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Date:
6/28/2012
Time:
4:36pm - 6:34pm
Location:
Dominick's, Monroe Street
Description:
We, the Office of Career Planning, are glad you are here and we're looking forward to helping you figure out what you want to do next summer, the summer after that, post-graduation, and beyond! To start, we would love to meet you! Join us at Dominick's (on Monroe Street) on Thursday, June 28th 4:36pm-6:34pm for pizza, quesadillas, and other free food. Please stop by to introduce yourself! After that, we encourage you to focus on your classes without worrying about job-searching. In fact, NALP - The Association for Legal Career Professionals, an association of all ABA-accredited law schools and many legal employers, adopted a set of guidelines stating that law schools should not offer career services to 1Ls before November 1st AND 1Ls should not initiate contact with prospective employers before December 1st. Just enjoy Ann Arbor in the summer ( Top of the Park starts 6/15!) and we'll be in touch about our Introduction to Career Planning, Speed Resume Review workshops, Public Service 101, and other programs later in the fall. See you on the 28th!
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Date:
8/20/2012
Time:
2:00pm-3:00pm
Location:
1225 South Hall
Description:
We will cover Early Interview Week details and reminders. Students should plan to attend if they are participating in EIW. Listen to the audio MP3 file of the program. View the presentation slides (PDF file).
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Date:
8/23/2012
Time:
12:00pm-1:00pm
Location:
Student Lounge at the Holiday Inn near the University of Michigan
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) Assistant Dean Susan Guindi and Gary McGinnis provide students with information on how to schedule and prioritize callback interviews. View Presentation Slides (PDF format).
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Date:
9/5/2012
Time:
4:00pm-4:55pm
Location:
0220 South Hall (Basement)
Description:
3Ls interested in government post-grad jobs: come chat about the timeline for applying for jobs and get tips to help you with your job search going forward.
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Date:
9/5/2012
Time:
11:50am-1:00pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) Professor Joan Larsen will give tips for scheduling and conducting clerkship interviews. View program handout* (PDF file; requires authentication).
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Date:
9/10/2012
Time:
12:10pm-1:10pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
Come learn about this opportunity to meet 120+ public service employers on October 26th & October 27th in DC! Alyson Robbins (Public Interest Director), Laura Scott (Government Advisor), and 3Ls who were there last year will answer your questions about why you should attend, how to make the most of the event, the registration process, the travel reimbursement from OCP, and more!
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Date:
9/10/2012
Time:
12:10pm-1:10pm
Location:
120 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Lawyers from the firm of Sullivan & Cromwell in NY and Professor Davis will discuss transactional practices.
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Date:
9/13/2012
Time:
11:55pm-12:55pm
Location:
0225 South Hall
Description:
There's a job out there for everyone (even if it doesn't feel like it). As you head into the final stretch, we want to help you maximize resources and contacts so you can get a great job -- in private practice, with a non-profit, or in government! Hear audio of program (MP3 file; authentication required). View presentation power point slides (PDF; authentication required).
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Date:
9/19/2012
Time:
12:10pm-1:10pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED - 9/14/2012. The General Counsel of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Len Kennedy will speak about CFPB and opportuniites with the agency. Prior to joining CFPB, Kennedy was General Counsel of Sprint Nextel Corporation, and twice served as a Senior Legal Advisor at the Federal Communications Commission. For those of you wondering about moving from government practice to private practice (and vice versa), you won't want to miss this program!
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Date:
9/20/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
1025 South Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) Susan Guindi, Assistant Dean of the Office of Career Planning, provide an Introduction to Career Planning for Graduate Students. Dean Guindi will provide information and advice for the LL.M. job search, including participation in the LL.M. Job Fair in New York, NY.
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Date:
9/21/2012
Time:
3:00pm-4:00pm
Location:
South Hall 0220
Description:
McKinsey & Company Presentation for Michigan Law Students - The Age of the Law Firm Strategist Alex D'Amico, a member of McKinsey's legal services practice, will share perspectives on the state of the industry, the increasing role of strategy, and long-term trends that will impact the future profitability of law firms. The session will be split in equal parts between presentation and discussion. All law students are invited to attend our presentation. Please visit our website at www.apd.mckinsey.com to learn more about McKinsey & Company. The website features profiles of consultants with backgrounds similar to your own, and information about selection criteria. RSVP's, while not necessary, are greatly appreciated and can be sent to meegan_bluman@mckinsey.com.
