Monday, September 28, 2009

Programs this Week

Monday, Sept. 28
3Ls: Java with Jessie
3:30 p.m. Starbucks at Royal Park

Meet with a counselor and your fellow classmates in a neutral and informal setting to share ideas for achieving career success.




Tuesday, Sept. 29
Energy Law Program w/ Frederick M. Bryant, Esq.
12pm, HOL 345


Guest speaker Frederick M. Bryant, Esq. has 39 years of experience in the energy law field and will share his insights about opportunities in this expanding field. Mr. Bryant is currently the general counsel for the Florida Municipal Power Agency; his experience has touched on all aspects of energy law including litigation, transactional work and lobbying.



Tuesday, Sept. 29
Etiquette Dinner w/ Julie Fleming
6-8pm, Hillel House

Come enjoy a three-course meal with Julie Fleming, author & attorney development coach with Life at the Bar. Learn about proper etiquette during an interview or reception, breaking into an ongoing conversation, & connecting with other professionals. In this economy, it is vital to set yourself apart from the rest. We can show you how! Hosted by UF FAWL & the CCD and co-sponsored by JMBA. Pick uptickets in the JMBA office for $14.



Thursday, Oct. 1
View from the Bench w/ Reception
1-5pm, Federal Courthouse


Seminar from 1:00-5:00 p.m.
° Best Practices in Writing and Oral Arguments before the Court with U.S. Circuit Judge Charles R. Wilson, Senior U.S. District Judge William F. Stafford and U.S. Magistrate Judge Gary R. Jones
° Developments in the Northern District of Florida and Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, Chief Judge Stephan P. Mickle
° Basic Appellate Practice: Tips for New Appellate Practitioners and Trial Lawyers, Steven L. Brannock, Esq.

Reception at 5 p.m. in the Gainesville U.S. Courthouse
° 10 students will be able to attend the reception, a great opportunity to meet and interact with the presenting federal judges.
° If interested, please send an email to: careers@law.ufl.edu by 3pm Tues., September 29th.

Law student cost is $20 before 9/28/09 and $25 thereafter. Registration forms available in the CCD.



Thursday, Oct. 1

D.C. Externship Opportunities

Noon, Bailey Courtroom

Scott Knittle, Esq. of the Washington Center will speak to 2L’s and 3L’s about visiting student/externship opportunities in Washington, D.C. Find out how you can get a first-hand view of the policy and legal practice in the nation’s capital and develop connections and experience often sought by potential employers.