Cruz Marcelo & Tenefrancia (CMT) is pleased to announce that Senior Partner Pancho G. Umali has successfully completed his Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Trade Law from the International Training Centre of the International Labor Organization (ITCILO), offered in partnership with the University of Turin.
The prestigious one-year program is internationally recognized for its rigorous curriculum and global scope. Designed for lawyers and professionals engaged in cross-border commercial and regulatory matters, the LL.M. combines online coursework, a residential phase in Turin, and a comprehensive final essay, allowing students to deepen their understanding of the legal frameworks that govern global trade.
Through this program, Mr. Umali completed advanced studies in:
• International commercial contracts
•Cross-border dispute resolution mechanisms
•Intellectual property and technology transfer in global markets
•International arbitration and harmonization of trade laws
The program is delivered in collaboration with respected global institutions, including:
• UNIDROIT – International Institute for the Unification of Private Law
• UNCITRAL – United Nations Commission for International Trade Law
• IUSE – Istituto Universitario di Studi Europei
• International Labour Organization (ILO)
• World Trade Organization (WTO)
• International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)
This partnership structure provides participants with practical exposure to the development, interpretation, and application of international trade rules. Mr. Umali worked closely with international experts and practitioners, gaining valuable insights into the evolving regulatory environment affecting global trade systems.
Mr. Umali’s completion of the LL.M. program reinforces the firm’s commitment to continuous learning and professional excellence. His enhanced expertise will further strengthen CMT’s capabilities in international commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, project development, public-private partnerships, and cross-border dispute resolution.
Cruz Marcelo & Tenefrancia congratulates Mr. Pancho G. Umali on this remarkable accomplishment and looks forward to his continued contributions to the firm and its clients.
