Get the Scoop on On-Campus Interviewing

B4 OCI: Get the Real Story The fall interviewing season for second-year law students can be daunting. Perkins Coie wants to help you make sense of it all. Please join the firm for a panel and reception at one of six participating offices to get real information about on-campus and callback interviews and the chance to hear from members of Perkins Coie's recruiting team about what matters most during the interviewing season.

This event is for law students participating in the on-campus interview process in the late summer or early fall of 2018. The discussion will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by a reception with members of the firm's hiring and diversity committees and other attorneys.

Seattle, WA Monday, June 18, 20181201 Third Avenue Suite 4900 Seattle, WA 98101   San Francisco, CA Tuesday, June 26, 2018 505 Howard Street Suite 1000 San Francisco, CA 94105

Chicago, IL Wednesday, June 20, 2018 131 S. Dearborn Street 16th Floor Chicago, IL 60603   Phoenix, AZ Wednesday, June 27, 2018 2901 N. Central Avenue 20th Floor Phoenix, AZ 85012

Washington, D.C. Thursday, June 21, 2018 700 13th Street NW Suite 600 Washington, D.C. 20005   Los Angeles, CA Thursday, June 28, 2018 Westside Tavern 10850 West Pico Boulevard 90064 Los Angeles

Questions? Please contact Lisa Kelly via email.

K&L Gates Home for the Summer Event

Join the Seattle Office of K&L Gates on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 for an event to showcase the law firm and its summer associate program.

The event will feature a panel with speakers from the firm's major practice areas, as well as a few current summer associates. Following the panel there will be a reception with refreshments provided. This event will allow students the opportunity to talk to the panelists, summer associates, and other associates and partners. Please email an RSVP to Monica Romero to attend.

Details:
July 18, 2018
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
925 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98104
Floor 29, Conference Room 1

REMINDER: Construction Law Happy Hour

Summer is the perfect time to network!

Don't forgot to RSVP in Symplicity (under the events tab) for the June 8 construction law happy hour. Learn about this vibrant practice area while building connections in the legal community.

Construction Law Happy Hour
June 8, 2018
Beginning at 4:30 p.m.
WSBA Office
1325 Fourth Ave., Ste. 600
Seattle

This event is hosted by the WSBA, McMillen Jacobs Associates, and Ahlers Cressman & Sleight.

South Asian Bar Association of Washington (SABAW) Scholarship and Grant Funding

SABAW Student Stipend

$1,000 awarded to a current law student based on a totality of factors, including: contribution to the South Asian community in Washington, need, academic excellence, and community involvement. All applications will require a resume, essay of no more than 300 words to show suitability to criteria, and any other materials the applicant deems relevant. Applications should be sent to M. Abbas Rizvi by June 30, 2018.

SABAW Public Interest Law Student Scholarship

A $4,000 scholarship will be awarded to a law student working on a discrete public interest law project or doing a summer/fall 2018 public interest law internship. Applicants must show either that they have contributed to the South Asian community, or that the project is connected to South Asia or the South Asian community. All applications will require a resume, essay of no more than 500 words to show suitability to criteria, and any other materials the applicant deems relevant. Applications/questions should be sent to scholarships@sabaw.org by June 30, 2018.

Minority Legal Fellowship Grant, sponsored by SABAW

The South Asian Bar Association of Washington has put forth a $4,000 grant to a law firm (“firm”) or non-profit organization (“organization”) interested in promoting and encouraging diversity in the legal profession. SABAW’s goal through this fellowship is to encourage firms and organizations to recruit, retain and advance minority attorneys who will contribute to the diversity of the firm or organization and the legal profession.

If the firm or organization fits the below criteria and is interested in participating in the Minority Legal Fellowship sponsored by SABAW, please answer the four below questions by email to mlf@sabaw.org by August 31, 2018.  SABAW will announce the recipient of the grant by September 7, 2018.

Fellowship Requirements:

• Fellowship awardee can be a law student, recent law graduate, or individual currently seeking employment or other forms of legal experience. 
• A representative from the firm or organization and the fellowship awardee must be willing to attend and be recognized at the South Asian Bar Association Annual Banquet scheduled for September 22, 2017. 
• The firm or organization and the Minority Legal Fellowship awardee will be profiled in the SABAW monthly newsletter and highlighted on its website.

Firm/Organization Criteria:

• The firm must have no more than five full time lawyers on staff.  This criterion does not apply to organizations.

