You Belong at HLS
Student life at HLS extends well beyond the classroom. Explore opportunities to connect with classmates, find support, get involved, and make the most of living and studying in Cambridge.
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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
[HLS] taught me so much about friendship, inclusion, what the law is, and what the law should be.”
—Jessica Zhao ’22
Getting Started and Navigating HLS
Find Community and Get Involved
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.
Get Support
“There’s a huge support system that’s here to help you.”
—Nicholas Gonzalez JD ’24
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The Well: Health and Wellness at HLS
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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J.D. Advising and Support
Whether you’re looking for advising about academics, careers, research and writing, and more, you have resources.
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Accessibility Services Resources
Harvard Law School is committed to the full inclusion of students with disabilities in the life of the University.
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Academic & Personal Support
The Dean of Students and Office of Community Engagement, Equity, and Belonging (DOS-CEEB) can assist with information and referrals for academic support, including facilitating accommodations or other support in the event of personal or medical emergencies.
“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 Announcements
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New law students: Tour the MA Supreme Judicial Court!
The event will include a panel program with Justice Elizabeth Dewar, others from the law firm and courts pro bono community, as well as law students from other Boston law schools.
September 17, 2026
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Research Assistant needed for Cannabis Rescheduling Research
The Food Law and Policy Clinic is looking for somebody to help research several topics related to the federal government’s pending rescheduling of cannabis. Specific research questions include: How might FDA’s regulatory framework apply to existing state cannabis laws? How might the federal government regulate the production of cannabis? How might FDA regulate food and
September 17, 2026
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Immigration Writing Group
I still have some slots available in my Immigration Writing Group for anyone who is interested! Drafting a paper through a Writing Group satisfies the “analytical paper” graduation requirement. You can write either a one-credit paper (20-25 pages) or two-credit paper (50+ pages). My Writing Group meets six times for two hours each session. The
September 15, 2026
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Prof Spier Seeking RAs
Professor Kathryn Spier is seeking one or more research assistants for a project on structured settlements. Structured settlements separate the agreement to resolve a claim from the payment of settlement funds, raising questions involving financial markets, contracts, taxation, and consumer protection. An interest or background in law and economics would be helpful but is not
September 15, 2026
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Professor Andrew Mergen Seeking Research Assistant
Emmett Assistant Clinical Professor of Environmental Law, Andrew Mergen, is looking for a research assistant for the Fall Semester. Professor Mergen welcomes applications from students with an interest in Environmental Law and Natural Resources Law. The research assistant will help on projects related to the Law & Political Economy of Wildland Fire, the evolution of
September 15, 2026