Events Calendar

Hosted annually by the UT Law Career Services Office, Public Service Career Fair (PSCF) is the largest public service job fair for law students in Texas. Student bidding ends on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at noon.

During both days of the Fair, which will be held January 26-27, 2012, public interest and government employers will conduct on-campus interviews for paid and unpaid summer and permanent positions. On day one of the fair, certain employers will also host informational tables in the Law School's Susman Godfrey Atrium from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

First, second, third-year and/or domestic or foreign-trained LL.M. students and recent graduates (up to one year after graduation) from all nine Texas law schools are eligible to participate in this program. You must register to use the Texas Consortium Symplicity Module, which is a different module than the UT Law Symplicity.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/03/13253/

Each spring the CSO presents a Mock Interview Program where attorneys come on campus to provide mock interviews with 1L students prior to Spring OCI and Public Service Career Fair. If interview slots remain available, the CSO will notify 2Ls and 3Ls that they may register as well. 1Ls may begin scheduling one interview today at noon. Scheduling is a on a first-come, first-served basis.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/05/12786/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/06/13215/

Add/Drop for students already registered. Registration schedule is here: http://www.utexas.edu/law/sao/academics/schedules/122reglate.pdf.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/09/13136/

Orientation for new exchange students.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/09/13352/

Each spring the CSO presents a Mock Interview Program where attorneys come on campus to provide mock interviews with 1L students prior to Spring OCI and Public Service Career Fair. If interview slots remain available, the CSO will notify 2Ls and 3Ls that they may register as well. 1Ls may now schedule two more interviews (for a total of three overall). Scheduling is a on a first-come, first-served basis.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/09/12787/

Registration for readmitted, transfer & visiting students. Add/Drop for continuing students. Registration schedule is here: http://www.utexas.edu/law/sao/academics/schedules/122reglate.pdf.

Tuition payments are due by 5:00 p.m. on January 20.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/10/13137/

Each spring the CSO presents a Mock Interview Program where attorneys come on campus to provide mock interviews with students prior to Spring OCI and Public Service Career Fair. If interview slots remain available, the CSO will notify 2Ls and 3Ls that they may register as well. 1Ls, 2Ls, and 3Ls may sign up for remaining opening slots. Scheduling is a on a first-come, first-served basis.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/11/12788/

Registration for continuing students not yet registered. Add/Drop for registered students. The registration schedule is here: http://www.utexas.edu/law/sao/academics/schedules/122reglate.pdf.

Tuition payments are due by 5:00 p.m. on January 20.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/11/13138/

Registration for continuing students not yet registered. Add/Drop for registered students. The registration schedule is here: http://www.utexas.edu/law/sao/academics/schedules/122reglate.pdf.

Tuition payments are due by 5:00 p.m. on January 20.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/12/13139/

Each spring the CSO presents a Mock Interview Program where attorneys come on campus to provide mock interviews with students prior to Spring OCI and Public Service Career Fair. If interview slots remain available, the CSO will notify 2Ls and 3Ls that they may register as well. Scheduling for 1Ls, 2Ls, and 3Ls closes today at 5 p.m. Scheduling is a on a first-come, first-served basis.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/12/12789/

Preselected students may begin scheduling via the Texas Consortium Symplicity Module for Public Service Career Day Fair (PSCF), which is the largest public service job fair for law students in Texas.

Scheduling for preselected students ends on Monday, January 16, 2012 at noon. Alternate students may begin scheduling available interviews at 1 p.m. Alternate scheduling is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/13/13254/

Registration for continuing students not yet registered. Add/Drop for registered students. The registration schedule is here: http://www.utexas.edu/law/sao/academics/schedules/122reglate.pdf.

Tuition payments are due by 5:00 p.m. on January 20.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/13/13140/

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday. University closed.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/16/13141/

Preselected students must accept/decline interviews by noon via the Texas Consortium Symplicity Module for Public Service Career Day (PSCD), which is the largest public service job fair for law students in Texas.

Alternate students may begin scheduling available interviews at 1 p.m. Alternate scheduling is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/16/13255/

Alternate students may begin scheduling via the Texas Consortium Symplicity Module for Public Service Career Fair (PSCF), which is the largest public service job fair for law students in Texas. NOTE: Alternate scheduling is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/16/13256/

Spring 2012 Classes begin.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/17/13142/

Alternate students have until noon to schedule interviews via the Texas Consortium Symplicity Module for Public Service Career Fair (PSCF), which is the largest public service job fair for law students in Texas. NOTE: Alternate scheduling is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/17/13257/

Each spring the CSO presents a Mock Interview Program where attorneys come on campus to provide mock interviews with 1L students prior to Spring OCI and Public Service Career Fair. If interview slots remain available, the CSO will notify 2Ls and 3Ls that they may register as well.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/18/12790/

Judicial internships are open to all students including 1Ls. There are hundreds of summer judicial internship opportunities available throughout the nation. You may be able to receive school credit if you intern for a federal district, federal appellate, or state appellate judge, including receiving three hours of credit for interning at the Texas Supreme Court, Court of Criminal Appeals, and the Third Court of Appeals. UT Law students and judicial advisors, will discuss their judicial internship experiences and how they secured their positions.

