Current 2Ls are invited to apply for 2021-22 membership in the William L. Dwyer Inn of Court. One of the Inn’s functions is to serve as an educational and mentoring organization to law students who are dedicated to the pursuit of high-quality, ethical lawyering.
The general membership is made up of judges, professors, law firm partners, prosecutors, defenders, and other lawyers with varying levels of practice experience. Typically, the Inn meets on the Seattle U campus the second Tuesday night of each of the nine months of the school year for dinner, networking, and a continuing legal education (CLE) presentation. The Inn has been meeting remotely this past year and will do so until it is safe to gather in person. Students are each assigned to one of seven sub-groups, called pupilages. Students work with the judges and lawyers in their pupilages to develop and help lead CLEs (each pupilage presents one CLE a year).
Student membership selection is competitive. There are seven spots available for Seattle U law students who will be 3Ls during the 2021-22 academic year. Selection criteria include a demonstrated interest in litigation and dispute resolution, participation in activities supporting that interest, and a thoughtful, compelling letter of interest.
To apply to the William L. Dwyer Inn of Court, email a resume and letter of interest by Monday, April 19 at 5 pm to both Deborah Ahrens, Professor of Law, and Erin Fullner, Director of Professional Development and Alumni Relations.
Student membership dues will be covered by the Office of the Dean.
If you have questions, email Prof. Ahrens or Dr. Fullner.