 Questions:

1. How do you believe your firm's or organization's participation in the Minority Legal Fellowship program will benefit your work culture and the greater legal community?
2. In the Greater Seattle legal community, what do you believe to be the greatest hurdle for minorities entering the legal job market?
3. What specific characteristics would you look for in a prospective applicant to the Minority Legal Fellowship?
4. Please provide us with a copy of a job description or student fellowship application, including lists of types of projects and responsibilities, and duration of the job/student fellowship.
5. Please provide the name, resume and contact information of the awardee candidate in your application package.  If selected, the firm or organization and individual awardee will be featured on our website and in our newsletter.  For questions and more information, please contact SABAW at mlf@sabaw.org.

Informational Interviewing

Summer can be the perfect time for students to focus on informational interviewing. Sitting down for coffee (or tea or Perrier) with attorneys is a great way to build relationships within the profession and learn about potential areas of interest. To identify contacts and put an info interviewing plan in place, visit CPD - we're here all summer to help. And review these articles on the basics of informational interviewing and how to get the most out of the experience.

Evolution of the Supreme Court Lecture at K&L Gates

Seattle University Memorial Day Week Events

Bridging the Gap

The KCBA Young Lawyers Division presents: Bridging the Gap

Thursday, May 17

Foster Pepper, 1111 3rd Ave, 30th Floor, Seattle

CLE Credits Pending

Whether you’re fresh out of law school, joining the bar after practicing in another state, or just looking for a refresher, Bridging the Gap is a great way to brush up on local rules, network, and get familiar with some of the judges and clerks you’ll encounter during your practice.

This CLE will be webcast. Full and half-day options available.

Register online here.

AGENDA

8:00-8:30am: Registration and Light Breakfast

8:30-9:30 am: Judges Panel with Commissioner Monica Cary, Pro Tem Family Law Commissioner; Hon. Brian Tsuchida, US Magistrate, Western District of Washington; and Hon. David Keenan, King County Superior Court

9:30-10:30 am: Clerks Panel with Barbara Miner, Clerk, King County Superior Court; Lori Landis, Chief Deputy Clerk, Federal Court; Othniel Palomino, Chief Administrative Officer, King County District Court; and Gina Zadra Walton, Chief Deputy Clerk, Bankruptcy Court                     

10:30-10:45 am: Break

10:45-11:45 am: Employment Law with Jamal Whitehead and Lindsay Halm, both of Shroeter Goldmark Bender

11:45-12:15 pm: Lunch Provided

12:15-1:15 pm: Pro Bono Opportunities Panel with Tim Warden-Hertz, Northwest Immigrant Rights Project; Jennifer Smith and John Zulauf, Seattle Clemency Project; Brenda Tausch Lapora, Wayfind; and Jake Phillips and Paige Hardy, KCBA Pro Bono Services

1:15-2:15 pm: Basics of Litigation with Peter Talevich

2:15-3:15 pm: Intro to Mandatory Arbitration with Sasha Philip, Philip Mediation

3:15-3:30 pm: Break

3:30-4:30 pm: To Be Announced 

3:30-4:30 pm: Complimentary Happy Hour at The Lodge Sports Grille

PRICING

Full Day (KCBA Member): $75.00

Full Day (Non-KCBA Member): $95.00

Half Day (KCBA Member): $40.00

Half Day (Non-KCBA Member): $50.00

New Admittee Special Offer: 50% off your selection (Call 206-267-7057 or email annar@kcba.org to apply this discount)

**Scholarships Available!! Call Member Services at 206-267-7057 or email annar@kcba.org to see if you qualify.**

Young Lawyers Division New Member Mixer

Join the King County Bar Association's Young Lawyers Division for a New Member Mixer.

Date and Time: Thursday, May 3 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm

Location: King County Bar Association Office, 1200 5th Avenue #700, Seattle

Register Here 

This event is free and open to members and non-members alike. Learn more about KCBA, network, and enjoy delicious snacks!

Unbundling: Reimagining the Attorney-Client Relationship

Join the Low Bono Section for its 2nd Annual Low Bono Conference, Unbundling: Reimagining the Attorney-Client Relationship. 

Date and Time: Friday, June 8, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm + a post-CLE social from 5:00 – 7:00 pm)

Location: Seattle University School of Law

Register Here

At this full-day conference, low bono practitioners will discuss fee structures for various practice areas, utilizing unbundled legal services to assist your clients, making technology work for your practice, and more.

