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/2017/04/10/28287/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/10/28105/

The Institute for Transnational Law and KBH Center for Energy, Law & Business welcomes the M.D. Anderson Foundation guest scholar Prof. Dr. Daniel Girsberger from the University of Lucerne, Switzerland in presenting a lecture on international arbitration with a special focus on European institutions.

Please contact Carly Toepke, ctoepke@law.utexas.edu for more details and to RSVP.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/10/30267/

"Private Prisons Are Unconstitutional"

Please join the UT Law student chapter of the American Constitution Society as we host John Dacey, Arizona attorney and founder of Abolish Private Prisons, in conversation around his work abolishing private for-profit prisons.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/10/29328/

Expert Witness Continuing Legal Education Class (by IDVSA-Institute on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault) sponsored by UT Law Domestic Violence Clinic

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/10/30264/

Khushi Kabir, a Rapoport Center Visiting Practitioner, will present a luncheon lecture entitled, "Where are we heading? The State of Democracy and Rights in Bangladesh." Khushi Kabir is a human rights activist based in Bangladesh. She has a long and storied career in advocating for landless, indigenous, and women’s rights throughout the country and is a voice for progressive politics in Bangladesh and South Asia more broadly. The core of her work has been the organization Nijera Kori (NK), a nonhierarchical, non-service providing civil society organization in Bangladesh which supports landless peasants in organizing for change. Nijera Kori, which translates from Bengali as “we do it ourselves,” empowers local groups of landless peasants to advocate for their own rights—to state institutions, to local governmental organizations, and to NGOs mounting development projects in their communities. Founded in the 1980s out of a frustration with the systematic neglect of landless-issues, NK has grown into a broad network throughout the country that extends to over 1100 villages and over 200,000 members. Ms. Kabir has been a vocal public advocate for a range of issues in Bangladesh including women’s rights, indigenous rights, conflict resolution in the Chittagong Hill Tracts, secularism and intellectual freedom, and more.She is an outspoken voice against the rise of militant Islam in Bangladesh and has been an active participant in Bangladesh’s pro-democracy movement. She is the coordinator in Bangladesh for 1 Billion Rising, a transnational solidarity movement working against the exploitation of women. Her work has gained her significant notoriety both in and beyond Bangladesh. Ms. Kabir was one of the 1000 women collectively nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2005.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/10/30204/

Breakout Session for Expert Witness Continuing Legal Education Class (by IDVSA-Institute on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault) sponsored by UT Law Domestic Violence Clinic

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/10/30265/

To commemorate the fourth anniversary of the collapse of the Rana Plaza building in Bangladesh, join Counter Balance: ATX, National Lawyers Guild - Texas Chapter, the Human Rights Law Society, and Law@theMargins. We stand in solidarity with women of color both in our own country and overseas.

With over 1,100 casualties, the easily preventable disaster was the worst single incident in terms of death toll in the history of the garment industry. However, it is far from the only such instances in the global apparel industry, in which multinational manufacturers and retailers "race to the bottom", seeking contractors with the lowest costs and quickest turnaround, lading to the lowest wages, worst access to worker rights, and most dangerous factory conditions.

Crowdfunded and subtitled in English, Sramik Awaaz: Worker Voices is the first film to fully explore the lives, work, and organizing efforts of Bangladesh's garment workers.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/10/30284/

Expert Witness Continuing Legal Education Class (by IDVSA-Institute on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault) sponsored by UT Law Domestic Violence Clinic

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/11/30246/

Pizza and drinks will be available to students who log their pro bono hours at the table, or who have already logged their hours. Plus, current pro bono scholars will be available to answer questions about the pro bono scholarship program.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/11/30124/

Monthly meeting of the clinical faculty.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/11/27844/

Drawing Board Lunch: Oren Bracha and John Golden will present a project entitled “Redundancy Concerns in Copyright Law” (pending title)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/11/28604/

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 Anya Morgan, 3L and 2017 Julius Glickman Fellow in Public Interest Law with the Northwest Justice Project; Briana Perez, 3L and 2017 Rollie White Trust Fellow in Public Interest Law with the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF); Cristian Sanchez, 3L and 2017 Equal Justice Works Fellow with RAICES; and Meredith Parekh ’11, Staff Attorney with Disability Rights Texas and former Skadden Foundation Fellow. Moderated by Nicole Simmons, Director of Public Service Programs, Career Services Office. The Soros Justice Fellowship will also be discussed.

Lunch will be served. RSVP by Monday, April 10, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/11/27004/

Learn how to succeed in on-campus interviews in the fall. We will discuss how to prepare effective application materials; how to sell yourself in a 20-minute interview; why networking is important and how to do it; professional etiquette tips for receptions, meals, and correspondence; and how to respond to offers. Panelists include Joey Alcorta, '00, Partner, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati (Austin, TX); Marlen Whitley, '01, Partner, Reed Smith (Austin, TX); Hayden Schottlaender, ’15, Associate, Perkins Coie LLP (Dallas, TX);' and Lauren York, ’15, Associate, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld (Dallas, TX).

Lunch served. RSVP by Monday, April 10, on Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/11/27924/

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/2017/04/11/28295/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/11/29725/

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/2017/04/11/27365/

Expert Witness Continuing Legal Education Class (by IDVSA-Institute on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault) sponsored by UT Law Domestic Violence Clinic

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/12/30266/

The National Association of Women Judges present the Color of Justice Program

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/12/30024/

3Ls: Come by the Atrium to vote in the Permanent Class President Election!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/12/30406/

Pizza and drinks will be available to students who log their pro bono hours at the table, or who have already logged their hours. Plus, current pro bono scholars will be available to answer questions about the pro bono scholarship program.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/12/30105/

Weekly luncheon for Texas Law faculty members

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/12/22488/

First generation students are invited to lunch and conversation with a panel of Texas Law Alumni First Generation Students. We will discuss what to expect in summer employment and address any questions 1st Gen Students bring.

Panelists will include alumni Jamil Bata, Jeff Pettit and Meaghan Nowell. Current 2Ls and 3Ls will also attend.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/12/29925/

Heman M. Sweatt applied for admission to The University of Texas Law School in 1946, but was denied admission on the basis of race. Mr. Sweatt, with the help and assistance of the NAACP, brought legal action against the university. In the landmark case, Sweatt v. Painter, The United States Supreme Court ruled that separate law school facilities could not provide a legal education equal to that available at The University of Texas Law School, one of the nation’s ranking law schools.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/12/29106/

You are invited to a free, classical music performance by law student musicians.

Free! Any optional donations will support the Texas Law Fellowships.

Cookies and brownies from Tiff's Treats will follow the performance.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/12/29425/

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 lunch 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/2017/04/13/27925/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/13/26345/

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

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.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/13/26990/

The Federalist Society will be hosting a talk entitled "Reflections on Nine Years in the Least Dangerous Branch" with Judge Jennifer Elrod of the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. Lunch will be served!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/13/29465/

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/2017/04/13/28296/

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/2017/04/13/28254/

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/2017/04/13/27366/

Broadly, the Symposium aims to educate lawyers and other law professionals about the value of, and best practices for, diversifying and improving access to opportunities in the legal profession for people of color and diverse backgrounds.

Therefore, the Symposium will improve its attendees’ understanding of such topics as: - the current state of diversity, and how to improve it, in professional legal practices; - implicit bias in hiring and firing decisions in the legal academy, and in public and private legal practice; - the current state of diversity, and how to improve it, in law schools; and - how to identify, understand, and combat micro- and macro-aggressions in legal academic and work environments.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/14/27564/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2017/04/14/30084/