Webinar Series Fundamental Rights
Protecting the Freedom of Expression in the Online Environment
Bridging Defence and Regulation
Competition Law in the Context of European Security
Fraud and Corruption, Money Laundering, Cryptoassets, Asset Recovery and Confiscation, EPPO, AMLA, Sanctions, Tech, Compliance
Annual Conference on White-Collar Crime in the EU
Insights from Recent ECtHR Case Law
Protecting Family Life and Children’s Rights
Welcome to ERA, the Academy of European Law!
Are you a legal professional? A judge? A lawyer? A prosecutor? A civil servant? Would you like to improve your knowledge of European law? We can help. Our dynamic, high-quality training and Europe-wide networking opportunities will equip you with the knowledge and expertise to navigate every area of European law.
Upcoming Events
Annual Conference on EU Financial Market Regulation and Supervision 2025
- Legislative simplification
- Savings and Investments Union
- Centralisation and Supervision
Save the Dates. Explore our event highlights.
ANNUAL PROGRAMME 2026
Find out what 2026 holds at ERA. Our forthcoming programme offers an expertly curated selection of conferences, seminars and e-learning opportunities designed to support legal practitioners throughout Europe.
With a focus on key developments in areas such as criminal law, environmental law, family law, human rights, financial regulation and digital markets, our events are delivered through a range of flexible formats to accommodate various professional schedules. Whether you choose to join us online, at our conference centre in Trier or at one of our many locations across Europe, we warmly invite you to explore the full programme and save the dates in your calendar.
ERA IN YOUR WORDS
Judges like pragmatic arguments, and they like smart arguments. With programmes like ERA’s Young European Lawyers Academy, you get precisely that.
It is important to understand the interactions between national law and EU law which can be quite multifaceted and complex.
What I found truly inspiring at ERA was the opportunity to learn directly from top-level experts and policymakers shaping EU IP law. Their insights and experiences greatly enrich participants’ understanding and offer a privileged perspective on the latest developments in EU law and policy.
It is always a great pleasure to take part in the ERA events, engaging with talented participants, and contributing to discussions that bridge theory and practice in intellectual property law. ERA plays a vital role in fostering professional growth and cross-border dialogue among legal experts across Europe.
I would like to thank all the ERA patrons, the European Union and the German Land of Rhineland Palatinate for supporting this unique and truly European institute.
…I look forward to supporting ERA in my new role as First Vice-President of the European Parliament.
Along with my colleagues Adriana de Buerba and Iris Goldner Lang, I would like to thank the ERA trustees for electing us to chair the Board for the term of office 2024-2027.
Our Projects
Young European Lawyers Academy
#Digitalisation and #AI
EU Gender Equality Law
EU Anti-Discrimination Law
Cooperation with national judges in the field of environmental law
Our LEarning Resources
Looking for practical and reliable EU law training materials?
Explore ERA’s collection of free multilingual resources — including e-learning modules, podcasts, case studies and more — designed for legal professionals in a variety of working settings. Developed with leading judicial training institutes, bar associations and academic partners, and co-funded by the European Commission, these learning contents offer immediate relevance for your work and can be accessed flexibly, at your own pace.
Patrons and Boards
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The ERA Foundation provides the Academy with its institutional backbone. Our patrons and board members include members of the judiciary, practising lawyers, EU civil servants and academics, and represent decades of expertise from across Europe’s legal community. They all play an essential part in ensuring that ERA delivers excellence in legal training.
Join OUR Team
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At ERA, we believe in sharing knowledge, building professional connections, and supporting those who apply European law in practice. Whether it’s personal responsibility, diverse development opportunities or genuine team spirit – with us, you will not only work for Europe, but also with Europe in a purposeful setting.
Find out more about our working culture and job opportunities
Friends of ERA
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The Friends of ERA is a Europe-wide network of individuals and organisations committed to supporting the mission and work of our Academy. The association supports key ERA initiatives including the scholarship programme, the Young European Lawyers Contest and projects in countries on the path to EU accession.
Insights
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News & Press Releases
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European Forum of the Legal Professions 2025 Highlights the Need for Constant Vigilance
The fourth Annual Conference of the EUFLP gathered over 500 participants online and onsite in Brussels to discuss the role of the legal professions in safeguarding democratic values.
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Governing Board Charts Strategic Path for ERA at November Meeting
ERA’s Governing Board met in Trier under the leadership of Jean-Claude Juncker to approve the 2026 Action Plan and confirm key appointments shaping ERA’s future.
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Autumn Travels for ERA´s Management Board: strengthening international cooperation through visits and partnerships
Meetings in Chisinau, Barcelona, Vienna, and Bordeaux focused on judicial training, the rule of law, and future cooperation