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901 Law Review Broadcast Play Video Play Video 21:43 Unpacking The Mind of A CEO: Dr. Kemi Elufiede We're back 901 Law Reviewers! And today, we've had the honor to interview the CEO of Carnegie Writers: Dr. Kemi Elufiede! Tune in to listen to some insightful advice she offers to the youth of today's world about leading, listening, & learning! Play Video Play Video 07:45 Life Advice From a Globally Renowned Attorney, Clive Stafford Smith In this Q&A Featuring the Supreme Court Historical Society: My Hometown's participants, we are featuring highlights of our interview. Mr. Smith talks about his career and what its like defending some of the most notorious criminals in the world while offering advice that doesn't just apply to the legal world. Enjoy! Play Video Play Video 21:02 What It's Like Campaigning With Shelby County Candidate Heidi Khun! In this Interview, Editor-in-Chief Nandini Kondisetti interviewed running mayoral candidate Heidi Khun regarding her career, campaigning, and advice for high schoolers!

Welcome to the 901 Law Review Publication, where the youth are empowered to write about legal issues and current news that matter to them. This youth-led initiative encourages young writers to express their thoughts and opinions meaningfully while fostering a respectful environment for all. We believe in the importance of constructive dialogue and collaboration among our writers. Welcome to the 901 Law Review! As featured by the prestigious Supreme Court Historical Society My Hometown Program 2026 Update: Submissions filled up for Volume 4! All new submissions will be considered for volume 5. July 5th: End of submission period July 7th-14th: Editing Week July 15th: Publication day! The 901 Law Review empowers young people to write about legal issues and current events that matter to them. Pieces go through a thorough editing and revision process with support from University of Memphis history and law professors, as well as local high school English teachers. As a youth‑led publication, we encourage students to share their ideas with clarity and purpose while maintaining a respectful, collaborative environment. We believe strong writing grows from constructive dialogue and teamwork. Get published in our next volume! Need Inspiration? Check out our previous works by students here . 100% Publication rate. Receive Free Professional Feedback. 1:5 professor to student ratio per volume Get Published "901 Law Review has truly helped me become an articulate and expressive individual. I feel confident when I am writing and speaking about my opinions through my legal pieces." - Srishti (Volume 2 writer) Interview with Attorney Clive Stafford Smith Supreme Court My Hometown Program 2026 Supreme Court My Hometown Program 2026 Interview with Attorney Clive Stafford Smith 1/3

Legal Writing Webinars -Featuring the UofM Law School, Guest Speakers, & More - Need help with your writing or just want writing tips from a legal/writing expert? Sign up for free small group writing seminars! (cohorts range from 5-10 people per seminar, not including guest speaker) ________________________________________________________________ Current Available Seminars: Dr. Kemi Elufiede: Carnegie Writers CEO Available Online Seminar hosted by 901 Law Review & moderated by Executive Editor Thy Nguyen Read More Ended View Course Couldn't make the seminar? No Problem! Click the button below to unlock recordings and Powerpoints we used during our meetings! Access Resources

