UNL Christian Legal Society

The UNL Christian Legal Society is a student organization at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln's College of Law, dedicated to fostering professional development and career advancement for law students in Lincoln, NE. As part of Nebraska Law's comprehensive support system, the organization connects with the Career Development Office, which provides essential resources including individual counseling, educational programming, and interviewing opportunities. The College of Law at UNL is recognized as a Best Law School for Your Money by Money Magazine (2023) and maintains one of the lowest debt burdens among U.S. law schools according to U.S. News and World Report (2020). Students benefit from a high-quality, Big Ten legal education delivered by faculty actively engaged in addressing real-world problems through legal research, scholarship, and programming. The Career Development Office offers comprehensive support through services including externship program development, online and print resources, and access to the Nebraska Law Career Portal for job postings and resume collections. Throughout the academic year, the office coordinates major recruitment events such as On-Campus Interviews (OCI), firm receptions, mock interviews, and the Rural Practice Interview program. The organization serves law students and alumni seeking to develop their professional networks and explore diverse career opportunities in the legal field. With a 50% full-time, long-term graduate employment rate and a 20% ultimate two-year bar passage rate (2024), Nebraska Law graduates are well-prepared for successful legal careers. The UNL Christian Legal Society provides a faith-based community for students navigating their legal education and professional development journey.