In the first hour, learn the tips and tools you’ll need to succeed as a summer associate at a small or large firm. Panelists include Sandra Rodriguez, ‘94, Partner at Vinson & Elkins (Austin); Gretchen Rollins, Director of Entry-Level Hiring, at Vinson & Elkins (Dallas); and Amber MacIver, '06, Senior Associate at Baker Botts L.L.P. (Austin). Moderated by Tracy McCormack, Director of Advocacy Programs at UT Law.
At 1:00 p.m., Joe Noel, Reference Librarian and Lecturer with the Tarlton Law Library will talk about legal research strategies for summer clerkship assignments. He’ll discuss how to familiarize yourself with your firm's research environment, what questions to ask when you receive an assignment, and best practices for deciding where to start your research. Examples of actual summer assignments from law firms will be presented.
Lunch will be served. Sponsored by Vinson & Elkins. RSVP by Monday, April 8, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.
All 1Ls are invited to join Locke Lord LLP for breakfast tacos from 8:00-9:30 a.m. Look for the Peached Tortilla taco truck located on the south side of the law school on Trinity Street.
For 3Ls still seeking permanent employment, come learn about UT Law's Long Career Launch Program. Strategies will be discussed on how to maximize the benefit of LCLP and similar postgraduate programs. You will also obtain practical advice on how to make your job search more efficient and productive. Coffee and breakfast pastries will be served. RSVP by Wednesday, April 10, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.
Mary Crouter, Assistant Director of the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law, and Lucy Wood, Skadden Foundation Fellow and Lecturer with the William Wayne Justice Center, along with Meredith Shytles Parekh, ’11, Skadden Foundation Fellow with Disability Rights Texas; Amelia Ruiz Fischer, ‘12, Equal Justice Works Fellow with the Texas Civil Rights Project; and Abby Anna Batko-Taylor,’13, UT Law-Funded Postgraduate Fellow, will discuss the fellowship application process and provide strategies for putting together a competitive fellowship application. RSVP by Wednesday, April 10, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.
The State Bar of Texas Tax Section will present a discussion about various career opportunities available to attorneys in the area of tax law. Panelists include Patrick O’Daniel ‘92, Partner at Fulbright & Jaworski L.L.P.; Cindy Grossman ‘04, Partner at Giordani Swanger Ripp & Phillips LLP; Corby Brooks, ’04, Cook Brooks Johnson PLLC; Mandi Matlock ‘00, Texas RioGrande Legal Aid; and Daniel Price ’02, IRS Office of Chief Counsel. Moderated by Christi Mondrik ‘01, Mondrik & Associates. Lunch will be served. RSVP by Wednesday, April 10, on UT Law Symplicity by selecting the “Events” tab.
