Events Calendar

The Texas Law Alumni Association's Townes Hall Morning Coffee will kick off on the first day of class Wednesday, August 28th, and continue on Mondays through the fall semester. Open to all students every Monday morning! Please bring your favorite travel mug (we are going green, so no paper products will be provided) and enjoy FREE coffee every Monday morning to start your week off right on behalf of the Alumni Association. Coffee will be located at one, large stations located near the 1L Classrooms (by TNH 2.140, TNH 2.319) beginning at 8:45am until it's gone, so get there early!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/09/30/48385/

Drawing Board Luncheon - Tom McGarity, The Demolition Agenda: Trumpian Populism, Free Market Fundamentalism, and the Deconstruction of the Administrative State

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/09/30/48426/

Learn about the innovative progressive prosecution policies being practiced by the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office from D.A. Larry Krasner, as well as internship and employment opportunities with the office. Lunch will be served. RSVP by Friday, September 27, on Symplicity by clicking on the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/09/30/47625/

The JBTVL Practicum Class is a cross-campus elective course that teaches graduate students how to work with/consult with startups. Come to our info session to learn how participating in this elective can help you become a future leader in your legal career.

Here is the link for event registration: https://events.attend.com/f/1383790335

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/09/30/50107/

Dean Farnsworth invites Section 4.1 to join him for ice cream and conversation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/09/30/50005/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/09/30/47865/

Weekly CLS Bible Study

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/09/30/49207/

Morning women's Bible study at the law school. This semester we will be studying the "Armor of God." This event occurs every other Tuesday from 8:00 am to 9:00 am. Coffee and breakfast will be provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/01/49218/

This is a mandatory workshop for 1Ls. If you are unable to attend the workshop scheduled for your section, you may attend another session if space is available. Please note that first-year students may receive one-on-one career counseling beginning October 7.

Lunch will be served. RSVP by Thursday, September 26, on Symplicity by clicking on the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/01/47005/

Join the Texas Federalist Society for a debate and discussion of originalism. Professor Lee Strang of the University of Toledo will debate Professor Stephen Vladeck of Texas Law. This event constitutes a perfect primer for 1Ls who want and need a well-rounded understanding in the modes of constitutional interpretation. Chick-fil-A will be served!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/01/49586/

Now that you’ve settled into more of a routine, the questions you have will have changed. You know how to brief a case and cold calls are no longer just a scary tale 2Ls tell to psych you out. But now that you know the basics, you’re probably asking yourself, what’s next? How do I know if I’m doing well? Should I join a study group? How bad is this memo thing, really? How do I start networking? Come join a panel of first-generation students explore these questions and more. All students are welcome.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/01/49025/

Dean Farnsworth invites Section 3.1 to join him for ice cream and conversation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/01/50025/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/01/47508/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/02/48807/

Green Society is invited to spend lunch with Community Fellow and distinguished alum, Arleas Kea ('79, '82).

Join us in TNH 2.140 for lunch and conversation!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/02/49865/

The JBTVL Practicum Class is a cross-campus elective course that teaches graduate students how to work with/consult with startups. Come to our info session to learn how participating in this elective can help you become a future leader in your legal career.

Here is the link for event registration: https://events.attend.com/f/1383790335

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/02/50108/

Insider's guide to applying to law school. Texas Law Admissions with NYU, USC and UC Irvine law schools.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/02/47665/

Pro bono workshop for registered volunteers (2 nights)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/02/48505/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/03/46525/

This is a mandatory workshop for 1Ls. If you are unable to attend the workshop scheduled for your section, you may attend another session if space is available. Please note that first-year students may receive one-on-one career counseling beginning October 7.

Lunch will be served. RSVP by Tuesday, October 1, on Symplicity by clicking on the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/03/47065/

All 2Ls are invited to review course requirements and opportunities for the remainder of law school. We will also review bar exam requirements and the subjects covered on the Uniform Bar Exam.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/03/50165/

Dean Farnsworth invites Section 3.2 to join him for ice cream and conversation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/03/50045/

Dean Farnsworth invites Section 3.2 to join him for ice cream and conversation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/03/50186/

Pro bono workshop for registered volunteers (2 nights)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/03/48506/

Texas Law Fellowships will be hosting its annual Fall Auction, complete with both a silent auction and live auction featuring a broad array of opportunities to engage with the Texas Law faculty and community! The event will be hosted at Hotel Vegas, and as always--all proceeds will go directly to fund Texas Law students doing unfunded public interest work.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/03/47245/

The JBTVL Practicum Class is a cross-campus elective course that teaches graduate students how to work with/consult with startups. Come to our info session to learn how participating in this elective can help you become a future leader in your legal career.