ABOUT 901 Law Review is a youth based and youth led writing platform advocating for student voices on real world legal matters and topics. Teens have the opportunity to express themselves beyond the limits of traditional writing, and explore social issues, government ruling and its effects on the younger generation, school polices, and environmental concerns and many more concepts . With this in mind, it is also crucial that all writer's opinions are respected, so it is important to exclude all political or offensive viewpoints from your writing to create an inclusive and meaningful experience for everyone . We publish volumes by the season online so stay tuned for each one! _______________________________________________________________ ________________________ Our Editorial Board The people who fostered and executed the concept of 901 Law Review Editor-in-chief* (Nandini Kondisetti) I started 901 Law Review with mission of creating an inviting space and organization fully founded and led by the youth of the Memphis and Collierville Area. I welcome anyone in Tennessee to write about and advocate for real legal issues while still respecting the fellow writing community here and help make a change in this world as a youth. Please stop by this website monthly to read and appreciate the works that we have created and consider writing one yourself. You could get published yourself! I hope you enjoy what this platform has to offer and keep advocating for what YOU believe in! Executive Editor* (Thy Nguyen) I'm Thy, an avid cat lover and aspiring attorney. I joined in on the creation of 901 Law Review after noticing the severe lack of legal opportunities for the youth in my local community. The wonderful thing regarding our community is the sheer number of different opinions we all share so I encourage everyone who stumbles upon this site to try and release works detailing those very opinions (while still respecting others of course). And even if you can't, please take some time to read the works of fellow students who strive to help broaden the perspective of their readers. Have fun reading and writing! Professional Outreach Coordinator* (Sofia Su ) Do you have a passion so fierce it keeps you up at night? Have you witnessed injustice that too often goes unspoken? As the child of immigrants, I’ve seen firsthand the struggles that marginalized communities face, the struggles that demand not simply just attention but also action. That’s why I joined the 901 Law Review: to amplify voices like mine, challenge systemic ignorance, and drive meaningful change through the power of legal advocacy. This isn’t just a platform but a movement. And we won’t stop until more people are heard, understood, and empowered. Join this publication in the fight for justice. Head Journalist Intern (Rashmi Sai Surineni) Hi! I'm a junior at Collierville High School with a strong passion for law and societal issues. I'm so excited to be working with the founders of 901 Law Review and seeing where this publication takes us! Newsletter Editor Intern (Srishti Mulgund) Hi! I'm Srishti, 9th grader at CHS and I'm thrilled to serve on the 901 Law Review Board as Newsletter Editor. I joined 901 Law Review to help amplify student voices and build a space where the youth can express themselves through thoughtful, engaging legal writing. As an avid reader and writer, I love researching new ideas, creating compelling pieces, and collaborating with other others to reflect our community's insight. I hope this platform feels welcoming to every student, whether you're publishing your own work or exploring others' perspectives, our words have power, and sharing our stories helps highlight topics that deserve attention. Outside of school and projects like this, I enjoy reading, baking, and spending time with friends. I'm excited to help make 901 Law Review a place where you can create, contribute, and make the impact you want to see. Publicist Intern (Shriya Mandalapu) Hi! My name is Shriya Mandalapu, and I’m super excited to be your Publicist for the 901 Law Review this year. I am a sophomore at Collierville High School and I love using creativity and communication to help make important legal and social issues more understandable and engaging for students. At school, I am involved in FBLA, Forensics & Debate, DECA, Hands2Hearts, and more! Outside of school, I teach taekwondo at Collierville Taekwondo and am a second degree black belt. I’m passionate about leadership, advocacy, and community impact. In my free time, you will catch me listening to music, dancing, painting, or reading! I hope that anyone reading this feels inspired to write about an issue they care about or explore something new. The 901 Law Review is an amazing place to learn more about the world, and I’m so excited to help share the voices and ideas that make our community stronger. * Symbolizes Co-founders _______________________________________________________________ Professional Board & Sponsors _______________________ Professionals that are affiliated in editing our student work, sponsoring our work, and contributing towards our seminars and organization as a whole. Mr. Todd Campbell Mr. Todd Campbell is an AP Literature teacher situated at Collierville High School affiliated with editing and sponsoring our student's work. In addition to his English instruction, Mr. Campbell as serves as an ACT instructor for students and also is the Collierville High School's Wordsmith Head Coach. Anna Vescovo Assistant Professor of Law at the UofM Law School Professor Vescovo joined the faculty at the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law in the fall of 2019. She currently teaches Legal Methods I & II to first-year law students, and she teaches two upper-level courses—Bar Exam Writing Fundamentals and Judicial Writing. Professor Vescovo is also the Director of the Memphis Law Externship Program. Before transitioning to academia full-time, Professor Vescovo practiced law for a short time at the Memphis law firm Wolff Ardis, P.C., and she served as a judicial law clerk for over 25 years. She began her clerkship with Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Harry W. Wellford, serving from 1991-1992 and again from 1995-2001. She later became the senior judicial clerk for Tennessee Court of Appeals Judge, and subsequently Tennessee Supreme Court Justice, Holly Kirby, from 2001 until 2019. Professor Vescovo has participated in the Association for Women Attorneys mentorship program, and she is active in several Memphis community organizations, both as a board member and as a volunteer. (From the UofM Law School Website) Regina L. Hillman Assistant Professor of Law at the UofM Law School Professor Regina Hillman is an Assistant Professor of Law at the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, where she has taught since 2017 and leads the Legal Writing Program . A graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Law , she previously served as an adjunct professor and practiced complex commercial and healthcare litigation. Her scholarship and advocacy focus extensively on LGBTQ+ rights, notably serving as an organizing member of the legal team for Tanco v. Haslam, which was consolidated into the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case Obergefell v. Hodges . At Memphis Law, she teaches courses on Legal Methods , Professional Responsibility, and Gender & the Law while advising student organizations like OUTLaw and the Memphis Law Review. Aram Goudsouzian Bizot Family Professor of History at the University of Memphis ARAM GOUDSOUZIAN is the Bizot Family Professor of History at the University of Memphis, where he writes and teaches about the twentieth-century United States with a focus on race, politics, and culture. His books include The Men and the Moment: The Election of 1968 and the Rise of Partisan Politics in America; Down to the Crossroads: Civil Rights, Black Power, and the Meredith March Against Fear; and King of the Court: Bill Russell and the Basketball Revolution. He has also co-edited an essay collection with Charles McKinney, entitled An Unseen Light: Black Struggles for Freedom in Memphis, Tennessee and collaborated on the graphic novel Man on a Mission: James Meredith and the Battle of Ole Miss. Mrs. Angela Lopez (Former) Mrs. Angela Lopez, a native Memphian and alumna of Immaculate Conception High School, was an educator in her fifth year at Collierville High School. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Memphis, bringing a strong academic background to her classroom. Mrs. Lopez was affiliated in sponsoring our student's work and the publication as whole at Collierville High School. The UofM Law School The University of Memphis Law School professors, dean, and students who contribute to 901 Law Review's outreach through interviews, seminars, insider resources/opportunities, and more! The Memphis Bar Association The Memphis bar association has contributed greatly to our organization by providing monetary contributions towards our student legal writing competitions in order to better support our student community through their achievements.

