Welcome

Founded in 1991, ELS - The ELSA Lawyers Society is the international alumni association of ELSA - The European Law Students' Association. ELSA was founded in 1981 by five men, who are now honorary members of ELS

ELS offers its currently almost 600 members a natural continuation of ELSA upon graduation, but tailored to"postgraduate" interests, time constraints and budget. The aims of ELS were expressed in the Statutes as follows:

RECALLING that the aim of ELS is to bring together lawyers and other members all over Europe who have been part of or who have supported the ELSA network and structure or who wish to do so now and in the future; to enhance the exchange of knowledge and experiences and to create and maintain personal contacts amongst lawyers in Europe;

ELS is governed by the Assembly Meeting (AM) which is normally organised once a year, in conjunction with ELSA's Autumn International Council Meeting. Day to day management of the association and implementation of decisions taken by the AM is in the hands of the Executive Committee (the Exec).

Membership of ELS is open to all ELSA members that are close to graduation and those that were ELSA members and have already graduated. Outsiders that support ELS and ELSA’s aims are welcome if their application is supported by two members.

Our activities

  • We maintain an online Directory, with and for all members, including their personal and professional information;
  • ELS members can participate at ELS and ELSA meetings and activities throughout the year;
  • Regular updates on ELS, ELSA and our members are provided through our website, newsletter and mailing-list;
  • ELS supports ELSA, financially and in-kind. Financial assistance includes the ELS Scholarships, as well as other ad hoc purposes. In-kind support can vary, from helping ELSA find sponsors, lecturers and trainers, or giving professional advice and expertise.

Source of information: ELS Web site.