Events Calendar

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 28-February 4, 2013 via UT Law Symplicity.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/25/15640/

Judges in Residence series; court will be in session for two weeks (students/faculty invited)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/25/14721/

Ramzi Kassem, Associate Professor of Law and Director of the Immigrant & Non-Citizen Rights Clinic at the City University of New York will present a talk entitled "'Zero Dark Thirty' and Torture in American Discourse." The Oscar-nominated film Zero Dark Thirty has reignited the controversy about the place of torture in American policy. Professor Ramzi Kassem will explore what the ongoing debate reveals—and what it obscures—about American counterterrorism efforts and the United States’ current legal and moral standing. Presented by the Department of Anthropology, the National Security Clinic, the Rapoport Center for Human Rights and Justice, the Department of Sociology, and the South Asia Institute.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/25/16115/

Prof. Alex Stein will speak.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/25/15956/

Practising Law Institute (PLI) invites you to a presentation by Mark Dighton, PLI's Director of Law School Relations and a Director of their Patent Bar Review Course. Topics for discussion include the latest information on the Patent Bar Exam and who can take it; how it works, now that it's on computer and “on demand”; when you should take it (you don't need to…and probably shouldn't…wait until you graduate); how and when the America Invents Act will impact the Exam; and recommendations on when and how to study for the Patent Exam. Scholarships to PLI's other IP programs will also be discussed.

If you have an undergrad degree (or at least about two years of coursework) in engineering, computer sciences or the hard sciences (chemistry, biology, physics, some related fields), and are interested in becoming a Patent Agent or Attorney, you are invited to attend.

Pizza will be served. RSVP by Friday, February 22, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/25/15889/

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 28-February 4, 2013 via UT Law Symplicity.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/26/15641/

Judges in Residence series; court will be in session for two weeks (students/faculty invited)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/26/14732/

The Review of Litigation is hosting our supporting law firms for a luncheon panel discussion titled: "Tips for Success as a First Year Associate." The participating firms are: Jones Day, Beck Redden, Fish & Richardson, V&E, Akin Gump, and McKool Smith. First year, second year, and third year students will attend.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/26/16215/

Myron Hess manages the Texas Water Program in the Austin office of the National Wildlife Federation.

Throughout his 20+ years of work as an attorney, Myron's practice has been concentrated primarily in the areas of water quality and quantity and endangered species protection in Texas.

Myron obtained his law degree from the University of Texas. Prior to taking his current position in 1998, Myron worked in private practice and as an environmental attorney for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. He obtained his undergraduate degree in wildlife and fisheries sciences from Texas A&M University.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/26/16218/

Free yoga class for law school students, faculty and staff. All experience levels welcome. Equipment provided but please wear comfortable clothing.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/26/15982/

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 28-February 4, 2013 via UT Law Symplicity.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/27/15642/

Judges in Residence series; court will be in session for two weeks (students/faculty invited)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/27/14733/

Join Judge Edward Prado, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, for an informal discussion about judicial clerkships. Learn what judicial clerks do and how to best position yourself to become a clerk. Judge Prado will be joined by his current clerks: Kate Nanney ’12, Anthony Arguijo ’11, Avis Bohen, and Joshua Weiss. Lunch will be served. Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 26, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/27/16119/

Panel on Practicing in Criminal Law. We're bringing together prosecutors and defense attorneys from various types of criminal practice to discuss their practice from a career exploration perspective, and answer student questions about practicing in criminal law.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/27/16052/

Interested in finding out more about practicing in criminal law, and how to connect with practitioners? Find out over Milk & Tiff's Treats!

Join the American Constitution Society (ACS), Public Interest Law Association (PILA), the American Journal of Criminal Law, and three fantastic local attorneys in a chat about a career in criminal law from defense, prosecution, and judicial perspectives. Panelists include Michelle Fernald, Deputy Chief of the United States Attorney's Office, Austin Office; Pamela Sigman, private practitioner with Sigman & Sigman and Director of UT's Juvenile Justice Clinic; and Amanda Woog, Law Clerk for Judge Cheryl Johnson, Texas Court of Criminal Appeals.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/27/16216/

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 28-February 4, 2013 via UT Law Symplicity.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/28/15643/

Judges in Residence series; court will be in session for two weeks (students/faculty invited)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/28/14734/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/28/15391/

The Tarlton Law Library will present its ninth annual rare book lecture, "Evidence from the Fifteenth Century: Tarlton Law Library's Earliest Printed Books" on Thursday, February 28, 2013, at 3:00 p.m. The talk features Dr. Eric White, Curator of Special Collections, Bridwell Library, Southern Methodist University.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/28/15971/

Calling all 2Ls! You’re nearly halfway through and the Law Alumni Association wants to throw you a party!

