Membership

Introducing the GACR Legal Network Membership

Joining the official state affiliate of the College Republican National Committee, the Georgia Association of College Republicans Legal Network, is about more than just becoming a member of an organization-it’s about joining a movement that will help shape the future of legal advocacy throughout Georgia and beyond. GACR Legal Network connects thousands of like-minded college students with aspirations of becoming our generation’s legal and political leaders on campuses across the state.

In this area you will learn about the process to become a member, some of the amazing benefits of membership, and the various ways you can engage with us to truly make a difference in your community. If you are ready to lead, engage, organize, and educate alongside fellow movers and shakers in Georgia, this is where you sign up. This is also where members can always return for additional resources.

How to Join as a Member

Joining the GACR Legal Network is an easy and open process for equipping students at all stages of their college careers. Membership is open to all college students-whether or not you have had experience in the law, legal internships, or political activism-who are currently enrolled at any college or university in Georgia.

Here’s how to get involved:

Register with your campus chapter. Most students register through the university-specific campus legal chapter in your area. Attend a chapter meeting, or contact your campus chapter president to get started. Don’t have a local chapter at your school? Email us to form a new one!
Fill out your online membership form. We maintain a brief online membership form that tells us whom to connect you with for your campus chapter, legal career opportunities, and the statewide network.
Subscribe to our mailing list. Information on upcoming events, legal news, leadership opportunities, and advocacy campaigns are sent to members via email. Subscribe at [email protected].
Attend a new member orientation or kickoff event. New members are invited to attend a welcome orientation or kickoff event (held at the beginning of every semester), where you will meet fellow law students and learn about our programs and how you can get involved with our legal activism from day one.

There are no mandatory dues or fees. Membership is based on your willingness to carry out the mission of GACR Legal Network and represent our values of legal integrity, conservative leadership, and community engagement.

Unlocking Benefits of Membership

GACR Legal Network Members unlock access to a variety of opportunities and resources to help you further your legal education, professional development, and advocacy impact. Members can expect:

Professional Networking – Regular networking opportunities and mentorship programs connect our members with peers, alumni, practicing attorneys, and Republican leaders.
Leadership Development – Gain hands-on experience in legal advocacy, chapter operations and organization, and campaign strategy. Members can seek elected or appointed office on campus or at the state level.
Legal Education – Legal workshops, seminars, and speaker series featuring leading legal experts, judges, and policymakers cover conservative legal thought and theory.
Real-World Legal Experience – Participate in observing legal proceedings, volunteering for campaigns/programs, voter contact, or grassroots legal activities throughout Georgia.
Statewide/National Connections – The work of the Georgia Republican Party, Georgia Young Republicans, conservative groups, colleges/universities, and vital connections with Republican lawyers open internship, clerkship, and externship opportunities for our members.
Resources and Support – Access regular legal updates and advocacy tools as well as member-only forums for discussions and resource sharing exclusively for members.
Alumni Program – Engage successful alumni working in a variety of careers who can provide mentoring opportunities and guidance through the law school process and early career development.

Your membership with GACR Legal Network not only helps you pursue your passions, it also gives you the opportunity to give back to this community and the profession.

Membership Process: A Step by Step Guide

Membership is open, transparent, and friendly. Here’s what to expect throughout the process:

Express Your Interest: Let us know you’re ready to join by emailing [email protected], reaching out to your campus chapter, or completing our online interest form.
Connect with your Campus Chapter: We’ll connect you with your local chapter’s president so that you can attend your first chapter meeting or activity.
Orientation & Onboarding: Attend a new member orientation session, at which time you will get a firm understanding of GACR Legal Network’s mission, structure, and current activities.
Getting Involved: Decide how you want to get involved (e.g. advocacy campaigns, committee participation, or a GACR Legal Network leadership role).
Staying Involved: Get periodic updates on events, legal action opportunities, and state-wide activities through our mailing list and social media.