Here is the link for event registration: https://events.attend.com/f/1383790335

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/04/50106/

AAEC Meeting Fall 2019

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/04/43906/

AAEC Meeting Fall 2019

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/04/48025/

The Texas Law Aggie Society, a student organization for students who attended Texas A&M University for their undergraduate education, will be hosting a luncheon for its Board of Advisors. The Board consists of Texas Law Alumni who also have a degree from Texas A&M. The board members support the organization with financial and non-financial resources. The luncheon gives us an opportunity to (1) thank them, and (2) inform them on the upcoming year's plans.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/04/50515/

Final round of the Fall 2019 Locke Lord Intermediate Mock Trial Competition.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/04/50365/

During the Fall, the Texas Business Law Society (TBLS) hosts the Texas Transactional Skills Competition, where 1Ls and 2Ls gain valuable experience cultivating their drafting and negotiating skills, testing those skills against fellow law students in competition rounds. This year, the competition will be hosted on October 5th at the University of Texas School of Law.

Firms that participated in the Texas Transactional Skills Competition last year include: Akin Gump; Baker Botts; DLA Piper; Foley Gardere; Gibson Dunn; Greenberg Traurig; Haynes & Boone; Kirkland & Ellis; King & Spalding; Latham & Watkins; McDermott Will & Emery; Morgan Lewis; Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee; Porter Hedges; Shearman & Sterling; Sidley Austin; Vinson & Elkins; Winstead; and Winston & Strawn.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/05/47425/

During October On-Campus Interviews, employers may recruit rising 2Ls, 3Ls, domestic and foreign-trained LL.M.s, and recent graduates (up to one year after graduation) for summer clerkships or postgraduate positions. Students may apply at any time during the bidding period.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/07/46545/

The Texas Law Alumni Association's Townes Hall Morning Coffee will kick off on the first day of class Wednesday, August 28th, and continue on Mondays through the fall semester. Open to all students every Monday morning! Please bring your favorite travel mug (we are going green, so no paper products will be provided) and enjoy FREE coffee every Monday morning to start your week off right on behalf of the Alumni Association. Coffee will be located at one, large stations located near the 1L Classrooms (by TNH 2.140, TNH 2.319) beginning at 8:45am until it's gone, so get there early!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/07/48369/

The Student Bar Association is excited to announce Mindfulness Monday, brought to you by Akin Gump. Join us in the atrium on Monday, October 7th from 11 to 2pm. We'll have a sugar-scrub-making station, coloring pages to color, journals with mindfulness prompts, Tiff's Treats, therapy dogs, and a special visit from Maria Timm (PhD), Texas Law's CARE Counselor (she'll be in the atrium from 12-12:50). Can't wait to see you there!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/07/50809/

Join Texas Law for the First Monday in October as the Supreme Court starts their new term. Just as they have since 1917, the nine Supreme Court Justices will hold their first oral arguments.

Enjoy lunch with the University of Texas School of Law Professor Steve Vladeck as he discusses “First Thoughts on First Monday: A Look Ahead to the Supreme Court’s October 2019 Term”.

Registration is required**

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/07/49725/

Dean Bangs, Brandi Welch and Rick Garza will be available to answer questions about Early Registration requests. Want to make an appointment? Go to https://calendly.com/texas-law-sao/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/07/50705/

Dean Farnsworth invites Section 2.2 to join him for ice cream and conversation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/07/50205/

The Student Affairs Team will be in the Atrium to answer questions about Early Registration requests.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/07/50765/

The Capital Punishment Center will be reviewing and previewing Supreme Court cases from 2018 and 2019 that touch on capital punishment

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/07/48065/

Weekly CLS Bible Study

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/07/49208/

During October On-Campus Interviews, employers may recruit rising 2Ls, 3Ls, domestic and foreign-trained LL.M.s, and recent graduates (up to one year after graduation) for summer clerkships or postgraduate positions. Students may apply at any time during the bidding period.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/08/46546/

KBH Center Distinguished Lecture Series with David Falck, Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Pinnacle West Capital Corporation

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/08/45845/

Clinical faculty and staff will be on hand to discuss Texas Law's clinical program. Lunch provided!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/08/47870/

Baker & McKenzie will come to give a presentation about IP law and the firm to IPLS students.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/08/49885/

Join the Federalist Society at Texas Law for a debate on the SCOTUS case Robertson v. US, as we are joined by Mark Miller of the Pacific Legal Foundation and Texas Law's own David Adelman. Chic-fil-A will be served!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/08/50065/

Texas will accept UBE scores from other states for July 2020 - will this affect your decision where to take the bar? The UBE is shorter than the Texas bar (2 days instead of 2.5) and taking it could result in you being barred in two states. Come hear about the issues you should consider when deciding where to take the bar exam.

