Events Calendar

Learn more about the opportunities available in the Honors Program (for entry-level attorneys) and Summer Law Intern Program at the Department of Justice (DOJ). Lunch will be served after the program. RSVP by Tuesday, August 31, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Lori Adelman, the Director of Character and Fitness at the BLE will be at the Law School on September 2 to explain the Declaration of Intent to Study Law in Texas. All first year students intending to practice in Texas must complete the Declaration by October 1, 2010. Sections 1, 3A and 3C will meet at 2:30 pm. Sections 2, 3B, 3D and 4 will meet at 3:30 pm. All meetings are in the Auditorium (2.114).

FALL 2010 STREET LAW MEETINGS Wed. Sept 8, room 2.139, 3:30-4:30pm OR Thur. Sept 9, room 2.137, 5:30-6:30pm Please bring your $15 annual membership dues to the meeting so that you can sign up for a lesson.

We provide step by step, objective-driven lesson plans, teaching materials, and training. No prior teaching experience is required. All of our hour-long lessons are scheduled for Fridays and taught in groups of (3) Street Law Membe

The deadline to apply for a CIA-OLO position is Wednesday, September 1. For more information about applying for a CIA internship or postgraduate position, please contact Denyse Demel, Government Career Counselor, in the CSO.

Are you interested in possibly pursuing a career in public service? Come learn about both short-term and long-term strategies for obtaining a government or public interest job during the summer and/or after graduation from Career Counselors Nicole Clark (Public Interest) and Denyse Demel (Government). Lunch will be served after the program. RSVP by Wednesday, September 8, on UT Law Symp

The purpose of the Presidential Management Fellowship Program is to attract to the federal service outstanding men and women from a variety of academic disciplines and career paths who have a clear interest in, and commitment to, excellence in the leadership and management of public policies and programs.

We provide step by step, objective-driven lesson plans, teaching materials, and training. No prior teaching experience is required. All of our hour-long lessons are scheduled for Fridays and taught in groups of (3) Street Law Members. While you're only required to teach one lesson a semester, you may sign up for as many lessons as you would like.

UT Law School Prof. Julius G. Getman will discuss and sign his new book, Restoring the Power of Unions: It Takes a Movement, at BookPeople in Austin on Thursday, September 9, 2010, at 7:00 p.m.

DEW is designed to ease the transition into law school for first year students who self-identify as members of racial minority groups.

Texas Law Students for Reproductive Justice will meet for the first time this year on Monday, Sept. 13th, at 3:30pm in rm. 3.127. Come learn about our upcoming events and how our group supports individuals' decisions to have children, not to have children, and to raise the children we have in healthy environments. SNACKS will be available.

The deadline to apply for a CIA-IRR/IMO positions is Wednesday, September 1. For more information about applying for a CIA internship or postgraduate position, please contact Denyse Demel, Government Career Counselor, in the CSO.

The CSO, William Wayne Justice Center, and Rapoport Center invite the law school community to the Fifth Annual Public Service Fall Party. Come celebrate the public interest and government communities at the UT Law School and join other service-minded students, faculty, and administrators for refreshments and camaraderie.

Ambassador Ronald K. McMullen, Diplomat in Residence at the LBJ School of Public Affairs, will speak about foreign service career opportunities, including those with the U.S. Department of State. This will be an informal event with a chance for you to ask your own questions on the topic. RSVP by Tuesday, September 14, on

Employers participating in Public Service Table Talk are invited to join UT Law administrators and faculty for breakfast so we may share information on new developments within the UT Law public service community. We also hope to exchange ideas on creating more opportunities for students to serve the public.

Representatives from dozens of public interest organizations as well as federal and state government agencies will be on hand to answer questions about what they do and how you can assist them. Find out about current volunteer opportunities, summer internships and paid positions with a variety of nonprofits, legal services providers and government agencies. All UT Law students are encouraged to stop by.

Are you interested in advancing your career through building a personal brand, networking, and social media? Considering small firm or solo practice? If so, please come and meet other interested UT Law students. We’ll discuss starting a Future Solo and Small Firm Attorneys Group to explore these issues, how best to meet attorneys, and have fun. Snacks will be served. Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 15, on

UT Law students are invited to learn more about the CIA's National Clandestine Services. For more information about applying for a CIA internship or postgraduate position, please contact Denyse Demel, Government Career Counselor, in the CSO.

Come out and join the Women's Law Caucus this Thursday, September 16 at 219 West from 8-10 pm for some free drinks and socializing. This event is for members only, so please pay dues at the Communication Center in the Atrium. They are $30 for the year and get you a t-shirt and entrance to all WLC events.

Learn how to develop a resume and cover letter for the U.S. legal market. UT Law LL.M. students will also have the opportunity to submit resumes for the UT Law LL.M. Resume Directory. RSVP by Thursday, September 16, oon UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Learn more about the opportunities available in the Honors Program (for entry-level attorneys) and Summer Law Intern Program at the Department of Homeland Security. Lunch will be served. RSVP by Friday, September 17, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Learn strategies to manage your educational debt, including the UT Law and federal loan repayment and forgiveness programs for lawyers pursuing jobs in the government and public interest sectors. Co-sponsored by the Career Services Office and the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law. RSVP by Monday, September 20, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

The Intellectual Property Law Society will host its next meeting TUESDAY, 9/21/10.

Firm: Conley Rose Speaker: Thaddeus Faleski Topic: Life as a young associate Date: 9/21/10 Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Room: 3.124 Food: Rudy's Bar-B-Q

Bonus: Conley Rose will sponsor Happy Hour at Crown and Anchor immediately after the meeting.

Professor Emily Kadens will show students how to use rules in different scenarios in order to solve legal problems. Legal Analysis is a fundamental skill for lawywers - come find out how to sharpen your analysis.

WED. 9/22, 6:30pm: Law School “’According to our law’: Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” The Law School’s series, “The Law and Other Performing Arts.” With Zipporah Wiseman, Prof. of Law; Alan Friedman, Coordinator, AFTLS and the SOS Players; James Loehlin, Director, Shakespeare at Winedale; Rob Matney, actor; and the SOS Players performing scenes from the play. Law School, Eidman Courtroom.

Are you interested in partnering with an international law firm to obtain cutting-edge legal experience in both the public and private sectors? Please join Ivan Espinoza-Madrigal, fellow with both MALDEF and Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP as he discusses the postgraduate Fried Frank Fellowship Program. Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 22, on UT Law Symplicity by sel

The purpose of the Presidential Management Fellowship Program is to attract to the federal service outstanding men and women from a variety of academic disciplines and career paths who have a clear interest in, and commitment to, excellence in the leadership and management of public policies and programs.

Mike Whelan, 3L, will discuss how to build your personal brand while you’re in law school. He’ll talk about what a personal brand is and how to develop it through networking, blogging, connecting with others through social media, and building personal relationships. Presented by the Future Solo and Small Firm Attorneys Group. Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 22, on UT Law Symplic

Learn how to conduct a U.S. and international job search. We’ll also be discussing the International Student Interview Program at New York University and the West Coast International LL.M. Job Fairs. RSVP by Thursday, September 23, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Eduardo Rodriguez, '68 will be back with his world famous barbecue 2 hours before the UT vs. UCLA kickoff. Please check http://www.mackbrown-texasfootball.com/ for game time.

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.