Events Calendar

The UT Law Immigration Clinic and Pro Bono Program are hosting a clinic to assist pro se petitioners in applying for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).

The address is as follows: Richardson Family Learning Center Sierra Vista Apartments 4320 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78748

There will be signs up around the complex identifying the location of the Richardson Family Learning Center.

To sign up: Send an email to Andrew Hill at ahill@law.utexas.edu.

For questions, please contact Andrea Meza at ameza0317@gmail.com.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/20/17501/

Prof. Sager's Fall 2013 #29477 class

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/21/17560/

New location! Food will be served. Please RSVP by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 17, to kallie.dale@utlaw.utexas.edu.

Learn about practicing law for a union legal department, a workers’ rights center, a law firm representing unions and workers, and a government agency regulating the workplace. Find out how to get a job promoting workplace justice. In addition, learn about the Peggy Browning Fund Fellowship Program, which offers 10-week funded summer fellowships for first and second-year law students, provides stipends to law students who dedicate their summer to advancing the cause of workers’ rights, and encourages law students to consider labor law as a viable career choice. Panelists include Joseph Baniszewski, Deputy Assistant General Counsel, National Labor Relations Board; Richard Brean, General Counsel, United Steelworkers; Julia Penny Clark, ’73, Bredhoff & Kaiser, P.L.L.C.; Glenda Pittman, Glenda Pittman & Associates, P.C.; William Beardall, Adjunct Professor of Law, Transnational Worker Rights Clinic at UT Law; and Kallie Dale Ramos, 2L, 2013 Peggy Browning Fellow. Moderated by UT Law Professor Jack Getman.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/21/17379/

The Chicano/Hispanic Law Students' Association presents its semi-annual FAJITA FIESTA to fund scholarships. We'll be selling plates of beef/chicken/veggie fajitas - grilled on site - with all the fixings in the Atrium. We usually sell out so come out, enjoy delicious food, and support this great cause!

Cash and credit accepted.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/22/17431/

The Health Law & Bioethics Society invites all UT Law students interested in the practice of health care law to hear about the practice from the following panelists: Steve Aragon, ’88, Chief Legal Counsel, Texas Health and Human Services Commission; Carla Cox, ’76, Partner at Jackson Walker L.L.P. (Austin); Beth Devery, Director of the Health Services Division of Travis County; Penny Hobbs, Partner at McGinnis Lochridge (Austin); and Lee Spangler, Vice President of Medical Economics at the Texas Medical Association and former Associate General Counsel/outgoing Chair of the Health Law Section of the State Bar of Texas.

Special thanks to Jackson Walker for providing lunch. RSVP by Monday, October 21, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab. Space is limited! Co-sponsored by the Career Services Office.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/22/17244/

In celebration of National Pro Bono Week, students are invited to hear Trish McAllister, Executive Director of the Texas access to Justice Commission.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/22/17505/

Come have lunch with two Andrews Kurth real-estate lawyers: Center for Women in Law Founding Member Kathleen Wu and fifth-year attorney Kathleen Tarbox.

Kathleen Wu will share stories from her 30+ years’ experience in real estate, finance, and business transactions. She will offer students invaluable insight from her vantage point as both Managing Partner and Hiring Partner of the Dallas office as well as member of the firm’s Compensation, Finance, and Policy Committees.

Kathleen Tarbox, who has come to work closely with Kathleen Wu since her graduation from the University of Virginia School of Law in ’09, will share experiences from her practice which focuses on commercial real estate and general business transactions.

The Center for Women in Law, through the Tuesday Power Lunch Series, aims to highlight prominent women lawyers from a wide range of career paths in the legal profession. Power Lunch attendees will have a chance to discuss their own career interests and goals in a supportive, informative, and judgment-free environment.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/22/17520/

Harry Reasoner will join the Hodges Society for lunch.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/22/17589/

Professor John Dzienkowski will host a small group lunch. By invitation and sign-up only.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/22/17729/

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/2013/10/22/17401/

Student volunteers will prepare parole packets for victims of domestic violence incarcerated for killing their batterers. They will use information from interviews with inmates conducted by students in the Domestic Violence Clinic to gather information to support the parole packet.

To apply: Submit resume to Andrew Hill at ahill@law.utexas.edu

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/22/17503/

Last day to submit an application to graduate in December; forms are available in the Student Affairs Office. Deadline to register In Absentia.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/23/16199/

Pizza and drinks for all who report Pro Bono hours!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/23/17506/

Andrews Kurth will be offering advice to summer and first year associates

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/23/17731/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/23/17281/

Come to hear discussion of topics in intellectual property law.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/23/17742/

Pizza and drinks for all who report Pro Bono hours!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/24/17507/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/24/16710/

Hodges Society small group lunch with Faculty Advisor Patrick Woolley (by invitation and sign-up only).

