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Cleveland Clinic Gift Planning Team to hire a student intern

Cleveland, OH – Legal Intern – Cleveland Clinic

AkronLawJobs Job No. 3086 – The Cleveland Clinic Gift Planning Team is searching for at least a 2L student intern to assist with legal research specific to tax law, estate planning and charitable law.  The position would be part time during the school year with the opportunity for more hours during the summer.  Please note, all applications must be received through the Cleveland Clinic website, which can be accessed through the following web address once pasted into a browser.  https://www.healthcaresource.com/cleveland/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.jobDetails&template=dsp_job_details.cfm&cJobId=563258.  Deadline:  ASAP, no later than February 6, 2012

 

USPTO hiring unpaid interns

The Career Planning Office has just learned that the USPTO is currently accepting applications for unpaid internships with their office in Alexandria, VA. 

Please find below a link to an announcement for unpaid internship positions available with the USPTO which are currently being posted on the USA Jobs website.  They are available for students who may have a scientific or technical background.  The closing date for applying for a position is February 29, 2012.

 http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/305066400

 

Mark your calendars now for these exciting career workshops…

The University of Akron School of Law Career Planning Office and the Ohio Chapter of the Legal Marketing Association are excited to present the following series of workshops

 Workshop #1

January 19, 2012, 5:00 – 6:00 P.M.

Business Nuts and Bolts and Firm Functions The University of Akron  School of Law, C. Blake McDowell Law Center, Room 151

When getting your feet wet as a new attorney, the ins and outs of a law firm’s business can seem daunting. There are some core competencies, however, that can help you stay on track when getting familiar with your role at a law firm. Our panel will share with you some basics on law firm functions; ways to make a place for yourself at your firm; and tips for forming a business development plan.

Panelists:

RYAN DANIELS, Corporate Practice Development Manager at Porter Wright

MARK  ELLIOTT, Director of Business Development & Human Resources at Eastman & Smith

RANDY HEADLEY, CLM, Firm Administrator at Bailey Cavalieri

Moderator: LIZ BOEHM, Regional  Marketing Manager at Benesch

 Workshop #2

February 2, 5:00 – 6:00 P.M.

Communications, Presentation and Writing Skills in the Legal World

The University of Akron  School of Law, C. Blake McDowell  Law Center, Room 151

Increasing your visibility through online media, speaking opportunities and writing for publications are key tactics to a new lawyer’s marketing plan. This workshop will include tips on how social media may help elevate your profile; what you need to do to position yourself for speaking opportunities; and ways to get your thoughts on paper and to the press.

Presenters:

JULIE GURNEY, Senior  Communications & Marketing Manager at Benesch

JILL RAKO,  Marketing & Communications Manager at Bricker & Eckler

 Workshop #3

February 16, 5:00 – 6:00 P.M.

Successful Relationship  Building

The University of Akron  School of Law, C. Blake McDowell  Law Center, Room 151

There are many ways to market yourself and your firm, but how do you brand yourself intelligently in a world increasingly dominated by electronic media? How do you retain and leverage your network of contacts to build your book of business and make money? Let us give you some helpful insight on what relationship building means now and what it might look like in ten years when the spotlight is on you.

Presenters:

JEFF DENNIS, Marketing & Business Development Director at Kegler Brown

DORENDA SWANSON, Business Development & Community Relations Manager at Squire Sanders

 Workshop #4

March 1, 5:00 – 6:15 P.M.

Legal Mocktail

The University of Akron  School of Law, C. Blake McDowell  Law Center, Atrium

Does the thought of a business networking function frighten you? Bring on anxiety? We have the solution! The Legal Mocktail is an experiential learning program for attorneys-to-be that teaches the basics and nuances of networking. This unique training exercise simulates attendance at a social or business event. You will learn and immediately apply networking skills in context. Lots of fun and interaction (and cocktails) can be expected at this program!

Moderator:

COURTNEY IANNELLI, Director of Marketing & Business Development at Benesch

 To Register

In order to guarantee your spot at these workshops,  please e-mail Career Planning Student Services Counselor,  Jeanne Kennedy,  at jeanne2@uakron.edu. Pre-registration is highly recommended as spots will fill quickly for these informative and popular workshops.

 

Kisling, Nestico & Redick seeks law clerk – Deadline to apply is this Friday, December 16 at 12 noon

Akron, OH – Law Clerk – Kisling, Nestico & Redick

AkronLawJobs Job No. 3031 – The firm is looking to hire a law clerk immediately, therefore, law clerk interviews will take place the week of December 19.  Please submit a cover letter and resume via email to:  Brandy Brewer (BBrewer@knrlegal.com)  or Mary Panaggio (MPanaggio@knrlegal.com. Pleae no phone calls or faxes to the firm.

Deadline:  Friday, December 16, 2011 at 12:00 Noon.

 

Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs seeks Litigation Assistant

AkronLawJobs Job No. 3025 – Part Time Position
The litigation assistant will assist in the review and cataloguing of documents in active litigation. The assistant will work as part of a team to identify, analyze and code these documents for use during the discovery process and at trial. The position will work closely with the litigation attorneys and paralegals assigned to this case.

Successful applicants must be detail oriented, have solid communication skills, a comfort with computers and must be highly organized. Applicants must have strong academic credentials; preferably ranked in the top one-third of their class either currently or at the time of graduation.

The litigation assistant must be able to work at least 20 hours per week, during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). The review process may occur on Saturdays as needed. Document review will be performed at the law offices of Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLP located at 3800 Embassy Parkway, Suite 300, Akron, OH 44333.

The litigation assistant will be paid $10 per hour.

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, current resume, the contact information for two references and please include your current or final GPA and class rank (if available). This information can be emailed to Josh Nolan at jnolan@bdblaw.com or by fax at 330-252-5536. If you need additional information, please contact Mr. Nolan at 330-643-0264 or by email. Deadline: ASAP, but no later than January 12, 2012.