AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CRIMINAL LAW General Information General membership size: 45 Dues: $40/semester Issues published per year: 2 Banquet/reception: Yes Social events: Yes Awards available: Yes Scholarships available: No Membership Requirements New members Senior members Admin hours required per semester:10 + 3 BBCC’s 10 + 3 BBCC’s Office duty required: None None Vacation duty required per year: None None New member writing required: None Senior member writing required: None General schedule of due dates: N/A Minimum page requirement: N/A Number selected for publication each year: 3–4 Selection Process Grades considered: Yes Essay-only write-on slots: Yes Interview: When necessary New members can begin: Summer, Fall Which students are eligible: Rising 2Ls and 3Ls Narrative The AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CRIMINAL LAW strives to encourage improvement in the administration of criminal justice, publish scholarship on contemporary issues in the criminal law sphere, and connect students with practitioners in the criminal law field. AJCL is one of the top three student-edited legal journals in the nation devoted to exploring current issues in criminal law. Here at the University of Texas, we are the third longest-running law journal. AJCL is published three times a year and is one of the largest circulating and most cited journals at the University of Texas School of Law. Each issue contains articles by law school faculty, members of the judiciary, and practicing attorneys, as well as a significant amount of student work written by AJCL
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AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CRIMINAL LAW
General InformationGeneral membership size: 45Dues: $40/semesterIssues published per year: 2Banquet/reception: YesSocial events: YesAwards available: YesScholarships available: No
Membership Requirements New members Senior membersAdmin hours required per semester: 10 + 3 BBCC’s 10 + 3 BBCC’sOffice duty required: None None Vacation duty required per year: None None
New member writing required: NoneSenior member writing required: NoneGeneral schedule of due dates: N/AMinimum page requirement: N/ANumber selected for publication each year: 3–4
Selection ProcessGrades considered: YesEssay-only write-on slots: YesInterview: When necessaryNew members can begin: Summer, FallWhich students are eligible: Rising 2Ls and 3Ls
NarrativeThe AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CRIMINAL LAW strives to encourage improvement in the administration of criminal justice, publish scholarship on contemporary issues in the criminal law sphere, and connect students with practitioners in the criminal law field. AJCL is one of the top three student-edited legal journals in the nation devoted to exploring current issues in criminal law. Here at the University of Texas, we are the third longest-running law journal. AJCL is published three times a year and is one of the largest circulating and most cited journals at the University of Texas School of Law. Each issue contains articles by law school faculty, members of the judiciary, and practicing attorneys, as well as a significant amount of student work written by AJCL members. AJCL members move on to federal and state court clerkships, become prosecutors and public defenders, and practice criminal and civil law at both large and small law firms. Although no prior experience in criminal law is necessary to contribute to the journal, an interest in the field is important.
Journal Contact InformationContact person: Lucas MengTitle: Editor in ChiefPhone number: 713-269-0148E-mail: [email protected]
TEXAS ENVIRONMENTAL LAW JOURNAL
General InformationGeneral membership size: 35Dues: $75/yearIssues published per year: 3Symposium: YesBanquet/reception: YesSocial events: YesAwards available: YesScholarships available: No
Membership Requirements New members Senior membersAdmin hours required per semester: 15 15Office duty required: None NoneVacation duty required per year: None None
New member writing required: Recent Development articlesSenior member writing required: Recent Development articlesGeneral schedule of due dates: RD articles varyMinimum page requirement: N/ANumber selected for publication each year: N/A
Selection ProcessGrades considered: Yes (some weight given to grades)Essay-only write-on slots: NoneInterview: NoneNew members can begin: FallWhich students are eligible: All students
NarrativeSince the summer of 1990, law students have published the TEXAS ENVIRONMENTAL LAW JOURNAL in association with the Environmental and Natural Resources Law Section of the State Bar of Texas. The student editors work closely with the attorney editors throughout the year. Published three times a year, the Journal gives timely and practical information about developments in environmental law. It includes articles by practitioners and academicians; information about recent developments involving cases, statutes, and rules relevant to environmental law; and notes submitted by law students throughout Texas.
