Submissions
For Law Review
The Undergraduate Law Review at the University of Pittsburgh invites undergraduate students to submit original, unpublished scholarly work on any legal topic. Submissions should demonstrate rigorous research, clear argumentation, and careful engagement with relevant sources.
All manuscripts must follow the most recent edition of The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation. Proper citation is required for all cases, statutes, books, articles, and other sources. Submissions must be entirely your own work; plagiarism or misrepresentation of sources is strictly prohibited.
By submitting, you certify that:
- The work is your own original writing.
- All citations conform to Bluebook rules.
- Any errors are your responsibility.
- The editorial team may make formatting or stylistic edits to ensure compliance with publication standards.
- You will have the opportunity to review and approve substantive edits before publication.
SUBMIT BY AUGUST 15th, 2026 TO BE CONSIDERED FOR OUR FALL 2026 EDITION
For publishing with The Pittsburgh Brief
Submit to the Pittsburgh Brief
The Pittsburgh Brief is looking for short, sharp legal writing from students who have something to say. Whether it’s a take on a recent court decision, a breakdown of emerging legislation, or a legal angle on something in the news, we want to hear from you. Pieces should be no longer than 1,000 words, grounded in legal argument or legal news, and written to be read by an audience beyond the classroom. No dense footnotes, no unnecessary jargon — just clear, serious legal thinking.
To be considered for publication, fill out the form below and attach your submission. We review pieces on a rolling basis and will be in touch if your work is a fit.
For our High School Essay Competition
To submit for our high school essay competition, please click the following button or see the navigation bar at the top of the page.
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