Events Calendar

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Friday, February 1

All day
Public Service Career Fair (Day II)

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

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 31-February 1, 2013, public interest and government employers will conduct on-campus interviews for paid and unpaid summer and permanent positions in the Career Services Interv

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/01/15623/
12:00pm1:15pm
Heather Jarvis: Public Service Loan Forgiveness in Five Easy Steps

TNH 2.114 (Francis Auditorium)

On Friday, February 1, 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.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/01/13194/
1:30pm2:30pm
FBI Information Session

TNH 3.140 (Jeffers Courtroom)

FBI recruiter, Mirella Rodriguez, will discuss open opportunities for Special Agent positions. RSVP by Thursday, January 31, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/01/15645/

Saturday, February 2

Sunday, February 3

Monday, February 4

All day
Spring OCI - Student Bidding Ends

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 ends at 5 p.m. today via UT Law Symplicity.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/04/15635/

Tuesday, February 5

11:45am1:45pm
Lives in the Law: Pamelya Herndon

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)
12:00pm1:00pm
3:45pm4:45pm

Thursday, February 7

8:45am5:30pm
Conference on Securities Regulation and Business Law

Four Seasons Hotel Austin

Join leading securities law experts, including practitioners, bankers, market makers, regulators and judges at the 35th Annual Conference on Securities Regulation and Business Law at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin for two days of engaging topics.

Don’t miss this opportunity to join us for superb materials, A-list speakers from Texas, New York, and Delaware, and terrific networking opportunities, including buffet lunches and Thurs

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/07/14587/
10:00am5:30pm
3:30pm5:30pm
Careers in Corporate Law

TNH 2.114 (Francis Auditorium)

The Association of Corporate Counsel - Austin Chapter will present a panel discussion on the practice of corporate in-house law. Learn about corporate hiring practices, what it is like to be in-house counsel, and how law firm and in-house practices differ. Reception to follow in the Susman Godfrey Atrium from 4:30-6:30 p.m. RSVP for both the panel and reception by Wednesday, February 6, on

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/07/15910/
3:30pm5:00pm
TMLS G-Body Meeting

TNH 3.142 (Walker Classroom)

TMLS G-Body Meeting

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/07/15954/
CANCELED
New Currents in Evidence Law

TNH 2.111 (Sheffield-Massey Room)
4:00pm6:30pm
5:00pm8:00pm
TILJ International Insolvency Symposium

Thompson Conference Center

The Texas International Law Journal is hosting its annual International Law Symposium on February 7 and 8 in the Thompson Conference Center. This year's faculty sponsor is Professor Westbrook and the topic will be International Insolvency. In the wake of the Euro Debt Crisis, this Symposium will offer forward-thinking viewpoints on the future of international finance.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/07/14818/
5:30pm7:30pm
Political Asylum Training

WWJC Conference Room CCJ 1.324

Friday, February 8

8:00am6:00pm
TILJ International Insolvency Symposium

Thompson Conference Center

The Texas International Law Journal is hosting its annual International Law Symposium on February 7 and 8 in the Thompson Conference Center. This year's faculty sponsor is Professor Westbrook and the topic will be International Insolvency. In the wake of the Euro Debt Crisis, this Symposium will offer forward-thinking viewpoints on the future of international finance.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/08/14819/
8:15am3:15pm
8:30am3:15pm
Conference on Securities Regulation and Business Law

Four Seasons Hotel Austin

Join leading securities law experts, including practitioners, bankers, market makers, regulators and judges at the 35th Annual Conference on Securities Regulation and Business Law at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin for two days of engaging topics.

Don’t miss this opportunity to join us for superb materials, A-list speakers from Texas, New York, and Delaware, and terrific networking opportunities, including buffet lunches and Thurs

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/08/14590/
9:00am5:00pm
11:15am1:30pm

Sunday, February 10

Deadline: 12:00am
Application due for BOA Alumni Relations Director

The Board of Advocates is accepting applications for the Alumni Relations Director position.

The Alumni Relations Director is responsible for outreach to BOA alumni for events and support. These events include the alumni happy hour, spring banquet, law firm sponsorships, and continuing legal education opportunities. The Alumni Relations Director has the opportunity to work with local practitioners and judges.

