University of Chicago Legal Forum Symposium

The University of Chicago Legal Forum Symposium is an annual event organized by the University of Chicago Legal Forum, the Law School's second-oldest student-edited journal. Each year, the symposium focuses on a single, cutting-edge legal issue, bringing together scholars, practitioners, and students to engage in in-depth discussions and analyses.

The 2023 symposium, titled "Reimagining National Security," addressed the evolving challenges in national security law amidst shifting global alliances, technological advancements, and global health and climate crises. Key topics included the impact of artificial intelligence, big data, pandemics, and cybersecurity threats on national security. Panels featured discussions such as "Tech/Cyber/Data," "Science," "Traditional National Security," and "International Relations."

Notable sessions included a keynote address by United States Deputy Attorney General Lisa O. Monaco, who provided insights into contemporary national security issues. The symposium also offered opportunities for networking among attendees, fostering collaboration and the exchange of ideas among legal scholars and professionals.

This symposium is particularly beneficial for legal scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and students interested in national security law and its intersection with emerging global challenges. Attendees gain valuable insights into current issues and contribute to the ongoing discourse shaping the future of national security law.