Regardless of your practice area or firm-size, this CLE will have something for you. Law students who are considering hanging their own shingle are especially welcome to attend (at a reduced rate!).

Questions? Contact: Dayna Ducey

Legal Research Tune-Up

Get ready for your summer employment and other research endeavors.

The Seattle University Law Library is pleased to partner with a law firm librarian from Lane Powell to offer a legal research tune-up workshop to help students sharpen their research skills. The workshop will cover a variety of topics including state and federal legislative history, regulations, and practice materials. Students will have hands-on practice working through research scenarios.

Date and Time: Thursday, May 17 from 9:30 – 11:30 am (RSVP by May 15)
Location: Room C1 (Be sure to bring your laptop)

Questions? Contact: LeighAnneThompson 

Construction Law Happy Hour

Learn About Careers in Indian and Tribal Law

Thursday, April 19

Noon in Room C5
Lunch will be provided

Indian and tribal law is a growing area of practice in the Northwest. Join CPD and the Center for Indian Law & Policy for a lunchtime panel. You will hear from Lisa Koop Gunn '05, Kent Rasmussen '04, Joshua Osborne-Klein '05 and Diana Bob, experienced practitioners who work for local tribes, law firms, and the federal government. RSVP in Symplicity.

“Tips from the Interviewer’s Chair,” A Pre-Fall OCI Employer Panel

Wednesday, April 11
Noon-12:50, Room 109

Want the inside scoop on Fall On-Campus Interviewing (OCI), and tips on securing a great position for Summer 2019? Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from attorneys who have participated in hiring at Hillis Clark Martin & Peterson, Perkins Coie, and the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Learn what to do—and what not to do—to make a good impression and stand out from the crowd during the interview process. Fall OCI applications are due in July, and interviews will take place on campus the weeks of August 6, 13 & 20. 

Panelists are:
-Gena Bomotti, Partner, Fox Rothschild
-Jake Ewart, Partner, Hillis, Clark, Martin and Peterson
-Katie Page, Partner, Perkins Coie
-Mafé Rajul, Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
To attend, register on the Events tab in Symplicity.

Washington State Minority and Justice Commission Annual Symposium

The Washington State Minority and Justice Commission is proud to announce that it will host its annual symposium on June 6, 2018, at Seattle University School of Law. 

This year’s symposium, Legal Financial Obligations (LFOs): Beyond Defining the Problem; Advancing Solutions, will be held in conjunction with Exploring Policy Implementation and Alternatives, a conference organized by the University of Washington Department of Sociology that will take place immediately after the symposium at Seattle University School of Law.  

RSVP HERE by May 31.

These events are FREE and open to the public. More details about the symposium will be posted on the Commission’s website closer to the symposium date.

Experience Exchange

The Washington State Bar Association is Hosting its Experience Exchange Event on May 31, 2018 This event is designed to match new and young lawyers and 3Ls with seasoned lawyers in the profession for facilitated interaction and meaningful engagement. Mentees from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. This Experience Exchange creates an intimate setting over breakfast for mentees to connect with and learn from bar and bench leaders they might not otherwise have access to in the early days of their career. Would you like to be a mentee? Register Here by April 30, 2018. Would you like to be a mentor? Register Here by April 30, 2018. Sponsored by K&L Gates

Center for Women in Democracy's 2018 Leadership Institute

The Center for Women in Democracy (CWD) is recruiting applicants for its 2018 Leadership Institute. CWD seeks 25 outstanding young women to spend five days at Seattle University learning skills that will feed their personal and professional development. Submit an application by April 20th!  The 2018 CWD Leadership Institute will be held June 26-30 on campus at Seattle University. Attendees will be introduced to leading Seattle professionals for local non-profits, corporations, and government. They will have a chance to practice and refine their public speaking skills, wage negotiation strategies, and job search ability.  The application can be completed by following this link.

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 2018 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 2018 Warren E. Burger Prize is July 1, 2018. More information is available on the American Inns of Court website.

Stokes Lawrence 1L Diversity Scholarship

Stokes Lawrence is pleased to offer three $1,500 tuition scholarships to first year students from diverse backgrounds; one at each of the three law schools in the State of Washington.  The goal is to promote opportunities within the profession and to encourage a dialogue around the issue of diversity in the work place.

Criteria:  The Diversity Scholarships are open to all first-year law students of diverse backgrounds who demonstrate promise for a successful career in law and are committed to community involvement.

