Saturday, December 30, 2006
Wednesday, November 22, 2006
SRBLSA Convention Keynote Speaker...
THE SOUTHERN REGION OF THE NATIONAL BLACK LAW STUDENTS ASSOCIATION WELCOMES PROFESSOR OF LAW DONALD Q. COCHRAN AS OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKER FOR THE 36TH ANNUAL ANNIVERSARY RECOGNITION AND AWARDS BANQUETDonald Q. Cochran
Originally from Columbia, Missouri, Professor Cochran holds both an undergraduate and law degree from Vanderbilt University.
After graduating from law school, Professor Cochran headed to Atlanta where he was a law clerk to United States District Judge Julie Carnes. In 1993, he moved to Birmingham to assume a position as a deputy district attorney for Jefferson County, Alabama. As part of the special prosecutions unit, dedicated to sex crimes and homicides, he handled approximately 70 jury trials including 16 capital murder cases.
In 1998, Professor Cochran moved to a position as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama. He successfully prosecuted a number of high profile criminal cases including the 1963 Sixteenth Street Baptist Church bomber, Bobby Frank Cherry. For his work in the Sixteenth Street Church Bombing Case, Professor Cochran received the Directors award and was the subject of a feature story in the Vanderbilt Lawyer.
One of Professor Cochran’s great strengths as a practicing lawyer was his ability to integrate technology into the presentation of a case. He has developed and teaches an Advanced Trial Advocacy course which stresses the use of technology. He also teaches Basic Trial Advocacy and Criminal law.
Mail:
Cumberland School of Law
Samford University
800 Lakeshore Dr.
Birmingham, AL 35229
Wednesday, November 15, 2006
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
Mock Trial Winners
The 2006 Honorable E. Earle Zehmer Memorial Mock Trial Competition sponsored by the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers was held on November 10-12, 2006 at the Palm Beach County Courthouse. Congratulations to the final round participants, Stetson School of Law and Florida State University Law School.
Ultimately, FSU was victorious!
We look forward to seeing all of you during the Mock Trial competitions in Janurary in Miami.
Thursday, November 09, 2006
Virgil Hawkins Florida Chapter National Bar Association, Inc.
presents
BEAT THE BAR
a FREE Bar Preparation Seminar to help law students prepare for the Florida Bar Exam
Saturday, November 18, 2006
Florida A & M University College of Law
201 Beggs Avenue, Room 253
Orlando, Florida 32801
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
featuring:
Bar Exam Preparation Skills and Strategies
Information on Tackling the Bar Application
Advice from Recent Bar Examinees
Sample Exam Question and Answer Review
BRING A PEN & PAD or YOUR LAPTOP
~ Lunch will be Provided ~
***The Florida Bar Foundation provides support to this program***
For questions or to RSVP, please email: studentliaison@vhfcnba.org
presents
BEAT THE BAR
a FREE Bar Preparation Seminar to help law students prepare for the Florida Bar Exam
Saturday, November 18, 2006
Florida A & M University College of Law
201 Beggs Avenue, Room 253
Orlando, Florida 32801
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
featuring:
Bar Exam Preparation Skills and Strategies
Information on Tackling the Bar Application
Advice from Recent Bar Examinees
Sample Exam Question and Answer Review
BRING A PEN & PAD or YOUR LAPTOP
~ Lunch will be Provided ~
***The Florida Bar Foundation provides support to this program***
For questions or to RSVP, please email: studentliaison@vhfcnba.org
Sunday, November 05, 2006
Jacksonville Bar Association presents...
Tuesday, November 21th, 2006
The Jacksonville Bar Association invites you to attend its Membership Luncheon!
Date: Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Time: 12:15 p.m.
Location: Omni Hotel
245 Water St
Jacksonville, FL 32202
(904) 355-6664
Must RSVP by November 16. Sign up online at
JaxBarLunch or Contact The Jacksonville Bar Association at (904)-399-4486 for additional information.
FAMU College of Law - ATLA Chapter Golf Tournament
November 17th, 2006
The Florida A&M University College of Law's Association of Trial Lawyers of America (ATLA) Chapter invites you to attend its Inaugural Golf Tournament Scramble!
The Florida A&M University College of Law's Association of Trial Lawyers of America (ATLA) Chapter invites you to attend its Inaugural Golf Tournament Scramble!
Date: Friday, November 17, 2006
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Dubsdread Golf Course
Cost: Free Green fees and cart fees
Click here for sign-up form, or contact event leader K.J. Myllynen at 321-331-6505 or kjmyllynen@yahoo.com for additional information.
The ABA in Orlando presents...
Orange County Bar Association and YLS monthly luncheons are open to members and guests. To ensure proper luncheon count, RSVPs are requested no later than 48 hours in advance. Those reserving less than 24 hours in advance will not be guaranteed a name badge. If you have RSVPed and find that you are unable to attend, please notify us as soon as possible via e-mail. We appreciate your effort to keep us up-to-date on your reservation status.
November 16th, 2006
YLS November Luncheon
Location: Citrus Club
Time: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fee Members: $18.00 ($20.00 late registration)
Fee Non-Members: $18.00 ($20.00late registration)
Fee Affiliates: $
Fee Guests: $18.00
Notes: Citrus Club, 255 S. Orange Ave., 18th Floor. The cost is $18.00 for those who RSVP in advance ($10.00 for solo practitioners and government attorneys) and $20.00 for walk-ups. Please RSVP to OCBAYLS@gmail.com no later than 24 hours in advance.
November 30th, 2006
OCBA November Luncheon
Location: Downtown Orlando Marriott
Time: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fee Members: $0 ($0 late registration)
Fee Non-Members: $20 (late registration)
Fee Affiliates: $15
Fee Guests: $20
Notes:
Sponsored by Westlaw
U.S. Senator Mel Martinez
A Washington Update
Please RSVP by November 28, 2006, to reservations@ocbanet.org.
November 16th, 2006
YLS November Luncheon
Location: Citrus Club
Time: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fee Members: $18.00 ($20.00 late registration)
Fee Non-Members: $18.00 ($20.00late registration)
Fee Affiliates: $
Fee Guests: $18.00
Notes: Citrus Club, 255 S. Orange Ave., 18th Floor. The cost is $18.00 for those who RSVP in advance ($10.00 for solo practitioners and government attorneys) and $20.00 for walk-ups. Please RSVP to OCBAYLS@gmail.com no later than 24 hours in advance.
November 30th, 2006
OCBA November Luncheon
Location: Downtown Orlando Marriott
Time: 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fee Members: $0 ($0 late registration)
Fee Non-Members: $20 (late registration)
Fee Affiliates: $15
Fee Guests: $20
Notes:
Sponsored by Westlaw
U.S. Senator Mel Martinez
A Washington Update
Please RSVP by November 28, 2006, to reservations@ocbanet.org.
ELECTION PROTECTION
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Legal, Community and Business Activities
This year, Florida attorneys and other volunteers will be doing the work protecting our elections. This is a nonpartisan effort. Attorneys may volunteer to answer calls that come in on the EP hotline from voters and volunteers in the field or they may work at precinct(s) to make sure that the polls open on time and that voters are allowed to vote with the proper identification, and to help resolve voting issues and report any irregularities that the volunteer witnesses.
Legal, Community and Business Activities
This year, Florida attorneys and other volunteers will be doing the work protecting our elections. This is a nonpartisan effort. Attorneys may volunteer to answer calls that come in on the EP hotline from voters and volunteers in the field or they may work at precinct(s) to make sure that the polls open on time and that voters are allowed to vote with the proper identification, and to help resolve voting issues and report any irregularities that the volunteer witnesses.
All volunteers will receive training before Election Day. The Election Protection Trainings will be Sunday, November 5th @ 6 – 9 p.m and Monday, November 6th @ 6 – 9 p.m. at the People for the American Way Foundation, 2915 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 210, Miami, Florida Volunteers may work for any period of time on Election Day between 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., or all day.
Individuals interested in volunteering may register as an Election Protection volunteer at www.866ourvote.com. The strength and breadth of the Florida Election Protection program is limited only by the number of people who volunteer.
For more information, contact Muslima Lewis, Senior Attorney and Racial Justice Project Director, American Civil Liberties Union of Florida, 4500 Biscayne Boulevard, Su. 340, Miami, FL 33137-3227, (786) 363-2700.
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Regional Chair Message
Greetings SRBLSA!
This has been an extremely busy semester! I'd like to congratulate those individuals who have accepted job offers for next year, offer good luck to those who are still searching and well wishes to the 1L's who are preparing for first semester exams.
