Events Calendar

Starting on Monday, January 23rd, the Texas Law Alumni Association is pleased to announce that it will kick off its Spring 2017 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/2017/03/27/28267/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/27/28004/

Dean Bangs and Brandi Welch will be available in the Atrium at lunch to answer your questions about course selection, graduation requirements, and early registration. Stop by!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/27/29584/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/27/27665/

Sidley Austin LLP will be coming to present to the members of TBLS

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/28/29764/

Lawyers from the Austin Young Lawyers Association (AYLA) will share tips about how to make connections in the Austin legal community and find an internship or permanent job in Austin. Panelists include Katie Fillmore, Butler Snow LLP / AYLA President; Austin Kaplan, Kaplan Law Firm, PLLC / AYLA President-Elect; Drew Harris, Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Texas Attorney General / AYLA Secretary; Craig Moore, '04, Assistant District Attorney, Travis County District Attorney’s Office / AYLA Government Representative; Meagan Harding, ’12, Travis County District Attorney’s Office / Austin Black Lawyers Association Rep for AYLA; and Joey Leak, ’09, Joseph Leak Law Firm / AYLA Member. Moderated by Simone Leavenworth, Career Counselor in the CSO.

Co-sponsored by the Austin Young Lawyers Association, Austin Young Lawyers Association—Student Chapter, Thurgood Marshall Legal Society, and the Career Services Office.

Lunch served. RSVP by Monday, March 27, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/28/29327/

Clinical students will be on hand to informally discuss clinics. Come learn about life as a clinic student and enjoy a cupcake!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/28/29448/

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. Texas bar questions will be used as examples. Sessions take place on Tuesdays from noon-1pm in TNH 2.124 and repeat Thursday from 12-1 in TNH 2.124. This is a four week series beginning on March 21. Each session builds on the exercise from the previous week.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/28/28291/

KBH Center Panel on Fall 2017 Energy and Environmental Law Courses for TJOGEL and TELJ members.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/28/29484/

Dean Bangs and Brandi Welch will be available in the Atrium at lunch to answer your questions about course selection, graduation requirements, and early registration. Stop by!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/28/29585/

TMLS invites it's members for a community study session. Food will be provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/28/29724/

CHLSA, TMLS, and WLC invite their members and Texas Law Alumni Mentors to "What I Wish I Had Known in Law School," an informative and engaging discussion with female attorneys in Biglaw, government, and nonprofit about issues women face in the legal profession.

Wine and cheese will be served, and attire is business casual.

This event is sponsored by the Center for Women in Law, CHLSA: Chicano/Hispanic Law Students' Association, Thurgood Marshall Legal Society - Black Law Students Association, Texas Law Alumni Mentoring Program, and Texas Law Women's Law Caucus.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/28/29105/

Weekly luncheon for Texas Law faculty members

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/29/22486/

Michael Molina is the Vice Chancellor for Facilities Planning and Construction for the Texas Tech University System. John Huffaker is the Vice Chancellor and General Counsel for the Texas Tech University System. Mr. Molina and Mr. Huffaker will take us through the real estate development process, from understanding the players and acquiring the land to planning and the realities of code compliance and municipal relationships.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/29/29685/

Dean Bangs and Brandi Welch will be available in the Atrium at lunch to answer your questions about course selection, graduation requirements, and early registration. Stop by!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/29/29586/

Private Residence 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/29/27468/

TLF’s annual Pledge Drive - stop by the atrium table to make your donation and get a cookie! Support your friends and peers who have committed to spending their summer serving the public interest!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/30/30104/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/30/24105/

Come learn about opportunities to practice law in the Air Force JAG Corps program. Capt Dawkins will be available to answer questions about the Air Force JAG Corps program and will advise students on the application process.

Lunch will be served. RSVP by WEDNESDAY, March 29 on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/30/29664/

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. Texas bar questions will be used as examples. Sessions take place on Tuesdays from noon-1pm in TNH 2.124 and repeat Thursday from 12-1 in TNH 2.124. This is a four week series beginning on March 21. Each session builds on the exercise from the previous week.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/30/28292/

“Why Are Jury Trials Vanishing? Do we care? What can we do?” a lecture presented by Steve Susman ’65

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/30/28685/

The Texas Law Alumni Association is excited to announce the return of Popcorn Break in Spring 2017! Starting February 2, 2017, 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/2017/03/30/28252/

