Student Organizations College of Law
The 小蓝视频 College of Law is part of a vibrant campus community. Law students are able to participate in the social organizations, identity groups, intramural sports, professional associations, and other activities open to the entire JU student population. At the College of Law, our students are leaders and members is organizations focused on professional development, mentoring, and law school governance.
Co-Curricular
Law Review
The 小蓝视频 Law Review was founded in 2023 and is an annually published journal managed and edited by second- and third-year law students. The journal features articles, essays, and lectures on topics of interest to legal scholars and practitioners. In addition to the published volume, the Law Review hosts a yearly symposium with invited speakers who explore key developments in an emerging issue related the law and the practice of law.
Student members demonstrate high academic performance and a commitment to excellence in legal research and writing. For more information, please email the Law Review staff, lawreview@jacksonville.edu or visit the Law Review page.
Moot Court
Moot court is a simulated appellate advocacy experience where law students argue hypothetical legal cases before a panel of judges. It hones skills in legal research, brief writing, and oral argument, preparing students for real-world litigation and judicial practice. Since the 小蓝视频 Moot Court team was founded, its members have competed in internal and external competitions and has seen early success with team members taking home the "Best Brief" award at the prestigious E. Earle Zehmer National Moot Court Competition in 2024.
Mock Trial Team
Sponsored by Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
The mock trial team offers law students the opportunity to practice trial advocacy by simulating courtroom proceedings, including opening statements, witness examinations, and closing arguments. Working with faculty and members of the legal community, students participating in mock trial gain valuable preparation for careers in trial practice developing skills in case analysis, litigation strategy, and public speaking. The team competes against other law schools in mock trial competitions. We thank Morgan & Morgan, P.A. for their support of our Mock Trial Team and our students.
Law Student Organizations
Black Law Student Association
The National Black Law Student Association is a nationwide organization formed in 1968 to articulate and promote the needs and goals of black law students and to effectuate change in the legal community. The JU College of Law is pleased to have a Black Law Student Association (BLSA) chapter affiliated with regional and national BLSA organizations. The JU chapter of the Black Law Student association is an inclusive organization that seeks to promote the goals, aspirations, and professional development of black law students, and to foster professional and social connectivity among its members and the legal community.
Chess Club
The Chess Club invites students to engage in a distinguished form of the battle between the minds. Chess Club will refine students of all skill levels to respectfully confront adversaries with strategy and discipline. Chess Club offers opportunities to learn the rules of chess, competitive prize-winning tournaments, and a culture students can take pride in.
Christian Legal Society
The Christian Legal Society (CLS) at JU College of Law encourages its students to keep their shared faith at the focal point of their lives amidst their studies. CLS is all-inclusive and open for all to learn how faith in Jesus Christ is fundamental to professionals in the legal field. CLS members seek to strengthen their personal walks with the Lord through first-hand testimonies from legal professionals, volunteer work in the community, scripture, and prayer.
Criminal Law and Public Policy Society
The Criminal Law and Public Policy Society was founded in 2025 with a goal to support interest in the intersection of criminal law, justice reform, and public policy. Through panel discussions with local practitioners and beyond to encourage and foster deeper understandings of the fields and the issues that impact our society. The JU Chapter hopes to promote growth and interest in making a change in the world.
Disabled Law Students Association
The Disabled Law Students Association is a national organization with over 60 chapters across the country. DLSA's primary goals are to enable, empower, and educate disabled law students and advocates during their legal education and beyond. The JU Chapter of DLSA is open to all students and is dedicated to providing students with the opportunity to discuss and act on the unique issues that our students with disabilities face and foster a community of understanding throughout the law school and the greater legal profession.
Hispanic Law Students Association (HLSA)
As a community, HSLA strives to provide a welcoming and nurturing environment to Jacksonville University College of Law students through social, cultural, academic, and career opportunities. As an organization, HSLA actively strengthens the presence of hispanics in the legal profession, works to increase the attendance of hispanic students at 小蓝视频 College of Law School, and supports the broader hispanic community.
