Student Organizations

Explore all that Emory Law has to offer with virtual events featuring faculty, students, alumni, and more. The full schedule is available and includes multiple opportunities to connect with members of many of our student organizations:

March

ongoing through March 31

Virtual Student Org Fair

12:00 p.m.

Join many of Emory Law’s 60+ student organizations and practice societies to learn more about how you can engage in your 1L year. Student organization leaders and bar preparation representatives will host breakout rooms for you to learn more about their members, activities, and bar preparation materials. A web page collecting all event details will be available on March 31; no advance registration is required for this event.

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Ongoing Through March 31

Upcoming Events

Association of International Law Students (AILS)

The purpose of Association of International Law Students is to provide various support for all international law students at Emory Law. AILS serves international students' career needs and share international students' concerns. AILS helps build connections among students and acts as a liaison between international students and the school administration. Signature events include Coffee Talk with Professionals and Non-OCI Job Hunting Panel.

“To me, one of the most important things when choosing a law school was a sense of community. Emory Law, specifically through AILS, has provided me with exactly that. AILS is a welcoming community that has helped me thrive as a law student. AILS organizes events for students to connect and explore prospective scholarship, employment, and networking opportunities in the U.S. and worldwide. Through AILS, I have befriended amazing people. I'm thrilled to continue this tradition and help the next generation of our AILS family! If you have any questions about AILS or Emory Law, feel free to contact me at hkhuong@emory.edu."
Ha Khuong 22L,
President, Association for International Law Students

Events

A Conversation with AILS
Friday, April 1 @ 5:30 p.m.
Talk with current members in a live webinar.
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Asian Pacific American Law Students Association (APALSA)

The Asian Pacific American Law Students Association(APALSA) provides educational programs on traditional and alternative legal careers, helps students explore employment and networking opportunities within the legal community in Georgia and throughout the United States, and plans social networking/programming and community-building for the Emory Law community.

“APALSA has an incredible community, where I’ve met some of my best friends. Moving to a new state and being a first-generation law student was scary, but APALSA’s members and resources supported me through student and attorney panels, on and offline social activities, mock interviews, and many other events. Because of it, I couldn’t be happier with my choice of Emory Law.”

Julie Sher 21L,
President, Asian Pacific American Law Students Association

Events

A Conversation with APALSA
Friday, April 2 @ 2:00 p.m.
Talk with current members in a live webinar.
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Black Law Student Association (BLSA)

Emory Law’s Black Law Students Associationis a charter of the National Black Law Students Association. Our organization takes pride in our community service efforts, academic and professional engagement, and fostering a community that uplifts and promotes the success of Black students at Emory Law. We were nationally recognized as regional Chapter of the Year in 2020, 2018, and many previous years. Our competitive Moot Court and Mock Trial teams have also received Best Brief, Top Oralist, and Best All Around awards. We enjoy promoting excellence and creating a family environment within our membership.

“I chose Emory Law primarily out of desire to be a part of Emory Law BLSA. I knew that law school would be difficult, and I wanted to have a support system within my educational institution that would help me succeed. Once arriving at Emory, the family environment within BLSA excited me a lot! Moving to Atlanta was a big step for me and for many other BLSA students, so it has been great to join this community and have support while we are physically away from our families. I also enjoy the opportunities, challenges, and consistent encouragement that I know I can look forward to within this organization. BLSA continues to grow each year. If there is something you think would improve BLSA, we always welcomeideas and new developments. It is part of what makes this organization so great, and it is what makes its offerings unique to its membership each year! We hope that you will consider meeting with us during admitted students events as part of Explore Emory Law this March and April!”

Diamond Alexander 21L
President, Black Law Students Association

Events

A Conversation with BLSA
Friday, April 2 @ 1:00 p.m.
Talk with current members in a live webinar.
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Christian Legal Society (CLS)

The Christian Legal Societystrives to serve as a moral support group for the Emory Law School. It offers law students a place to distance themselves from the pressures of a legal education. It offers support and encouragement for students who become discouraged while offering a nonlegal avenue for students to voice their concerns and ideas. Students gain advice on how to live according to Scripture even in law school and the legal profession. Advice is also given regarding the day-to-day life in the law school, including advice on classes, professors, exams, and jobs. The Christian Legal Society is open to all lawschool students and welcomes members of other religious groups.