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Date:
9/25/2012
Time:
Times TBA
Location:
Locations TBA
Description:
The Federal Circuit Bar Association is holding its regional meeting at the Law School, and it will include numerous panel presentations throughout the day. Several federal judges will participate, as will IP practitioners. Students and faculty are encouraged to attend.
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Date:
9/25/2012
Time:
11:55am-1:00pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
Please join us to learn about the Public Interest Public Service Faculty Fellows, a part of Michigan Law's dedication to enhancing students' exposure to and knowledge of the importance of public service work. We will hear from these faculty members and experienced practitioners: Mark Rosenbaum, Judy Levy, Deborah Burand, Saul Green, David Uhlmann, Mark Van Putten, and Alison Hirschel. Lunch will be served!
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Date:
9/27/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
South Hall 0225
Description:
The interviewing and hiring season is not over yet! Come hear* (MP3 file) 3Ls talk about alternative strategies for finding a law firm job for your 2L summer.
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Date:
10/8/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
1225 South Hall
Description:
Judicial clerkships are found in federal and state courts and include trial and appellate levels. In addition, there are a number of federal and state specialty judges and courts - bankruptcy courts, magistrate judges, and tax courts are just a few of these. Come hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) a panel of UMLS alumni describe their experiences clerking for a variety of judges and answer questions like: Why clerk? What is the difference between clerking for an appellate judge and a trial judge? Is it worth clerking if I don't want to litigate? Can I obtain a clerkship if I'm not on Law Review?
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Date:
10/8/2012
Time:
5:30pm-6:15pm
Location:
138 HH
Description:
Watch (authentication required) Andrew N. Keller, Chief Counsel, Senate Foreign Relations Committee, speak on: "International Career Options in Government and on the "Hill".
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Date:
10/9/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authenication required) Wayne C. Witkowski '72, a retired civil rights attorney with over 40 years of government experience, talk about his career in federal and state government. Learn about his work at the Department of Justice Civil Rights Division, including desegregation cases during the civil rights movement. He also served as Senior Counsel and Deputy Attorney in the D.C. Attorney General's Office. Lunch will be provided.
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Date:
10/10/2012
Time:
12:00pm-1:00pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
Learn* (MP3 file; authentication required) about the program and the application process. Emily Boening, a MLS alum who participated in the program, will share her experience as well. View presentation slides (PDF document; authentication required).
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Date:
10/11/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
132 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) Ryan Danks '02, an attorney with the Antitrust Division, talk about internships and post-graduate legal opportunities at the Department of Justice.
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Date:
10/12/2012
Time:
12:00pm-1:00pm
Location:
1070 South Hall
Description:
Watch* (media file; authentication required) David Stuckey of Legalis, international legal recruiters, give a presentation on how to look for overseas job opportunities for US trained lawyers Co-sponsored by the Center for International & Comparative Law, Office of Career Planning, and the International Law Society.
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Date:
10/17/2012
Time:
12:00pm-12:50pm
Location:
1060 South Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) Major Vicki Belleau (Air Force JAG lawyer) give an informational briefing to 1Ls, 2Ls, 3Ls, & LLMs about the opportunities in the Air Force JAG Corps.
*Although the United States Armed Forces have recently revised their employment policies and practices (specifically, through the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”), their policies continue to discriminate on the basis of gender identity and gender expression. Current federal law, however, effectively prevents the Law School from applying its anti-discrimination policy to military recruiters, including those for the Judge Advocate General Corps. The fact that military recruiters are here in no way reflects the Law School’s endorsement of their discriminatory employment practices.
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Date:
10/17/2012
Time:
10:00am-11:00am
Location:
1060 South Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) Major Samuel Gregory give an informational briefing to students about the opportunities with Army JAG.
*Although the United States Armed Forces have recently revised their employment policies and practices (specifically, through the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”), their policies continue to discriminate on the basis of gender identity and gender expression. Current federal law, however, effectively prevents the Law School from applying its anti-discrimination policy to military recruiters, including those for the Judge Advocate General Corps. The fact that military recruiters are here in no way reflects the Law School’s endorsement of their discriminatory employment practices.
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Date:
10/19/2012
Time:
12:00pm-1:00pm
Location:
138 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file; authentication required) Eric Jon Taylor '90, a partner in the firm of Parker, Hudson, Rainer & Dobbs LLP in Atlanta, discuss the legal market in Atlanta and offer tips on how to get a job. Mr. Taylor has been a partner at a large, international law firm, has worked in-house at a Fortune 20 company managing litigation, and is now a partner at a smaller firm with his friends.