Thursday, February 28, 2013

The Ranch 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Corral Room 701A West 6th Street Austin, Texas

Food and drink will be provided. Casual attire.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/28/16003/

To celebrate our diamond anniversary, A&F is bringing you our take on the revered classic, the story of Harry Potter. In Harry Potter and the Order of the Peregrinus, Harry and his motley crew of nerdy magic law students fight against the Slythegreens to secure the most desirable jobs that The Magic University of Texas Magic School of Magic Law can offer. Unfortunately, coming to the Slythegreens' aid is none other than Snemily Snadens, Voldemort's ally and the gatekeeper to the highly-sought-after judicial clerkships that all the magic law students sooooo covet. Only after watching the show will you discover who ultimately prevails in the job search! ...And also, who wouldn't want to see Assault & Flattery ruin another one of your favorite stories?

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/28/16122/

For details regarding this event please contact Meaghan K. Goldner, President, Texas Federalist Society at (412) 841-3557 or meaghan.goldner@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/01/14376/

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 28-February 4, 2013 via UT Law Symplicity.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/01/15644/

Spring Trial Academy - 4 day training program for 2L interscholastic mock trial students

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/01/16094/

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

Judges in Residence series; court will be in session for two weeks (students/faculty invited)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/01/14735/

A panel of judges from various Texas state courts will discuss judicial clerkships at their courts and what students can do to make themselves competitive clerkship candidates. Panelists include the Hon. Wallace Jefferson ’88, Chief Justice, Supreme Court of Texas; the Hon. Elsa Alcala, Texas Court of Criminal Appeals; the Hon. Jane Bland ‘90, Texas Court of Appeals, First District; and the Hon. Sandee Bryan Marion, Texas Court of Appeals, Fourth District. RSVP by Thursday, February 28, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/01/15793/

Senator Salinas is the Chair of the Environmental and Natural Resources Committee of the Mexican Senate and is a member of the Justice Committee, the Subcommittee on North American Affairs, and the Energy Committee. She is a leading figure in Mexican Energy Policy. Prior to her election to the Senate, Salinas served in the Mexican House of Representatives where she authored a number of important bills, including Mexico’s new Climate Change Law and a bill to increase investment in the Mexican Institute of Water Technology. Senator Salinas is also a business woman, serving as an executive for various companies affiliated with the powerful Mexican conglomerate Grupo Salinas (second largest private company in Mexico), which owns a number of important businesses that participate in the television industry, the telecommunications sector, the banking and financial market. She also serves as the Director of Energy and Sustainability for the conglomerate.

LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED

RSVP to Gena Dawson gdawson@law.utexas.edu

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/01/16045/

Spring Trial Academy Instructor Meeting

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/01/16095/

Apply for funding for your summer public interest or government internship! Applications for a TLF summer fellowship are due by Friday, March 1 at 5:00pm. Visit texaslawfellowships.org for more information.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/01/16260/

To celebrate our diamond anniversary, A&F is bringing you our take on the revered classic, the story of Harry Potter. In Harry Potter and the Order of the Peregrinus, Harry and his motley crew of nerdy magic law students fight against the Slythegreens to secure the most desirable jobs that The Magic University of Texas Magic School of Magic Law can offer. Unfortunately, coming to the Slythegreens' aid is none other than Snemily Snadens, Voldemort's ally and the gatekeeper to the highly-sought-after judicial clerkships that all the magic law students sooooo covet. Only after watching the show will you discover who ultimately prevails in the job search! ...And also, who wouldn't want to see Assault & Flattery ruin another one of your favorite stories?