Additionally, I was extremely pleased with the turnout on the first ever Presidents Conference Call that was held on October 19th. As a reminder, there are several NBLSA/SRBLSA deadlines approaching
1. Deadline to lock in Miami Convention Early Bird Registration Rates Nov 1, 2006. If your school has requested funding, and are awaiting a check, please forward a copy of the check request to Jarrett Tyus at jtyus3@gmail.com, to ensure that your chapter can take advantage of the early bird rate.
REMEMBER, You can lock in the early bird rate, by making a $50 deposit. Registration can be accessed online at http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=118760.
Additionally, all persons who are registered early, are entered in a raffle to win a prize valued at $200. We will announce the winner and prize shortly.
2. NBLSA Scholarship Applications: Due Nov 1, 2006. For details about the three available scholarships, go to: http://www.nblsa.org/resources/scholarships/
3. SRBLSA P.U.R.P.O.S.E Scholarship Applications Due: November 15, 2006.
Please see our page on Facebook for the forms, or contact our Regional Secretary Brandi Stewart at brandimstewart@hotmail.com.
Good luck to everyone on the upcoming MPRE and finals.
With purpose,
kbh
This has been an extremely busy semester! I'd like to congratulate those individuals who have accepted job offers for next year, offer good luck to those who are still searching and well wishes to the 1L's who are preparing for first semester exams.
Additionally, I was extremely pleased with the turnout on the first ever Presidents Conference Call that was held on October 19th. As a reminder, there are several NBLSA/SRBLSA deadlines approaching
1. Deadline to lock in Miami Convention Early Bird Registration Rates Nov 1, 2006. If your school has requested funding, and are awaiting a check, please forward a copy of the check request to Jarrett Tyus at jtyus3@gmail.com, to ensure that your chapter can take advantage of the early bird rate.
REMEMBER, You can lock in the early bird rate, by making a $50 deposit. Registration can be accessed online at http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=118760.
Additionally, all persons who are registered early, are entered in a raffle to win a prize valued at $200. We will announce the winner and prize shortly.
2. NBLSA Scholarship Applications: Due Nov 1, 2006. For details about the three available scholarships, go to: http://www.nblsa.org/resources/scholarships/
3. SRBLSA P.U.R.P.O.S.E Scholarship Applications Due: November 15, 2006.
Please see our page on Facebook for the forms, or contact our Regional Secretary Brandi Stewart at brandimstewart@hotmail.com.
Good luck to everyone on the upcoming MPRE and finals.
With purpose,
kbh
NBLSA SCHOLARSHIPS (1Ls, 2Ls, 3Ls, Undergrads)
Rodney Pulliam Memorial Scholarship
Application Deadline: November 1, 2006
PURPOSE
The Executive Board is proud to announce the Rodney Pulliam Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is in honor of, Rodney Pulliam, who served as our National Chair as for the 1998-1999 academic year. Mr. Pulliam was an inspiration to all who knew him in service as a minister, husband, father, community activist, community servant and attorney. The scholarship shall be awarded in the amount of $500.00 to be used exclusively towards a Bar/Bri Bar preparation course. Thirty (30) scholarships in total with a break down of five (5) scholarships per region, representative of the Western, Rocky Mountain, Southern, Midwest, Mid Atlantic and Northeast Regions.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
This scholarship will be awarded in the form of a $500.00 BARBRI certificate to thirty (30) recipients (five (5) from each of the six (6) NBLSA regions). Each recipient must be a second (2L) or third (3L) year law student. Applicants must write an essay addressing the issue posed by the essay question.
ESSAY QUESTION:
Do you feel that Affirmative Action has outlived its usefulness with regard to the African American community? If so, is there any need for the legal community to act in order to change it? If not, what else should the legal community focus on outside of the current scope of Affirmative Action in order to increase the higher educational opportunities for African American students?
The winning essay will be chosen on purpose, practicality, content, grammar and style. The essay must not exceed 1000 words, be typed, and be double-spaced on 8 ½" x 11" paper.
Application Deadline: November 1, 2006
PURPOSE
The Executive Board is proud to announce the Rodney Pulliam Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is in honor of, Rodney Pulliam, who served as our National Chair as for the 1998-1999 academic year. Mr. Pulliam was an inspiration to all who knew him in service as a minister, husband, father, community activist, community servant and attorney. The scholarship shall be awarded in the amount of $500.00 to be used exclusively towards a Bar/Bri Bar preparation course. Thirty (30) scholarships in total with a break down of five (5) scholarships per region, representative of the Western, Rocky Mountain, Southern, Midwest, Mid Atlantic and Northeast Regions.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
This scholarship will be awarded in the form of a $500.00 BARBRI certificate to thirty (30) recipients (five (5) from each of the six (6) NBLSA regions). Each recipient must be a second (2L) or third (3L) year law student. Applicants must write an essay addressing the issue posed by the essay question.
ESSAY QUESTION:
Do you feel that Affirmative Action has outlived its usefulness with regard to the African American community? If so, is there any need for the legal community to act in order to change it? If not, what else should the legal community focus on outside of the current scope of Affirmative Action in order to increase the higher educational opportunities for African American students?
The winning essay will be chosen on purpose, practicality, content, grammar and style. The essay must not exceed 1000 words, be typed, and be double-spaced on 8 ½" x 11" paper.
CRITERIA
In order to be considered for the scholarship, please submit the following:
- Four (4) copies of your essay. Do NOT put your name or any identifying information on any page of the essay.
- A letter from your chapter President or Treasurer certifying that you are a dues paying member for the 2006-2007 school year.
- Letter from your law school certifying that you are an eligible J.D. candidate for the 2006-2007 school year; or will become and eligible candidate before December 2007.
SELECTION PROCESS
Members of the NBLSA Board shall select the scholarship recipients. All proposals must be postmarked on or before Wednesday, November 1, 2006. All recipients will be notified by December 1, 2006 of their award and will be invited to attend the National Convention in Atlanta, GA at the recipient’s expense. Attendance at the convention is not a requirement to enter the contest. Please duplicate the application as necessary.
Please send your completed application package to:
Conway Ekpo & Nicole Alexander
NBLSA Education Co-Chairs
24 Johnson Avenue
Newark, NJ 07108
Attn: Rodney Pulliam Memorial Scholarship
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Nelson Mandela Scholarship
Application Deadline: November 1, 2006
PURPOSE
The Executive Board of the National Black Law Students Association (NBLSA) is pleased to announce the annual Nelson Mandela Scholarship. The scholarship’s namesake is the famed South African civil rights activities and political leader. Mr. Mandela has dedicated his life to liberating the people of South Africa from the oppressive hands of apartheid and segregation. The liberation efforts of Mr. Mandela are an inspiration to the members of NBLSA, which is why we choose to award this scholarship in his name. NBLSA takes great pride in the spirit of Mr. Mandela’s efforts to improve the state of affairs of Black people in South Africa.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
The scholarship is awarded on an annual basis to six (6) African-American college students/graduates (one students from each NBLSA region) who plan to enter law school in the United States in the Spring of 2007 or Fall of 2007 and who will be first year law students, and to first year (1L) law students who entered law school during the Fall of 2006, and are currently first year law students. A $1000 monetary award and a certificate will be given to each student. The scholarship will provide financial support for award and a certificate will be given to each student. The scholarship will provide financial support for those whose financial condition is minimal. The scholarship can be used by the student in whatever capacity need be. Applicants must write a proposal addressing the issue raised by the essay question:
ESSAY QUESTION
The United States government has recognized the violence, slaughter, rape, starvation and displacement of the Sudanese people in Darfur as "genocide". What role, if any, should the United States government play in eliminating this situation and why?
The winning essay will be chosen on content, grammar and style. The essay must be the completed product of the entrant. The proposal must be between 500 and 1000 words, typed, and double-spaced on 8 ½” x 11” paper.
CRITERIA
- Four (4) copy of your essay (between 500 and 1000 words). Put your name and address information on the cover sheet of the essay. (Do NOT put your name or any identifying information on any page of the essay)
- A resume and two (2) letters of recommendation
- An official transcript from all undergraduate institutions and law schools.
- Must submit verification of acceptance to law school for the Spring or Fall 2006 or letter from your law school that you are a current first year student who entered law school in the Fall of 2006.
- Must include community service, future career plans, and extracurricular activities.
SELECTION PROCESS
Members of the NBLSA National Board shall select the scholarship recipients. All proposals must be postmarked on or before Wednesday, November 1, 2006. All recipients will be notified by December 1, 2006 if their award and will be invited to attend the National Convention in Atlanta, GA at the recipient’s expense. Attendance at the convention is not a requirement to enter the contest. Please duplicate the application as necessary.
