Student Organizations

Access to 10 academic journals and more than 70 student organizations, from social clubs to legal aid groups, ensures that students explore the world outside law school and expand their legal experiences while leading well-rounded lives.

All rooms are in Slaughter Hall. Email corrections and updates to @email. The descriptions below are provided by student organizations.

Advocates for Life at Virginia Law (AFL) 

AFL brings together law students eager to protect the fundamental right to life, and fosters balanced and open discussion about the issue in the legal community. AFL educates and trains law students about the jurisprudence of a pro-life ethic, the attacks on the right to life and the best strategies to protect women and children from abortion and the vulnerable from embryo-destructive research, assisted suicide and euthanasia. By building a culture of courage and support among pro-life law students and lawyers, AFL promotes a legal environment that values and upholds the dignity of human life.

Agape Christian Fellowship for All 

Agape is a Christian legal fellowship that seeks to uphold the two greatest commandments: to love God and to love others. Agape is an affirming and inclusive community, paying particular attention to those who have been traditionally marginalized by American Christian culture. Members are committed to growing together in their faith as they seek to be better Christians, friends, community members, and law students. Agape welcomes students of all backgrounds, identities, and beliefs who seek to explore their Christian faith and grow deeper in spirit and love.

American Constitution Society 

The American Constitution Society for Law and Policy (ACS) is the nation’s leading progressive legal organization. ACS believes that the Constitution stands for equality and justice, and that the law can and should be a force for improving the lives of all people. ACS at UVA Law works to support a strong community of progressive law students through speaker series, scholarly and professional development, advocacy, and community events.

Antitrust Law Forum 

The Antitrust Law Forum brings together students across the Law School with academic and professional interests in antitrust and related fields. ALF offers the Law School community a forum to discuss antitrust issues, raises awareness of antitrust opportunities, and brings antitrust speakers and practitioners to Grounds.

Asian Pacific American Law Students Association (APALSA) 

APALSA provides an academic and social network for the Asian American law students at UVA; promotes the welfare of its members through educational, professional, cultural and social programs; and reaches out to the Law School community on local and national issues pertaining to Asian Americans. Room SL192D.

  • Asian Pacific American Law Students Association (APALSA) President: Diann Moon

Barristers United 

Barristers United organizes recreational pick-up soccer games and represents UVA Law in the Soccer Organization of Charlottesville-Albemarle (SOCA). The club consists of law students and professors of all skill levels. In addition to organizing weekly pickup sessions, which are open to all law students and professors, Barristers has taken home the championship in each of their last several SOCA unrestricted league seasons. Members also attend UVA soccer games and host watch events for professional club and international matches. Barristers is soccer’s home at the Law School with the goal of building relationships and offering something for the casual fan and the competitive player.

Black Law Students Association (BLSA) 

BLSA represents the views of black students at the School of Law; promotes the welfare of its members through educational, professional, cultural and social programs; and provides a forum for the discussion of local and national issues affecting both the Black law student community and the University community as a whole. For more information, visit www.uvablsa.org. Room SL192A

  • Black Law Students Association (BLSA) President: Maya Connor

Child Advocacy Research and Education 

CARE brings together students interested in taking a legal approach to issues affecting children, including education, juvenile justice, domestic violence, foster care, and immigration. Through partnerships with faculty, local and national children’s law and advocacy organizations, and child advocates, CARE members learn about (and participate in) direct representation of children and broader systemic change through policy research and advocacy. CARE also spearheads the Street Law program, in which law students teach local grade school students about substantive legal issues. The program introduces students to the law and legal profession, educates them about their rights and responsibilities, and encourages a connection between UVA Law and the local community.

  • Child Advocacy Research and Education (CARE) President: Keely Ausburn

Common Law Grounds 

Common Law Grounds is a student-faculty group whose mission is to encourage discussion and debate among students and faculty across the ideological spectrum with the goal of identifying and articulating areas of agreement about core values and practices; isolating points of substantive disagreement while also looking for common ground; and fostering a culture of open and civil dialogue about legal and political issues. The group pursues these goals not under the naive impression that compromise on important questions of policy is always possible or even desirable. Rather, members do so out of a conviction that for a constitutional democracy to survive and thrive, citizens — especially lawyer-citizens — must remain as attuned to what they have in common as they are to what divides them.