Those in

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/10/16022/

Monday, February 11

10:30am2:00pm
3:30pm5:15pm
CLBE Workshop

TNH 3.125 (Denius Classroom)
3:45pm5:30pm
New Currents in Evidence Law

TNH 2.111 (Sheffield-Massey Room)

Tuesday, February 12

10:30am2:00pm
SHOW THE LOVE BAKE SALE

TNH 2.100 (Susman Godfrey Atrium)

Join the Abuse Survivors Assistance Program in the Atrium for some sugary goodness and to show your love and support for survivors of domestic abuse in the Austin area.

From 1030 to 2 we’ll be selling baked goods as well as accepting donations that will go directly towards the sponsorship of a real survivor of domestic abuse.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/12/16053/
3:30pm5:00pm
3:45pm4:45pm

Wednesday, February 13

8:30am10:30am
Breakfast Tacos with Andrews Kurth LLP

TNH 2.100 (Susman Godfrey Atrium)

Andrews Kurth LLP invites all 1L students to join them for breakfast and coffee in the Law School Atrium. The Austin, Dallas and Houston Hiring Partners and Recruiters will be in attendance to answer questions about the Firm. Please be sure to stop by on your way to class!

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/13/15498/
9:00am2:00pm
UT Law Academy
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/13/14237/
10:30am2:00pm
SHOW THE LOVE BAKE SALE

TNH 2.100 (Susman Godfrey Atrium)

Join the Abuse Survivors Assistance Program in the Atrium for some sugary goodness and to show your love and support for survivors of domestic abuse in the Austin area.

From 1030 to 2 we’ll be selling baked goods as well as accepting donations that will go directly towards the sponsorship of a real survivor of domestic abuse.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/13/16054/
12:00pm1:00pm
Redistricting Panel

TNH 3.142 (Walker Classroom)
3:30pm4:30pm
Tarlton Talk with Professor Johanson

TNH 2.111 (Sheffield-Massey Room)
6:00pm7:00pm

Thursday, February 14

10:30am2:00pm
SHOW THE LOVE BAKE SALE

TNH 2.100 (Susman Godfrey Atrium)

Join the Abuse Survivors Assistance Program in the Atrium for some sugary goodness and to show your love and support for survivors of domestic abuse in the Austin area.

From 1030 to 2 we’ll be selling baked goods as well as accepting donations that will go directly towards the sponsorship of a real survivor of domestic abuse.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/14/16055/
11:30am1:00pm
Faculty Colloquium - David Heymann (UT)
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/14/15400/
11:45am12:45pm
Federal Courts Judicial Clerkship Panel

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)

A panel of Texas federal judges will discuss judicial clerkships at their courts and what students can do to make themselves competitive clerkship candidates. Panelists include The Hon. Priscilla Owen, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit; the Hon. Jane Boyle, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas; the Hon. Ronald King ‘77, Chief U.S. Bankrupcty Judge, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas; and the Hon

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/14/15268/
1:15pm2:00pm
TLF Summer Fellowship Information Session

TNH 2.140 (Wright Classroom)

TLF will host an information session on Thursday, 2/14 from 1:15-2:05pm in 2.140. The info. session will address how to apply for a TLF fellowship, our annual Pledge Drive, TLF's new application process, and common questions and concerns. All students interested in applying for a fellowship and in TLF's selection process and mission should attend. Thank you!

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/14/16087/

Friday, February 15

8:30am5:00pm
10:00am
Spring OCI - Preselect Scheduling Begins

Preselected students may begin scheduling via UT Law Symplicity for Spring On-Campus Interviews. Scheduling for preselected students ends tomorrow, Saturday, February 16, at noon. Alternate students may begin scheduling available interviews at 6 p.m. Alternate scheduling is on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/15/15636/
11:30am1:00pm
Faculty Colloquium - Emily Meazell (Wake Forest)
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/15/15230/
12:00pm1:00pm
Meet Lt. Gen. Dana Chipman, U.S. Army JAG

TNH 3.125 (Denius Classroom)

Professor Chesney is hosting a visit by Lieutenant General Dana Chipman, who is serving as the 38th Judge Advocate General of the U.S. Army. General Chipman will talk about a number of hot legal issues with which the Army currently is wrestling, as well as his views on the

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/15/15890/

Saturday, February 16

All day
Spring OCI - Preselect Scheduling Ends

Preselected students must accept/decline interviews by noon via UT Law Symplicity for Spring On-Campus Interviews. Alternate students may begin scheduling available interviews at 6 p.m. Alternate scheduling is on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/16/15637/
6:00pm
Spring OCI - Alternate Scheduling Begins

