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28 January 29
  1. 11:45am 2024-01-29T12:45-06:00
    Ace Your Public Service Interview

    Please RSVP by Sunday, January 28, on Symplicity.

    Do you have upcoming public service interviews? If you missed an Ace Your Legal Interview session this fall, join us now for this interactive workshop to help prepare specifically for upcoming public service interviews. You will hear common interview questions and have the opportunity to practice your interview messaging and skills in this small-group setting. Leave the program with the tools and the confidence to help you prepare for and nail your interviews. Pizza will be served.

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/01/29/76654/

January 30
  1. 9:00am 2024-01-30T15:00-06:00
    Kentucky PD Meet & Greet

    Stop by to meet directors from the Kentucky Public Defender Office (KY Department of Public Advocacy) to learn more about their organization.

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/01/30/76680/

  2. CANCELED 2024-01-30T12:45-06:00
    Kentucky PD Info Session

    THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. If in doubt, verify with the web-based events calendar.

    Please RSVP by Monday, January 29, on Symplicity.

    Learn more about internship and permanent employment opportunities with the Kentucky Public Defender Office (KY Department of Public Advocacy).

    The Department of Public Advocacy (DPA) is the Kentucky statewide public defender system with offices spanning from the beautiful Appalachian Mountains to the scenic lakes of southern Kentucky to the farmlands of Western Kentucky to the urban areas of Louisville, Lexington, and Covington (Cincinnati). DPA includes trial, appellate, post-conviction, capital, and juvenile opportunities. We are currently making offers to 3L students who wish to join the fight for justice and freedom in Kentucky in 2024. We also have paid internship opportunities available for those not graduating this year.

    Why be a Kentucky Public Defender:

    Courtroom experience from Day 1 Mentorship Program Holistic approach to representation Statewide Agency State Employee Benefits Inclusive and Diverse Workforce Low Cost of Living 150 hours of nationally recognized public defender training and education Daily opportunities to make a difference for those who need you Panelists Include:

    Samuel Cox is the Trial Division Director at the Department of Public Advocacy (DPA). A graduate of West Virginia University and the University of Kentucky College of Law, Sam also held positions as Law Operations Division Director and as a Staff Attorney in Bell County, Madison County, Fayette County, and DPA’s Capital Trial Branch, where he performed with a high degree of skill in DPA’s most complex cases. He has educated public defenders on highly complex issues such as forensics and litigation of Intellectual Disability in death penalty cases. As Trial Division Director, Sam is responsible for oversight and support of each of DPA’s 40 trial offices, and takes an active role in recruitment of attorneys for those offices.

    Jennifer Wittmeyer is the Assistant Trial Division Director for the Department of Public Advocacy. She graduated Cum Laude from George Mason School of Law in Arlington, Virginia and received her undergraduate degree from Alice Lloyd College in Pippa Passes, Kentucky. While living in Washington, D.C., Jennifer worked for both the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Department of Justice. Jennifer began her career as a public defender with the Louisville Metro Public Defender and joined DPA as a Staff Attorney in the Cynthiana Trial office in 2007. Jennifer became the Directing Attorney in Cynthiana and worked in that position for two years before becoming the Directing Attorney in the Bullitt County trial office in 2012. In 2020, she became the Central Region Manager and worked in that role until transitioning into her current position in 2022.

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/01/30/76653/

31 February 1
  1. 8:30am 2024-02-01T10:30-06:00
    MoFo | 1L Breakfast Meet & Greet

    1Ls: Stop by to meet recruiters from MoFo to learn more about their firm and grab breakfast.

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/01/76727/

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  1. 9:00am 2024-02-08T17:00-06:00
    Public Service Career Fair

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

    During both days of PSCF, both public interest and government employers will conduct interviews for paid and unpaid summer and postgraduate positions. 1Ls, 2Ls, 3Ls, domestic and foreign-trained LL.M.s, and recent graduates (up to one year after graduation) from all Texas law schools who are eligible to participate in this program.

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/08/76227/

  2. 12:00pm 2024-02-08T13:15-06:00
    Heather Jarvis: PS Loan Forgiveness

    Register Online. As part of the Public Service Career Fair, you are invited to attend this practical and engaging presentation featuring attorney and advocate Heather Jarvis and covering: All the latest student loan updates Public Service Loan Forgiveness from A to Z; expert tips for navigating the student loan system; and a Q&A. Sponsored by Career Services, Financial Aid, and the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law.

    *The webinar will also be streamed in the Francis Auditorium from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/08/76669/

February 9
  1. 8:00am 2024-02-09T17:00-06:00
    Public Service Career Fair

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

    During both days of PSCF, both public interest and government employers will conduct interviews for paid and unpaid summer and postgraduate positions. 1Ls, 2Ls, 3Ls, domestic and foreign-trained LL.M.s, and recent graduates (up to one year after graduation) from all Texas law schools who are eligible to participate in this program.