Domestic Violence Project (DVP) 

The Domestic Violence Project is a law student pro bono, education, and awareness project. DVP addresses the problem of domestic violence both directly (through pro bono service) and indirectly (through educational efforts to raise awareness and understanding of the issue). DVP educates the Law School community about issues of domestic and intimate partner violence through speakers, discussion panels, films and other events. DVP volunteers assist the Commonwealth's Attorney Offices of Charlottesville, Albemarle, and Nelson in their prosecution of domestic violence cases by conducting evidence review through the Commonwealth's Attorney's Project (CAP). In addition, DVP participants volunteer with local non-profits and community organizations throughout Charlottesville.

Extramural Moot Court 

The Extramural Moot Court team is the official Moot Court Team of the University of Virginia School of Law.  The team competes in a variety of moot court competitions across the country in subjects like constitutional law, national security law, labor and employment, criminal procedure, family law, sports law and intellectual property. As a member of the team, you will strengthen your leadership, brief writing and oral advocacy skills.  

Federalist Society 

The Federalist Society for Law and Public Policy Studies promotes awareness and application of the following principles: that the state exists to preserve freedom, that the separation of governmental powers is central to the U.S. Constitution and that it is the duty of the judiciary to say what the law is, not what it should be. Room SL192B

Florida Law Association (FLA) 

The Florida Law Association (FLA) is a student organization dedicated to supporting University of Virginia School of Law students with professional, academic, or personal ties to the state of Florida, as well as those interested in practicing in the Florida legal market. FLA seeks to foster a strong community among its members while facilitating meaningful engagement with Florida-based practitioners and alumni. Through networking events, career programming, and mentorship opportunities, FLA aims to equip students with the resources and support needed to successfully pursue legal careers in Florida. 

Graduate Law Students Association 

GLSA is the representative body for all LL.M. and S.J.D. candidates and exchange students. It organizes social functions for its members and represents their interests with the faculty and administration. 

  • Graduate Law Students Association (GLSA) President: Eric Nakahara

Health Law Association 

The Health Law Association is open to all law, LL.M., medical, graduate and undergraduate students. Its purposes are to explain what health law is, to give students a better view of the different areas of health law, to introduce types of available classes and to promote a healthy environment. The group sponsors many speakers and seminars in the health law field throughout the year and organizes social activities with medical and other graduate students. Association members also participate in pro bono activities with the UVA Medical Center.

If/When/How: Lawyering for Reproductive Justice at UVA Law 

If/When/How is a pro-choice, pro-information student organization that educates, organizes and supports law students to ensure that a new generation of advocates will be prepared to protect and expand reproductive rights as basic civil and human rights. It is the organization’s position that reproductive justice will exist when all people can exercise the rights and access the resources they need to thrive and to decide if, when and how to create and sustain their families with dignity and free from discrimination, coercion or violence.

Immigration Law Society 

The Immigration Law Society (ILS) provides a community for students to interact and prepare for a career in immigration law together. As part of its mission, ILS connects students with career development resources, pro bono projects, and advocacy opportunities related to the field of immigration law.

Intellectual Property Law Society (IPLS)

Formerly the Patent Law Society. The Intellectual Property Law Society (IPLS) at UVA Law seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the law of intellectual property, including copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and patents. Intellectual property rights have been an integral part of American society for over two centuries, but many people have either never heard of them or fail to understand their importance in daily life. In addition to informing others of the historical significance of the law of intellectual property, IPLS seeks to provide information on (i) the legal doctrine of intellectual property law, (ii) being a practitioner in the discipline, and (ii) how to find a job in IP law following law school.

International Tax Practicum/Moot Court 

The International and European Tax Moot Court Team at UVA competes in an annual international tax competition in Belgium. Throughout the year, members prepare both an oral and written advocacy component. The team also emphasizes education and skills development. In the fall semester especially, the team focuses on honing advocacy skills, learning how to write and cite briefs for a European audience, and learning basic skills regarding tax treaties.