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/01/16123/

For details regarding this event please contact Meaghan K. Goldner, President, Texas Federalist Society at (412) 841-3557 or meaghan.goldner@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/02/14377/

Texas Law Review is proud to host the annual Top Law Reviews Conference. This event brings together the Editors-in-Chief and Managing Editors of top law journals in the nation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/02/15214/

As part of the University's celebration of Explore UT, the Law School will offer the following events: 11AM in TNH 2.137 - "So You Want To Go To Law School" with Assistant Dean for Admissions Monica Ingram 1PM and 3PM in the Eidman Courtroom: Performance - Gold E. Locks on Trial, Judge Edward Prado, US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, presiding. Law students will perform the roles from this familiar fairy tale.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/02/15710/

To celebrate our diamond anniversary, A&F is bringing you our take on the revered classic, the story of Harry Potter. In Harry Potter and the Order of the Peregrinus, Harry and his motley crew of nerdy magic law students fight against the Slythegreens to secure the most desirable jobs that The Magic University of Texas Magic School of Magic Law can offer. Unfortunately, coming to the Slythegreens' aid is none other than Snemily Snadens, Voldemort's ally and the gatekeeper to the highly-sought-after judicial clerkships that all the magic law students sooooo covet. Only after watching the show will you discover who ultimately prevails in the job search! ...And also, who wouldn't want to see Assault & Flattery ruin another one of your favorite stories?

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/02/16124/

Texas Law Review is proud to host the annual Top Law Reviews Conference. This event brings together the Editors-in-Chief and Managing Editors of top law journals in the nation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/03/15215/

To celebrate our diamond anniversary, A&F is bringing you our take on the revered classic, the story of Harry Potter. In Harry Potter and the Order of the Peregrinus, Harry and his motley crew of nerdy magic law students fight against the Slythegreens to secure the most desirable jobs that The Magic University of Texas Magic School of Magic Law can offer. Unfortunately, coming to the Slythegreens' aid is none other than Snemily Snadens, Voldemort's ally and the gatekeeper to the highly-sought-after judicial clerkships that all the magic law students sooooo covet. Only after watching the show will you discover who ultimately prevails in the job search! ...And also, who wouldn't want to see Assault & Flattery ruin another one of your favorite stories?

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/03/16125/

TLF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that raises money for students who spend their summers doing unpaid public interest work. This year, the spring pledge drive is March 4 - March 22nd.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/04/15934/

The Texas Environmental Law Journal is accepting applications for its Early Spring Write-On. Applications are due by 5:00pm on March 18, 2013. For more information visit www.telj.org/join.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/04/16270/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/04/15787/

TLF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that raises money for students who spend their summers doing unpaid public interest work. This year, the spring pledge drive is March 4 - March 22nd.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/05/15935/

The Texas Environmental Law Journal is accepting applications for its Early Spring Write-On. Applications are due by 5:00pm on March 18, 2013. For more information visit www.telj.org/join.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/05/16271/

Join CHLSA in the atrium for delicious grilled beef, chicken, or vegetarian fajita tacos with rice and beans on March 5. Come support CHLSA and get some great food!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/05/15953/

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 application deadlines and the two online systems students will be using to apply for clerkships. RSVP by Monday, March 4, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/05/15794/

A discussion of the statutory model for quantifying the resource and determining water availability and implications of state water planning and Federal action under the Endangered Species Act

Mike Gershon is a partner at the environmental law firm of Lloyd Gosselink. He is General Counsel to several groundwater conservation districts, and represents several cities and utilities, and many landowners and businesses. Mike also works on endangered species issues, primarily involving species that depend upon spring flow.

LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED RSVP to Gena Dawson at gdawson@law.utexas.edu

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/05/16177/

Attorneys from Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP will be presenting at the meeting. The presentation will address tips for succeeding as an IP summer associate.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/05/16253/

In a post-9/11 world, the War on Terror has raised a number of challenging issues for the U.S. Foremost among these issues has been the size and reach of executive power, and the 'creep' of national policy to the state and local levels. No topics better symbolize this dilemma of executive power facing the nation than the systematic use of torture under President Bush, the targeted killing drone program under President Obama, and the expansion of the drone program into the arena of domestic surveillance. Come and join Shahid Buttar as he discusses executive power and accountability through the prisms of torture and drones.

Shahid Buttar is the executive director of the Bill of Rights Defense Committee and the People’s Campaign for the Constitution. Mr. Buttar leads these groups’ efforts to defend civil liberties, constitutional rights, and rule of law principles threatened within the United States by law enforcement and intelligence agencies. A graduate of Stanford Law School, Mr. Buttar is a constitutional lawyer, grassroots organizer, independent columnist, musician, poet, and a leading national commentator on issues related to executive authority, transparency, and accountability.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/05/16267/

Free yoga class for law school students, faculty and staff. All experience levels welcome. Equipment provided but please wear comfortable clothing.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/05/15983/

Julia Vaughan, Executive Director of the Texas Board of Law Examiners, will explain the components of the Texas Bar Exam, as well as the rules regarding taking the bar.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/05/16097/

Interested in meeting progressive lawyers in Austin? Interested in employment law? Come to a happy hour and mingle with ACS and ACAPELA (Austin and Capitol Area Plaintiff Employment Lawyers Association) attorneys.

