CUNY Law Italian American Legal Association

About CUNY Law Italian American Legal Association

The Italian American Legal Association at CUNY Law represents the intersection of cultural identity and legal education in Long Island City, NY. As a student organization at the City University of New York School of Law, it serves as a community space where Italian American students can explore their heritage while developing into lawyers committed to social justice and public interest work.

CUNY Law's founding mission in 1983 centered on making legal education more accessible and training lawyers dedicated to social good. The Italian American Legal Association embodies this spirit by creating intentional community among students who bring diverse experiences and perspectives to their legal studies. The organization recognizes that diversity of background, experience, and thought generates valuable learning and strengthens the legal profession's capacity to address systemic injustices.

Located in the heart of Long Island City, Queens—a borough celebrated for its incredible diversity—the association connects students to CUNY Law's broader commitment to equity, inclusivity, and the pursuit of justice. The school's community values are rooted in awareness of racism, discrimination, and intersecting oppressions, with sustained effort toward redressing inequities. The Italian American Legal Association provides a cultural home within this justice-oriented community.

As part of CUNY Law's student affairs programming, the association organizes cultural events, social gatherings, and professional development activities that strengthen bonds among members and celebrate Italian American contributions to law and society. Through mentorship, networking, and shared commitment to public interest lawyering, the organization supports students in their legal education journey while honoring their cultural identity and values.

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