International Refugee Assistance Project 

The International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) is a global legal aid and advocacy organization working to create a world where refugees and all people seeking safety are empowered to claim their right to freedom of movement and a path to lasting refuge. Since its founding in 2008, IRAP has provided free legal aid to over 40,000 displaced people from over 100 different countries and has trained over 6,000 law students and lawyers in the process. UVA Law is one of IRAP’s 26 student chapters across the United States and Canada, and it won “Best New Chapter” in 2019 at the annual IRAP Student Summit.

  • International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) President: Amelia Pearson

JD/MBA Society 

The JD/MBA Society serves as a focal point for communication between JD/MBA students and the law and business school administrations, as well as the faculty, student body, alumni and prospective students of the schools. The organization promotes the exchange of information and advice among JD/MBAs; improves the functioning of the JD/MBA program; and sponsors events and activities that promote interaction among the law and business school communities. The JD/MBA Society welcomes all students.

Jewish Law Students Association (JLSA) 

JLSA provides cultural, educational and social programming for Jewish law students, and serves as a resource for the rest of the Law School. Room SL156D

  • Jewish Law Students Association (JLSA) President: Sam Koeppel

John Bassett Moore Society of International Law (J.B. Moore)  

The John Basset Moore Society of International Law (J.B. Moore Society) is dedicated to furthering the study of international law at the University of Virginia, providing a forum for law students with an interest in international affairs to meet and discuss issues in international law, and sponsoring social and academic events that further these goals. Room SL192B

Korean American Law Student Association (KALSA) 

KALSA serves as a community space organized to represent the views of Korean American students at the University of Virginia School of Law; promote the welfare of its members through educational, professional, cultural and social programs; and provide a discussion forum for Korean American law students.

  • Korean American Law Student Association (KALSA) President: Joyce Park

Lambda Law Alliance 

Lambda Law Alliance provides a network for members of the LGBTQ+ community at the Law School, as well as their families and allies. The organization focuses on three main areas: professional development, advocacy, and community engagement. To that end, Lambda connects students with queer attorneys in public and private practices; promotes advocacy and pro bono opportunities; and helps to form queer friendship and allyship across class years. In addition, Lambda seeks to highlight legal issues relevant to the community at the Law School, in Charlottesville, and in Virginia more broadly.

Latin American Law Organization (LALO) 

LALO is an inclusive student group that provides a sense of community and unites Latin American/Hispanic law students. The organization is founded on principles of social, ethnic, racial, gender and sexual equality, which informs members’ commitment to highlighting and addressing legal issues affecting the Latin American/Hispanic community nationally and internationally. LALO strives to be a center for student resources, dialogue and action to advance Latin American academic and professional success. In addition to sociocultural programming, LALO maintains a strong commitment to community service through its sponsorship of the Migrant Farmworker Project and ad hoc volunteering opportunities in Virginia, including detention center visits. The organization aspires to inform, excite and empower generations of Latin American/Hispanic law students so that they may be responsive to the legal needs of the communities that surround them.

Law Christian Fellowship (LCF)  

LCF is a nondenominational Christian fellowship dedicated to understanding the person and claims of Jesus Christ. LCF remains uniquely committed to presenting Christianity to the Law School and the surrounding Charlottesville community through fellowship, service, and outreach. Room SL158A.

Law, Innovation, Security & Technology (LIST)  

LIST focuses on the novel legal, policy and business problems caused by the recent proliferation of emerging technologies. It educates students about issues in the area; prepares them with practical skills and experience to enter the legal workforce; connects them to a network of mentors, experts and resources; and collaborates with the policy, business and technology communities. Recent areas of focus have included cybercrime, net neutrality and autonomous vehicles, among others.

Legal Advisory Workshops for Undergraduate Students (LAW for US) 

LAW for US is a mentorship and community-building organization that connects UVA Law students with pre-law students across UVA, including undergraduates and students from other graduate programs. The organization is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment while building long-term connections within UVA and the broader legal community. At the core of LAW for US is its annual Mentorship Program (typically held in the early fall), which pairs pre-law students with current UVA Law students. Through these relationships, mentors provide guidance on LSAT preparation, the law school application process, letters of recommendation, course selection and navigating legal career pathways. By connecting mentees with students who have recently gone through the process, the program offers practical, experience-based support. In addition to one-on-one mentorship, LAW for US hosts a range of programming throughout the year, including mentorship mixers, panels, and collaborative events with other student organizations.

