Events Calendar

On Monday, September 12, the Texas Law Alumni Association is pleased to announce that it will kick off its Fall 2016 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 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. until it's gone, so get there early!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/07/24809/

Third and final session of the CSO Career Success Series for 1Ls this fall. In this session, learn about professionalism during your job search, how to network over the Winter Break, interview preparation tips, application deadlines for Public Service Career Fair, the December 1 Rule, and more. This event is for Bradford/Hargrave Socieites. Lunch will be served.

RSVP by Friday, November 4, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/07/23764/

Third and final session of the CSO Career Success Series for 1Ls this fall. In this session, learn about professionalism during your job search, how to network over the Winter Break, interview preparation tips, application deadlines for Public Service Career Fair, the December 1 Rule, and more. This event is for Sheffield/Hodges/Green/Cadena Societies. Lunch will be served.

RSVP by Friday, November 4, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/07/24464/

The Colloquium on Natural Resource Governance, Inequality & Human Rights will address the human rights issues that arise in the context of natural resource extraction and governance, especially in relation to resources such as fossil fuels, minerals and timbers. Natural resource governance is fundamentally about who can decide which resources can be used by whom and about how decision-making around these questions should be undertaken. The outcomes of such decision-making have profound consequences for the distribution of wealth, power, authority and risk exposure at the local, national and international levels. Lectures will examine how persistent inequalities between and within countries pose additional challenges for the realization of human rights in relation to natural resource extraction.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/07/23744/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/07/23067/

2017 UT Law CLE Criminal Appeals Planning Committee Meeting. Group of about 10-15 attendees, by invitation only. Group will meet from around 10am - 2pm to discuss plans for the 2017 Criminal Appeals program.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/08/25688/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/08/24546/

Law school exams are a new form of assessement for most first year students. The session will explore how to approach exam questions and strategies for preparation.

Lunch will be served! Thanks to Haynes and Boone for sponsoring the Freshlaw Skills Sessions!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/08/22767/

Join the KBH Energy Center for a distinguished lecture by Buddy Clarke, a Partner in the Houston office of the law firm Haynes and Boone and the author of Oil Capital: The History of American Oil, Wilcatters, Independents and Their Bankers (2016). Buddy chairs the firm’s Energy Practice Group representing clients in the oil and gas industry, including banks, private capital providers and producers in secured and unsecured credit transactions and equity investments; producers, joint venturers and midstream companies in oil and gas exploration, production and development agreements, and producing property and midstream acquisitions, joint developments and partnerships; and energy related litigation and bankruptcies. In June 2016, Buddy published “Oil Capital: The History of American Oil, Wildcatters, Independents and Their Bankers,” which traces the relationship between independent producers and their capital providers in America’s oil and gas industry.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/08/26064/

Weekly luncheon for Texas Law faculty members

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/09/22453/

Third and final session of the CSO Career Success Series for 1Ls this fall. In this session, learn about professionalism during your job search, how to network over the Winter Break, interview preparation tips, application deadlines for Public Service Career Fair, the December 1 Rule, and more. Lunch will be served.

RSVP by TUESDAY, November 8, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/09/23785/

Learn about careers in intellectual property law and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office – who they are, what they offer, their role of patent protection in the U.S. – and various career paths focused on Intellectual Property from Hope Shimabuku, Director of the Texas Regional United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Ms. Shimabuku carries out the strategic direction of the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the USPTO, and is responsible for leading the Texas regional office. Focusing on the region and actively engaging with the community, Ms. Shimabuku ensures the USPTO’s initiatives and programs are tailored to the region’s unique ecosystem of industries and stakeholders.

RSVP by Tuesday, November 8, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/09/26544/

We are studying the book of Ephesians this semester; each week, we will be discussing a new chapter and this week, we are studying chapter four. Breakfast and coffee will be provided!

