ABA Litigation Section Judicial Intern Opportunity Program Applications Accepted November 4

The American Bar Association Litigation Section is a place where law students become engaged in the legal profession and where diversity, equity, and inclusion are advanced. One example is through the Section’s Judicial Intern Opportunity Program (JIOP). JIOP is a summer internship program open to all first- and second-year underrepresented law students.

Selected students intern for six weeks or more during the summer with a participating state or federal judge. The program makes available a $2,000 award to each selected student. Students can also elect law school credit.

JIOP will begin accepting Summer 2025 applications for all students on November 4, 2024. The deadline for applying is January 6, 2025. Last year, JIOP offered internships to 171 law students representing 68 different law schools in locations throughout the country. The goal this year is to place 160 students for Summer 2025.

Please review the program description and frequently asked questions. To learn more about the program, please see the website at ambar.org/jiop. Links to the application will be available on November 4. Applications are only accepted electronically through the JIOP website. 

Students are encouraged to apply early. Screening interviews are guaranteed for the first 500 applicants. Other students will be screened on an as-needed basis. Last year’s program had more than 770 applications.

Membership in the ABA and Litigation Section is free for law students. Students can join at ambar.org/ltjoin (or by calling 800-285-2221) for access to the Section’s multimedia resources, professional development opportunities, and content from our 34 practice-specific committees. Learn more at ambar.org/litigation.

Washington State Association for Justice Summer Fellowship

SUMMER 2025 PLAINTIFFS’ PRACTICE FELLOWSHIP for 2Ls

Deadline: 5pm on Friday, October 11 | Apply here

WSAJ hosts a fantastic second-summer fellowship program that allows selected students to observe the work of trial attorneys as part of a summer-long mentoring program.  

Fellows will gain exposure to the work of trial attorneys by shadowing two mentor law firms, each for a six-week period.  Fellows will attend depositions, hearings, settlement proceedings, and possibly even trial with their mentors.  They will also have the opportunity to work on short-duration projects, including a writing assignment. 

Questions about the fellowship? Contact Matt Etter

Virtual Presentation with Judge Karen Moore on Clerking in Superior Court

The Honorable Karen D. Moore ‘91 will join us for a virtual presentation at noon on Tuesday, October 8 to discuss post-grad judicial clerkships in Snohomish County Superior Court. This program is open to all Seattle U Law students and recent grads.

Join the meeting via Zoom

Meeting ID:	924 0586 4196
Join by Phone:	+1 253 215 8782 US

Judge Moore was appointed to the Superior Court by Governor Jay Inslee in 2021. She graduated from the University of Idaho in 1986 with a double major in Finance and Information Systems and then earned a law degree from the University of Puget Sound (now Seattle University) in 1991, where she served in student government, including as Student Bar Association President.

During law school, Judge Moore completed an externship in the 9^th Circuit Court of Appeals and practiced as a Rule 9 intern in the Pierce County Prosecutor’s office. Following graduation, Judge Moore served as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in Idaho Falls before moving back to Everett in 1995. She then worked for the Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney in the Family Support, Appellate, and Criminal Divisions.

In 2001, Judge Moore left the prosecutor’s office for civil practice at Brewe Layman, practicing family, personal injury, and appellate law until her appointment to the bench.

In 2008, Judge Moore was awarded the David Kastle Pro Bono Attorney of the Year award by the Snohomish County Bar Association. She has served the community in many other ways through her volunteer participation on a number of local boards, including the Everett Rowing Association and Everett Family YMCA.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the benefits of clerking in superior court after graduation – one of the best ways for new graduates to learn about state trial court procedure –  and gain insights on how to be a competitive candidate. 

Fall Programming and Resources form Campus Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)

 

Microsoft Agile Mentoring Program at Seattle U Law

 

Microsoft Agile Mentoring Program Wednesday, September 11 | 4:30 – 6:00pm | 2nd Floor Gallery Register Today! The Center for Professional Development (CPD) invites you to attend the 10th Annual Microsoft Agile Mentoring Program Kickoff, which is designed to connect law students with in-house counsel attorneys. Panelists will discuss their various career paths and how they landed at Microsoft. They will also share effective networking tips for a successful job search.     This in-person event is limited to 30 students - you must register by NOON on Monday, September 9, to attend. Registration Instructions 1Ls:  Email Josie Mitchell at mitchejo@seattleu.edu. 2Ls, 3Ls & 4Ls:  Register on the events tab in Symplicity. MODERATOR Jika Gqiba Knight, Senior Corporate Counsel, Security PANELISTS Farah Rashida Ali, Principal Corporate Counsel, M365/Office Products Katie Deweese Bennett, Senior Corporate Counsel, M365/Devices Steven Masada, Senior Corporate Counsel, Law Enforcement & National Security  David Pendle, Assistant General Counsel, Law Enforcement & National Security Questions about the program? Contact Josie Mitchell

DOJ Attorney Recruitment

The U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management, is excited to announce that the Attorney General’s Honors Program (HP) and Summer Law Intern Program (SLIP) application is now open! The application deadline is Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET. Applications must be submitted via the online application.

