Events Calendar

On Monday, January 26th, Jones Day and the Texas Law Alumni Association is pleased to announce that it will kick off its Spring 2015 Townes Hall Morning Coffee for all students every Monday morning. Please bring your favorite travel mug from home (we are “going green,” so no paper products will be provided) and enjoy FREE coffee every Monday morning to start off your week on behalf of Jones Day and the Alumni Association. Coffee will be located at one, large station located near the 1L Classrooms (by TNH 2.140, TNH 2.139, etc.) beginning at 8:45 am.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/06/20073/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/06/19995/

Supreme Ct. Seminar refreshments

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/06/20131/

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

Globalization Seminar Mondays refreshments

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/06/20095/

Focus groups conducted by the College of Communications.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/07/20310/

Texas Law Review hosts the Spring 2015 Write-On Information Meeting.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/07/20366/

Learn about some of the more popular project-based fellowships obtained by Texas Law graduates. You’ll learn about the application process and strategies for putting together a competitive fellowship application. Panelists include Meredith Parekh ‘11, Staff Attorney with Disability Rights Texas and former Skadden Foundation fellow; Tovah Pentelovitch, 3L and 2015 Equal Justice Works Fellow with Texas RioGrande Legal Aid; and Sofia Meissner, 3L and 2015 UT Law Justice Corps Fellow with Human Rights First. Moderated by Nicole Simmons, Director of Public Service Programs, Career Services Office.

Lunch will be served. RSVP by Monday, April 6, on Symplicity by selecting the 'Events' tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/07/19899/

Joseph B. C. Fitzsimmons, partner, Uhl, Fitzsimons, Jewett & Burton, PLLC, will give a KBH Energy Center Distinguished Lecture from 12-1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2015. Mr. Fitzsimons a natural resources, oil and gas and water law attorney and third-generation South Texas rancher. From 2001-2007, Mr. Fitzsimons was on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission. For his KBH Energy Center Distinguished Lecture, Mr. Fitzsimons will give an overview of some of the key issues that landowners and oil and gas companies deal with in Texas and the challenges that accompany the presence of endangered species on the land, as well as other environmental concerns. He will also speak about his practice and his experience as chair of TPWD.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/07/20005/

3Ls and LLMs are invited to get a jump on studying for the bar with these skills based sessions. Learn how to effectively write bar exam essay answers. TX bar questions will be used as examples. Sessions take place on Tuesdays at noon in TNH 2.124 and repeat Thursday at noon in TNH 2.124. This is a four week series, which builds on the exercise from the previous week.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/07/20247/

ALSA General Meeting

Contact number (281)777-9488

Account number 1960008451 (for cleaning)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/07/20101/

ALSA General Meeting

Contact number (281)777-9488

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/07/20103/

ALSA General Meeting

Contact number (281)777-9488

Account number 1960008451 (for cleaning)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/07/20106/

Planning meeting for IN15

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/08/20377/

Weekly luncheon for TexasLaw faculty members

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/08/19634/

Interested in a career with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)? Come learn from CIA recruiters about the CIA hiring initiatives as they relate to law students.

Lunch will be served. Please RSVP by Tuesday, April 7, on Symplicity by selecting the 'Events' tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/08/20370/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/08/20167/

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

Globalization Seminar refreshments

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/08/20116/

Are you considering opportunities in government service or public interest law? The UT Law Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP), administered by the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law, provides financial assistance to graduates with educational debt who enter qualifying public service. The UT Law LRAP, coupled with the new federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Income Based Repayment programs, will significantly help graduates in public service repay their educational debt.

Eden Harrington, Director of the Justice Center, will present basic information about Texas Law LRAP and answer questions about it. Thursday, April 9, 2015, 8:39-9:30 am, Sheffield-Massey Room, breakfast provided

For more information about the event, contact Rachel Sidopulos, Justice Center Administrator, rsidopulos@law.utexas.edu

For more information about UT LRAP, see http://www.utexas.edu/law/centers/publicinterest/lrap/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/09/19981/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/09/19922/

Learn what steps to take with money when you graduate. The session will cover how to get out of debt, start investing, prepare for financial emergencies, and make big purchases like buying a car or home. You’ll get an overview of how retirement plans, mortgages, and student loan repayment works.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/09/20262/

