Events Calendar

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/03/53145/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/03/54170/

CSO career counselors will be available in the Atrium to answer general career-related questions. Stop by with your questions or just to say “hi”!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/03/54149/

Robert B. Thompson, Georgetown, will be the guest speaker at this week's workshop

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/03/53872/

Mentees and Mentors involved in the spring cohort of LSMU are invited to join us for a get-to-know-you mixer. We'll go over what to expect, some tips and lessons learned, and how to make the most of your mentorship experience.

Food and drinks will be served!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/03/53945/

Paul Hastings, LLP invites all 1L students to join them for lunch from Torchy's in the Law School Atrium. Houston Associates Phillip Chang and Brady Lambeth will be in attendance to answer questions about the firm. Be sure to stop by on your way to class!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/04/52385/

Meeting of the clinical faculty.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/04/52627/

Do we pay enough attention to state constitutional provisions that protect individual rights? State and federal courts often focus on the U.S. Constitution and ignore state constitutions. In a fascinating new book, 51 Imperfect Solutions, Judge Jeffrey Sutton of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit argues that state and federal courts should give far more attention to state constitutional provisions than they often do. Judge Sutton, Chief Judge Lee Rosenthal (S.D. Tex.) and Professor Sandy Levinson will discuss the book in a mini-symposium during the lunch hour on February 4th.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/04/53385/

This three-part series will feature Dean Ward Farnsworth, Professor Mechele Dickerson, and Professor Wayne Schiess. Consider this a fireside chat where these Texas Law superstars will impart lessons that they have learned from the school of life.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/04/51805/

Learn more about the work of the nonpartisan legislative agency, the Texas Legislative Council. Join Mark Kuster '92 to learn more about internship and employment opportunities with TLC. (3Ls may apply for permanent postgraduate positions with TLC via job posting #31279.)

Lunch will be served. RSVP by Monday, February 3, on Symplicity.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/04/54208/

All 1Ls are required to attend one of three Law School 101: Academic Advising sessions. The sessions occur on February 4, 5 and 6, at 3:30pm in TNH 2.138. We'll discuss graduation requirements, considerations in course selection, and the course selection process. After this session, all 1Ls are invited to schedule an appointment with their adviser (Dean Bangs, Brandi Welch or Rick Garza) to discuss specific course selection choices.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/04/53645/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/04/53705/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/05/49145/

CSO career counselors will be available in the Atrium to answer general career-related questions. Stop by with your questions or just to say “hi”!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/05/54171/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/05/53448/

All 1Ls are required to attend one of three Law School 101: Academic Advising sessions. The sessions occur on February 4, 5 and 6, at 3:30pm in TNH 2.138. We'll discuss graduation requirements, considerations in course selection, and the course selection process. After this session, all 1Ls are invited to schedule an appointment with their adviser (Dean Bangs, Brandi Welch or Rick Garza) to discuss specific course selection choices.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/05/53646/

Hosted annually by the Texas Law Career Services Office, Public Service Career Fair (PSCF) is the largest public service recruitment program for law students in Texas.

During both days of PSCF, which will be held Thursday, February 6-Friday, February 1, 2020, public interest and government employers will conduct on-campus interviews for paid and unpaid summer and permanent positions in the Career Services Interview Suite and around the rest of the law school.

On Thursday, February 6, certain employers will also host informational tables in the Law School's Susman Godfrey Atrium from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/06/52025/

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.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/06/52066/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/06/47946/

The Texas Law Professional Development Institute: Prepared For Practice is taught by industry experts and practicing attorneys, covering facets of new attorney professionalism most sought after by legal employers. Now in its ninth year, the five-week Institute is promoted widely to employers, many of whom contributed to its content. This must-attend program will help you prepare for your summer clerkship or postgraduate job. The program takes place on Thursdays (January 23-February 20, 2020) from 11:50 a.m.-12:50 p.m. Lunch will be served.

Online registration is open until noon on Wednesday, January 22, 2020.

Whether you're a 1L preparing for your first summer clerkship or the fall recruiting season, a 2L working to turn your summer clerkship or fellowship into an offer, or a graduating 3L getting a head start on your legal career, the Texas Law Professional Development Institute (PDI), which is presented each Spring, will help you be a more competitive candidate and a better lawyer.

Please note that 2Ls and 3Ls who attended last year may sign up for this year’s Institute.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/06/51647/

Learn more about internship and postgraduate opportunities with the U.S. Department of Justice from Deanna Willis, Assistant Director, Attorney Recruitment and Management at the DOJ. Snacks and refreshments will be served.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/06/53465/

All 1Ls are required to attend one of three Law School 101: Academic Advising sessions. The sessions occur on February 4, 5 and 6, at 3:30pm in TNH 2.138. We'll discuss graduation requirements, considerations in course selection, and the course selection process. After this session, all 1Ls are invited to schedule an appointment with their adviser (Dean Bangs, Brandi Welch or Rick Garza) to discuss specific course selection choices.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/06/53647/

Public service employers and public service students are invited to take part in a happy hour as part of this year's Public Service Career Fair which will provide an opportunity for employers and students to mingle in a casual setting.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/06/51945/

Hosted annually by the Texas Law Career Services Office, Public Service Career Fair (PSCF) is the largest public service recruitment program for law students in Texas.

