Who We Are

We stand for freedom, separation of powers, and judicial restraint.

The Federalist Society for Law and Public Policy Studies 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, that the separation of governmental powers is central to our Constitution, and that it is emphatically the province and duty of the judiciary to say what the law is, not what it should be. The Society seeks both to promote an awareness of these principles and to further their application through its activities.

Our Chapter Motto: Debate, Discuss, Decide.

Why Join:

  • Sharpen Your Thinking

    Attend debates with leading experts and engage in lively discussions on today’s most pressing constitutional and legal issues.

  • Build Your Network

    Connect with judges, scholars, and attorneys at the top of the profession.

  • Find Opportunities

    Our members are strongly represented in the nation’s most competitive clerkships, firms, and government positions.

  • Access Exclusive Events & Mentorship

    Gain access to lectures, panels, and mentorship opportunities with leading voices in law.