Events Calendar

Are you interested in learning more about what participating in a "Mock Trial" competition means? Do you want to learn about what it takes to build your case, and what the judges expect from you? This is the first of two workshops tailored for those who are interested in participating in the Foley & Lardner Mock Trial competition. Come join us and learn what this activity is all about!

Zoom link: https://utexas.zoom.us/j/4339709050 Meeting ID: 433 970 9050

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/21/57345/

Join the Intellectual Property Law Society and attorneys from Jackson Walker for a presentation on their IP Transactions and IP Prosecution practice groups. This is an excellent opportunity for law students interested in Intellectual Property to learn more about the field and to connect with practicing attorneys. Feel free to bring questions for the attorneys as well!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/21/56845/

WLC is hosting a virtual panel on immigration and asylum work with attorneys from the ACLU and RAICES. This panel will discuss what it is like to be an immigration attorney in Texas and how aspiring law students can begin working toward this career path.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/21/57145/

The hit Netflix series Tiger King provided a colorful peek into the world of exotic animal collection and the Endangered Species Act and revived congressional interest in expanding federal protections for captive wildlife. Join the Texas Federalist Society and the Baylor Federalist Society as we host Stephanie Clark (Environment & Land Use Group Associate, Nossaman LLP) and Rob Henneke (General Counsel, Texas Public Policy Foundation) for a fun conversation about the Endangered Species Act and federal exotic animal protections as seen through the prism of Tiger King—moderated by Texas Law’s own Professor Melissa Wasserman.

The first 50 Texas Law students to register will receive a $10 redemption code for DoorDash to enjoy a meal during the event.

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/eWWDtFbbxz9ScLH69

Note: Registration is not required to attend any of the Texas Federalist Society's virtual events this semester; it is only required for each event if you would like to make use of the DoorDash discount.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/21/56945/

This is the first lecture in our Fall 2020 Colloquium, “Inequality, Labor, and Human Rights: The Future of Work in the Age of Pandemic.” It is part of a new inter-disciplinary and cross-campus Pop-Up Institute, “Beyond the Future of Work: New Paradigms for Addressing Global Inequality,” supported by the Office of the Vice President for Research.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/21/55665/

This is a townhall-style event with Julie Oliver, Democratic Nominee for Congressional District 25.

Julie is a Texas Law alum, and her district includes Hyde Park and much more North Campus.

This is a competitive race, and students will have the opportunity to hear directly from Julie and to ask her questions.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/21/56549/

Join us for our bi-weekly women's Bible study. This semester, we are studying the book of Philippians and learning how God wants to transform our minds. Zoom ID: https://utexas.zoom.us/j/2144227782

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/22/57227/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/22/55766/

The University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business, The University of Texas School of Law, and Office of Gift and Estate Planning invite you to attend a complimentary webinar on Tuesday, Sept. 22, from 12-1 p.m., CT. Our three expert panelists will discuss the future of wealth management and provide you with key takeaways for how to apply these insights in your own work. Our conversation will explore: 1. New challenges the industry faces and how the McCombs Wealth Management Center plans to address those challenges 2. Industry insights from leaders in the field right here in Austin 3. Going beyond the tax efficient transfer of financial wealth: intergenerational planning for human capital, personal legacy, and educated philanthropy PANELISTS - Dr. Ramesh K. S. Rao – UT Austin McCombs School of Business - Russell W. Norwood, CIMA, CFP – Venturi Private Wealth - Rhonda H. Brink, JD – Brink & Bennett

CPE and CLE credits offered. No prerequisites or advance preparation are required. The Zoom link will be included in your confirmation email and will also be sent out the morning of the webinar.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/22/57285/

Join TJOGEL and attorneys from Bracewell for an hour of conversation regarding the life of a summer associate and associate. This is a great networking opportunity, and it provides a chance to ask questions of practicing attorneys in an informal setting. Although these roundtables are primarily for 1Ls who want exposure to the industry, I encourage everyone to attend.

*Must be a member of the TJOGEL society to attend this event.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/22/56167/

Join us for our weekly Bible study through James and the Sermon on the Mount.

Zoom link: https://utexas.zoom.us/j/92236881234

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/22/57008/

The Student Bar Association is excited to announce our first trivia night of the semester! In teams of 3-6, students will be competing for gift cards to Texas Law Fellowships' upcoming auction on October 1st. TLF Annual Fall Auction raises funds for Texas Law Fellowships to allow us to provide fellowships to public interest students each summer.

