Get Involved with UCD Law Society

The UCD Law Society is an essential part of the UCD Law experience. Whether you’re interested in social events, professional development, or advocacy and debating competitions, there’s something for you here.

Our events, debates, and law related competitions provide the perfect platform to enhance your legal education while having fun along the way.

Join a community of students passionate about the law, and take part in a variety of activities that will shape your student experience!

Ways to Get Involved

Attend Our Events

  • Attend our careers events and panel discussions featuring industry professionals and leading academics.

  • Come along to our weekly house debates to hear interesting perspectives and participate in some of Ireland's leading student discource.

  • Beyond these more formal events, we do weekly coffee mornings, socials, and bigger occasions like the Law Ball and more.

Join Our Committee

  • Being a part of the LawSoc committee is an opportunity open to all UCD students.

  • There are a litany of teams you can get involved in, ranging from debating, advocacy, event planning, and more.

  • You can make friends for life, get the chance to be part of something special, and get our famous red jumper!

Get Involved in Advocacy

  • Compete in Mooting and Mock Trial competitions to hone your public speaking and advocacy skills.

  • Get an introduction into the world of advocacy and legal skills, that will stand towards your future career.

  • These compettions take place both at home and futher afield, so the opportunity to travel may present itself!

Compete for LawSoc in Debating Competitions

  • Compete for the UCD Law Society, one of Ireland's most prominent debting unions, in one of many external competitions during the year.
  • Meet some interesting people, see some cool places (Copenhagen, Champagne, Oxford, and more), and have a once in a lifetime experience with us!

If you want to make the most of your time in UCD, getting involved in LawSoc is quintiessential. We offer opportunities for personal and professional growth, as well as plenty of chances to get to know your fellow students.

Stay updated on events by following us on Instagram @ucdlawsoc or explore our website to learn more and get started!