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UC Irvine Law Student Newsletter
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September 12, 2025
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New Announcements and Deadlines
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Justice Stephen K. Tamura Foundation Scholarship: The Justice Stephen K. Tamura Foundation is offering two $2,500 scholarships to UC Irvine Law students who overcome personal and financial obstacles to pursue their education. Refer to Nasreen Zia's 9/9 email for essay and application details. Apply by Thursday, September 18 at 4:00pm.
1Ls: Orientation Survey: Refer to Dr. J's 9/9 email for details. Complete survey by Sunday, September 14 at 11:59pm.
2Ls & 3Ls: FIP: Wesierski & Zurek LLP has been added to the Fall Interview Program. Apply by September 16 at 12:00pm.
1Ls & 2Ls: Mandatory PILF Donate a Day’s Pay Training: September 15, 12:00pm-1:00pm; EDU 1111: This training is mandatory for students interested in receiving a stipend for Summer 2026. Contact lawpilf@lawnet.uci.edu if you are unable to attend.
Orange County Trial Lawyers Association (OCTLA) Membership: OCTLA offers free memberships to law students looking to be more involved with the Orange County legal community. Membership provides access to exclusive events, networking and mentoring opportunities, and more. Review the OCTLA Membership page for details.
Orange County Bar Association (OCBA) Annual Jurist Spotlight: September 29, 4:30pm-6:30pm; Virtual: OCBA Education Committee presents Justice David Souter as this year's OCBA Annual Jurist Spotlight. This event is free to law students. Advance registration is required. Register here by September 24.
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Announcement Reminders
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GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Update Canvas Settings for Class Email Communication and Announcements: Refer to Marisela Galindo's 8/25 email for instructions on how to update your canvas account to avoid missing any important communication.
1Ls: Resume Review: Refer to Dean Deol's 9/4 email for information on how to submit your resume. Submit updated resumes by Monday, October 6 at 5:00pm.
2Ls & 3Ls: Interviewing Reminders: Wear professional business attire to both in-person and virtual interviews. Review the CDO's Resumes, Cover Letters, and Other Application Materials Workshop Handout for guidance on which documents to bring to an interview.
2Ls & 3Ls: FIP: The following postings have been added to the Fall Interview Program:
CAREER ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
American Arbitration Association (AAA) 2025 Diverse Student ADR Summit: November 1-2: New York: AAA is now accepting applications for their 2025 Diverse Student ADR Summit to learn more about careers in arbitration and mediation. Selected students will receive a $1,300 stipend to help cover cost travel and lodging expenses. Apply for summit by September 25.
Fellowships at Auschwitz for the Study of Professional Ethics (FASPE) 2026 Law Program: May 22-June 5: FASPE is now accepting applications for their two-week fellowship program that will examine the actions and choices of German lawyers in enabling Nazi politics. Program is fully funded and will take place in Germany and Poland. Review FASPE website for application requirements and process. Apply for fellowship by Sunday, January 4, 2026.
STUDENT INVOLVEMENT
Moot Court Competition Sign Ups: Refer to Dr. J's 9/2 email for the Moot Court sign up form and additional information. The form allows you to specify your partner or be paired randomly. Teams should confirm that both partners want to join the competition and should only submit one form. Sign up by Friday, September 12 at 5:00pm.
STUDENT SUBSCRIPTIONS
California Daily Journal: All law students can receive free digital access to the Daily Journal. Refer to the Daily Journal user guide for instructions on how to access subscription.
Cal Lawyer: All law students can receive free access to career focused subscription tailored for law students from the Daily Journal. Refer to the Daily Journal user guide for instructions on how to access subscription.
Know Your Rights: Refer to the information in this Know Your Rights guide provided by UCOP for immigrant legal services. Copies have been posted on the student bulletin boards within the Law School and pocket/wallet-sized cards are available for pickup in the Student Affairs and Student Services Suite (MPAA 210). The suite also has red cards available from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center.
