Christian Legal Society | Law School Fellows
Training students in biblical truth
Thinking About Faith and Law?
What does it mean to practice law faithfully as a Christian? How should our understanding of God, His creation, and His purposes shape the way we study and practice law?
The CLS Law School Fellows program is a week-long summer program that explores the theological and philosophical foundations of law and their implications for legal study and practice. Through rigorous instruction, discussion, and Christian community, you will develop a biblical understanding of law, justice, and professional vocation. Our goal is not simply to help you be a better attorney, but to help you become the kind of person who can practice law faithfully, foster the common good, and serve God through your vocation.
All travel, lodging, meals, and program expenses are covered.
Any current 1L or 2L who is a member of the national Christian Legal Society organization is eligible to apply. To become a student member of CLS, click here.
APPLICATION PERIOD: November 1, 2026-March 7, 2027
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
(Romans 12:2)
World-Class Faculty
and Instruction
This program will challenge you to pursue the practice of law with wisdom and humility and as a means of loving your neighbors. You will learn from accomplished professors and attorneys through a focused study of the jurisprudential and theological foundations of law, moral formation, professional integrity, the doctrine of vocation, and service to others. Through instruction and discussion, you will look beyond the unhealthy pressures of legal education to reflect on your calling and the kind of attorney—and person—you are becoming.
The Legal Profession
Needs This Program
Legal education often emphasizes technical competence while neglecting character formation and the moral foundations of law. But we cannot separate the practice of law from questions of morality, justice, and human flourishing.
This program gives you the opportunity to examine these questions through a Christian worldview and consider how the gospel should shape our professional lives. The aim of the program is to prepare a new generation of attorneys who are committed to a life of integrity and faithfulness, pursuing their careers in a manner worthy of our calling (Ephesians 4:1).
This Isn’t Just Another
Week in the Classroom
You will learn from faculty, mentors, and one another through lectures, small groups, and roundtable discussions. Morning devotionals and worship are also central to our time together, and you will have opportunities to explore Washington, D.C., enjoy shared activities, and build lasting friendships with the other participants.
Law school can be isolating. This program offers space for you to ask deeper questions and connect with others who take seriously the relationship between Christian faith and the practice of law. You will be equipped to return to campus and enter the legal profession with a stronger sense of calling and a lasting community that will sustain you throughout your career, no matter what direction your career path takes.
For questions or additional information, please email: lsm@clsnet.org.
For additional information or if you have questions please email lsm@clsnet.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
May 16 – 22, 2027.
Washington, D.C.
Any current 1L or 2L who is a member of the national Christian Legal Society organization is eligible to apply. If you’re not currently a member, you can join by clicking here.
Selection is based on academic excellence, commitment to the program’s mission, character, and spiritual maturity. Because the program is designed to provide foundational material from a Christian perspective, students from schools that do not teach from this perspective will be given added preference.
Christian Legal Society covers the cost for all program materials, instruction, travel to and from Washington, D.C., lodging, and meals. You are responsible for any incidental expenses.
You can submit your application anytime from November 1, 2026, through March 7, 2027.
All application materials must be uploaded by 11:59 PM EST on March 7, 2027.
You will need to complete the online application, which includes:
- Personal contact information,
- A current resume or CV in PDF format,
- Responses to the application questions (100-300 words per response is recommended), and
- Contact information for two references who are not family members.
We will notify you by email by March 27, 2027. Requests for early decisions will be considered. If accepted, you will need to complete a letter of acceptance and participation agreement to confirm enrollment.
Classes typically include 25-40 students.
We anticipate limiting acceptance to two students per law school to encourage a community with a broad range of perspectives and experiences.
Yes. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory. You should plan to participate in sessions and activities from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday. You will need to arrive before 5:00 p.m. on Sunday and depart after 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. There will be limited free time and some optional activities/meals during the week.
The goal of the program is to create a scholarly community around the topics of vocational stewardship, Christian jurisprudence, and moral formation. Faculty speak on vocation and calling; legal ethics; morality and integrity in the context of law practice; jurisprudence, biblical law, and natural law; religious freedom; and Christian service. They teach from a Christian perspective, with an understanding that God’s redemptive work can transform not only lawyers and law students, but also legal institutions and law firms.
Please contact lsm@clsnet.org with questions about the program.