Please send your completed application package to:
Conway Ekpo & Nicole Alexander
NBLSA Education Co-Chairs
24 Johnson Avenue
Newark, NJ 07108
Attn: Sandy Brown Memorial Scholarship
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Sandy Brown Memorial Scholarship
Application Deadline: November 1, 2006
PURPOSE
The Executive Board of the National Black Law Students Association is pleased to announce the annual Sandy Brown Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is named after the late Sandy Brown, a past NBLSA western regional director. Two (2) monetary awards (not less than $500) will be given commemorative of Ms. Brown. To be eligible to apply for the scholarship, you must be a rising second (1L) or third (2L) year law student. Applicants must write an essay on the issue posed by the essay question.
ESSAY QUESTION:
Should the recent changes to the bench of the United States Supreme Court give rise for concern in the African American community with respect to the erosion of our civil rights and liberties? If so, how so? If not, why not?
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
The winning essays will be chosen based on content, grammar, and style. The essay must be completed product of the entrant. The essay must be between 250 and 500 words, typed, and double-spaced on 8 ½” x 11” paper.
CRITERIA
In order to be considered for the scholarship, please submit the following:
- Four (4) copies of your essay. Do NOT put your name or any identifying information on any page of the essay.
- A letter from your chapter President and Treasurer certifying that you are a dues paying member for the 2006-2007 school year.
- Letters from your law school certifying that you are a rising second or third year law student for the 2006-2007 school year.
SELECTION PROCESS
Members of the NBLSA National Board shall select the scholarship recipients. All proposals must be postmarked on or before the Wednesday, November 1, 2006. All recipients will be notified by December 1, 2006, of their award and will be invited to attend the National Convention in Atlanta, GA at the recipient’s expense. Attendance at the convention is not a requirement to enter the contest.
Please send your completed application package to:
Conway Ekpo & Nicole Alexander
NBLSA Education Co-Chairs
24 Johnson Avenue
Newark, NJ 07108
Attn: Sandy Brown Memorial Scholarship
Monday, October 30, 2006
Monday, October 23, 2006
President's Roundtable- AN ABSOLUTE SUCCESS!
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Chapter Presidents and Vice Presidents from
Chapter Presidents and Vice Presidents from
Florida BLSAs met to discuss
pertinent issues facing our chapters.
Attendees included:
Corris McIntosh- Stetson University College of Law
Danna Magloire- St. Thomas School of Law
Brandi Johnson- Florida A&M University School of Law
Jeanelle Ferril- Florida International University College of Law
Gerrard Grant- University of Florida School of Law
Nexcy De La Rosa- Nova Southeastern School of Law
Joycelyn Brown- University of Miami School of Law
Sheryl Montour- St. Thomas University School of Law
Kira Brereton- University of Miami School of Law (National Director of Programming)
Nneka Uzodinma- University of Miami School of Law (Sub-Regional Director)
Attendees included:
Corris McIntosh- Stetson University College of Law
Danna Magloire- St. Thomas School of Law
Brandi Johnson- Florida A&M University School of Law
Jeanelle Ferril- Florida International University College of Law
Gerrard Grant- University of Florida School of Law
Nexcy De La Rosa- Nova Southeastern School of Law
Joycelyn Brown- University of Miami School of Law
Sheryl Montour- St. Thomas University School of Law
Kira Brereton- University of Miami School of Law (National Director of Programming)
Nneka Uzodinma- University of Miami School of Law (Sub-Regional Director)
We would like to thank our sponsors for this event:
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Thursday, October 19, 2006
Friday, October 13, 2006
Chapter Presidents Conference Call
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CHAPTER PRESIDENTS CONFERENCE CALL
THURSDAY 10-19-06 AT 8PM CENTRAL/9PM EASTERN
The Chair of the Southern Region would like to have a
Presidents Conference Call in order to share a few announcements
with the chapters and touch base with each President to assess concerns
and answer any questions you may have. The call should last no longer
than an hour and an agenda along with a reminder will be sent the night before.
Instructions: Dial (712) 775-7000, once the operator asks for the Participant Access Code,
enter the following number: 236396#.
Have a great evening!
Brandi Stewart
Secretary, SRBLSA
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CHAPTER PRESIDENTS CONFERENCE CALL
THURSDAY 10-19-06 AT 8PM CENTRAL/9PM EASTERN
The Chair of the Southern Region would like to have a
Presidents Conference Call in order to share a few announcements
with the chapters and touch base with each President to assess concerns
and answer any questions you may have. The call should last no longer
than an hour and an agenda along with a reminder will be sent the night before.
Instructions: Dial (712) 775-7000, once the operator asks for the Participant Access Code,
enter the following number: 236396#.
Have a great evening!
Brandi Stewart
Secretary, SRBLSA
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Sunday, October 08, 2006
Wednesday, October 04, 2006
A Message from Our Convention Coordinators
Convention Registration
BLSA members can register for the convention two ways
1. The attached forms can be mailed in to the convention co-coordinators.
2. Registration can take place at the following website. http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=118760%20
For Delegates/Convention Participants
Great news!!!! The Southern Region Executive Board is extending a SPECIAL OFFER for all participants who register during the early registration period for the 36th Annual SRBLSA convention! SRBLSA is allowing participants to submit a $50 deposit in order to reserve their spot at the SRBLSA Convention and still receive the early registration fee of $115.
All persons who register early for the convention may mail/register online with a $50 placeholder fee, postmarked by no later than November 1, 2006,and lock in the early convention registration fee of $115. The remaining balance ($65) for the early convention registration fee must be postmarked/paid by December 1, 2006.
Those who wish to take advantage of this special offer must submit their $50 check payment along with their completed registration and fees form or have the payment made online. You must mark the fees form to indicate that you are registering for the early registration rate of $115.
If the remaining balance ($65) is not postmarked (or the payment not made online) by December 1, 2006, the regular registration fee ($165) will apply. SRBLSA will credit the initial $50 to the remaining balance for regular registration. As such, the remaining balance would be $115 and still must be postmarked by no later than January 16, 2006.
For Competitors/CoachesGreat news!!!!
The Southern Region Executive Board is extending a SPECIAL OFFER for all participants who register during the early registration period for the 36th Annual SRBLSA convention! SRBLSA is allowing participants to submit a $50 deposit in order to reserve their spot at the SRBLSA Convention and still receive the early registration fee of $100.
All persons who register early for the convention may mail/register online a $50 placeholder fee, postmarked by no later than November 1, 2006, and lock in the early convention registration fee of $100. The remaining balance ($50) for the early convention registration fee must be postmarked/paid by December 1, 2006. Those who wish to take advantage of this special offer must submit their $50 check along with their completed registration and fees form or have the payment made online. You must mark the fees form to indicate that you are registering for the early registration rate of $100.
If the remaining balance ($50) is not postmarked (or the payment not made online) by December 1, 2006, the regular registration fee ($150) will apply. SRBLSA will credit the initial $50 to the remaining balance for regular registration. As such, the remaining balance would be $100 and still must be postmarked by no later than January 16, 2006.
Hotel Registration
The Radisson Hotel Miami, will be the host of the SRBLSA 2007 Convention. In order to book a hotel room please take the following steps.
Since the Radisson is offering special rates for convention attendees, enter "NBLSA" in the field "Promotional Code".
RESERVE YOUR ROOM HERE!
Any Further Questions:
Please see the SRBLSA page on the NBLSA website for further convention information.
http://www.nblsa.org/regions/southern/events/convention/2006-2007/index.html
Please also check out our promotional video at http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=4684246070924851340&pr=goog-sl
I look forward to seeing all in Miami!!
Kafi D. Kennedy Swanson
University of Miami School of Law, 2L
SRBLSA 2006-2007 Convention Co-Coordinator
http://www.nblsa.org/regions/southern/events/convention/2006-2007/index.html
Brandi Stewart
J.D. Candidate, May 2007
UK College of Law
BLSA members can register for the convention two ways
1. The attached forms can be mailed in to the convention co-coordinators.
2. Registration can take place at the following website. http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=118760%20
For Delegates/Convention Participants
Great news!!!! The Southern Region Executive Board is extending a SPECIAL OFFER for all participants who register during the early registration period for the 36th Annual SRBLSA convention! SRBLSA is allowing participants to submit a $50 deposit in order to reserve their spot at the SRBLSA Convention and still receive the early registration fee of $115.
All persons who register early for the convention may mail/register online with a $50 placeholder fee, postmarked by no later than November 1, 2006,and lock in the early convention registration fee of $115. The remaining balance ($65) for the early convention registration fee must be postmarked/paid by December 1, 2006.
Those who wish to take advantage of this special offer must submit their $50 check payment along with their completed registration and fees form or have the payment made online. You must mark the fees form to indicate that you are registering for the early registration rate of $115.