The 901 Law Review 2026-2027 -Essay Prize- We believe in awarding our writers for their work so we created a scholarship opportunity! Open to ALL Tennessee high school students First Place Winner: $100 Second place: $50 All participants will have a chance to receive first priority publication for volume 5 About The Essay Prize Judged By : Professor Aram Goudsouzian: Bizot Family Professor of History at the University of Memphis Students will submit an essay pertaining to one of three legal writing prompts of their choice and submissions will be reviewed by University of Memphis History professor, Aram Goudsouzian! Professor Goudsouzian will voice his top 2 picks and our student editorial board will also announce our top picks and we will come together to decide our overall top 2. All judging will be done blind to ensure an unbiased review and we've limited submissions to the Tennessee area to support our local youth writers. As for the prize money that comes with winning 1st or 2nd place, no funds are used for administrative costs —the full amount is awarded to the student for their writing. The Essay Prize Prompts Brown v. Board of Education (1954) If “separate is inherently unequal,” how should society address modern segregation created by zoning, school funding, and housing patterns? What should society do with the fact that younger and older populations live in different information universes? How should future climate policy address the fact that low-income communities face the greatest environmental risks, but have the fewest resources to combat it? Submit Your Essay Here Timeline: May 29th: submissions open July 15th: submissions close July 25th: Winners announced Unlike our publication form, your submission to our competition should be your FINAL piece, as this is the writing that will be reviewed by the judges. Submit Q&A's For the Essay Prize How many submissions per student? We are restricting only 1 entry per student! Is there a word count? Yes! 500-800 words (not including in-text citations and sources). Successful submissions usually range from 650-800 words! Will I get feedback on my essay? Yes! You will get feedback regardless of your decision the day that the results come out! May I have someone edit or help me with my essay? While it's acceptable to discuss possible essay topics with someone, your submission should be fundamentally your own. This goes for the use of AI as well. Our competition prize money is sponsored by: Thank you to our sponsor(s)!

Other works By Sofia Su About : Professional Outreach Coordinator for the 901 Law Review. Graduate of Collierville High School. Publications: "The Other Alien" Date: 10/17/2025 Genre: Advocacy Writing/Policy Analysis/Contemporary Issues/Civic Engagement/Personal Memoir Click here to read "Vanishing Libraries" Date: 1/21/2026 Genre: Philosophical Essay/Literary Nonfiction/Cultural Critique/Argumentative Essay/Technology & Society Click here to read "Don't Weed Your Garden" Date: 1/21/2026 Genre: Philosophical Essay/Literary Nonfiction/Cultural Critique/Argumentative Essay/Technology & Society Click here to read

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Seminar Recaps and Enrichment -901 Law Review- We will post meeting recordings, presentations, transcripts, contact information & any other information on here as needed. Look around periodically! 2/19/2026 Introduction to legal writing seminar recording link: Featuring guest speaker: Professor Anna Vescovo https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/86xn8pJE7yuC2HYmmDzM5TkDw2WgjHEepzxagEGdsK8SnuUaE6PBJbZfmohb7zoG.845hAGH92LkDGHRr Passcode: 2ZN=tCe3 Seminar overview This meeting focused on legal writing and publishing, with high school students from the 901 Law Review presenting their process for creating legal arguments and papers. Professor Vescovo and Regina Hillman provided feedback on the students' presentation, emphasizing the importance of clear, concise writing and proper sourcing. The group discussed potential mentorship opportunities and ways to expand the law review to include more schools. Students asked questions about the upcoming board interviews, which were rescheduled to Sunday afternoon, and received information about shadowing opportunities at the law school. The conversation ended with updates on an upcoming interview with attorney Clive Stafford Smith and plans for future meetings. How to write a law review: high school version slideshow slideshow link: https://www.canva.com/design/DAHCAkmiOjU/iviqt5_UsHBbpacUc3I89w/edit?utm_content=DAHCAkmiOjU&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton This powerpoint focused on explaining the structure and expectations of legal writing for high school students, building on the previous seminar's introduction. We outlined the process, emphasizing the importance of choosing a narrow, unresolved legal topic, developing a clear thesis, and organizing arguments into logical sections. We detailed the steps for gathering credible sources, explained the process of writing the first draft and emphasized that it should be a rough draft without perfection. We encouraged participants to use the publication form and resources provided to ensure credible research and writing.

Other works By Sofia Su About : Professional Outreach Coordinator for the 901 Law Review. Graduate of Collierville High School. Publications: "The Other Alien" Date: 10/17/2025 Genre: Advocacy Writing/Policy Analysis/Contemporary Issues/Civic Engagement/Personal Memoir Click here to read "Vanishing Libraries" Date: 1/21/2026 Genre: Philosophical Essay/Literary Nonfiction/Cultural Critique/Argumentative Essay/Technology & Society Click here to read "Don't Weed Your Garden" Date: 1/21/2026 Genre: Philosophical Essay/Literary Nonfiction/Cultural Critique/Argumentative Essay/Technology & Society Click here to read