Our goal is to create a space for women interested in learning more about Christ through studying and applying God's Word in law school and beyond. Our Bible study is a place for Christian fellowship and encouragement, and women from all Christian faith traditions and denominations are welcome!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/10/25466/

Faculty & Staff Breakfast to honor Law Community Veterans hosted by Dean Farnsworth

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/10/23888/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/10/23089/

Citizens Alliance for Fairness and Progress - presentation on environmental justice and civil rights

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/10/26624/

Join the Texas Environmental Law Society and the Kay Bailey Hutchison Center for Energy, Law, and Business for a panel titled “The Future of Texas Water and Energy: A Panel on Our State’s Water-Energy Nexus.” The panel will focus on water-energy nexus challenges and opportunities for Texas and water-energy issues that are likely to arise during the upcoming Texas Legislative Session. Confirmed speakers include a water rights lawyer, an authority on water-energy issues and water policy in Texas, and an expert on Texas and national energy-water nexus efforts.

Lunch will be served.

REGISTRATION Please e-mail your RSVP to els.texas.law@gmail.com.

This event is free and open to the public.

SPEAKERS Douglas G. Caroom, Attorney, Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP Amy Hardberger, Associate Dean for the School of Law and Professor of Law, St. Mary’s University School of Law Kate Zerrener, Manager, Energy-Water Initiatives, Environmental Defense Fund

DIRECTIONS & PARKING Visit the law school’s website for driving directions and parking instructions.*

You may park in the San Jacinto Garage (SJG). You must exit the garage via the third floor to get out onto Trinity St. Enter the law school via Jones Hall (JON). Once you’re in the Susman Godfrey Atrium/Level Two, take one of the elevators next to the law library to Level Three. Once you’re on Level Three, the lecture room is in Townes Hall (TNH), Room 3.127. Visit the law school’s website for a map of the Levels Two and Three.

*We are not able to validate parking.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/10/26664/

The ABA Section of Antitrust Law Consumer Protection Committee and Membership Committee will discuss careers in antitrust and consumer protection.

It is open to all law students who would like to hear from seasoned Texas practitioners about careers in Consumer Protection and Antitrust. This is a great opportunity to meet and learn from lawyers with government enforcement, private plaintiff, and defense perspectives about what it’s like to practice in these areas.

Panelists include Eric Lipman, Texas Attorney General’s Office; Lauren C. Ravkind, Lauren C. Ravkind, Kenny Nachwalter P.A.; Brad Schuelke, Texas Attorney General’s Office; and Allan Van Fleet, McDermott Will & Emery. Moderated by Kim Van Winkle, Texas Attorney General’s Office.

Lunch will be provided by the American Bar Association Antitrust Section. To attend, please register online. Once you have registered, you will be able to select “Student – Free”.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/10/24864/

The Muslim Legal Society (MLS) will be hosting a short event to introduce our society and enjoy tacos! The organization hopes to promote the voices of Muslims in the legal profession and to create a forum for campus-wide discussion of topics related to the local, national, and international Muslim community. The society also seeks to bring together students of diverse sects, backgrounds, and cultures under a unified community at the law school.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/10/26644/

The Texas Law Alumni Association and Student Affairs Office are excited to announce the return of Popcorn Break in Fall 2016! Starting September 8, 2016, Popcorn Break will be every Thursday afternoon from 1:30 – 2:30 pm. The popcorn will be located in the Tom Clark Lounge. We look forward to seeing you there!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/10/22833/

In-House Coaching Group

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/11/22493/

1Ls have the opportunity to take a practice exam under exam conditions using the exam software. Everyone must download Extegrity's Exam4 and retrieve their exam number from https://law.utexas.edu/student-affairs/academic-services/final-exams// in order to take the practice exam.

A Criminal Law question submitted by Professor Strong will be administered.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/11/26444/

1Ls have the opportunity to take a practice exam under exam conditions using the exam software. Everyone must download Extegrity's Exam4 and retrieve their exam number from https://law.utexas.edu/student-affairs/academic-services/final-exams// in order to take the practice exam.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/11/26446/

1Ls have the opportunity to take a practice exam under exam conditions using the exam software. Everyone must download Extegrity's Exam4 and retrieve their exam number from https://law.utexas.edu/student-affairs/academic-services/final-exams// in order to take the practice exam.