If the remaining balance ($65) is not postmarked (or the payment not made online) by December 1, 2006, the regular registration fee ($165) will apply. SRBLSA will credit the initial $50 to the remaining balance for regular registration. As such, the remaining balance would be $115 and still must be postmarked by no later than January 16, 2006.
For Competitors/CoachesGreat news!!!!
The Southern Region Executive Board is extending a SPECIAL OFFER for all participants who register during the early registration period for the 36th Annual SRBLSA convention! SRBLSA is allowing participants to submit a $50 deposit in order to reserve their spot at the SRBLSA Convention and still receive the early registration fee of $100.
All persons who register early for the convention may mail/register online a $50 placeholder fee, postmarked by no later than November 1, 2006, and lock in the early convention registration fee of $100. The remaining balance ($50) for the early convention registration fee must be postmarked/paid by December 1, 2006. Those who wish to take advantage of this special offer must submit their $50 check along with their completed registration and fees form or have the payment made online. You must mark the fees form to indicate that you are registering for the early registration rate of $100.
If the remaining balance ($50) is not postmarked (or the payment not made online) by December 1, 2006, the regular registration fee ($150) will apply. SRBLSA will credit the initial $50 to the remaining balance for regular registration. As such, the remaining balance would be $100 and still must be postmarked by no later than January 16, 2006.
Hotel Registration
The Radisson Hotel Miami, will be the host of the SRBLSA 2007 Convention. In order to book a hotel room please take the following steps.
Since the Radisson is offering special rates for convention attendees, enter "NBLSA" in the field "Promotional Code".
RESERVE YOUR ROOM HERE!
Any Further Questions:
Please see the SRBLSA page on the NBLSA website for further convention information.
http://www.nblsa.org/regions/southern/events/convention/2006-2007/index.html
Please also check out our promotional video at http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=4684246070924851340&pr=goog-sl
I look forward to seeing all in Miami!!
Kafi D. Kennedy Swanson
University of Miami School of Law, 2L
SRBLSA 2006-2007 Convention Co-Coordinator
http://www.nblsa.org/regions/southern/events/convention/2006-2007/index.html
Brandi Stewart
J.D. Candidate, May 2007
UK College of Law
A Message from our Regional Secretary
SUB-REGION IV: (FL & PR)
Please complete the following survey. It's quick and easy!!
Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
Sub-Region IV (FL, PR) Linkhttp://FreeOnlineSurveys.com/rendersurvey.asp?sid=i0qxdcata4iogpx227306
SCHOLARSHIP:
Also, we are asking that each member please donate $5 to our P.U.R.P.O.S.E. Scholarship. Attached is the pledge card and application. The scholarship will be given to a student who was affected by the Katrina disaster. If you have any additional questions a/b this scholarship, please contact us at purposescholarship@gmail.comThanks!Brandi StewartSecretary, SRBLSA
Please complete the following survey. It's quick and easy!!
Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
Sub-Region IV (FL, PR) Linkhttp://FreeOnlineSurveys.com/rendersurvey.asp?sid=i0qxdcata4iogpx227306
SCHOLARSHIP:
Also, we are asking that each member please donate $5 to our P.U.R.P.O.S.E. Scholarship. Attached is the pledge card and application. The scholarship will be given to a student who was affected by the Katrina disaster. If you have any additional questions a/b this scholarship, please contact us at purposescholarship@gmail.comThanks!Brandi StewartSecretary, SRBLSA
Tuesday, October 03, 2006
Regional Convention - REGISTER NOW
ALL,
Don't forget to take advantage of early registration for the convention. You still have a few weeks. If you are strapped for cash, you can lock in your rate by paying $50 now and the rest at a later date. You don't want to save on the room only to have to pay a lot more on registration.
Register at:
http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=118760%20
Don't forget to take advantage of early registration for the convention. You still have a few weeks. If you are strapped for cash, you can lock in your rate by paying $50 now and the rest at a later date. You don't want to save on the room only to have to pay a lot more on registration.
Register at:
http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=118760%20
Thursday, September 28, 2006
More Pics
What did you miss at the Academic Retreat?
Go here for more info: http://www.law.miami.edu/news/511.html.
Go here for more info: http://www.law.miami.edu/news/511.html.
Monday, September 25, 2006
Thursday, September 21, 2006
Roundtable Conferences
NOW OPEN -- FALL ROUNDTABLE REGISTRATION
The Law Student Division invites you to attend one of the 2006 Fall Regional Roundtable Conferences. These conferences will provide you with an orientation to the activities of the ABA and the Division and opportunity to meet other students from your region, network and attend substantive programs. If you are interested in becoming involved in the activities of the ABA Law Student Division or just getting a jumpstart on your networking channel, attending the Fall Roundtable is the perfect venue for you to experience first-hand what the ABA Law Student Division can offer you as a student and after you graduate.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND THE FALL ROUNDTABLE?
All Law Student Division members Student Bar Association Presidents, Officers and ABA Representatives Law students interested in the activities of the American Bar Association Law Student Division Anyone interested in building a network to launch your career after graduation.
Students interested in learning how to get the most from their legal education
Those interested in learning about the scope of the profession so you can begin preparing now for your future career.
Remember, it's never too early to start thinking about the classes you need to take or to begin building your network.
WHY SHOULD I ATTEND THE FALL ROUNDTABLE?
The Fall Roundtables will feature Coffee with Experience, your opportunity to discuss your future legal career with some of the nation's most experienced lawyers who will share their insights about adjusting and thriving in the profession. Later, learn about legal careers in such practice settings as national security, labor and employment, or dispute resolution, to name a few, from attorneys and other law professionals who have built successful careers in their chosen fields of law. Interested in Pro Bono? During the Fall Roundtable you will gain an insiders' knowledge on how you can obtain valuable experience while still in law school. Don't want to practice law after your graduate? Find out what doors your law degree will open to you and the opportunities available outside of a law practice.
These are only a few of the possible scenarios that await you during the Fall Roundtables. For more information about what programs and activities are being offered at the Roundtable in your region, please refer the Schedule of Events for details by visiting the general information page for your circuit's Fall Roundtable session:
Circuits 1-2-3-11 October 15, 2006
University of Pennsylvania School of LawPhiladelphia Pennsylvania
http://www.abanet.org/lsd/fall_mtgs/2006/penn/home.html
(1) Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, (2) New York, (3) Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, (11) District of Columbia and George Mason University
Circuits 4-5-6October 15, 2006 Emory University School of LawAtlanta, GA
http://www.abanet.org/lsd/fall_mtgs/2006/atlanta/home.html
(4) North/South Carolina, Virginia (except George Mason University), West Virginia, (5) Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, Tennessee, (6) Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio
Circuits 7-8-10-13
October 7, 2006 Washington University-St. Louis School of LawSt. Louis, MO
http://www.abanet.org/lsd/fall_mtgs/2006/stlouis/home.html
(7) Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, (8) Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North/South Dakota, (10) Arkansas, Kansas, Oklahoma, (13) Louisiana, Texas
Circuits 9-12-14-15
October 7, 2006 Stanford University Law SchoolStanford, California
http://www.abanet.org/lsd/fall_mtgs/2006/stanford/home.html
(9) Southern California, Hawaii, (12) Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington State, (14) Northern California, Nevada, (15) Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming
If you have any questions, please contact the ABA Law Student Division at mailto:abalsd@abanet.org.
The Law Student Division invites you to attend one of the 2006 Fall Regional Roundtable Conferences. These conferences will provide you with an orientation to the activities of the ABA and the Division and opportunity to meet other students from your region, network and attend substantive programs. If you are interested in becoming involved in the activities of the ABA Law Student Division or just getting a jumpstart on your networking channel, attending the Fall Roundtable is the perfect venue for you to experience first-hand what the ABA Law Student Division can offer you as a student and after you graduate.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND THE FALL ROUNDTABLE?
All Law Student Division members Student Bar Association Presidents, Officers and ABA Representatives Law students interested in the activities of the American Bar Association Law Student Division Anyone interested in building a network to launch your career after graduation.
Students interested in learning how to get the most from their legal education
Those interested in learning about the scope of the profession so you can begin preparing now for your future career.
Remember, it's never too early to start thinking about the classes you need to take or to begin building your network.
WHY SHOULD I ATTEND THE FALL ROUNDTABLE?
The Fall Roundtables will feature Coffee with Experience, your opportunity to discuss your future legal career with some of the nation's most experienced lawyers who will share their insights about adjusting and thriving in the profession. Later, learn about legal careers in such practice settings as national security, labor and employment, or dispute resolution, to name a few, from attorneys and other law professionals who have built successful careers in their chosen fields of law. Interested in Pro Bono? During the Fall Roundtable you will gain an insiders' knowledge on how you can obtain valuable experience while still in law school. Don't want to practice law after your graduate? Find out what doors your law degree will open to you and the opportunities available outside of a law practice.
