Canton Firm Helps Law Students Go Head to Head in Intramural Trial Competition

The students at The University of Akron School of Law are accustomed to defeating other law schools in trial advocacy competitions. Akron Law consistently ranks among the best in the country in oral advocacy. But on Saturday, Akron Law students went head-to-head against each other to determine who is the best trial advocate at the 2012 Akron Law Intramural Trial Competition.

The advocates tried a difficult and complicated hypothetical case involving injuries caused by a bar bouncer to an intoxicated patron. After three rounds of competition, third- year students Elliott Lewis and Nicholas McGroarty took the championship. They narrowly defeated third-year students Brandon Trent and Corey Grimm in a riveting final round. The other semifinalists included students Michael Karst, Jon Sauline, Colin Wise, and Kassim Ahmed.

The trial lawyers of Tzangas Plakas, Mannos & Raies, Ltd. judged the qualifying rounds of the competition, with Judge Edward O’Farrell of the Tuscarawas County Court of Common Pleas presiding. Judge Elinore Marsh Stormer of the Summit County Court of Common Pleas presided over the final round. This was the fifth year of the competition, which was held at the Akron Municipal Court.

“The Intramural Trial Competition provides not only an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Akron Law students, but also an occasion to remember the value of efficient and effective trial skills,” said Attorney David Dingwell of Tzangas Plakas, an Akron Law Alumni. “We are proud to show our ongoing commitment to the law school and the competition, and congratulate each of the participants for their hard work and dedication to the art of trial advocacy.”

The competition was a resounding success, with over 30 Akron Law students participating. To date, Tzangas Plakas has donated over $15,000 in its sponsorship of the Akron Law School Intramural Trial Competition.

For more information, contact Tzangas Plakas at (330) 455-6112 or visit www.lawlion.com.

Medina law firm seeks law clerk

Medina, OH – Law Clerk – Oberholtzer, Filous & Perrico, LPA

AkronLawJobs Job No. 3303 – Rising 2L, Rising 3L and Current 3L Students – Medina law firm seeking law student with sufficient knowledge of bankruptcy law to assist in the review and preparation of bankruptcy filings.  Working knowledge of Chapter 7, 11 and 13 bankruptcy mechanics strongly preferred.  The ideal applicant will have prior experience with creditor/debtor rights and will have prior experience or coursework in the areas of secured transactions,s bankruptcy, and civil litigation.  Please submit a cover letter and resume via mail, email or fax to:  Christopher L. Wetherbee, Esq.; 39 Public Square, Suite 201; Media, OH  44256; Cwetherbee@medinalaw.com; 330-723-4929.  Deadline:  April 6, 2012.

REMINDER – A.L.i.C.E. Training Today from Noon to 1:00pm

REMINDER – A.L.i.C.E. Training Today from Noon to 1:00pm in Lunchroom

A.L.i.C.E. Program – Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evaluate

As you may know, our UA Police Department has adopted the A.L.i.C.E. program teaching proactive measures to be taken when faced with an assailant entering a building or classroom.

A.L.i.C.E. stands for Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate.  This nationally-renowned training was developed following examination of school shootings, such as the one that occurred at Colombine . . . and closer to our community we consider Appalachian School of Law, Case Western Reserve University and now Chardon.

UAPD will be here to deliver A.L.i.C.E. training sessions, as follows:

LAW STUDENTS (lunch hour)
Monday, March 26 – Noon to 1:00 – Law Student Lunchroom

The faculty and staff went through this training and we highly recommend that all of you take part!  Come dressed ready to participate, there is an opportunity for interaction.

In the meantime, please view the brief intro training video prior to our in-service training session.  See:  http://www.uakron.edu/safety/police/services/training.dot.

Pro Bono of Limited Means Opportunity!

On May 2, 2012, the Akron Bar Association and Community Legal Aid Services will sponsor the annual Law Week free legal clinic from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Job Center, 1040 E. Tallmadge Avenue, Akron, OH.  Law students are needed to assist attorneys volunteering for this clinic. You may volunteer for the morning shift (8:30 a.m. to noon) the afternoon shift (noon to 4:00 p.m.) or both shifts. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. If you are interested please e-mail Professor Joann Sahl at jsahl1@uakron.edu.

Attention Class of 2012 – Great Job Opportunity

Youngstown, OH: United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Ohio. Judge Kay Woods seeks a full-time law clerk to begin June 18, 2012 through mid-August 2013. She is asking 2012 grads and recent graduates to contact her chambers if interested in this opportunity. Judge Woods is primarily interested in students who are in the top 25% of their class. Interested candidates should send the following to Judge Woods’ attention: 1- cover letter; 2- resume; 3- writing sample; 4- law school transcript, including class rank; and 5- names of three references (do not send actual letters of reference at this time). Send application materials to Judge Kay Woods, United States Bankruptcy Judge, United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Ohio, 301 Nathaniel R. Jones Federal Building & U.S. Courthouse, 10 east Commerce Street, Youngstown, OH  44503. Deadline is ASAP.