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Date:
10/22/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:50pm
Location:
100 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file; authentication required)Deans Baum and Guindi provide information on the bar exam application process, multi-state and state portions of the bar exam, bar review courses, and character and fitness consideration. Sponsored by the Office of Career Planning and the Office of Student Services.
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Date:
10/22/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
1225 South Hall
Description:
All 2Ls considering judicial clerkships should attend to hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) Professor Joan Larsen, Faculty Clerkship Advisor, and Beth Wickwire, OCP Clerkship Advisor, discuss timing, materials, and other considerations for Federal and State judicial clerkships.
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Date:
10/23/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
218 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Cancelled - Jim Shimota '99, a partner in Bridges & Mavrakakis LLP in Chicago, will discuss his career trajectory as an IP lawyer. Having worked at both a large firm and smaller one, he will highlight the differences between them.
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Date:
10/23/2012
Time:
7:00pm-8:00pm
Location:
R2220, Ross School of Business
Description:
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm that provides a wide range of financial services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and high-net-worth individuals. 2L students interested in Summer Associate positions within Private Wealth Management (PWM) should attend this information session. Formal training takes place in New York before interns head out to their regional offices for the duration of the summer.
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Date:
10/25/2012
Time:
12:00pm-12:55pm
Location:
220 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) the Office of Career Planning present a workshop on how to use LinkedIn.
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Date:
10/29/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
South Hall 0220 (Basement)
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file; authentication required) Cindy Cohn, '89, is the Legal Director for the Electronic Frontier Foundation as well as its General Counsel. Come here from Ms. Cohn about her career path and the cutting-edge work she does defending free speech, privacy, innovation, and consumer rights! Lunch will be provided by OCP (first-come, first-serve).
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Date:
10/31/2012
Time:
11:55am-1:00pm
Location:
100 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file; authentication required) Assistant Dean Susan Guindi and the Office of Career Planning for an introduction to the resources and services provided by OCP, advice regarding career exploration, and an overview of the 1L job search. View presentation slides (PDF).
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Date:
11/1/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
0225 South Hall (both sessions)
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file; authentication required) this workshop, hosted by the Office of Career Planning, instruct first-year students on writing the best damn legal resumes and cover letters possible. Counselors familiar with both public and private sector employers will share helpful tips and examples of good (and not-so-good) resumes and cover letters. Hilarity will ensue. Workshops will be offered on Thursday, November 1st and Monday, November 5th - students should attend one or the other. View presentation slides (PDF file).
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Date:
11/2/2012
Time:
11:55am-1:00pm
Location:
120 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) Alyson Robbins, Public Interest Director, to hear about careers in public interest! This program is for 1Ls (and transfer students) who want to learn about opportunities at non-profits (including indigent defense) and resources to support your public interest job search.
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Date:
11/5/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
0225 South Hall
Description:
This workshop* (MP3 file; authentication required), hosted by the Office of Career Planning, will instruct first-year students on writing the best damn legal resumes and cover letters possible. Counselors familiar with both public and private sector employers will share helpful tips and examples of good (and not-so-good) resumes and cover letters. Hilarity will ensue. Workshops will be offered on Thursday, November 1st and Monday, November 5th - students should attend one or the other. View presentation slides (PDF file; authentication required).
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Date:
11/5/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file; authentication required) the American Bar Association Section of Labor and Employment Law present a lunch-time panel regarding career opportunities in the field of Labor and Employment law, one of the fastest growing areas of practice in the country. Attorneys representing management and labor, and plaintiff's employment and defense attorneys will be present.
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Date:
11/5/2012
Time:
5:30pm-6:15pm
Location:
236 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Watch* (video file; authentication required) Nuala Mole is the Founder & Senior Lawyer at the AIRE (Advice on Individual Rights in Europe) Centre in London.
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Date:
11/6/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
0225 South Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) Laura Scott, Government Advisor, talk about careers in government! This program is for 1Ls (and transfer students) who want to learn about resources for pursuing government opportunities. View presentation slides (PDF file; authentication required).
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Date:
11/12/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
1225 South Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) what it's really like to work inside chambers for the summer. A panel of current students who have recently interned for a judge will give their inside perspectives. In addition, Clerkship Advisor Beth Wickwire will give instructions and tips for how to find and apply for these terrific opportunities. View presentation handout (PDF document). View sample judicial internship cover letter (PDF).