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/24/17724/

Join ACS to discuss recent developments in the VRA.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/24/17568/

Join us as four prominent practicing lawyers from Austin and New York share their experience and answer questions about practicing law in the arts and entertainment industry. Panelists will also provide practical advice about how to jump-start your career serving the needs of artistic clients. Options such as solo-practitioner, biglaw entertainment attorney, taking artists as pro bono clients, and going in-house for a music label or film company will all be discussed. A catered lunch will be provided.

Panelists include: Amy Mitchell, Amy E. Mitchell, PLLC, Austin Sheri Hunter, Norton Rose Fulbright, Austin Bill Hart, Proskauer Rose, New York, NY Maria de Cesare, AMC Networks, New York, NY

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/24/17583/

Catherine Jewell, the Career Passion Coach, will walk you through the networking process and provide a practical guide to building a strong network and landing a job. Catherine will give you many concrete tips on how to conduct yourself in networking situations and prepare you for Cocktails and Conversation, which takes place later in the evening, and beyond. Whether you are a 1L, 2L, or 3L, now is the time to begin laying the groundwork for a robust professional network, and this program will give you the tools to grow your network. RSVP by Wednesday, October 23, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/24/17540/

Are you an older student, second-career student, married and/or parenting student, or a student who otherwise departs from the mold of the "traditional" law student - or would you enjoy mingling with them? The Student Affairs Office is sponsoring an initial meeting of non-traditional students to help organize a student organization for interested students. We'll also talk about the great Halloween event the law school sponsors for the children of students!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/24/17702/

Hargrave Faculty Advisor Derek Jinks will have lunch with students in section 3.2.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/24/17730/

Sign-up at 9:00 p.m. on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8 is on a first-come, first-served basis on UT Law Symplicity . Back by popular demand! Participating UT Law J.D. students will have the opportunity to network one-on-one with legal professionals from a variety of practice areas, as well as fellow students, during several short (8-10 minutes) speed networking rounds prior to Cocktails & Conversation. We request that students commit to attend the entire speed networking portion of the event. Please arrive no later than 5:00 p.m. Free parking available in the Museum Garage.

Then afterwards, join us for our 16th Annual Cocktails & Conversation. Your RSVP for Speed Networking will also be noted for Cocktails & Conversation. Dress is business casual.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/24/17011/

All UT Law J.D. students are invited to attend the CSO's 16th Annual Cocktails & Conversation networking reception, which provides the perfect opportunity to meet and network in a casual setting with UT Law alumni and friends. Free parking available in the Museum Garage. This is a great way to expand your network, so don’t miss out! Dress is business casual. RSVP by Wednesday, October 23, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab

Sponsored by the Career Services Office and the UT Law Alumni Association.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/24/17012/

Policy Leadership in the Anti-Trafficking Movement: How Texas' new laws fight slavery

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/25/17396/

Jason Crandall with the Law School Writing Center will discuss how to write a strong and effective personal statement for your judicial clerkship applications. Many judges find these statements very helpful, so make yours as good as possible! Lunch will be served. RSVP by Thursday, October 24, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/25/17485/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/27/17747/

Registration for continuing and readmitted students for the Spring 2014 semester. Add/drop for students who participated in early registration. Check registration schedule for access times.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/28/16200/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/28/17748/

Prof. Sager's Fall 2013 #29477 class

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/28/17561/

Please join us for a talk featuring Donald Ferencz, Visiting Professor at Middlesex University and Convenor of The Global Institute for the Prevention of Aggression. He will speak on "Criminalizing the Illegal Use of Force: Tragedy or Triumph?" Light refreshments will be served.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/28/17082/

Community Fellow Senator Rodney Ellis will host students from the Hargrave Society for dinner and conversation at the Texas Capitol Building.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/28/17728/

Registration for continuing and readmitted students for the Spring 2014 semester. Add/drop for students who participated in early registration. Check registration schedule for access times.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/29/16201/

The timely postmark deadline for 1Ls and out-of-state transfers students to submit their TX Declaration of Intention to Study Law to Study Law to the Board of Law Examiners (BLE) is October 1st.

All students (including 2L and 3L late-filers) who submit their Declaration by October 1st, 2013 are eligible to have their fingerprints taken on location at The School of Law on Tuesday, October 30th—Thursday, November 1st. The BLE will accept the fingerprints taken at this session, though it is after the 10/1 deadline.

Qualifying students who wish to participate must follow the registration instructions and arrive promptly for their appointment with their FAST form filled out and proper ID on hand. Only registered students will be admitted.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/29/17052/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/29/17749/

Learn how to build a leadership portfolio from Janiece Longoria of Ogden Gibson Broocks Longoria & Hall, LLP. Janiece has held some of the most influential roles in Texas including: Chairman of the Port of Houston Authority, the nation’s 2nd busiest port; Regent of the University of Texas System; Member of the Board of Directors of CenterPoint Energy, Inc., the third largest publicly traded natural gas delivery company in the United States; and Member of the Greater Houston Partnership’s Board of Directors, Healthcare Policy Advisory Committee, and Transportation Infrastructure Committee.