These are only a few of the possible scenarios that await you during the Fall Roundtables. For more information about what programs and activities are being offered at the Roundtable in your region, please refer the Schedule of Events for details by visiting the general information page for your circuit's Fall Roundtable session:
Circuits 1-2-3-11 October 15, 2006
University of Pennsylvania School of LawPhiladelphia Pennsylvania
http://www.abanet.org/lsd/fall_mtgs/2006/penn/home.html
(1) Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, (2) New York, (3) Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, (11) District of Columbia and George Mason University
Circuits 4-5-6October 15, 2006 Emory University School of LawAtlanta, GA
http://www.abanet.org/lsd/fall_mtgs/2006/atlanta/home.html
(4) North/South Carolina, Virginia (except George Mason University), West Virginia, (5) Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, Tennessee, (6) Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio
Circuits 7-8-10-13
October 7, 2006 Washington University-St. Louis School of LawSt. Louis, MO
http://www.abanet.org/lsd/fall_mtgs/2006/stlouis/home.html
(7) Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, (8) Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North/South Dakota, (10) Arkansas, Kansas, Oklahoma, (13) Louisiana, Texas
Circuits 9-12-14-15
October 7, 2006 Stanford University Law SchoolStanford, California
http://www.abanet.org/lsd/fall_mtgs/2006/stanford/home.html
(9) Southern California, Hawaii, (12) Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington State, (14) Northern California, Nevada, (15) Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming
If you have any questions, please contact the ABA Law Student Division at mailto:abalsd@abanet.org.
Monday, September 18, 2006
Are You Interested in Entertainment Law
Dear Colleague:
The ABA Forum on the Entertainment and Sports Industries is pleased toannounce that its annual meeting will be held on October 12-14, 2006 atthe Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel and Spa in Los Angeles,California.
Please note the following highlights:- Keynote Luncheon Speaker: Stacey Snider, Co-Chairman/CEO,DreamWorks. - Ed Rubin Award Recipient: Joel A. Katz of GreenbergTraurig, LLP, Atlanta, GA- 19 Panels on:Ethics/ Substance Abuse Prevention. . . What to Do When a Colleague orFamily Member Is in Trouble?; Young Lawyer/Law Student Orientation: Your Questions Answered; New Technology: Entertainment Megatrends Inand Around the Digital Home; Litigation Plenary: Entertainment LawLitigation Review;Professional Sports Franchise General Counsel Forum;Merchandising and Licensing: Webisodes and Ringtones and Downloads OhMy: The New World of Merchandise and Licensing;Profit Wars -- Cutting Edge Deals in Film and Television;Music Licensing In the 21st Century; Theatre and Performing Arts: LasVegas -- Part II; Current Legal Issues in Amateur & Olympic Sports;Clearing Rights to Music in a Digital World: Legislative Solutions orIndustry Agreements;Traditional Film and Television -- Untraditional Delivery Platforms; Inthe Museum Boardroom: A Roundtable on New Non-Profit Laws andPrescriptions for Transparency;Emerging Trends in Sport Sponsorship & Athlete Endorsement Alliances;Entertainment Law Ethics: Codes, Cases, and Conscience;The Digitization of Sports: a legal and business affairs perspective;Negotiating and Structuring Music Copyright Acquisition and SaleAgreements: The Deal from Start to Finish; The Endless Search forFeature Film Financing; andMoney: Where to Find It, How to Get It and What to Do with It Now thatYou've Got It. - Themed Receptions. - Incredible opportunity to spend valuable and pleasurable time with colleagues. - The AmericanCinematheque Gala honoring George Clooney.
Early Bird Registration expires September 15!!
To register or for moreprogram information and to view the program schedule, please visitwww.abanet.org/forums/entsports/home.html or contact Kim Turner at312.988.5666, turnerk@staff.abanet.org or Teresa Ucok at 312.988.5658,tucok@staff.abanet.org.
Hotel reservation deadline is September 18. Please call the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel and Spa at800.233.1234 to reserve a room. Please mention the ABA Forum on theEntertainment and Sports Industries when making reservations.
We hopeto see you in Los Angeles!
Gary A. Watson , Esq.
Forum Chair
The ABA Forum on the Entertainment and Sports Industries is pleased toannounce that its annual meeting will be held on October 12-14, 2006 atthe Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel and Spa in Los Angeles,California.
Please note the following highlights:- Keynote Luncheon Speaker: Stacey Snider, Co-Chairman/CEO,DreamWorks. - Ed Rubin Award Recipient: Joel A. Katz of GreenbergTraurig, LLP, Atlanta, GA- 19 Panels on:Ethics/ Substance Abuse Prevention. . . What to Do When a Colleague orFamily Member Is in Trouble?; Young Lawyer/Law Student Orientation: Your Questions Answered; New Technology: Entertainment Megatrends Inand Around the Digital Home; Litigation Plenary: Entertainment LawLitigation Review;Professional Sports Franchise General Counsel Forum;Merchandising and Licensing: Webisodes and Ringtones and Downloads OhMy: The New World of Merchandise and Licensing;Profit Wars -- Cutting Edge Deals in Film and Television;Music Licensing In the 21st Century; Theatre and Performing Arts: LasVegas -- Part II; Current Legal Issues in Amateur & Olympic Sports;Clearing Rights to Music in a Digital World: Legislative Solutions orIndustry Agreements;Traditional Film and Television -- Untraditional Delivery Platforms; Inthe Museum Boardroom: A Roundtable on New Non-Profit Laws andPrescriptions for Transparency;Emerging Trends in Sport Sponsorship & Athlete Endorsement Alliances;Entertainment Law Ethics: Codes, Cases, and Conscience;The Digitization of Sports: a legal and business affairs perspective;Negotiating and Structuring Music Copyright Acquisition and SaleAgreements: The Deal from Start to Finish; The Endless Search forFeature Film Financing; andMoney: Where to Find It, How to Get It and What to Do with It Now thatYou've Got It. - Themed Receptions. - Incredible opportunity to spend valuable and pleasurable time with colleagues. - The AmericanCinematheque Gala honoring George Clooney.
Early Bird Registration expires September 15!!
To register or for moreprogram information and to view the program schedule, please visitwww.abanet.org/forums/entsports/home.html or contact Kim Turner at312.988.5666, turnerk@staff.abanet.org or Teresa Ucok at 312.988.5658,tucok@staff.abanet.org.
Hotel reservation deadline is September 18. Please call the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel and Spa at800.233.1234 to reserve a room. Please mention the ABA Forum on theEntertainment and Sports Industries when making reservations.
We hopeto see you in Los Angeles!
Gary A. Watson , Esq.
Forum Chair
Friday, September 15, 2006
South Florida Networking Opportunity
The Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. Bar Associaion will be hosting a membership picnic on Saturday, September 23, 2006. The purpose of the picnic is to introduce all BLSA students in South Florida (UM, STU, Nova, FIU) to prominant minority attorneys and judges in the legal community.
http://www.fergusonbar.org/
MEMBERHSIP TO THE FERGUSON BAR IS FREE!!!!
The picnic will be held at Rod Vereens home - WDFJBA President. For those of you who know Mr. Vereen or have heard of him, you should know that he throws a good party!
The picnic is expected to start around noon and go until.....
Address: 14630 South River Drive, Miami, Florida 33167.
Directions:
It's off of 7th Avenue and 151st. Go west on 151st until you come to the end of the road (Stop sign) South River Drive), make a left and go down about 1/2 mile until you get to 14620 South River. Park and Come on in.
Hope to see you there
http://www.fergusonbar.org/
MEMBERHSIP TO THE FERGUSON BAR IS FREE!!!!
The picnic will be held at Rod Vereens home - WDFJBA President. For those of you who know Mr. Vereen or have heard of him, you should know that he throws a good party!
The picnic is expected to start around noon and go until.....
Address: 14630 South River Drive, Miami, Florida 33167.
Directions:
It's off of 7th Avenue and 151st. Go west on 151st until you come to the end of the road (Stop sign) South River Drive), make a left and go down about 1/2 mile until you get to 14620 South River. Park and Come on in.
Hope to see you there
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Friday, September 08, 2006
Tuesday, September 05, 2006
JOBS JOBS JOBS JOBS JOBS JOBS
Equal Justice Works has seven AmeriCorps Attorney positions still available!