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Date:
11/13/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
100 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) Chris Huther, a partner in the D.C. office of Wiley Rein LLP, provide tips on how to interview successfully for summer employment.
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Date:
11/13/2012
Time:
12:00-12:55pm
Location:
138 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Watch* (media file; authentication required) Join Professor Claire Mahon as she talks about international public service careers. Professor Mahon’s career includes work with: • Amnesty International • International Commission of Jurists • International Service for Human Rights Sponsored by the Office of International & Comparative Law.
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Date:
11/16/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55am
Location:
1225 South Hall
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file; authentication required) OCP counselors for a discussion about 1L summer jobs in the private sector. We will cover resources and best practices for finding and applying to law firms of all shapes and sizes and in-house counsel internships! View presentation slides (PDF file).
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Date:
11/27/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
1225 South Hall
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file; authentication required) the Office of Career Planning's Interview Workshop cover the dos and don'ts of interviewing as well as tips and examples for how to handle the most common (and most terrifying) interview questions like a pro. Interview Tip #1: Attend this program.
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Date:
11/28/2012
Time:
12:00pm-1:00pm
Location:
1025 South Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) Glen Zatz of Comerica Bank, Rick Rattner of Williams, Williams, Rattner & Plunkett PC, Brian Henry of eTitle Agency, members of the Real Property Law Section, State Bar of Michigan, and Richard Norton, Chair and Associate Professor of Urban & Regional Planning Program in University of Michigan's College of Architecture and Urban Planning as they discuss the day to day responsibilities of a real estate practitioner. Glen, Rick, Brian and Richard will share their experiences and provide students with a better understanding of the rewards and challenges involved with representing clients in the real estate field. Students will be able to ask questions on any topic. The lunch is sponsored by the Membership Committee of the Real Property Law Section.
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Date:
12/3/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
0225 South Hall
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file; authentication required) Professor Joan Larsen, Faculty Clerkship Advisor, and Beth Wickwire, Clerkship Advisor, give an update on the timing of and strategy for 2014 judicial clerkship applications.
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Date:
12/4/2012
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
We at the Office of Career Planning understand; everyone hates networking. But like semi-annual visits to the dentist, networking is an inescapable part of any happy and healthy lawyer's life. Hear* (MP3 file; authentication required) how to make the most of your efforts! While our presentation will be geared toward 1Ls, anyone interested in minimizing awkwardness is welcome to attend. Please remember to brush and floss beforehand.
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| : January |
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Date:
1/17/2013
Time:
11:50am-12:50pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file) Beth Wickwire, Clerkship Advisor, will give an overview on the timing of and strategy for 2014 judicial clerkship applications. We will cover additional/updated information not previously covered in our December 2012 meeting.
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Date:
1/18/2013
Time:
12:00pm-12:50pm
Location:
1025 South Hall
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file) Assistant Dean Susan Guindi will provide interviewing advice and tips for LL.M. and S.J.D. students.
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Date:
1/22/2013
Time:
11:55am-12:50pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
Please join the Office of Career Planning and PROS to hear about Ms. Golden's amazing work on behalf of prisoners. Ms. Golden has been a Staff Attorney at Washington Lawyers' Committee with the D.C. Prisoners' Project since 2006. Her practice focuses on litigation of constitutional claims on behalf of prisoners in federal and state courts in several jurisdictions. Deb started at the D.C. Prisoners' Legal Services Project in 2000, creating the Project's "Women in Prison" effort. Since that time, her work at the Project has focused on a range of issues affecting the treatment of prisoners. Prior to joining the D.C. Prisoners' Legal Services Project, Deb earned a Skadden Fellowship to work with the Appalachian Research and Defense Fund in Pikeville, Kentucky. Lunch will be provided!
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Date:
1/24/2013
Time:
11:55am-12:50pm
Location:
0220 South Hall (basement)
Description:
Fellowships are a great way to begin a public interest career and every student who is committed to using their law degree as a tool for justice should consider pursing one of these unique opportunities. This presentation* can help 1Ls begin to understand and identify fellowship options and help 2Ls get moving toward an excellent fellowship application. Presented by Alyson Robbins (Public Interest Director) and Jennifer Hill ('07), Skadden Fellow.