For more information about the Mentorship Program or to get involved, please contact us at @email.

Legal Research Forum 

The Legal Research Forum is a student-run organization committed to supporting law students in their research endeavors and fostering a spirit of intellectual curiosity. Their mission is to provide a platform where students can engage in meaningful and in-depth exploration of legal issues, contributing to the body of legal knowledge and the broader academic discourse. The Forum's work focuses on four key areas: research workshops, guest speakers and panels, research support, and publication and dissemination.

The Libel Show 

The Libel Show is an annual theatrical production which has been humoring the Law School since 1908 (making it the longest-running student organization on campus). Each year the show lampoons professors and life at the Law School through a variety of impersonations, song parodies and skits. The Libel Show's mission is to do everything within its power to help the Law School community enjoy raucous laughter. Most of the show’s work takes place in the spring semester. About 200 students write, sing, act, dance and work as run crew on the show. All law students are welcome, regardless of whether they have experience in theater. Room SL192D

Lone Star Lawyers 

Lone Star Lawyers works to create a network for students interested in the Texas legal market by connecting them with employers, alumni and fellow students working in the state. LSL helps students find employment opportunities in Texas and provide a social atmosphere for students interested in Texas and alumni working in Texas to interact.

Middle Eastern and North African Law Student Association (MENA)  

MENA seeks to create a community of people with Middle Eastern and North African descent at UVA’s Law School. Members have the opportunity to engage with one another in professional and legal settings while also providing a forum to connect around culture and heritage.

  • Middle Eastern and North African Law Student Association (MENA) President: Sydney ElDeiry

Midwestern Wahoos 

Midwestern Wahoos is an organization for students who are from the Midwest, are interested in practicing in the Midwest, or both. The purpose of the group is part social: connecting students from the Midwest; and part career-oriented: connecting and networking with employers across the Midwest. All students are welcome. The largest market Midwestern Wahoos serves is Chicago, but members are interested in markets across the Midwest, including Minneapolis, Columbus, Kansas City and more. Wherever members are interested in, the organization is happy to act as the intermediary for networking in those markets.

Mock Trial at UVA Law 

The Mock Trial Association is the official Mock Trial Team at the University of Virginia School of Law. Mock Trial provides an opportunity for law students to hone their trial advocacy skills, receive training from skilled attorneys, and represent the School of Law in nationwide mock trial competitions. 

Muslim Law Students Association (MLSA) 

Muslim Law Students Association (MLSA) - MLSA provides religious, educational, and social programming to foster a sense of community at the Law School for Muslim students (of all sects and levels of faith) while aiming to increase awareness of the legal issues pertinent to Muslims in America and abroad.

National Lawyers Guild 

NLG seeks to unite the lawyers, law students, legal workers and jailhouse lawyers to function as an effective force in the service of the people, to the end that human rights shall be regarded as more sacred than property interests. NLG at UVA Law seeks to support marginalized voices at the Law School and the larger Charlottesville community. The organization aims to bring together all those who recognize the importance of safeguarding and extending the rights of workers, women, farmers, people with disabilities and people of color, upon whom the welfare of the entire nation depends; who seek actively to eliminate racism; who work to maintain and protect civil rights and liberties in the face of persistent attacks upon them; and who look upon the law as an instrument for the protection of the people, rather than for their repression.

National Security Law Forum 

The student-led National Security Law Forum connects UVA law students with national security law and broader government issues by hosting distinguished speakers, educating students about career opportunities and facilitating student work on national security problems during law school. The forum seeks to produce the next generation of national security law leaders by engaging the school's outstanding faculty, alumni network and connections with the national security community.

North Grounds Softball League (NGSL) 

NGSL runs softball at the Law School and is responsible for organizing a tournament in the spring, the NGSL Softball Invitational at UVA Law. In the 2024-25 school year, the 42nd Annual Softball Invitational welcomed 80-plus teams from more than 40 schools nationwide and raised $45,000 for ReadyKids, a local nonprofit providing the Charlottesville area with counseling, family support and early learning opportunities for disadvantaged children. Room SL158B; www.ngsl.com

  • North Grounds Softball League (NGSL) Head Commissioner: Colleen Sullivan

North Grounds Track Club (NGTC) 

North Grounds Track Club is the law school’s running club. NGTC welcomes runners of all backgrounds and experience to join members in creating a lifelong relationship with fitness and wellness for law students. The organization offers weekly light runs, speed work and long runs, and has two dedicated workout coordinators who tailor training plans to students’ running goals. NGTC hosts cooking classes and pasta dinners, and works to foster an inclusive running community at the Law School.  

Outdoors at VA Law (OVAL) 

Outdoors at Virginia Law is committed to enhancing the law school experience by organizing local outdoor excursions such as nature walks, hikes, caving, rafting, climbing, skiing and snowshoeing. OVAL aims to help students achieve a balanced approach to life and the study of law.

Older Wiser Law Students (OWLS) 

The OWLS at UVA strive to enhance the experience of nontraditional law students by organizing social events, facilitating mentorship, arranging networking opportunities, and holding other events that uniquely benefit members. While OWLS’ core focus is students who come to UVA Law with professional/life experience between undergrad and law school, the organization is open to all. Old souls, friends, spouses, partners and significant others are welcome as OWLS.

Peer Advisors 

The Peer Advisors (PAs) serve to help acclimate 1L and LL.M. students into life at the University of Virginia School of Law. The PAs are designed to function as a community-building space for 1Ls and LL.M.s from all backgrounds, and members of the organization will do so by providing mentorship, peer support, and guidance to the 1L and LL.M. class each year.

Philip C. Jessup International Moot Court Team 

Each year, law students compete in the Philip C. Jessup International Moot Court Competition, the largest moot court competition in the world, with over 100 countries and 500 law schools participating. The competition simulates a dispute before the International Court of Justice and participating students gain expertise in both public and private international law. Selection for the Jessup Team is based upon a formal tryout and an interview.

Plaintiffs’ Law Association at the University of Virginia (PLAVA) 

PLAVA’s mission is to prepare the next generation of advocates who may be interested in plaintiffs’ side litigation. PLAVA’s goals are to educate the Law School community on different varieties of plaintiffs’ side practices and to provide law students with recruiting opportunities from firms representing plaintiffs. PLAVA is committed to connecting current practitioners to the student body, and inquiries can be sent to the president’s email listed below.

  • Plaintiffs’ Law Association at the University of Virginia (PLAVA) President: Shreya Hurli

Public Interest Law Association (PILA)  

PILA promotes and supports public interest law among UVA students. PILA provides fellowships to students who accept volunteer or low-paying summer internships in public service, educates the Law School community about public interest law, and serves as a support network for students interested in the public sector. Room SL158D

Rex E. Lee Law Society (RELLS) 

RELLS is a community of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) and others who strive to incorporate a perspective of faith into the study and practice of law. The organization promotes high ethical and moral values, provides assistance and information to those interested in studying at UVA Law, and serves as a resource for the Law School community. RELLS is a chapter of the J. Reuben Clark Law Society.

Rivanna Investments 

Rivanna Investments (“Rivanna”) is an investment management organization run by students at the University of Virginia School of Law. The goal of Rivanna is to promote opportunities for UVA Law students to learn about financial concepts through educational activities and by managing a live investment portfolio. Rivanna was founded in 2010 with seed capital from the Law School Foundation. As of April 1, 2026, Rivanna manages a portfolio of U.S. and international equities totaling more than $400,000.

Rural Law Students Association (RLSA) 

The Rural Law Students Association at UVA provides a forum for students to discuss legal issues unique to rural areas; build a network for UVA law students interested in practicing in rural communities; and encourage students to undertake pro-bono and community service in legal deserts and rural areas. RLSA also provides a community for students from more rural areas who are adjusting to the law school environment and exploring career opportunities in unfamiliar landscapes.

