Events Calendar

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month, and the Abuse Survivors Assistance Program will be tabling in the Atrium from Sept. 30th to Oct. 2nd with pamphlets and general information about domestic violence in this country. Come by and visit with us!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/09/30/17532/

Notaries will be available in the Atrium to sign and notarize your Declaration of Intent to Study Law prior to the October 1 deadline. Stop by anytime during the event.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/09/30/17358/

Clinical Faculty will be on hand to informally discuss UT Law's clinical program.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/09/30/17384/

Decline period closes today at noon (Central) via UT Law Symplicity. Student schedules and interview awards will be released at noon (Central) on Thursday, October 3, 2013.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/09/30/16848/

Provide water for the CLBE workshop

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/09/30/17445/

Provide water for the CLBE workshop

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/09/30/17446/

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month, and the Abuse Survivors Assistance Program will be tabling in the Atrium from Sept. 30th to Oct. 2nd with pamphlets and general information about domestic violence in this country. Come by and visit with us!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/01/17533/

Clinical faculty, staff and students will be on hand to informally discuss UT Law's clinical program.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/01/17385/

Come hear what it's like to argue and win a case in front of the Supreme Court of the United States from two of UT Law’s own: Jane Webre, '89, counsel of record in Gunn v. Minton, and Cindy Connolly, '96, co-counsel. Jane and Cindy will discuss their experiences of taking a case from state jurisdiction to the national stage, including the pressures and highlights associated with arguing and ultimately winning a case heard by SCOTUS.

Jane and Cindy brought Gunn v. Minton to the Supreme Court of the United States requesting that a decision by the Supreme Court of Texas be reversed. The state court held that a group of legal malpractice claims, involving an underlying patent matter, fell exclusively within federal jurisdiction. Jane and Cindy were successful, and the Supreme Court of the United States decided that the claims would go forward in state court. Read the full SCOTUS opinion here.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/01/17393/

Early registration for courses begins October 7. This session will briefly discuss your options in the Spring semester and beyond.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/01/17097/

Prof. Sager would like to add refreshments for his Const. Law II: Religious Liberty class to be on Tuesdays (not just Wednesdays).

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/01/17398/

GIDEON’S ARMY (HBO Documentary Films, 2013 Sundance Films Official Selection) follows the personal stories of Travis Williams, Brandy Alexander and June Hardwick, three young public defenders who are part of a small group of idealistic lawyers in the Deep South challenging the assumptions that drive a criminal justice system strained to the breaking point. Backed by mentor Jonathan “Rap” Rapping, a charismatic leader who heads the Southern Public Defender Training Center (now known as Gideon’s Promise) they struggle against long hours, low pay and staggering caseloads so common that even the most committed often give up in their first year. Nearly 50 years since the landmark Supreme Court ruling Gideon vs. Wainwright that established the right to counsel, can these courageous lawyers revolutionize the way America thinks about indigent defense and make “justice for all” a reality?

Refreshments will be served. RSVP by Monday, September 30, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the 'Events' tab. Sponsored by the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law and Career Services Office.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/01/17374/

During this general meeting, we will have Tina Fernandez speak about the Volunteer Legal Services Partnership and lawyers from the Hispanic Bar Association of Austin will also attend.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/01/17500/

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month, and the Abuse Survivors Assistance Program will be tabling in the Atrium from Sept. 30th to Oct. 2nd with pamphlets and general information about domestic violence in this country. Come by and visit with us!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/02/17534/

The Abuse Survivors Assistance Program will be selling tickets for the annual Pumpkins & Poker tournament in the Tom Clark Lounge or the Atrium every day starting Wednesday, Oct. 2nd until Thursday, Oct. 10th from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm.

A $15 ticket ($20 at the door) gets you into the raffle for a bunch of awesome prizes, a free t-shirt, a free drink ticket, and a bag of chips to play your poker heart out. Non-players get a raffle ticket and a t-shirt or drink ticket for only $10 ($12 at the door).

All proceeds go to assisting survivors of domestic violence. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at asapsunflower@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/02/17541/

Clinical faculty, staff and students will be on hand to informally discuss the clinics and internships offered at UT Law in the Spring and Summer of 2014. Pizza and drinks will be provided. All students are invited.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/02/17386/

Prof. Sager's Fall 2013 class Constitutional Law II: Religious Liberty (#29477)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/02/17278/

Steven Espenshade and Rebecca Younger from Pirkey Barber will present on trademarks. This is a great opportunity to learn about 'soft IP' topics and ask any questions you may have regarding non-patent IP issues. Food and drinks will be served.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/02/17549/

The Abuse Survivors Assistance Program will be selling tickets for the annual Pumpkins & Poker tournament in the Tom Clark Lounge or the Atrium every day starting Wednesday, Oct. 2nd until Thursday, Oct. 10th from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm.

A $15 ticket ($20 at the door) gets you into the raffle for a bunch of awesome prizes, a free t-shirt, a free drink ticket, and a bag of chips to play your poker heart out. Non-players get a raffle ticket and a t-shirt or drink ticket for only $10 ($12 at the door).

