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PRE-LEGAL HONOR SOCIETY
All UF students are welcome! PLHS informs members about the legal field, assists them with applying to law school, and creates meaningful connections and relationships that enhance our members' undergraduate experiences!
MEMBERSHIP
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
PLHS has an exclusive partnership with TestMasters and offers our members many benefits:
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Mock LSAT sessions and LSAT workshops with TestMasters representatives
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$400 discount for Classroom LSAT Course (in-person)
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$400 discount for Live Online LSAT Course (via Zoom)
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$200 discount for Online LSAT Course (asynchronous)
We also offer 1 full scholarship for the most active member each semester!
OTHER BENEFITS:
Networking with our speakers, other PLHS members, law students, and local attorneys and judges
Dues include all activities and events thrown by our directors, as well as our special events
Members have received help with applying to law school, getting internships, and job opportunities through PLHS
How do I join?
It's EASY! All you have to do is pay dues and attend our events so you can earn points and be considered an active member of PLHS! Join our social media to stay updated on events!
LAW-RELATED
LSAT workshops, law school tours, events with local attorneys, resume & personal statement writing, law firm tours, events with UF Law Deans, etc.
MENTOR/MENTEE
Newer members are paired with either older members or law students. Their events include bonding, resume help, and discussions about internship opportunities and how to apply to law school
INTERNAL AFFAIRS
Fun social events such as painting in the plaza, picnics at depot park, semi-annual murder mystery event, escape rooms, pizza at the stadium, etc. These events promote bonding within our organization and allow our members to mingle in a casual way
INTRAMURALS
Active and sporting events such as ping pong, yoga, volleyball, pickleball tournaments, etc. PLHS promotes both mental and physical wellness in our members
MOCK TRIAL
PLHS has both an in-house and competitive mock trial team. Our competitive mock trial team competes against other UF mock trial teams such as Phi Alpha Delta
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Members volunteer around the local Gainesville community at places like Shands Hospital and Ronald McDonald House, and participate in campus clean ups and make crafts for local nonprofits
SPECIAL EVENTS
Special events includes our Fall and Spring retreats held at places like Lake Wauburg, and the banquets, which have been held at venues such as the stadium and the Wooly. We also co-host the annual Spring event Law in the Swamp, where students can network with law school representatives, test-preparation companies, and other pre-law organizations
DIVERSITY
These events are about promoting awareness about diversity and various topics, including events such as Pride jeopardy, self-love bracelet making, Women's History Month bingo, and discussions with attorneys on diversity in the legal field
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Our public relations directors maintain our social media, table at organization fairs, and highlight our members on social media for their accomplishments
FUNDRAISING
PLHS hosts fundraisers such as selling merchandise like t-shirts, pens, and buttons, as well as having fundraisers at local businesses in Gainesville
Join Our Mock Trial Team!
PLHS members have the opportunity to participate in our mock trial program, which is composed of both in-house and competitive teams. Our cases run on a semester basis and meetings are designed to teach the necessary skills for competing in mock trial competitions, with both civil and criminal cases. The semester concludes with tournaments for both the in-house and competitive teams!
IN-HOUSE v. COMPETITIVE teams
Our in-house team is an introduction to mock trial and a great learning experience, while our competitive team offers a unique opportunity for experienced individuals to compete at a higher level.
Requirements
Mock trial members must be PLHS members (pay dues and meet their point requirements). Mock trial practices are worth 4 points each, and are mandatory for mock trial team members!
2023-2024 Executive Board
PAYTON DAVIS
SYDNEY PERKINS
MICAELA MIGUEL RAMIREZ
ALYSSA TEPHFORD
PRESIDENT
Phone: 813-480-2049
VICE PRESIDENT
Phone: 954-732-5277
TREASURER
Phone: 561-294-7963
SECRETARY
Phone: 954-203-0499
2023-2024 Directors
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Megan McCully
Susan Rossano
FUNDRAISING
Drew Okun
Colin McDermott
INTRAMURALS
Parker Quisling
Davis Tolar
MENTOR/MENTEE
Mahima Kedlaya
Helena Koroshetz
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Peyton Harris
Breanna Gallo
DIVERSITY
Kirby Clark
Maria Hernandez Rea
INTERNAL AFFAIRS
Eliza Greenwald
Raquel Alvarado
LAW-RELATED
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Gabrielle Goldberg
Anthony Esquivel
MOCK TRIAL
Samantha Hannon
Trisha Mutha
SPECIAL EVENTS
Mya Rudolph
Mariana Mejia
OUR MISSION
The Pre-Legal Honor Society is an organization aimed at orienting undergraduate students with the legal profession and law school. We hope to achieve this through meetings in which we will hear speakers from the legal community, engage in community service projects, disseminate internship information, learn about law schools, and engage in other pre-law activities.
Pre-Legal Honor Society offers a variety of events and opportunities that prepare students for applying to law school and entering the legal field, and enhances their undergraduate experience as a pre-law student.
PLHS ALUMNI
Mason Stage
University of Miami Law '22
Restructuring Analyst for Alvarez & Marsal
Christian Knappins
Georgetown Law '21
Associate Attorney for Molhem & Fraley
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Learn more about how PLHS helped these members succeed! "PLHS has had an immeasurable impact on my education and career path. I found multiple opportunities and developed numerous skills that helped me perform better in my classes, prepare for law school applications, and make a decision about which law school was right for me." -Sydney Leifermann "As a first-generation college student, it was really difficult for me to understand the intricacies of the legal career and where to begin. Through my involvement in PLHS, I learned everything I needed to about the law school application process, the LSAT, and made meaningful connections with professionals in the field and students just like myself." -Anokhi Patel "After getting involved in mock trial, I fell in love with the community and PLHS made me certain I wanted to be an attorney by providng all the resources to make the decision, build a network, and apply to law school." -Alexandra Quintana "Serving as the President of PLHS provided me with a community of pre-law students that I could rely on in and out of the classroom. PLHS allowed me to explore my interests in the legal field and strengthen my own leadership skills before I entered law school." -Sharon Shenderovskiy "PLHS is not just an organization; it represents a community of individuals driven to make a difference in the legal field. Pre-Legal Honor Society's commitment to student well-being, leadership development, civic engagement, inclusivity, and community building made a significant impact on my journey to law school, and will continue to do so for other students in years to come." -Jordan Blum
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