Journal Contact InformationContact person: Lee WinstonTitle: Editor in ChiefPhone number: 972-345-3119E-mail: [email protected]
TEXAS HISPANIC JOURNAL OF LAW AND POLICY
General InformationGeneral membership size: 30Dues: $35Issues published per year: 1–2Symposium: Varies by yearBanquet/reception: Varies by yearSocial events: YesAwards available: Varies by yearScholarships available: Varies by year
Membership Requirements New members Senior membersAdmin hours required per semester: N/A N/AOffice duty required: 12 hrs/semester 12 hrs/semesterVacation duty required per year: None None
New member writing required: Encouraged but not requiredSenior member writing required: Encouraged but not requiredGeneral schedule of due dates: N/AMinimum page requirement: N/ANumber selected for publication each year: N/A
Selection ProcessGrades considered: NoEssay-only write-on slots: OpenInterview: When necessaryNew members can begin: Summer, FallWhich students are eligible: 1Ls, 2Ls, and 3Ls
NarrativeThe TEXAS HISPANIC JOURNAL OF LAW AND POLICY is dedicated to the discussion of Latino legal and public policy issues. THJLP is an academic, neutral forum open to all views for the analysis of novel, significant, or developing legal and public policy issues. THJLP publishes materials from within and outside the legal community as viewed by Latinos and non-Latinos, including scholarly articles, book reviews, and student notes. Membership is open to all students who demonstrate excellence in legal writing and analysis.
General InformationGeneral membership size: 100Dues: $100/year for 2Ls; $60/year for 3LsIssues published per year: 3 – 4Symposium: YesBanquet/reception: YesSocial events: Intramural sports, happy hours, issue parties,
journal mixersAwards available: Outstanding achievement in international law;
Best staff member (1) and editor (2) awards; Best note/comment award
Scholarships available: None
Membership Requirements New members Senior membersHours required per semester: 40 reg. + 10 Final Read 10 reg. + 10 Final Read Office duty required per semester: Final Reads + 1hr/week Final Reads + 1hr/weekVacation duty required per year: None NoneNew member writing required: Student note or comment requiredSenior member writing required: NoneMaximum length requirements: 15,000 words for Notes (including footnotes);
6,000 words for CommentsNumber selected for publication each year: 5 – 6
Selection ProcessGrades considered: Yes, but essay heavily weightedEssay-only write-on slots: NoneInterview: NoneNew members can begin: FallWhich students are eligible: Rising 2Ls and 3Ls
NarrativeThe TEXAS INTERNATIONAL LAW JOURNAL is one of the oldest and most prominent student-published international law journals in the nation. Membership in TILJ provides an opportunity for students to contribute to a storied organization while maintaining a flexible schedule in a collegial environment. As economic integration accelerates and the practice of law within the United States demands a greater understanding of global concerns, TILJ’s international focus proves a useful means of staying abreast of ground-breaking international legal issues. We are dedicated to publishing authoritative scholarly works in areas such as public and private international law, comparative law, and international legal theory. Former authors include prominent scholars and jurists, leading to citations in numerous journals, books, and courts at all levels. Our reputation for excellence attracts leading articles from around the world. For additional information, please visit http://www.tilj.org.
General InformationGeneral membership size: 70Dues: $70/yearIssues published per year: 3Symposium: Yes Banquet/reception: YesSocial events: YesAwards available: Best Semester Staff Editor (2/semester), Best
Overall Staff Member; Best Note (journal competition; cash prize)
Scholarships available: Yes
Membership Requirements New members Senior membersAdmin hours required per semester: 30 20Office duty (counts towards admin hours): None NoneVacation duty required per year: None None
New member writing required: Not required; Encouraged through awardSenior member writing required: Not required; Encouraged through awardGeneral schedule of due dates: N/AMinimum page requirement: N/ANumber selected for publication each year: Decided by State Bar IP Section & TIPLJ board
Selection ProcessGrades considered: NoEssay-only write-on slots: Not limitedInterview: NoNew members can begin: Summer (summer staff), Fall (write-on)Which students are eligible: Rising 2Ls and 3Ls (no previous technical or
IP experience required); please contact TIPLJ to discuss multi-journal membership
NarrativeTIPLJ is a leading IP law journal focused on publishing works of academic and practical value in the areas of patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, and unfair competition law; we strive to be the forum for IP law practitioners, professors, and students around the globe. Sponsorship by the IP Section of the State Bar of Texas allows us to have the largest paid subscription base of law journals published through UT Law. Membership on our journal will provide you with improved writing and editing skills, exposure to a wide variety of current IP legal issues, and social and professional contacts for the future.
