Getting involved in Law Student Organizations (LSOs) at Santa Clara Law is about more than joining a group—it's about building lasting connections, honing practical skills, and enriching your legal education through shared purpose and values. Whether you're passionate about a specific area of law, public service, mentorship, or simply seeking community, our LSOs offer invaluable opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.
Explore our LSOs and discover how you, too, can be part of something meaningful during your time at Santa Clara Law.
These organizations welcome all Santa Clara Law students, irrespective of background, identity, or experience. Our University is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where students feel empowered to participate, contribute, and thrive. We actively promote equity and belonging by ensuring accessibility, encouraging open dialogue, and creating opportunities for all students to engage meaningfully in our programs, leadership, and initiatives.
Description:
Affinity LSO for non-traditional and experienced law students (that is law students with prior experience in other fields or who are coming to law school for the first time after a step away form school)
Main Contact:
Jennifer Moller (President) - jkoepke@scu.edu
Social Media:
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The American Constitution Society for Law and Policy (ACS) promotes the vitality of the U.S. Constitution and the fundamental values it expresses: individual rights and liberties, genuine equality, access to justice, democracy, and the rule of law. These abiding principles are reflected in the vision of the Constitution’s framers and in the wisdom of forward-looking leaders who have shaped our law throughout American history. As a result of their efforts, the Constitution has retained its authority and relevance for each new generation.
The American Constitution Society embraces the progress our nation has made toward full embodiment of the Constitution’s core values. ACS believes that law can and should be a force for improving the lives of all people. We are revitalizing and transforming legal and policy debates in classrooms, courtrooms, legislatures and the media, and we are building a diverse and dynamic network of people committed to justice.
The Santa Clara University School of Law chapter of the American Constitution Society aims to encourage debate and discussion with the purpose of promoting progressive law and policy in the United States.
Description of Organization:
The Art Law Society was launched in 2021 with the mission to facilitate conversations among art law students, practitioners, and artists by hosting a variety of lectures, networking events, and panel presentations. Our hope is to provide a forum at SCU Law for the discussion of a depth of art law topics. In addition, SCU’s Art Law Society takes the discussions outside of the classroom by organizing tours of local museums, galleries, and auction houses to immerse students in California’s vibrant art scene from San Francisco to San Jose. Art Law Society has made a name for itself in the area, bringing together Art Law organizations from all six Bay Area Law Schools to some of our annual events.
Mission Statement:
- Increase interest, awareness, and visibility of soft IP Law at Santa Clara. Specifically raise issues relating to licensing, privacy, patents, NFTs, copyright, fraud, and other similar legal issues relating to Fine Art.
- Expose students, and all others, to options relating to art in the law and legal professions.
- Build connections with soft IP Law networks in the Bay Area including those (primarily lawyers, alumni, and law students) in San Jose, Santa Clara County, San Mateo County, San Francisco County, and Oakland.
- Encourage and educate students to pursue an interest in art law, meaning law related to art or artists.
Social Media:
Instagram: @scuartlaw
Facebook: facebook.com/scuartlaw/
Mission Statement:
We, the Asian-Pacific American students at the Santa Clara University School of Law, in order to promote awareness to the faculty, staff, alumni, and students of the School of Law to our needs and objectives, in recognition of our members in the legal community and for the support of Asian-Pacific American students enrolled in the School of Law, established APALSA. APALSA recognizes the importance and
Instagram: @scuapalsa
External Links
- Asian Pacific American Bar Association – Silicon Valley – www.apabasv.com
- Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Bay Area – www.aaba-bay.com
- National Asian Pacific American Bar Association – www.napaba.org
Mission Statement
To increase the number of culturally responsible Black and minority attorneys who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community.
Description
SCU BLSA is dedicated to fostering academic and professional competence, and bringing about meaningful legal and political changes that address issues in the Black community. We welcome all members of SCU Law, regardless of background. Through its affiliation with the National BLSA and other Bay Area legal groups, all members enjoy an extensive network of professional, academic, and social resources.
That National Black Law Students Association (“NBLSA”), is a national organization formed to articulate and promote the needs and goals of Black law students to effectuate change in the legal community. NBLSA has more than 6,000 members and is also comprised of chapters and affiliates in six different countries, including the Bahamas, Nigeria, and South Africa. Organized into six regions (Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southern, Midwest, Rocky Mountain and Western Region), the organization has more than 200 chapters and is present in all but a few of the nation’s accredited law schools, as well as unaccredited law schools.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SCUBLSA/
Please feel free to contact our officers, or email us at blsa@scu.edu
Mission
The purpose of the BCLS is to educate the Santa Clara University community about Blockchain Technology, prepare Santa Clara University School of Law students for the high-tech legal landscape of the future, and be a springboard for entry into the blockchain legal field, by:
- Enjoying the developing legal landscape of the Blockchain Industry
- Cultivating student interest and knowledge of Blockchain Technology
- Exposing students to Blockchain Technology and the crypto legal field
- Developing and supporting a Blockchain & Compliance Certificate
- Connecting law students with Blockchain professionals in Silicon Valley and beyond
Ethos
The BCLS recognizes the innate balance of powers implicated in decentralized systems. Lawyers fulfill an integral role in advising clients to optimize the balance of decentralization and centralization in their business organizations and activities. Centralized systems can relinquish partial control to allow decentralized principles to promote democracy and civil liberty through harnessing the blockchain-enabled powers of immutability, auditability, and automation. The BCLS believes striking the optimal balance between centralization and decentralization means a balance promoting democracy and civil liberty.
Description:
ChIPs is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing and connecting women in technology, law, and policy, driving innovation through diversity, active participation, and engagement.
Main Contact:
Co-President: Amanda O'Dea (aodea@scu.edu) Co-President: Brooke Banta (bbanta@scu.edu)
Social Media:
Instagram: @scuchips
Mission Statement:
We are law students with academic and professional interests in the criminal law field. Our goal is to provide opportunities for Santa Clara Law students to network with professionals and other students, to learn more about the field of criminal law, and to experience the different perspectives of those within the criminal law arena. We also provide resources and support for those interested in pursuing a career in criminal law.
Facebook: Facebook.com/clsatscu
Instagram: @criminallawsociety_scu
General Email: scucrimlaw@scu.edu
Description:
Supporting disabled / neurodivergent students, building community and solidarity, and progressing disabled rights.
Main Contact:
Alexa Williams; acwilliams@scu.edu
Description:
We are a group of students with an interest in Education Law. We hope to improve awareness of education law in California and nationally through lectures and student-led events centered on education law and policy. We advocate for equity in education, including special education, IEP options, and continuing education for foster and detained youth.
Main Contact:
Gabrielle Garcia, gigarcia@scu.edu
Social Media:
Coming Soon
The Environmental Law Society’s mission is to promote environmental awareness on the Santa Clara campus and in the surrounding community. It also encourages students to pursue careers in environmental law by sponsoring educational and networking events on current topics in environmental law.
Instagram: @els_santa_clara_law
Description:
The Family Law Society is committed to fostering student interest in family law and supporting professional development in this essential area of practice. We host a variety of on-campus events, including lunchtime speaker series featuring family law practitioners, judges, and scholars who share their real-world experience and career insights. Our group also organizes happy hours with SCU Law alumni working in family law, creating valuable networking opportunities in a relaxed setting.
To provide hands-on exposure, we coordinate law firm office visits over lunch, giving students the chance to engage directly with practicing family law attorneys and gain a deeper understanding of the day-to-day realities of the profession. In addition, the Family Law Society is proud to lead events that raise awareness about domestic violence. These include educational panels featuring legal experts and advocates, as well as a clinic where students can assist self-represented victims of domestic violence with their legal needs.
We also offer resources and mentorship to help students explore career opportunities in Santa Clara County and connect with local practitioners. Whether you're pursuing a career in family law or looking to get involved in meaningful service, the Family Law Society provides a supportive and engaging community.