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This Week
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Monday, September 15
12:00pm - 1:00pm
CDO: Graduate Tax Program: EY Lunch & Learn Info Session, MPAA 420
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Fall DADP Training, EDU 1111
Tuesday, September 16
12:00pm - 1:15pm
CDO: Employer Spotlight: Orange County Counsel, LAW Courtyard
12:00pm - 1:00pm
CDO: White & Case Coffee Cart, LAW Courtyard
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Inside UC Irvine Law: Your Virtual All Access Guide for Applicants, Virtual
12:00pm - 1:00pm
SBA Weekly Meeting, MPAA 420
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Born Equal: America’s Founding Promise and the Fight for Equality, Virtual
Wednesday, September 17
7:00am - 8:00am
CDO: Learning with Latham | Discovering Latham & Watkins, Virtual
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Wellness Wednesday, LAW Courtyard
12:00pm - 1:00pm
CDO: Graduate Tax Program: Deloitte Info Session, EDU 1131
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Coffee, Chat & Connection, LAW Courtyard
12:00pm - 1:00pm
LL.M. Workshop: Communications and Networking, LAW 3750
12:00pm - 1:00pm
LLSA at UCI - First Fall General Meeting, EDU 1111
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pro Bono Office Hours, LAW Courtyard
3:30pm - 4:30pm
CDO: National Constitution Center - An Evening With Justice Amy Coney Barrett, Virtual
6:00pm - 8:00pm
CDO: O'Melveny: Volunteer With O'Melveny, 400 South Hope Street, 19th Floor, Los Angeles, 90071
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Documentary Screening - Ninety Minutes Later, EDU 1111
Thursday, September 18
12:00pm - 1:00pm
CDO: Graduate Tax Program: Sheppard Mullin Info Session, MPAA 420
3:30pm - 5:30pm
CDO: Hispanic National Bar Association Spotlight, LAW Courtyard
7:00pm - 8:00pm
CDO: After the Fall: The Rise of Authoritarianism in the World We’ve Made, Virtual
Friday, September 19
12:00pm - 2:00pm
LLSA Study Hall, LAW Library, California Room
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Next Week
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Monday, September 22
12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Federalist Society: General Meet & Greet, LAW 3750
12:00pm - 1:00pm
IPLS Irell & Manella Lunch and Learn, EDU 1111
1:00pm - 2:00pm
CDO: Immigrant Justice Corps: Justice Fellowship Informational Webinar, Virtual
5:30pm - 8:30pm
CDO: Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles: Law Student Networking Fair: “Connect, Learn, and Network – Plaintiff’s Law in Practice”, Gallery Conference Center, 444 South Flower Street, Los Angeles, 90071
Tuesday, September 23
9:00am - 10:00am
CDO: 2026 Attorney General Fellowship Program, Virtual
12:00pm - 1:00pm
CDO: 1L Summer Job Information Fair with APALSA, LAW Courtyard
12:00pm - 1:00pm
CDO: SBA Weekly Meeting, MPAA 420
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Inside UC Irvine Law: Your Virtual All Access Guide for Applicants, Virtual
1:00pm - 2:00pm
IEFV | Tianna N. Gibbs - Broadening Our Lens as a Path to Ending Family Violence, Virtual
Wednesday, September 24
9:00am - 10:00am
CDO: National Constitution Center - Our Fragile Freedoms, Virtual
11:30am - 2:00pm
Coffee, Chat & Connection, LAW Courtyard
12:00pm - 1:00pm
ELS Fall General Body Meeting, LAW 3750
12:00pm - 1:00pm
ESLS General Meeting, MPAA 430
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Wellness Wednesday, LAW Courtyard
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Street Law Kickoff, EDU 1111
Thursday, September 25
11:00am - 12:00pm
CDO: FASPE Law 2026 — Information Session, Virtual
12:00pm - 1:00pm
APALSA First General Meeting, EDU 1111
12:00pm - 1:00pm
LSJP First General Meeting, EDU 1131
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pro Bono Office Hours, LAW Courtyard
Friday, September 26
12:00pm - 1:15pm
CLSC | Socio-Legal Studies Workshop: Jahaira Pacheco - "Incalculable Time: The Bureaucratic Wait in Immigrants' Efforts to Secure Family Unity", LAW 3500
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