# JURIST — Legal News & Commentary

> Global legal news and commentary service from law school volunteers. (iPhone/iPad app by JURIST Legal News & Research Services, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jurist/id1520838469 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [JURIST Legal News & Research Services, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1520838471)
- Category: News, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 20 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-07-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jurist/id1520838469/reviews.md

## What is JURIST?

JURIST IS UNIQUE

JURIST has been the world’s only law school-based news service for more than 20 years and has won multiple awards, including a 2006 Webby. We believe that promoting a broader public understanding of law encourages civic engagement and fosters stronger and more inclusive societies. JURIST’s law student volunteers gain valuable educational experience researching, analyzing and reporting on the latest legal developments while cultivating habits of unselfish public service that influence their professional careers. 

JURIST uses the latest Internet technology to track important legal developments and rapidly reports legal news in an objective and accessible style. We strive to provide an even balance of US and international coverage.

JURIST is completely free. Our content is open and accessible to anyone with an Internet connection. We will never put registration or subscription barriers in your way.

LEGAL NEWS AND COMMENTARY 

In addition to legal news, JURIST publishes commentary and opinion analyzing important legal issues and developments. Solicited and edited by JURIST’s staff, these articles are written by legal scholars, policymakers, activists, and law students from around the world. 

FUNDING AND SUPPORT

JURIST currently receives funding from three major sources. The University of Pittsburgh School of Law funds JURIST’s news director and provides a workspace for our professional and volunteer staff based in Pittsburgh. Justia gives JURIST invaluable technical and financial support. Other sustaining donations come from readers like you. 

FEATURES IN APP

LATEST AND TRENDING: Stay up-to-date with the most recent  and most-read legal news

PUSH NOTIFICATIONS: Receive push notifications with our latest reports and commentaries

BROWSE BY TOPIC: Browse legal news and commentary articles by topic

BROWSE BY REGION: Follow legal developments in the regions that interest you

THIS DAY @ LAW: Find out what happened on this day in the world of legal history

SAVE AND SHARE: Save your favorite articles and share them with your friends


ATTRIBUTIONS

App developed by Xiaoli Jin
Icons by Icons8 from https://icons8.com
Icons by Smashicons from www.flaticon.com
Icons by Freepick from www.flaticon.com

## Key features

- Latest and trending legal news
- Push notifications for new reports
- Browse news by topic
- Browse news by region
- Legal history 'This Day @ Law'
- Save and share articles

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jurist/id1520838469/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Easy to Use

*2020-08-19, version 1.0*

It’s nice to have all of JURIST’s news come up right on my phone without having to log in to my laptop. Notifications about popular or breaking stories are also great to stay in-the-know!

### 5/5 — Reliable news

*2020-07-15, version 1.0*

Great source to have on your phone!

## Frequently asked questions about JURIST

### What kind of news does JURIST cover?

JURIST covers a wide range of legal news and commentary, including US and international legal developments. It aims to promote public understanding of law and civic engagement.

### Is JURIST free to use?

Yes, JURIST is completely free. Its content is open and accessible to anyone with an internet connection, with no registration or subscription barriers.

### Who develops the content for JURIST?

Content is developed by law student volunteers who gain valuable educational experience researching and reporting on legal news. It is edited by JURIST's professional staff.

### What are the key features of the JURIST app?

The app allows users to view the latest and trending legal news, receive push notifications, browse articles by topic or region, and access historical legal information through 'This Day @ Law'.

### Can I save or share articles from JURIST?

Yes, the app allows you to save your favorite articles for later and share them with friends or colleagues.

### What devices does JURIST support?

JURIST is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, making it accessible on a range of Apple devices.

### How often is JURIST updated?

The app was last updated on April 29, 2021, indicating a commitment to maintaining and improving the service.

### What is the age rating for JURIST?

JURIST has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a broad audience.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 2.1 — 2021-04-29

Changed article layout and default article image

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