We'll also review your graduation requirements -- make sure that you have fulfilled everything!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/08/50167/

Dean Bangs, Brandi Welch and Rick Garza will be available to answer questions about Early Registration requests. Want to make an appointment? Go to https://calendly.com/texas-law-sao/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/08/50725/

"Politics, Identity, and Class Certification on the U.S. Courts of Appeals" (with Stephen B. Burbank)

ABSTRACT

This article draws on novel data and presents the results of the first empirical analysis of how potentially salient characteristics of Court of Appeals judges influence precedential lawmaking on class certification under Rule 23. We find that the partisan composition of the panel (measured by the party of the appointing president) has a very strong association with certification outcomes, with all-Democratic panels having more than double the certification rate of all-Republican panels in precedential cases. We also find that the presence of one African American on a panel, and the presence of two females (but not one), is associated with pro-certification outcomes. Contrary to conventional wisdom in the scholarship on diversity on the bench, such diversity may be consequential to lawmaking beyond policy areas conventionally thought to be of particular concern to women and racial minorities.

Class action doctrine is a form of trans-substantive procedural law that traverses many policy areas. The effects of gender and racial diversity on the bench, through making more procertification law, radiate widely across the legal landscape, influencing implementation of consumer, securities, labor and employment, antitrust, prisoner’s rights, public benefits, and many other areas of law. The results highlight how the consequences of diversity extend beyond conceptions of “women’s issues” or “minority issues.” The results also suggest the importance of exploring the effects of diversity on trans-substantive procedural law more generally.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/08/48185/

Baker Botts will come to meet with IPLS students. There will be a short presentation and a happy hour to follow.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/08/49845/

During October On-Campus Interviews, employers may recruit rising 2Ls, 3Ls, domestic and foreign-trained LL.M.s, and recent graduates (up to one year after graduation) for summer clerkships or postgraduate positions. Students may apply at any time during the bidding period.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/09/46547/

Representatives from dozens of public interest organizations and government agencies will be on hand to answer questions about what they do. Find out about volunteer opportunities, summer internships, and paid positions with a variety of nonprofits, legal services providers, and government agencies. All Texas Law students are encouraged to attend. 2Ls and 3Ls may bring a copy of their resume.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/09/48965/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/09/48808/

Dean Bangs and Rick Garza will be in the Atrium to answer Early Registration questions.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/09/50745/

Dean Farnsworth invites Section 3.4 to join him for ice cream and conversation.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/09/50505/

Dean Bangs, Brandi Welch and Rick Garza will be available to answer questions about Early Registration requests. Want to make an appointment? Go to https://calendly.com/texas-law-sao/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/09/50726/

During October On-Campus Interviews, employers may recruit rising 2Ls, 3Ls, domestic and foreign-trained LL.M.s, and recent graduates (up to one year after graduation) for summer clerkships or postgraduate positions. Students may apply at any time during the bidding period.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/10/46548/

Take a break in honor of National Mental Health Day and enjoy a free chair massage!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/10/49223/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/10/46526/

Outlining consists of many different strategies for each law student. Come hear about how you should think about outlining and potential methods to use to attack your courses.

Lunch will be served. Thanks to our sponsors, Locke Lord LLP!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/10/47405/

Dean Bangs, Brandi Welch and Rick Garza will be available to answer questions about Early Registration requests. We'll be outside the big classrooms under the screens by the door to the Breezeway. Can't be in the Atrium because UHS will be offering flu shots. Go get your flu shot!

Want to make an appointment? Go to https://calendly.com/texas-law-sao/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/10/50727/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/10/47887/

During October On-Campus Interviews, employers may recruit rising 2Ls, 3Ls, domestic and foreign-trained LL.M.s, and recent graduates (up to one year after graduation) for summer clerkships or postgraduate positions. Students may apply at any time during the bidding period.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/11/46549/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/11/49385/

Dean Bangs, Brandi Welch and Rick Garza will be available to answer questions about Early Registration requests. Want to make an appointment? Go to https://calendly.com/texas-law-sao/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2019/10/11/50728/