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Supervising Attorney and Assistant Director, Pace Community Law Practice (PCLP), Pace Law School

By on May 1st, 2012

The PCLP is an innovative new community legal services center opening at Pace Law School in fall 2012.  One of the first of its kind, the PCLP will provide recent Pace Law School graduates with one-year fellowships to represent low and moderate income clients on a sliding scale basis.  In addition to providing direct legal representation, the PCLP will create capacity for low bono services by training and educating its Fellows in how to build solo and small legal practices.  This training will provide Fellows with the tools to sustain their employment and provide ongoing legal services to high-needs populations.  The PCLP plans to represent clients in immigration proceedings–which permit law graduates to represent clients before they have been admitted to the bar–as well as other legal practice areas, which may include but are not limited to family law, administrative proceedings such as Social Security and disability hearings, guardianship, housing, and others.

The PCLP is seeking a Supervising Attorney/Assistant Director who will have primary supervision and management responsibilities for the Fellows. The Supervising Attorney/Assistant Director will provide direct legal supervision and mentorship to the Fellows in their representation of clients and assist the Executive Director in the management of the PCLP.  S/he will also assist the Executive Director in creating and executing the training and solo practice curriculum for Fellows and guide the Fellows in their community outreach and training efforts.  The ideal applicant will have experience in one or more of the practice areas listed above.

For additional information about qualifications, duties and responsibilities and how to apply, please visit the website.

The PCLP is located on Pace Law School’s campus in White Plains, NY.

Applications may only be submitted through Pace University’s career site. Interested candidates can search for the posting number: 0601319.

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Baker Donelson Diversity Scholarship Application Now Available – Deadline is June 22, 2012

By on May 1st, 2012

Baker Donelson is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where the individual differences among us are understood, respected, appreciated and recognized as sources of strength of the Firm. These qualities enrich the environment in which we work. With this in mind, Baker Donelson will again award three scholarships to diverse law students who will complete their first year of law school by June 2012.

Recipients will be awarded a six-week, salaried 2L Summer Associate position for the summer of 2013 in one of the firm’s following offices: Birmingham, AL; Orlando, FL; Atlanta, GA; Baton Rouge and New Orleans, LA; Jackson, MS; Chattanooga, Johnson City, Knoxville, Memphis and Nashville, TN; or Houston, TX.

Additionally, each recipient will be awarded $10,000 which will be paid prior to the student’s third year of law school to help defray the cost of law school tuition and related expenses.

For complete eligibility criteria, instructions, and to apply for the Scholarship Program, please visit the website.

If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact Helen Beasley.

 

 

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Equal Justice Works Will Begin Accepting Applications for its National Advisory Committee (NAC) on Tuesday, May 1, 2012

By on April 27th, 2012

Equal Justice Works will begin accepting applications for its National Advisory Committee (NAC) on Tuesday, May 1st, 2012.

The NAC serves in an advisory board capacity to Equal Justice Works, and by serving on the NAC, you can play an important role in providing feedback and guidance on select Equal Justice Works initiatives.

We are currently seeking four law school professionals (LSP) and four law student members to fill positions that will begin service on July 1, 2012 for a two year commitment that will end on June 30, 2014. As a member of the NAC, you are required to attend one annual meeting per year and participate in periodic conference calls throughout the year to work on projects designed to help Equal Justice Works improve existing programs and develop new initiatives.

The NAC application is due no later than 11:59 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, May 30, 2012.

 

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Upcoming Events for the Miami Lakes Bar Association

By on April 27th, 2012

Below you will find information about upcoming events for the Miami Lakes Bar Association (MLBA):

Employment Law – Thursday, May 17, 2012

EEOC Deputy Regional Counsel and Supervisory Trial Attorney, Kimberly McCoy Cruz, will share insights on the EEOC and employment law, including litigation filed in the Miami Office of the EEOC and recent issues discussed by the EEOC.

Thursday, May 17, 2012. Networking and registration begin at 11:45 a.m. Luncheon begins at 12:00 p.m.

Please RSVP by visiting the website or e-mailing Haydee Sera.

CLE approval will be applied for.

Don Shula’s Hotel
6842 Main Street
Miami Lakes, Florida 33014 

Cost: $30 members; $35 non-members. 

Save the Date for the MLBA’s Miami-Dade Candidate Reception

On the evening of June 21, 2012, the Miami Lakes Bar Association will hold a reception for candidates running in Miami-Dade elections. All candidates are invited to attend.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Location to be announced.Contact Haydee Sera for more information.