Application:  Applicants will submit a current resume and personal essay of no more than 1000 words with the following content: description of their thoughts on diversity and/or how diversity has played a role so far in their lives; description of their community involvement.

Materials must be submitted to Dean Donna Deming no later than April 13, 2018.  Please direct questions to diversity@stokeslaw.com. 

Scholarship recipients will be announced by April 27, 2018.

KCBA Young Lawyers Division Volunteer Opportunity

Volunteer at Northwest Harvest with the Young Lawyers Division of the King County Bar Association on Saturday, May 26 at the Northwest Harvest Kent Warehouse

Lend a hand in the fight against hunger by joining the KCBA Young Lawyers Division’s group of volunteers from 12-2pm on Saturday, May 26. This is a great opportunity to build relationships with attorneys and help the community at the same time!

KCBA will help coordinate carpools for this event.  Email Anna Robson, King County Bar Association Member Services Assistant, to learn more and sign up.

Volunteer Duties:  At the warehouse, volunteers help by repacking bulk food into family-sized portions, as well as sorting food drive donations.  This food is distributed throughout NW Harvest's network of more than 375 food banks, meal programs, and high need schools.  Volunteers should be prepared to wear a hair net and gloves during their shift.

When Not To Come:  To protect the safety and wholesomeness of the food please do not volunteer if you are sick.

Personal Items:  Please do not bring items of value with you.  Though there are lockers available, there may not be enough to accommodate every volunteer.  Northwest Harvest cannot be responsible for lost or stolen items.

Northwest Harvest's Dress Code:

• JEWELRY: Please leave jewelry, including watches and Fitbits, at home.  Jewelry may not be worn while packing food (rings and medical jewelry are okay).
• SHOES: Closed-toe shoes are required (no sandals or flip flops of any kind permitted—including sandals with socks).  Volunteers without closed-toe shoes will not be able to participate.
• CLOTHING: Sleeves must completely cover underarms.  Tank tops, sleeveless shirts, and even cap sleeves are not permitted in the food packing rooms (short sleeves are fine as long as underarms are completely covered).

Shift Time:

• Orientation will begin promptly at the start of each shift and is required for all volunteers. 
• It is important that all volunteers start and finish together. The work is done assembly-line style and all volunteers work as a team. 

Apply for Student Membership in Inn of Court

Current 2Ls are encouraged to apply for 2018-2019 membership in the William L. Dwyer Inn of Court.

Inn of Court is an educational and mentoring organization open 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 and defenders, and other lawyers with varying levels of practice experience.

The Dwyer 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 (student members must be available to participate for the entire nine-month period). Students are each assigned to one of seven sub-groups, called pupilages, where they work with the judges and lawyers in those groups to develop and help lead the monthly CLEs – each pupilage presents one CLE for the year.

Applications require a resume and letter of interest detailing why you would like to join the Inn. There are seven spots available for Seattle University law students who will be 3Ls during the 2018-2019 academic year (part-time students are invited to participate in either their 3L or 4L year) and applications will be reviewed by Deborah Ahrens, William C. Oltman Professor of Teaching Excellence, and Erin Fullner, Senior Associate Director of the Center for Professional Development. 

Selection criteria include a demonstrated interest in litigation or dispute resolution, participation in activities supporting that interest, and a compelling cover letter. Student membership dues for 2018-2019 will be $100 and will cover the cost of the nine meals.

Applications for the William L. Dwyer Inn of Court are due Monday, April 16 by 5:00 p.m. Application materials should be addressed to Prof. Ahrens and Ms. Fullner but should either be emailed to Jessica Fuqua or delivered in person to the Dean’s Offices in Sullivan Hall on the 2nd Floor.

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

Scholarships

Outlaws Civil Rights Scholarship - Applications due by April 6, 2018

The Outlaws Civil Rights Scholarship provides support for a student actively committed to and engaged in public interest law that benefits the lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) community.

Eligible candidates include Seattle University School of Law incoming 1Ls and current 1Ls, 2Ls and part-time 3Ls.

Applicants should submit a resume along with a brief cover letter, explaining their work and future plans/interests.  Ideal candidates should have demonstrated track records and history of working on significant, topical issues that they plan to build on further throughout and after law school, once equipped with a law degree.  Special value will be given to work within diverse communities. 

