Welcome to the Institute of Law & Economics

The Institute of Law & Economics (ILE) began with the recognition of the need to bridge the intellectual gap between the legal and economic professions. In 1998, activities to bridge this gap started with the provision of tutorial guidance for students doing the LLB degree by distance learning with the University of London and the University of Wolverhampton. Formally registered in 1999, ILE soon became agents for Holborn College, the UK’s oldest and most established independent college.

Activities to further bridge the law/economics intellectual gap led to the organisation of the ILE Forum where research, dialogue and publication of critical thought on legal, economic and other social issues are fostered and enhanced. In 2001, the ILE embarked on a new challenge when it became the local agent for Turner Broadcasting System Latin America Inc. ILE has also engaged in a number of research activities and public education activities, particularly in trade. In doing so, international and local alliances have been forged. Most recent is our alliance with the University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech).