2016 Low Bono CLE Connection Series

In partnership with WSBA’s Low Bono Section, Moderate Means Program, and Law Office Management Assistance Program, 
the SU Low Bono and Solo Initiative presents the

2016 Low Bono CLE Connections Series

Marketing 101

Wednesday, May 4, 2016 - 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.

Seattle University – Pigott Building

1.5 CLE Credits Pending — Free — RSVP here

If a tree falls in the forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? If a lawyer has top notch legal skills, a comfortable office, a stellar case management system, but no one knows about the lawyer or her firm, does she have a viable law practice?  Building a successful law practice requires developing a brand, building and implementing marketing strategies, which includes identifying your market, honing your elevator speech, networking, and participating in the community you serve.  Join us for a hands-on training with Madhu Singh who will share best practices of building a successful practice through a variety of marketing strategies. You will leave with a marketing plan in hand with ideas to get you going right away. 

Madhu Singh is the Chief Legal Office of the Foundry Law Group. Since starting her solo practice, MK Singh Law, in 2009, Madhu has worked to pioneer a nontraditional approach to legal support that emphasizes efficiency, agility and hands-on collaboration. Today, as the founder and Chief Legal Officer of Foundry Law Group, Madhu fosters a unique innovative work environment that empowers both the team and their clients’ teams to achieve their fullest potential. She is in her element working side by side with CEOs and businesses crafting legal solutions that fit the needs, vision and values of today’s growing companies. She is particularly interested in the emerging intersections of technology, new media and business law and enjoys helping companies navigate the front lines of these fast-developing areas. Madhu is Adjunct Faculty Lead at the Community Development and Entrepreneurship Clinic at Seattle University School of Business and School of Law and on the Board of Director of the Women’s Business Exchange. She received the SBA 2014 Women business owner of the year award, been named a rising star each of the last three years by Superlawyers, and awarded "Superb business attorney" by Avvo.com. Seeking to make a positive impact in our community, Madhu also spends her time speaking at CLEs for attorneys, advising at micro-enterprise clinics, providing pro bono services for nonprofits, serving on nonprofit boards and hosting free seminars for local businesses. 

The 2016 CLE Connections Series, which is open to law students and attorneys, aims to offer high quality CLEs designed to help you run a successful law practice and opportunities to connect with other lawyer-entrepreneurs, especially those serving the moderate income client community. 

Reserve your spot for the rest of the 2016 Low Bono Connections CLE Series which usually take place
at noon on the first Wednesday of most months:

June 1: Tech Set-Up – RSVP here.
July 13: The Paperless Law Office – RSVP here.
August 3: Marketing 102 – RSVP here.
September 7: Low-Cost Legal Research – RSVP here.
October 5: Ethical Considerations for a Low Bono Practice – RSVP here.
November 2: Back-Up and Succession Planning – RSVP here.
December 7: Strategic Planning for Sustainability and Growth – RSVP here.

The Low Bono and Solo Initiative aims to assist our alumni in starting their own solo practices or small firms, including those whose practices are designed to serve the moderate means client community. You are receiving this email because you have attended past programs or expressed interest in our programs.

If you have any questions or no longer wish to receive these emails, please contact Diana Singleton ’98, Access to Justice Institute Director at singletd@seattleu.edu or 206-398-4168. 

Call for Authors: American Inns of Court Warren E. Burger Prize

The American Inns of Court invites judges, lawyers, professors, students, scholars, and other authors to participate in its 2016 Warren E. Burger Prize. Authors should submit an original, unpublished, 10,000–20,000 word essay on a topic that addresses the issues of excellence in legal skills, civility, ethics, and professionalism. The winning essay will be published in the South Carolina Law Review and the author will receive a cash prize of $5,000. The submission deadline for the 2016 Warren E. Burger Prize is July 1, 2016. More information is available on the American Inns of Court website at www.innsofcourt.org/BurgerPrize.

Inn of Court Student Membership Applications

Current 2Ls are encouraged to apply for 2016-2017 membership in the William L. Dwyer Inn of Court. The Inn of Court serves, among other things, as an educational and mentoring organization to law students who are dedicated to the pursuit of high-quality, ethical lawyering.

The general membership of the Inn is made up of judges, professors, law firm partners, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and other lawyers with varying levels of practice experience. The Inn meets on the Seattle University campus the second Tuesday night of each of the nine months of the academic year for drinks, dinner, networking, and a CLE presentation.  Students are each assigned to one of seven sub-groups, called pupilages, where students work with the judges and lawyers in those groups to develop and help lead the monthly CLEs.

Applications require a resume and a letter of interest detailing why you would like to join the Inn. There are seven spots available for Seattle University law students and applications will be reviewed by Professor Deborah Ahrens and Erin Fullner, Associate Director of the Center for Professional Development. 

Selection criteria include a demonstrated interest in litigation and dispute resolution, participation in activities supporting that interest, and a thoughtful and compelling cover letter. The membership dues for 2016-2017 are $100, which will cover the cost of all the meals.

Applications for the William L. Dwyer Inn of Court are due Monday, April 18 by 5 p.m. Application materials can be submitted to Jessica Fuqua through email at fuquaj@seattleu.edu or in person in the Dean’s Offices in Sullivan Hall on the 2^nd Floor.

The William L. Dwyer Inn of Court is part of the American Inns of Court, a national organization which is comprised of around 320 chapters and over 23,000 members.

Questions can be directed to Professor Deborah Ahrens, Erin Fullner, or Jessica Fuqua.

Legal Journal Write-On Competition Mandatory Information Sessions

If you are interested in applying for a 2L staff position on Seattle University Law Review,  Seattle Journal for Social Justice, Seattle Journal of Environmental Law, or the American Indian Law Journal, you must attend one of the information sessions listed below. Free pizza will be provided and attendance does not obligate you to apply for the journals. 

Info Sessions:

Tuesday, April 12th Noon - Room C5

Thursday, April 14th  5:15 - Room C6

Wednesday, April 20th Noon - Room C5

Student Publications Open House: 

Also, stop by the office of Student Publications (located next to the library Reference desk) between 4-6pm on Thursday, April 14th for a meet and greet with the Managing Editors of the journals, and to take a tour of the office. Snacks will be provided! 

Questions?

American Indian Law Journal (AILJ)	Prinka Bedi Managing Editor	bedip@seattleu.edu
Seattle Journal of Environmental Law (SJEL)	Ai-Li Chiong-Martinson Managing Editor	chiongma@seattleu.edu
Seattle Journal for Social Justice (SJSJ)	Darrah Hinton Managing Editor	hintond@seattleu.edu
Seattle University Law Review	Dean Williams Managing Editor	willi181@seattleu.edu

In-House Counsel Panel TODAY

Wednesday, April 6
Noon in Room C5

Join BELA for an in-house counsel panel featuring attorneys working at companies based in the Seattle area.

Panelists:

• Courtney Fuller, '07 - General Counsel at Guidant Financial Group
• Andrew Haring - General Counsel and VP at Talking Rain
• Eric Lent - General Counsel and VP at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates
• Nicholas Wolfe, '10 - Legal Counsel at BitTitan
• Ryan Nichols, '11 - Corporate Counsel at Rightside

Panelists will discuss their career paths and experiences working in-house. RSVP to Kelly Lawton. Lunch provided.

Health Law Career Panel (all students)

Tuesday, March 29, 5:00 pm, Room C5

Interested in the constantly evolving and dynamic field of health law?  Please join the Washington State Society of Healthcare Attorneys and SU Law’s Health Law Society to hear from a panel of lawyers about the different types of legal positions available that are related to health law.  Panelists include: Amy Magnano ’06 (Bennett Bigelow & Leedom), John Quirk ’05 (Group Health Cooperative), and Deanna White ’12 (Fain Anderson VanDerhoef Rosendahl O’Halloran Spillane). 

K&L Gates on Campus with Espresso!

Thursday, March 31

9:30-11:30 on the Court Level

Please join attorneys from K&L Gates for coffee on the court level to discuss their firm, various practice areas, and participating in Fall OCI.  They will host a mobile espresso cart for your caffeinating pleasure!  Participants include SU alumni Ryan Groshong, Ashley Gammell, Chris Cunningham, David Neu, and Tony Yerry.

Heather Jarvis: Managing Your Student Loan Debt and Focusing on What Matters

Tax Law Panel

Wednesday, March 23
Noon in Room 109 The Tax Law Student Association (TLSA) is hosting a panel/discussion with four local tax attorneys on different career opportunities within tax law. The panelists include:

• Adjunct Professor Monica Langfeldt, whose work involves international business tax at Langfeldt Law
• Adjunct Professor Judd Marten, who is a partner and handles the gift and estate planning at LeSourd & Patten
• Attorney George Munro, who focuses on business tax planning at Amicus Law Group
• Warren Baker, who is involved in self-directed IRA's at Fairview Law Group

Students who are interested in participating should add TSLA on TWEN and sign up for the panel. Lunch will be provided for those who RSVP.

IPLS Speed Networking March 23, 5:30-7:30

The Intellectual Property Law Society is hosting its annual speed networking event on Wednesday, March 23 from 5:30-7:30 on the second floor of Sullivan Hall. We have more than 15 local IP attorneys attending this year! There will be free food and a chance to socialize before students get a chance to learn about local attorneys' practices and firms. 

This event is not limited to IP students; all are welcome. Students should (but are not required to) RSVP to buschg@seattleu.edu.

2016 Washington Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel (WACC) Diversity Scholarship

The Washington Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel (WACC) is proud to sponsor three diversity scholarships totaling $9,000 (up to $3,000 per scholarship). One student from each of the three Washington State law schools will be eligible to receive a scholarship.

The Association of Corporate Counsel is a global bar association that promotes the common professional and business interests of in-house counsel who work for corporations, associations, and other private-sector organizations. The WACC connects local members and provides valuable resources through information, education, networking opportunities, and advocacy initiatives. With approximately 600 members statewide, the WACC Board of Directors is comprised of committees focused on the particular interests of its members, including pro bono work, CLEs geared towards in-house issues, fostering relationships with the law schools, and promoting diversity efforts via this scholarship.

The WACC Diversity Scholarship provides financial assistance to law students who promote diversity in the legal profession in Washington State. The scholarship provides incentives to increase diversity in the legal profession; reflects the diverse communities in which we live; and ultimately benefits the community at-large.

To be a scholarship recipient you must be a student who (i) is currently enrolled in one of the Washington State law schools, (ii) is a student in good academic standing, (iii) has a demonstrated financial need, and (iv) exhibits a commitment to increasing diversity in the legal profession or community at-large.

Completed application forms are due by March 20, 2016. Please contact an advisor in the Center for Professional Development for an application form.

Clerkship Kickoff Makeup Session

If you missed the judicial clerkship kickoff session and plan to apply for clerkships this season, you'll need to attend a makeup. Please participate in this Doodle poll to indicate when you'd be available to meet. Erin Fullner will contact you with the makeup session details at a later date.

American College of Employee Benefits Counsel

Visit ACEBC’s website for more information, or email acebcfellows@outlook.com.

Careers in Tax Law Panel

Tuesday, February 16
4:00 pm, in Room C-5
Reception at the 2nd Floor Gallery

Professors Dick, Eason, and Kahng are pleased to invite you to hear from some of our alumni about the wide range of career possibilities in tax law. Reception will follow to meet and network with the speakers. Please RSVP in Symplicity or email Junsen Ohno at ohnoj@seattleu.edu.

King County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Winter Soiree

The King County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division

cordially invites you to attend

The 11^th Annual YLD Winter Soirée

Thursday, February 11, 2016

5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Premiere on Pine ● 1525 9^th Ave, Floor 40

Please join us for our annual event recognizing this year’s Outstanding Mentor Award finalists as nominated by our YLD members

The winner will be announced at the event!

Enjoy cocktails and hors d’ oeuvres, meet your peers, and network with members of the legal community

REGISTER HERE

$35 for KCBA Members

$40 for Non KCBA Members

(Prices will increase by $5.00 after February 5)

Washington State Bar Association Renovation Celebration Open House

Meet the WSBA staff and Board of Governors, enjoy refreshments, and take a tour. RSVPs are appreciated but not required.

Law Student Writing Competition

Entries to the contest may discuss any topic that lies within the procedure, substance, or scope of the jurisdiction of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. The rules of the contest are posted here. Find the U.S. Court of Federal Claims on Facebook.

Entry deadline for the 2015-16 academic year is 11:59 PM  ET July 15, 2016.

U.S. Court of Federal Claims Bar Association
Ben Franklin Station P.O. Box 7614 Washington, DC 20044 phone:  202-220-8638

JAG Updates

United States Marine Corps Judge Advocate

A Marine Corps Judge Advocate will visit Seattle University to conduct informational interviews with interested candidates the week of February 1. Please contact Erin Fullner to request an informational interview. This opportunity is open to students as well as alumni.

As a Marine Corps Judge Advocate you will immediately be given the responsibilities of maintaining your own caseload and advising Marines on legal issues. Additionally, the training you receive as a Marine Corps Officer will prepare you to be a leader. You will also build skills and gain real legal experience in the courtroom. For more information about becoming a Judge Advocate in the USMC, contact Captain Justin M. Carrasco via email or phone, (206)-550-6892.

United States Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, and Navy Joint JAG Information Session, Seattle University School of Law

To learn more about JAG opportunities in the Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, and Navy, attend the upcoming joint JAG information session at Seattle University School of Law. Representatives from four branches will be present to provide information on applying for legal positions with their respective branches of the US Armed Forces. The event will take place February 2 at noon in the law school. RSVPs are greatly appreciated. Contact Erin Fullner to RSVP and get room information.

Hang Your Own Shingle: A Low Bono Toolkit

Friday, JANUARY 29, 2016 – 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 p.m. 

Seattle University School of Law - Sullivan Hall

5 General and 1 Ethics CLE Credits Pending

Going the solo route is a choice that over half of WSBA members have made, and more are choosing to include “low bono” services in their practice – offering sliding scale fees to middle income clients. 

Join us January 29^th to get an overview of building a solid foundation for your practice and network with others in the solo and low bono lawyer community.  Bring your questions and business cards.  For the agenda and more details, click here.   

Register here

General Registration: $149

Seattle University School of Law Alumni: $119

WSBA Low Bono Section Members: $119

Attorneys in practice 0-3 years: $119

WSBA Low Bono Section Members in practice 0-3 years: $89

Following the CLE, join us for a networking social from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the Garage

To register, click here.

For questions, contact Diana Singleton, Director of the Access to Justice Institute.

Racial Justice Leadership Institute

The Access to Justice Institute, Dean’s Office, and Student Bar Association invite you to apply for the Racial Justice Leadership Institute (RJLI).  

RJLI is a professional development opportunity that is being offered to SU law students in line with our commitment to the University mission.  RJLI is designed to foster leadership skills for working in all areas of the profession in ways that resist systems of privilege and oppression.  Participants can expect to gain:

• Common tools and language for addressing discomfort, tension, confusion, and other dynamics that emerge in classrooms and workplaces
• Strategies for identifying, naming, and responding to difficult situations related to identity, privilege, and oppression
• Deeper connections with peers, including a sense of solidarity and trust with other RJLI participants
• Shared analysis about the structural and interpersonal operations of racial privilege and oppression
• Skills for cultivating personal wellness as a strategy for personal and professional sustainability

This program is comprised of one day-long session and two follow-up evening sessions this spring semester.  The sessions will take place on the Seattle University campus.  The RJLI session dates are:

Session 1 – Saturday, February 6th (9 am to 5 pm)

Session 2 – Thursday, March 3rd (6 pm to 9 pm)

Session 3 – Thursday, April 7th (6 pm to 9 pm)

The application process is open now and will be closed at midnight on Wednesday, January 23rd.  To apply, please complete an application here.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

If you have any questions, please email Liz Guinn.

Save the Date: Joint JAG Info Session

The Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Navy will all be here for a joint JAG information session on February 2 at noon. Details will be forthcoming, but please save the date. Questions and RSVPs can be directed to Erin Fullner.

Grads at the Garage

Reception with Dr. C.T. Vivian at Seattle University School of Law

Please join us for a special reception with Dr. C.T. Vivian - legendary civil rights advisor and Civil Rights Movement strategist, social justice advocate, former member of Dr. Martin Luther King’s executive staff, keynote speaker for the King County Bar Association's 2016 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Luncheon, and founder of the C.T. Vivian Leadership Institute.

This reception will take place Thursday, January 14, 2016 from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. in Seattle University School of Law's 2nd floor gallery.

Light refreshments will be served. RSVPs are appreciated. 

We thank the KCBA for their partnership with the School of Law for this event.

Questions about this event can be directed to Leann Wagele. 

Attorney General Bob Ferguson Visits SU

Thursday, January 21 
3-4pm in the Courtroom

Washington State Attorney General Robert Ferguson will be on campus Thursday, January 21, 2016 at 4 pm in the Courtroom to discuss the Office of the Attorney General (AGO) and the work it does to protect consumers from fraud, investigate and prosecute crime, protect the environment, and support veterans. AGO has attorneys and staff in 27 divisions across the state providing legal services to more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges, and universities, as well as the Governor and Legislature. Mr. Ferguson will also discuss summer and post-graduate employment opportunities. Don’t miss this fabulous opportunity to connect with the Attorney General in person and to learn how you can join the AGO!

Washington State Attorney General’s Office OPEN HOUSE

Tuesday, January 12, 2016 from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

in the AGO’s downtown Seattle office at

800 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2000

(Bank of America, Fifth Avenue Plaza Bldg.)

The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) serves more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor. The mission of the Office is to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to officials, agencies and citizens of the state of Washington. The Office is comprised of over 500 attorneys and 600 professional staff.

Assistant Attorneys General from many of the AGO’s divisions will be in attendance to speak about opportunities that exist within their divisions and the AGO. Information about the Office’s volunteer law clerk recruitment program for first and second year law students will also be available.

Happy Holidays!

CPD, along with the rest of the law school, will be closed until January 4, 2016. We look forward to seeing you in the new year.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Peggy Browning Fund Fellowships

2016 Summer Fellowships

Funded positions in labor-related organizations

throughout the United States

Application deadline: January 15, 2016

Please view the application requirements and visit www.peggybrowningfund.org for additional information

Marine Corps Judge Advocate Info Session

This information session at UW Law is open to SU Law students. If you have questions about the event or are unable to attend and would like to learn more about opportunities with the USMC, please contact Capt. Justin Carrasco. 

FENWICK & WEST WANTS TO MEET 1LS!

Wednesday, January 27, 2016
4:30 to 6:00 p.m.

Fenwick & West LLP
1181 2nd Avenue, Floor 10
Seattle, WA  98101

Fenwick & West looks forward to meeting first year law students seeking an exciting career in the corporate or litigation practices. A representative from Fenwick's San Francisco and Mountain View offices will be joining this evening of networking. Join them for drinks, appetizers and an interactive discussion about your career and their practice.
RSVP via Symplicity or through email to Junsen Ohno at ohnoj@seattleu.edu by noon on Friday, January 22. 

1L DIVERSITY FELLOWSHIP RECEPTION AT DAVIS WRIGHT TREMAINE

Wednesday, January 6, 2016
5:30-7:00 p.m.
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
1201 Third Avenue, Suite 2200
Seattle, Washington 98101


Seattle Area Legal Recruiting Administrators (SALRA) is proud to present a Seattle-wide reception geared toward all diverse law students, especially those visiting from out-of-town law schools. We are honored to have Davis Wright Tremaine hosting this year's reception! You are invited to Davis Wright Tremaine's office to enjoy refreshments and hors d'oeuvres and to meet with representatives from the following firms:
Cooley LLP, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, Foster Pepper, Hillis Clark Martin & Peterson, K & L Gates, Lane Powell, Miller Nash Graham & Dunn, Perkins Coie LLP, Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt and Stoel Rives.
For more information about SALRA, please visit the website at http://salra-seattle.org/. Please RSVP via Symplicity, email Junsen Ohno at ohnoj@seattleu.edu by noon, Monday, January 4.

SU Department of Public Safety Shuttle Service

Need a ride to the airport for winter break? The Department of Public Safety may be able to help. Sign up for FREE shuttle service by Tuesday, December 1.

Airport shuttle reservations must be made in person at the Public Safety Office located in the University Services Building (across from the bookstore). You must bring your student ID card and know your SU ID number as well as your flight departure time. 

Shuttle dates and times are:

TUES, DEC 8, 2015
Available times: 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 2PM, 4PM, 6PM, 8PM

WED, DEC 9, 2015
Available times: 5AM, 6AM, 7AM, 8AM, 9AM, 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 2PM, 4PM, 6PM, 8PM

THUR, DEC 10, 2015
Available times: 5AM, 6AM, 7AM, 8AM, 9AM, 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 2PM, 4PM, 6PM, 8PM  

FRI, DEC 11, 2015
Available times: 5AM, 6AM, 7AM, 8AM, 9AM, 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 2PM, 4PM, 6PM, 8PM  

SAT, DEC 12, 2015
Available times: 5AM, 6AM, 7AM, 8AM, 9AM, 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 2PM, 4PM, 6PM, 8PM    

If you have questions, contact the Public Safety Office at (206) 296-5992, or by email at airport_shuttle@seattleu.edu.