Main Contact:
Tiana Bolin / tbolin@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram - @sculaw_fls
LinkedIn - Family Law Society (SCU Law)
Description:
Filipino American Law Society (FALS) was started to address legal and social issues relevant to the Filipino and Filipino-American community. We welcome all individuals, regardless of ethnic background, that are interested in Filipino and Filipino-American issues and increasing cultural diversity in the legal profession.
Main Contact:
Abby De Leon aadeleon@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram: @sculawfals
First-Generation Law Student Association is a student based organization that creates a space for students who are the first in their families to attend law school. Acknowledging the challenges that come with being a first-gen law student, we provide programming, mentorship, and opportunities to help ease the law school experience.
Mission Statement:
Our purpose is to serve as an organizing force and support system for first-generation law students within and outside of law school as they tackle law school and the legal profession. Our four main approaches are: Academic Orientation, Social & Emotional Support, Financial Empowerment and Professional Development.
Organization Email: firstgenlaw@scu.edu
Facebook Page: First-Gen Law SCU
Instagram: @firstgenlawscu
Description:
The Galloway Moot Court program (“Galloway”) is the only moot court program offered at Santa Clara University for first-year law students. Galloway is an exciting opportunity for first-year students to hone their legal writing, practice oral advocacy skills, and introduce themselves to the world of moot court competitions.
Competition Eligibility: Galloway is an internal competition open exclusively to full-time and part-time first-year students at the law school. Over half of each first-year class signs up to compete in Galloway each year.
Overview: Galloway consists of two competition stages.
- Appellate Brief Writing: Students work in two-person teams to draft an appellate brief to a fictional Supreme Court of the United States. Briefs are drafted based on a hypothetical case involving criminal law and procedure. The case is drafted by the Galloway Board under the supervision of the Faculty Advisor.
- Oral Arguments: The sixteen teams with the highest-scoring briefs are then selected to present oral arguments in four successive elimination rounds (e.g. preliminaries, quarterfinals, semifinals, and the final round).
Awards: The final two teams receive cash prizes, and both teams have the opportunity to receive a Best Oral Advocate award. Students do not receive academic credit for participation in Galloway.
Timeline: Galloway materials are released at the start of the spring semester in mid-January. Competitors have one week to draft and submit their briefs to the Galloway Board. Teams that advance to the oral argument rounds are selected in late January or early February. The four successive oral argument rounds take place throughout February.
Board Eligibility: Competitors who advance to the quarterfinal round are eligible to apply to be on the following year’s Board. Board applications are released in March, and decisions are released in April.
Why should students participate in Galloway?
- Bolster your networking skills.
- Meet practicing PDs, DAs, Santa Clara County Superior Court judges, and justices on the California Courts of Appeal.
- Interact with faculty and other first-year students.
- Receive mentorship from upper-division law students and Galloway alumni.
- Gain practical experience.
- Practice persuasive legal writing techniques.
- Develop public speaking skills.
- Learn more about appellate practice.
- Stand out!
- Become part of a group of students who gain moot court experience before the end of their first year.
- Participation in a moot court competition that is highly regarded in job interviews.
- Win cash prizes and awards.
Main Contact:
Aaditya Divekar, adivekar2@scu.edu
The Santa Clara High Technology Law Journal (HTLJ) is a scholarly publication of the Santa Clara University School of Law. HTLJ is a leading forum for multidisciplinary discourse on emerging issues at the intersection of technology, law, and public policy. Prior to Volume 30, the journal was known as the Computer and High Technology Law Journal. All issues of HTLJ are available online via Digital Commons.
Current students interested in receiving updates about HTLJ events and opportunities should submit their information here, follow HTLJ on Twitter, and connect with a member of the current editorial board. To contact the editors with questions about the journal, email info@htlj.org.
History
Originally founded in 1984 as the Computer and High Technology Law Journal, the Santa Clara High Technology Law Journal (HTLJ) focuses on all aspects of intellectual property and high tech law. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, HTLJ continues to be at the forefront of novel legal issues, fostering debate and discussion in the home of leading tech companies like Google and Apple.