Parents are Students Too (PAST)
PAST started in 2024 as a way for students with children to connect, create a community, and support each other in law school. Founded by parents, PAST has quickly expanded to include student-members from all backgrounds and class years. PAST鈥檚 goal is to create a lasting social and professional network in Jacksonville to support students through school and into their law careers. Families and partners are invited to events outside of school, which can include farmers market meetups, beachcombing, holiday light walks. During school, PAST members enjoy lunches together and with guest speakers from the Jacksonville law community whose experiences align with those of our members.
Sports and Entertainment Law Society
The 小蓝视频 College of Law Sports and Entertainment Law Society (SELS) promotes awareness and understanding of legal opportunities in the sports and entertainment business world. JU SELS creates legal connections within the Jacksonville community by hosting networking events and inviting experts in the field to discuss current issues in sports and entertainment law.
Women Law Students Association
The 小蓝视频 Women Law Student Association is a local chapter of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers. Since 1951, FAWL has been helping women succeed within the legal profession. As a local chapter, we are committed to creating a safe space for those of any gender identity to feel supported and seen. WLSA strives to be a conduit between students and practicing attorneys so they may learn and have meaningful conversations. Through connections, guest speakers, and chapter activities, we hope to propel members forward within their careers, wherever their law education takes them. With compassion, innovation, and respect, WLSA strives to make the legal field welcoming and accessible to all.
Student Bar Association
The 小蓝视频 College of Law Student Bar Association (SBA) serves as the student government and voice of the students. The SBA is comprised of an Executive Council and Senate, and the positions are filled through annual election. The SBA serves as an intermediary between the student body and the administration, contributes to the cohesiveness of the student body, sponsors and plans educational and social events, administers an annual budget for student organizations, promotes student standards of professional responsibility, and represents the institution with the American Bar Association and other affiliate organizations.
American Constitution Society
Federalist Society
Affiliate Organizations
Chester Bedell Inn of Court
received its charter on June 21, 1985. It was the 13th American Inn of Court, and the first Inn of Court established in Florida. The mission of the American Inns of Court is to foster excellence in professionalism, ethics, civility, and legal skills. In addition, the Inn of Court also provides valuable networking and mentoring opportunities for law students with its prominent members within the legal community. The College of Law considers it a privilege to seat two law students as pupil members on an annual basis. 2L and 3L students are eligible to apply in the spring for consideration by the Chester Bedell American Inn of Court for a one year term, including participation in organizational meetings and events, in the following year. The application requires an updated resume and a written personal statement of interest. The Associate Dean of Students receives students鈥� application materials and serves as the conduit of communications with the Chester Bedell American Inn of Court.
Florida Bar Young Lawyer's Division
The College of Law is proud of its recognition as an affiliate member of the (YLD). As such, our law students are invited to participate in a broad range of engaging and informative YLD activities sponsored by the Florida Bar, including local programs and events and the annual Affiliate Outreach Conference (AOC). The purpose of the YLD is to assist The Florida Bar in its purposes, to stimulate and encourage the interest and participation of YLD members in the programs of The Florida Bar, to provide a full and complete program of activities and projects designed to be of interest and assistance to YLD members, and to engage in such activities as shall tend to further the best interests of the legal profession. The section coordinates the activities of YLD members and to serve as a medium for fostering discussion and free interchange of ideas relative to the duties, responsibilities and problems of YLD members.
Jacksonville Bar Association
The mission of the is to encourage collegiality and serve its members in the practice of law, aid in the administration of justice, and foster respect for the law and the legal profession. The Jacksonville Bar Association serves as the forum for the local legal profession. Activities are designed to promote the highest levels of professionalism and ethics, unselfish service to the community, positive relations between the bench and the bar, and camaraderie among members. Association membership is open to all lawyers, inspiring members to participate regularly in Bar activities. Annual student memberships are available to law students, and student participation is encouraged.
Accreditation Information
Accreditation is the hallmark of quality and high standards for legal education and admission to the Bar. The 小蓝视频 College of Law is provisionally approved by the American Bar Association (Council of the American Bar Association Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, 321 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654, 312-988-6738), and, in accordance with ABA rules, will continue to pursue full accreditation. Law schools that are provisionally accredited are entitled to all the rights of a fully approved law school. Similarly, from an ABA perspective, graduates of provisionally approved law schools are entitled to the same recognition that is accorded graduates of fully approved law schools.
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