General InformationGeneral membership size: 45+/-Dues: $80/yearIssues published per year: 2 (generally 2 notes and 2 articles per issue)Symposium: YesBanquet/reception: TBDSocial events: Happy hours, guest speakers, networking eventsAwards available: NoScholarships available: TBD
Membership Requirements Staff MembersAdmin hours required per semester: 2 staff edits; 4 assignments (1.5 weeks to complete)Office duty required per semester: NoneVacation duty required per year: None
Member writing required: Yes, note required General schedule of due dates: Discuss with submissions editorMinimum page requirement: 20 pages, double-spacedNumber selected for publication each year: 0–1
Selection ProcessGrades considered: OptionalEssay-only write-on slots: No, can apply outside of the write-on processInterview: NoneNew members can begin: Fall or springWhich students are eligible: 1Ls, 2Ls, 3Ls, LLMs
NarrativeThe TEXAS JOURNAL ON CIVIL LIBERTIES & CIVIL RIGHTS is one of the premier civil rights journals in the nation. TJCLCR publishes articles that examine the intersection of law, politics, and society within the areas of civil liberties and civil rights. Founded in 1992, TJCLCR publishes articles by leading scholars and practitioners, and aims to facilitate awareness and discussion among members of the legal community. Journal members also have an opportunity to seek publication of their own student notes; however, it is not necessary to be a member to submit a note. Additionally, TJCLCR hosts a variety of events for its members and the law school community at-large in an effort to promote open, rational discourse among students and scholars.
General InformationGeneral membership size: 100Dues: $60Issues published per year: 2Symposium: Yes (Spring)Banquet/reception: Yes (Spring)Social events: Roundtable luncheons, career panel, happy
Membership Requirements New members Senior membersAdmin hours required per semester: 20 per semester 20 per semesterOffice duty required per semester: 4 administrative credits 4 administrative
credits Vacation duty required per year: None None
Member writing required: 1 blog entry per semester required; note (optional)Number Selected for Publication: No limit for blog posts; 1-2 student notes per
issuePage Requirement: Maximum 1,000 words for blog; 20-40 pages for note
Selection ProcessGrades considered: Yes, 3.30+ GPA preferredEssay-only write-on slots: YesInterview: Only in Spring write-onNew members can begin: Fall, SpringWhich students are eligible: All studentsOptional Statement of Interest: Applicants should include a statement of their
interest in oil, gas, and energy law NarrativeThe TEXAS JOURNAL OF OIL, GAS, AND ENERGY LAW is the premier student-edited publication in the country focusing exclusively on energy law. TJOGEL publishes two volumes of the Journal each academic year and sends a bimonthly newsletter of Journal activities to practitioners and students. TJOGEL is equally committed to traditional oil and gas practice as well as all other forms of energy law and prides itself on its practitioner-friendly focus. In addition to working on Journal operations, editors have the opportunity to attend numerous events, including frequent networking happy hours, monthly roundtable luncheons with attorneys, and the fall Energy Law Career Panel. TJOGEL also hosts the annual Oil, Gas, and Energy Law Symposium and Banquet, where a prominent member of the energy law community is awarded the Ernest E. Smith Lifetime Achievement Award. TJOGEL co-hosted the 2015 Symposium with the Kay Bailey Hutchison Center for Energy Law & Business. The Symposium had record attendance, with over two hundred attorneys and students attending the two-day event. Also in 2015, TJOGEL published The Blackbook: An Oil and Gas Citation and Legal Research Guide. In 2013, TJOGEL published The Selected Works of Ernest E. Smith, a hardcover volume honoring UT Law’s legendary oil and gas professor, Ernest Smith. Please visit tjogel.org for additional information.