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Date:
1/25/2013
Time:
11:50am-1:00pm
Location:
1025 South Hall
Description:
Hear* Bruce Courtade (J.D. ’88, B.A. ’84), president of the State Bar of Michigan and a shareholder with Rhoades McKee PC in Grand Rapids, chat with students about the legal market in Michigan and the importance of seeking leadership roles in building a local practice. Lunch will be served, please RSVP by Thursday, January 24 to lawcareers@umich.edu.
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Date:
1/31/2013
Time:
11:50am-12:50pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
Listen to* the Judicial Clerkship Team from OCP give a demonstration of the federal OSCAR application system for students planning to apply for post-graduate clerkships in 2014.
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Date:
2/7/2013
Time:
11:50am-12:50pm
Location:
0225 South Hall (basement)
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file) the Judicial Clerkship Team of OCP discuss clerkship letters of recommendation. This program will cover it all - how many letters applicants need, what applicants can do to make sure the letters are the best possible, and the time frame for getting the letters written and prepared for chambers. We will also walk you through resources that you need to use in order to correctly process letters of recommendation requests.
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Date:
2/8/2013
Time:
11:45am-12:30pm
Location:
1025 South Hall
Description:
Students who will graduate in December 2013 who are planning to apply for post-graduate judicial clerkships should plan to attend this meeting for important information regarding the timing and processing of their clerkship applications.
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Date:
2/11/2013
Time:
4:30pm-6:30pm
Location:
Michigan Union Ballroom
Description:
The Office of Career Planning invites 1L students to Meet the Employers: A Reception with National Law Firms, on Monday, February 11, 2013 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Ballroom of the Michigan Union, 530 S. State St. This will be a wonderful opportunity to meet lawyers in firms you may be interested in and learn about the practice of law prior to your first summer job. The Reception will be of great benefit in advance of interviewing with national law firms next fall. You do not need to attend for the full two hours. Stop by when you can and leave when you need to. Employers will understand your schedule may not allow you to attend the full two hours. We encourage business casual dress. Khakis or dress pants; nice shirt or blouse; men don’t need to wear ties.
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Date:
2/14/2013
Time:
11:50am-12:50pm
Location:
0225 South Hall
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file) attorneys with the U.S. Attorney's Office, Western District of Michigan, speak about federal prosecution careers. Assistant United States Attorneys Ray Beckering '90, Jennifer McManus, and Daniel Mekaru will share their experiences and talk about career opportunities. *They will be interviewing 1Ls and 2Ls for 2013 summer internships. Check Symplicity for details.
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Date:
2/20/2013
Time:
11:50am-1:10pm
Location:
1225 South Hall
Description:
A panel of 3Ls who have accepted judicial clerkships will share their strategies and tips for successful clerkship applications. 2Ls: bring your application questions (such as how to make a list of judges or choose a writing sample) and hear what worked, and what didn't, from students who have already gone through this unique application process. Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP to sindling@umich.edu by Tuesday, February 19th.
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Date:
2/21/2013
Time:
12:00pm-12:50pm
Location:
1060 South Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file) Major Vicki Belleau (Air Force JAG lawyer) give an informational briefing to 1Ls, 2Ls, 3Ls, & LLMs about the opportunities in the Air Force JAG Corps.
*Although the United States Armed Forces have recently revised their employment policies and practices (specifically, through the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”), their policies continue to discriminate on the basis of gender identity and gender expression. Current federal law, however, effectively prevents the Law School from applying its anti-discrimination policy to military recruiters, including those for the Judge Advocate General Corps. The fact that military recruiters are here in no way reflects the Law School’s endorsement of their discriminatory employment practices.
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Date:
2/26/2013
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
0220 South Hall
Description:
Are you working in the Bay Area this summer and you're already on the prowl for San Francisco's best tapas (and sangria)? [Hint: It's in The Haight!]
Don't worry--your fellow students are here to provide you with the answers to this question and so much more! The Summer and the City Series (brought to you by OCP and LSSS) will feature Michigan 2Ls and 3Ls covering important issues like housing, transportation, networking, and low-cost fun in the San Francisco Bay Area, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago.
San Francisco Bay: Tuesday, February 26
Washington, D.C.: Tuesday February 26
Los Angeles: Thursday, February 28
New York City: Thursday, March 14
Chicago: Friday, March 15
If you plan to spend your summer in a city not on this list, let us know and we'll try to find you someone who can help!