KCBA Young Lawyers Division December CLE and Happy Hour

Join the YLD for a free CLE on December 17, from 4:00 to 5:00 pm at the KCBA office. The topic will be “Public Speaking for Attorneys: Credible Verbal and Nonverbal Communication in the Courtroom” presented by Alexis Knutson of Tsongas Litigation Consulting. The CLE will also be webcast.

Following the CLE, there will be a free happy hour at Trace sponsored by Tsongas. For more information and to RSVP, click here.

KCBA's Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Luncheon

The 2016 Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Luncheon will take place Friday, January 15, from Noon to 1:15 pm  at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel.

This year's luncheon will feature Dr. C.T. Vivian, legendary civil rights advisor and founder of the C.T. Vivian Leadership Institute.

General admission tickets are $50, student and law clerk tickets are $25. For general admission, please register online. For student and law clerk registration, call (206) 267-7008.

ATTN Alumni - CPD is Hiring!

SU School of Law’s Center for Professional Development is hiring an associate director, please review the job posting for details on how to join our dynamic team!

Free Airport Shuttle Service for SU Students

Need a ride to the airport for the Thanksgiving Break?

SU's Department of Public Safety may be able to help you, sign up for FREE shuttle service!

 Make Airport Shuttle Reservations

Friday, Nov 13^th @ 9AM – Wednesday, Nov 18th

Shuttle Dates:

TUES, Nov 24, 2015

Available times: 5AM, 6AM, 7AM, 8AM, 9AM, 10AM, 11AM 12PM, 2PM, 4PM, 6PM, 8PM

Wed, Nov 25, 2015

Available times: 5AM, 6AM, 7AM, 8AM, 9AM, 10AM, 11AM, 12PM

 

RSVP in person at the Public Safety Office during business hours (Mon – Fri: 8:30am to 4:30pm) located in the University Services Building - across from the bookstore. You must bring your student ID card and know your SU ID number as well as your flight departure time.

If you have any questions, contact the Transportation Office at (206) 296-5992, or by email at airport_shuttle@seattleu.edu.

Finding and Funding Your Summer Job

Monday, November 16
Noon - 12:50 p.m., or 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. 
Sullivan Hall, Room C5
Pizza Provided

Wondering how to go about finding and choosing a job, internship, externship, or for-credit experience for the coming summer? Worried about how to pay the rent? Join the Academic Resource Center, Access to Justice Institute, Center for Professional Development, Externship Program, AND Student Financial Services for this Social Justice Monday that will help you not only find a summer position but also understand your options for funding your experience. Topics include job search resources, an overview applying for a variety of programs (including externships, work-study, PILF Summer Grants and more), and where to go to find the help you need to have a successful and rewarding summer legal experience.

WASHINGTON STATE ASSOCIATION FOR JUSTICE SPEED NETWORKING EVENT

Thursday, October 29

5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
2nd Floor Gallery

The Washington State Association for Justice works with top law firms, attorneys, legal professionals and counsumer groups to protect the right sof consumers, citizens, patients and workers. Do not miss this networking event with members of the oldest and largest civil justice advocacy organization in the Pacific Northwest. Space is limited. RSVP in Symplicity or to Junsen Ohno at ohnoj@seattleu.edu.

Graduate Student Council (GSC) Academic and At-Large Representatives for 2015-16

The Seattle University Graduate Student Council (GSC) is looking for two academic representatives from the School of Law and at-large representatives (at-large positions have included: parent-student, international, veterans, access & ability, doctoral, and multicultural representatives) for the 2015-16 school year.  This is a great opportunity to network with other graduate students and get connected into the larger picture of what is happening at Seattle U.
 GSC's mission is to improve the graduate student experience at Seattle U by communicating the needs and ideas of the graduate student body to the University. The GSC advocates for services that better meet the needs of students in all seven colleges of the university.