General InformationGeneral membership size: 30Dues: $30/semesterIssues published per year: 2Symposium: SpringBanquet/reception: Yes (Spring banquet)Social events: YesAwards available: NoScholarships available: No
Membership Requirements New members Senior membersAdmin hours required per semester: 30 30Office duty required per semester: None NoneVacation duty required per year: None None
New member writing required: No. Writing a note is optional.Senior member writing required: No. Writing a note is optional.General schedule of due dates: N/AMinimum page requirement: N/A Number selected for publication each year: We usually publish 1–2 notes per issue.
Preference given to notes by members.
Selection ProcessGrades considered: Yes, but only as one part of the application as
a whole. Essay-only write-on slots: N/AInterview: OptionalNew members can begin: Fall, SpringWhich students are eligible: Rising 2Ls; transfers; rising 3Ls; joint degree
candidates.
NarrativeBoth men and women are invited to serve as editors. TJWGL is the only academic organization at UT Law that focuses on women’s and gender issues. We celebrate the legal, social, and political advances made by women’s and LGBTQ advocates and enhance the relationship between theoretical and practical perspectives by promoting discourse on gender and the law issues. We are committed to the challenge of presenting an integrated perspective: one that will empower all.
Journal Contact InformationContact person: Alexandra FulcherTitle: Editor in Chief Phone number: 713-885-6381E-mail: [email protected]
TEXAS REVIEW OF ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS LAW
General InformationGeneral membership size: 50-75Dues: $100 one-time feeIssues published per year: 2Symposium: YesBanquet/reception: NoSocial events: Yes (including lunches, happy hours, IM sports, etc.)Awards available: YesScholarships available: No
Membership Requirements New members Senior membersAdmin hours required per semester: 15 15Office duty required per semester: 5 0Vacation duty required per year: 0 0
New member writing required: No Note required, but encouragedSenior member writing required: NoGeneral schedule of due dates: Final draft due late springMinimum page requirement: NoNumber selected for publication each year: 2
Selection ProcessGrades considered: NoEssay-only write-on slots: YesInterview: NoNew members can begin: FallWhich students are eligible: 1Ls, 2Ls and 3Ls; transfer/LLM students
NarrativeEstablished in 1997, TRESL is one of a select few law journals in the United States that exclusively publishes scholarly articles in the specialties of sports law and entertainment law. Past staff members have gone on to successfully pursue careers in both sports law and entertainment law, and TRESL encourages its members to seek and develop a substantive interest in either or both subjects. In selecting new members, we look for a demonstrated interest in sports law and/or entertainment law as evidenced by coursework, previous employment, and extracurricular or community activities.
Journal Contact InformationContact person: Nick McCoyTitle: Editor in ChiefE-mail: [email protected]
THE REVIEW OF LITIGATION
General InformationGeneral membership size: 50-60Dues: $60/semester Issues published per year: 4Symposium: Yes (Partnership with AALS)Banquet/reception: YesSocial events: Happy hours, IM sports, tailgates, and othersAwards available: Best Note, Best Staff MemberScholarships available: Above awards include monetary prizes
Membership Requirements New members Senior membersAdmin hours required per semester: 30 NoneOffice duty required: 2 hours/week NoneVacation duty required per year: None None
New member writing required: Student noteSenior member writing required: NoneGeneral schedule of due dates: Student note due by end of MayMinimum page requirement: 20 double-spaced pagesNumber selected for publication each year: 9-12
Selection ProcessGrades considered: YesEssay-only write-on slots: YesInterview: NoneNew members can begin: FallWhich students are eligible: Rising 2Ls and 3Ls
NarrativeTHE REVIEW OF LITIGATION is a student-managed publication devoted to the process of litigation. THE REVIEW balances the interests of academia with pragmatic issues important to practicing attorneys and judges. Published articles not only address issues pertinent to litigation practice, but also comment on substantive and theoretical aspects of the law. While the journal’s focus is litigation, our staff includes students interested in both litigation and transactional work. In the recent past, a Washington and Lee University School of Law survey ranked THE REVIEW as the third-most-cited student-edited specialty journal in terms of federal- and state-court citations. THE REVIEW was even cited by the U.S. Supreme Court in 2011. Please see http://www.thereviewoflitigation.org/ for more information.
