The UC Davis Law Review publishes five issues annually. Four issues contain scholarly works by professionals and students in the traditional law review format; one issue is a symposium that deals in depth with a selected topic of interest to legal scholars and practicing lawyers. Past symposia receiving nation-wide attention have dealt with rules of evidence, the death penalty, constitutional law, labor law, jurisprudence and comparative law, law and medicine, and family law.

UC Davis Law Review Web Site

The Business Law Journal was the first business law journal in the nation to electronically publish articles written by professionals, academics, and law students using a concise, journalistic style. The Journal is currently published in both electronic and hard-copy format. The Journal is run by dedicated law students who are committed to providing current and valuable legal and business analysis. The Journal also features student-conducted interviews with attorneys, professionals, judges, and academics. While traditional law journals are heavy on academic theory and light on practical information, the BLJ is a tool for users to obtain quality legal and business content that is easily accessible.

Business Law Journal Web Site

Environs is a biannual environmental law and policy journal edited and produced by King Hall students. The journal supports an open forum for the discussion of current environmental issues and publishes articles from professors, practitioners, and students.

Environs, Environmental Law & Policy Journal Web Site

The Journal of International Law & Policy is a biannual journal in existence since 1995, produced by King Hall students with an interest in international law. The purpose of the Journal is to promote the study of international law and policy through academic analysis of contemporary international issues, publishing and marketing original legal research written both by professional and student authors. The Journal is published two times per year.

Journal of International Law & Policy Web Site

The Journal of Juvenile Law & Policy is a biannual publication of the UC Davis School of Law that addresses the unique concerns of children in the American legal system. Initially a product of the creativity and activism of a small group of King Hall students, called the Advocates for the Rights of Children (ARC), the Journal has evolved into a vigorous organization committed to providing practical and timely information about current juvenile, family, and educational law issues. The goal of the Journal is to provide a forum for discussion and to encourage community awareness and involvement in issues that affect children.

Journal of Juvenile Law and Policy Web Site

The Law Students Association (LSA) is one of three student governments in the UC Davis community, along with the undergrad student government (ASUCD) and the Graduate Student Association (GSA). The primary purpose of this organization is to create a forum for the discussion of issues relevant to student interests and concerns. The LSA's Board provides opportunities for discussion of student interests and determination of student activities. The LSA advocates for the law students and serves as the law students' liaison to the Law School's administration, staff, and faculty. LSA administers funds for a number of student activities and organizations, including the school newspaper, student caucuses, speakers and events. All King Hall students are members of the LSA and are encouraged to participate.

Law Students Association Web Site

The ACLU at King Hall works to preserve and guarantee the protections of the Constitution's Bill of Rights. We aim to extend these freedoms to segments of our population who have traditionally been denied their rights, including people of color; lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, and transgendered people; women; mental-health patients; prisoners; people with disabilities; and the poor. The ACLU at King Hall will be working to increase fair access to our constitutionally guaranteed right to the ballot and increasing awareness of the human and civil right abuses occurring in our time. Activities and events include poll observation, voting registration, educational events and lobbying visits.

Advocates for the Rights of Children was established in 1993 by UC Davis law students. ARC seeks to create a network of law students with similar interests in children's issues and the law; to engage in community service activities benefiting disadvantaged children; to participate in legislative and policy advocacy activities to improve the area of children's law; and to educate the law school community and the public about the problems and legal issues affecting children.

Advocates for the Rights of Children Web Site

Ag Law is a newer organization for students who have an interest in legal issues surrounding agriculture, including debates about biotechnology, environmental impacts, and labor.

The American Bar Association is the major national professional organization for attorneys. The Law Student Division provides students an opportunity to participate in the ABA while still in law school. Through the LSD, law students can become involved at national, circuit and local levels. The ABA-LSD offers such programs as the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, the Client Counseling Competition and the National Appellate Advocacy Competition. Members receive subscriptions to the ABA Journal and The Student Lawyer. Also, they may join Sections focusing on different substantive areas of practice such as Antitrust, Torts and Insurance, and Science and Technology. Section members receive publications and monographs by leaders in the field.

The American Constitution Society is a national organization of law students, law professors, judges, practicing lawyers and others. ACS seeks to revitalize and transform the legal debate from law school classrooms to federal courtrooms, to the congressional hearing rooms where judicial nominations are weighed. ACS facilitates the exchange of ideas about law and policy through speeches, debates, symposia, student meetings, research, and discussion.

American Constitution Society Web Site

APALSA is an organization of law students interested in Asian-American legal issues and in the growth of the Asian-American legal community. APALSA sponsors social activities, speaker series, and community service events, fostering relationships with professors and practicing attorneys to educate the community about Asian-American issues.

