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Tuesday, January 17, 2017
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Contents
- JAG Employment - Information Sessions on 1/23 & 1/24
- Hon. Lawrence L. and Barbara G. Cameron Scholarship, apply by 1/27
- Covich Family Scholarship, apply by 2/10
- New job postings
- John E. Fenton, Jr. Public Service Awards, apply by 3/17
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Callback and offer information to PCD
- 3LD/4LE Job Search Orientation, 2/2
- SPILG Information Session, 2/9
*Satisfies Suffolk Professional Development Requirement
- Mediation & Arbitration Essentials: Part II, 1/18 *
- Zoning 101, 1/20 *
- CLE - Tools for Efficiently Handling Commercial Contracts, Including Sales/Use Tax in SaaS Contracts, 1/23 *
- Massachusetts Probate and Family Inn of Court Breakfast, 1/25
- Walk to the Hill Breakfast, 1/26
- Starting or Jump-Starting an Innovative Law Practice, 1/26 *
- 17th Annual Intellectual Property Year in Review: The Changing IP Landscape, 1/26 *
- An Insider's Guide to the Fundamentals of Bankruptcy Litigation, 1/27 *
- Let's Do Lunch: LPM's Guide to the Legal Galaxy - From Efficiency to Profitability, 2/8 *
- Lists of Diversity Receptions, Programs and Scholarships
- Legal Aid Society Diversity Open House, 1/19
- BLG Charting Your Legal Future Event: A Career Conference for Law Students of Color, 1/25
- A Kick-Off to Service by the WBA's Women of Color Committee, 1/26
- Robins Kaplan 1L Diversity Internship Program and Information Reception, 2/2
- Demystifying the Large Firm Practice: A Seminar for First-Year Law Students from Diverse Backgrounds, 2/16
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Interested in working for the U.S. military as a Judge Advocate General?
The U.S. Air Force JAG, U.S. Army JAG, U.S. Navy JAG, and the U.S. Marine JAG will all be participating in the MLSC Government & Public Interest Interview Program at Suffolk Law School on January 23 and 24, 2017. They will be holding either individual or group information sessions on one or both days of the program. All interested students are invited to attend. Session RSVP or interview sign-ups are required on the MLSC Symplicity site.
U.S. Air Force JAG
They will be holding group information sessions on Tuesday, January 24 at Suffolk at 10:30am, 11:30am and 2:00pm. RSVP for one of the sessions on the MLSC Symplicity site. Click on the 'Events' tab and 'Information Sessions.' Click on one of the sessions and then the RSVP button on the next page.
U.S. Army JAG
They will be holding group information sessions on Monday, January 23 and Tuesday, January 24 at Suffolk at 11:00am, 1:30pm, and 3:00pm each day. RSVP for one of the sessions on the MLSC Symplicity site. Click on the 'Events' tab and 'Information Sessions.' Click on one of the sessions and then the RSVP button on the next page.
U.S. Navy JAG
They will be holding individual informational interviews on Monday, January 23 and Tuesday, January 24 at Suffolk from 10:00am to 3:00pm each day. To sign up for an interview time, click on the 'OCI' tab and select the 'Gov/PI January 2017 - Navy JAG' session. Click on your preferred interview date and then sign up for an open time slot.
U.S. Marine JAG
They will be holding individual informational interviews on Monday, January 23 at Suffolk. Students who submitted applications in December have already been contacted about signing up for an interview time. If you did not apply and are interested in meeting with them, please contact Michelle Dobbins in PCD. There may be a few open spots on their schedules.
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What's New?
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Applications are being accepted for The Honorable Lawrence L. and Barbara G. Cameron Scholarship.
This endowed scholarship fund was established as a lasting tribute to Judge Cameron's (JD '51, DJ '67) career in public service and to his commitment to Suffolk University. The scholarship will assist qualified students whose economic circumstances might otherwise preclude their attendance at the Law School.
Contact Michelle Dobbins or the Financial Aid Office for more information. The application deadline is January 27, 2017.
- Applications are also being accepted for the Covich Family Scholarship. This award was established by the Covich Family to provide scholarship assistance to a graduating (third year day or fourth year evening) female student who is interested in pursuing a career in public service/social advocacy and has demonstrated financial need. Contact Michelle Dobbins or the Financial Aid Office for more information. The application deadline is Februay 10, 2017.
- CareerBuzz is the weekly PCD student newsletter. CareerBuzz will be emailed to all students on Tuesday afternoons and will also be archived on Symplicity (in the News Feed). Most items will not be repeated in future issues, so be sure to read CareerBuzz every week to keep updated on all career-related news and information.
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Who's Hiring?
- View this week's list of job postings.
- Applications are now being accepted for the John E. Fenton, Jr. Public Service Awards, the highest paid public service awards given by Suffolk Law. The Fenton Awards program seeks to assist students graduating in January or May 2017 in obtaining highly responsible positions at government agencies and nonprofit organizations. Examples of eligible employment include, but are not limited to, state and federal government agencies, prosecutor and public defender offices, legislative offices, public interest litigation, advocacy or policy groups, and nonprofit legal services organizations. There are no geographic restrictions. The application deadline is Friday, March 17, 2017 by 10:00am (apply under the OCI tab, Fenton Award session). Details are available on the Fellowship webpage.
- Please notify Michelle Dobbins in PCD if you receive a callback interview or offer. The feedback is appreciated.
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What's Going On At Suffolk?
- 3LD/4LE Job Search Orientation - Thursday, February 2, 2:30 to 3:30, room 335. PCD's orientation for graduating students seeking post-graduate employment. Get critical information on PCD services and job search timelines to prepare you to find your first job after the bar exam. Every graduating student yet to accept an offer should attend.
- SPILG Information Session - Thursday, February 9, 3:00 to 4:00pm, room 285. Are you a 1LD/2LE or 2LD/3LE student considering an unpaid summer internship with a government agency or non-profit? Come learn about the SPILG (Suffolk Public Interest Law Group) Fellowship, a $5000 fellowship awarded for unpaid summer legal work in the public sector. RSVP on Symplicity.
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What Else is Hapenning?
- Mediation & Arbitration Essentials: Part II - Wednesday, January 18, 12:00 to 1:30pm, MBA. The second in a three-part lunchtime series covering the essentials of successful mediations and arbitrations. Panelists will be distinguished mediators and/or arbitrators who will bring their experience and wisdom to help practitioners succeed. (Suffolk PDR credit) Register
- Zoning 101 - Friday, January 20, 12:30 to 2:00pm, BBA. Panelists will provide a practical introduction to zoning fundamentals, with a focus on G.L. c. 40A that governs zoning in all municipalities other than Boston. (Suffolk PDR credit) RSVP
- CLE - Tools for Efficiently Handling Commercial Contracts, Including Sales/Use Tax in SaaS Contracts - Monday, January 23, 4:00 to 6:00pm, BBA. This program will offer strategies and techniques to help a practitioner face the challenges of offering advice on commercial contracts in a cost and time effective manner. The program will review how to review and provide feedback on the key contract terms such as: How to know who owns IP/confidentiality under the agreement; How seller will get paid under agreement; How terminating the agreement works; How buyer knows what it is buying (warranties and disclaimers); How a seller limits liability for damages and indemnification; and How to apply the state tax laws (including sales and use taxes) on SaaS transactions. (Suffolk PDR credit) RSVP
- Massachusetts Probate and Family Inn of Court Breakfast - Wednesday, January 25, 9:00am, Atwood & Cherny, 101 Huntington Avenue, Boston. The Massachusetts Probate and Family Inn of Court is having a breakfast for law students with an interest in domestic relations/family law and probate/estate planning. This event is an informal meeting with a number of lawyers, judges, and court personal to discuss and advise on career opportunities and answer questions. This event is open to any law student who has expressed an interest in probate or family law, and would be interested in attending. Last year, students made connections at this event that led to post graduate jobs. It's a great networking opportunity! Contact Margaret Talmers in PCD if you would like to attend.
- Walk to the Hill Breakfast - Thursday, January 26, 8:30 to 10:30am, BBA. Walk to the Hill for Civil Legal Aid is one of the largest lobbying events held at the Massachusetts State House. This annual event is critical to obtaining funding for civil legal services. Join up with the New Lawyers, Boston Law School teams, and the Solo & Small Firms Section for a networking breakfast before walking over to the State House as a group. RSVP
- Starting or Jump-Starting an Innovative Law Practice - Thursday, January 26, 12:00 to 2:00pm, MBA. This two-hour workshop is the second in a series on starting or jump-starting your law practice. In this workshop, participants will learn how to look for opportunities to grow their practice. Participants will learn how to design a market research plan, collect and analyze the data gathered, and translating the results into practical action steps to grow their law practice. They will learn about and use a tool to notice and then translate changes in the environment into opportunities that are appropriate for their business. This series of workshops continues and will combine traditional tools, including business plans, marketing plans, and check-lists, with more innovative tools, such as visual facilitation and imagery, to help you develop and leverage an entrepreneurial mindset. (Suffolk PDR credit) Register
- 17th Annual Intellectual Property Year in Review: The Changing IP Landscape - Thursday, January 26, 3:00 to 6:00pm, Boston Marriott Long Wharf. Join the Boston Bar Association's Intellectual Property Section for the premier IP event of the year. Learn what you need to know about the most important intellectual property cases and legislation of the past year. (Suffolk PDR credit) RSVP
- An Insider's Guide to the Fundamentals of Bankruptcy Litigation - Friday, January 27, 12:30 to 2:00pm, BBA. This program will provide insight into the various common disputes that take place in the context of a bankruptcy case including adversary proceedings and contested matters. The panelists will discuss the differences between bankruptcy court litigation and state court or federal district court practice. They will draw on their own personal experiences to help bridge the gap and impart practice tips that are not covered in law school. (Suffolk PDR credit) RSVP
- Let's Do Lunch: LPM's Guide to the Legal Galaxy- From Efficiency to Profitability - Wednesday, February 8, 12:30 to 2:00pm, MBA. The Massachusetts Bar Association's Law Practice Management Section continues its monthly "Let's Do Lunch" series with a program on efficiency and profitability. The secret to profitability is to make your generation of revenue as efficient as possible. No matter what you are doing as a lawyer, you'll make more money if you do it efficiently. Join Cristina Shinnick and Susan Letterman-White as they return to share the secrets of being a top-notch project manager without the need for a PhD in project management. Geared toward practitioners of all experience levels, these lunch programs provide an opportunity to learn from practice management leaders on how to be a better marketer and more efficient practitioner, which results in more profits for your firm. (Suffolk PDR credit) Register
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Diversity and Inclusion
- A number of organizations are offering diversity receptions, programs (like the ones listed below) and scholarships for students graduating in 2018 and 2019. You can view the lists of 1L and 2L opportunities in the Document Library on Symplicity under the 'Resources' tab. Some deadlines are approaching very soon!
