Law and Society Association

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Law and Society Association
AbbreviationLSA
Formation1964
Founded at University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Purposesocial, political, economic and cultural life
Location
  • University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Website www.lawandsociety.org

The Law and Society Association (LSA), founded in 1964, [1] is a group of scholars from many fields and countries who share a common interest in the place of law in social, political, economic and cultural life. It is one of the leading professional associations for those interested in the sociology of law.

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Members bring expertise in law, sociology, political science, psychology, anthropology, economics, history, and geography as well as in other related areas to the study of sociolegal phenomena.

Among its activities, the Association publishes the Law & Society Review , [2] sponsors annual conferences and educational workshops, and fosters the development of academic programs in law and society around the world. [3]

The LSA's executive office is located in the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. [4]

Annual meetings

Law and Society Association International Prize

This prize is offered to a scholar (typically residing outside of the U.S.) who made significant contributions to the advancement of knowledge in the field of law and society. [10] Past recipients of the award include: [11]

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