Dr. James Loftis

Instructor

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Biography

James Loftis has been an adjunct faculty member at Texas Law since 2009, focusing on international investment law, investor-state arbitration, and international commercial arbitration. He currently serves as the head of the International Dispute Resolution practice at Vinson & Elkins LLP, working in both their Houston and London offices. His expertise includes arbitration, litigation, and matters related to public international law. He represents clients in international cross-border litigation and governs arbitration disputes encompassing energy, infrastructure, and investment laws. Furthermore, Loftis is an active speaker on topics related to international arbitration and serves as the Vice-President of the London Court of International Arbitration. He is a member of the ICC Commission on Arbitration and has been recognized in multiple directories for his work in arbitration. He advises clients on complex disputes involving international treaties and is also the Chair of the Advisory Board for the Global Center for Energy, International Arbitration, and Environmental Law at the University of Texas School of Law.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Professor

— Present

The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Teaching international investment law, investor-state arbitration, and international commercial arbitration.

Head of International Dispute Resolution Practice

— Present

Vinson & Elkins LLP • Houston, TX

Oversees the firm's international dispute resolution practice focusing on arbitration and litigation.

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.