The Oral History Project of the World Trading System
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Article
Date
8-24-2026
Description
Georgetown Law has been fortunate to have so many pathbreaking professors teaching, researching, and writing here. For those in the international trade arena, none stands taller than Professor John H. Jackson, who came to Georgetown in 1998 after a storied teaching career at the University of Michigan and immediately set to work with his singular ability to bring together scholars, students, government officials, and practitioners to examine the trade challenges of the day from every angle—always looking to develop innovative ideas and practical solutions.
Immediately upon arrival at Georgetown, Professor Jackson created the Institute of International Economic Law (IIEL)—one of the world’s premier centers for interdisciplinary, international, nonpartisan analysis and research on global developments in trade policy, international tax, monetary affairs, financial regulation, and international investment law. He ensured that Georgetown Law served as the host institution and played a lead editorial role for the Journal of International Economic Law (JIEL, Oxford University Press), building it into one of the most highly cited and well-regarded international law journals in the world.
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Hillman, Jennifer A., "Introduction to the Oral History Project of the World Trading System: The Story of John H. Jackson and His Unique Role" (2026). The Oral History Project of the World Trading System. 17.
https://scholarship.law.georgetown.edu/iiel_ohp/17
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