- Legal Aid Society Diversity Open House - Thursday, January 19, 6:00pm, Debevoise & Plimpton, 919 Third Avenue, Manhattan.The Legal Aid Society welcomes 1L and 2L law students to attend their Fourth Annual Diversity Fair. Hosted by Debevoise & Plimpton, the Diversity Fair will offer law students the opportunity to network with Legal Aid Society supervisors and staff attorneys who are people of color and/or LGBT, and learn more about internships and job opportunities at The Legal Aid Society. Debevoise & Plimpton is located at 919 Third Avenue in Manhattan. The firm is generously providing their space for this event, in addition to supplying light refreshments for attendees. For more information, email recruitmentbcs@legal-aid.org.
- BLG Charting Your Legal Future Event: A Career Conference for Law Students of Color - Wednesday, January 25, 5:00 to 8:00pm, Foley Hoag, 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston. This is a great opportunity for law students to learn directly from practicing Boston area attorneys and professional development staff. Join the Boston Lawyers Group for interactive panels on relevant topics designed to further your career knowledge and opportunities. Topics of discussion: life as a lawyer in Boston; how to succeed in your job search; and mentoring/coaching - practical strategies for success. This event includes dinner and a networking social to conclude the evening. RSVP by Friday, January 20.
- A Kick-Off to Service by the WBA's Women of Color Committee - Thursday, January 26, 6:00pm, Sunstein Kann, 125 Summer Street, Boston. Please join the Women of Color Committee for a social event in the new year. You will have the opportunity to network and socialize with fellow WBA members and share ideas for future programming. RSVP
- Robins Kaplan 1L Diversity Internship Program and Information Reception - Thursday, February 2, 6:00 to 8:00pm, 800 Boylston Street, Boston. The firm is hosting a reception for 1Ls to learn more about their 1L Diversity Internship Program. This is a ten-week, paid position in which you participate in the Summer Associate phase of their Exceptional Advocate Training Program - culminating with a mock arbitration in front of a sitting judge. RSVP with application materials (resume, cover letter, writing sample and transcript if available) to Andrea Howlett at ahowlett@robinskaplan.com by January 24, 2017.
- Demystifying the Large Firm Practice: A Seminar for First-Year Law Students from Diverse Backgrounds - Thursday, February 16, 5;30 to 8:00pm, Holland & Knight, 10 St. James Avenue, Boston. What qualities are firms looking for in prospective summer associates? What can I do to strengthen my candidacy in this tough economic climate? What differentiates one law firm from another? On February 16, a panel of Holland & Knight associates and partners will provide insight into these questions and more. Panelists will discuss their experiences at a large firm, including how they chose their particular areas of practice. They will also address the nuances of the large firm interview process. The event will provide an unparalleled opportunity to learn about associate responsibilities and expectations at most law firms. You will have the opportunity to ask questions in a relaxed atmosphere. Following the discussion, students are invited to join the panelists, as well as other Holland & Knight attorneys, for a cocktail reception. RSVP to bronagh.fay@hklaw.com.
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Links
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Suffolk University Law School
Professional & Career Development Office
120 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02108-4977
Phone: 617-573-8148
Fax: 617-573-8706
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Office Hours:
Monday through Thursday - 8:45am to 6:00pm
Friday - 8:45am to 4:45pm
Walk-in Hours (during academic year only):
Monday through Thursday - 5:00 to 6:00pm
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