1st place team will receive a $150 gift card to the Auction, 2nd team will receive a $100 gift card, and 3rd place team will receive a $50 gift card.

Please make sure to sign up in advance on our Google sheet so we can assign you to the right breakout room!

Zoom link: https://utexas.zoom.us/j/99189555273

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/22/57185/

RSVP by Tuesday, September 22, on Symplicity.

All Texas Law students are welcome to learn more about the U.S. Army JAG program from Captain Huggins, Field Screening Officer, who will answer questions about the U.S. JAG program, including summer internship and postgraduate opportunities. Judge Advocates are military attorneys responsible for offering legal support that involves military operations. They primarily focus on the areas of criminal law, legal assistance, civil/administrative law, labor/employment law, international/operational law, intelligence law, and contract/fiscal law.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/23/57305/

Join the Intellectual Property Law Society and attorneys from Baker Botts for an introduction to intellectual property law and careers. This is an excellent opportunity for law students interested in Intellectual Property to learn more about the field and to connect with practicing attorneys. Feel free to bring questions for the attorneys as well!

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/23/57045/

Please join us for the second installment of the Texas Business Law Society’s Business Law 101 series, presented by Bracewell. This series is structured to introduce Texas Law students to the practice of transactional law. Bracewell attorneys will discuss their practices and answer questions from attendees. A networking event will follow.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/23/56006/

Registering Students to Vote in Travis County

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/24/56727/

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

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/24/56147/

Join the American Constitution Society and If/When/How Texas Law chapters for a conversation with the American Civil Liberties Union Reproductive Freedom Project about the reproductive rights cases before the Supreme Court last term.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/24/55945/

Join the American Constitution Society and If/When/How Texas Law chapters for a conversation with the American Civil Liberties Union Reproductive Freedom Project about the reproductive rights cases before the Supreme Court last term.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/24/57085/

Join TJOGEL and attorneys from a TJOGEL-sponsor firm for an hour of conversation regarding a multitude of topics, from the firm's position in the energy industry to how to be a great summer associate. This is a great networking opportunity, and it provides a chance to ask questions of practicing attorneys in an informal setting while enjoying lunch. Although these luncheons are primarily for 1Ls who want exposure to the industry, I encourage everyone to attend.

*Must be a member of the TJOGEL society to attend this event.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/24/56219/

Please join the Texas Federalist Society and the Austin Lawyers Chapter for a conversation with Timothy Carney of the American Enterprise Institute. Mr. Carney covers the threat crony capitalism poses to the dynamism of the American economy and the integrity of governmental institutions. He will discuss how the explosion of the administrative state has been symbiotic with the growth of crony capitalism and how many segments of the American workforce have been victimized by the marriage of big government and big business.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/24/57006/

In lieu of our usual Bar Review, SBA will be hosting a weekly Ex Parke this semester on Thursday evenings! This is a great opportunity to meet students from other 1L sections as well as other class years. Each week we will visit a park for an outdoor, socially-distanced hangout. There will be blankets spread out so students can meet up in groups of no more than 10. We kindly ask that you arrive close to the assigned time for your class year in the schedule below. You are welcome to stay longer than 30 minutes, but this schedule should help keep us from having too many people showing up at once. Although we will be off-campus, City of Austin and Zilker Park rules still apply. This requires wearing a mask, maintaining 6 feet of distance from others, congregating in groups of no more than 10, and no alcoholic beverages. Masks are required at all times unless you are snacking in an area we will designate. Where: Zilker Park near the "Rock Island" (2207 Lou Neff Rd, Austin, TX 78746) When: Thursday, September 10th 6:00pm 1Ls (Sections 1–3) 6:30pm 1Ls (Sections 4–6) 7:00pm 2Ls 7:30pm 3Ls

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/24/56926/

Interested in honing your written and oral advocacy skills and competing for Texas Law against teams from around the country? Join us at noon to hear about the interscholastic moot court program at Texas Law. Coaches and former competitors will talk about their teams and processes for trying out. Please email jwhite@law.utexas.edu for the link if you are interested in attending. (Asking for the link does not obligate you to attend.)

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2020/09/25/57207/