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Date:
2/26/2013
Time:
11:55am-12:50pm
Location:
138 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Are you getting ready for your summer in D.C. but you don't understand why the National Mall lacks a Nordstrom? [Hahahaha oh, you.]
Don't worry--your fellow students are here to provide you with the answers to this question and so much more! The Summer and the City Series (brought to you by OCP and LSSS) will feature Michigan 2Ls and 3Ls covering important issues like housing, transportation, networking, and low-cost fun in the San Francisco Bay Area, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago.
San Francisco Bay: Tuesday, February 26
Washington, D.C.: Tuesday February 26
Los Angeles: Thursday, February 28
New York City: Thursday, March 14
Chicago: Friday, March 15
If you plan to spend your summer in a city not on this list, let us know and we'll try to find you someone who can help!
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Date:
2/27/2013
Time:
11:50am-12:50pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
Clerkship applicants are invited to share light refreshments and introduce themselves to the Faculty Assistants who will be processing your letters of recommendation requests.
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Date:
2/27/2013
Time:
11:50am-12:50pm
Location:
1225 South Hall
Description:
Listen to* (MP3 file) panelists from Jenner & Block discuss important aspects of navigating your career, including: helpful hints to building relationships and doing great work as a summer associate, building a network and establishing mentors early in your career, balancing pro bono and billable hours and perspectives on selecting and developing a practice in different areas of law. Panelists: Melissa Hinds, Kyle Palazzolo and Kristen Boike. Zingerman's will be served! Please RSVP to Christine Carlson, ccarlson@ jenner.com by 5pm on Monday, February 25th.
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Date:
2/28/2013
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
Are you preparing for your summer in LA and you're still figuring out whether to walk or take the Metro to work? [Hint: Neither.]
Don't worry--your fellow students are here to provide you with the answers to this question and so much more! The Summer and the City Series (brought to you by OCP and LSSS) will feature Michigan 2Ls and 3Ls covering important issues like housing, transportation, networking, and low-cost fun in the San Francisco Bay Area, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago.
San Francisco Bay: Tuesday, February 26
Washington, D.C.: Tuesday February 26
Los Angeles: Thursday, February 28
New York City: Thursday, March 14
Chicago: Friday, March 15
If you plan to spend your summer in a city not on this list, let us know and we'll try to find you someone who can help!
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Date:
3/14/2013
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
138 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Are you scared that dirty water dogs are the only lunch that will fit in a S.D.N.Y. intern's summer budget? [We've heard the water is sourced directly from the East River.]
Don't worry--your fellow students are here to provide you with the answers to this question and so much more! The Summer and the City Series (brought to you by OCP and LSSS) will feature Michigan 2Ls and 3Ls covering important issues like housing, transportation, networking, and low-cost fun in the San Francisco Bay Area, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago.
San Francisco Bay: Tuesday, February 26
Washington, D.C.: Tuesday February 26
Los Angeles: Thursday, February 28
New York City: Thursday, March 14
Chicago: Friday, March 15
If you plan to spend your summer in a city not on this list, let us know and we'll try to find you someone who can help!
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Date:
3/15/2013
Time:
3:00pm-4:00pm
Location:
132 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Are you searching for summer housing need help discerning between Chicago's Bucktown and Wicker Park neighborhoods? [So do we.]
Don't worry--your fellow students are here to provide you with the answers to this question and so much more! The Summer and the City Series (brought to you by OCP and LSSS) will feature Michigan 2Ls and 3Ls covering important issues like housing, transportation, networking, and low-cost fun in the San Francisco Bay Area, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago.
San Francisco Bay: Tuesday, February 26
Washington, D.C.: Tuesday February 26
Los Angeles: Thursday, February 28
New York City: Thursday, March 14
Chicago: Friday, March 15
If you plan to spend your summer in a city not on this list, let us know and we'll try to find you someone who can help!
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Date:
3/18/2013
Time:
11:55am-12:50pm
Location:
0220 South Hall
Description:
Come hear* Steven H. Rosenbaum '78, chief of the Housing and Civil Enforcement section of the Civil Rights Division, discuss the important work DOJ is doing in this area. Steven is a 34-year veteran of the Civil Rights Division and a former Chief of Special Litigation and Voting Sections. If you are interested in civil rights law and/or working at the U.S. Department of Justice, you won't want to miss this! Lunch will be served - please RSVP to kmrus@umich.edu by Thursday, March 14, 2013. Sponsored by OCP and the Public Interest/Public Service Faculty
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Date:
3/20/2013
Time:
12:00pm-1:00pm
Location:
1020 South Hall
Description:
Are you wondering.... What Happens if I don't Do OCI*(MP3 file)? What will my job search look like if I spend the last weeks of summer sleeping late and watching bad TV? Can I really pursue my passion and be a public interest lawyer? If so, please join Alyson Robbins (Public Interest Director) and OPIS (Organization of Public Interest Students) for this presentation designed to help 1Ls answer these questions. View program slides (PDF document).
