Events Calendar

The Spring Pledge Drive raises money to support law students doing public interest work during the summer. By collecting donations and pledges TLF provides stipends to students chosen by the donors. We encourage the entire UT community to come out and support public interest law by pledging what they can and spreading the word to family and friends. We hope that this year's donations will fund even more students than in the past.

TLF will be in the Atrium the week of March 7th and again the week after spring break until March 25th from 10-2 PM, collecting donations and answering any questions you may have about the Pledge Drive. Faculty, students, friends and family are all welcome to donate either in person at the law school atrium or on our website (texaslawfellowships.org). For further questions, please contact Kimberly Ashworth (kimberly.ashworth@gmail.com) or Marissa Neuman (marissa.s.neuman@gmail.com).

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/20/11014/

The Spring Pledge Drive raises money to support law students doing public interest work during the summer. By collecting donations and pledges TLF provides stipends to students chosen by the donors. We encourage the entire UT community to come out and support public interest law by pledging what they can and spreading the word to family and friends. We hope that this year's donations will fund even more students than in the past.

TLF will be in the Atrium the week of March 7th and again the week after spring break until March 25th from 10-2 PM, collecting donations and answering any questions you may have about the Pledge Drive. Faculty, students, friends and family are all welcome to donate either in person at the law school atrium or on our website (texaslawfellowships.org). For further questions, please contact Kimberly Ashworth (kimberly.ashworth@gmail.com) or Marissa Neuman (marissa.s.neuman@gmail.com).

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/21/11015/

Planning committee meeting for UTCLE's 2011 Taxation Conference

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/21/10657/

Clinical Faculty will be on-hand to discuss the clinical program at UT Law.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/21/11225/

The Spring Pledge Drive raises money to support law students doing public interest work during the summer. By collecting donations and pledges TLF provides stipends to students chosen by the donors. We encourage the entire UT community to come out and support public interest law by pledging what they can and spreading the word to family and friends. We hope that this year's donations will fund even more students than in the past.

TLF will be in the Atrium the week of March 7th and again the week after spring break until March 25th from 10-2 PM, collecting donations and answering any questions you may have about the Pledge Drive. Faculty, students, friends and family are all welcome to donate either in person at the law school atrium or on our website (texaslawfellowships.org). For further questions, please contact Kimberly Ashworth (kimberly.ashworth@gmail.com) or Marissa Neuman (marissa.s.neuman@gmail.com).

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/22/11016/

Clinical Faculty will be on-hand to discuss the clinical program at UT Law.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/22/11226/

Speaker = David Hall

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/22/8710/

Meeting of capital punishment clinic.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/22/11356/

Join us for a discussion with David Hall, Executive Director, Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, on the current outlook for funding for legal services

Topics will include U.S. House of Representatives proposals to drastically reduce Legal Services Corporation funding as well as an update on initiatives pending in the Texas Legislature.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/22/11262/

Please join us for an open house to celebrate the new Law School space shared by the Center for Women in Law, the Bernard and Audre Rapoport Center for Human Rights and Justice, and the Center for Global Energy, International Arbitration, and Environmental Law. Refreshments provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/22/11302/

The Spring Pledge Drive raises money to support law students doing public interest work during the summer. By collecting donations and pledges TLF provides stipends to students chosen by the donors. We encourage the entire UT community to come out and support public interest law by pledging what they can and spreading the word to family and friends. We hope that this year's donations will fund even more students than in the past.

TLF will be in the Atrium the week of March 7th and again the week after spring break until March 25th from 10-2 PM, collecting donations and answering any questions you may have about the Pledge Drive. Faculty, students, friends and family are all welcome to donate either in person at the law school atrium or on our website (texaslawfellowships.org). For further questions, please contact Kimberly Ashworth (kimberly.ashworth@gmail.com) or Marissa Neuman (marissa.s.neuman@gmail.com).

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/23/11017/

Clinical Faculty and Staff will be on hand to informally discuss clinics and internships to be offered for the Fall 2011. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/23/9862/

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. If in doubt, verify with the web-based events calendar.

Explore federal loan repayment and loan forgiveness programs and the UT Law LRAP in greater depth in a small group setting.  Preference given to 3Ls entering the public service sector.  To be eligible to attend, participants must have attended “Debt Management for Careers on Public Interest Law and Government” on February 23 or a similar presentation and must submit an application with questions about the programs. Submit applications no later than noon on Wednesday, March 16 to Nicole Simmons in the CSO at nsimmons@law.utexas.edu.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/23/10606/

Early Bar Prep continues with Evidence. Don't remember when you can use character evidence? What makes a witness incompetent? Especially helpful if you haven't taken Evidence, this session will introduce you to / remind you of some main topics in the area.

At the beginning of this session (and each subsequent session), we'll review the practice MBE questions handed out the week before. Hear why answers are right/wrong to sometimes tricky MBE questions.

After the session, you may log on to an MBE question bank to test your understanding - come find out how to get access and what you should be doing now to help guarantee your future bar success!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/23/11063/

NEW TIME! Attention 1Ls, 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. We'll be discussing the status of the student business cards sales as well as the upcoming Happy Hour with Small & Midsize Firms on April 7. To become a member of the ACCS, please submit your application online.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/23/11353/

The Spring Pledge Drive raises money to support law students doing public interest work during the summer. By collecting donations and pledges TLF provides stipends to students chosen by the donors. We encourage the entire UT community to come out and support public interest law by pledging what they can and spreading the word to family and friends. We hope that this year's donations will fund even more students than in the past.

