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What is PSLawNet? A Wealth of Public Interest/Public Service Job Search Resources

PSLawNet (Public Service Law Network) is an online clearinghouse for law students and lawyers to connect with public interest opportunities and information on public interest careers.  PSLawNet is a free resource for UM law students and alumni to search among thousands of public interest job opportunities and employer profiles.  In addition to its database, PSLawNet […]

Government Honors & Internship Handbook (2010-2011)

Interested in a summer or post-graduate position with a federal government agency? The 2010-2011 Government Honors & Internship Handbook is a comprehensive collection of available opportunities. The Handbook is now available online at http://www.law.arizona.edu/career/honorshandbook.cfm. The site is password protected. To obtain the login information, please contact your CDO advisor.

Free Law Passes for UM Law Students

Sterling Education Services, Inc. is a non-profit continuing education company that conducts seminars across the nation.  On occasion, this organization offers law students free scholarship passes to upcoming seminars. Currently, there are free passes for the following seminars: International Taxation in Miami, FL on September 16, 2010 Landlord-Tenant Law Update in West Palm Beach, FL […]

Applying for a Post-Graduate Fellowship?

Interested in a post-graduate fellowship but don’t know how to build a successful application? Join a free webinar given by Equal Justice Works on how to develop a solid fellowship application! The webinar will take place on Thursday, July 29 at 10:00 a.m. To participate, please register at https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/997806432.

Civil Legal Assistance Attorney Student Loan Repayment Program (CLAAP)

Five million dollars is now available for distribution to qualified civil legal assistance attorneys.  The online application is accessible here and applying as soon as possible is critical because the Department of Education will commit these funds to eligible civil legal assistance attorneys on a first-come, first-served basis. Completed and signed applications can be returned […]

Networking This Summer

Summer is an excellent time to build your network of contacts.  Here are five ways to strengthen your network this summer courtesy of the PSLawNet blog. CDO advisors are available to discuss the art of networking with you this summer.  Call or email our office to make an in person or telephone appointment.

How is Your Summer Going?

Making a good impression during your summer internship is incredibly important.   Employers may be assessing your performance to determine whether to bring you back for another summer or for a post-graduate position.  Even if you are not looking to stay on with that employer, you will want to list them as a reference so doing […]

Careers in Multilateral Organizations

Want to learn more about careers in multilateral organizations such as the United Nations?  Then check out this blog post by Sara Rakita for PSLawNet.

Two Free Business Law Seminars (CLE Credit Available)

The Business Law Section of the Florida Bar and the Dade County Bar Association Business Law Committee Present: Demystifying the Securities Laws – A Practitioners Approach to Getting the Deal Done The Business Law Section of the Florida Bar and the Dade County Bar Association Business Law Committee present “Demystifying the Securities Laws – A […]

Free Webinars for Students and Graduates

There are a number of free webinars available online for students and graduates starting next week.   Online registration is required. Schedule of webinars: 1.  Thursday, June 3rd, 8:30pm EDT/ 5:30pm PDT Health Law:  Where the Jobs Are and How to Get Them 2.  Wednesday, June 16th, 8:30pm EDT/ 5:30pm PDT Lawyering in the U.S. […]