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Европейская академия теории права
This article deals with the objectives and the main areas of activity of the European Academy of Legal Theory. The authors point out at the challenges which the contemporary world put before the legal theory. They analyze the experience of the European Academy of Legal Theory in addressing these challenges. In particular, they touch upon the issue of innovative technologies and renewed priorities in teaching legal theory. The authors focus on the efforts of the Academy to lay down a framework for a united intellectual environment for those who teach theory of law and conduct their scientific research in this field. One of the characteristics of these efforts is the project AMELIE. Its objective is to introduce a united master program in legal theory where several big European universities will cooperate. In conclusion, the authors stress the necessity to reform the system of legal education in Russia and consider it appropriate to examine the positive experience of the European Academy of Legal Theory in this regard.