Events Calendar

The American Constitution Society is hosting a lunch with Professor Rob Owen on April 4 at 11:30am in the Fleming Room, down by George's Cafe. Free lunch will be provided.

Professor Rob Owen will discuss the Capital Punishment Clinic's recent victory in the Supreme Court in Skinner v. Switzer. The Supreme Court held: a postconviction procedural due process claim for DNA testing is properly pursued in a §1983 action. Professor Owen will discuss what this ruling means for his client, Hank Skinner, his reactions to the ruling, and what it means for the future of DNA testing in the courts.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/04/11386/

Former UT Law Professor Ernest Young returns to give a talk entitled, "A New Federalism Revival?" Young posits that just as Rehnquist's court-led federalist revival may be petering out, public controversies (healthcare, immigration, gay rights, state debt, etc.) have forced federalism back onto the national agenda. Lunch will be served at the event, which is Monday, 4/4 at 11:30am in room 3.126.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/04/11452/

Law School Colloquium on Justice Breyer's "Making Our Democracy Work", with Mitch Berman, Lynn Blais, and Sandy Levinson acting as commentators.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/04/11377/

The Chicano/Hispanic Law Students Association proudly presents our semi-annual Fajita Fiesta. We will be preparing and grilling steak, chicken, and vegetable fajitas (with all the trimmings) on site and selling plates around lunch time to benefit our Endowed Scholarship Fund.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/05/11364/

Note: This event’s full details are restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff members only.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/05/10903/

Informal Student Meeting with Justice Breyer

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/05/11379/

Monday, April 5, 3:30—5:00 PM Judith Kimerling, CUNY School of Law "Oil, Litigation and Conservation in the Amazon Rainforest in Ecuador: Can Cowode Law Protect the Rights of Indigenous Huaorani in the Oil Patch and Yasuni Biosphere Reserve?" Lecture co-sponsored by the Center for Global Energy, International Arbitration and Environmental Law

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/05/11235/

Interested in writing on to a journal? Come hear about dates and procedures. To help you decide the journals in which you're interested, you'll hear from representatives of the various journals.

Texas Law Review is proud to sponsor and coordinate the annual write-on competition.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/05/11224/

This is the second of two mandatory meetings for 2Ls and 3Ls who will be applying for judicial clerkships. UT Law Judicial Clerkship Advisors will discuss the clerkship application process in detail including summer deadlines and the two online systems students will be using to apply for clerkships.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/05/10275/

Nicole Simmons, Public Interest Career Counselor with the CSO, along with 3Ls who have secured postgraduate fellowships, will discuss some of the more popular project-based fellowships obtained by UT Law graduates. Panelists will discuss the application process and provide strategies for putting together a competitive fellowship application. Lunch will be served.RSVP by Tuesday, April 5, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/06/10276/

The Action Committee for Career Services will be having their next meeting on Wednesday, April 6, at 11:30 a.m. in the Career Services Office Library (TNH 3.130). We’ll have Tiff’s Treats and soft drinks. If you are interested in becoming involved next year – including assisting with Fall OCI Employer Check-In in August – this is the meeting for you. We will also be discussing the Happy Hour with Small & Midsize Firms and officer positions for the upcoming year. To become a member of the ACCS, please submit your application online.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/06/11421/

Early Bar Prep continues with Torts.

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/2011/04/06/11068/

The Career Services Office is pleased to announce the 2011 Study Break Public Service Stipend Program. This Program is designed to provide stipends to fund public interest and government internships for a select number of first- and second-year UT Law students. The 2011 CSO Study Break Public Service Stipend is open to current 1Ls and 2Ls (Class of 2013 and 2012, respectively). A student may not receive academic credit and a stipend simultaneously, nor can a student receive a fellowship from an alternate source and this program for the same position. (This limitation does not preclude a fellow from receiving a living expense stipend or a stipend of scholarship for educational expenses.) Deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/06/11389/

The Intellectual Property Law Society will host its last meeting WEDNESDAY 4/6/11.

Speakers: John Campbell Firm: McKool Smith Topic: Experience working on Microsoft v. i4i Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Room: 3.142 Food: TBD

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/06/11427/

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/2011/04/07/8672/

Michelle Anderson, Berkeley

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/07/10116/

(Formerly "Preparing for Postgraduate Employment"). For 3Ls still seeking permanent employment, come learn about UT Law’s Long Career Launch Program. Strategies will be discussed on how to maximize the benefit of LCLP and similar postgraduate programs. You will also obtain practical advice on how to make your job search more efficient and productive. You may attend either the Thursday or Friday session. RSVP by Wednesday, April 6, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/07/10277/

