About Me
Name
René Figueredo Corrales
Prior Education
Universidad Nacional de Asunción (abogado, 2015; notario y escribano público, 2018)
Before Ann Arbor
I lived in Asunción, the capital city of Paraguay. In high school, I was an exchange student in Reggio Calabria, Italy.
My Dream Job
Becoming a Member of the International Court of Justice!
Before My LLM Year
I worked at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Paraguay for almost ten years. I started as an intern, was appointed legal officer, and then joined the Diplomatic and Consular Service of Paraguay.
My Time at Michigan Law
My Favorite Class
International Law. It is a foundational course that walks you through the essential aspects of international law in a comprehensive way. If you are interested in pursuing a career in this field, I recommend this course, especially with Professor Ratner.
The Best Things About Ann Arbor
Despite not being a big city, there are plenty of places to go and activities to do. I can go to bars, restaurants, museums, movie theaters, parks, and more.
Why I Chose Michigan Law
It offers an intellectually stimulating environment within a close-knit community. It has a wonderful curriculum in international and comparative law and opens up incredible opportunities. Another benefit is that the LLM class is small, which makes it possible to connect with the entire class and the JDs meaningfully, as the two programs share classes.
When I’m Not Studying
I am listening to music, playing ping-pong, or watching a movie at the theater.
The Best Thing About Michigan Law
The people (and I promise it’s not a cliché). People are very welcoming from day one, and you get to meet folks from all over the U.S. and the world around the Law Quad! Faculty members are also super friendly. They are always eager to talk to students to discuss about anything in their offices, in Hutchins Hall’s inner courtyard, in a café—you name it.
Fun Stuff
Extracurricular Activities
International Law Society, Michigan Journal of International Law, Michigan team member for the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition.
Favorite Book
The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco
Favorite Movie
The Empire Strikes Back
Favorite Band
Pink Floyd
Favorite Beverage
Coca-Cola
Favorite Food From Home
Asado (traditional grilled meat across some countries in Latin America, including Paraguay).
Favorite food in the United States
Breakfast combo at Angelo’s, traditional beef ramen at Lan City Noodle Bar.
Favorite item at the Law School’s Kirkland & Ellis Cafe
Two-way Reuben and coffee (consumed separately).