July 2022

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2022-2023 Attorney General's Honors Program & Summer Law Intern Program

Application Opens: July 31 | Application Deadline: September 6

OARM is excited to announce that the Attorney General’s Honors Program (HP) and Summer Law Intern Program (SLIP) application opens on Sunday, July 31, and will close on Tuesday, September 6, at 11:59 PM ET

OARM is excited to announce that the Attorney General’s Honors Program (HP) and Summer Law Intern Program (SLIP) application opens on Sunday, July 31, and will close on Tuesday, September 6, at 11:59 PM ET. Applications must be submitted via the online application. We have a lot of great opportunities through the HP for your third-year law students and recent graduates and for second-year students through the SLIP.

Learn more about the Attorney General's Honors Program

Learn more about the Summer Law Intern Program

Announcement

07.25

2022-2023 Moot Court Board Announcement

The Kline School of Law moot court board would like to congratulate the following students who have been extended an offer to join the board... The Kline School of Law moot court board would like to congratulate the following students who have been extended an offer to join the board: Dylan Beltrami Siqi Cheng Samantha Componovo Jailene Cruz Corey Fedorowich Hunter Gajewski Kaleigh Gillen Madi Lee Daniel Levy Ali Long Jack Melloy Madison Mull Dominic Mussoline Kevin Ricard Talia Scicchitano Matthew Soliman The board, coaches, and judges were impressed by the briefs and oral arguments, it was a highly competitive group. Unfortunately we could not take all the students who tried out, and we encourage any 2Ls who did not make the board to try out again next year. Special recognition goes to our top 3 briefs and top 3 oral advocates who are: Best brief: Kaleigh Gillen Second place brief: Madison Mull Third place brief: Jack Melloy Best advocate in the preliminary rounds: Kevin Richard Second place advocate: Talia Scicchitano Third place advocate: Daniel Levy Students advancing to the semifinals on August 13 are: Daniel Levy Jack Melloy Madison Mull Talia Scicchitano Madison Mull will be petitioner against Jack Melloy as respondent. These two competitors met in the preliminary rounds and therefore are side locked on the sides they did not previously argue against each other. Daniel Levy will argue against Talia Scicchitano. These two competitors will need to flip a coin for sides because they have not previously met. Talia Scicchitano will call the coin toss. These four students should expect to hear additional details in the coming days about the semifinal round, which we hope to hold in person at the law school. The final round will be August 16 in the afternoon, as part of 1L orientation. Details to follow. All are invited to join.

Announcement

07.25

Philadelphia Bar Law Student Essay Contest

Deadline: September 6

Submit your entry today to the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Law Student Essay Contest! We are accepting essay entries from current or recently graduated law students who have strong advice for new or aspiring law school applicants. Some examples include, but are not limited to: How to choose a school, strategies for studying for the LSAT, tips for maintaining a school-work-life balance, recommended classes, types of networking or volunteer activities to seek out, etc. If you feel like you have advice worth sharing, don’t hesitate to apply! Law school is not an easy journey – and who better to give advice for weathering the hardships than those who have gone through it? Submit your entry today to the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Law Student Essay Contest! We are accepting essay entries from current or recently graduated law students who have strong advice for new or aspiring law school applicants. Some examples include, but are not limited to: How to choose a school, strategies for studying for the LSAT, tips for maintaining a school-work-life balance, recommended classes, types of networking or volunteer activities to seek out, etc. If you feel like you have advice worth sharing, don’t hesitate to apply! Eligibility: Any rising 2L, rising 3L, or recently graduated law student attending a Philadelphia area law school (University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law, Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law, Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law, Widener University Delaware Law School, Rutgers University Law School-Camden) Submission Guidelines: Essays should be between 500-1,000 words in length Essays should be formatted as either a Microsoft Word or Pages attachment (no pdfs) Email your entry to communications@philabar.org with the subject line “Law Student Writing Contest” Submission deadline: EOD Tuesday, Sept. 6 Winning Submission: The winning writer will receive a $500 prize sponsored by 7Sage, plus publication of their essay in the Fall 2022 issue of The Philadelphia Lawyer, the Association’s quarterly magazine. If you have any questions, feel free to email: communications@philabar.org Click here for full details