Students looking beyond large firms will find this reception a great opportunity to meet with attorneys from small and midsized firms as well as solo practitioners in a casual setting. This is a great way to expand your network, so don’t miss out! Dress is business casual. Additionally, the CSO is providing a student resume directory to practitioners attending the reception. Note that the resume directory is for future job opportunities and is not created for any specific current job posting. Employers may contact students in the future for part-time, full-time and contract positions. Information about how to submit your resume will be made available in March. RSVP by Wednesday, April 6, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/07/10279/

An opportunity for admitted students to visit UT Law that could not make it to Admitted Students Day. Includes a welcome from Dean Sager; mock class; tours of the Law School; financial aid visits; and luncheon

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/08/10245/

(Formerly "Preparing for Postgraduate Employment"). For 3Ls still seeking permanent employment, come learn about UT Law’s Long Career Launch Program. Strategies will be discussed on how to maximize the benefit of LCLP and similar postgraduate programs. You will also obtain practical advice on how to make your job search more efficient and productive. You may attend either the Thursday or Friday session. RSVP by Thursday, April 7, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/08/10278/

Street Law will be hosting middle school and high school students from the Austin area to participate in a day of learning about practical issues and to get acquainted with higher education. These students will come to the law school to attend a mock law school lesson, witness a mock trial, attend a career panel, and wrap up the day with lunch and a tour of the school by our members.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/08/11359/

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

Early Bar Prep continues with Torts.

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/2011/04/08/11069/

Speaker will be Marilda Rosado, who is a professor at Rio de Janeiro State University School of Law. Professor Rosado is also a partner at Doria Jacobina Rosado e Gondinho law firm. She formerly worked for the National Petroleum Agency in Brazil as the Bidding Superintendent and later was head of the Legal Affairs Department of a subsidiary of Petrobras.

Pizza will be served after the event.

Please RSVP to Gena gdawson@law.utexas.edu

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/08/11414/

On April 11th at 3pm in the Fleming Room, ACS will host a study break talk with Professor Steve Bickerstaff. Prof. Bickerstaff served as Parliamentarian of the Texas Senate and special assistant Texas Attorney General before founding the private law firm of Bickerstaff & Heath in 1980. The firm continues to be one of the premier election law firms in the country. Currently he is an Adjunct Professor at UT Law teaching courses on voting and election law. At the study break, he will discuss redistricting in Texas, both in 2003 and in 2011.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/11/11454/

Apply now for the 2011-2012 Texas Law Fellowships Board.

Applications are due by Monday, April 11th at 5PM. Download a copy of the application off the TLF website (www.texaslawfellowships.org) or pick up a hard copy in the Mentor Office. Send your completed application to texaslawfellowships@gmail.com or turn in a hard copy to the TLF box at the Communications Desk in the Atrium.

A description of the Board positions is included with the application. If you have questions, please email Lindzi Timberlake (lindzitimberlake@gmail.com).

Go TLF!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/11/11472/

The Drawing Board Luncheon is a regular colloquium series designed to permit members of the UT faculty (permanent and visiting) to present projects at an early stage of development. Unlike many colloquia series, here and elsewhere, that are often described as fora for the presentation of "works in progress" but which, in actuality, feature works that are entirely, or substantially, complete, the Drawing Board lives up to its name. This is a forum for faculty members who would like feedback, suggestions, and guidance at a point in time at which they can be made use of.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/12/10109/

Don’t miss this opportunity to ask successful judicial clerkship candidates everything you’d like to know about the clerkship application process. This meeting is for 2Ls and 3Ls only. No faculty or CSO staff members will be present. Pizza will be served. RSVP by Monday, April 11, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/12/10647/

Carlos Natarén, LLILAS Visiting Scholar anf professor of law at UNAM, and Antonio Caballero, direcotr of legal studies at CIDE, examine the judicial reforms enacted in Mexico in 2008 and their future impact on the country. Presented in Spanish with simultaneous translation provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/12/11494/

Whether you’re working at a small or large firm, learn the tips and tools you’ll need to succeed as a summer associate. Panelists include Jennifer Poppe '98, Hiring Partner (Austin) and Gretchen Rollins, Global Hiring Manager, Entry Level (Dallas), Vinson & Elkins; and Andrew Sherwood '01, Hiring Partner, and Anna Friesenhahn, Attorney Recruiting Manager, Cox Smith (San Antonio). Lunch will be served afterwards. RSVP by Tuesday, April 12, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/13/10362/

As part of the Henry W. Strasburger Lectures in Trial Advocacy, the Law School is hosting a Voir Dire lecture and demonstration by renowned litigation consultant, Dr. Douglas Keene, on Wednesday, April 13th. Judge David Phillips will serve as the presiding judge, and local attorneys Karen Burgess and Dirk Jordan will appear as counsel. The lecture and demonstration will be held in the Jeffers Courtroom (TNH 3.140) from 12:30-3:30 and is open to all students and faculty.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/13/11492/

Early Bar Prep continues with Constitutional Law. Con Law scholar Erwin Chemerinsky presents.

