Published On: 15th October 2025
Organized by Record Of Law
Official Partner: Malaysian Law Students’ Network (MLSN)
About the Competition
The International Judgment Writing Competition 2025 (IJWC 2025), organized by Record of Law in collaboration with the Malaysian Law Students’ Network (MLSN), invites law students, researchers, and legal professionals from across the world to participate in a prestigious global event.
This competition provides participants with an opportunity to step into the shoes of a judge and draft a reasoned judgment based on a case rooted in International Law. Participants will analyze facts, interpret laws, and deliver judgments reflecting fairness, logic, and judicial precision.
The aim of IJWC 2025 is to enhance judicial reasoning, analytical skills, and legal writing abilities while promoting global legal collaboration and cross-border learning.
Objectives
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Encourage excellence in judgment drafting and judicial reasoning.
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Foster understanding of international legal principles and dispute resolution.
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Provide a global platform for law students and young professionals.
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Promote research-based writing and critical legal analysis.
Eligibility
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Open to undergraduate and postgraduate law students.
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Individual participation only.
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Researchers and early-career legal professionals are also eligible.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Registration Opens | 11th October 2025 |
| Last Date to Register | 31st October 2025 |
| Judgment Problem Release | 1st November 2025 |
| Last Date for Submission | 15th November 2025 |
| Result Announcement | 28th November 2025 |
Judgment Problem
The Judgment Problem, based on International Law, will be released on 1st November 2025.
Registered participants will receive the problem statement and official format/structure via email on the day of release.
Participants will be required to draft a judgment as if presiding over an international court.
Awards & Recognition
1. Winner Will Receive:
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Certificate of Achievement
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Free publication of the winning judgment on Record of Law’s official website
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Free publication of two additional legal manuscripts (on topics of choice)
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Feature on Record of Law’s Hall of Fame, LinkedIn, and other social platforms
2. Runner-Up Will Receive:
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Certificate of Appreciation
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Free publication of the judgment on Record of Law’s website
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Free publication of one additional legal manuscript
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Shoutout on Record of Law’s LinkedIn and social media handles
3. Top 5 Entries:
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Special Mention Certificates
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Featured on Record of Law’s website
4. All Participants:
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E-Certificate of Participation
Registration Details
| Category | Fee |
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| 🇮🇳 Indian Participants | ₹199 |
| 🌍 International Participants | $4 |
Mode: Online | Language: English
How to Register:
🔗 Registration Link: https://forms.gle/uiKzCXfTPBYby4TD9
📥 Download the official brochure via the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oEYh0DqMpXUsbhFfNNpIFg26WPilDaat/view?usp=sharing
Official Partner – Malaysian Law Students’ Network (MLSN)
The Malaysian Law Students’ Network (MLSN) is a leading student organization connecting law students across Malaysia. As the Official Partner of IJWC 2025, MLSN plays a vital role in promoting global collaboration and legal education through its wide network of aspiring legal professionals.
Stay Connected
For queries or updates, reach out to us at:
📧 recordoflaw@gmail.com
🌐 www.recordoflaw.in
📱 Instagram & LinkedIn: @recordoflaw
Step into the judge’s chair — analyze, reason, and deliver justice.
Join IJWC 2025 and make your judgment heard across borders! ⚖️🌍