Dean Bangs and Brandi Welch will be in the Tom Clark Lounge during the popcorn break to answer your questions about course selection, early registration, and graduation requirements. Stop by!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/30/29604/

Described by one partner at a top law firm as “the most practical tool I’ve encountered in my 20 years of practicing,” the Women in Law Institute is an all-day, intensive workshop for law students, judicial clerks, and LL.M.’s. Participants can look forward to expert presentations on the essential skills for navigating a successful career in law: effective communication, self-promotion, and networking. Following each lecture, students work in small groups led by distinguished practitioners (3:1 ratio) to perfect these skills through practice and individualized critiques in a supportive environment.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/31/21989/

36th Annual Banquet for membership and alumni

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/31/28424/

2017 TLRA Banquet

Honoring the Editorial Board 1991–1992, Volume 70

Featuring a keynote address from Julian Castro, the 16th United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.

Where: Four Seasons Hotel Austin 98 San Jacinto Boulevard Austin, Texas 78701

Date: Friday, March 31, 2017

Time: Cocktail Hour, 6–7 PM, Dinner, 7–10 PM

Dress: Cocktail Attire

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/03/31/29450/

The annual board meeting of the Texas Law Review Association board of directors.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/01/29449/

TROL's annual Spring Banquet will be at The Austin Club, with a cocktail reception from 6:00-7:00 PM and dinner immediately following.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/01/29185/

Starting on Monday, January 23rd, the Texas Law Alumni Association is pleased to announce that it will kick off its Spring 2017 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/2017/04/03/28286/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/03/27666/

Building a professional brand is vital to a successful summer clerkship and legal career. We will explore the elements of a professional brand; the non-negotiable foundation of excellent work product; and common communication and social pitfalls to avoid this summer. Panelists include Niki Moore, CEO, PracticePro; Elizabeth Campbell, Partner and Chief Diversity Officer, Andrews Kurth (Houston); and Yasser Madriz, Partner, Haynes and Boone (Houston).

Lunch will be served. RSVP by MONDAY, April 3, on Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/04/29224/

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. Texas bar questions will be used as examples. Sessions take place on Tuesdays from noon-1pm in TNH 2.124 and repeat Thursday from 12-1 in TNH 2.124. This is a four week series beginning on March 21. Each session builds on the exercise from the previous week.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/04/28293/

TMLS will be hosting a study session for its members and friends. Food will be provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/04/29744/

The Board of Advocates presents it's second annual mock trial tournament, the Strasburger & Price Mock Trial Competition.

All 2Ls and 3Ls are invited to participate.

Schedule as follows:

Rounds on 4/4/17, 4/6/17, 4/11/17, 4/13/17, 4/18/17 with finals on 4/20/17

For more information:

texaslawboa.com

boa.utlaw@gmail.com

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/04/27306/

Please join us for breakfast, fellowship and studying God's Word! This semester, we will be reading through 1 John.

Our goal is to create a safe 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/2017/04/05/28328/

Please join us for CHLSA's semi-annual fundraiser! Fresh Fajitas made at the law school by CHLSA members will be served. Proceeds go towards funding scholarships and raising awareness for issues affecting the Latino/Hispanic community.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/05/30004/

Weekly luncheon for Texas Law faculty members

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/05/22487/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/05/27886/

Special seminar on "Patent Pools and Clearinghouses in the Life Sciences". Professor Geertrui van Overwalle of the University of Leuven in Belgium will present in a special seminar at Texas Law from 3:45 pm to 5 pm on Wednesday, April 5. Professor van Overwalle is one of Europe's leading researchers on gene patents (see https://www.law.kuleuven.be/citip/en/staff/00015469). A copy of her forthcoming paper on the seminar topic is attached.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/05/30164/

Messner Reeves

1430 Wynkoop Street, Suite 300

Denver, CO, 80202

5:30 - 7:00 p.m. MT

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/05/27448/

The outgoing and incoming e-boards of ACS will be meeting to discuss the transition process for the organization.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/05/30144/

The Review of Litigation is opening its doors to all 1Ls considering the Write-On. The Review is excited to share insights about the ins and outs of being on a journal. If you want to join an active journal, come take a tour of our office, get all of your questions asked, and enjoy a tasty taco from Taco Deli.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/06/30324/

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. Professor Scott McCown will present legal ethics basics and 2Ls and 3Ls familiar with nonprofit and government settings will discuss how to handle opportunities and challenges that come up in these unique work environments, including receiving great work and supervision, and steering clear of ethical pitfalls.