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Date:
3/20/2013
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
0225 South Hall
Description:
Hear* Carol Kanarek, '79, a NYC career coach for lawyers, discuss how to navigate successfully through your summer job in order to optimize your chances of receiving an offer, in particular for those working in a law firm. The talk includes how to manage your time, how to handle criticisms or negative evaluations, and how to avoid mistakes that students have made in the past.
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Date:
3/27/2013
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
0220 South Hall
Description:
Al Cotrone* (MP3 file), Chief Administrative Officer and former Director of the Career Development Office at the Ross School of Business, will discuss the do's and don'ts of salary negotiations. See presentation slides (PDF document).
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Date:
3/27/2013
Time:
3:15pm-4:15pm
Location:
1025 South Hall
Description:
Laura Scott, Government Advisor, will meet with 3Ls about post-grad opportunities. Come chat about strategies to help with your job search going forward, including tips on navigating USAJOBS.gov! Light refreshments will be served.
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Date:
4/3/2013
Time:
12:00pm-1:00pm
Location:
1225 South Hall
Description:
Please join Gibson Dunn attorneys to discuss "Things I Wish I Had Known Before OCI". Lunch will be served (Zingerman's). RSVP to shong@gibsondunn.com.
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Date:
4/4/2013
Time:
11:50am-12:50pm
Location:
0225 South Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file) Susan Butler Plum, founder and director of Skadden Fellowship Foundation, discuss this prestigious post-graduate fellowship. 2Ls and soon-to-be-clerking 3Ls, join us to get tips/advice as you look for sponsoring organizations and begin thinking about potential projects. 1Ls, it'snot too early to start learning about postgraduate fellowships! Come at 11:50am for lunch (provided by OCP) and the presentation will start promptly at 12:00pm. Please RSVP via google form: https://docs.google.com/a/umich.edu/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFo1elkydDhHdlFvMnl5Z1ZXOWVfTmc6MQ. And come with questions for Ms. Plum!!!
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Date:
4/11/2013
Time:
11:55am-12:50pm
Location:
132 Hutchins Hall
Description:
Hear* (MP3 file) OCP to learn about Honors Attorney Programs (entry-level attorney hiring) and Summer Legal Intern Programs (paid summer internships for 2Ls) with the federal government. Deadlines for most Honors Attorney and Summer Legal Intern Programs are typically very early in the Fall semester --DOJ is usually the day after Labor Day! This important session will cover the timeline and what you can do to prepare over the summer. View presentation slides (PDF document).
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Date:
4/12/2013
Time:
10:10a.m.-11:00a.m.
Location:
1025 South Hall
Description:
Current Presidential Management Fellow and Michigan Alum Arianne Miller will be here to talk about opportunities with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and what it's like to be a PMF fellow. Please RSVP via Google Form.
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Date:
4/15/2013
Time:
11:50am-12:50pm
Location:
1225 South Hall
Description:
Listen to (MP3 file) a panel discussion of international law opportunities. Professors Rachel Deming, Timothy Dickinson, and Steven Ratner will talk about opportunities with the federal government, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector. Lunch will be provided - please RSVP via Google form by April 11th.
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Date:
4/15/2013
Time:
1:00pm-2:00pm
Location:
1225 South Hall
Description:
Assistant Dean Susan Guindi will discuss policies, procedures, and deadlines for Early Interview Week which will be held August 15, 16, 19, and 20, 2013. Because of class conflicts, we have scheduled two sessions of this meeting - students need only attend one.
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Date:
4/16/2013
Time:
11:55am-12:55pm
Location:
1225 South Hall
Description:
All 1Ls who are considering judicial clerkships should attend this meeting to learn about the new timetable for the federal courts. Hear* (MP3 file) Professor Joan Larsen, Faculty Clerkship Advisor, and Robin Kaplan, OCP Clerkship Advisor, discuss course selection, timing, and other issues you should consider prior to the fall semester.
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