The law school’s annual community service event – Akron Law Cares- will take place on Saturday, September 22, 2012. Students, faculty, administration and alumni work together during this community service project to assist low-income residents living in Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority apartments. More information about the event is in this flyer and information sheet. You MUST register for Akron Law Cares. You can register by e-mail (manovac@uakron.edu) or by telephone (330-972-6363). If you have any questions about the event, please contact Professor Joann Sahl.
Have Your Say Forum TODAY at 12:20 p.m.
Join Dean Jordan and Professor Cook for the weekly Have Your Say forum today at 12:20 p.m. in the atrium. Today’s topic is “After the Conventions: What are the Issues?” Free pizza will be offered. Hope to see you there!
Moot Court Honor Society Presents David Mills September 26
Moot Court Honor Society is having David Mills come to speak about his recent case in front of the United States Supreme Court. Mr. Mills received a 9-0 decision in favor of his client in Ortiz v. Jordan, 131 S.Ct. 884. He has an extensive background in appellate practice and will speaking not only about the case, but also appellate practice in general. He has been featured in several articles from the ABA Journal and was named one of the “Lawyers of the Year 2011” by Lawyers USA.
This is event is open to anyone willing to attend. Mr. Mills will be speaking on Wednesday, September 26 from 12:30 – 1:30 in RM 151. This event is mandatory for all Moot Court Honor Society Members. If you have any questions please contact Alex Armitage (asa47@zips.uakron.edu)
SALDF – 9/11/12 at 12:15pm
Student Animal Legal Defense Fund will host their first semester meeting (Tuesday, September 11th) at 12:15 in room W214. We will be discussing exciting upcoming events, including speaker Robert Farinocci to address being an Equine Lawyer, volunteer opportunities, and the upcoming ALDF conference in Portland, Oregon. Delicious vegetarian appetizers from Aladdin’s Eatery will be provided for all that attend.
Calendar of CPPO events – week of September 10, 2012
Tuesday, September 11 at 12:20 p.m. – A Day in the Life of an IP Attorney with Mack Webner, senior counsel at Sughrue Mion. Room 133. RSVP to jeanne2@uakron.edu required.
Wednesday, September 12
8 a.m. – 9 a.m.– International Law Presentation with Matthew Wilson (Associate Dean of Student Affairs & Associate Professor of Law at the University of Wyoming College of Law)– Room W215. Prof. Wilson will offer tips, insights and thoughts on traditional and non-traditional career opportunities involving international law, both in the U.S. and overseas. Also, learn how to get involved in international opportunities during law school. A light breakfast will be served.
12:20 p.m. – Army JAG Information Session with Capt. Farley- Room 133. Learn about summer and post-grad opportunites with the Army JAG Corps.