Lewis & Clark OUTLAW

Lewis & Clark OutLaw is a dedicated student organization at Lewis & Clark College's Northwestern law school in Portland, OR, providing comprehensive support and advocacy for LGBTQ+ law students and their allies. The organization serves as a vital forum where lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning law students can connect, exchange ideas, and build meaningful community within the legal education environment.

OutLaw organizes and facilitates a robust calendar of events designed to engage the law school community and address pertinent legal and political issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community. The organization hosts regular general informational meetings throughout the academic year, typically convening 2-3 times annually to discuss upcoming initiatives and gather member input on desired programming. Beyond general meetings, OutLaw coordinates multiple recurring events each year, including popular social gatherings like Trivia Night, professional development opportunities such as the LGBTQ Attorney panel, and signature celebrations including the annual Drag Show.

The organization also delivers specialized programming through panels, lectures, trainings, and forums that bring critical legal perspectives to the law school campus. OutLaw's mentorship program connects law students with experienced mentors in the legal profession, offering guidance and professional networking opportunities. The organization operates with a strong commitment to intersectionality, recognizing that members experience overlapping identities and forms of oppression. OutLaw actively builds coalitions with other student affinity groups and communities, fostering understanding and collaboration across the Portland law school community. The organization maintains clear community guidelines emphasizing respect, inclusivity, and safe space principles for all participants.