LEGAL CLINIC ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR PAID POSITIONS

The University of Akron School of Law Legal Clinic will be hiring for paid positions open for the summer and next year, 2013.  The paid positions are as Directors of our Inmate Assistance Programs and as staff members for the Appellate Review Office.  All students are invited to apply, including first year students.  Persons chosen for these positions will be paid $7.85 per hour up to 20 hours per week during the school year and 30 hours per week during the summer.  Students must take credit courses during the summer to qualify for employment.

People interested in developing interviewing, research, and writing skills should apply.  Our Clinic graduates use their skills in civil and criminal contexts as Public Defenders,CountyProsecutors, Legal Aid lawyers, judicial law clerks, and civil practitioners.  We have a 100% employment rate within six months of graduation.

A cover letter and resume must be submitted to Maureen Davis no later than Friday, 19, 2013 at 5:00 p.m.  Please sign up for an interview time in the Legal Clinic when you submit your application.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Maureen Davis at 330-972-7751 or by e-mail, mdavis1@uakron.edu.

SBA Election Results

Dear Akron Law Student Body,

The votes are in for the SBA officers of the 2013- 2014 year. I am happy to say that SBA will be in great hands with enthusiastic people working hard to create a sense of community and friendship in the coming year. I would Like to congratulate the following people on their positions as the SBA executive board for next year:

Lee Potts – SBA President

Jessica Peplowski – Full-Time Vice President

Katie Lott – Part-Time Vice president

Rachel Scava – Full-Time Secretary

Amber Groghan  – Part-Time Secretary

Daniel Boyer – Treasurer

For the 2L class, the votes have also been tallied and congratulations to the following people:

Kallen Dearnbarger – 2L President

Dakota Fox – 2L Representative

Elayna Saad – 2L Representative

Amber Groghan – 2L Part- Time Representative

For the 3L class, congratulations to the following People:

Aaron Conrardy – 3L President

Lavell Payne – 3L Representative

Kelle D Redepenning – 3L Representative

Finally, the 4L class will be represented by Aneesh Johal.

I know Akron law SBA is in fantastic hands for next year. Please take the time to congratulate and thank all of these talented people who freely give of their time and energy to make life here at Akron law so much better.

Thank you,

Eli Heller
2012-2013 SBA President

July 2013 Ohio Bar Exam – Hotel Accommodations

July 2013 Ohio Bar Exam – Hotel Accommodations

To all students sitting for the July 2013 Ohio Bar Examination:

As you may be aware, as a courtesy, Akron Law has reserved a block of hotel rooms at a discounted rate in Columbus. The deadline to reserve a room is Friday, July 5, 2013.  FYI…Akron Law will have a representative staying at the same hotel, as well as goodies, pencils, pens, and snacks, courtesy of your soon-to-be fellow alum.

Holiday Inn Columbus – Downtown Capitol Square

175 E. Town Street, Columbus, Ohio  43215

Phone:  614.221.3281

Dates:

Monday, July 29, 2013

Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Rates:

Double or single each night without breakfast:  $94 (Online Code – UA2)

Double or single each night including breakfast for the 3 mornings:  $109 (Online Code – UA1)

Parking at the hotel:  $10/night

There is a pool, an exercise room, a diner-type restaurant, a small lounge, and free Internet access.  There is also a shuttle service available, and the bar exam is being administered about a mile away, so students can walk if they like.  

Reservations:

Call 614.221.3281 and mention “University of Akron.” Online reservation codes are posted above.

A credit card or advance deposit is required.

You are not obligated to select the Holiday Inn as your hotel of choice.  This is simply a courtesy. 

If you have questions about these arrangements or anything throughout your preparation process, contact: Ivy Banks, Esq. at ivy1@uakron.edu or Mrs Palmer-Schmitz at dpalmer1@uakron.edu.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Palmer-Schmitz, Esq.

Director, Academic Success Programs

The University of Akron School of Law

150 University Avenue

Akron, Ohio 44325

330.972.8065

 

CLOTHING DRIVE-1Shirt: Make A Difference

This week, April 15th-April 19th, the University of Akron will be competing with hundreds of universities across the country to see who can collect the most clothing to benefit local charities and job training programs. This innovative contest is known as 1Shirt.

The 1Shirt competition provides us with an excellent opportunity to support a charitable organization, as well as, reuse materials before they are eventually discarded.

The University of Akron’s involvement and expected strong performance in the 1Shirt campaign will help solidify our commitment to improved recycling and sustainability.

What Can I Do?
• Clean out your closet.
• Collect and Drop-Off your gently-used clothing and textiles into one of ten designated drop-off bins.
• Visit, http://www.uakron.edu/pfoc/recycling.dot, for more information about this and other recycling events.

LAW STUDENTS: You can deliver your items to the School of Law Dean’s Office! Planet Aid will accept any new or gently used textile based recyclable, including: clothing, footwear, purses, quilts, blankets, pillows, belts, etc…

Information Session to discuss Inmate Assistance Program, Expungement Clinic, Clemency Project and the new CQE Clinic! This Friday, April 19th at 12:20 in Room WH 214

Are you interested in getting some experience this summer interviewing clients, conducting research and drafting court documents? The legal clinic is offering paid and pro bono positions this summer. To find out more about these opportunities, please plan to attend an informational session on Friday, April 19, 2013 from 12:20 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in WH 214. The session will discuss opportunities with the Inmate Assistance Program, the Expungement Clinic, the Clemency Project and the new CQE Clinic. Food will be provided. If you have any questions, please contact Professor Joann Sahl.