HTLJ publishes two issues per volume (ISSN 0882-3383). Throughout its history, one of the journal’s top priorities has been making its content more accessible to the legal community. After signing the Durham Statement on Open Access to Legal Scholarship with dozens of other law schools, Santa Clara made copies of all published journal content available online for free to anyone via the Digital Commons platform.
Articles published in HTLJ have been cited in landmark intellectual property cases, including the Federal Circuit’s opinions in Festo v. Shoketsu, 234 F.3d 558, 574 (Fed. Cir. 2000) and In re Bilski, 545 F.3d 943, 1001 (Fed Cir. 2008).
Mission
The High Tech Law Journal’s mission is to be the preeminent legal publication fostering legal scholarship and discourse in the area of intellectual property and technology-related law and contribute to the enhancement of the legislative and regulatory environment in this area of the law.
To fulfill its mission, HTLJ:
- Provides a forum for legal scholars, practitioners, students and industry decision-makers for discourse on emerging issues at the juncture of technology, the law and public policy
- Places itself at the forefront of emerging legal trends with the strategic guidance of a world-class Board of Advisors consisting of distinguished legal professionals and scholars from a broad spectrum of academic, business and public policy perspectives
- Expands the resources for legal practitioners, scholars and students focused in the area of intellectual property and technology-related law area by providing opportunities for continuing education, networking, and mentorship
Instagram: @scu_htlj
Description:
Honors Moot Court External (HMCE) selects the finest legal writers, oral advocates, and skilled negotiators and client counselors to represent Santa Clara Law in competition against other law schools in the most prestigious moot court tournaments in the country. Teams of two to three law students are selected for each competition. Thereafter, these elite teams focus on writing a winning brief and refining oral argument, or honing their negotiation/counseling skills, through a series of practice moots with professors, practicing attorneys, and members of the judiciary. Teams have competed around the world, and on a broad range of topics. HMCE is a unique experience you won’t get in a classroom.
Main Contact:
Victoria Brea vbrea@scu.edu
Social Media:
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Description:
The SCU Immigration Law Society (ILS) connects law students with local immigration professionals from nonprofit and reduced-cost legal clinics, business immigration firms, and policy making institutions.
Main Contact:
Lizbeth Aguilar; laguilar2@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram - @immigrationlawsociety
Mission Statement:
The Santa Clara Law Internal Trial Team is a student-run group with the goal of providing more trial litigation experience to Santa Clara Law Students. The Internal Trial Team will host a competition every year which will include seminars, mentorships, and the opportunity to network with local attorneys and judges. The Internal Trial Team Board will provide a fact pattern, present seminars, set-up mentorships, and schedule at least three rounds of competition.
International Law Students Association (ILSA) is an internationally recognized organization of students and young attorneys dedicated to the study and promotion of international law. With over 150 chapters, ILSA is one of the largest and most active student organizations in the nation. As a registered ILSA Chapter, all Santa Clara ILSA members enjoy the international network of academic, professional, and organizational resources provided by the Association.
The Santa Clara chapter is dedicated to providing students interested in international law with access and opportunities to explore this exciting and expanding area of law. Throughout the year, we welcome speakers from across the globe, sponsor student trips to conferences, provide information on study abroad opportunities and internships, and host wonderful networking events.
2024-2025 Officers:
| Co-President | Amanda Mitchell | ajmitchell@scu.edu |
| Co-President | Ricardo Larrea Diaz | rlarreadiaz@scu.edu |
| Vice President | Alexis Krolick | akrolick@scu.edu |
| Communications Chair | Rachel Jeet | rjeet@scu.edu |
| Community Service Chair | Nicolas Papa | npapa@scu.edu |
| Treasurer | Simon Choe | schoe@scu.edu |
Mission Statement:
The International Law Students Association is a non-profit association of students and lawyers who are dedicated to the promotion of international law. ILSA provides students with opportunity to study, research, and network in the international legal arena. The organization’s activities include academic conferences, publications, the global coordination of student organizations, and the administration of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition.
