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Exam4 Availability for Spring 2013 Finals
Posted March 29th, 2013 by James A. BeckerSummer and Fall 2013 Registration: Course Schedules Reminder
Posted March 29th, 2013 by Timothy S. HallAs you finish your preparations for Summer and Fall registrations, please be sure that you have checked your registration details against the most recent version of the schedules. The most recent versions will always be those available on the law school website under the Academics:Course Schedules link. As of today, March 29, the most recent version of the Summer materials are dated March 22, and the most recent version of the Fall materials are dated March 27 (schedule and Course Notes) and 28 (Exam schedule). As always, if you notice any discrepancies between the official version of the schedule materials on the law school website and the information available in the University registration system, please bring them to the attention of Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Tim Hall.
Apply Now for the Summer/Fall 2013 UofL Law Clinic!
Posted March 28th, 2013 by Kimberly K. BallardThe Law Clinic is a student run firm supervised by Professor Santry. The student attorneys are responsible for handling all aspects of the cases. This includes interviewing the client, prepping the client for the hearing, gathering evidence, participating in hearings as a student attorney, and closing the case. The Law Clinic gives students real court room experience with real clients.
To be eligible to participate in the clinic, students must have completed 60 hours. This is a requirement under Rules of the Supreme Court (SCR) 2.540 to receive a limited license to practice law. This 4 credit class meets the skills graduation requirement.
For more information about the Law Clinic visit: http://www.law.louisville.edu/lawclinic.
To apply, please email your
1. unofficial transcript,
2. resume, and
3. a short statement of interest
to: Shelley.santry@louisville.edu by April 5, 2013 at 5pm.
Interested in Studying Intellectual Property Law this Summer in Croatia?
Posted March 28th, 2013 by Kimberly K. BallardMichigan State University has a summer study program in Croatia, with a special focus in intellectual property law. On Monday, April 1, Professor Adam Candeub of Michigan State will be visiting UofL, and he would be happy to meet with any students considering taking part in the program. Professor Candeub will be available from 11:30 to 12:15, and again from 1:15 on. You can meet with him in Professor Cross's office (Room 248).
Kaufman and Coffman Scholarship
Posted March 28th, 2013 by Kimberly K. BallardEarn Academic Credit for Summer Externships
Posted March 28th, 2013 by Kimberly K. Ballard- 1L Curriculum:
Summer Judicial Externship - 1L Curriculum + 40 credit hours:
Metro Government Externship
General Electric Externship - 1L Curriculum + 60 credit hours:
Legal Aid Externship - 60 credit hours + Criminal Law, Evidence, and CrimPro: Constitutional Issues:
Commonwealth Attorney’s Office Externship
County Attorney’s Office Externship
Department of Public Advocacy Externship
More detailed information about opportunities is available on the TWEN course titled Externship INFORMATION. You may also contact Professor Jordan for information.
Earn Academic Credit for Externship with General Electric
Posted March 28th, 2013 by Kimberly K. BallardThe student extern will be placed under the supervision of a Senior Counsel supporting the commercial sales department, but may have exposure to other areas of practice and business operations, depending on need and student interest. Will require 16 hours of work per week during the 7 week summer term; and 8-12 hours per week during the fall semester. Prerequisites: 40 hours, including first year curriculum. Contact Professor Jordan for more information.
Revised Fall 2013 Final Exam Schedule With Makeup Dates
Posted March 28th, 2013 by Timothy S. HallApply Now for the Summer/Fall 2013 UofL Law Clinic!
Posted March 27th, 2013 by Kimberly K. BallardThe Law Clinic is a student run firm supervised by Professor Santry. The student attorneys are responsible for handling all aspects of the cases. This includes interviewing the client, prepping the client for the hearing, gathering evidence, participating in hearings as a student attorney, and closing the case. The Law Clinic gives students real court room experience with real clients.
To be eligible to participate in the clinic, students must have completed 60 hours. This is a requirement under Rules of the Supreme Court (SCR) 2.540 to receive a limited license to practice law. This 4 credit class meets the skills graduation requirement.
For more information about the Law Clinic visit: http://www.law.louisville.edu/lawclinic.
To apply, please email your
1. unofficial transcript,
2. resume, and
3. a short statement of interest
to: Shelley.santry@louisville.edu by April 5, 2013 at 5pm.
Law Clinic (CASE) Fellowship Applications Now Being Accepted!!
Posted March 27th, 2013 by Kimberly K. BallardThe CASE fellowship with the Brandeis School of Law is a paid fellowship that will run from July 2013 to May 2014, and involves representing low income domestic violence victims in custody cases in Jefferson Family Court. All law students who have completed 60 hours are eligible to apply. A limited license to practice law is required. Each student will work at least 10 hours/week at $8.50/hour.
The experience you will gain from practicing law and representing clients in court will set you apart from your classmates no matter what area of law you want to practice when you graduate. Don't let this opportunity pass you by!
To apply, send an unofficial transcript, resume and cover letter to Professor Shelley Santry at shelley.santry@louisville.edu by April 5, at 5pm.