Vacancy on the Third District Court of Appeal

The Third District Court of Appeal Judicial Nominating Commission is currently accepting comments about the applicants for the vacancy created by the resignation of Judge Juan Ramirez, Jr.

For more information, please see the press release from the Third District Court of Appeal Judicial Nominating Commission announcing the applicants and requesting input from the bench and bar about the applicants. You can also view information about the interview schedule by viewing this press release.

The deadline for submitting comments is Tuesday, May 1, 2012.

Sponsor the MLBA!

Do you want to market legal, financial, or banking services to the members and friends of the Miami Lakes Bar Association? For information on sponsoring the next MLBA luncheon or happy hour, contact Haydee Sera.

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Volunteer for the Cuban American Bar Association 5K Run on June 2, 2012!

By on April 27th, 2012

The Cuban American Bar Association (CABA) is hosting a 5k run on June 2, 2012 at Tropical Park from 7:00 am – 12:00 pm to raise funds for their pro bono project. They expect a big turnout. The event will be attended by attorneys, judges and other members of the legal community.

CABA needs volunteers to help with:

  • Morning set-up
  • Registration table
  • Water stations
  • Food stations

Click here for the link to the event.

 

 

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2012 ACS Convention Public Interest Fellowships

By on April 27th, 2012

ACS will again be providing a limited number of Public Interest Fellowships for this year’s ACS National Convention. Fellowship recipients must be lawyers in practice for five years or less (graduation year 2007 or later) and must work in government or public interest. Fellowship recipients will receive convention registration, lodging and a stipend for travel.

You must be a current dues-paying member of ACS to be eligible for this fellowship. Click here to join. The 2012 ACS National Convention will take place at the Capital Hilton in Washington, DC from June 14-16.

The ACS National Convention provides unparalleled networking opportunities for progressive lawyers. There will again be dedicated networking time following each panel discussion and fellowship recipients will be able to meet leaders from their respective practice areas, as well as leaders from their geographic area.

In order to strengthen ties between fellowship recipients and ACS and engage them in the work of the organization, Fellowship recipients are required to join ACS and do at least three of the following:

To apply, please click here and complete the simple online application.

Applications must be received by April 30, 2012.

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Become an OLPCorps Volunteer

By on April 24th, 2012

OLPCorps is OLPC’s official field volunteer program. It is a worldwide community dedicated to transforming education for children who have had little or no access to modern information technology. OLPCorps gives young people the opportunity to contribute their minds, bodies, time and skills to delivering better education for children living in some of the world’s most disadvantaged communities.

OLPC has just piloted their first project in the United States at Holmes Elementary School in Liberty City. Staff members and community partners are working to sustain the positive momentum this project has created. The organization’s nontraditional approach to education and technology, one that has captivated over 2.5 million young minds around the world, is supported byMiami-Dade County Public Schools and Knight Foundation.

The organization is currently in need of a strong volunteer corps with various talents and backgrounds to assist with Miami efforts. For additional information, please visit the website.

If interested, send your resume and application no later then April 24th.

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The City of Chicago Department of Law Announces its Externship and Post-Graduate Fellowship Programs for the Fall 2012

By on April 24th, 2012

The City of Chicago Department of Law officially announces its formal externship and post-graduate fellowship programs beginning this Fall 2012.

A description of the Externship Program can be found on the website under: Careers; What We Do; and Externship Program.

A description of the Post-Graduate Fellowship Program can also be found on the website under  Careers; What We Do; and Post-Graduate Fellowship Program.

 

 

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This Week at the CDO (Week of April 23, 2012)

By on April 23rd, 2012

Tuesday, April 24:

Last day of classes – Congratulations on the completion of the spring 2012 semester and the 2011-2012 academic year! Congratulations to the graduating class of 2012!

Friday, April 27:

Final Exams Begin – Good luck with finals!

Information about Reading Period, Finals and Summer Break – The Career Development Office will remain open during reading period, finals and summer break. Students and alumni are welcome to contact our office to schedule advising appointments during this time.

*This is the last “This Week at the CDO” for the 2011-2012 academic year. The weekly posts will return in the fall.*

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2012 Program of Advanced Studies on Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

By on April 23rd, 2012

For those of you interested in an intensive three-week summer program in Human Rights and Humanitarian Law, please think about the WCL Academy on Human Rights and Humanitarian Law’s Program, taking place at American University from May 28 – June 15, 2012.  The Academy brings together world-renowned faculty to teach courses in both English and Spanish.  Courses can be taken either for academic credit or for a certificate.  Further information can be found on the website.