Writing Competition

07.25

Public Interest Summer Reception

Tuesday, July 26, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Hosted by the Philadelphia Bar Association and sponsored by Ballard Spahr, LLP, the Public Interest Summer Reception celebrates the exceptional work of public interest students and lawyers in and around Philadelphia. Guests will have an opportunity to mix and mingle while enjoying light refreshments. Hosted by the Philadelphia Bar Association and sponsored by Ballard Spahr, LLP, the Public Interest Summer Reception celebrates the exceptional work of public interest students and lawyers in and around Philadelphia. Guests will have an opportunity to mix and mingle while enjoying light refreshments. Location Ballard Spahr LLP 1735 Market Street, 51st Floor Register for this event! Space is limited. All guests must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and required to show proof of vaccination for entrance.

Event

07.18

LatinoJustice PRLDEF: How to Succeed in Law School Orientation Workshop

Thursday, July 21, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.

LatinoJustice's CAP Leadership Institute, sponsored by Nixon Peabody is hosting our one day, How to Succeed in Law School workshop, on Thursday, July 21st from 3:00 - 6:00pm EST. Program participants can join us in person at Dechert, located at 1095 6th Avenue or virtually. LatinoJustice's CAP Leadership Institute, sponsored by Nixon Peabody is hosting our one day, How to Succeed in Law School workshop, on Thursday, July 21st from 3:00 - 6:00pm EST. Program participants can join us in person at Dechert, located at 1095 6th Avenue or virtually. How to Succeed in Law School, is a one-day workshop, intended for incoming 1Ls to help ease the transition into law school. You will hear from current law school students about their recent experiences and from members of our Young Professionals Líderes Board, who will share the tips that made them successful students and propelled their professional legal careers. Program participants will also hear from law school staff to better understand the services and supports law school students can find once they arrive on campus. Lastly, we will have an expert from AccessLex to share tips for financing law school. Register for the event here!

Event

07.18

The Aviation and Space Law Committee Writing Competition of the ABA Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section

Deadline: September 9

Are you a law student or LLM candidate currently attending an ABA-accredited law school? Do you have an interest in aviation and space law? If so, this writing competition is for you! Submit a 20-page paper addressing a recent development in any area of aviation or space law or discuss an area of aviation or space law where a controversy or disagreement exist. Entrants are encouraged to write on subjects of national interest, rather than state-specific issues. Are you a law student or LLM candidate currently attending an ABA-accredited law school? Do you have an interest in aviation and space law? If so, this writing competition is for you! Submit a 20-page paper addressing a recent development in any area of aviation or space law or discuss an area of aviation or space law where a controversy or disagreement exist. Entrants are encouraged to write on subjects of national interest, rather than state-specific issues. Winner $500 cash prize Up to $1500 reimbursement for hotel and transportation expenses to attend and speak at the ABA TIPS Aviation Litigation Conference in Washington, DC on October 27-28, 2022 Publication in an upcoming edition of the TIPS Aviation and Space Law Committee’s newsletter. Click here for rules and details for the writing competition. Entries must be received by the Section no later than September 9, 2022.

Writing Competition

07.18

LexisNexis Webinar: Preparing for Interviews & Callbacks

July 13, 3pm or 7pm

This 20-minute webinar will focus on researching your firms to help you show up prepared and polished for OCI interviews. Ace first round & callback meetings with the depth of your knowledge, helping you land the offer you want. Plus, you’ll earn 700 LexisNexis® Rewards points for attending one of the two webinars offered. This 20-minute webinar will focus on researching your firms to help you show up prepared and polished for OCI interviews. Ace first round & callback meetings with the depth of your knowledge, helping you land the offer you want. Plus, you’ll earn 700 LexisNexis® Rewards points for attending one of the two webinars offered. Register now by selecting the session that you would like to attend. Register for Wednesday, July 13, 3pm EST Register for Wednesday, July 13, 7pm EST