Additional information and social media:
Active Member Organization, Student Bar Association
The Internet Law Student Organization (ILSO) was created to raise awareness and spark interest about Internet Law and the theoretical and practical dilemmas that arise when applying laws to rapidly developing technologies.
2024-2025 Officers:
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Hannah Parks |
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Hannah Grant |
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Co-Vice President |
Grace Kantrow |
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Treasurer |
Shelby Taketa |
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External Communications Chair |
Beth Choi |
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External Content Manager |
Jessica Daney Cuevas Madriz |
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Co-Fundraising Chair |
Eleni Mandas |
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Co-Fundraising Chair |
Schuyler Chamberlain |
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Secretary & 2L Representative |
Emily Caballero |
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3L Representative |
Emma Reed |
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2L Representative |
Mehar Bajwa |
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2L Representative |
Rachel Jeet |
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1L Representative |
Justin Shen |
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1L Representative |
Nicholas Levi |
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1L Representative |
Samuel Tse |
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1L Representative |
Cristofer Tzoc |
Faculty Advisor: Professor Eric Goldman
Mission Statement:
As a student organization dedicated to Internet Law, we aim to:
- Raise awareness and spark interest about Internet Law and the theoretical and practical dilemmas that arise when applying laws to rapidly developing technologies.
- Enable crucial discussions about hot topics in Internet Law such as privacy, content moderation and online free speech, ethics, cybersecurity, and online intellectual property.
- Educate students about the different facets of Internet and Tech Policy.
- Promote collaboration among all legal communities and practice areas (i.e criminal law, family law, social justice, technology law).
External Links:
LSO Email: internetlaw@scu.edu
Job Board
LinkedIn
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Description:
The Jewish Law Student Association is dedicated to providing a safe and welcoming place for Jewish students along with our friends and allies of all beliefs and backgrounds. Together, we strive to continue building our vibrant community and deepen our connection to Jewish identity.
Main Contact:
Adi Ofir - aofir@scu.edu
The Santa Clara Journal of International Law is an entirely student-run organization. All articles are selected, edited, and published by the Journal’s Editorial Board. We publish electronically two times a year, with articles by professors and legal practitioners dealing with issues of international and comparative legal scholarship. Submissions are received on a rolling basis to enable the Journal to address global events and issues as they arise.
Additionally, the Journal publishes at least one student comment selected from our first-year Associates by the Editorial Board.
It is our hope that the Santa Clara Journal of International Law will foster greater understanding and cooperation in the area of international law across all borders. To further this vision, the Journal will contribute to the advancement of legal journalism by publishing an easily accessible international law journal composed of intellectually sound material that will assist legal scholars in their studies, practice, and career development. In addition, we strive to provide contemporary and original analysis of international socio-political, economic, and cultural issues.
Contact Us
Santa Clara Journal of International Law
Santa Clara University School of Law
500 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95053
Email: scjilsubmissions@gmail.com
https://digitalcommons.law.scu.edu/scujil/
Mission:
LELS is dedicated to supporting students who are interested in the field of Labor and Employment law. LELS aims to increase awareness and education of employer and workers’ rights, increase student involvement in the field of Labor and Employment law, contribute to the career decisions of students who are interested in Labor and Employment law, and support the community by way of advocating for workers’ rights.
Organization email: LELS@scu.edu
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scu_lels/
Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/labor-and-employment-law-society/
Description:
Latinx Law Student Association is an inclusive law student based organization that holds bi-monthly meetings, socials, and/or community service events reflecting the needs of its members who wish to make positive substantive contributions to the study of law at Santa Clara University, and the legal community. Through various guest speakers, community projects, and legal education outreach, Latinx Law Student Association highlights the importance of diversity on campus and within the entire legal profession.
Main Contact:
SCU LLSA - llsa@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram: @scu.llsa
Facebook Group (includes event updates)
Online Giving:
The Latinx Law Student Association awards “Empoderamiento” scholarships every year to rising second and third year law students who have demonstrated a commitment to the goals of our organization, community service, and/or social justice. These scholarships help Latinx law students offset the cost of higher education while promoting diversity in the legal industry.