Lunch with students in my corporate governance class.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/09/20384/

1Ls: Come learn about judicial clerkships - what they are, why you should clerk, and what you need to be doing now to best position yourself to apply during your 2L year. If you are at all interested in a judicial clerkship, you should definitely come to this program. Panelists include Justice Jane Bland, Texas First Court of Appeals; Judge Robert Pitman, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas; and Judge Nelva Gonzales Ramos, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas. Moderated by Lisa Hobbs, ’00, former General Counsel, Supreme Court of Texas.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/09/19035/

3Ls and LLMs are invited to get a jump on studying for the bar with these skills based sessions. Learn how to effectively write bar exam essay answers. TX bar questions will be used as examples. Sessions take place on Tuesdays at noon in TNH 2.124 and repeat Thursday at noon in TNH 2.124. This is a four week series, which builds on the exercise from the previous week.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/09/20251/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/09/20379/

Professor Jinks will be holding a make up session for his International Criminal Law class (12 students). Pizza and drinks will be served.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/09/20346/

The role of money in the American political process has grown dramatically in recent years. Its pernicious effects can be felt in the issues raised and policies passed at the local, state and federal levels. Join us in welcoming Demos Counsel and Senior Advisor Adam Lioz to Austin for a discussion during happy hour on issues relating to money and politics.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/09/20355/

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

Since 2010, the Texas Environmental Law Journal has provided a forum and speakers for current issues in environmental law.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/10/18955/

Capital Punishment Center Conference

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/10/19119/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/10/20371/

The Texas Business Law Society and Norton Rose Fulbright are pleased to present the Second Annual Mergers & Acquisitions School for UT Law students. This two day program will provide participants with a thorough understanding and analysis of the M&A process and agreements.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/10/19028/

2L interscholastic mock trial team workshop

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/10/20198/

Capital Punishment Center Conference

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/11/19120/

The Texas Business Law Society and Norton Rose Fulbright are pleased to present the Second Annual Mergers & Acquisitions School for UT Law students. This two day program will provide participants with a thorough understanding and analysis of the M&A process and agreements.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/11/19029/

On Monday, January 26th, Jones Day and the Texas Law Alumni Association is pleased to announce that it will kick off its Spring 2015 Townes Hall Morning Coffee for all students every Monday morning. Please bring your favorite travel mug from home (we are “going green,” so no paper products will be provided) and enjoy FREE coffee every Monday morning to start off your week on behalf of Jones Day and the Alumni Association. Coffee will be located at one, large station located near the 1L Classrooms (by TNH 2.140, TNH 2.139, etc.) beginning at 8:45 am.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/13/20074/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/13/20372/

Supreme Ct. Seminar refreshments

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/13/20132/

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

Globalization Seminar Mondays refreshments

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/13/20096/

TJOGEL will welcome new Board members and plan the remainder of the semester and tentatively plan for next year. TJOGEL officers will detail expectations and responsibilities for the incoming Board.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/13/20374/

TJOGEL will welcome new Board members and detail their responsibilities for the upcoming year.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/13/20375/

This session will be similar to March 12, 2015

Representatives from TG Policy and Regulation will be on campus to present repayment information for law students. All law students will be invited.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/14/20267/

Working for a nonprofit or government agency this summer? This session will prepare you to thrive and get the most out of your summer work experience.

Clinical professors Mary Crouter, Andrea Marsh, and Lucy Wood, along with a panel of students familiar with nonprofit and government settings, will discuss how to handle opportunities and challenges that come up in these unique work environments, including getting great work and supervision, and steering clear of ethical pitfalls.

Lunch will be served. RSVP by Monday, April 13, on Symplicity by selecting the 'Events' tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/14/19902/

3Ls and LLMs are invited to get a jump on studying for the bar with these skills based sessions. Learn how to effectively write bar exam essay answers. TX bar questions will be used as examples. Sessions take place on Tuesdays at noon in TNH 2.124 and repeat Thursday at noon in TNH 2.124. This is a four week series, which builds on the exercise from the previous week.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/14/20248/

Please join ACS for a film screening, discussion, refreshments, and networking.

