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HOPE Summer Program in Tanzania: African Probate & Policy Initiative

By on January 31st, 2012

Program Description:

The African Probate & Policy Initiative is designed to foster study, research, and on-site experiences in Africa. The Initiative will focus on the role of probate and property laws in Tanzanian society, the impact of HIV/AIDS and other illnesses, and the human rights implications of both on life in Tanzania.

The Tanzanian legal system is based on British common law, but includes elements of Islamic law (khadi courts), codified customary law, and traditional law. This melding of various legal systems can prove challenging for lawyers practicing in Tanzania, as well as to officials whose task it is to implement and enforce the law. As such, Tanzania provides an exceptional environment for comparative legal studies.

This program offers students:

  • The ability to participate in a direct setting in a course focused on human rights in Africa
  • The study of comparative legal systems with a focus on comparative probate law & policy
  • Experiential learning and the opportunity to engage, firsthand, in providing legal services in a developing country
  • Fieldwork with direct client interaction in providing probate assistance and drafting of wills to rural Tanzanians

Course Information:

Course Title:    African Probate & Policy Initiative
Credits:             6 Credits

For More Information:

Please contact Gretchen Bellamy, Director of International Public Interest Programs.

 

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The Department of Education Has Released an Employment Certification for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Form

By on January 31st, 2012

The Department of Education has released an Employment Certification for Public Service Loan Forgiveness form to assist borrowers in tracking their qualifying employment and qualifying payments as they work toward earning loan forgiveness.

After borrowers submit the form, they will be notified whether their employment qualifies, the total number of qualifying payments they have made and how many payments still need to be made before they qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. This will be a tremendous help for borrowers in documenting the 120 qualifying monthly payments (at least ten years worth) they need to earn forgiveness. It also will provide them with some certainty that their employment qualifies.

Details of the interim certification process set up by the Department of Education, a copy of the form, instructions and a “dear borrower” letter have been posted to the Department’s Student Aid on the Web site. The Department will also be posting some updated PSLF questions and answers to the site soon. You can also direct questions to the Equal Justice Works.

 

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University of Connecticut School of Law Student Legal Writing Competition – Deadline June 1, 2012

By on January 31st, 2012

Deadline: June 1, 2012.

Description:

The University of Connecticut School of Law has established a Student Legal Writing Competition to encourage and reward original student writing on legal issues affecting persons struggling with homelessness, mental illness, addiction, or substance abuse.

Topic:

Entrants should submit a paper on a legal issue affecting persons struggling with homelessness, mental illness, addiction, or substance abuse.

Eligibility:

Papers will be accepted from any student enrolled for the 2011-12 academic year in an ABA-accredited law school in the United States or Canada. Papers must be the law student author’s own work and must not have been submitted for publication elsewhere. Notwithstanding the foregoing, a student may incorporate professorial feedback as part of a course requirement or supervised writing project. All students intending to enter the competition must register by April 16, 2012. Registration is online.

Format:

Papers should be a minimum of 15 pages in length and shall not exceed 30 pages, including footnotes. They must be typed, double-spaced and with one-inch margins, on 8 ½ x 11 inch paper, in a 12-point font, such as Times New Roman. All citations and footnotes should conform to the current edition of The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation and should be in a 12-point font.

Judging:

Papers will be judged by a panel appointed by the University of Connecticut School of Law. Judges will evaluate papers based on the substance, clarity of the proposal or thesis, logical force, support of argument, and quality of research. Grammar, syntax, and form will also be taken into consideration.

Submission:

Entries must be received by 5pm on June 1, 2012. Entries must be submitted in two formats: (1) email an electronic version (in Microsoft Word or PDF format) to Jennifer Mailly; and (2) mail, with a postmark dated by June 1, 2012, four copies of the paper to:

Student Legal Writing Competition
University ofConnecticutSchoolof Law
55 Elizabeth Street
Hartford,CT06105
Attn: Prof. Jennifer Mailly

Papers are judged anonymously, and no identifying information should appear on either the original or the copies of the paper. Entrants must submit a separate cover letter listing the author’s name, address, telephone number, email address, name of law school, and year of graduation.

