Start Your Path to a Successful Career in Intellectual Property!

Thursday, July 29, 4 p.m. ET. 

Virtual Panel Invitation: Starting a Career in Times of Economic Uncertainty

The Joint Minority Bar Association Mentorship Program understands law students and new attorneys are worried about the impact of COVID-19 on their careers both now and in the long-run.

They will be hosting a virtual panel discussion via Zoom next Thursday, May 21st from 4:00-5:30 p.m. 

Discussions will be led by legal professionals from various sectors including the judiciary, law firms, government, and non-profits (including international public service), and practice areas including transactional, civil litigation, criminal litigation, in-house counsel and more! Panelists will share their experiences, job search tips, coping strategies, and how to successfully pivot during times of economic upheaval.

Please register here. 

Microsoft Agile Mentoring Program

CPD and BELA invites YOU to the 5th Annual Microsoft Agile Mentoring Program Kickoff.

WHEN: Tuesday, October 1 from 5 to 6:30 PM 

WHERE: 2nd Floor Gallery

WHY: The program is designed to connect you with in-house counsel attorneys. The panelists will discuss their career paths and what brought them to Microsoft. 

RSVP: This event is limited to 30 students. So, please RSVP to Josie Mitchell by Friday, September 27, at Noon.

Moderator:

• Christi Davisson ’04, Minecraft Product and Forza Franchises

Panelists: 

• Collin Smith, Office 365 Team
• Jika Gqiba-Knight, Product Attorney, Commercial Management Experience Team