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The Williams College Law Journal (WCLJ), the publication of the Williams College Law Society, is devoted to the scholarly discussion of legal subjects and is edited and produced by students at Williams College.
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The Williams College Law Journal (WCLJ), the publication of the Williams College Law Society, is devoted to the scholarly discussion of legal subjects and issues related to justice.
  
 
'''Editorial Board of the Law Journal'''
 
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Founder & Executive Editor: Jessica de la Cuesta (jnd1)
 
Founder & Executive Editor: Jessica de la Cuesta (jnd1)
  
Recently founded in April 2011, the purpose of the Law Journal is to encourage and provide an outlet for undergraduates with an interest in the field of law so that they have the opportunity to present a tangible result of their hard work, either as contributors to, or editors of the journal. The journal also aims to educate Williams students interested in pursuing law after college by exposing them to legal professionals and professors. Undergraduates from not only Williams, but also colleges and universities across the country will be encouraged to publish their research and work in law and the liberal arts.  
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Founded in April 2011 by Jessica de la Cuesta '12, the purpose of the Journal is to both provide a written outlet for undergraduates with an interest in the field of law and to generally educate students by exposing them to legal discourse.
  
The WCLJ has five sections: U.S. Law, International Law, Interviews, Law Schools and Internships, and Book & Film Reviews. The journal will be published 2-3 times per academic year. The WCLJ is accepting papers year-round for forthcoming issues. Submissions will be considered within 2-3 weeks of receipt and chosen for successive issues based on publication deadlines. Papers written by students for classes are welcome as is work specifically written for publication in the journal.  
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Undergraduates from not only Williams, but also colleges and universities across the country are encouraged to publish their essays and papers in law and the liberal arts.
  
Students can submit essays covering a wide range of topics, not only dealing with recent cases and legislation, but also examining such topics as legal philosophy, legal history, and public policy. If you have anything you feel contributes to the field, the journal welcomes the submission.  
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The WCLJ is currently accepting papers for its forthcoming issues. Students can submit essays covering a wide range of topics, not only dealing with recent cases and legislation, but also examining such topics as legal theory, legal history, public policy, and issues related to legal/social justice. Papers written by students for academic courses are welcome, as is work specifically written for publication in the journal. If you have anything you feel contributes to the field, the journal welcomes your submission.
  
You can submit your essay or article at http://williamscollegelawsociety.com/lawjournal/submit/
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You can submit your essay or article to http://williamscollegelawsociety.com/lawjournal/submit/
  
  

Revision as of 23:51, November 25, 2011


The Williams College Law Journal (WCLJ), the publication of the Williams College Law Society, is devoted to the scholarly discussion of legal subjects and issues related to justice.

Editorial Board of the Law Journal

Editor-in-Chief: Corbin Chu (ccc4)

Founder & Executive Editor: Jessica de la Cuesta (jnd1)

Founded in April 2011 by Jessica de la Cuesta '12, the purpose of the Journal is to both provide a written outlet for undergraduates with an interest in the field of law and to generally educate students by exposing them to legal discourse.

Undergraduates from not only Williams, but also colleges and universities across the country are encouraged to publish their essays and papers in law and the liberal arts.

The WCLJ is currently accepting papers for its forthcoming issues. Students can submit essays covering a wide range of topics, not only dealing with recent cases and legislation, but also examining such topics as legal theory, legal history, public policy, and issues related to legal/social justice. Papers written by students for academic courses are welcome, as is work specifically written for publication in the journal. If you have anything you feel contributes to the field, the journal welcomes your submission.

You can submit your essay or article to http://williamscollegelawsociety.com/lawjournal/submit/


For more info, visit our website: http://williamscollegelawsociety.com/lawjournal

or check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Williams-College-Law-Journal/214560738553996