The Texas Federalist Society. Ideas Welcome.

About Us:

The Texas Federalist Society is a group of moderate, conservative and libertarian law students who believe in promoting civil discourse and open debate. With over 150 registered members, the Society is proud to be the largest student organization at the law school. The Federalist Society has over 40,000 members nationwide with Student Chapters at 200 law schools and Lawyers Chapters in 70 cities.

Strictly non-partisan, the Society exists to promote an awareness of the principles that the state exists to preserve liberty, that the separation of powers is central to our Constitution, and that it is the province of the judiciary to say what the law is, not what it should be and to further their application through debate and discourse. The Society seeks to bring the nation’s top legal minds to speak at the law school and hosts an average of 20 or more speakers and judges each year.

The Texas Federalist Society has a long history at UT Law. Founded in 1983, the chapter maintains a place of historical importance as one of the Federalist Society's inaugural chapters. Texas Federalist alumni have gone on to practice law in Texas and around the world, found businesses and serve in the highest levels of government. The Texas Federalist Society maintains one of the largest and most active memberships in the country.

Upcoming Events:

There are a number of exciting events scheduled for the Spring 2012 semester. We will post them as they are confirmed.