Alternate students may begin scheduling via UT Law Symplicity for Spring On-Campus Interviews. Alternate scheduling is on a first-come, first-served basis and ends tomorrow, Sunday, February 17, at noon.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/16/15638/

Sunday, February 17

All day
Spring OCI - Alternate Scheduling Ends

Alternate students have until noon to schedule interviews via UT Law Symplicity for Spring On-Campus Interviews. Alternate scheduling is on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/17/15639/

Monday, February 18

All day
Law Week sponsored by the SBA

TNH 2.100 (Susman Godfrey Atrium)

45th Annual W. Page Keeton LAW WEEK 2013 sponsored by the Student Bar Association

Law Week is filled with awesome social events, building community, and supporting local charities!

More details to come!

Questions: Email texas.sba@gmail.com.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/18/15086/
8:00am5:00pm
SBA Blood Drive - Law Week

TNH 2.100 (Susman Godfrey Atrium)

As part of Law Week, the Student Bar Association will be hosting a blood drive with the Blood Center of Central Austin! The blood drive will take place in the atrium from 10a.m.-4p.m.

Appointments are recommended.

To make an appointment,

1) go to www.inyourhands.org

2) log in to your account, or create a new one if you have not donated before.

3) click "donate now"

4) click "search by gro

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/18/15499/
12:30pm1:30pm
Board of Advocates General Meeting

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)

General Meeting for BOA members or prospective members. Open to all law students interested in getting involved in advocacy such as mock trial, moot court, voir dire, or admiralty.

Tiff Treats after the meeting!

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/18/16050/
3:45pm5:30pm
New Currents in Evidence Law

TNH 2.111 (Sheffield-Massey Room)

Tuesday, February 19

All day
Law Week sponsored by the SBA

TNH 2.100 (Susman Godfrey Atrium)

45th Annual W. Page Keeton LAW WEEK 2013 sponsored by the Student Bar Association

Law Week is filled with awesome social events, building community, and supporting local charities!

More details to come!

Questions: Email texas.sba@gmail.com.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/19/15093/
11:00am12:30pm
Going In-House: Tips for a Successful Transition to Corporate Counsel (Teleconference)

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

In this teleconference, moderator Dawn-Marie Bey, Partner at King & Spalding LLP (Washington, DC) will lead a panel of corporate counsel who hold positions with the world's leading technology companies. RSVP by Monday, February 18, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/19/16116/
11:15am12:00pm
Dean's Reception - Law Week

Tom Clark Lounge

As a part of Law Week, join Dean Farnsworth and the SBA for a reception in the Tom Clark Lounge with pizza and cookies. Please feel free come with questions for the Dean and to celebrate Law Week!

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/19/15504/
12:00pm1:00pm
TLF Summer Fellowship Information Session

TNH 2.138 (Blanton Classroom)

TLF will host an information session on Tuesday, 2/19, from 12:00 - 1:00 pm in 2.138. The info. session will address how to apply for a TLF fellowship, our annual Pledge Drive, TLF's new application process, and common questions and concerns. All students interested in applying for a fellowship and in TLF's selection process and mission should attend. Thank you!

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/19/16088/
3:30pm5:00pm
3:45pm4:45pm

Wednesday, February 20

All day
Law Week sponsored by the SBA

TNH 2.100 (Susman Godfrey Atrium)

45th Annual W. Page Keeton LAW WEEK 2013 sponsored by the Student Bar Association

Law Week is filled with awesome social events, building community, and supporting local charities!

More details to come!

Questions: Email texas.sba@gmail.com.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/20/15094/
CANCELED
12:00pm2:00pm
12:00pm1:30pm
12:45pm6:15pm
VALCON 2013

Four Seasons Hotel - Las Vegas

Join leading restructuring and valuation experts–attorneys, private equity investors, bankers, financial advisors and workout specialists–to network and discuss cutting-edge valuation issues and market developments.

Presented by The American Bankruptcy Institute, The Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Advisors, and The University of Texas School of Law

View program and register online at www.utcle.org/conferen

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/20/14594/

Thursday, February 21

All day
Law Week sponsored by the SBA

TNH 2.100 (Susman Godfrey Atrium)

45th Annual W. Page Keeton LAW WEEK 2013 sponsored by the Student Bar Association

Law Week is filled with awesome social events, building community, and supporting local charities!

More details to come!