A scholarship of $2,500 will be awarded as part of the recipient’s financial aid package for the 2018-19 academic year.  A student can receive the award more than once but must reapply each year.

Completed applications should be submitted to Associate Dean Donna Deming. If you are submitting your materials in hard copy, please bring them to the Dean’s Office on the second floor of Sullivan Hall. If you are submitting your materials in a digital format, please email them to dcdeming@seattleu.edu.   The 2018 recipient will be named by the end of the spring semester.


Law Librarianship Scholarship - Applications due by April 6,  2018

The Law Librarianship Scholarship provides annual support for a Seattle University School of Law student who is interested in law librarianship.

Eligible candidates include current Seattle University School of Law 1Ls and 2Ls who already have an MLS degree, or who have expressed interest in pursuing an MLS degree after law school graduation. 

Applicants should submit a short statement (a paragraph; no more than a page), explaining their interest in law librarianship, and commit to 50-100 hours of a paid internship in the Seattle University School of Law library. 

The associate dean of students will make the final selection.  The scholarship, an award of $1,000, will be awarded as part of the recipient’s financial aid package for the 2018-19 academic year.  A student can receive the award more than once but must reapply each year.

Completed applications should be submitted to Associate Dean Donna Deming. If you are submitting your materials in hard copy, please bring them to the Dean’s Office on the second floor of Sullivan Hall. If you are submitting your materials in a digital format, please email them to dcdeming@seattleu.edu.  A recipient will be named by the end of the spring semester.

Women's History Month Program: The #MeToo Movement and Employment Law

Law students and attorneys are invited to attend the First Annual Women’s History Month Program: The #MeToo Movement and Employment Law, presented by Washington Women Lawyers and the Washington State Supreme Court Gender and Justice Commission.

Date: March 13, 2018
Time: 8:25 am - 12:00 pm
Additional Details: 3.25 CLE credits; $159

One Seattle University School of Law student may attend on a complimentary basis; alumna Shanthi Prema Raghu, Washington State Bar Association Education Programs Lead, is happy to coordinate.

Peggy Browning Fund: New Fellowships Available

Two New Funded 2018 Summer Fellowships Available
• Construction and General Laborers’ District Council of Chicago & Vicinity
• SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, Seattle, WA Area

Still Accepting Applications
• National Day Laborer Organizing Network, Los Angeles, CA
• Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Washington, DC (2Ls only)

Students who previously submitted the maximum number of applications are eligible to apply for these new fellowships. Peggy Browning Alumni are also eligible to re-apply.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled, but don't delay – these organizations will likely interview quickly.

Information on how to apply is available at the Peggy Browning Fund fellowships page.

Commercial Real Estate Panel

RSVP to Prof. Dick

American Board of Trial Advocates Presents: Civility Matters

Lawyers from the Washington Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) will present Civility Matters on Wednesday, February 28, from 12:00 to 12:50 p.m., in Room 110.

ABOTA's mission is to foster improvement in the standards of practice in the field of advocacy for the benefit of individual litigants, the general public, and our system of justice.

The Civility Matters presentation will feature firsthand lessons and experiences from ABOTA members on maintaining the values and standards that promote the ethical and civil practice of law, including integrity, honor, and courtesy within the legal profession.

Presenters:

Sim Osborn, a 1984 alum of Seattle U Law, ABOTA member, and partner in the personal injury firm of Osborn Machler

Michael Wampold, President, WA Chapter of ABOTA, partner in the litigation firm of Peterson Wampold Rosato Feldman Luna

Andrew Kinstler, ABOTA member and civil litigation partner with the Helsell Fetterman law firm

Law Review Annual Symposium

SINGULARITY: AI AND THE LAW  

Date: Saturday, February 17th, 2018 

Time: 9:00 - 5:00 pm

Location: Casey Commons, Reception in Casey Atrium

The Seattle University Law Review is pleased to invite you to our annual symposium. This year, the symposium features a series of panels that will explore artificial intelligence and the new challenges it presents for our legal system. 

Welcome Remarks from Dean Annette Clark

Panel #1:  Robotic Speech and the First Amendment

Keynote Speaker:  Ryan Calo, Professor of Law, University of Washington

Panel #2:  Accountability for the Actions of Robots 

Panel #3:  Ethical Consideration in Artificial Intelligence

Lunch will be provided for attendees, and a reception with light refreshments will follow the conclusion of the third panel. 

If you are able, we are asking attendees for a $5 donation at the door. However, a donation is not required for attendance. 