Academic and at-large representatives serve as a direct connection between their academic school/college (academic representatives) or a specific graduate student population (at-large representatives) and the GSC, accurately conveying the needs of the student population. Representatives are expected to cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with their school/college Dean’s office, faculty, and graduate student organizations. They will attend monthly GSC “All-Council” meetings and GSC events; attend retreats, in-service workshops, and council development activities; serve as liaison between the GSC and a specific graduate student population; serve and actively participate on GSC Committees, as needed; and represent the council to student, University administration, faculty, and other constituencies. These positions require a time commitment of approximately 5 hours per month and periodic availability during business hours. 

If interested, email the GSC president at GSCChair@Seattleu.edu. Also, find out how you can involved at the October GSC meeting, Tuesday, October 20th, 4:30 - 6:00 pm, Pigott 103 (free pizza!).

Air Force JAG National Security Writing Competition

This year's Air Force JAG National Security Writing Competition topic is Public-Private Partnerships & Technology in the Air Force. The competition is open to graduates of ABA-accredited U.S. law schools. Original, previously unpublished papers are eligible for submission (papers prepared for law school credit are eligible provided they are original work). Jointly authored papers are not eligible.

The submission deadline is April 15, 2016. For information about this competition, please contact CPD.

New Lawyers: Improve Your Trial Performance, Save the Date for TAP 2015

Improve your performance in the fundamental stages of trial and train and practice with support from judges and litigation experts when the results don't count!

The annual WSBA Trial Advocacy Program offers a two-day trial-skills training from seasoned trial lawyers followed two weeks later by a one-day mock trial. This seminar is designed for attorneys working in the criminal or civil arena with little to no trial experience but a strong desire to become effective trial lawyers. Past participants commented that the seminar was "completely engaging and thought-provoking" and "entertaining, real-world skill development that every new lawyer should attend." 

Topics in the seminar include:

• Trial Ethics
• Trial Notebook and Organization
• Objections and Motions in Limine
• Voir Dire 
• Opening and Closing Statements
• Direct and Cross Examinations

Save the Date for TAP 2015
October 23-24, 2015 (Two-day seminar in Seattle and via webcast)
November 7, 2015 (TAP Mock Trial in Seattle)
November 14, 2015 (TAP Mock Trial in Spokane)

Unable to attend the seminar? Participate as a Volunteer Juror! 

KCBA and WSBA Alternative Dispute Resolution Sections Special Event

The KCBA Alternative Dispute Resolution Section presents a special event, co-sponsored by the WSBA ADR Section:
 

Escalating Cost of Civil Litigation Task Force:  

Recommendations Regarding Alternative Dispute Resolution

In April 2011 the Washington State Bar Association Board of Governors chartered a Task Force on the Escalating Costs of Civil Litigation to:  1) Assess the current cost of civil litigation in Washington State Courts and make recommendations on controlling those costs; and 2) survey neighboring and similarly situated states to compare the cost of litigation in Washington. 

In celebration of ABA Mediation Week (Oct. 11-17), join us for a panel discussion with members of the ECCL Task Force to learn about their upcoming report and the recommendations regarding the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution to reduce the escalating cost of litigation.

•         Motivation behind the task force
•         How the task force came up with its recommendations
•         If adopted, how the recommendations will be implemented

Panelists:

Russ Aoki - Chair, ECCL Task Force
Breean Beggs - ECCL Task Force
Isham Reavis - ECCL Task Force
Alan Alhadeff - ADR Subcommittee, ECCL Task Force
Moderator: Sasha S. Philip, Philip Mediation

October 15, 2015
5:00-6:30 pm, Presentation
6:30-7:00 pm, Reception

King County Bar Association, Conference Room 1, 1200 Fifth Avenue, Suite 700, Seattle

1.50 General CLE Credits

Please RSVP to:  membership@kcba.org 

1L Resume Workshops Begin October 15

A successful job search begins with a strong resume, so be sure to sign up in TWEN for a 1L resume workshop. Legal resumes are different from other resumes, so even if you love your current version, it's time to revamp it.

Each workshop will be led by a CPD counselor and will consist of a small group of students. Time slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.  If none of the available times fit with your schedule, please email Junsen Ohno so we can find an alternative.

You can register on TWEN beginning Tuesday, October 13 at 9:00 am. If you're already registered for TWEN, you should immediately be directed to the workshop sign-up page.  If you'e not immediately directed to the sign-up page, select “Add a Course” and find “1L Resume/Cover Letter Workshop” among the list of courses available for Fall 2015. CPD has emailed all 1Ls with sign-up information and a materials packet. Use the materials provided in the packet to complete your first resume draft and bring it, along with your laptop or tablet, to the workshop.