TLF will be in the Atrium the week of March 7th and again the week after spring break until March 25th from 10-2 PM, collecting donations and answering any questions you may have about the Pledge Drive. Faculty, students, friends and family are all welcome to donate either in person at the law school atrium or on our website (texaslawfellowships.org). For further questions, please contact Kimberly Ashworth (kimberly.ashworth@gmail.com) or Marissa Neuman (marissa.s.neuman@gmail.com).

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/24/11018/

Tours of Austin and the Law School in addition appointments with financial aid counselors for admitted students (Class of 2014).

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/24/10242/

"The Role of Agents in Entertainment & Sports"

On March, 24, 2011, TRESL will be holding its second annual symposium titled "The Role of Agents in Entertainment & Sports." The symposium will focus on the role that agents play in the professional lives of athletes and celebrities, and the ethical dilemmas they face.

TRESL is offering 5 hours of CLE credit including 1.5 hours of ethics credit. You can register for CLE credits through the School of Law Commerce page (link below):

http://utdirect.utexas.edu/txshop/item_details.WBX?application_name=LOLSPUBS&component=0&dept_prefix=LO&item_id=81&cat_seq_chosen=04&subcategory_seq_chosen=012

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/24/11222/

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. If in doubt, verify with the web-based events calendar.

Steve Vladeck, American University

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/24/8670/

Clinical faculty, staff and students will be on hand to informally discuss the clinics and internships offered at UT Law in the Fall 2011. Pizza and drinks will be provided. All students are invited.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/24/9863/

Now is the time for 1Ls to begin preparing to apply for judicial clerkships. Learn what law clerks do; why clerkships help you become a successful lawyer; what judges look for in selecting a law clerk; and what you can do now to become a successful candidate, including which courses to take. Panelists include Todd Bellaire ‘09, Law Clerk to the Honorable Sam Sparks, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas; Olga Kobzar ‘10, Law Clerk to the Honorable Debra Lehrmann, Supreme Court of Texas; and Professor Emily Kadens, Faculty Clerkship Advisor. RSVP by Wednesday, March 23, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the 'Events' tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/24/10502/

(Invitation only to 1Ls who have signed up and been confirmed to attend). Etiquette consultant and attorney Sharon Schweitzer from Protocol & Etiquette Worldwide in Austin will discuss the finer points of business dining and protocol over a three-course seated dinner. This free 1L Etiquette Dinner is generously sponsored by Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell, who will be hosting a cocktail reception prior to dinner from 6:15-7:00 p.m. for the 1Ls attending. All guests should be seated for dinner promptly by 7:00 p.m.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/24/11354/

The Spring Pledge Drive raises money to support law students doing public interest work during the summer. By collecting donations and pledges TLF provides stipends to students chosen by the donors. We encourage the entire UT community to come out and support public interest law by pledging what they can and spreading the word to family and friends. We hope that this year's donations will fund even more students than in the past.

TLF will be in the Atrium the week of March 7th and again the week after spring break until March 25th from 10-2 PM, collecting donations and answering any questions you may have about the Pledge Drive. Faculty, students, friends and family are all welcome to donate either in person at the law school atrium or on our website (texaslawfellowships.org). For further questions, please contact Kimberly Ashworth (kimberly.ashworth@gmail.com) or Marissa Neuman (marissa.s.neuman@gmail.com).

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/25/11019/

Full day of activities for admitted students (Class of 2014): student organization fair; welcome from Dean Sager; Career Services panel; mock class; Student Services panel; housing forum by current students; luncheon; and ice cream social

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/25/10243/

Whether you are thinking about starting your own practice or planning to work for a firm, come learn the business and practical aspects of succeeding in the new legal market. Attorneys will discuss the nuts and bolts of starting a practice; the technology lawyers need; getting clients, networking, and marketing your practice; law firm economics; and organizing and managing your practice. Additionally, they will talk about their specific practices in civil litigation, family law, criminal law, and business transactions. Panelists include Janet McCullar, Law Office of Janet McCullar; Douglas A. Booth, '92, Law Offices of Douglas A. Booth, P.C.; and Kiele Pace, ’00, The Pace Law Firm, P.C. Additionally, Ian Pittman, ’09, and Leigh Jorgeson, ’09, Jorgeson Pittman, LLP, will discuss their experience of starting a law firm directly out of law school. Moderated by Dirk Jordan, ’92, Jordan & Brustkern, L.L.P. Lunch will be served. RSVP by Thursday, March 24, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/25/10863/

Early Bar Prep continues with Evidence. Don't remember when you can use character evidence? What makes a witness incompetent? Especially helpful if you haven't taken Evidence, this session will introduce you to / remind you of some main topics in the area.

At the beginning of this session (and each subsequent session), we'll review the practice MBE questions handed out the week before. Hear why answers are right/wrong to sometimes tricky MBE questions.

After the session, you may log on to an MBE question bank to test your understanding - come find out how to get access and what you should be doing now to help guarantee your future bar success!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/25/11064/

A make-up class for Prof. Lindquist's Federal Courts class

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/25/11372/

Students, alumni, faculty, staff, and practitioners are welcome to attend the 40th Anniversary Banquet of the Chicano/Hispanic Law Students' Association at UT Law. Help us celebrate the progress we have made in becoming one of the oldest, largest, and most established Hispanic student organizations in the country. The event will take place Saturday, March 26th, 2011, at 7pm at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum in Austin, Texas. Please RSVP by March 23rd. Contact Ambrosia Ortiz y Prentice by phone at (575) 650-2632. Individual tickets are $75 each.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/03/26/10465/