During both days of PSCF, which will be held Thursday, February 6-Friday, February 1, 2020, public interest and government employers will conduct on-campus interviews for paid and unpaid summer and permanent positions in the Career Services Interview Suite and around the rest of the law school.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/07/52045/

Join us on Friday, February 7 for tacos and a talk with Alec Karakatsanis, founder and executive director of Civil Rights Corps, and author of Usual Cruelty: The Complicity of Lawyers in the Criminal Injustice System. (Alec’s bio is available here: https://thenewpress.com/authors/alec-karakatsanis) Alec will discuss his book, his work in litigation around the country to fight cash bail, inadequate indigent defense practices, and other facets of the criminalization of poverty.

RSVP by Monday, February 3: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/talk-and-tacos-with-alec-karakatsanis-founder-civil-rights-corps-tickets-91635427029

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/07/54266/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/07/52546/

Many government and nonprofit professionals stand to gain tens of thousands of dollars of student debt relief from the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program established by the College Cost Reduction and Access Act. But the program requirements can be confusing. Heather knows how to break it down step-by-step so it makes sense once and for all. A former capital defense attorney with law school debt, Heather Jarvis (askheatherjarvis.com) now dedicates her expertise to helping student loan borrowers make better decisions so that higher education can be a reality for all - not just those who can afford it. Specializing in training for high-debt borrowers and the people who love them, Heather has provided guidance and information to thousands of students and alumni.

Heather Jarvis will be the guest speaker as part of day two of the Public Service Career Fair held at The University of Texas School of Law. The presentation will take place in the Francis Auditorium (TNH 2.114).

Lunch will be served. RSVP online via Eventbrite by Thursday, Feb. 6.

Students from Texas Law schools as well as students, faculty, and staff from UT-Austin are invited to attend.

Sponsored by Career Services, William Wayne Justice Center, and Office of Financial Aid.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/07/51946/

In celebration of Black History Month the Thurgood Marshall Legal Society (TMLS) is hosting a Black History Trivia Night on Friday February 6th. All are welcome! Simply form a team of up to eight people and stop by for trivia, free food, and drinks!

Date: February 7, 2019 Time: 5pm to 7pm Location: Sheffield-Massey Room RSVP: https://forms.gle/hD6AoQE52GB8hAZz8

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/07/54405/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/10/54148/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/10/54466/

CSO career counselors will be available in the Atrium to answer general career-related questions. Stop by with your questions or just to say “hi”!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/10/54172/

Information session for Texas Venture Labs practicum

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/10/54305/

Constitutional Studies Luncheon with Professor Laurence Claus from the University of San Diego.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/11/53687/

Want to apply for clerkships and don't know how? Join the Judicial Clerkship Program as we tackle how to figure out who you want to work for and how to apply! This event is for 2Ls and 3Ls.

Lunch will be served. RSVP by Monday, September 17, on Symplicity

For more information, contact the Judicial Clerkship Program Coordinator at clerk-admin@law.utexas.edu.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/11/50625/

ABA Section of Antitrust Law will discuss careers in antitrust.

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

Panelists TBD.

Lunch will be served. RSVP by Monday, February 10, on Symplicity.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/11/51785/

This three-part series will feature Dean Ward Farnsworth, Professor Mechele Dickerson, and Professor Wayne Schiess. Consider this a fireside chat where these Texas Law superstars will impart lessons that they have learned from the school of life.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/11/51825/

Applying for a Rapoport Center summer human rights fellowship? Come talk to our team and former fellows about placements, application tips, and more!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/11/54505/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/11/53725/

Women's Bible study at the law school. This semester we will be studying "Living Free." This event occurs every other Wednesday from 8:00 am to 9:00 am in the jury room. Coffee and breakfast will be provided.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/12/54365/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/12/53428/

Valentine's Day breakfast for staff

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/13/54006/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/13/47947/

The Texas Law Professional Development Institute: Prepared For Practice is taught by industry experts and practicing attorneys, covering facets of new attorney professionalism most sought after by legal employers. Now in its ninth year, the five-week Institute is promoted widely to employers, many of whom contributed to its content. This must-attend program will help you prepare for your summer clerkship or postgraduate job. The program takes place on Thursdays (January 23-February 20, 2020) from 11:50 a.m.-12:50 p.m. Lunch will be served.

Online registration is open until noon on Wednesday, January 22, 2020.

Whether you're a 1L preparing for your first summer clerkship or the fall recruiting season, a 2L working to turn your summer clerkship or fellowship into an offer, or a graduating 3L getting a head start on your legal career, the Texas Law Professional Development Institute (PDI), which is presented each Spring, will help you be a more competitive candidate and a better lawyer.

