Month: January 2019

National Italian American Bar Association

Dear Sir/Madam:

I write on behalf of the National Italian American Bar Association (NIABA) and as the chairperson of the NIABA Scholarship committee.  We are the national organization for Italian American attorneys and judges in the United States.

Each year, NIABA is proud to offer – from the Anthony & Anne Rosinia Scholarship Fund and  in conjunction with the Order Sons of Italy in America (OSIA) – a $5,000 scholarship to a law student of Italian descent.

I write to request that you notify your law students of the NIABA/OSIA scholarship and to encourage them to apply. Further information about the scholarship is available online and students may apply directly here. The scholarship is awarded each May, but the application is due February 28, 2019, so please be sure to spread the word to your law students as soon as possible!

I thank you very much for taking the time to read this letter and forward the details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at csalamone@zcclawfirm.com or by telephone at 203-786-3700.

Best Regards,

Cristina Salamone
NIABA Scholarship Chair

Independence, OH – Associate Attorney – Immigration – Benos & Larson (3L’s may apply & recent grads)

AkronLawJobs No. 9908 Overview: Seeking a full-time associate attorney. The attorney will handle a variety of immigration cases, including family-based petitions, adjustment of status applications, waivers, asylum applications (both affirmative and defensive), applications for cancellation of removal, naturalization, bond proceedings, protection for juveniles and victims of crime, and many other types of cases. The attorney will be expected to practice before the EOIR immigration courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, the Department of Homeland Security (USCIS, CBP, and ICE) and, from time to time, the federal district and circuit courts.

Qualifications: The attorney should be a member of the Ohio bar OR be expecting admittance following the February 2019 or July 2019 bar exams. Applicants who are currently a student in their 3L year should be available to begin work as a law clerk as soon as possible. Must be passionate about serving the needs of the immigrant community, many of whom come from low-income backgrounds and have faced incredible hardships in their journeys to find status in the United States. Must be committed to being in Cleveland, and understands that the clients have limited resources, and has an entrepreneurial spirit to help expand the firm. Should have experience or familiarity with immigration law – individuals who have taken immigration law courses and/or who have prior experience working for an immigration law firm will be given priority.

Working conditions: We offer a high degree of flexibility, work-life balance, and a rewarding (albeit challenging) area of practice. Applicants must possess strong analytical and legal writing abilities, excellent organizational and case-management skills, strong client communication skills, the confidence to be an effective advocate for their clients, and a commitment to providing affordable legal services to the immigrant community. Applicants with an entrepreneurial spirit and/or an interest in business development are strongly desired.

Foreign Language: Foreign language fluency is not required, but individuals who are fluent in a foreign language (particularly in Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, or Punjabi) may be given priority.

How to Apply: Submit your cover letter, resume, writing sample (no more than 10 pages), law school transcript, and three references with contact information to Sarah Okuh at sokuh@benoslaw.com

Deadline:  February 22, 2019

13th Annual Homeland Security Law Institute

Thursday February 21, 2019 | Ritz-Carlton Pentagon City, Arlington, VA

Join us on February 21, 2019 for the 13th annual Homeland Security Law Institute
We are now accepting Registrations!

Topics will include:

  • Cybersecurity Information Sharing – Progress and Challenges, Moderator: Lucy Thomson
  • Department of Homeland Security General Counsel’s Office, Moderator: Joseph Maher (invited)
  • The New CFIUS: Legislative Changes, Emerging and Foundational Technologies and China, Moderator: Michael Kennedy
  • Customs & Cross-Border Control Issues, Moderator: Steve Bunnell
  • UAS/UAV/Drones: What’s Ahead for Personal, Commercial and Military Use, Moderator: Anne Bechdolt
  • Protecting Critical Infrastructure: SAFETY Act & Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS), Moderator: Joe Whitley
  • Homeland Security Legislative & Regulatory Outlook 2018-2019, Moderator: Jonathan Meyer
  • State & Local Responders working with FEMA, Moderator: Ernie Abbott

A full program brochure is coming soon. We will apply for 8.0 General CLE Credit Hours for this Institute.

Rates for this Single-Day program are as follows: (ABA Section of Administrative Law Members, Government and Acacdemia, and Members of the ABA Air and Space Law Forum will receive the lowest discounted price for this CLE program).

  • ABA Section of Administrative Law Members – $236
  • ABA Air and Space Law Forum Members – $236
  • Individuals that work for Government and Academia – $236
  • ABA Members – $255
  • General Public – $275
  • Law Students – $25

To Register: View the Registration Form PDF linked below for reigstration instructions, Hotel directions and information, and CLE details. Please complete one form per-person and send completed registration forms to Rebecca.Mobley@americanbar.org

Please reach out to Program Specialist, Rebecca Mobley rebecca.mobley@americanbar.org or Section Director, Anne Kiefer anne.kiefer@americanbar.org with any questions. We look forward to seeing you at the Institute!

Registration Form PDF

Ohio – Summer 2019 Rural Summer Legal Corps – Equal Justice Works

AkronLawJobs No. 9901 Overview: Seeking law students who want to make a difference in the lives of persons living in rural parts of Ohio.

Project: There are two projects you may choose from: Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati (Cincinnati); Project: Kinship Care Team Fellow ; Ohio State Legal Service Association (Athens, Chillicothe, Marion, Newark, New Philadelphia, Portsmouth, Steubenville. Project: Rural Education Project. Information available HERE

Qualifications: Attending an accredited law school. 1L, 2L. Be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National or lawful permanent resident (e.g. green card). For several placements, possess a valid driver’s license and access to adequate transportation during summer placement.

Funding: Participants will receive $5,000 stipend for their service. Students have the option to apply for unlimited additional outside funding through their university or other sources.

Program Participant Expectations: Attend a three-day training seminar in Washington, D.C. Complete 300 hours of service within an 8-10 week period. Complete all required program reporting and documentation.

Housing and Transportation: It is the participant’s responsibility to obtain housing and ensure adequate transportation throughout the summer placement. Legal Aid Providers will provide general information, however, it is NOT the responsibility of the legal aid provider (host organization) to provide direct housing or transportation assistance.

Questions? Go to the FAQ page HERE or e-mail ruralcorps@equaljusticeworks.org

How to Apply:  Apply HERE and upload your resume, Essay of the program and future goals, and an essay of why you are interested in participating.

Deadline:  February 11, 2019