Description:
For students interested in the intersection of Law and Business. We want to be an avenue for students to explore the various intersections of Law and Business, including those interested in Big-Law, In-House, and more. We also hope to connect those interested in learning more about Corporate Law, Private Equity, M&A, etc.
Main Contact:
Will Tasista - wtasista@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram - @sculaw_lbs
Description of Organization:
The Santa Clara Law Review is a legal periodical edited by the law students of Santa Clara University and is the only legal periodical officially sponsored by the Santa Clara University Law School Administration.
Visit Santa Clara Law Review website
Mission Statement:
The purpose of this club shall be to foster community among Santa Clara University students interested in golf through networking and events. To educate the campus about golf as a professional networking tool. To establish inclusivity by collaborating with other student organizations. To build networking relationships through golf between Santa Clara University School of Law students and the Bay Area legal community.
Mission Statement:
The Santa Clara Lawyers Who Adventure provides its members with balance in life, a network with others who share the same interests, and an outlet to individuals who share a passion for outdoor activities.
Description:
The Middle Eastern and North African Law Students Association (MENALSA) is dedicated to fostering community, support, and representation for students of Middle Eastern and North African descent at Santa Clara Law. We provide a space for cultural connection, professional development, and dialogue on legal and social issues impacting our communities. Through events, mentorship, and collaboration with other student organizations, MENALSA strives to empower members and promote diversity within the legal profession. Our organization also works to raise awareness of the rich cultural heritage of the MENA region and its intersections with law and justice. By uplifting our members’ voices and experiences, MENALSA strengthens both the law school community and the broader legal field.
Main Contact:
Alessandra Yoldas (President) ayoldas@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram: @menalsascu
Description of Organization:
MLSA is a student organization dedicated to promoting the interests and values of Muslim community and to serve as a system of support for Muslim Law students at Santa Clara University.
Description:
OUTLaw is Santa Clara University Law School's LGBTQIA+ Affinity Organization, which provides both professional development and social community for queer law students and our allies. We aim to foster inclusion and promote justice for our community through hosting a variety of events throughout the year, including social events, fundraisers, community service, development panels, and more.
Main Contact:
Max Smith, wsmith@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram: outlawscu
Mission Statement:
The Privacy Law Student Organization is dedicated to the study and discussion of modern issues of privacy law. PLSO’s mission is to promote awareness and generate discussion about contemporary privacy issues, while encouraging involvement in privacy law within the legal community. PLSO strives to enhance the quality of the legal community by promoting interaction and debate concerning a wide range of issues that affect individual privacy rights in a format that allows student to interact with attorneys and specialists in the privacy law fields.
Organization Email: PLSO@scu.edu
Description of Organization:
The Public Law Association will bring students, faculty, and staff together who are interested in laws affecting the public sector and exploring careers in public service. The Public Law Association focuses on issues related to all areas of public law – including administrative law, constitutional law, municipal and county law, open meetings/open records laws, political/election law, education law, water law, state and federal legislation, public employment, government contracts, government tort liability, agency regulations, land use/environmental issues, public lawyer ethics, and public finance.
Description of Organization:
Our membership consists of students with a broad range of interests and work experience, including development, land use, litigation, finance, and appraisal. We strive to provide meaningful opportunities for professional and personal development.
Our organization greatly values experienced real estate law practitioners’ input and participation, and we welcome them as advisory members.
Mission Statement:
The Real Estate Law Society (RELS) is dedicated to educating its members about current legal practices and issues in the area of real estate law. We provide opportunities for members to satisfy their curiosity and cultivate their knowledge of the various real estate practice areas.
Please contact us at rels@scu.edu to join our meeting and event mailing list.