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.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/13/11070/

PILA Potluck with Fred Fuchs and Bill Beardall!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/13/11493/

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/2011/04/14/8673/

Come learn more about the Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program, which provides summer internship opportunities for minorities, women, and economically disadvantaged students pursuing environmental, engineering, science-related, and public administration careers. The purpose of the internship program is to expose undergraduate and graduate students to environmental issues and provide them with opportunities to gain professional experience. Lunch will be served. RSVP by Wednesday, April 13, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/14/11376/

Ryan Robinson, the City of Austin Demographer, will present his analysis of the latest U.S. Census data for Austin and what it means for historically disadvantaged groups in the region. The session will explore current and future trends caused by Austin's rapidly changing demographics and population growth patterns, including how the poor continue to fall behind.

Thursday, April 14th from 12:30-1:30 in the Sheffield Room, lunch provided

Sponsored by UT Opportunity Forum, William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law, Center for Politics and Governance at the LBJ School, Center for Sustainable Development at the School of Architecture

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/14/11362/

Student presentation

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/14/11558/

UT Law Reunion 2011 is scheduled for Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16, and will honor those classes ending in “1” or “6” from 1961 through 2006. Even if you're not in an honored class this year, we hope you will join us for what promises to be an exciting and memorable Reunion Weekend!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/15/9096/

The Thad T. Hutcheson First-Year Moot Court Competition is an annual, endowed moot court competition open to all first-year UT Law students on a tryout basis. Competitors enter a 64-person tournament in which judging is based on oral argument and brief writing.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/15/10782/

Conference and Speaker Schedule:

10-10:30 WELCOME ADDRESS

10:30-12:00pm EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION PANEL

moderator: Professor Cary Franklin, University of Texas School of Law Josephine Tittsworth, PFLAG-TNET Bob Schmidt, Crews Law Firm, P.C.

12:00-1:00pm LUNCH FROM SAGO MODERN MEXICAN

graciously sponsored by Baker Botts LLP

1:00-2:30pm LGBTQ FAMILY LAW PANEL

moderator: Jason Cordova, J.D. Candidate 2011 Mitchell Katine, Katine & Nechman, L.L.P. Keith Griffin, The Griffin Firm Christine Henry Andresen, Family Lawyer

2:45-:415pm GAY MARRIAGE PANEL

moderator: Samuel Rettew, J.D. Candidate 2012 Ken Upton, Lamda Legal Professor Patrick Woolley, University of Texas School of Law Jason Steed, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/15/11457/

Early Bar Prep continues with Constitutional Law. Con Law scholar Erwin Chemerinsky presents.

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.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/15/11071/

Note: This event’s full details are restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff members only.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/15/11455/

The Law School will hold its annual Alumni Awards on Friday, April 15th at the AT&T Executive Conference Center at noon.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/15/9101/

Test what you've learned in the Early Bar Prep Series - or get an early idea of what you'll need to learn during bar prep this summer. Sign up to take a short (1 hour, 34 question) mock MBE on Friday, April 18. Email Brandi Weaver (bweaver@law.utexas.edu) to sign up.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/15/11460/

Please join us for the last meeting of the year to discuss the formation of the student group, Beyond the Bar, and the direction it will take in the fall. Beyond the Bar leaders for the 2011-12 academic year will be announced. Afterwards, join other business-minded UT Law students and alumni (nonpracticing and/or JDs with a McCombs degree) for a cash bar and old-school social networking. RSVP by noon on Friday, April 15, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/15/11561/

UT Law Reunion 2011 is scheduled for Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16, and will honor those classes ending in “1” or “6” from 1961 through 2006. Even if you're not in an honored class this year, we hope you will join us for what promises to be an exciting and memorable Reunion Weekend!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/16/9097/

The Thad T. Hutcheson First-Year Moot Court Competition is an annual, endowed moot court competition open to all first-year UT Law students on a tryout basis. Competitors enter a 64-person tournament in which judging is based on oral argument and brief writing.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/16/10783/

The Energy Center is proud to be sponsoring a team of UT Law Students who will travel to Vienna to participate in the 18th annual Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot (Vis Moot). The Vis Moot is a competition for law students. Students from all countries are eligible. The Moot involves a dispute arising out of a contract of sale between two countries that are party to the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods. The contract provides that any dispute that might arise is to be settled by arbitration in Danubia, a country that has enacted the UNCITRAL Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration and is a party to the Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards. The arbitral rules to be applied rotate yearly among the arbitration rules of co-sponsors of the Moot.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2011/04/16/10882/