South Asian Law Students Association (SALSA)

SALSA was established with the purpose of representing the views of South Asian and South Asian American students at the University of Virginia School of Law. SALSA aims to promote the welfare of its members through educational, professional, cultural and social programs. SALSA hopes to provide a forum for the discussion of issues affecting South Asian American law students and the University community as a whole. All are welcome to join and learn more about the South Asian community at UVA Law.

  • South Asian Law Students Association (SALSA) President: Sonia Singh

Southeastern Wahoos 

Southeastern Wahoos seeks to provide a space for students interested in the Southeast, both professionally and personally, to interact with employers, alumni, and fellow students. Southeastern Wahoos offers both career-oriented events aimed at helping students find job opportunities in the Southeast and social events with fellow students.

St. Thomas More Society 

The St. Thomas More Society is UVA’s Catholic outreach organization. The society provides spiritual and social support to the Catholic population of the Law School, and those interested in the Catholic faith; promotes the spiritual growth of members through catechesis, prayer and community service programs; and ensures that Catholic graduates of UVA are imbued with a knowledge of the law that is shaped and strengthened by the Catholic faith. Room SL158A

Student Legal Forum (SLF) 

Founded in 1947, the Student Legal Forum seeks to create a forum to stimulate education, debate and participation in important issues of general interest, including legal, political, economic and foreign affairs. In doing this, the Student Legal Forum attempts to introduce notable individuals to the Law School’s academic community. High-profile politicians, judges, actors, writers and activists have all delivered remarks at the student organization’s request, such as: Former President Harry S. Truman addressed the Law School after leaving office; future President John F. Kennedy spoke as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives (invited by his younger brother and Student Legal Forum member, Robert F. Kennedy ’51); Vice President Spiro T. Agnew, who was under investigation for corruption, spoke just months before his resignation; and others, such as director Oliver Stone and actress Whoopi Goldberg, spoke from their perspectives as entertainers and social commentators.

Virginia Animal Law Society (VALS) 

The Virginia Animal Law Society provides a forum for education, advocacy, and scholarship aimed at advancing the rights and welfare of animals. Throughout the year, VALS hosts speakers, panels and volunteering events at local animal sanctuaries. VALS welcomes anyone who cares about improving the rights and welfare of animals!

  • Virginia Law Animal Society (VALS) Co-President: Susie Williams
  • Virginia Law Animal Society (VALS) Co-President: Jake Ross

Virginia Disability Law Association (DLA) 

DLA is a welcoming and inclusive community for students of all abilities. DLA brings together students with disabilities, as well as those interested in disability law and advocacy, to learn, connect and support one another. The organization aims to engage members through events and educational opportunities focused on disability law, while also working to ensure the Law School is an accessible environment for all.

Virginia Employment and Labor Law Association (VELLA) 

VELLA educates the student body about the field of labor and employment law and provides a community for students interested in labor and employment paths. VELLA programming includes career development, alumni networking, and pro bono opportunities. This group is also responsible for LSAP, the Law Student Advocacy Project.

  • Virginia Employment and Labor Law Association (VELLA) President: Ethan Benson

Virginia Environmental Law Forum (VELF) 

VELF provides a forum for law students interested in environmental issues and incorporating sustainable practices into their daily lives and careers. Throughout the year, the organization hosts events on topics such as climate change, energy, land use, natural resources and environmental justice, featuring leading experts in these fields. VELF also provides a social sphere for pro bono work, networking and the occasional outing at a local Charlottesville establishment celebrating the planet’s continued survival. Room SL158C

Virginia International Arbitration Society (VIAS) 

VIAS is dedicated to promoting international arbitration at the University of Virginia by facilitating discussion about it among students, academics and practitioners, mainly through sponsoring events and workshops and competing in the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot (Vis Moot), the second-largest moot court competition in the world. VIAS provides professional, academic, and social support for students interested in international arbitration and dispute resolution. To that end, VIAS trains members to compete in the Vis Moot, connects them to a network of mentors, scholars and resources, and provides them with a platform to engage with cutting-edge issues in international arbitration.

  • Virginia International Arbitration Society (VIAS) President: Julian Heske, @email 

Virginia Law & Business Society 

Founded in 1981, the Virginia Law & Business Society is the oldest and largest student-run organization devoted exclusively to corporate law and business. The society sponsors a variety of academic, professional and social activities for students interested in careers in law and business.