All proceeds go to assisting survivors of domestic violence. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at asapsunflower@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/03/17542/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/03/16711/

Mark Levy, '01, will discuss internship opportunities available in the Texas Office of the Attorney General - Antitrust Division, which may qualify for academic credit. Lunch will be served. RSVP by Wednesday, October 2, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the 'Events' tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/03/17493/

The second round of student interview awards are released today at noon (Central) via UT Law Symplicity.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/03/16850/

Are you a 2L thinking of applying for a postgraduate public interest fellowship? Are you a 3L thinking about applying for one after your judicial clerkship? A panel of current fellows will address how you should be preparing now to position yourself as a viable candidate for these highly competitive fellowships. Panelists include Lisa Philip ’09, Staff Attorney with Disability Rights Texas (Austin) and former Skadden Foundation Fellow; Kyle Stock ’10, Legislative Fellow with the Center for Reproductive Rights (NYC) and former George M. Fleming Health Law Fellow at the Southwest Women's Law Center (Albuquerque) ; Michael Cowles ‘12, current UT Law Glickman Fellow with the Equal Justice Center (Dallas/Austin); and Stephanie Trinh ‘14, current 3L fellowship applicant. Moderated by Nicole Simmons, Director of Public Services Programs, Career Services Office, and Mary Crouter, Assistant Director of the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law. Co-sponsored by the Career Services Office and the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law.

Lunch will be served. RSVP by Wednesday, October 2, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/03/16863/

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

Originalism: A Conversation with Maxwell Goss. Grab lunch with us as we discuss an often-derided constitutional interpretation framework. Noon, Room 3.142. Lunch Provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/03/17548/

There are currently more than 1.4 million Syrian refugees and 4.5 million internally displaced persons. Many of these refugees live in abject squalor in camps far from their homes. Join us to learn more about the situation and the roles humanitarian, human rights, and immigration law have played in shaping it. Our speakers will include Professor Denise Gilman, former Director of the Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project at the Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs and Director of the Immigration Clinic; Professor Michael Churgin, an expert on immigration law; and Alex McLelland, a graduate student focusing on Syria at the UT Middle Eastern Studies Program. Light refreshments will be served.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/03/17535/

The Environmental Law Society presents: Pro Tips for New Associates & Ethical Considerations for All Attorneys & Future Lawyers

Please note NEW LOCATION for Happy Hour at Double Dave's!

Speakers: Tim Wilkins, Vic Ramirez, Katie Bennett, and Martha Landwehr

Tim Wilkins, head of Bracewell & Giuliani’s firm-wide Environmental and Natural Resources practice group, and Vic Ramirez, associate general counsel at the Lower Colorado River Authority, will speak on ethics issues, which may include: professionalism, communications with clients/opposing counsel, confidentiality of information, candor towards the tribunal, and revolving door issues. Katie Bennett, associate at Katten Muchen Rosenman LLP, and Martha Landwehr, general counsel for the Texas Chemical Council, will give practice pointers to new and future attorneys, including tips for communicating with partners and clients, preparing useful work product, navigating law firm/government politics, and interfacing with staff and co-counsel. This is a great opportunity for students to meet environmental lawyers in the Austin area!

Time and Date: Thursday, October 3, at 4:00–5:00 pm followed by Happy Hour at Double Dave's (3000 Duval).

Location: Sheffield Room, TNH 2.111

CLE: 1 hour participatory and 0.5 hour ethics applied for Happy Hour following the meeting at Double Dave's (3000 Duval).

Cost: FREE for all, including sponsored happy hour

RSVP to Phillip Goodwin Phillip.goodwin@tceq.texas.gov by September 30, 2013

For more information call: Phillip Goodwin (512) 239-0675

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/03/17350/

It's the Texas Federalist Society's first membership meeting of the semester. Bring your dues, questions, and appetites!

We are honored to have Texas Supreme Court Justice Don Willett swear us in as members to the society and provide remarks, as well.

Free dinner will follow the meeting.

Interested in joining and/or need to pay your dues? Find us in the Atrium Thursday morning and grab some Kolaches Factory.

Membership inquiries: txfedsoc@gmail.com

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/03/17550/

Trial skills workshop for 2L & 3L students

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/04/17314/

The Abuse Survivors Assistance Program will be selling tickets for the annual Pumpkins & Poker tournament in the Tom Clark Lounge or the Atrium every day starting Wednesday, Oct. 2nd until Thursday, Oct. 10th from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm.

A $15 ticket ($20 at the door) gets you into the raffle for a bunch of awesome prizes, a free t-shirt, a free drink ticket, and a bag of chips to play your poker heart out. Non-players get a raffle ticket and a t-shirt or drink ticket for only $10 ($12 at the door).

All proceeds go to assisting survivors of domestic violence. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at asapsunflower@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/04/17543/

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. If you are interested in participating in either of these job fairs you will need to register early and should make every effort to attend this program. Lunch will be served. RSVP by Thursday, October 3, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/04/16920/

Final student decline period closes today at noon (Central) via UT Law Symplicity. Please note that you may be contacted if additional interview slots open after the close of this decline period.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/04/16849/