Events Calendar

11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. in the Eidman Courtroom and 12:45-1:45 p.m. in the Jury Room. Lunch served at 12:45.

During the first hour, which is free and open to the public, Rebecca Robertson will speak on the ongoing struggle for transgender equality in Texas. During the second hour she will meet with students more informally over lunch to discuss her life and career.

RSVP by Monday, October 31, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab

The “Lives in the Law” speaker series focuses on the work and lives of lawyers who strive to improve the lives of others through litigation, advocacy and public service.

Hosted by Career Services and the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law.

More about Rebecca Robertson:

As the Legal & Policy Director of the ACLU of Texas, Rebecca L. Robertson leads the ACLU’s legal, legislative, and field teams in Texas and defends the liberty of ACLU clients in high impact litigation in state and federal courts around Texas. She joined the ACLU after a 15-year career as a commercial litigator at Baker Botts, LLP, where she served as co-chair of the firm’s securities litigation practice group. While at Baker Botts, she led the amicus team working on the landmark civil rights case challenging the Texas sodomy law, Texas v. Lawrence. She is a graduate of the Harvard Law School, where she served as Executive Editor of the Harvard Law Review, and Rice University, where she received her B.A. magna cum laude.

Rebecca Robertson will be available for one-on-one, 15-minute meetings from 10:00-11:00 a.m. in the Career Services Interview Suite (TNH 3.122). To sign up for an individual meeting, please email cso@law.utexas.edu or stop by the CSO in TNH 3.130.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/01/23824/

Are you ever in doubt of what to wear for an interview, reception, or interview lunch? What exactly does "business casual" mean? What am I expected to wear during my clerkship? If you've ever asked yourself one of these questions, come to the Dress to Win workshop on Thursday, November 3.

We will split the program into two rooms: women's attire will be discussed in TNH 2.139 and men's attire will be discussed in TNH 2.137.

You can expect a head-to-toe review of professional attire that provides guidance on meeting expectations, avoiding pitfalls, and appropriately adding a bit of self expression. You will also hear helpful advice on purchasing attire at an array of budgets and seeking affordable tailoring.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/03/23565/

Third and final session of the CSO Career Success Series for 1Ls this fall. In this session, learn about professionalism during your job search, how to network over the Winter Break, interview preparation tips, application deadlines for Public Service Career Fair, the December 1 Rule, and more. This event is for Bradford/Hargrave Socieites. Lunch will be served.

RSVP by Friday, November 4, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/07/23764/

Third and final session of the CSO Career Success Series for 1Ls this fall. In this session, learn about professionalism during your job search, how to network over the Winter Break, interview preparation tips, application deadlines for Public Service Career Fair, the December 1 Rule, and more. This event is for Sheffield/Hodges/Green/Cadena Societies. Lunch will be served.

RSVP by Friday, November 4, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/07/24464/

Third and final session of the CSO Career Success Series for 1Ls this fall. In this session, learn about professionalism during your job search, how to network over the Winter Break, interview preparation tips, application deadlines for Public Service Career Fair, the December 1 Rule, and more. Lunch will be served.

RSVP by TUESDAY, November 8, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/09/23785/

Learn about careers in intellectual property law and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office – who they are, what they offer, their role of patent protection in the U.S. – and various career paths focused on Intellectual Property from Hope Shimabuku, Director of the Texas Regional United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Ms. Shimabuku carries out the strategic direction of the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the USPTO, and is responsible for leading the Texas regional office. Focusing on the region and actively engaging with the community, Ms. Shimabuku ensures the USPTO’s initiatives and programs are tailored to the region’s unique ecosystem of industries and stakeholders.

RSVP by Tuesday, November 8, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/09/26544/

The ABA Section of Antitrust Law Consumer Protection Committee and Membership Committee will discuss careers in antitrust and consumer protection.

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

Panelists include Eric Lipman, Texas Attorney General’s Office; Lauren C. Ravkind, Lauren C. Ravkind, Kenny Nachwalter P.A.; Brad Schuelke, Texas Attorney General’s Office; and Allan Van Fleet, McDermott Will & Emery. Moderated by Kim Van Winkle, Texas Attorney General’s Office.

Lunch will be provided by the American Bar Association Antitrust Section. To attend, please register online. Once you have registered, you will be able to select “Student – Free”.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/10/24864/

Skadden embraces the idea that inclusion and a wide spectrum of diversity only makes the firm better. Through their Skadden 1L Scholars Program, the firm is seeking to attract the best and the brightest legal talent, including candidates whose life experiences, demonstrated interests and achievements can contribute to the firm’s commitment to diversity, inclusion and excellence.

The Skadden 1L Scholars Program provides an 11-week ultimate summer experience comprised of both law firm and corporate in-house exposure for students with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion. The paid internship consists of seven weeks at Skadden, working on both client and pro bono related matters, followed by four weeks at a firm client.

RSVP by Wednesday, November 16, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/17/26564/

In this brief 30 minute session, Department of Justice will discuss their Volunteer Legal Internship Program, application process, and answer your questions about opportunities.

RSVP by Wednesday, November 16, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/17/26746/

In this segment, our speakers explore the area of trust and estate planning. They’ll provide invaluable insight into what skills you’ll need to break into this area, what drew them to this practice area, the pros and cons, and what a typical day in their practice entails.

Speakers: Jonathan P. (JP) Lee, Shareholder, Sojourner, Caughman & Thomas, Columbia, SC Chasity S. Grice, Peppel, Gomes & MacIntosh, P.C., Memphis, TN

Moderator: Liz Stone, Managing Director, The Dubin Group, San Francisco, CA

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/18/26986/

Mark Levy, '01 and Kayna Stavast will discuss internship opportunities available in the Texas Office of the Attorney General - Antitrust Division, which may qualify for academic credit. Lunch will be served.

RSVP by Monday, November 28, on Symplicity by selecting the "Events" tab.

Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2016/11/29/27064/