Please note that 2Ls and 3Ls who attended last year may sign up for this year’s Institute.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/13/51648/

Interested in a career in indigent criminal defense? Come learn strategies to set yourself on the right path to become a public defender. We will have a great panel of public defenders to share their experience and wisdom.

Panelists TBD

Lunch will be served. RSVP by Wednesday, February 12, on Symplicity.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/13/53065/

The Army Court of Criminal Appeals makes several trips to law schools each year in order to expose students to this unique Court and to showcase military justice in action.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/13/52725/

RSVP Online by Wednesday, February 12. Co-hosted by the Student Bar Association.

Members of the American Bar Association's (ABA) Solo, Small Firm, and General Practice Division (GPSolo)will be on campus to share some tips for establishing a career in a solo or small firm setting. Come learn more about the ABA and GPSolo and what benefits are available to all law students, as well as some career development insights from experienced attorneys in the field.

Lunch will be provided.

Directions: Take the elevators in the Susman Godfrey Atrium (the elevators are located right outside of the Tarlton Library in the Atrium) up to the 5th floor of Jones Hall. Once on the fifth floor, you can locate the room number.

Find out more about the ABA Solo, Small Firm, and General Practice Division (GPSolo): https://www.americanbar.org/groups/gpsolo/

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/13/54285/

Following the Army Court of Criminal Appeals outreach oral argument, students are invited to an informal Q&A session with ACCA judges and JAG Corps counsel. Refreshments will be served. This is a great opportunity for interested students to ask questions about the Army, JAG officer basic training, preparing to practice as a Judge Advocate, assignment process, family considerations, etc.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/13/54547/

What is a judicial clerkship you might be wondering? Or perhaps you know what a clerkship is, but are pretty sure that it’s not for you? Or, you’ve known you wanted to clerk since first grade, and want to figure out how to make yourself as competitive as possible? Or, maybe you’re thinking, “SCOTUS or Bust!”? The Clerkship Program will be hosting an introductory program on judicial clerkships on Thursday, February 13th at 3:30pm in both TNH 2.138 and 2.139. Both rooms will be joined by a group of federal judges to talk about why clerkships are particularly valuable, what they look for in clerks, and how the role of a clerk varies in different chambers and types of federal courts. Please RSVP on Symplicity to attend. The following judges will be joining us:

Hon. Leo Brisbois, United States Magistrate Judge, Minnesota (Chair, NCFTJ, 2019 – 2020)

Hon. Richard Boulware, United States District Judge, Nevada

Hon. Nannette Brown, United States District Judge, Louisiana

Hon. Diana Song-Quiroga, United States Magistrate Judge, Texas

Hon. Willie Epps, United States Magistrate Judge, Missouri

Hon. Juan Vasquez, United States Tax Court

At this meeting we will discuss the timing of your own clerkship search, things to be thinking about now if you want to clerk, and how to best position yourself to be a competitive clerkship applicant.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/13/53805/

Following our Introduction to Federal Clerkships at 3:30pm, attendees are invited to mingle with the visiting judges.

For more information, please email the Judicial Clerkships Program Coordinator at clerk-admin@law.utexas.edu.

RSVP by Wednesday, February 12th, on Symplicity by selecting the Events tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/13/54490/

Information session for Texas Venture Labs practicum

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/14/54306/

Sending love to our 1Ls!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/14/54286/

CSO career counselors will be available in the Atrium to answer general career-related questions. Stop by with your questions or just to say “hi”!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/14/54173/

Lunch and talk with Mark Greenberg, Migration Policy Institute, about immigration and public interest advocacy careers.

oin us on Friday, February 14 for an informal lunch and discussion with Mark Greenberg, senior fellow at the Migration Policy Institute in D.C. Mark will discuss immigrants and public benefits, other developments in immigration policies, and advocating for immigrants and low-income groups as a career path. Mark worked for many years at the Administration for Children and Families in the U.S. Department for Health and Human Services, which has responsibility for refugee resettlement and the unaccompanied children program. He also served as the executive director of the Georgetown Center on Poverty, Inequality, and Public Policy, and began his career as a legal services lawyer for ten years. His bio is available here: https://www.migrationpolicy.org/about/staff/mark-greenberg

RSVP by Monday, February 10 at https://markgreenberglunch.eventbrite.com.

Cohosted by Professor Bill Beardall and the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/14/54465/

Rapoport Center: Beyond Inequality Workshop (closed workshop)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/14/53688/

Interested students can meet directly with Mark Greenberg, Senior Fellow at the Migration Policy Institute, after his lunch-time discussion [Title TBD by WWJC].

From 2009-17, Mr. Greenberg worked at the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. ACF includes the Office of Refugee Resettlement, which has responsibility for the refugee resettlement and unaccompanied children program, and has a strong research agenda relating to the programs under its jurisdiction. Among these are a wide range of human services programs, including Head Start, child care, child support, child welfare, and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.

RSVP by Thursday, February 13, on Symplicity.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/14/53825/

Rapoport Center: Beyond Inequality Workshop (closed workshop)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/02/15/53690/