In our democracy, the courts hold out the promise of safeguarding everyone, regardless of wealth and power. But that fundamental promise of equal justice under law is facing a severe threat. Buried in everyday agreements for products, services, and jobs is fine print saying when you are harmed, you can’t go before an impartial jury or judge. Instead, these forced arbitration clauses send you to a decision-maker picked by the company that wronged you. Not surprisingly, one study found that arbitrators rule for companies over consumers 94 percent of the time. And you’re stuck with their decision because there’s no appeal. It’s a rigged system that helps companies evade responsibility for violating anti-discrimination, consumer protection, and public health laws.

Narrated by former U.S. Secretary of Labor Robert Reich, AFJ’s new short documentary Lost in the Fine Print tells the story of three everyday people who found themselves trapped in this system—and the impact of forced arbitration on their lives and livelihoods.

Lost in the Fine Print is a game-changer. It demystifies the concept of forced arbitration, and urges us to demand change. After the screening, we invite you to participate in a conversation about this critical issue and learn about how we can all stand up to reclaim core democratic principles.

Featured Speakers:

Michelle D. Schwartz, Director of Justice Programs, Alliance for Justice N. Alex Winslow, Executive Director, Texas Watch Javier Espinoza, The Espinoza Law Firm

This event is sponsored by Alliance for Justice, the American Constitution Society–UT Law Chapter, Texas Watch, Public Citizen and Texas Trial Lawyers Association.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/14/20376/

On April 15-17, 2015, the Center for Women in Law will convene leaders in law in Austin, Texas for the 2015 Women’s Power Summit on Law and Leadership. The Women's Power Summit, held every two years, is one of the most significant gatherings of women attorneys in the country. Law school deans, general counsel, federal and state judges, members of law firm management, government officials, state bar presidents, and other prominent women lawyers will attend the 2015 Women’s Power Summit, marking the fourth time leaders will gather in Austin to address issues of vital importance to women lawyers.

Invitation-only event | Invitations are non-transferable

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/15/19030/

Weekly luncheon for TexasLaw faculty members

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/15/19635/

Please join us for the next event in the Rapoport Center's Human Rights Happy Hour Speaker Series. The event will feature Gilbert Achcar (SOAS, University of London), who will speak on “The Arab Upheaval: Roots, Dynamics, and Prospects.” The event is co-sponsored by Texas A&M University, the University of Texas at San Antonio, and Middle Eastern Studies at UT Austin.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/15/20261/

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

Globalization Seminar refreshments

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/15/20117/

On April 15-17, 2015, the Center for Women in Law will convene leaders in law in Austin, Texas for the 2015 Women’s Power Summit on Law and Leadership. The Women's Power Summit, held every two years, is one of the most significant gatherings of women attorneys in the country. Law school deans, general counsel, federal and state judges, members of law firm management, government officials, state bar presidents, and other prominent women lawyers will attend the 2015 Women’s Power Summit, marking the fourth time leaders will gather in Austin to address issues of vital importance to women lawyers.

Invitation-only event | Invitations are non-transferable

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/16/19031/

Need to take a break from studying for exams? Stop by the Atrium, visit with the CSO staff, and grab a snack and some swag for studying. Breakfast food will be served in the morning at 9:00 a.m. and pizza will be served in the afternoon at 11:45 a.m. All Texas Law students are invited!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/16/19901/

This workshop is designed for 3Ls entering public interest law, government service, or any other field that qualifies for federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Explore federal loan repayment and loan forgiveness programs and the Texas Law Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP) in greater depth in a small group setting. Bring your laptops and your questions. Nicole Simmons, Director of Public Service Programs in the CSO; Mary Crouter, Assistant Director of the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law; and Mario Villa, Director of Student Recruitment and Financial Aid at Texas Law will facilitate the session. Students attending should be familiar with the material presented by Heather Jarvis from her presentation, “Public Service Loan Forgiveness in Five Easy Steps” (January 30, 2015; search the CSO eLibrary for a link to the presentation).

Lunch will be served. RSVP by Wednesday, April 15, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/16/19905/

3Ls and LLMs are invited to get a jump on studying for the bar with these skills based sessions. Learn how to effectively write bar exam essay answers. TX bar questions will be used as examples. Sessions take place on Tuesdays at noon in TNH 2.124 and repeat Thursday at noon in TNH 2.124. This is a four week series, which builds on the exercise from the previous week.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/16/20252/

Join ACS for a panel discussion about local efforts to reform the criminal justice system in Austin through legislation and activism, the impact these efforts have on minority communities, and how law students and lawyers can participate.

