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UC Irvine Law Student Newsletter July 10, 2026
New Announcements and Deadlines

Fall 2026 Zot Bill Deadlines: For important dates, deadlines and required actions, see Nasreen Zia's 7/1 email.

Rising 3Ls: WTO Academy: This is a collaboration between the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and the nationally recognized trial law firm of Wheeler Trigg O’Donnell (WTO) designed to train outstanding law students entering their final year of law school in real-world skills relevant to the field of complex litigation. The WTO Academy will foster 12 competitively selected WTO Fellows in the development of legal skills and strategic insights relevant to the field of complex litigation. 

WTO Fellows will (1) participate in a kick-off meeting and several online briefing sessions in fall 2026 and (2) attend a three-day skills-based bootcamp in Denver on January 16-18, 2027. WTO Fellows will receive a cash award of $5,000, and those located outside Denver will receive stipends for travel and lodging. Apply by August 3. 

Announcement Reminders

William P. Gray Legion Lex Inn of Court: They are awarding eight students a complimentary one-year membership for the 2026-2027 year. In exchange for the membership, each student will be required to volunteer at a minimum of two meetings during their membership year. See Dr. J’s 6/29 email for more details and the application. Apply by August 1.  

Virginia Law Review Essay Competition: The Virginia Law Review is hosting an essay competition open to J.D. students nation-wide centered on “Lived Experience and the Law.” The winning student will receive a $2,000 cash prize and a $5,000 grant to put towards an organization or project that intersects with their article topic. Their article will also be published in Virginia Law Review OnlineAll pieces must be submitted by January 7, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. 

2026 Disability Rights Now Scholarship: One $5,000.00 scholarship open to current California law school students who have demonstrated a commitment or interest in disability rights and inclusion in the legal industry. The mission of DRN is to address the lack of opportunities for people with disabilities in the legal profession. Apply by September 1.

2026 SCCLA Mentorship Program: This program is designed to foster meaningful connections and support the next generation of AAPI legal professionals through mentorship, guidance, and community. Participants will join small mentorship groups with opportunities to both learn from and support one another across different stages of their legal careers. Apply by July 31.

Know Your RightsRefer 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

Sunday, July 12

7:00am - 9:30am
UCI Law in NYC - NY Historical Society: Democracy Matters, 170 Central Park W., New York, NY 10024

Wednesday, July 15

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Summer Green Bag: Leveraging Lived Experiences to Enhance Impact, Virtual

Thursday, July 16

11:00am - 12:00pm
Summer 2026 Intern Training Series: Early and Periodic Screening Diagnostic and Treatment Services (EPSDT) - Medicaid's Enhanced Services for Children, Virtual

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ahilan Arulanantham: Uncovering Racism in Immigration Law, Virtual

Saturday, July 18

8:30am - 2:00pm
UC Irvine Law Hosts OCBA's AI Symposium, EDU 1111

Next Week

Wednesday, July 22

9:00am - 10:00am
DOJ Honors Program/Summer Law Intern Program: Information and Application Tips Webinar, Virtual

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Summer Green Bag: Interrupting Cycles of Debt for California's Youth Through Innovative Policy Solutions, Virtual

Thursday, July 23

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Kelly Lytle Hernandez: Book Discussion "Racist by Design", Virtual

Friday, July 24

9:00am - 4:00pm
Community & Connection Day: Career Pathways in Law, Virtual

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community & Connection Day: Impact That Matters Reception, Salesforce Tower 415 Mission Street San Francisco, CA