Awards:

Up to three cash prizes may be awarded: $750 First Prize, $500 Second Prize, and $250 Third Prize. The contest organizers reserve the right not to award prizes if no papers meet quality standards. Winners will be notified by July 16, 2012. All decisions of the judges are final.

View the Competition Flyer here.

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Internship in Legal Ethics at SEC Headquarters

By on January 30th, 2012

Although most SEC attorneys work day-to-day in securities regulation, many attorneys deal with other substantive areas. The Commission actively seeks interns every semester inWashington D.C.who are interested in legal ethics. The Office of Ethics Counsel reports directly to the Chairman. The Commission encourages applications to the Office of Ethics Counsel because it serves important mission and because it provides interns with hands-on educations in legal fields outside of securities regulation.

The Office of the Ethics Counsel is responsible for advising and counseling all Commission employees and members on such issues as personal and financial conflicts of interest, post-employment restrictions, and securities holdings and transactions. The office advises the commissioners, along with current and former employees. Interns assist attorneys in providing that counseling, including with legal research and preparing responses to inquiries and questions.

Interning in the Office of the Ethics Counsel provides law students with hands-on experience involving a wide variety of issues and a unique opportunity to obtain exposure to the various divisions and offices of the Commission. Students interning in the Office of the Ethics Counsel may be assigned legal research projects or training projects and will work closely with the Ethics Counsel and her staff to interpret and apply government-wide Ethics law to the SEC.

Students interested in the Office of Ethics Counsel should apply to Headquarters using the procedure described for the “Law Student Observer Program” on the website.

Students should highlight their preferred assignment in their cover letter.

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Judicial Internship Opportunities

By on January 30th, 2012

Summer Intern/Externship Available with FL Fourth DCA Judge Spencer D. Levine

Fourth DCA Judge Spencer D. Levine (West Palm Beach) is an alumnus and is very interested in receiving applications from Miami Law students. Interested applicants should send materials directly to The Honorable Spencer D. Levine, Florida Fourth District Court of Appeal, 1525 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. In addition to a resume, cover letter and writing sample, Judge Levine also requires two letters of recommendation. Judge Levine is reviewing applications on a rolling basis and you are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Summer Florida Supreme Court Internship Program for Distinguished Florida Law Students

Applications are now being accepted for the Summer 2012 Florida Supreme Court Internship Program for Distinguished Florida Law Students. Interns function as law clerks reviewing and making recommendations on petitions for discretionary review, attorney discipline matters and pending cases. Interns have the opportunity to attend oral arguments, discuss cases with staff attorneys and the assigned justice and assist in drafting of orders and opinions. Interns also attend special lectures, group discussions and training sessions. In sum, it is an incredible opportunity!

The deadline to submit application materials to me is Friday, March 2nd at 5 pm.

An information session regarding the Summer 2012 program will be held on Tuesday, February 7th at 12:30 p.m. in Room F-108. Former interns will be on hand to discuss their experiences at the Court. Pizza will be served.

*Please note that a character & fitness certification from the Florida Bar is required in order to apply.*

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Upcoming Judicial Events

By on January 30th, 2012

Mind over Matters: A Frank Discussion About Legal Matters We Question With U.S. Circuit Judge Rosemary Barkett

Please join us for a transformative evening with U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Rosemary Barkett on Wednesday, February 1st from 6 – 8 pm in the Student Lounge. Please RSVP to Amy Perez in the CDO by Monday, January 30th. Co-sponsored by the CDO, BLSA and Mindfulness in the Law Program. Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served.