Through the Pro Bono Legal Corps, Equal Justice Works/AmeriCorps Attorneys are placed at pro bono and legal services organizations across the country to promote public service among law students while developing their own legal and professional skills. For many, becoming an AmeriCorps Attorney is the first step to building a successful career in public interest law.
These organizations have openings starting in August/September:
Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (Dayton and Toledo, OH) - 3 positions available
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (Los Angeles, CA) - 1 position available
Louisiana Bar Foundation (Baton Rouge, LA) - 1 position available
Three Rivers Legal Services (Jacksonville , FL) - 2 positions available
AmeriCorps Attorneys are encouraged to serve for two years. In exchange for completing each 11-month term of service as an AmeriCorps Attorney, you will receive:
Valuable program management, community organizing and supervisory experience;
Hands-on opportunities to provide direct legal services and representation for people in need;
A modest living allowance, health care insurance and child care assistance (if income eligible);
A $4,725 education award voucher to apply toward payment of federally backed educational loans and other expenses and eligibility to place all qualified student loans into forbearance and receive an interest accrual payment at the end of PBLC service;
Depending on the site, supplemental benefits such as bar dues, relocation reimbursement, housing assistance and/or a cash supplement to the education award; and,
The chance to make a difference by building capacity in low-income communities and developing a future generation of lawyers committed to pro bono service.
Interested candidates must apply directly to PBLC host sites.
Visit our website for more information and application instructions: https://webmail.law.miami.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.equaljusticeworks.org/find/faopblc.php
Through the Pro Bono Legal Corps, Equal Justice Works/AmeriCorps Attorneys are placed at pro bono and legal services organizations across the country to promote public service among law students while developing their own legal and professional skills. For many, becoming an AmeriCorps Attorney is the first step to building a successful career in public interest law.
These organizations have openings starting in August/September:
Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (Dayton and Toledo, OH) - 3 positions available
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (Los Angeles, CA) - 1 position available
Louisiana Bar Foundation (Baton Rouge, LA) - 1 position available
Three Rivers Legal Services (Jacksonville , FL) - 2 positions available
AmeriCorps Attorneys are encouraged to serve for two years. In exchange for completing each 11-month term of service as an AmeriCorps Attorney, you will receive:
Valuable program management, community organizing and supervisory experience;
Hands-on opportunities to provide direct legal services and representation for people in need;
A modest living allowance, health care insurance and child care assistance (if income eligible);
A $4,725 education award voucher to apply toward payment of federally backed educational loans and other expenses and eligibility to place all qualified student loans into forbearance and receive an interest accrual payment at the end of PBLC service;
Depending on the site, supplemental benefits such as bar dues, relocation reimbursement, housing assistance and/or a cash supplement to the education award; and,
The chance to make a difference by building capacity in low-income communities and developing a future generation of lawyers committed to pro bono service.
Interested candidates must apply directly to PBLC host sites.
Visit our website for more information and application instructions: https://webmail.law.miami.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.equaljusticeworks.org/find/faopblc.php
JOBS JOBS JOBS JOBS JOBS JOBS
Equal Justice Works has seven AmeriCorps Attorney positions still available!
Through the Pro Bono Legal Corps, Equal Justice Works/AmeriCorps Attorneys are placed at pro bono and legal services organizations across the country to promote public service among law students while developing their own legal and professional skills. For many, becoming an AmeriCorps Attorney is the first step to building a successful career in public interest law.
These organizations have openings starting in August/September:
Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (Dayton and Toledo, OH) - 3 positions available
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (Los Angeles, CA) - 1 position available
Louisiana Bar Foundation (Baton Rouge, LA) - 1 position available
Three Rivers Legal Services (Jacksonville , FL) - 2 positions available
AmeriCorps Attorneys are encouraged to serve for two years. In exchange for completing each 11-month term of service as an AmeriCorps Attorney, you will receive:
Valuable program management, community organizing and supervisory experience;
Hands-on opportunities to provide direct legal services and representation for people in need;
A modest living allowance, health care insurance and child care assistance (if income eligible);
A $4,725 education award voucher to apply toward payment of federally backed educational loans and other expenses and eligibility to place all qualified student loans into forbearance and receive an interest accrual payment at the end of PBLC service;
Depending on the site, supplemental benefits such as bar dues, relocation reimbursement, housing assistance and/or a cash supplement to the education award; and,
The chance to make a difference by building capacity in low-income communities and developing a future generation of lawyers committed to pro bono service.
Interested candidates must apply directly to PBLC host sites.
Visit our website for more information and application instructions: www.equaljusticeworks.org/find/faopblc.php
Through the Pro Bono Legal Corps, Equal Justice Works/AmeriCorps Attorneys are placed at pro bono and legal services organizations across the country to promote public service among law students while developing their own legal and professional skills. For many, becoming an AmeriCorps Attorney is the first step to building a successful career in public interest law.
These organizations have openings starting in August/September:
Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (Dayton and Toledo, OH) - 3 positions available
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (Los Angeles, CA) - 1 position available
Louisiana Bar Foundation (Baton Rouge, LA) - 1 position available
Three Rivers Legal Services (Jacksonville , FL) - 2 positions available
AmeriCorps Attorneys are encouraged to serve for two years. In exchange for completing each 11-month term of service as an AmeriCorps Attorney, you will receive:
Valuable program management, community organizing and supervisory experience;
Hands-on opportunities to provide direct legal services and representation for people in need;
A modest living allowance, health care insurance and child care assistance (if income eligible);
A $4,725 education award voucher to apply toward payment of federally backed educational loans and other expenses and eligibility to place all qualified student loans into forbearance and receive an interest accrual payment at the end of PBLC service;
Depending on the site, supplemental benefits such as bar dues, relocation reimbursement, housing assistance and/or a cash supplement to the education award; and,
The chance to make a difference by building capacity in low-income communities and developing a future generation of lawyers committed to pro bono service.
Interested candidates must apply directly to PBLC host sites.
Visit our website for more information and application instructions: www.equaljusticeworks.org/find/faopblc.php
National E-mail Newsletter
Greetings membership! Welcome to school 1Ls, and welcome back upper division students!
This is the September issue of NBLSA News. Please read this issue carefully as there are several events that are rapidly approaching. This issue brings us a letter from Community Service Director, Courtney J. Broussard, urging each one of you to come out and support the Academic Retreat in New Orleans. There will be a community service component coordinated by Courtney, designed to pay respect to and help uplift this great city!
As always, each issue will feature a calendar of events. This issue highlights September events such as the CBC Reception hosted by Sadden, Academic Retreat, and the Northeast Regional Boat cruise. As a reminder, students who are seeking summer or post-bar employment should check http://www.blogger.com/. as there are job announcements posted regularly. Questions or comments? Please email me at: communications@nblsa.org. or the appropriate event coordinator listed below the event details.
Bari a. Williams, Director of Communications
Inside this issue:
1. Letter from Community Service Director- Courtney J. Broussard
2. Calendar of Events
3. Announcements
Letter from Community Service Director- Courtney J. Broussard
“Not a second…or another minute. Not an hour or another day, but at this moment with my arms outstretched….I need you to make a way.”…
“As you have done so many times before…Through a door, an open door, I stretch my hands to thee…Come rescue me, I need you right away…” – Smokie Norful
In late August of 2005 America, the Gulf Coast, and our beloved Louisiana, endured one of the greatest natural catastrophes in this nation’s history. We paused last week on August 29, 2006 and reflected on the “storm of the century.” I reflected on the lyrics of such a powerful song and was reminded that we as a people have historically done so many times before, stretched out our hands, our abilities, and our sacrificed for our brothers and sisters in dire need.
The opportunities for service and assistance are here and your help is needed. NBLSA has partnered with the Student Hurricane Network and to continue providing support for victims of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The Student Hurricane Network (“SHN”), a national law student formed organization, works for justice in the Gulf Coast. SHN is dedicated to providing assistance to communities affected by the destructive storms of 2005 and beyond. Law students have a variety of activities and service opportunities to help make a difference in the lives of hurricane victims.
We want you in New Orleans the weekend of September 22 & 23, the site of our National Academic Retreat and Inaugural Annual Presidents Retreat. Registration is free and we are working on various avenues of providing service while we are present in New Orleans. I assure you, the media coverage of the devastation, the recovery, and the rejuvenation of New Orleans can not impact your life like actually being present to experience it for yourself first hand. Our Academic Retreat Coordinator, Alcide L. Honoré and the Academic Retreat Committee have done an awesome job of putting together an outstanding Academic Retreat. Registration is available now through our web page http://www.blogger.com/. Please sign up today.
There are thousands of individuals in need of help, your skills, your talents, and your energy. Please take a moment out of your time today to get involved, get active, and get registered. NBLSA needs you, and the Gulf Coast needs you. We know you will do your part so we thank you in advance for volunteering and we look forward to working with you and seeing you in September.
