Author: Maureen

Do you have an interest in practicing law in the Rochester, NY, area and are you interested in our 2019 Rochester Summer Associate program? If so, Nixon Peabody invites you to meet our attorneys, learn about our summer program and hear about our attorneys’ experiences as they began their legal careers.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Thursday, May 24, 2018
5:30–7:30 pm

Nixon Peabody LLP
1300 Clinton Square
Rochester, NY 14604

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To respond to this invitation or for more information, please contact Mimi Torres at 585-263-1618 or mtorres@nixonpeabody.com.

Kindly respond by Friday, May 18.

Click here for directions to our Rochester office.

Cleveland or Hudson – Summer Intern – AML Right Source ON CAMPUS INTERVIEWS – May 2, 2018

Responsibilities primarily include transaction monitoring and research of customers deemed to be “high risk” by our various financial institution clients as required by their respective AML/BSA programs. This position can be located in the Cleveland or Hudson office.

Duties: Transaction monitoring of assigned accounts to assess potential suspicious activity on the account, such as money laundering. Identify data anomalies as they relate to AML initiatives, AML/BSA regulations, and industry best practices for AML/BSA analysis.  Assist other members of the Compliance Unit, data management efforts, and other company employees to maintain and implement the most effective means of meeting the company’s AML and other transaction analysis and reporting requirements. Work effectively with multiple complex data sources and technical analytical tools/resources. Work and contribute in a team-oriented and collaborative environment to improve the analytical and reporting processes. Adhere to and comply with all applicable, federal and state laws, regulations and guidance, including those related to Anti-Money Laundering (i.e. Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, etc.), as well as adhering to company policies and procedures and client requirements.

Qualifications: 1-3 years AML banking or financial experience preferred; Bachelor’s Degree minimum.  Strong oral and written communication skills. Sound analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.

How to apply: Due to short notice, please send your resume and cover letter stating which office you would prefer to work in to:  lawcareerplanning@uakron.edu

DEADLINE NOON APRIL 26, 2018

Cleveland, OH – Summer 2018 IP Externship – NASA Glenn Research Center    AkronLawJobs No. 9270

Qualifications:  2L. Must be eligible to sit for the U.S. Patent Bar Exam. Must have a technical degree from college such as mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering, biology, or a technical field.

How to Apply: E-mail your resume and cover letter to Dean O’Brien at ab139@uakron.edu.  Subject Line Summer 2018 NASA Glenn Research Externship

Deadline:  May 1, 2018

THE DAVID D. DOWD, SR. MEMORIAL AWARD

SUMMER JOB PLACEMENT AWARD

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  NOON – APRIL 13, 2018

 An individual award shall not exceed the sum of $5,000.00

Must work 20 hours per week for not less than 10 weeks

The School of Law is accepting applications for the David D. Dowd Sr. Memorial Award. Named in tribute to a distinguished attorney dedicated to public service and created by Judge David D. Dowd, Jr. upon the 25^th anniversary of his service in the federal judiciary, the purpose of the Dowd Award is to promote a commitment to public service for all lawyers.  Dowd Awards are directed to Akron Law students interested in seeking professional careers in public service following graduation.

To be eligible, you must:

First priority is given to those who have completed their second year or students who have completed their third year (part-time) by Spring of 2018.  Students completing first year (full-time) or second year (part-time) will also be considered.

Show a commitment to public service

Be capable of working 20 hours per week during the summer of 2018 for minimum  of ten weeks in a public service position

Be committed to working in a public setting upon graduation

Placements this summer – in order of preference:

1^st Preference       Office of the County Prosecuting Attorney in Stark, Summit, and Wayne Counties; the law departments in the cities of Akron, Canton, Massillon and the public defenders offices in Summit and Stark Counties. 

2^nd Preference:     The United States Attorney for the Northern District of Ohio and the Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of Ohio.

3^rd Preference:      Other prosecuting attorney offices in Ohio and other municipal law department offices in the state of Ohio.

4^th Preference:      Other not already listed public service agencies

The student will be expected to work 20 hours per week for not less than 10 weeks.

 

If you are interested in being considered for this award, Applicants shall write a letter of purpose to apply for the award, addressing the topic of public service in the context of his or her goals in the legal profession, both short and long term. The letter should also specify the legal setting in which the student proposes to serve from among those cited above.  Please submit the cover letter and resume to the Career Planning Office at lawcareerplanning@uakron.edu or by hard copy by April 13, 2018 at noon. A committee will review applications and a student will be selected before the spring term is over.