Date: Tuesday, March 5th Time: 5:30 Location: Sholz Garten, 1607 San Jacinto Hosts: ACS and ACAPELA (Austin and Capitol Area Plaintiff Employment Lawyers' Association)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/05/16256/

TLF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that raises money for students who spend their summers doing unpaid public interest work. This year, the spring pledge drive is March 4 - March 22nd.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/06/15936/

The Texas Environmental Law Journal is accepting applications for its Early Spring Write-On. Applications are due by 5:00pm on March 18, 2013. For more information visit www.telj.org/join.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/06/16272/

Join the Federalist Society to hear Greg Katsas discuss the Affordable Care Act's impact on commerce power and spending power jurisprudence. Mr. Katsas is a partner at Jones Day, and one of their most experienced appellate attorneys. He has argued before every federal appellate court, including the U.S. Supreme Court where he recently briefed and argued last year's landmark Obamacare case. Mr. Katsas is a former clerk of Justice Thomas on both the D.C. Circuit and the Supreme Court.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/06/16032/

Study tips and dicsussion

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/06/16290/

Hi y’all!

Join us this Wednesday March 6, 2013 at 6:00PM for PILA’s first Potluck of the semester. Two clinical professors Bill Allison and Jeana Lungwitz will be our guests for the evening (Professor Ariel Dulitzky may also join). This will be a great opportunity to learn more about some really great clinics. Get excited! We look forward to seeing you there!

Bill Allison is a Clinical Professor of Law, Director of the Criminal Defense Clinic and Co-director of the Actual Innocence Clinic. He is a Board Certified Specialist in Criminal Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. In recent years, Bill Allison and a team of lawyers won the release of a young man who had spent more than 12 years in prison for a murder he did not commit. Recently, he was part of the team that won a $5.3 million civil rights settlement for one of these exonerated individuals.

Jeana Lungwitz is a Clinical Professor in the Domestic Violence Clinic. She began her work with victims of domestic violence volunteering at the Center for Battered Women (currently Safeplace) in Austin, Texas in 1991, Later on, she went to work as a Family Violence Staff Attorney with the Texas Advocacy Project, Inc. (formerly the Women’s Advocacy Project), a non-profit legal corporation.

DATE: Wednesday March 6, 2013 TIME: 6:00-8PM LOCATION: 1807 Salina St. Austin, TX 78702 CONTACT: Abby (512) 767-5240 FOOD: PILA will provide the main dish. Please feel free to bring drinks and snacks.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/06/16268/

TLF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that raises money for students who spend their summers doing unpaid public interest work. This year, the spring pledge drive is March 4 - March 22nd.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/07/15937/

The Texas Environmental Law Journal is accepting applications for its Early Spring Write-On. Applications are due by 5:00pm on March 18, 2013. For more information visit www.telj.org/join.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/07/16273/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/07/15150/

Our general body meeting to organize events, give announcements, and fellowship with friends. Meetings are every other week.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/07/15960/

To be presented: "A Demonstration that Evidence Scholarship Can be Fun, Meaningful, and Enlightening, Too"

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/07/16262/

1L sign-up is on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 19 on UT Law Symplicity. Space is limited! Learn the finer points of business dining and protocol over a three-course seated dinner presented by Mary Crane (www.marycrane.com). This free 1L Etiquette Dinner is generously sponsored by Locke Lord 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. Dress is business casual.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/07/15911/

TLF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that raises money for students who spend their summers doing unpaid public interest work. This year, the spring pledge drive is March 4 - March 22nd.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/08/15938/

The Texas Environmental Law Journal is accepting applications for its Early Spring Write-On. Applications are due by 5:00pm on March 18, 2013. For more information visit www.telj.org/join.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/08/16274/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/08/14238/

The Alumni Association is having a reception for all Los Angeles area alumni on Saturday, March 9 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. in the home of 1994 alumnus Jerry Hawxhurst

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/03/09/15438/