Summer programs

Registration deadlines

Priority deadline: April 30 Final deadline: June 19

U.S. Law and Legal Writing Summer Workshop

Join an intensive 3-week program designed to introduce you to U.S. legal analysis, research, and writing—essential skills whether you're preparing for law school, pursuing a career in policy, or exploring legal studies.

Program Overview

Dates: July 13-31, 2026 (3 weeks)
Format: In-person at IU Bloomington Maurer School of Law
Time: Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

This workshop covers:

  • Legal Research - Master Westlaw/LexisNexis and legal search strategies
  • Legal Writing - Learn IRAC methodology and legal memo drafting
  • Case Analysis - Develop case briefing and synthesis skills
  • Professional Skills - Presentation training and cross-cultural legal discourse

Why this program?

International collaboration: Work alongside undergraduate law students from Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP), gaining exposure to comparative legal systems and building your international network.
 
Practical skills: Gain hands-on experience with the same research and writing techniques used in law school and legal practice.
 
Pathway to graduate study: Credits earned may be applied toward the Master of Legal Studies (MLS) program if you choose to pursue that degree

 

Daily schedule

9:30 a.m. to NoonMain curriculum instruction
Noon to 1 p.m.Lunch break
1 p.m. to 2 p.m.Legal English support (in partnership with the IU Intensive English Program)
EveningsOptional cultural and professional activities

 

What you'll learn

  • U.S. court structure and jurisdiction
  • Common Law vs. Civil Law systems
  • Legal research databases and strategies
  • Case briefing methodology

  • IRAC analysis framework
  • Legal memorandum structure
  • Citation skills (Bluebook basics)
  • Peer review and revision strategies

  • International and comparative legal research
  • Legal ethics and professional responsibility
  • Capstone research project and presentation

Who should apply?

This program is ideal for upper-level Indiana University undergraduate students who are:

    • Considering law school or legal careers
    • Interested in policy, international relations, or governance
    • Seeking to build research and analytical writing skills
    • Curious about comparative legal systems
    • Looking for meaningful international collaboration experience

No prior legal background required - just curiosity and commitment to intensive summer learning! Limited number of participants. Early registration is recommended.