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Last summer's Educational Series Kick-off Luncheon: June 1, 2011 |
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Each summer, as part of our Internship and Fellowship Programs, PILI organizes lunchtime seminars for Interns and Fellows on a variety of substantive law and professional development topics. The 2012 Summer Educational Series will kick off on June 5th at the Chicago Bar Association, 321 South Plymouth Court. We hope you will be able to join us! The seminars always include lunch, unless otherwise noted.
The 2012 Summer Educational Series schedule is still in development - check back here for updates. You can also contact PILI's Program Manager, Sheila Simhan, at 312-832-5128 or by e-mail for additional information. |
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Please note than an RSVP will be required for these seminars
so that we can ensure an accurate headcount for lunch.
Information on how to RSVP will be available soon. |
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Tuesday, June 5, 2012 - 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
2012 Summer Educational Series Kick-off Luncheon:
Getting the Most Out of Your Internships and Fellowships
Reena Bajowala, Jenner & Block LLP (former PILI Intern and Fellow)
Adam Gross, Business and Professional People for the Public Interest, (former PILI Intern)
Anna Lusero, U.S. Department of Labor (former PILI Intern & Equal Justice Fellow)
Shareese Pryor, LAF (Skadden Fellow)
at: The Chicago Bar Association, 321 South Plymouth Court, 2nd Floor |
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Thursday, June 7th - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
PILI Intern Advisor Program Kick-off Reception
PIIL Interns and Fellows participating in theAdvisor Program are invited to this complimentary reception to meet their PILI Advisor - a member of PILI's Board of Directors or PILI's Alumni Program for former Interns and Fellows.
at: Loyola University School of Law, 25 East Pearson Street |
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012 - 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Writing for Public Interest Lawyers
Larry McEnerney, Director of Writing Programs, University of Chicago
This seminar features specific strategies for writing clear, concise legal documents, whether briefs, memos, or letters. Learn to eliminate common writing weaknesses on various levels: document organization, paragraph construction, sentence structure, and word choice.
at: DePaul University College of Law, 55 East Jackson |
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Wednesday, June 20th - 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
PILI Annual Pro Bono Reception: Celebrating Pro Bono
PILI Interns and Fellows will receive complimentary admission to this event.
Click here to RSVP by June 13.
at: the Ivy Room, 12 East Ohio Street (Ohio & State) |
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Thursday, June 21th - 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Mortgage Foreclosure Update
Dan Lindsey, Supervisory Attorney of the Home Ownership Preservation Project, LAF Chicago
The foreclosure crisis continues to impact communities across the country and throughout Illinois. This seminar provides a brief overview of the foreclosure process, and updates on federal and state legislative developments designed to give additional protections to homeowners at risk of foreclosure and homeowners and tenants living in buildings in foreclosure.
at: DePaul University College of Law, 55 East Jackson |
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Wednesday, June 27th - 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Legal Issues in Domestic Violence
Heather Moore, Domestic Violence Legal Clinic
Melanie MacBride, Legal Aid Society, Metropolitan Family Services
Lisa Koop, National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC)
Panelists will discuss the legal issues that survivors of violence and legal aid practitioners must consider before deciding which remedy to seek. Learn about orders of protection, divorce, child custody and immigration issues surrounding survivors of domestic violence.
at: DePaul University College of Law, 55 East Jackson |
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Thursday, June 28th - 5:00-7:00 p.m.
PILI Happy Hour!
Relax after a hard day of work, grab a drink and mingle with PILI Interns & Fellows!
This is a chance to unwind and network with each other. We hope you will join us.
PILI thanks Kirkland & Ellis LLP for hosting this event and providing drinks and light appetizers.
at: Kirkland & Ellis LLP, 300 North LaSalle Street |
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Monday, July 2nd - 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
PILI Intern & Fellow Roundtable
This is an opportunity for PILI Interns and Fellows to share their experiences and accomplishments over the summer and discuss the unique challenges facing Interns & Fellows.
at: DePaul University College of Law, 55 East Jackson |
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Tuesday, July 10th - 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Integrating Pro Bono and Public Interest Law Into Your Career
LaShonda Hunt, US Department of Justice
Kathleen Clark, Lawyers' Committee for Better Housing
Andrew Vail, Jenner & Block
Panelists will address ways to incorporate pro bono and public interest law into your experience in law school and throughout your career.
at: DePaul University College of Law, 55 East Jackson |
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Wednesday, July 18th - 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Issues & Trends in Disability Law
Patti Werner, Access Living
Amy Zimmerman, Health & Disability Adovcates
The panel will offer their insights and discuss various developments in disability law including developments in community integration, school visits, epi-pen administration, and asthma inhaler carry requirements.
at: DePaul University College of Law, 55 East Jackson |
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Wednesday, July 25th - 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Focus group/evaluations - Interns Only
This session is a chance to share your thoughts and suggestions on ways to improve the PILI Internship experience
at: DePaul University College of Law, 55 East Jackson |
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Wednesday, August 1st - 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
An Update on the Affordable Care Act
Margaret Stapleton, Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law
On March 23, 2010, President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act into law, putting in place comprehensive reforms to health coverage. Learn about where the law stands now and its effect on legal aid clients.
at: DePaul University College of Law, 55 East Jackson |
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Tuesday, August 7th - 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
PILI Intern & Fellow Roundtable
This is an opportunity for PILI Interns and Fellows to share their experiences and accomplishments over the summer and discuss the unique challenges facing Interns & Fellows.
at: DePaul University College of Law, 55 East Jackson |
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