Panelists include the following 3Ls: Chris Jones, Lauren Fitte, Brittany Artimez and Raul Garcia; Mary Crouter, Assistant Director of the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law; and Remi Ratliff, Director of Judicial Programs with the Career Services Office.

RSVP on UT Law Symplicity by Tuesday, January 17, by selecting the 'Events' tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/18/13457/

Come learn about opportunities to practice law in the U.S. Navy JAG Corps program, including the internship program from FCC Brad Cook, Officer Recruiter, and LTjg Victor Marquez. They will be available to answer questions about the Navy in general, the U.S. Navy JAG Corps program specifically, and will assist students in application process should they decide to apply. Students should bring a copy of their resume to the session. Lunch will be served.

RSVP on UT Law Symplicity by Tuesday, January 17, by selecting the 'Events' tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/18/13458/

Each spring the CSO presents a Mock Interview Program where attorneys come on campus to provide mock interviews with 1L students prior to Spring OCI and Public Service Career Fair. If interview slots remain available, the CSO will notify 2Ls and 3Ls that they may register as well.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/19/12791/

Students interested in making pro bono work an important part of their law firm careers are invited to learn more about the benefits of pro bono work. Steven Schulman, Pro Bono Partner at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP (Washington, DC) will discuss law firm pro bono programs and the importance of pro bono service in your legal career. Information on Akin Gump’s Pro Bono Scholars Program will also be provided. Akin Gump’s Pro Bono Scholars program is now available in Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, and Washington, DC. Upon commencement of work at the public interest organization, Pro Bono Scholars will receive a stipend of $20,000, and are paid the standard summer associate salary while at the firm.

Boxed lunches will be served and are sponsored by Akin Gump. Co-sponsored by the UT Law Pro Bono Program and the Career Services Office.

RSVP on UT Law Symplicity by Wednesday, January 18, by selecting the 'Events' tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/19/13459/

The student-run Action Committee for Career Services (ACCS) will be having a happy hour for current members and students interested in joining the ACCS. Stop by to learn how you can partner with the Career Services Office to perform employer outreach, staff on-campus recruiting programs and receptions, and help develop career-related resources. Crown & Anchor is located at 2911 San Jacinto Boulevard. See you there!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/19/13487/

Each spring the CSO presents a Mock Interview Program where attorneys come on campus to provide mock interviews with 1L students prior to Spring OCI and Public Service Career Fair. If interview slots remain available, the CSO will notify 2Ls and 3Ls that they may register as well.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/20/12792/

Tuition must be paid no later than 5:00 p.m. or schedules will be deleted. Last day of adds and drops through the ROSE (online) registration system.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/20/13143/

Law firms and other legal employers increasingly use receptions and networking events to make initial contact with law students. They also frequently follow up interviews with a business lunch or dinner. Mary Crane (www.marycrane.com) will provide participants 10 rules to get the most out of any networking event and 10 more rules to manage a business meal. Mary has been featured on 60 Minutes, Fox Business News and ABC Radio. She has been quoted extensively in a variety of print and electronic media, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes.com, and Fortune.com. Lunch will be served and is sponsored by Andrews Kurth LLP.

RSVP on UT Law Symplicity by Thursday, January 19, by selecting the 'Events' tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/20/13460/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/20/13432/

This is the deadline for faculty to submit all final law grades for the Fall 2011 semester.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/20/13135/

Each spring the CSO presents a Mock Interview Program where attorneys come on campus to provide mock interviews with 1L students prior to Spring OCI and Public Service Career Fair. If interview slots remain available, the CSO will notify 2Ls and 3Ls that they may register as well.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/23/12793/

The American Journal of Criminal Law (AJCL) is now accepting new members. If you are interested in joining one of the country's top criminal law journals, please send a resume, transcript, and a writing sample to managing.ajcl@gmail.com by February 3rd. Applicants who got an A+ or A in Criminal Law will automatically be invited to join after an application is submitted. If there are any questions, please contact Brenna McGee at managing.ajcl@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/23/13532/

Dean Lindquist and the SBA will hold this semester's first Town Hall Meeting. Dean Lindquist will give a report on the State of the Law School, take questions, and join in discussion. The primary topics will be:

• The Transition in the Office of the Dean

• The Search for a Permanent Dean

• The Current State and Future of the Law School

Cookies and soft drinks will be served.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/23/13496/