Asian Pacific American Law Students Association Web Site

BLSA is a charter member of the National Black Law Students Association, dedicated to increasing the number of lawyers sensitive to the unique problems and needs of the Black community. BLSA assists prospective applicants during the admission process, is active in the concerns of the Black community, and has developed ties with the northern California legal community.

Black Law Students Association Web Site

The purpose of the Catholic Association of Law Students is to mutually encourage and engage in Catholicism, and to develop personal friendships amongst students.

The Christian Legal Society is a nationwide organization of attorneys, judges, and law students. CLS at King Hall is an inter-denominational group of Christians, mostly of law students, but open to any UC Davis student (grad or undergrad) or lawyer who would like to worship and study with the group.

Christian Legal Society Web Site

The Entertainment and Sports Law Society was founded to foster student interest in pursuing legal careers in the ever-growing entertainment and sports industries. The group sponsors guest speakers, including King Hall alumni who have enjoyed successful careers in entertainment and sports law. The club aims to create a journal of student-authored articles concerning today's pressing legal issues in these dynamic fields.

Entertainment and Sports Law Society Web Site

The Environmental Law Society provides opportunities for students to further their interest in environmental and natural resources law through fun and educational programs. ELS seeks to educate and raise awareness about current environmental debates and policies. We network with the professional community for support, guidance, and information about the environmental practice arena. ELS hosts environmental speakers, keeps apprised of educational and career opportunities for students, and plans King Hall's annual environmental law symposium.

Environmental Law Society Web Site

The Federalist Society is a group of conservatives and libertarians interested in the current state of the legal order. It is founded on the principles that the state exists to preserve freedom and that the separation of powers is central to our Constitution. The Society seeks to promote an awareness of these principles and to further their application through its activities.

Student organization focused on supporting women in law school and in the law. We do this by providing programs and opportunities for mentoring, networking, and advocacy. The organization brings together students at all levels, professors, and practitioners to increase the influence of women in the law.

The purpose of the Filipino Law Students Association is to educate the Law School community and UC Davis about legal issues affecting Filipinos and Filipino Americans.

The Humanitarian Aid Legal Organization (HALO) is a group of law students dedicated to providing free legal aid to those individuals in need of legal assistance. Group members dedicate their time to fundraising and planning a trip to provide this service to those in need during spring break.

Humanitarian Aid Legal Organization Web Site

The International Law Society is a member of the Association of Student International Law Societies. Among other activities, the Society sponsors luncheons, dinners, and informal gatherings with guest speakers in international fields related to law; collects information on career opportunities in international law; proposes curriculum changes; and maintains contact with international organizations to share programs and information. The Society also sponsors the Jessup International Law Moot Court team and the UC Davis Journal of International Law & Policy. All law students are encouraged to participate in these activities.

The Jewish Law Students Association integrates the social, religious, and political aspects of Jewish culture in providing a variety of programs at King Hall. JLSA organizes and sponsors social events, political discussions, and holiday celebrations. The group is comprised of law students committed to sharing the cultural aspects of Judaism and increasing awareness of issues facing Jews today. JLSA is affiliated with the local chapter of Hillel and the National Jewish Law Students Network.

Jewish Law Students Association Web Site

The monthly King Hall Advocate, first published in 1967, is a newspaper covering Law School news and issues as well as outside legal and political matter of interest to law students. It serves as a forum for discourse of issues among King Hall students, faculty, and staff. The Advocate welcomes student submissions and encourages student participation as staff members.

The King Hall Bar Review (KHBR) is an informal organization that seeks to enhance the social experience for dedicated, successful law students by providing a means for relaxation and escape from the traditional environment of library and classroom. In the face of overwhelming workloads, the KHBR helps reduce everyday stresses by providing a weekly nighttime venue to enjoy the company of fellow classmates and friends. Additionally, the KHBR promotes networking within King Hall, allowing students of all years to create new friendships and useful personal relationships.

This is a social club for Law School students interested in skiing and snowboarding.

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The King Hall Golf Team was formed in recognition of the power of golfing on our networking opportunities as professional students. Students participate in 4 rounds of 18 holes, receive lessons, and will play in an annual tournament including King Hall alums, judges, community lawyers, and representatives from local corporations and agencies. Interested in joining in the fun? Contact swasplin@ucdavis.edu.

The KHIPLA provides opportunities to learn about Intellectual Property law practice by sponsoring lectures, employment forums, social events and informational meetings with law firms. Membership is open to all UC Davis School of Law students interested in this exciting, fast-paced and growing field. Current members include students who are interested in copyright, patent, and trademark laws.

King Hall Intellectual Property Law Association Web Site

The King Hall Legal Foundation is a non-profit public interest law foundation founded in 1978. KHLF is dedicated to promoting law and law-related efforts in the public interest and to addressing the needs of those without adequate access to legal services. The KHLF is financed by contributions from King Hall students, alumni, and community members. The Foundation provides financial and other assistance to community organizations, and students and attorneys involved in public interest projects. The Foundation holds an annual auction in support of the KHLF Summer Grants Program benefiting law students involved in public interest volunteer projects.