Questions: Email texas.sba@gmail.com.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/21/15095/
8:15am9:15am
Coffee & Conversation with Rudy Metayer, ‘06

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

Start you morning off with great coffee and even better conversation with Rudy Metayer ‘06, the in-house counsel/enforcement attorney with the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services and president of the Austin Black Lawyers Association. RSVP by Wednesday, February 20, on

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/21/16117/
8:30am5:30pm
School Law Conference

AT&T Conference Center - Hotel at UT
8:45am5:45pm
VALCON 2013

Four Seasons Hotel - Las Vegas

Join leading restructuring and valuation experts–attorneys, private equity investors, bankers, financial advisors and workout specialists–to network and discuss cutting-edge valuation issues and market developments.

Presented by The American Bankruptcy Institute, The Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Advisors, and The University of Texas School of Law

View program and register online at www.utcle.org/conferences/VA13

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/21/14595/
11:30am1:00pm
Faculty Colloquium - Jordan Steiker (UT)
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/21/16051/
12:00pm2:00pm
CSO Open House

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

Stop by and meet the CSO staff to learn more about what the CSO has to offer including how to find a summer job and prepare for Spring OCI interviews. Pizza and Tiff’s Treats will be served. Sponsored by the Action Committee for Career Services.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/21/16118/
12:00pm2:00pm
ACCS/CSO Open House

TNH 3.122 (Career Services Interview Suite)
3:30pm5:00pm
TMLS G-Body Meeting

TNH 3.142 (Walker Classroom)

TMLS G-Body Meeting

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/21/15959/

Friday, February 22

All day
Spring Trial Academy

CCJ 3rd Floor Hallway

Spring Trial Academy10

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/22/16091/
8:30am11:45am
VALCON 2013

Four Seasons Hotel - Las Vegas

Join leading restructuring and valuation experts–attorneys, private equity investors, bankers, financial advisors and workout specialists–to network and discuss cutting-edge valuation issues and market developments.

Presented by The American Bankruptcy Institute, The Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Advisors, and The University of Texas School of Law

View program and register online at www.utcle.org/conferences/VA13

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/22/14596/
12:00pm
Spring Trial Academy Instructor Meeting

CCJ 3.338

Spring Trial Academy Instructor Meeting

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/22/16093/

Saturday, February 23

10:00pm
Casino Night - SBA Spring Gala

Join the Student Bar Association for our annual Casino Night party on Saturday, February 23 at Hilton Austin (500 E. 4th Street)! The party will include a casino, prizes, food, drinks, and a DJ! Casino Night is the last event of Law Week.

Tickets will go on sale in the Atrium on Monday, February 18.

If you have any questions, email texas.sba@gmail.com.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/23/15085/

Monday, February 25

All day
Spring On-Campus Interviews

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

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.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/25/15640/
8:00am6:00pm
Judges in Residence

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)

Judges in Residence

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/25/14721/
11:30am1:00pm
3:45pm5:30pm
New Currents in Evidence Law

TNH 2.111 (Sheffield-Massey Room)
5:30pm6:30pm
Patent Bar Exam Information Session presented by Practising Law Institute

TNH 3.126 (Ratliff Classroom)

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.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/25/15889/

Tuesday, February 26

All day
Spring On-Campus Interviews

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

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.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/26/15641/
8:00am6:00pm
Judges in Residence

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)

Judges in Residence

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/26/14732/
3:45pm4:45pm

Wednesday, February 27

All day
Spring On-Campus Interviews

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

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.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/27/15642/
8:00am6:00pm
Judges in Residence

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)

Judges in Residence

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/27/14733/
11:45am12:45pm
Judicial Clerkships: Inside Talk with Judge Edward Prado

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

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

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/27/16119/
3:00pm5:00pm
Panel on Practicing in Criminal Law.

TNH 2.111 (Sheffield-Massey Room)
3:45pm4:45pm
Practicing in Criminal Law (with Tiff's Treats!)

TNH 2.111 (Sheffield-Massey Room)

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.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/27/16216/

Thursday, February 28

All day
Spring On-Campus Interviews

Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122)

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.

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/28/15643/
8:00am6:00pm
Judges in Residence

CCJ 2.306 (Eidman Courtroom)

Judges in Residence

For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/28/14734/
11:30am1:00pm
Faculty Colloquium - Tom Baker (Penn Law)
(This event’s full information is restricted to Texas Law faculty and staff only.) For more information visit https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2013/02/28/15391/
3:00pm5:00pm
Ninth Tarlton Annual Rare Book Lecture

TNH 2.111 (Sheffield-Massey Room)
7:00pm9:30pm