Legal Writing Competitions

Thomas Jefferson School of Law encourages its students to explore and enter a variety of legal writing competitions. Writing competitions are a great way to refine your writing skills and develop your resume. 

 

The link below lists different writing competitions and associated scholarships for law students. Those interested in writing a scholarly paper can review the list provided for topics and upcoming deadlines. Please contact the sponsor of the contest through the listed URL or email address for details and submission criteria.

 

 

Legal Writing Competitions List

 

 

Additional Writing Competitions:

 

University of Connecticut Writing Competition Announcement

 

The Committee on Animals and the Law of the New York State Bar Association 5th Annual Writing Competition Announcement and Rules