American Association of Law Schools

The American Association of Law Schools (AALS) is a professional organization founded in 1900 that supports legal education in the United States. It works to improve law schools, promote academic excellence, and ensure high standards in legal education. AALS organizes conferences, publishes research, and encourages collaboration among law faculty. Membership includes law schools, educators, and law students, fostering a community aimed at advancing legal scholarship and teaching. By setting standards and facilitating dialogue, AALS plays a key role in shaping the future of legal education and the legal profession as a whole.