Part of the Texas Law Professional Development Institute: Prepared for Public Service Practice series. Sponsored by the Career Services Office, the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law, and the Rapoport Center for Human Rights and Justice.

Lunch served. You may RSVP solely for this event online.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/06/27026/

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. Texas bar questions will be used as examples. Sessions take place on Tuesdays from noon-1pm in TNH 2.124 and repeat Thursday from 12-1 in TNH 2.124. This is a four week series beginning on March 21. Each session builds on the exercise from the previous week.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/06/28294/

The Texas Law Alumni Association is excited to announce the return of Popcorn Break in Spring 2017! Starting February 2, 2017, 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/2017/04/06/28253/

Public forum on global supply chains and the possibilities and limitations of third‐party certification schemes for the realization and enforcement of human rights.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/06/27964/

The Board of Advocates presents it's second annual mock trial tournament, the Strasburger & Price Mock Trial Competition.

All 2Ls and 3Ls are invited to participate.

Schedule as follows:

Rounds on 4/4/17, 4/6/17, 4/11/17, 4/13/17, 4/18/17 with finals on 4/20/17

For more information:

texaslawboa.com

boa.utlaw@gmail.com

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/06/27364/

IMPORTANT: Sign up at 9 p.m. on TUESDAY, MARCH 21, via Eventbrite. Learn the finer points of business dining and protocol over a three-course seated dinner with wine presented by Mary Crane on Thursday, April 6, at the UT Club (2108 Robert Dedman Drive). The dinner is generously sponsored by Locke Lord LLP, who will be hosting a cocktail reception for registered attendees prior to dinner from 6:15-7:00 p.m. Dress is business casual.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/06/29627/

April 7-8, Capital Punishment Center Conference: "Comparative Capital Punishment."

This conference, “Comparative Capital Punishment” will address the many commonalities (and some significant differences) in the worldwide movement away from the death penalty that began in the late eighteenth century and that sharply accelerated in the last half of the twentieth century. At the present moment, the industrialized West is an almost completely abolitionist zone (with the notable exception of the United States), while the death penalty is seeing a resurgence in some parts of the Middle East and Africa. This conference will look broadly and deeply at the practice of capital punishment around the world. There are many common themes even in apparently disparate parts of the world, such as the kinds of restrictions and reforms that usually precede abolition, the moral, political, and legal strategies of reformers and abolitionists, the forces that promote retention, and the distinctive possibilities and pitfalls of various pathways to change (legislative action vs. judicial intervention vs. international or transnational institutions and influences). The conference brings together experts on different regions and issues to evaluate the past, present, and future of the practice of capital punishment.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/07/23124/

Two partners from Baker Botts will be presenting our fourth annual M&A school

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/07/29944/

Certifying Human Rights in Global Supply Chains: This workshop will explore global supply chains and the possibilities and limitations of third-party certification schemes for the realization and enforcement of human rights.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/07/29626/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/07/23525/

HRLS is hosting a film screening and discussion of ‘The Good Lie’ to coincide with Genocide Awareness Month in April. The Good Lie is the story of 20,000 children who traveled thousands of miles on foot during the Second Sudanese Civil War to reach refugee camps in Kenya. We will also have the opportunity to talk with a representative from the Enough Project which works to eliminate genocide and crimes against humanity.

For more information about the film: http://www.enoughproject.org/blogs/guest-review-good-lie-0

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/07/28224/

April 7 - 8, 2017 Capital Punishment Center Conference: "Comparative Capital Punishment."

This conference, “Comparative Capital Punishment” will address the many commonalities (and some significant differences) in the worldwide movement away from the death penalty that began in the late eighteenth century and that sharply accelerated in the last half of the twentieth century. At the present moment, the industrialized West is an almost completely abolitionist zone (with the notable exception of the United States), while the death penalty is seeing a resurgence in some parts of the Middle East and Africa. This conference will look broadly and deeply at the practice of capital punishment around the world. There are many common themes even in apparently disparate parts of the world, such as the kinds of restrictions and reforms that usually precede abolition, the moral, political, and legal strategies of reformers and abolitionists, the forces that promote retention, and the distinctive possibilities and pitfalls of various pathways to change (legislative action vs. judicial intervention vs. international or transnational institutions and influences). The conference brings together experts on different regions and issues to evaluate the past, present, and future of the practice of capital punishment.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/08/23144/