Westlaw update for Legal Writing Instructors.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/23/12865/

Each spring the CSO presents a Mock Interview Program where attorneys come on campus to provide mock interviews with 1L students prior to Spring OCI and Public Service Career Fair. If interview slots remain available, the CSO will notify 2Ls and 3Ls that they may register as well.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/24/12794/

The American Journal of Criminal Law (AJCL) is now accepting new members. If you are interested in joining one of the country's top criminal law journals, please send a resume, transcript, and a writing sample to managing.ajcl@gmail.com by February 3rd. Applicants who got an A+ or A in Criminal Law will automatically be invited to join after an application is submitted. If there are any questions, please contact Brenna McGee at managing.ajcl@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/24/13552/

HRLS meeting

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/24/13534/

ACLU Pro Bono Know Your Rights Training

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/24/13012/

The American Journal of Criminal Law (AJCL) is now accepting new members. If you are interested in joining one of the country's top criminal law journals, please send a resume, transcript, and a writing sample to managing.ajcl@gmail.com by February 3rd. Applicants who got an A+ or A in Criminal Law will automatically be invited to join after an application is submitted. If there are any questions, please contact Brenna McGee at managing.ajcl@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/25/13553/

Career Counselor Natalie Aitken will discuss strategies and tips to help international LL.M.s build their professional network.

Pizza will be served. RSVP on UT Law Symplicity by Tuesday, January 24, by selecting the 'Events' tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/25/13492/

This is the first of a two-part webinar series, co-sponsored by NALP and Equal Justice Works, which will provide law students with insight on the key elements of the summer public interest job application process. Attorneys with years of application review experience will highlight do’s and don’ts and explain how and why public interest application materials may substantively differ from law firm materials. Panelists include Steve Grumm, Director of Public Service Initiatives, NALP; Stuart Smith, Director of Legal Recruitment, New York City Law Department; and Nicole Vikan, Assistant Director for Public Interest & Government Careers, Georgetown University Law Center.

We invite you to watch this webinar. Cookies will be served. RSVP on UT Law Symplicity by Tuesday, January 24, by selecting the 'Events' tab.

If you are unable to attend, you may register for the webinar directly.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/25/13493/

UT Law alumnus and MALDEF Legislative Staff Attorney Luis Figueroa will discuss immigration legislation that various states have recently adopted. He will address the legal and policy implications of the new immigration laws, as well as the role Texas plays in this national discussion.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/25/12899/

Hosted annually by the UT Law Career Services Office, Public Service Career Fair (PSCF) is the largest public service job fair for law students in Texas. During both days of PSCF, which will be held January 26-27, 2012, public interest and government employers will conduct on-campus interviews for paid and unpaid summer and permanent positions in the Career Services Interview Suite. On Thursday, January 26, certain employers will also host informational tables in the Law School's Susman Godfrey Atrium from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/26/12380/

The American Journal of Criminal Law (AJCL) is now accepting new members. If you are interested in joining one of the country's top criminal law journals, please send a resume, transcript, and a writing sample to managing.ajcl@gmail.com by February 3rd. Applicants who got an A+ or A in Criminal Law will automatically be invited to join after an application is submitted. If there are any questions, please contact Brenna McGee at managing.ajcl@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/26/13554/

During the first day of Public Service Career Fair, representatives from public interest organizations, as well as federal, state and local government agencies will host informational tables, which provide an excellent opportunity for students to network and find out about current volunteer opportunities, summer internships and postgraduate positions. All UT Law students are encouraged to stop by. Please be sure to bring a copy of your resume for employers participating in Table Talk as they may request a copy.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/26/12381/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/26/12153/

Guest speaker Harry Reasoner,'62. RSVP required. Event is open to the first 35 students who respond.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/26/12324/

Meet and listen to Professor Lynn Blais, Leroy G. Denman, Jr. Regents Professor in Real Property Law, discuss current projects she is working on and other areas of interest to her in a relaxed setting. Professor Blais is a Co-Director of the Supreme Court Clinic. In addition, she teaches Administrative Law, Environmental Law, and Property. Her research focuses on the allocation of property rights and natural resources and the decision making processes underlying these allocations.Lunch will be served. RSVP to Gena Dawson at gdawson@law.utexas.edu.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/26/13483/

Learn about practicing as a legal aid attorney, internship opportunities through the Texas Access to Justice Commission and the State Bar of Texas, and about the Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program. Panelists include Mary Christine Reed ‘93, Attorney and Team Manager for Foster Youth Project at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid; Hannah Silk Kapasi, Staff Attorney, Texas Access to Justice Commission; and Adriana Corral, ’13. Refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the State Bar of Texas Law Student Division and UT Law Career Services Office.