Description:
The Santa Clara Business Law Chronicle (SCBC) is Santa Clara Law’s pre-eminent, student-run organization that publishes short, concise articles surrounding the legal and business fields. SCBC aims to appeal to the modern day legal field, thus the reason behind the shorter articles. Like a law journal, SCBC analyzes and discusses past, present, and future trends, issues, cases, and/or decisions, that are affecting the legal and business worlds.
Main Contact:
Brooke Franks: bfranks@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram - @the_scbc
Linkedin - Santa Clara Business Law Chronicle
Mission Statement:
The primary purpose of the Santa Clara Circuit is to release a yearbook at the end of each academic year, with special attention to the graduating class. During the academic year, the SCC will strive to accomplish this by capturing memorable moments and developing dedications within the yearbook that recognizes student achievement and involvement across journals, organizations, and all other areas of the like. The SCC will also strive to host a yearbook signing party at the end of the academic year to further promote the sense of community at Santa Clara Law and honor the graduating class.
Please contact us at law.circuit@scu.edu to get involved!
Description:
SCOTUS Review strives to promote discussion and awareness of current events of the Supreme Court of the United States, Federal Courts of the United States, State Courts, and similar events that may impact the interpretation and development of the law. We host events that seek to cultivate discussion on these topics amongst students, faculty, members of Santa Clara University’s administration, alumni, attorneys, and the surrounding community. We hope to inspire greater engagement and appreciation of the effects judicial rulings can have on the conception of law, history, and everyday encounters.
Main Contact:
Máire Rock; scotusreview@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram - @scotusreview_scu
Description:
Santa Clara Law Eats is a law school organization dedicated to ending food insecurity at Santa Clara Law.
Main Contact:
Mia Jones-Zamora - mjoneszamora@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram - @scu.eats
Description of Organization:
Social Justice Coalition (SJC) is the student-run organization focused on raising awareness among law students about issues and careers in public interest. The Coalition welcomes all interested law students, recognizing that the opportunity to serve others is an important experience in our legal education.
SJC provides a network for students concerned with social justice issues and works with other student organizations to provide a space for networking and collaboration on a variety of social justice issues and topics.
Instagram: @sjc_scu
Description:
SAIL promotes open dialogues and knowledge-sharing on AI's legal landscape, helping our members stay informed about the latest developments, regulations, and policies related to artificial intelligence.
Main Contact:
Heather Huang - hmhuang@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram: @scu_sail
Description:
Educate students and enable crucial discussions about trending topics in Interactive Entertainment and Gaming Law, including intellectual property, privacy, contracts, licensing, employment, and data management matters.
Main Contact:
Alexander Spencer (aspencer@scu.edu)
Social Media:
Instagram - @scu_siegl
Description:
South Asian Law Student Association (SALSA) is committed to fostering a supportive community for students of South Asian heritage and those interested in South Asia. SALSA aims to promote an understanding and appreciation of South Asian culture as well as highlight the legal community by hosting social and professional events and building connections with SABA-NC (South Asian Bar Association - Northern California).
Main Contact:
Natasha Naqvi - nnaqvi@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram - @salsa_scu
Description of Organization:
The Sports and Entertainment Law Society assists law students pursuing a career in sports and entertainment law by hosting guest speakers, organizing site visits, and providing educational resources to further develop students’ knowledge of the sports and entertainment industries.
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Sports and Entertainment Law Society (SELS) is to provide interested students with access to practitioners and other individuals in the sports and entertainment law fields, to facilitate events to grow student’s industry knowledge, and to assist in strengthening Santa Clara Law’s stellar reputation in the sports and entertainment fields.
Description:
The Santa Clara Law Chapter of Street Law, Inc., aims to encourage all law students to participate in public service, regardless of their area of interest, and to work with organizations in our community, like local high schools, to support the next generation of students on their paths towards academic and career-related success.
Street Law at SCU teaches high school students about the law by visiting local high schools and by hosting students at the Santa Clara Law School. Through a mix of presentations and interactive group activities, students gain an understanding of the law in a way that is accessible and relevant to them.
