 at 8:57 AM
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Join us for a keynote address by esteemed alumnus Francesco Gianni (LLM, 1975), Founding Partner and Head of Corporate/M&A at Gianni & Origoni.

The event will open with a welcome address from Professor Andrea Biondi.

🔗 Learn more and register ⬇️
www.kcl.ac.uk/events/avvoc...
Photos of Francesco Gianni and Andrea Biondi. The text reads: 🌍 Pleased to announce. The Centre of European Law is inviting students, alumni, and academics to join a discussion on the future of international trade law.
September 8, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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🕰️ The deadline to apply for the Gunning Bursary is fast approaching!

This bursary provides financial support to candidates who need extra assistance to undertake their degree.

Apply now or share with someone who might benefit ⬇️

www.kcl.ac.uk/study-legacy...
The Gunning Bursary 2025-26 Full scholarship value (£22,500) Available to Home Fee Status students For undergraduate study Application closing date: 14 September
August 28, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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The Centre of European Law is pleased to invite students, academics, and alumni to a discussion on the future of international trade law.

The event will feature a keynote address by esteemed alumnus Francesco Gianni (LLM, 1975).

Learn more and register ⬇️
www.kcl.ac.uk/events/avvoc...
A picture of Avvocato Francesco Gianni. There is a Also the logo of The Dickson Poon School of Law. Is there a future for international trade law? Avvocato Frencesco Gianni, Founding Partner and Head of Corporate/M&A at Gianni & Origoni. 6 October 2025, 18:00 (BST) King's College London 06 Oct
August 20, 2025 at 9:04 AM
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Calling all Intellectual Property Law enthusiasts!

We are starting our ‘Judges in Dialogue’ series with a panel dedicated to intellectual property law.

Learn more about the series and register to join us ⬇️
www.kcl.ac.uk/events/judge...
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August 12, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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The Gunning Bursary is now open for applications!

Founded by Law alumnus Alexander Gunning KC, this bursary provides financial support to candidates who need extra assistance to undertake their degree.

Apply now or share with someone who might benefit⬇️
www.kcl.ac.uk/study-legacy...
The Gunning Bursary 2025-26 Full scholarship value (£22,500) Available to Home Fee Status students For undergraduate study Application closing date: 14 September 2025
August 11, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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🎓Huge congratulations to each and every one of our recent graduates.

We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone with you and can’t wait to see what’s next as you begin the next chapter of your journey.

Welcome to the King's Alumni community!
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August 8, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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We are proud to announce that Christian Tams will be joining us as Professor of International Law on 1 November 2025.
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July 23, 2025 at 9:42 AM
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We are delighted to announce that Joe Tomlinson will be joining us on 1 September 2025 as Professor of Law. Joe was previously a Lecturer in the School, and most recently Professor of Public Law at the University of York.
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July 22, 2025 at 11:56 AM
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Join Professor James Lee's inaugural lecture as he examines the role of narrative in creating and curating institutions, and how they affect legal change. The lecture will be on the topic, 'Pure Imagination: Stories, Institutions and Law Reform'.

Register to join ⬇️
www.kcl.ac.uk/events/inaug...
Inaugural Lecture with Professor James Lee. Monday 17 November 2025, 18:00-20:00. Part of the Inaugural Lecture Series.
July 15, 2025 at 8:54 AM
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The new issue of @kclalumni.bsky.social's online magazine InTouch, features award-winning chef, food campaigner and Law alum Dr Asma Khan (PhD 2013; LLB 1999).
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June 30, 2025 at 11:02 AM