Virginia Law Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Society (ECVC) 

ECVC is a dynamic student organization advancing knowledge and opportunities for those interested in pursuing the corporate/transactional side of practicing law. ECVC focuses on emerging companies, venture capital, M&A, and private equity through speaker series, networking events and hands-on learning experiences. ECVC’s signature annual Transactional Law Competition gives students practical exposure to deal-making scenarios, while its educational events and mentorship programs help build crucial skills for future business lawyers.

Virginia Law Families & Partners 

VLFP serves as an outlet to bring together UVA Law students and the partners, spouses and children who support them by fostering a welcoming community alongside the law school experience. VLFP hosts monthly community dinners, family-friendly activities, and informational events that bring together students, partners and children in a relaxed setting outside the classroom. VLFP also supports and promotes the interests of new parents on Grounds by serving as a resource through shared institutional knowledge, community connections and programming. Areas of particular focus include access to child care, medical resources and recreational opportunities, with special attention to affordability for those on a tighter budget. Additionally, VLFP works with the Law School’s admissions team to encourage prospective students with partners and families to apply to and attend UVA Law, while serving as a resource for applicants considering law school with family responsibilities (Room SL156b).

Virginia Law First-Generation Professionals 

Virginia Law First-Generation Professionals focuses on facilitating the transition and integration of first-generation college students, professional students, Americans, and students from low-income or working-class communities into UVA Law and the legal profession. Through programming aimed at addressing barriers that exist to advancement in the legal profession, the organization hopes to make the profession a more inclusive space for students of diverse backgrounds and let first-generation students know and feel that they are supported at UVA Law.

Virginia Law Democrats 

The University of Virginia Law Democrats encourages political discourse and learning about the political process, promotes student and community awareness of political issues, and actively works for the election of Democratic candidates to public office at the local, state, and federal levels.

Virginia Law Games and Recreation Society 

Formerly the Volleyball Club at UVA Law. The UVA Law Games and Recreation Society aims to build community through shared interests in sports and games.

Virginia Law Golf Society (VLGS) 

The Virginia Law Golf Society provides law students with an opportunity to build business and networking skills through the sport of golf. VLGS fosters a welcoming community where members can connect with peers while developing proficiency in a sport widely regarded as a valuable tool for professional networking. Open to all skill levels, the society offers a supportive environment for learning, improving and enjoying the game.

Virginia Law Market Forum  

The Virginia Law Market Forum is a peer-led discussion group where aspiring corporate attorneys come together to build their understanding of financial markets. Each meeting, we work through open-ended slides covering specific asset classes, using current trends as conversation starters where everyone's perspective is welcome. We conclude every session by connecting what we've discussed to our lives as future transactional lawyers and personal investors.

Virginia Law Prison Project (VLPP)

VLPP is dedicated to advocacy, scholarship, and community engagement regarding prison abolition and reform. The project is a space for students interested in public defense, civil rights work, and other criminal legal reform efforts to collaborate and learn together. VLPP sponsors speaking events, pro bono experiences, and educational opportunities on correctional practices for members and the general student body.

Virginia Law Republicans

The Virginia Law Republicans promote a welcoming environment for political discourse. The organization focuses on presenting conservative viewpoints at UVA, ensuring mutual respect for Republicans ideas, and supporting local, state and federal Republican candidates running for office.

Virginia Law Rod & Gun Club 

The Virginia Law Rod & Gun Club promotes the American traditions of fishing and target shooting. The club provides opportunities for participants to experience fun and educational outings to Virginia’s local fishing holes and shooting ranges. The club also teaches new members how to enjoy these hobbies safely and responsibly. Outdoor enthusiasts of all skill levels are welcome and encouraged to join.

Virginia Law Ski and Snowboard Society (VLSASS) 

The Virginia Law Ski and Snowboard Society brings together students to enjoy the camaraderie and excitement of skiing and snowboarding. VLSASS organizes local day trips, weekend getaways and longer excursions during winter and spring break, catering to everyone from beginners to seasoned skiers and snowboarders. Whether you’re looking to learn, improve your skills, or simply enjoy a fun winter activity with friends, VLSASS welcomes all levels of interest and experience.