There are many exciting HP and SLIP opportunities available throughout DOJ, including permanent and time-limited entry-level attorney positions and paid summer legal internships. Detailed information about the HP and SLIP, including offices participating and the number of available positions, can be found at:

• HP:  https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/entry-level-attorneys
• SLIP:  https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/summer-law-intern-program
• Application Tips:  https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/application-tips-and-checklist

Information about all of DOJ’s legal hiring programs, including experienced attorney hiring and volunteer legal internships, can be found at https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers.

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

IRS Office of Chief Counsel Summer Internship and Honors Program

The IRS – Office of Chief Counsel Summer Internships and the Honors Program job announcements are now open and will close September 3rd. They are hosting a virtual recruiting event that will focus on Summers and Honors Programs which will allow candidates to learn about the organization and the application and hiring process.  

This event is open to law students, Tax LLM students, and recent grads.

Please find their announcement below:

Have you ever wondered about working for the IRS, Office of Chief Counsel? Are you interested in tax or cutting edge issues? Do you like Litigation or Transactional Law? Have you considered a career with the federal government? IRS' Office of Chief Counsel might be the place for you! Come join us to learn about our honors and summer internship programs, how to apply, and ask questions about the application process.

We are currently hiring 2Ls, 3Ls, and Tax LLM students. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn about the Office of Chief Counsel and get some of your questions answered.

To view our open positions, click here. To find out more about our legal divisions, click here. 

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn about the Office of Chief Counsel and get some of your questions answered.

When: Wednesday, August 7^th at 12pm Eastern

Who: This event is open to attorneys of any level.

Click to Register: https://irs.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItdu-urTIuH3Sy4OycoXSwk55yVrOwG0M

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Seattle IP American Inn of Court

 

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM 2Ls & 3Ls FOR 2024-2025 STUDENT MEMBERSHIP Deadline:  Thursday, August 15, at Noon The Seattle Intellectual Property (IP) American Inn of Court is an organization dedicated to improving the skills, ethics, and professionalism of the Seattle IP Bar, with law students, lawyers, academics, and judges participating.  Members typically meet once per month during the academic year on Thursday evenings for networking and a continuing legal education (CLE) program focused on education and skills development.  Students are required to attend monthly meetings and participate in presenting CLE programs. The first meeting of the year will be held the evening of September 19. Details about the meeting and the schedule for the year will be provided to students who are selected for membership.  An orientation for student members will be held at the beginning of the first meeting. This is a fantastic opportunity for 2L and 3L students to build professional relationships with IP attorneys and judges.  The Inn has a robust mentoring program that involves “pod” meetings with highly regarded, local attorneys serving as mentors, as well as opportunities for one-to-one mentoring.  Annual dues for students this year will be $50. More information about participating in the program can be found on the Seattle IP Inn of Court website. APPLICATION PROCESS 2Ls and 3Ls may apply for membership by sending an updated 1 page resume and a thoughtful and compelling statement of interest (maximum 250 words) to Josie Mitchell, Associate Director in the Center for Professional Development. Your statement should describe your interest in Intellectual Property and why you wish to join the Seattle IP Inn of Court. This is a competitive process, as there are eight spots available for Seattle University law students during the 2024-25 academic year.  Questions?  Contact Josie Mitchell.

JMMP Summer Happy Hour

 Joint Minority Mentorship Program

Summer Happy Hour Social

Wednesday, July 24^th at 5:30pm – Stoup (Capitol Hill)

The Joint Minority Mentorship Program is hosting a summer happy hour social at Stoup with its newest Minority Bar Association partner organization, Filipino Lawyers of Washington (FLOW). FLOW’s generosity and the generosity of the Foster Garvey law firm will provide appetizers and one drink for the event. 

Students should feel free to use this as an opportunity to meet up with your mentor or mentee and/or to meet other mentor/mentee pairs. If you are interested in JMMP but are not currently paired with a mentee or mentor, you're invited too! There is no formal agenda or speaker, just an opportunity to enjoy the summer weather and meet with other lawyers and law students in the community. 

*There is 2- and 4-hour street parking and pay lots are available nearby and the brewery is 4 blocks from the Capitol Hill Station of the Link Light Rail and 1 block from the Broadway and Pike Station of the First Hill Streetcar Line.

Questions can be directed to Christina Fogg, JMMP Co-Chair