Nelson Mandela International Negotiations Competition Overview

The purpose of the annual NBLSA Nelson Mandela International Negotiations Competition is to hone vital negotiation skills. Competition problems are selected in an effort to illuminate issues affecting the globe. Negotiating these cross-border transactions and disputes helps prepare students for negotiation in their future careers.

Students will have the opportunity to receive constructive feedback from legal practitioners while interacting with other students that may have a different negotiating style. This competition helps law students become aware of and experience the unique aspects of international legal negotiations including various ethical and social norms, a broad spectrum of business practices, and the difficulty of cross-cultural communication.

The competition will take place March 10-16 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Eligibility

In order to compete in NBLSA advocacy competitions, team member must:

1. Satisfied all membership requirements of their local NBLSA chapter; and

2. Be in good academic standing with their respective law schools.

NOTE: Pre-law students need only be NBLSA dues-paying members, the above eligibility requirements only apply to law students.  

Registration Documents

Please note that all teams must submit a completed registration packet to inc@nblsa.org. The Chapter Leader of Support is a requirement for all competitors. Please refer to the NMINC Rules for additional information on the required documentation. 

Rules and Additional Info 

Chapter Letter.pdf