A Torts question written by Professor McGarity will be administered.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/11/26445/

1Ls have the opportunity to take a practice exam under exam conditions using the exam software. Everyone must download Extegrity's Exam4 and retrieve their exam number from https://law.utexas.edu/student-affairs/academic-services/final-exams// in order to take the practice exam.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/11/26464/

The Judicial Clerkship Program will hold a workshop each Friday afternoon from October 21-November 11. The workshops are for students to come and receive instruction and personalized feedback on how to craft the most effective resume and cover letters for their judicial clerkship applications. The October 21 and November 4 dates will focus on resumes. The October 28 and November 11 dates will focus on cover letters. The workshops are open to all 2Ls and 3Ls. Students should bring their laptops.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/11/22173/

On Monday, September 12, the Texas Law Alumni Association is pleased to announce that it will kick off its Fall 2016 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 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. until it's gone, so get there early!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/14/24810/

Lunch meeting for the clinical faculty.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/15/23485/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/15/24547/

Attorneys from Gardere will present on the above referenced topic. Lunch will be provided

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/15/26266/

Orientation and logistics meeting for trip attendees and students on the wait-list.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/15/26725/

We will be hosting CHLSA's annual Thanksgiving dinner for members to share food and thanks.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/15/26704/

Weekly luncheon for Texas Law faculty members

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/16/22454/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/16/23887/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/17/23092/

Skadden embraces the idea that inclusion and a wide spectrum of diversity only makes the firm better. Through their Skadden 1L Scholars Program, the firm is seeking to attract the best and the brightest legal talent, including candidates whose life experiences, demonstrated interests and achievements can contribute to the firm’s commitment to diversity, inclusion and excellence.

The Skadden 1L Scholars Program provides an 11-week ultimate summer experience comprised of both law firm and corporate in-house exposure for students with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion. The paid internship consists of seven weeks at Skadden, working on both client and pro bono related matters, followed by four weeks at a firm client.

RSVP by Wednesday, November 16, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/17/26564/

The Public Interest Law Association and the Career Services Office invite you to a lunch panel about summer opportunities in public interest work. The panel will feature attorneys from Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid, the Texas Civil Rights Project, RAICES, and Texas Appleseed. Attorneys will discuss the details of their summer internship programs and what they look for in summer applicants. Lunch will be provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/17/26884/

Join Texas Law ACS, OUTLaw in Austin, TX, and If/When/How Texas Law for a group discussion of the presidential election and the legal fights to come over the next four years.

Professors Ranjana Natarajan (Civil Rights Clinic), Elissa Steglich (Immigration Clinic), Kelly Haragan (Environmental Clinic) and others will take part in a student-faculty forum about our reactions, expectations, fears, and plans for the upcoming presidential administration.

Lunch provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/17/27006/

U.S. District Judge Robert Pitman of the Western District of Texas will be conducting a summary judgment hearing.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/17/26184/

The Texas Law Alumni Association and Student Affairs Office are excited to announce the return of Popcorn Break in Fall 2016! Starting September 8, 2016, Popcorn Break will be every Thursday afternoon from 1:30 – 2:30 pm. The popcorn will be located in the Tom Clark Lounge. We look forward to seeing you there!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/17/22834/

In this brief 30 minute session, Department of Justice will discuss their Volunteer Legal Internship Program, application process, and answer your questions about opportunities.

RSVP by Wednesday, November 16, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/17/26746/

Join representatives from UT’s Division of Diversity and Community Engagement for a discussion on the election and its implications. Dinner will be served. Our guests will be:

-- Dr. Greg Vincent, a member of our Law School faculty and Vice President for Diversity and Community Engagement;

-- Dr. Leonard Moore, Senior Associate VP and an award winning Professor of Modern African American History;

-- Erica Saenz, Associate Vice President for Community and External Relations;

-- Dr. Aileen Bumphus, Associate Vice President for the Longhorn Center for Academic Excellence; and

-- Tamaria Perry, Esq., Assistant Vice President for Development, former Secretary of the College at Spelman, and a Georgetown Law graduate.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/17/26987/

In this segment, our speakers explore the area of trust and estate planning. They’ll provide invaluable insight into what skills you’ll need to break into this area, what drew them to this practice area, the pros and cons, and what a typical day in their practice entails.

Speakers: Jonathan P. (JP) Lee, Shareholder, Sojourner, Caughman & Thomas, Columbia, SC Chasity S. Grice, Peppel, Gomes & MacIntosh, P.C., Memphis, TN

Moderator: Liz Stone, Managing Director, The Dubin Group, San Francisco, CA

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/18/26986/