Event

07.11

The Cape May County Bar Foundation Diversity Scholarship

Deadline: August 15

The Cape May County Bar Foundation recognizes the power, impact, and value of diverse voices in our profession. To support the proliferation of these voices, the Diversity Scholarship will be given to New Jersey residents attending law school who can share with us how diversity, inclusion, and allyship have affected their lives, and how they plan to advance these issues when they become members of this State’s legal community. The Cape May County Bar Foundation recognizes the power, impact, and value of diverse voices in our profession. To support the proliferation of these voices, the Diversity Scholarship will be given to New Jersey residents attending law school who can share with us how diversity, inclusion, and allyship have affected their lives, and how they plan to advance these issues when they become members of this State’s legal community. Criteria for Award Admission to an American Bar Association accredited law school. Applicant must be resident of New Jersey. Scholarship is for one semester only in Fall of 2022. Amount of scholarships based on available funds raised through CMCBF Diversity Event. Number of scholarships shall be in discretion of CMCBF. Award based on essay, leadership potential, academic ability, interview, and financial need. Scholarship awarded to qualified applicant, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. Application with essay must be submitted by or on August 15, 2022. Click here for full details and application.

Funding Opportunity

07.11

Apply for PIE Executive Board

Deadline: July 15

The 2021-2022 Exec Board is now ready to hand PIE over to the new exec board. We are now accepting applications for all spots - Chair, Finance Chair, Events & Alumni Chair, and Recruitment & Outreach Chair. Please submit a short statement explaining your interest in one (or more) of these positions to me via email by July 15th. The 2021-2022 Exec Board is now ready to hand PIE over to the new exec board. We are now accepting applications for all spots - Chair, Finance Chair, Events & Alumni Chair, and Recruitment & Outreach Chair. Please submit a short statement explaining your interest in one (or more) of these positions to me via email by July 15th. Please contact Alexandra Kudatzky at ahk59@drexel.edu with any questions.

Announcement

07.11

Regional Housing Legal Services Post-Graduate Fellowship Sponsorship

Priority given to applications received by July 14

Regional Housing Legal Services (“RHLS”) seeks to sponsor applicants for postgraduate legal fellowships to start in the Fall of 2023. Fellowships will be based in Philadelphia. Regional Housing Legal Services (“RHLS”) seeks to sponsor applicants for postgraduate legal fellowships to start in the Fall of 2023. Fellowships will be based in Philadelphia. Applicants should be law students graduating in the Spring of 2023, current law clerks or other recent law school graduates. Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to economic and racial justice. We will review applications on a rolling basis, and preference will be given to applications received by July 14, 2022. Please see the full description in the attached PDF.

Funding Opportunity

07.11

Ms. JD National Women Law Students’ Organization Leadership Academy Intensive

Deadline: July 31

Ms. JD’s National Women Law Students’ Organization (NWLSO) is inviting 100 women law students to the 2022 Leadership Academy Intensive program on September 9-10, 2022 at the Pepperdine Caruso School of Law in Malibu, CA. Ms. JD’s National Women Law Students’ Organization (NWLSO) is inviting 100 women law students to the 2022 Leadership Academy Intensive program on September 9-10, 2022 at the Pepperdine Caruso School of Law in Malibu, CA. This two-day in-person program hosted by Ms. JD’s NWLSO will equip women law students with the confidence and skills they need to become professional women leaders in the legal profession. Invited law students will learn from successful professionals, thought leaders, and attorneys as they develop concrete strategies to lead in law and support their colleagues. Featured women legal professionals who will be joining us include: Capri Maddox, Executive Director of the Los Angeles Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department Sonia Lakhany, Attorney and Personal Branding Expert Judge Kate Knill, Orange County Superior Court Veronica Glaze, Staff Attorney for LA Dependency Lawyers Information on eligibility requirements, costs, and how law students can apply is available here. Applications MUST be submitted by July 31. If you have any questions, please email NWLSO Program Director, Katie Day, at day@ms-jd.org.

Announcement

07.11