For more information about the Symposium and to register for the event, please visit our Eventbrite page.

Evening Student Networking Dinners

Evening Student Networking Dinners

The Office of Alumni Relations and Office of Student Life are pleased to announce upcoming dates and honored guests for the Evening Law Student Networking Dinner Series

Wednesday, February 7^th

Barbara Serrano ’13

Prosecutor in Seattle City Attorney’s Office

Wednesday, February 21st

Kris Zucconi ’14

Contract Attorney at Law Offices of Stephen M. Hansen

Monday, February 26th

Judge David Keenan ’08

King County Superior Court Judge

Dinners will be held from 5:00 – 5:50 pm in the Dean’s Conference Room

Sign Up Online

Veterans' Law Panel

The Seattle U and UW chapters of Phi Alpha Delta are working together to help organize this event.

All Seattle U Law students are invited to attend. Please contact Emily Yoshiwara if you have questions.

Save the Date: Clerkship Kickoff

Photo by Janko Ferlič on Unsplash

If you plan to apply for post-graduate judicial clerkships this coming season, be sure to attend one of the two kickoff meetings:

• Tuesday, February 27, 2018: 12:00 - 1:00 pm in 328 or
• Tuesday, February 27, 2018: 5:00 - 6:00 pm in C1 

Attending a kickoff meeting is mandatory for clerkship applicants, so please contact Erin Fullner if you have a class or work conflict and need to explore makeup options.

Students who attend one of the kickoffs will have access to the clerkship program handbook and listserv the following week.

FAQs:

• What is a judicial clerkship? A judicial clerkship is a post-graduate position with a judge or justice, typically lasting one or two years. Not to be confused with judicial internships or externships, these positions are for lawyers, though applications are generally submitted while still in school. Clerkships are high-value opportunities that offer excellent preparation for practice. They are available at the state trial and appellate levels, in federal district and appellate courts, and often in other courts as well.
• When should I apply? Most applicants apply as 2Ls. Depending on the court, judges and justices will hire a year or more in advance. The "clerkship season" we are currently at the start of primarily focuses on clerkships with late summer/early fall 2019 start dates, though some federal courts are already advertising for 2020.
• Would I be a strong candidate? There are lots of different types of clerkships, so candidates should not count themselves out on grades alone. That said, some courts will require top grades and will strongly prefer candidates with law review/journal experience. Erin Fullner can help you evaluate which court(s) might be the best fit.
• If I've already begun applying for clerkships, is it too late to join the clerkship program? No! It's never to late to start taking advantage of the law school's clerkship application resources. Reach out today to help put together the strongest application strategy possible.
• Can alumni participate in the clerkship program? Yes. Please reach out to CPD.
• Who should I talk to if I want to decide if a clerkship is right for me? Erin Fullner is happy to talk through important considerations with you, and a number of Seattle U Law faculty have clerked and are excellent resources as well. 

Women's Law Caucus Scholarship

Seattle University’s Women’s Law Caucus is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a SU Law student who exemplifies the leadership qualities of the WLC’s core values. The WLC is dedicated to the support and development of women as active and successful members of the legal community. Through our support network of legal professionals and students, the WLC encourages students to interact with their current and future professional peers for both personal and professional development. The WLC originally created this scholarship to recognize the outstanding professional and personal accomplishments of Kellye Y. Testy, the first woman appointed as dean by the Seattle University School of Law. Dean Testy served as dean from 2004 to 2009.
Eligibility	Applicants must be full or part-time Seattle University School of Law students in good standing. “Good standing” refers to an applicant’s academic and disciplinary (if applicable) record. Applicants must also be a member of the Women’s Law Caucus.
Application Guidelines	The application deadline is Sunday, February 25, 2018 (5:00PM). All application materials must be submitted via email to Dean Deming at dcdeming@seattleu.edu. All committee members will keep application materials and applicant information confidential. A complete application must include: 1. Personal Statement The WLC’s core values are leadership and excellence in the advancement of women in the law. The personal statement should describe how you have demonstrated or plan to demonstrate one or both of these values in your academic career and/or through your work experience, as well as why you believe these values are important. 2. Résumé Your resume should include your contact information: email, mailing address, and phone number. 3. Letter of Recommendation (optional) You may, but are not required to, submit a letter of recommendation from a professor, employer, or advisor.
Selection Process	The scholarship committee shall be composed of five or six members including the Dean of Student Affairs, a law school faculty member, law school alumni, and WLC co-presidents. Committee members will evaluate the application materials to select a scholarship recipient.
Timeline	·         February 25th, 2018: Application deadline (5 p.m.) ·         Week of March 5th, 2018: Scholarship committee meets to select recipient. ·         Week of March 12th, 2018: All applicants will be notified of the committee’s decision via email. ·         March 27th, 2018: The WLC will publicly announce the scholarship recipient at the Woman of the Year celebration.
Fine Print	Per IRS guidelines regarding prizes and awards, the law school will furnish recipients with a 1099-MISC, the IRS form used to report such miscellaneous income.
Contact	Please feel free to contact the WLC Co-Presidents for more information: ·         Taliah Ahdut: ahdutt@seattleu.edu ·         Taylor Severns: severnst@seattleu.edu

