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How can lawyers advocate to ensure that everyone has access to the law?
How can lawyers become makers of social change?
How can lawyers work in collaboration and respect with affected communities?
How can lawyers shape justice?


2020 Program
Shaping Justice is an annual conference of students, attorneys, and advocates dedicated to transforming the law in order to advance justice. The fourth annual Shaping Justice conference, titled "Shaping Justice by Engaging Communities," will take place 
February 7, 2020 at the University of Virginia School of Law. This year's conference will feature keynote speaker Reginald Dwayne Betts, a critically acclaimed writer, poet, and advocate for criminal justice reform. Other events include panels, networking opportunities, and an awards lunch honoring UVA Law alumni who have dedicated their careers to shaping justice.

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​Sponsored by the Public Interest Law Association, the Program in Law and Public Service, and Mortimer Caplin Public Service Center

Past Conferences

2019 Conference
2019 Program
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Check out the keynote speech by Larry Krasner, Philadelphia's District Attorney.
Read about the conference:
'3rd Annual Shaping Justice Conference to Feature Philadelphia District Attorney' by Mike Fox
'Shaping Justice Brings Public Service Community Together to Explore Creative Solutions' by Mike Fox
'The Shape of Justice' by Michael Schmid


​2018 Shaping Justice Conference
​2018 Program

Read about the conference:
'Shaping Justice' Brings Public Service Community Together in 'Age of Uncertainty' by Mike Fox
Shaping Justice Conference Inspires, Activates Students by Ryan Snow
PETA's Top Lawyer Nabs UVA Award for 'Extraordinary Achievement' by PETA
Jeree Thomas to be Honored for Public Service Work by Skadden Foundation
Second Annual Shaping Justice Conference to Feature Civil Rights Leader by Mary Wood
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2017 Shaping Justice Conference
​2017 Program

Check out the keynote speech by Robin Steinberg, founder of the Bronx Defenders.​ 
Read about the conference:
Public Service Community Comes Together to 'Shape Justice' by Alec Sieber
Shaping Justice Conference by Alex Haden
Lawyers Shaping Justice by Emily Mordecai
Shaping Justice Awards: 6 to Be Honored by UVA Law for Outstanding Public Service by Eric Williamson
'Shaping Justice' Conference Will Honor UVA Law's Public Service Legacy by Alec Sieber

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  • Home
  • About PILA
    • Officers
    • Constitution
    • Bylaws
  • News
  • PILA Grants
    • PILA Grant Fast Facts
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Alternative Funding
  • PILA Auction & Other Fundraising Efforts
    • Graduation Housing
  • Alternative Spring Break
  • Public Service at UVA Law
  • Awards
    • Claire Corcoran Award
    • SHAPING JUSTICE AWARD
  • Shaping Justice Conference
    • About
    • 2021 Program
    • 2020 Program >
      • 2020 Keynote Speaker
    • 2019 Program >
      • Keynote Speaker
    • Registration
    • Getting Here