Regards,
Courtney J. Broussard
Calendar of Events
September 8, 2006NBLSA Congressional Black Caucus Reception
Hosted by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher, & Flom
Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones will be speaking
6:00PM-9:00PM
1440 New York Ave. N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20005
For more information, email L. Jared Boyd: legislativeliaison@nblsa.org
September 16, 2006NYC-Metro Sub-region of the Northeast Region of NBLSA
Present “The Moonlight Cruise” at Chelsea Piers
12 Midnight
Ticket Price $25
For more information, email: blsa.nyc@gmail.com
September 22-24, 2006NBLSA Charles Hamilton Houston Academic Retreat for Academics, Professionalism, Networking & Community.
Sheraton New Orleans
500 Canal StreetNew Orleans, Louisiana 70130
Register online today at: http://www.blogger.com/
For more information, email Alcide Honore: academicretreat@nblsa.org
Ongoing through the month of September
September 9: Tennessee Coalition Against State Killings Student Caucus. Please contact Eddie L. Koen Jr. at deathpenalty@nblsa.org if interested in attending.
Death Penalty Moratorium Project Execution Alerts
BLSA will work with grassroots organizations to distribute action alerts that provide direct links to e-mail governors, legislators, and state leaders concerning impending executions for each month. We encourage all BLSA chapters to use this system to voice their concerns about pending executions and stress the need for a nationwide moratorium. Each alert already has a sample default letter included. Please sign your name as the Black Law Students Association, Chapter Name.
For more information on any of these dates, email Eddie L. Koen Jr.: deathpenalty@nblsa.org
September 12: Farley Matchett, TX
September 13: Death Penalty Moratorium Project: National Conference Call. This will provide a general information session and an opportunity for chapters to brainstorm with affiliates for ideas of projects during the school year. Conference call number 641 – 297- 5700. Please email deathpenalty@nblsa.org for the call code.
September 19: Daryl Holton, TN
September 20: Clarence Hill, FL
September 25: Pedro Sosa, TX
3. Announcements
Southern Region of NBLSA Law Journal- Call for Student Notes
The SRBLSA Law Journal is unique in that it attracts the attention of both the academic community and the Black professional community. Being published is excellent exposure, and an opportunity to develop your legal authorship. This is also a great way to fulfill your school's writing requirement (if you are interested in this option, please contact me for additional information).
There is no formal deadline for Abstract Proposals. This process was created to help authors flesh out their ideas and assist their writing process with suggestions and recommendations from the Editorial Staff. If you would prefer, you may just submit a completed Note by October 31st.
SUBMISSION CRITERIA
This year, the second volume of the SRBLSA Law Journal will accept author submissions from attorneys, professors, judges, and law students nationwide. The Journal’s theme is “Economic Sustainability,” which includes areas of law such as:
Real Estate and Land Use Law
Bankruptcy Law
Insurance Law
Health Law
Employment Law
Education Law
Environmental Law
This list is not exhaustive; thus, we encourage authors to select a topic pertaining to economic sustainability that also corresponds with the Journal’s broader mission to stimulate legal thought on issues that have a disproportionate effect on Blacks living in southern states. Your topic need not be about race, but it must address issues in an area of law that historically or inevitably will have an effect, whether adverse or positive, on Black communities in southern states.
--- ABSTRACT PROPOSALS ---
To be considered for publication, an author must submit an Abstract Proposal for approval by the Editorial Board BEFORE the writing process commences. We encourage authors to submit a proposal as soon as possible to reserve a place in the Journal. The Journal is limited in the number of articles and notes it can publish. Once we reach that limit, no exceptions will be made.
An abstract is a complete, but concise, description of your work. It must contain the important points of your argument, particularly its thesis. For all proposals, we are looking for well thought-out and innovative arguments that analyze an area of law or a particular case in a way that stimulates thought on the issue. Abstracts are also evaluated on thoroughness, grammar, and style.
The Abstract Proposal must be no more than one page, single-spaced, and it must include the proposed title, topic, and all significant case law the submission will address. One-third of the cases for the submission must have been decided between August 1, 2001, and August 1, 2006. Although electronic format is preferred, paper copies of abstracts may be submitted.
MAIL TO: EMAIL TO:
Shaylah E. Nunn SRBLSALJ@uga.edu
SRBLSA Law Journal and cc:
125 Jennings Mill Pkwy, Suite 5303
Athens, Georgia 30606
Once an abstract is approved for publication, each author will be sent a formal packet with all pertinent documents with further instructions for the writing process. Each author must commit to meeting very rigid guidelines to ensure a successful and timely publication.
A COMPLETED NOTE OR COMMENT IS DUE TO THE EDITORIAL STAFF NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 31st. A COMPLETED ARTICLE IS DUE NOVEMBER 15th.
--- ARTICLES, NOTES & COMMENTS ---
Each work will go through five (5) rounds of editing. After the first round of editing, if the Editorial Board does not believe the work is up to the standards expected or the work varies greatly from the Abstract Proposal, the Journal reserves the right to return the work to the author and rescind the offer to publish.
FOR STUDENTS:
Note & Comment Submission Qualifications:
What is a Note and Comment?
Notes and Comments are written by law students and typically shorter than Article submissions. A Note is an analysis of the holding or issue in a specific court case, while a Comment is focused on either legislation or on a more general legal theory or principle.
Basic Formatting:
Length:
Word Limit: 5,000 to 10,000 words, excluding endnotes OR
Page Limit: 20-25 pages, excluding endnotes
Endnotes in 9 point font, formatted with the 18th ed. of the Bluebook. No footnotes allowed.
Double spaced with 1” margins on all sides
12 point font, Courier New style for text, page numbers, and endnotes
Page numbers must be centered on the bottom margin and in 9 point font.
Include a title page with the title of your work and a brief biography of the author no more than 100 words in length.
Satisfy your School’s Writing Requirement?
Each law school has its own formatting criteria (page numbers, etc.) to satisfy their writing requirement. As such, the Journal will accept notes with the formatting criteria required by your school. Should the journal submission be used for this purpose, please contact and notify the Editor-in-Chief so that a notification letter can be sent to the dean of the law school.
FOR PROFESSIONALS:
Article Submission Qualifications:
What is an Article?
Articles are written by law professors, judges and legal practitioners. They serve an important purpose in that they express the ideas of legal experts with regard to the direction the law should take in certain areas. Such writings have proven influential in the development of the law and have frequently been cited as persuasive authority by the United States Supreme Court and other courts throughout the United States.
Basic Formatting:
Length
Word Limit: No less than 10,000 words, excluding endnotes OR
Page Limit: At least 25 pages, excluding endnotes
Endnotes in 9 point font formatted with the 18th ed. of the Bluebook. No footnotes are allowed.
Double-spaced with 1” margins on all sides
12 point font, Courier New style for text, page numbers, and endnotes.
Page numbers must be centered on the bottom margin and in 9 point font.
Include a title page with the title of your work and a brief biography of the author, no more than 200 words in length (provide a picture, if possible).
National Black Law Students Association1225 11th Street N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001-4217
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Greetings membership! Welcome to school 1Ls, and welcome back upper division students!
This is the September issue of NBLSA News. Please read this issue carefully as there are several events that are rapidly approaching. This issue brings us a letter from Community Service Director, Courtney J. Broussard, urging each one of you to come out and support the Academic Retreat in New Orleans. There will be a community service component coordinated by Courtney, designed to pay respect to and help uplift this great city!
As always, each issue will feature a calendar of events. This issue highlights September events such as the CBC Reception hosted by Sadden, Academic Retreat, and the Northeast Regional Boat cruise. As a reminder, students who are seeking summer or post-bar employment should check http://www.blogger.com/. as there are job announcements posted regularly. Questions or comments? Please email me at: communications@nblsa.org. or the appropriate event coordinator listed below the event details.
Bari a. Williams, Director of Communications
Inside this issue:
1. Letter from Community Service Director- Courtney J. Broussard
2. Calendar of Events
3. Announcements
Letter from Community Service Director- Courtney J. Broussard
“Not a second…or another minute. Not an hour or another day, but at this moment with my arms outstretched….I need you to make a way.”…
“As you have done so many times before…Through a door, an open door, I stretch my hands to thee…Come rescue me, I need you right away…” – Smokie Norful
In late August of 2005 America, the Gulf Coast, and our beloved Louisiana, endured one of the greatest natural catastrophes in this nation’s history. We paused last week on August 29, 2006 and reflected on the “storm of the century.” I reflected on the lyrics of such a powerful song and was reminded that we as a people have historically done so many times before, stretched out our hands, our abilities, and our sacrificed for our brothers and sisters in dire need.