This  workshop is your first opportunity to work directly with CPD and is required before you'll be able to schedule a one-on-one with CPD staff; we can't wait to meet all of you and begin helping you uncover your career path!

DELOITTE DEADLINE EXTENDED: Submit Applications by 5:00 pm this Friday

Deadline extended to 5:00 pm, Friday, October 9
Deloitte, is seeking to hire a 3L/4L student for a post-graduate position. Please follow the strict application guidelines found in Symplicity.

For complete details, log in to your Symplicity account and click on the OCI tab. Select "OCI Deloitte" from the drop-down menu. 

If you have questions about applying to Deloitte, please contact Junsen Ohno.

NEXT WEEK: Alternative Careers Panel

Tuesday, October 13

Noon in Room C5

Please join CPD, the Business & Entrepreneurship Law Association (BELA), and the JD/MBA Student Association for an Alternative Career Panel. Come learn about career paths in a variety of fields including human resources, compliance, consulting, and accounting. There are many beyond-traditional opportunities available in this changing employment market. What will YOU choose to do with your law degree? Please RSVP in Symplicity, or e-mail Junsen Ohno.

Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Networking Event

Tuesday, November 3
5:30 p.m. on the 2nd Floor Gallery of the Law School

Join CPD and the Washington Defense Trial Lawyers (WDTL), a statewide association of more than 750 civil defense attorneys, for a networking event offering the chance to get to know many practicing attorneys. An exclusive interest in civil defense is not required; participating attorneys have diverse legal backgrounds and experience. Space is limited. Please RSVP through Symplicity or email Junsen Ohno.

Learn About Careers in Indian and Tribal Law

Wednesday, November 18
Noon in Room 110 (pizza will be provided)

Indian and Tribal Law is a growing area of practice in the Northwest. Join CPD, the Office of Admissions, and the Center for Indian Law & Policy for a lunchtime panel and networking event. You will hear from practitioners who work for local tribes and law firms, including Bree Black Horse (Class of 2013), Galanda Broadman; Joshua Osborne-Klein (2005), Ziontz Chestnut; Holly Sprague (2014), Muckleshoot Indian Tribe; and Sarah Lawson, Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt. RSVP on Symplicity by clicking on the event name on the Event tab, or email Junsen Ohno.

Join the WSBA New Lawyers List Serve

New Lawyers: Join the WSBA New Lawyers List Serve! Your quick and easy connection to a network of fellow new and young lawyers. Ask questions, seek referrals, and learn about upcoming events. To join, email newlawyers@wsba.org. 

2016 Emil Gumpert Applications Are Due October 15

The American College of Trial Lawyers is seeking applications for its 2016 Emil Gumpert Award, an annual honor with a $100,000 prize which is awarded to an outstanding program that is designed to improve the administration of justice.  The award is named in honor of the founder of the College, Emil Gumpert. The deadline to submit an application is Thursday, Oct. 15, 2015. To submit an application, click through to the form here.

Alumni in Eastern WA, Please Save the Date for WSBA's Open Sections Night

The popular Open Sections Night in Spokane will be held on Oct. 22 (5-7 p.m.) at the Spokane Club. This is a great opportunity to meet experienced practitioners, learn about WSBA’s 28 practice sections and meet other new lawyers. RSVP to attend.

Tech Talk

University of Washington's Tech Talks are open to SU students. Please email Emily McReynolds if you have questions.

Washington Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel Law Student Ambassador Program

The Washington Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC Washington) is pleased to announce the launch of its Ambassador Program for Washington state law students!

ACC Washington Ambassadors that are selected to participate will volunteer at ACC Washington's various events during the year, providing the students with a unique networking and educational opportunity.  With access to ACC Washington's in-house counsel membership and its law firm sponsors, students are able to build relationships and attend seminars on current legal issues.
Current law students interested in applying to the Program should click on the link below and return the completed form via email to washington@accchapters.com.  Participants selected for the Program will be contacted via the information provided on the form. 

For additional questions about the ACC Washington Ambassador Program, please contact washington@accchapters.com.  To apply, click here: Ambassador Application.

Veterans Career and Education Readiness Fair

To attend, RSVP by phone: 206‐220‐6171 or email: SeattleFEB@gsa.gov.