General InformationGeneral membership size: 40–50Dues: $0Issues published per year: 2 (fall and spring)Symposium: NoBanquet/reception: Yes (Jurist of the Year Banquet every spring)Social events: Yes (usually 2–4 per semester)Awards available: Yes (awarded at Banquet)Scholarships available: $500–$1000 scholarships given to award recipients
Membership RequirementsAdmin hours required per semester: 0Office duty required per semester: 18–35 (depends on several factors)Vacation duty required per year: NoNew member writing required: NoSenior member writing required: NoGeneral schedule of due dates: N/AMinimum page requirement: N/ANumber selected for publication each year: N/A
Selection ProcessGrades considered: YesEssay-only write-on slots: YesInterview: NoNew members can begin: September 2016 for summer write-onWhich students are eligible: All law students
NarrativeThe TEXAS REVIEW OF LAW & POLITICS (TROLP) has a two-pronged mission: First, to publish thoughtful and intellectually rigorous conservative and libertarian scholarship that can serve as blueprints for constructive legal reform. Second, to connect right-leaning law students with the broader legal community that shares our core values, including lawyers, government officials, and (especially) judges.We highly encourage conservative and libertarian students selected for membership on the TEXAS LAW REVIEW (TLR) to consider dual-membership on TROLP, especially if they are interested in clerking for a right-leaning judge. Our Managing Editor, himself a dual-member of TLR and TROLP, will reduce those students’ TROLP requirements in order to accommodate TLR requirements.In short, if you’re interested in joining one of the strongest Texas-based conservative and libertarian networks in the country—a network that includes Judge Jennifer Elrod (5th Cir.), Justice Nathan Hecht (Texas Supreme Court), Justice Don Willett (Texas Supreme Court), and Governor Greg Abbott on its Board of Advisors, and has honored Justice Clarence Thomas, Justice Antonin Scalia, Judge Edith Jones (5th Cir.), Judge Jerry Smith (5th Cir.), and Judge Priscilla Owen (5th Cir.) at its annual Jurist of the Year Banquet—write on to TROLP!
General InformationApproximate membership size: 90Dues: $90 One-time feeIssues published per year: 7Symposium: Yes (Spring)Banquet/reception: Yes (Spring)Social events: Issue parties, welcome party, intramural
sports, informal happy hours, banquetAwards available: Outstanding Note and Editor awardsScholarships available: Yes; General Membership, Note Awards,
Public Interest Stipend (including 2L summer work and bar prep/expenses).
Membership Requirements New members Senior membersAdmin hours required per semester: 75 (fall)/ 45 (spring) 45Office duty required: 5 days/semester NoneVacation duty required per year: 5 days/year None
New member writing required: Yes—Student Note of publishable qualitySenior member writing required: NoneStudent Note Due Dates: August of 3L year for 2L members and May
of 3L year for new 3L membersMinimum page requirement: 20 double-spaced pages (subject to change)Number selected for publication each year: 12 (subject to change)
Selection ProcessGrades considered: Yes (except for 10 essay-only slots)Essay-only write-on slots: 10 (out of approximately 46 slots)Interview: NoneNew members can begin: Fall Which students are eligible: Rising 2Ls; rising 3Ls (essay-only slots); joint
degree students
NarrativeTEXAS LAW REVIEW is one of the most respected legal journals in the nation, and we consistently outrank the university. We publish scholarly writings on a wide variety of topics, including articles, book reviews, and student notes. Members acquire valuable legal skills and experience, get exposed to cutting-edge legal ideas, and get the chance to be a part of a community of talented students with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Please visit www.texaslrev.com for more information.
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