UC Law Out & Allies
University of Cincinnati
About UC Law Out & Allies
UC Law Out & Allies is a student organization at the University of Cincinnati College of Law, located in Cincinnati, Ohio, serving as a cornerstone of community and belonging within one of the nation's oldest and most distinguished law schools. Founded in 1833, the University of Cincinnati College of Law stands among an elite group of institutions alongside Harvard, Yale, and UVA, with a two-century legacy of training lawyers committed to pursuing justice.
This organization creates meaningful connections among students who share values of inclusivity, diversity, and professional growth. Members are part of a supportive law school community that prioritizes intimate, distinctive legal education while leveraging the resources of a major research university. The Cincinnati Law experience emphasizes both personal development and professional excellence, with students benefiting from mentorship by accomplished alumni and faculty who are leaders across corporate boardrooms and influential public interest organizations.
UC Law Out & Allies operates within a law school recognized nationally for its social justice commitment and innovation in legal education. The institution's Ohio Innocence Project has freed 42 individuals who together served over 800 years in prison for crimes they did not commit—a testament to the school's dedication to defending the wrongfully convicted and fighting for human rights. Located in the vibrant Clifton Heights neighborhood, the organization connects students to Cincinnati's thriving legal community and a network of over 800 law firms, courts, and government agencies.
Members of UC Law Out & Allies benefit from the school's FlexTime program, international partnerships, and three dual-degree offerings. The organization exemplifies Cincinnati Law's mission to educate and inspire leaders who elevate justice and create positive, lasting change in their communities and beyond.