The opportunities for service and assistance are here and your help is needed. NBLSA has partnered with the Student Hurricane Network and to continue providing support for victims of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The Student Hurricane Network (“SHN”), a national law student formed organization, works for justice in the Gulf Coast. SHN is dedicated to providing assistance to communities affected by the destructive storms of 2005 and beyond. Law students have a variety of activities and service opportunities to help make a difference in the lives of hurricane victims.
We want you in New Orleans the weekend of September 22 & 23, the site of our National Academic Retreat and Inaugural Annual Presidents Retreat. Registration is free and we are working on various avenues of providing service while we are present in New Orleans. I assure you, the media coverage of the devastation, the recovery, and the rejuvenation of New Orleans can not impact your life like actually being present to experience it for yourself first hand. Our Academic Retreat Coordinator, Alcide L. Honoré and the Academic Retreat Committee have done an awesome job of putting together an outstanding Academic Retreat. Registration is available now through our web page http://www.blogger.com/. Please sign up today.
There are thousands of individuals in need of help, your skills, your talents, and your energy. Please take a moment out of your time today to get involved, get active, and get registered. NBLSA needs you, and the Gulf Coast needs you. We know you will do your part so we thank you in advance for volunteering and we look forward to working with you and seeing you in September.
Regards,
Courtney J. Broussard
Calendar of Events
September 8, 2006NBLSA Congressional Black Caucus Reception
Hosted by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher, & Flom
Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones will be speaking
6:00PM-9:00PM
1440 New York Ave. N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20005
For more information, email L. Jared Boyd: legislativeliaison@nblsa.org
September 16, 2006NYC-Metro Sub-region of the Northeast Region of NBLSA
Present “The Moonlight Cruise” at Chelsea Piers
12 Midnight
Ticket Price $25
For more information, email: blsa.nyc@gmail.com
September 22-24, 2006NBLSA Charles Hamilton Houston Academic Retreat for Academics, Professionalism, Networking & Community.
Sheraton New Orleans
500 Canal StreetNew Orleans, Louisiana 70130
Register online today at: http://www.blogger.com/
For more information, email Alcide Honore: academicretreat@nblsa.org
Ongoing through the month of September
September 9: Tennessee Coalition Against State Killings Student Caucus. Please contact Eddie L. Koen Jr. at deathpenalty@nblsa.org if interested in attending.
Death Penalty Moratorium Project Execution Alerts
BLSA will work with grassroots organizations to distribute action alerts that provide direct links to e-mail governors, legislators, and state leaders concerning impending executions for each month. We encourage all BLSA chapters to use this system to voice their concerns about pending executions and stress the need for a nationwide moratorium. Each alert already has a sample default letter included. Please sign your name as the Black Law Students Association, Chapter Name.
For more information on any of these dates, email Eddie L. Koen Jr.: deathpenalty@nblsa.org
September 12: Farley Matchett, TX
September 13: Death Penalty Moratorium Project: National Conference Call. This will provide a general information session and an opportunity for chapters to brainstorm with affiliates for ideas of projects during the school year. Conference call number 641 – 297- 5700. Please email deathpenalty@nblsa.org for the call code.
September 19: Daryl Holton, TN
September 20: Clarence Hill, FL
September 25: Pedro Sosa, TX
3. Announcements
Southern Region of NBLSA Law Journal- Call for Student Notes
The SRBLSA Law Journal is unique in that it attracts the attention of both the academic community and the Black professional community. Being published is excellent exposure, and an opportunity to develop your legal authorship. This is also a great way to fulfill your school's writing requirement (if you are interested in this option, please contact me for additional information).
There is no formal deadline for Abstract Proposals. This process was created to help authors flesh out their ideas and assist their writing process with suggestions and recommendations from the Editorial Staff. If you would prefer, you may just submit a completed Note by October 31st.
SUBMISSION CRITERIA
This year, the second volume of the SRBLSA Law Journal will accept author submissions from attorneys, professors, judges, and law students nationwide. The Journal’s theme is “Economic Sustainability,” which includes areas of law such as:
Real Estate and Land Use Law
Bankruptcy Law
Insurance Law
Health Law
Employment Law
Education Law
Environmental Law
This list is not exhaustive; thus, we encourage authors to select a topic pertaining to economic sustainability that also corresponds with the Journal’s broader mission to stimulate legal thought on issues that have a disproportionate effect on Blacks living in southern states. Your topic need not be about race, but it must address issues in an area of law that historically or inevitably will have an effect, whether adverse or positive, on Black communities in southern states.
--- ABSTRACT PROPOSALS ---
To be considered for publication, an author must submit an Abstract Proposal for approval by the Editorial Board BEFORE the writing process commences. We encourage authors to submit a proposal as soon as possible to reserve a place in the Journal. The Journal is limited in the number of articles and notes it can publish. Once we reach that limit, no exceptions will be made.
An abstract is a complete, but concise, description of your work. It must contain the important points of your argument, particularly its thesis. For all proposals, we are looking for well thought-out and innovative arguments that analyze an area of law or a particular case in a way that stimulates thought on the issue. Abstracts are also evaluated on thoroughness, grammar, and style.
The Abstract Proposal must be no more than one page, single-spaced, and it must include the proposed title, topic, and all significant case law the submission will address. One-third of the cases for the submission must have been decided between August 1, 2001, and August 1, 2006. Although electronic format is preferred, paper copies of abstracts may be submitted.
MAIL TO: EMAIL TO:
Shaylah E. Nunn SRBLSALJ@uga.edu
SRBLSA Law Journal and cc:
125 Jennings Mill Pkwy, Suite 5303
Athens, Georgia 30606
Once an abstract is approved for publication, each author will be sent a formal packet with all pertinent documents with further instructions for the writing process. Each author must commit to meeting very rigid guidelines to ensure a successful and timely publication.
A COMPLETED NOTE OR COMMENT IS DUE TO THE EDITORIAL STAFF NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 31st. A COMPLETED ARTICLE IS DUE NOVEMBER 15th.
--- ARTICLES, NOTES & COMMENTS ---
Each work will go through five (5) rounds of editing. After the first round of editing, if the Editorial Board does not believe the work is up to the standards expected or the work varies greatly from the Abstract Proposal, the Journal reserves the right to return the work to the author and rescind the offer to publish.
FOR STUDENTS:
Note & Comment Submission Qualifications:
What is a Note and Comment?
Notes and Comments are written by law students and typically shorter than Article submissions. A Note is an analysis of the holding or issue in a specific court case, while a Comment is focused on either legislation or on a more general legal theory or principle.
Basic Formatting:
Length:
Word Limit: 5,000 to 10,000 words, excluding endnotes OR
Page Limit: 20-25 pages, excluding endnotes
Endnotes in 9 point font, formatted with the 18th ed. of the Bluebook. No footnotes allowed.
Double spaced with 1” margins on all sides
12 point font, Courier New style for text, page numbers, and endnotes
Page numbers must be centered on the bottom margin and in 9 point font.
Include a title page with the title of your work and a brief biography of the author no more than 100 words in length.
Satisfy your School’s Writing Requirement?
Each law school has its own formatting criteria (page numbers, etc.) to satisfy their writing requirement. As such, the Journal will accept notes with the formatting criteria required by your school. Should the journal submission be used for this purpose, please contact and notify the Editor-in-Chief so that a notification letter can be sent to the dean of the law school.
FOR PROFESSIONALS:
Article Submission Qualifications:
What is an Article?
Articles are written by law professors, judges and legal practitioners. They serve an important purpose in that they express the ideas of legal experts with regard to the direction the law should take in certain areas. Such writings have proven influential in the development of the law and have frequently been cited as persuasive authority by the United States Supreme Court and other courts throughout the United States.
Basic Formatting:
Length
Word Limit: No less than 10,000 words, excluding endnotes OR
Page Limit: At least 25 pages, excluding endnotes
Endnotes in 9 point font formatted with the 18th ed. of the Bluebook. No footnotes are allowed.
Double-spaced with 1” margins on all sides
12 point font, Courier New style for text, page numbers, and endnotes.
Page numbers must be centered on the bottom margin and in 9 point font.
Include a title page with the title of your work and a brief biography of the author, no more than 200 words in length (provide a picture, if possible).
National Black Law Students Association1225 11th Street N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001-4217
Communications, Inc.Home About NBLSA Programs Membership Chapters Regions News Events Resources
Thursday, August 31, 2006
COMPETITIONS !!!
Please check your membership status with your chapter. Participants must be members as of Fall 2005 in order to participate in all competitions.
Monday, August 28, 2006
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