You Belong at HLS
Studying law is a collaborative endeavor at Harvard Law School. We work together to create a student-centered environment in which learning is inspiring, transformative, and supportive. We know you will strengthen the HLS community and we want you to be strengthened by it.
Our goal is for you to thrive in every aspect of your experience at Harvard Law School.
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Courses 500+
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Student Organizations 90
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Student Journals 17
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Clinics, Externships & SPOs 47
Housing in Cambridge
Your life at Harvard Law School unfolds within a major research university, giving you access to a world-class campus: unparalleled libraries, acclaimed museums and theaters, enriching extracurricular activities, and a wider community of diverse and engaged students.
You have access to everything Harvard has to offer.
[HLS] taught me so much about friendship, inclusion, what the law is, and what the law should be.”
—Jessica Zhao ’22
Student Activities
Walk into any gathering of an HLS student organization and you’ll encounter a remarkable spectrum of life experiences and perspectives. You will find your people.
Inclusion, Belonging, and Student Services
“There’s a huge support system that’s here to help you.”
—Nicholas Gonzalez JD ’24
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Inclusion and Belonging
An essential humanity nurtures our deeply connected community. Participate in all that HLS has to offer in a diverse environment of trust and mutual respect.
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Advising and Mentorship
It’s about commitment, empathy, and support. Most of all, advising and mentoring is about mutual inspiration. Explore opportunities on campus and for your career through the guidance and experience of the broader HLS community.
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Health and Wellbeing
Studying law is rewarding, but graduate studies can be stressful. From physical health and athletic activities to mental and emotional support, HLS offers resources for body, mind, and spirit.
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Student Services Offices
Whether you’re looking for information about academic support, health and well-being, accessibility, or assistance balancing school and family, you have resources.
“The [HLS] community has been a place where I’ve really found not only a voice, but a sense of companionship and friendship that I’m going to miss and cherish for the rest of my life.”
—Emily Chazen ’22
DOS-CEEB Office
From Orientation through Commencement, Dean of Students and Office of Community Engagement, Equity, and Belonging (DOS-CEEB) staff are here to support you. Whether you have a quick question, a more serious personal or academic concern, or just need guidance or support, contact or stop by DOS-CEEB!
HLS Students in the News
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Student team finishes strong in lengthy, intense global moot competition
Harvard Law had the best performing American group in the 33rd Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot.
April 23, 2026
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‘Belief is the ultimate force multiplier’
In the United States Air Force, a call sign — or nickname used over communications channels — is bestowed upon a pilot or officer by their peers. During his half decade of military service, Kent Romney ’28 was graced with the call sign Vlad, a nod to his knowledge of the Russian and Ukrainian languages
April 21, 2026
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More than a ‘fun run’: Harvard Law students take on the Boston Marathon
Harvard Law Today reached out to students who will be competing in the 130th Boston Marathon to hear what they had in anticipation of the event.
April 16, 2026
HLS Announcements
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Michael Sandel invites Teaching Fellow applicants
Michael Sandel invites HLS students to apply for teaching assistant positions for his fall semester Harvard College course, “Ethics in the Age of AI.” Applicants should have backgrounds in philosophy or political theory, and be available during the fall semester on Tuesdays, 9:45am-1:00pm. No tech background required. Those who are interested should send a cv
April 21, 2026
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Teaching Fellows for Professor Hoffman
Professor Hoffman is interested in hiring two TFs for his fall course, Legal Profession: Collaborative Law. It’s not necessary that applicants have taken a Legal Profession course. The course meets on Thursdays at 3:45 – 7 p.m. If you are interested, please contact Professor Hoffman at dhoffman@blc.law. Thank you!
April 15, 2026
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Research Assistant for Professor Lessig
Professor Lessig is seeking research assistants, projects include (1) assisting in completing an AI/Democracy book, (2) exploring making legal work available through AI, (3) assisting in a Constitutional Law casebook. Please send your CV and a statement of interest to asmith@law.harvard.edu.
April 13, 2026
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Call for Student Note Submissions: Harvard Journal on Legislation
The Harvard Journal on Legislation (JOL) is currently accepting submissions for our Winter print edition (Vol. 64.1). Submissions should be 10,000-15,000 words (including footnotes). Please email submissions in Word and PDF format with the subject line [Last name, First name, JOL Student Note] to hlsjol@mail.law.harvard.edu, cc’ing Student Writing Editor Jaron Berman, jberman@jd28.law.harvard.edu. The deadline to submit is 11:59 pm
April 3, 2026
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Goldsmith Summer Research Assistant – Presidential Law & History
Professor Goldsmith is looking for a Research Assistant for this coming summer (2026) to work on questions of presidential law and history and related-topics. The position can be part time. Please send your resume, transcript and statement of interest to Deema Qashat (dqashat@law.harvard.edu).
April 2, 2026