For more information about the global Street Law organization, visit https://streetlaw.org/
Main Contact:
Sophia Shatas; sshatas@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram: @streetlawscu
At Santa Clara Law, the Student Bar Association (SBA) Executive Board advocates for student interests in collaboration with faculty, administration, alumni, and the broader community. The SBA organizes student events, coordinates communications—including publishing The Grapevine—and supports more than 40 student organizations through budget allocation and community building.
All enrolled Santa Clara Law students are SBA members, and the SBA is affiliated with the American Bar Association Law Student Division (ABA-LSD), which represents approximately 50,000 law students nationwide.
Email us at sba@scu.edu for more information.
Description:
SIPLA increases student exposure to technology and IP law issues, promotes student interest in IP law, and helps students prepare for and secure a career in IP law.
Main Contact:
Cesar Lugaro-Velazquez / sipla@scu.edu
Social Media:
IG: @scu_sipla
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13922252/
Description of Organization:
The mission of the Tax & Estate Planning Society (“TEPS”) is to promote and encourage the study of taxation and estate planning law. In addition, TEPS is focused on developing strong relationships within the academic, business and legal tax and estate planning community. TEPS serves as a forum for law students, faculty, legal scholars, tax and estate planning practitioners, and leaders in taxation, tax policy, and estate planning to engage in an interdisciplinary discussion on developing issues in tax and estate planning law.
Tax touches every aspect of the legal world, from corporate formation and mergers to criminal fraud to personal inheritance decisions and investment decisions. Estate planning, although also encompassing other areas of the law, is a natural extension of a Society focused on taxation.
The Society organizes many events throughout the year. At these events, the members of TEPS have the opportunity to network with the business and legal communities, while learning about particular issues and areas in taxation and estate planning.
Please email tepslaw@scu.edu for more information on joining!
Description of Organization:
The Santa Clara University Federalist Society Student Chapter is one of over 200 Federalist Society chapters in law schools across the country. We are a completely student-run organization that provides a network for social, political, and career opportunities. We regularly host speakers’ events and debates featuring prominent experts who come to campus to speak on relevant topics of law and public policy. We also offer several social networking events involving lawyers and other professionals who are active members of the Federalist Society’s various Lawyers Chapters.
Our student chapter works closely with the national organization to facilitate scholarly legal discussion on the most cutting-edge and controversial topics. All members of the Santa Clara University School of Law community are encouraged to become involved and attend our various events and meetings.
Mission Statement:
The Federalist Society is a group of conservatives and libertarians interested in the current state of the legal system and its philosophies and ideologies. It is founded on the principles that the state exists to preserve freedom, that the separation of governmental powers is central to our Constitution, and that it is emphatically the province and duty of the judiciary to say what the law is, not what it should be. The Society seeks both to promote an awareness of these principles and to further their application through its activities. In working to achieve these goals, the Society has created a conservative and libertarian intellectual network that extends to all levels of the legal community. For more information on the Federalist Society and its background go to www.fedsoc.org.
Description:
VALS is a law student organization dedicated to connecting and developing the law student and legal professional communities, including the Vietnamese American community, through networking, mentorship, and community service.
Main Contact:
Megan Le - mle2@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram - @sculawvals
Description:
The Women and Law Association is dedicated to providing academic and personal support to our members, and increasing awareness of legal, political, and social issues affecting women. We are also committed to actively serving our community. To further these goals, Women & Law facilitates networking opportunities, organizes outreach projects, and hosts speaking events that encourage discussion and foster support. All members of the Santa Clara University School of Law community are encouraged to participate.
Main Contact:
Nimrit Dhaliwal / ndhaliwal@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram - @womenandlaw_scu
Description:
Saint Thomas More Society at Santa Clara University School of Law is a student organization for Catholic law students that builds community and supports spiritual and professional growth. The Society offers faith-based discussions, networking events, service opportunities, and mentorship with Bay Area legal professionals. Through these activities members explore ethical issues, deepen their faith, and learn how to integrate Catholic values into their legal careers.
Main Contact:
descovar@scu.edu
Social Media:
Instagram - @stmsociety_sculaw