Student Bar Association Elections

SBA Spring Elections Information The Student Bar Association invites students to submit a candidacy application for the following elected positions for the 2018 – 2019 academic year: President Evening Student Representative Vice President Faculty Standards Representative Treasurer Public Interest Representative Academic Standards Representative Student Activities Representative Alumni Representative Student Services Representative Diversity Representative Please refer to the SBA Constitution and SBA Bylaws for the specific duties of each position. If you would like to be considered for the elections taking place February 19-23, please submit a candidacy statement (300 words or less on why you would like to take on an SBA position, what makes you a good candidate) and a high-resolution photo of yourself to the Elections Supervisor, Riley Moss by 12 pm on Friday, February 9 If you are interested in running for a SBA Council position, be sure to come to one of the following candidate information sessions. Wednesday,  Feb 7th at 12:00pm in room 109 Thursday, Feb 8th at 5:30pm in room C5 Information sessions will provide details regarding election and campaign rules, and a chance to ask questions about position responsibilities. If you are unable to attend an information session please contact Riley to arrange a separate meeting time.

Justice Charles Z. Smith Award

The Justice Charles Z. Smith Award will be awarded to a Seattle University School of Law student on the basis of demonstrated leadership for justice, equality, and public service.

The three laws schools of Washington State, together with the Washington State Minority and Justice Commission, established an annual award in honor of Justice Charles Z. Smith after his passing.  The purpose of the award is to honor the legacy of Justice Smith, the first person of color to serve as a Justice on the Washington State Supreme Court.  Justice Smith served on the Court from 1988 to 2002.  He was the founding chairperson of the Washington Supreme Court’s Minority and Justice Commission.  Through these roles and many other professional activities, Justice Smith advanced justice, equality, and public service and is widely recognized as one of Washington’s greatest lawyers and jurists.

Please email nominations to Dean Deming with a brief statement about why you think the student should be considered for the award, by no later than Monday, February 5, 2018.  Self-nominations are encouraged.  

Nominated students will be contacted and asked to submit a resume and brief statement.  A Committee composed of a representative from ATJI, Student Life, and the Associate Dean for Students Affairs will review the application and make a recommendation to the Dean.

The award will be presented to the selected student at the law school's Annual Black Law Student Association (BLSA) Alumni Awards Reception, which will take place on February 22, 2018, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  A law student from Gonzaga and one from the UW will also receive the Justice Charles Z. Smith Award at this reception.

WSBA Intellectual Property Scholarship

The Washington State Bar Association Intellectual Property section offers an annual $2500 scholarship to a student who has a demonstrable interest in the practice of  intellectual property law (whether litigation or transactional work) in the areas of patent, copyright, trademark or trade secret protection, arts and entertainment, advertising law, and/or the intellectual property aspects of business.

The successful student will be selected based on their overall academic record, performance in coursework related to intellectual property, and extracurricular activities, particularly those that relate to IP.  Preference will be given to upper level students.

Application Deadline and Announcement of the Scholarship

• Applications for the scholarship are due February 12, 2018
• All applications must include:
• A cover letter explaining their qualifications and merit
• Resume
• Law school transcript

Completed applications should be submitted to Dean Donna Claxton Deming. If you are submitting your materials in hard copy, please bring them to the Dean’s Office on the second floor of Sullivan Hall. If you are submitting your materials in a digital format, please email them to dcdeming@seattleu.edu. 

The scholarship recipient(s) will be presented with the award at the annual WSBA IP section meet and greet event, scheduled to be held on Friday, April 20th at 5:00 pm at the Washington Convention Center.