Welcome to the Journal of Law & Public Affairs!
Welcome to our website! The Journal of Law & Public Affairs is an independent journal, produced by students at the University of Pennsylvania Law School, that aims to publish thought-provoking articles on contemporary federal, state, and local policies. The Journal is non-partisan and designed to serve as a research tool for policymakers, practitioners, judges, students, and all interested readers.
We welcome you to explore our website to read our recently published articles, review our submission process, learn about our most recent symposium, and meet our board members.
Sincerely,
The Editorial Board
Volume 3
Journal of Law & Public Affairs
UPCOMING EVENTS
ARTICLE SUBMISSION
The Journal is now accepting submissions for Volume 4.
DISCUSSIONS
The Journal frequently invites scholars, government agencies, and other political actors to discuss current issues surrounding law and public affairs. At the end of each discussion, the Journal publishes a synopsis of the discussion and welcomes response. Below is a synopsis of our most recent discussion.
JLPA Seminar in Review (2016-2017)
Congressman Hank Johnson – The Powell Memorandum and the Rise of Mandatory Arbitration
Representative Hank Johnson - The Powell Memorandum and the Rise of Mandatory Arbitration a seminar discussion presented by the Journal of Law & Public Affairs March 4, 2016 Background Elliot Choi, Associate Editor Congressman Hank Johnson for Georgia’s 4th...
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Samantha A. Arena, a third year student at Penn Law, currently serves as the Editor in Chief of the Journal of Law & Public Affairs. After graduation from Penn Law, Samm aspires to serve her community by working as a prosecutor.