“From when I first started in law school, being a part of Emory Law’s Christian Legal Society has been one of my favorite experiences. Meeting peers and colleagues that shared the same faithas me in an organization that feels like a family made the transition to law school so much easier. CLS puts on wide-ranging events, from opportunities to hear from Emory Law’s Christian professors and network with Christian attorneys to weekly community gatherings and fun get-togethers. If you’re looking for community in law school, CLS is an incredible place to find it. I hope you’ll give our organization a look in the fall!!

Shawn Ren 22L
President, Christian Legal Society

Events

A Conversation with CLS
Friday, April 2 @ 12:00 p.m.
Talk with current members in a live webinar.
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Latin American Law Students Association (LALSA)

The Latin American Law Students Association(LALSA)is committed to the academic, social, and professionaldevelopment of its members and works to promoteHispanic/Latinx culture within the law school andsurrounding community

“What makes LALSA special is that it makes me feel secure, in that I know that I have people to turn to when I need help or general school advice. When I was considering the Transactional Law Certificate Program, I turned to LALSA for help. I was able to get in touch with a 2L in the program and he talked to me about his professors, the courses he was taking, and why he applied. Later that day I submitted my application to complete the certificate!"

Taylor Fay

“LALSA was the first organization that welcomed me over my admitted students weekend visit to Emory Law, and they left a great first impression. LALSA is a warm, friendly, and inclusive organization that gives Hispanic law students (even if only half-Hispanic like me!) an immediate place to begin building community."

Evan Nelson

Events

A Conversation with LALSA
Friday, March 30 @ 5:00 p.m.
Talk with current members in a live webinar.
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Muslim Law Students Association (MLSA)

The Muslim Law Students Association (MLSA) provides mentorship and a support system for Emory Law students as well as networking opportunities with Muslim attorneys, and organizes events aimed at shedding light on the various issues facing Muslims in America and around the world and promoting a greater understanding and appreciation of Islam.

“Welcome to Emory Law! Since day one, MLSA has provided me with a community that has allowed me to thrive here. As a 1L, I was very thankful for the guidance, resources, and support given to me by MLSA upperclassmen, and I strive to make sure I give back to the incoming 1Ls in the same way. MLSA has always provided a warm and welcoming safe space, and, most importantly, it has introduced me to friends that have deeply enriched my law school experience.MLSA strengthens the spiritual and social bonds of the Muslim community at Emory Law and advocates on its behalf, while also building solidarity with other affinity organizations. I am excited to welcome our next cadre of MLSA members and future lawyers! If you have any questions about Emory Law, law school in general, or MLSA, please feel free to reach out to me at ssaboun@emory.edu."

Sameer Saboungi 21L
President, Muslim Law Students Association

Events

A Conversation with MLSA
Thursday, April 1 @ 4:15 p.m.
Talk with current members in a live webinar.
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OUTLaw

Emory OUTLaw is Emory Law’s LGBT student organization that prides itself on community. Although the group is focused on queer fellowship, allies are welcome to join! OUTLaw strives to provide members the chance to socialize, network, and learn about LGBT legal issues through various academic and social events. To ensure students succeed in school and in the legal field, OUTLaw provides mentorship programs with 2Ls, 3Ls, and practicing LGBT attorneys in the Atlanta area.

“Congratulations on beginning your journeyat Emory Law. OUTLaw is the LGBTQ+ student affinity organization on campus. We are proud to provide social events, networking and volunteer opportunities, and educational programs, targeted towards and created for the LGBTQ+ community. Personally, OUTLaw has offered me a community where I truly feel at home while it has also presented me with opportunities for professional development and the chance to assist in my community. I hope you will join OUTLaw and help to grow the queer community here at Emory Law. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me through email at csophyc@emory.edu."

Caitlin Sophy-Croley 22L
President, OUTLaw

Events

A Conversation with OUTLaw
Friday, April 2 @ 3:00 p.m.
Talk with current members in a live webinar.
Register >>