RSVP on Eventbrite at http://accessjustice.eventbrite.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/26/13518/

Youth Court Legal Pub Trivia Fundraiser Venue: The Blind Pig, 317 East 6th Street

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/26/12434/

Hosted annually by the UT Law Career Services Office, Public Service Career Fair (PSCF) is the largest public service job fair for law students in Texas. During both days of PSCF, which will be held January 26-27, 2012, public interest and government employers will conduct on-campus interviews for paid and unpaid summer and permanent positions in the Career Services Interview Suite. On Thursday, January 26, certain employers will also host informational tables in the Law School's Susman Godfrey Atrium from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/27/12382/

The American Journal of Criminal Law (AJCL) is now accepting new members. If you are interested in joining one of the country's top criminal law journals, please send a resume, transcript, and a writing sample to managing.ajcl@gmail.com by February 3rd. Applicants who got an A+ or A in Criminal Law will automatically be invited to join after an application is submitted. If there are any questions, please contact Brenna McGee at managing.ajcl@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/27/13555/

On Friday, January 27, Heather Jarvis will be speaking about "Public Service Loan Forgiveness in Five Easy Steps" during lunch from noon-1:15 p.m. as part of the Public Service Career Fair. Many government and nonprofit professionals stand to gain tens of thousands of dollars of student debt relief from the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program established by the College Cost Reduction and Access Act. But the program requirements can be confusing. Heather knows how to break it down step-by-step so it makes sense once and for all.

A former capital defense attorney with law school debt, Heather Jarvis now dedicates her expertise to helping student loan borrowers make better decisions so that higher education can be a reality for all - not just those who can afford it. Specializing in training for high-debt borrowers and the people who love them, Heather has provided guidance and information to thousands of students and alumni. Please RSVP by Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at UTLawJarvis.eventbrite.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/27/13132/

The American Journal of Criminal Law (AJCL) is now accepting new members. If you are interested in joining one of the country's top criminal law journals, please send a resume, transcript, and a writing sample to managing.ajcl@gmail.com by February 3rd. Applicants who got an A+ or A in Criminal Law will automatically be invited to join after an application is submitted. If there are any questions, please contact Brenna McGee at managing.ajcl@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/28/13556/

The American Journal of Criminal Law (AJCL) is now accepting new members. If you are interested in joining one of the country's top criminal law journals, please send a resume, transcript, and a writing sample to managing.ajcl@gmail.com by February 3rd. Applicants who got an A+ or A in Criminal Law will automatically be invited to join after an application is submitted. If there are any questions, please contact Brenna McGee at managing.ajcl@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/29/13557/

Reminder for 3Ls planning to sit for the Texas July 2012 Bar Exam: in order for your In-State Application to Take the TX Bar Exam to be considered timely-filed it must be postmarked by Jan. 30, 2012. This deadline is strictly enforced. A $150 late fee will apply for all applications filed after Jan. 30 and up to the March 30, 2012 absolute postmark deadline.

Applicants who have not yet filed their Declaration of Intention to Study Law must do so prior to or with their In-State Application.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/30/9229/

The American Journal of Criminal Law (AJCL) is now accepting new members. If you are interested in joining one of the country's top criminal law journals, please send a resume, transcript, and a writing sample to managing.ajcl@gmail.com by February 3rd. Applicants who got an A+ or A in Criminal Law will automatically be invited to join after an application is submitted. If there are any questions, please contact Brenna McGee at managing.ajcl@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/30/13558/

Notaries public will be made available at the Law School in the Susman Godfrey Atrium from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm on Monday, January 30. All students needing to have materials notarized prior to their January bar exam deadlines should plan to attend this clinic.

Please note that notary services will NOT be available at the Law School at any other time.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/30/13500/

First, second- and third-year students and alumni up to one year after graduation are eligible to participate in Spring On-Campus Interviews per employer requests. Online bidding takes place January 30-February 6, 2012.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/30/12775/

UT Law’s LexisNexis representative, Jaclyn Thompson, provides an update for faculty on the latest LexisNexis features.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/30/12956/

The American Journal of Criminal Law (AJCL) is now accepting new members. If you are interested in joining one of the country's top criminal law journals, please send a resume, transcript, and a writing sample to managing.ajcl@gmail.com by February 3rd. Applicants who got an A+ or A in Criminal Law will automatically be invited to join after an application is submitted. If there are any questions, please contact Brenna McGee at managing.ajcl@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/31/13559/

Texas Law Students for Reproductive Justice educate, organize, and support law students to ensure that a new generation of advocates will be prepared to protect and expand reproductive rights as basic civil and human rights.

Come to our first meeting of the semester on Tuesday, Jan. 31, at 3:15 in rm. 3.124.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2012/01/31/13631/