International Law Resources for Judges
The international law resources described below provide judges and other legal professionals with analysis, documents, and other source material for understanding and using international law in domestic courts as well as timely rule of law information.
i.lex: Legal Research System for International Law in US Courts
A public online database of select US court cases and other legal materials, i.lex is designed to serve as a practical resource for judges, other legal professionals, and scholars in identifying and understanding how international law in its many forms is interpreted and applied by courts in the United States at both the federal and state level. i.lex may be accessed online.
International Judicial Monitor
Published by ASIL and the International Judicial Academy, this online international law resource offers practical information, analysis, and tools for judges, justice sector professionals, and the rule of law community of practice around the world. Each issue features: Justice in Profile, International Tribunal Spotlight, Significant Judicial Developments, Global Judicial Dialogue, General Principles of International Law, Justice Sector Assessment, and more. View the Monitor
International Law Handbook for Judges
At a time when questions of international law are arising with increasing frequency in US federal and state courts, this overview of international law is intended to serve as both a reference tool for using treaties and customary international law in a court of law as well understanding selected topics of international law such as international trade and investment, human rights, environmental law, and refugee protections. Complimentary copies are made available upon request. More Information