Coffee with Circuit Judge Jimmie Reyna, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit

Are you interested in patent law, international trade or customs? Do you have a science background? If so, then do not miss this unique opportunity to meet Circuit Judge Jimmie Reyna of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit Friday, February 3rd from 4 – 5 pm in the Student Lounge. Coffee and snacks will be served. *The Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has nationwide jurisdiction to hear appeals in specialized cases, such as those involving patent laws and cases decided by the Court of International Trade and the Court of Federal Claims.*

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This Week at the CDO (Week of January 30, 2012)

By on January 30th, 2012

Tuesday, January 31:

Spring Recruiting 2012 Information and Training Session – 12:30p.m., Rm. F-209

Wednesday, February 1:

An Evening with Judge Rosemary Barkett – 6:00-8:00 p.m., Student Lounge

Thursday, February 2:

Spring Recruiting 2012 Information and Training Session – 12:30 p.m., Rm. F-209

11th Circuit J.I.P. Orientation Session, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Rm. A-110

 

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City of Chicago Department of Law 2012 Summer Law Clerk Program

By on January 26th, 2012

The City of Chicago Department of Law invites law students to apply for its 2012 Summer Law Clerk Program. Usually, the program begins June 1st and is for a minimum of 10 weeks; however, the start date and duration of a law clerk’s summer will be determined by the law clerk and his/her direct supervisor. The Summer Program is designed to provide current law students with a challenging unpaid clerkship that reflects the demands and rewards of public service, as well as a realistic picture of what it is like to practice law for the City of Chicago.

Participants in the Summer Program are not compensated. Some schools may offer students grants or allow for academic credit.

During the Summer Program, the law clerks will be assigned to work in one of the practice divisions in the law department and  participate in a wide variety of activities including:

1. assisting in trial preparation;
2. attending depositions;
3. observing real estate closings;
4. attending client meetings and court proceedings;
5. researching legal issues; and
6. drafting memoranda, briefs and contracts.

Also, law clerks that have finished their second year of law school and qualify for an Illinois Supreme Court Rule 711 license may  represent the City in:

1. mandatory tort arbitrations in the Circuit  Court of  Cook County;
2. disciplinary hearings for the police and labor boards; and
3. labor arbitration.

They may also depose or examine witnesses in trials in state and federal court.

During the summer, the Law Department will host a lecture series that feature speakers  addressing legal issues that affect the City in areas such as environmental and First Amendment law and provides the law clerks with opportunities to meet with City
department officials and members of state and federal judiciary.

The Law Department seeks talented, promising individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds. Many of our attorneys are active in civic and professional activities and organizations. The Law Department is committed to increasing opportunities for minorities in the legal profession, and it is proud that its staff reflects the racial, cultural and ethnic diversity of Chicago.

To learn more about the various Divisions within the Department of Law and the work that they handle, potential candidates should check out the Litigation, Prosecution and Transactional Division links found under “What We Do” online.

To apply for the 2012 Summer Law Clerk Program, interested students should submit all application materials as set forth on the website.

The deadline to apply is March 2, 2012.

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KaplanPMBR is Having a Presentation on the MBE!

By on January 25th, 2012

KaplanPMBR is putting together a presentation on the MBE on February 9th at 12:30 p.m. in F-200. The presentation will focus on the MBE and the skills needed to be successful. Professor Fromm will cover 25 random multiple choice questions with the students speaking about the law and skill needed for a strong attack. Professor Fromm will also provide approaches, strategies and techniques for taking the MBE.

Professor Fromm teaches Nationally for Kaplan and has taken four bar exams in just the past 4 years.

Questions can be directed to Ana Ramirez of KaplanPMBR.

 

 

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University of Miami School of Law Students and Alumni are Cordially Invited to Attend the University of Miami Career Expo

By on January 25th, 2012

University of Miami School of Law students and alumni are cordially invited to attend the University of Miami Career Expo taking place on Wednesday, February 1st, 2012 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the BankUnited Center on the Coral Gables campus.

The Career Expo has traditionally attracted companies from various industries such as personal and business financial services, banking, retail and merchandising, government, telecommunications, and marketing. This expo is specially designed to expose
students and alumni to a broad spectrum of career paths, as well as provide them with opportunities to secure internships and full-time jobs. This is not a legal industry expo and no law firms will be participating. This is, however, a great opportunity to connect with employers from other industries.

There is no required registration to attend the expo. Students and alumni must come professionally dressed. Bring plenty of copies of your resume and your Cane Card. Students not professionally dressed and/or without their Cane Card will not be admitted.

More information, including a list of participating employers, is available online.  If you have any questions, please contact your CDO advisor.