Association of Legal Writing Directors

The Association of Legal Writing Directors (ALWD) is a professional organization focused on improving legal writing education in law schools. It supports law professors who teach legal writing, offering resources, networking opportunities, and best practices to enhance their teaching methods. ALWD also aims to promote the importance of legal writing skills for law students, ensuring they become effective communicators in the legal profession. By fostering collaboration among educators, the association helps advance the standards and quality of legal writing instruction nationwide.