Events Calendar

Join CHLSA for a presentation by Chuy Ramirez. Mr. Ramirez will discuss ethical standards in representing both public governmental bodies and corporations. He will also be reading excerpts from his most recent book, Strawberry Fields, a collection of short stories centered around migrant labor in Texas.

Environmental law is a growing field that covers many different issues and career paths. Come learn more about environmental law from practitioners in the public interest, private, and government sector. Lunch will be served after the program. RSVP by Friday, October 1, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

This program is highly recommended for 2Ls and 3Ls who are considering applying for judicial clerkships. Professor Emily Kadens, Professor Elana Einhorn and Director of Judicial Programs, Remi Ratliff, will tell you why clerking is a valuable experience and how to prepare now to become a great applicant. Get tips on selecting courts and judges, asking for letters of recommendation, and putting together a good application.

Learn about various careers in criminal law from a private attorney, prosecutor, and public defender perspective. Panelists will discuss their careers and offer advice on how to land a job in criminal law. Cookies and refreshments will be served after the program. RSVP by Friday, October 1, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Monday, Oct 4, room 3.127, 4:00-5:30pm Hotline Volunteer Training for Jane's Due Process Panel planning on Assisted Reproductive Technologies Good Company and Snacks!

Learn about careers in transactional law in both the private and public sectors. Panelists will discuss the various career options in transactional law, the market for transactional lawyers, the skills and training that are important, and how to enter the field. Lunch will be served after the program.RSVP by Monday, October 4, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Learn more about the practice of handling wills, estates and probate matters and how to be successful in this practice area. Cookies and refreshments will be served after the program. RSVP by Monday, October 4, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Interested in politics? Want to run for public office or work behind the scenes on policy matters? This is a great opportunity to learn how to use your JD in these arenas. Lunch will be served after the program. RSVP by Tuesday, October 5, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

The Intellectual Property Law Society will host its next meeting WEDNESDAY, 10/06/10.

Firm: Howrey Speaker: Georgianna Braden Topic: Patent Trolls Date: 10/06/10 Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Room: 3.142 Food: Chinese

Attention 2Ls & 3Ls: Expand your professional network by becoming a member of the Action Committee for Career Services! Members of the Action Committee for Career Services (ACCS; pronounced "Aces") partner with the Career Services Office to perform employer outreach, staff on-campus recruiting programs and off-campus receptions, and help develop career-related resources. In the past, several ACCS have received interviews and offers as a direct re

Networking is more than just collecting business cards; it's about people. Whether you plan to open your own firm, work in government, or make a career in Biglaw, your career will be defined by your ability to build a team of friends and advisers. Come learn how to identify who you must know and how they can become as invested in your success as you are. Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP by Wednesday, October 6, on

Lawyers from the private and public sectors will discuss the types of practices involved in health care law, as well as the skills and training that are important, and how to enter the field. Refreshments will be served after the program. RSVP by Wednesday, October 6, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

UT Law open house. RSVP required and registration opens September 13.

The State Bar of Texas Committee on Immigration and Naturalization Laws will present a panel presentation consisting of at least two immigration judges and five to six experienced immigration attorneys from the Committee. The panel will take place from 1:15-3:00 p.m. with a reception following in the Jamail Pavilion. RSVP by Thursday, October 7, on UT La