Christian Legal Society at Washburn Law

The Christian Legal Society at Washburn Law is a student organization dedicated to fostering professional development and community engagement within Washburn University's law school in Topeka, Kansas. As part of one of Kansas's premier legal institutions, this organization connects law students with opportunities to integrate their faith and legal practice while building meaningful professional relationships.

Washburn University School of Law, nestled in Topeka, offers a comprehensive curriculum combining classroom instruction with real-world legal experience. The law school provides students with 17 specialty areas including natural resources law, business and transactional law, tribal law, advocacy, criminal law, civil law, and intellectual property. Through seven Centers for Excellence—spanning Advocacy, Business & Transactional, Children & Family, Intellectual Property & Technology, International & Comparative, Law & Government, and Oil & Gas—students gain cutting-edge research and practical training opportunities.

The Christian Legal Society at Washburn Law serves as a community within the larger law school, providing networking, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for students seeking to align their legal careers with Christian values. Members benefit from access to Washburn Law's exceptional faculty, a mix of esteemed scholars and seasoned practitioners committed to nurturing the next generation of legal leaders. The organization operates within a student-centered environment where the smaller student body ensures personalized attention and close-knit community bonds.

Located in Topeka, Kansas's capital city, Washburn Law offers students a supportive environment with low cost of living and easy access to state government and various legal institutions. The organization's members participate in the broader Washburn Law experience, which emphasizes practical, hands-on learning through externships, clinical experiences, and internships that prepare graduates not only for bar passage but for launching successful legal careers grounded in integrity and community service.