Janiece has extensive experience in commercial litigation, securities litigation, and securities arbitration. She will receive the highly-coveted Texas Exes Distinguished Alumnus Award on November 1.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/29/17521/

Practitioners from both the public and private sectors will share their experience and advice on what it’s like to practice trial law and how to get the skills, experience, and contacts you need to land a job. Panelists include Adam Schramek, ’01, Partner, Fulbright & Jaworski LLP; Eleanor Ruffner ‘04, Associate, Fritz, Byrne, Head & Harrison; Ian Spechler, ’07, Disability Rights Texas; and Corby Holcomb, Assistant Trial Director, Travis County Attorney’s Office. Moderated by Professor Tracy McCormack. Lunch will be served. Please RSVP by Monday, October 28, on UT Law Symplicity.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/29/17602/

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/2013/10/29/17402/

The mandatory in-person safety education workshop for select student organizations will be held at the law school on October 29. Visit the main campus Dean of Students webpage to determine if your organization is required to participate. A minimum of three authorized representatives from each selected organization must attend.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/29/17554/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/29/17752/

Moot Court Round 1. Room reservation for pre-judging activities.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/29/17744/

Reminder for 3Ls planning to sit for the Texas February 2014 Bar Exam: in order to sit for the exam, your In-State Application to Take the TX Bar Exam must be post-marked by October 30. This deadline is strictly enforced.

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

If you would like to hand deliver your completed application, their office is located at:

205 W. 14th St. Ste 500, Austin, TX 78701

You're encouraged to arrive well in advance of the 5 PM closing time.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/30/15558/

Registration for continuing and readmitted students for the Spring 2014 semester. Add/drop for students who participated in early registration. Check registration schedule for access times.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/30/16202/

The timely postmark deadline for 1Ls and out-of-state transfers students to submit their TX Declaration of Intention to Study Law to Study Law to the Board of Law Examiners (BLE) is October 1st.

All students (including 2L and 3L late-filers) who submit their Declaration by October 1st, 2013 are eligible to have their fingerprints taken on location at The School of Law on Tuesday, October 30th—Thursday, November 1st. The BLE will accept the fingerprints taken at this session, though it is after the 10/1 deadline.

Qualifying students who wish to participate must follow the registration instructions and arrive promptly for their appointment with their FAST form filled out and proper ID on hand. Only registered students will be admitted.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/30/17084/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/30/17753/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/30/17282/

Come listen to a lecture on patent litigation and enjoy dinner at the same time.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/30/17805/

Registration for continuing and readmitted students for the Spring 2014 semester. Add/drop for students who participated in early registration. Check registration schedule for access times.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/31/16203/

The timely postmark deadline for 1Ls and out-of-state transfers students to submit their TX Declaration of Intention to Study Law to Study Law to the Board of Law Examiners (BLE) is October 1st.

All students (including 2L and 3L late-filers) who submit their Declaration by October 1st, 2013 are eligible to have their fingerprints taken on location at The School of Law on Tuesday, October 30th—Thursday, November 1st. The BLE will accept the fingerprints taken at this session, though it is after the 10/1 deadline.

Qualifying students who wish to participate must follow the registration instructions and arrive promptly for their appointment with their FAST form filled out and proper ID on hand. Only registered students will be admitted.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/31/17085/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/31/17754/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/31/16732/

Hodges Society small group lunch with Faculty Advisor Patrick Woolley (by invitation and sign-up only).

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/31/17725/

Don’t take your bag on the street... Come to the Law School instead for tricks and treats!

Each year, the Law School opens its doors for faculty, staff, and students to bring their littlest ghosts and goblins on a haunted tour. The SAO will have a list of offices participating in the Trick-or-Treat Tour.

Costumes encouraged!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/10/31/17588/

Registration for continuing and readmitted students for the Spring 2014 semester. Add/drop for students who participated in early registration. Check registration schedule for access times.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/11/01/16204/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/11/01/17755/

Judge Nancy Atlas will join students from the Cadena Society for a Community Fellow lunch. By invitation and sign-up only, sponsored by the Student Affairs Office.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/11/01/17103/

Reception followed by panel discussion: “The Bloody Book of Law: Shakespeare's Othello.” With Professors Angela Littwin, Law; Franchelle Dorn, Theater and Dance; Alan Friedman, Coordinator, AFTLS; James Loehlin, Director, Shakespeare at Winedale; and the Spirit of Shakespeare Players performing scenes from Othello. Reception at 6:30, performance at 7:00.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/11/01/17131/

Registration for continuing and readmitted students for the Spring 2014 semester. Add/drop for students who participated in early registration. Check registration schedule for access times.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/11/02/16205/