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September 2016

Read About Rainmaker Q&A: Bilzin Sumberg’s Albert Dotson

Law360, New York recently brought out an article on Albert E. Dotson Jr., a partner at Bilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod LLP’s office in Miami. He is the land development and government relations practice group leader, handles federal and local government procurement contracts, and compliance. He also represents real estate developers in securing land […]

Join the ABA and Section of Litigation for Free

The ABA Section of Litigation offers a variety of benefits to get law students to the top of their careers. Here at the Section, we value law students and we know what it takes to become a greater litigator. Whether they are thinking about going into litigation practice, or figuring out what to do after […]

Cause An Effect Event

Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support HOPE Public Interest Resource Center/UM Law. Come in to the Chipotle at 6290 South Dixie Highway in Miami on Thursday, October 6th between 5:00pm and 9:00pm. Bring in the flyer, show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier you’re supporting the […]

This Week at the CDO (Week of September 26, 2016)

Tuesday, September 27: CDO Presents: Social Justice Panel and Workshop – Peggy Browning Foundation – 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM, Law Campus Law Campus Faculty Meeting Room: The Peggy Browning Foundation will hold a panel and workshop with representatives from the National Labor Relations Board, Legal Services, et al, with student Q&A to follow. A […]

Read Articles on Best Places for Law School Graduates

There are 2 interesting articles to review. The first is titled 2016’s Best Places for Law School Graduates and contains a list by Good Call which “features a slew of off-the-radar towns,” Law.com (sub. req.) reports. The largest city to make the top 10 is Los Angeles, ranked at No. 7. The second is titled Smaller Towns Outrank […]

Attend the ABA Forum on Franchising 39th Annual Meeting From November 2nd Through November 4th 2016

The ABA Forum on Franchising will hold its 39th annual meeting at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel from November 2nd to November 4th, 2016.  The Forum is extending an invitation to law students who may have an interest in franchise law to attend the meeting and will waive the registration fee for any student who […]

Third District Court of Appeal Seeks Law Clerk

The Third District Court of Appeal (3rd DCA) is seeking a Law Clerk to conduct legal research and analysis. Applicant must commit to serve a minimum of two years. This job presents an opportunity to engage in a high level of legal practice while still enjoying a family and personal life. Applicants will be evaluated based […]

The American Society of International Law Offers 50% Off on Memberships to UM Law Students

The American Society of International Law (ASIL) maintains listings on over 100 organizations and institutions’ internship, fellowship and pro bono opportunities that include, or directly focus on, the practice of international law. University of Miami School of Law is a partner with ASIL which offers 50% off of any membership. Please contact Yazmyne Vasquez at the CDO for […]

The First Amendment Foundation Hanna and Douglas Weiss Open Government Legal Fellowship – FAF Now Accepting Applications for 2017 Legal Fellowship

Supported by a donation from Kenneth L. Weiss, Esq., the Hanna and Douglas Weiss Open Government Legal Fellowship is a one-semester fellowship for a law student interested in learning about Florida’s open government laws and the legislative process. Mr. Weiss was encouraged to become involved in open government by the First Amendment Foundation and with […]

Criminal Defense Scholarship

Rosenthal & Wadas, Attorneys in McKinney, Texas, are pleased to offer the Rosenthal & Wadas Criminal Defense Scholarship. This scholarship is open to all students heading to. or who are currently enrolled. in Law School for the 2017 Spring Semester. The Scholarship will be judged on merit and need. Academic achievements as well as any […]