Our executive board and chapter leadership are always available to answer questions, give advice, and help you find the best fit for you in Georgia’s most active student-led legal network. Learn more about our Leadership team.

Paths to Participation

Whether you want to influence your campus, enhance your legal resume, or impact statewide policy, the GACR Legal Network offers innumerable opportunities:

Committee Involvement: Serve on policy, events, communications, or research committees, each uniquely focused and offering various leadership or learning opportunities.
Election-day activism: Join campaign legal teams and volunteer as a poll watcher or vote-protection monitor on election day.
Leadership experience: Run for a chapter or statewide office, or seek appointment to an executive board position.
Planning legal-oriented events: Coordinate legal workshops, speaker events, and reception networking opportunities while gaining valuable “plan and execute” experience.
Advocacy and outreach efforts: Represent GACR Legal Network at meetings with decision-makers; collaborate with chapters across the state to file amicus briefs on key issues; lead a chapter’s outreach efforts.
Law school preparation resources: LSAT comment cards & virtual prep courses; California law school admissions workshops and law firm receptions.

You choose your involvement level, and our leadership team is dedicated to guiding you and making sure your interests and aspirations align with specific roles and projects.

Leadership and Chapters

GACR Legal Network is all about student leadership and local empowerment. Each chapter is led by a team of elected student chapter officers: Chapter President, Vice President, Secretary, and Legal Affairs Coordinator. Local leaders are empowered to collaborate with the statewide executive board-which includes State Chairman Peter Minetos-to ensure each region’s voice is heard and represented.

The statewide executive board coordinates chapter support, event planning, legal advocacy, and outreach between chapters and partner organizations like the Georgia Republican Party and Georgia Young Republicans. Leadership positions are open to any active member, and participation provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build experience in organizational, political, and legal skills from the ground up. Students interested in forming a new chapter or running for a leadership position may contact us for information and resources on how to get started. For more details, visit our Leadership page.

Mutual Support and Resources

GACR Legal Network is dedicated to the continued development of its members. Our comprehensive member resources include:

Legal Educational Materials: Online libraries, case studies, and issue briefs for student legal advocates.
Mentoring Programs: Connecting students with alumni and practicing attorneys for one-on-one mentoring, career guidance, and professional networking.
Training Sessions: Ongoing skills trainings in legal writing, public speaking, advocacy strategy, and policy research and analysis through regularly scheduled workshops.
Communication Tools: Members can stay connected with monthly newsletters, action alerts, and our exclusive member listserv where they can collaborate with colleagues, discuss cases, and share updates.
Financial Stipends: Need help getting to events or conferences? Members can apply for travel stipends and scholarship funds made available through donor gifts to the GACR Legal Network.

Our mission is to dismantle the barriers to entry for students seeking legal involvement and provide all members with the resources and support they need to be successful.

Engagement of Alumni and Donors

GACR Legal Network alumni make vital contributions to the mentoring of current students and enhancing our statewide network. Alumni return regularly to speak at events, advise on career panels, and provide other types of career advice to law students in their transition through law school and into the professional world.

Individual gifts from GACR Legal Network alumni and friends directly support legal education and pre-law school programs, scholarships, grassroots advocacy programs, and more. Membership is always free, but we welcome voluntary gifts to help us support our mission. Contact us at [email protected] if you would like to support GACR Legal Network. Learn more about our Alumni network.

Keep in Touch and Take Action

Sign up for the GACR Legal Network mailing list by emailing [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram @gacollegerepublicans, Twitter @GACRs, or Facebook at GeorgiaCRs. Come to the chapter on campus or contact us to start one at your school. Attend an upcoming event or legal training session-you’ll see all opportunities through regular contact from GeorgiaCRs.

For questions, to get assistance or join, you can contact the State Chairman or our executive board at 500 Washington St. SE CB #204, Gainesville, GA 30501 or by email. Together we lead, organize, and educate the next generation of legal experts for a better Georgia. For more ways to connect, visit our Contact Us page.