King Hall Legal Foundation Web Site

The King Hall negotiations team encourages the growth and knowledge of negotiation skills through effective Law School seminars, intra- and inter-school competitions. The group will recognize and award students with excellent commitment to negotiation activities.

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Founded in the early 1970s, La Raza Law Students Association is dedicated to increasing the number of Chicanos and Latinos in law school and the legal profession. To further this goal, La Raza actively engages in the recruitment of undergraduate students, academic and professional support for our current students, and the hiring process of faculty of color. La Raza also sponsors several events and activities throughout the year to promote awareness of issues facing the Latino community and to share the Latino culture and identity. La Raza has demonstrated to be one of the largest and most active law student organizations at King Hall.

La Raza Law Students Association Web Site

The King Hall Lambda Law Students Association is composed of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) and allied students, faculty and staff at King Hall. Lambda's mission is community, education and activism. To that end, Lambda sponsors events that raise awareness of LGBT legal issues on campus and in the community. The group also provides a supportive space for LGBT students at King Hall through academic and professional support programs and a variety of social opportunities. Lambda additionally strives to attract and retain LGBT law students.

Lambda Law Students Association Web Site

LADS purpose is to provide a forum to focus on disability law and resources for law students with disabilities.

Keep your ears open for Law Cappella, King Hall's a cappella group. Comprised of enthusiastic law students, this group is aimed at bringing a little pleasure to the lives of King Hall students through music. In February, Law Cappella embarrasses students, staff and faculty alike with Singing Valentines.

Law Students for Reproductive Justice at UC Davis (formerly Law Students for Choice) is part of the only student-led, student-driven national non-profit network of law students and lawyers committed to fostering the next wave of legal experts for the reproductive justice movement. We focus on education, advocacy, and mentorship in order to grow the next generation of activists and practicioners defending the broad array of sexual and reproductive autonomy issues that form the heart of reproductive justice.

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The Middle Eastern/South Asian Law Students Association at UC Davis School of Law represents a broad group of students dedicated to raising awareness of national and international issues affecting the Middle Eastern and South Asian communities at home and abroad.

Moot Court, also known as Appellate Advocacy, is a year-long program that allows law students to gain practical skills and experience in appellate advocacy. The Moot Court Board provides support to students participating in the program by acting as mentors, scheduling competitions, organizing the annual Neumiller Competition, and more. Please explore our site to learn more about the UC Davis Moot Court program and our award winning advocacy teams.

Moot Court Web Site

The Muslim Law Students Association at King Hall seeks to facilitate cultural, religious, academic, and professional development of its members through innovative programs and events. The organization was founded in 2005, with the goal of advocating for UC Davis Muslim law students and educating our peers about Islam and important legal issues affecting Islamic societies. Since then, MLSA has organized many successful events, ranging from the Annual Ramadan Dinner at King Hall to "Minority Reports," a bold and diverse look at race relations in America. MLSA has also organized and co-sponsored other events aimed at raising awareness of issues important to Muslims, including social and political justice, equality, and race relations. MLSA is the local chapter of the National Muslim Law Student Association.

National Lawyers Guild (NLG) is comprised of law students and lawyers who are committed to a variety of social justice issues. The NLG�s mission is to follow the call of the founders of the Guild to work for basic change in the structure of our political and economic system. NLG at King Hall has worked on many issues, immigrant rights, affirmative action, the death penalty, torture and gender issues.

National Lawyers Guild Web Site

The Perfect Tender Child Care Co-op is a non-profit daycare cooperative for law students at the University of California, Davis School of Law. The cooperative is unlike anything provided at law schools throughout the nation. It is run by law students who volunteer their time between classes to watch the children of fellow students while they attend class.

Perfect Tender Child Care Co-op Web Site

PDP is an international organization founded in 1869 in order to promote a higher standard of professional ethics and culture in the legal community.

Phi Delta Phi Web Site

Students for a Better King Hall seeks to improve all aspects of student life at King Hall in collaboration with the LSA and, when possible, the administration by promoting discussion and actively implementing recommendations. Secondly, this organization seeks to improve the UC Davis School of Law's reputation and national standing by means of recruitment, publicity and donations. All members of the King Hall community are welcome and are encouraged to participate.

Law Students for Death Penalty Reform strives to facilitate discussion concerning the death penalty, particularly the need to reform California policy. LSDPR is a non-partisan group that welcomes all to participate regardless of their views on capital punishment. We hope to create a space where the free-flow of ideas will lead to practical, equitable solutions to this difficult issue. LSDPR will sponsor speakers, debates, films, and the like in order to educate the King Hall community about the problems and intricacies of capital punishment in California and the nation.