Philip C. Jessup Cup

The Philip C. Jessup Cup is an international collegiate law competition that challenges law students worldwide to analyze and argue complex legal issues in a simulated courtroom setting. Named after Philip Jessup, a former American diplomat and legal scholar, the competition emphasizes oral advocacy, legal research, and teamwork. Teams from different countries prepare written briefs and then present oral arguments before judges, typically composed of legal professionals. The Jessup Cup promotes global legal understanding and debate, fostering students’ skills and networking opportunities within the legal community.