  • Virginia Law Ski and Snowboard Society President: Maggie Grimm

Virginia Law Veterans (VLV)

VLV shares information about veterans’ benefits and issues; sponsors speakers on issues of concern to the veteran and military community; encourages public interest in, and pro bono work on, issues related to the welfare and interests of military personnel and veterans; identifies members of the Law School community who, based on previous military experience, can serve as information resources for anyone conducting research on national security or international law and policy issues; provides support to Law School admissions staff by encouraging military veterans and active-duty personnel to attend the Law School; and promotes social interaction between the diverse population of military and Coast Guard veterans, active-duty, National Guard and reserve personnel at the Law School. Membership is open to anyone with no requirement of any past or present tie to the military. Room SL192E

Virginia Law Weekly 

The Virginia Law Weekly has been the school’s weekly newspaper since 1948. The Weekly publishes news articles, editorials, professor research, interest pieces and humor. The Law Weekly accepts articles and submissions from all UVA Law students, faculty and alumni. Staff meet every Monday at 5:30 p.m. to edit the articles and all are welcome to join. Room SL277/279

Virginia Law Wine Society (VLWS) 

VLWS is a social and educational group that provides an outlet for students to build community and new relationships across the Law School and to develop a greater knowledge and appreciation of different varieties of wine, particularly those native to the central Virginia region. The society organizes visits to some of the dozens of wineries throughout Charlottesville and the neighboring counties, and invites speakers, including local winemakers and sommeliers, to Grounds to lead tastings, as well.

Virginia Law Women (VLW) 

VLW is primarily designed to support and promote women in their endeavors and to understand their unique challenges by providing forums for them to interact with faculty, administration and other students; providing opportunities to create social networks with their fellow members; and exposing members to women working in professional, legal capacities. For interested private-sector employers, please email: @email. For interested public-sector employers, please email: @email.  Room SL196D

Virginia Sports and Entertainment Law Society 

The Virginia Sports and Entertainment Law Society provides a network and educational forum for students dedicated to exploring the interface between sports, entertainment and the law. The organization hosts informative events featuring sports and entertainment law professionals, participates in national sports and entertainment law competitions, provides career networking and professional development opportunities for students, and promotes a setting to socialize and discuss relevant legal issues in sports and entertainment. All students who share a passion for sports, entertainment and the law are welcome to join.

West Coast Wahoos 

West Coast Wahoos connects law students interested in legal markets on the West Coast with alumni and fellow students working on the West Coast. WCW provides a support network to help students find and learn about job opportunities on the West Coast and social events with fellow students and alumni.

William Minor Lile Moot Court 

Honoring one of the oldest-running traditions at the Law School, the annual William Minor Lile Moot Court Tournament is UVA’s premier moot court competition. Second-year students compete in two-person teams, where they submit briefs and hone their oral argument skills in a competitive four-round tournament. The Lile Board is made of up second- and third-year students who run the competition and write the problem for each round. Students have the opportunity to argue in front of distinguished federal and state court judges in the semifinal and final rounds. Winners receive a cash prize and their names are inscribed on a plaque located outside the moot courtrooms in Slaughter Hall. Preliminary rounds are held in the fall of a student's 2L year, quarterfinals are held during 2L spring, and semifinal and final rounds are held during 3L fall.

Women of Color (WOC)

Women of Color provides social support to the diverse population of women at the Law School; promotes the welfare of its members through educational, professional, cultural, social and community service programs; and provides a forum for the discussion of issues affecting women of color in the Law School and the University community as a whole. Women of Color organizes service projects and fundraisers benefiting the University community and the greater Charlottesville-Albemarle community, social gatherings to promote fun and friendship, and open communication and involvement with the administration, professors, other student organizations and the undergraduate community. Room SL196D

Although these organizations have members who are University of Virginia students and may have University employees associated or engaged in their activities and affairs, these organizations are not a part of or agencies of the University. They are separate and independent organizations that are responsible for and manage their own activities and affairs. The University does not direct, supervise or control these organizations and is not responsible for the organizations' contracts, acts or omissions.

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