THURSDAY, 12:00-1:00 pm, Fleming Room

Lunch will be served.

Panelists: --Elizabeth Henneke, Policy Attorney, Texas Criminal Justice Coalition --Antonio Buehler, Founder, Peaceful Streets Project --Nelson Linder, President, NAACP Austin

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/16/20401/

Spring 2015 Distinguished Lecture Series Sponsored by the Energy Center Speaker: Professor Owen Anderson. Professor Owen Anderson teaches on topics of Oil, Gas, and Natural Resources at the University of Oklahoma College of Law and a visiting professor at the University of Texas School of Law. Professor Anderson's presentation is entitled "Shifting Political Dynamics: Emerging Energy Issues in the Developing World."

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/16/20140/

All Texas Law international and domestic LL.M. students and international exchange students are invited to meet and network with Texas Law LL.M. alumni and friends to learn about their student experience and career path after graduation. Hosted by the Texas Law Career Services Office and Office of Graduate and International Programs, this mixer is a great way to expand your network and meet local LL.M. alumni, so don't miss out!

The Texas Law LL.M. Alumni-Student Mixer will be held Thursday, April 16, 2015 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Scholz Garten, 1607 San Jacinto Blvd. in Austin (map). Scholz Garten is one mile from the Law School, which is about a 15-20 minute walk (see map above).

Dress is business casual. Please RSVP by Thursday, April 9, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/16/20367/

On April 15-17, 2015, the Center for Women in Law will convene leaders in law in Austin, Texas for the 2015 Women’s Power Summit on Law and Leadership. The Women's Power Summit, held every two years, is one of the most significant gatherings of women attorneys in the country. Law school deans, general counsel, federal and state judges, members of law firm management, government officials, state bar presidents, and other prominent women lawyers will attend the 2015 Women’s Power Summit, marking the fourth time leaders will gather in Austin to address issues of vital importance to women lawyers.

Invitation-only event | Invitations are non-transferable

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/17/19032/

This year’s Reunion is April 17–18, 2015 and honors classes whose years end in “0” and “5” from 1965–2010. All Texas Law alumni are encouraged to attend the festivities. Registration is open!

Please visit http://www.utexas.edu/law/alumni/reunion/index.php for the agenda and to register. For questions, please contact reunion@law.utexas.edu

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/17/20232/

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

The Review of Litigation presents a panel series on E-discovery: Evidence, Ethics, and Enigmas

9:00am – 10:00am - Chances and Challenges: The Promise and Peril of Mobile Evidence, the Cloud and the Internet of Things

10:00am – 11:00am - Panel Discussion, Policing in Private Practice: The Future Attorney- Client Relationships and E-discovery Obligations

11:00am – 12:00pm - Panel Discussion, Judicial Perspectives on E-discovery Case Management: How much is too much?

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/17/20365/

Please join the Center for Women in Law and Cokie Roberts for an examination of women in positions of leadership and influence.

As a pioneering journalist and political commentator for ABC News and NPR, Cokie Roberts is all too familiar with the challenges leaders face when entrusted with executing substantial agendas. In this keynote presentation, Ms. Roberts will draw from her own experience and her historical research on American women for her new book, Capital Dames, to provide an uplifting look at the power of women to lead change.

General admission is $60 (includes book). There is no charge for Texas Law students, faculty, and staff. For an additional fee, attendees can enjoy a buffet lunch on the lawn of the Four Seasons. Please go to www.centerforwomeninlaw.org to register.

For more information, contact Courtney Chavez at cchavez@law.utexas.edu or call 512-232-1911.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/17/20321/

The Thad T. Hutcheson First-Year Moot Court competition is a 64-person, single-elimination tournament for first-year law students at the University of Texas School of Law.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/17/19665/

This year’s Reunion is April 17–18, 2015 and honors classes whose years end in “0” and “5” from 1965–2010. All Texas Law alumni are encouraged to attend the festivities. Registration is open!

Please visit http://www.utexas.edu/law/alumni/reunion/index.php for the agenda and to register. For questions, please contact reunion@law.utexas.edu

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2015/04/18/20233/