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/09/76266/

  2. 11:15am 2024-02-09T12:45-06:00
    Public Service Table Talk

    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.

    Click here to see a list of participating employers.

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/09/76681/

  3. 4:30pm 2024-02-09T18:00-06:00
    Public Service Happy Hour

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

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/09/76668/

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11 February 12
  1. 11:45am 2024-02-12T12:45-06:00
    Judicial Internships

    Please RSVP by Sunday, February 11, on Symplicity.

    Interested in learning about judicial decision-making first-hand, or how you can parlay your coursework with a unique opportunity for experiential learning during the semester or summer? Come hear from students about their different internship experiences and how the Judicial Internship Program helped them hone their communication, analytical, and research and writing skills.

    Learn more about how to match your goals with the right internship experience - the types and styles of work and opportunities for court observation vary widely. There are opportunities available in state and federal courts that handle a variety of legal cases and issues involving child welfare, probate and guardianship, bankruptcy, trial courts, administrative hearings, and appellate practice. Also learn about the internship's course component and the focus on enhancing the internship, legal writing, confidentiality and ethics, professionalism, and judicial decision-making.

    Moderated by Vasu Behara, Clinical Professor and Director of the Judicial Internship Program.

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/12/76679/

13 February 14
  1. 11:45am 2024-02-14T12:45-06:00
    So You Want to Be a Tax Lawyer

    Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 13, on Symplicity.

    The State Bar of Texas Section of Taxation presents a discussion about various career opportunities available to attorneys in the area of tax law. Pizza will be served.

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/14/76326/

February 15
  1. 11:45am 2024-02-15T12:45-06:00
    DFPS Info Session

    Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 14, on Symplicity.

    The Department of Family and Protective Services seeks to promote safe and healthy families and protect children and vulnerable adults from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Join this information session to learn more about DFPS's varied work in these areas and employment/internship opportunities available to law students.

    Panelists include:

    Kellie Starr Price '07, DFPS Special Projects Attorney

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/15/76829/

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  1. 11:45am 2024-02-21T12:45-06:00
    Estate Planning in Practice

    Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 20, on Symplicity.

    Hosted by PGLETS. Join premier Austin estate planners for a discussion on creative problem solving for large and complex estates.

    Featuring: Sam Hildebrand of Jackson Walker LLP Lois Ann Stanton of Osborne, Helman, Scott, Knisely & Stanton, LLP Steve Saunders of Saunders & Associates

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/21/76951/

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25 February 26
  1. 12:00pm 2024-02-26T12:50-06:00
    Info Session: CIA

    Please RSVP by Sunday, February 25, on Symplicity. Zoom link will then be sent before the event.

    Learn more about the exciting opportunities available with the Central Intelligence Agency's Office of General Counsel. The CIA's OGC provides legal advice and policy counsel to the Director of the CIA and other CIA officers on a variety of legal issues relating to the operations and management of CIA. Join this information session to learn about the exciting and varied practice areas available within the CIA, as well as internship and permanent employment opportunities.

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/26/76954/

February 27
  1. 11:45am 2024-02-27T12:45-06:00
    Careers in Enforcement/White Collar Law

    Please RSVP by Monday, February 26, on Symplicity.

    Learn more about pathways in white collar law and enforcement from attorneys who have practiced in these fields in both the government and private sectors. Pizza will be served.

    Panelists include: Ephraim (Fry) Wernick ‘03, Partner – Government Investigations & White Collar Criminal Defense, Vinson & Elkins (Washington, D.C.), former federal prosecutor and supervisor of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Criminal Fraud Section

    Rebecca Fike, Partner – Shareholder Litigation & Enforcement, Government Investigations & White Collar Defense, Vinson & Elkins (Dallas), former Securities and Exchange Commission Senior Counsel

    G. Zachary Terwilliger, Partner – Government Investigations & White Collar Criminal Defense, Vinson & Elkins (Washington, D.C.), former Senate confirmed United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/27/76447/

28 February 29
  1. CANCELED 2024-02-29T12:45-06:00
    Info Session: U.S. Navy JAG Corps

    THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. If in doubt, verify with the web-based events calendar.

    Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 28, on Symplicity. Zoom link will then be sent before the event.

    As a member of the Navy Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps, you will experience the most diverse legal practice available to an attorney. Working in locations around the world, you will get hands-on experience in everything from international law to civil litigation and military justice. Join this information session to learn more about the exciting employment and internship opportunities available through the U.S. Navy JAG Corps.

    Panelists include:

    Lt. Ariel Sarandinaki, Staff Judge Advocate

    Full event information: https://law.utexas.edu/calendar/2024/02/29/76831/

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