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Upcoming Deadlines for Conferences and Career Fairs

One of the most visible aspects of the fall recruiting season for any law school is its On-Campus Interviewing Program, or OCI. Don’t forget that there are also many Off-Campus Recruiting Programs, otherwise known as job fairs or interview programs, which function the same way as On-Campus Interviews by pairing interested applicants with a broad range of employers from around the country or with specific interests. Below is a sampling of upcoming off-campus interview programs.

Lavender Law Career Fair and Conference
Hilton Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
September 6-8, 2007
The National Lesbian and Gay Law Association invites students to attend this year’s Lavender Law Career Fair and Conference in Chicago, Illinois, Sept. 6-8. Private firms and public organizations from around the country will participate in this event. The Lavender Law Career Fair is designed to achieve a sense of community and inclusion for LGBT candidates within the legal profession's recruiting efforts. By participating in this career fair, candidates will talk directly to LGBT-friendly recruiters from law firms, government agencies, LGBT rights groups, and legal departments. There will also be a variety of useful speakers, workshops, resources, and events throughout the duration of the conference and career fair. For more information, registration information, scheduled events, and a list of recruiters planning on attending, go to www.lavenderlaw.org.

Equal Justice Works Conference and Career Fair
The Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington, D.C.
Oct. 6-7
The Equal Justice Works Conference and Career Fair is a national career fair that matches public interest employers with applicants. It is also a conference full of public interest and social justice workshops. Attend EJW not only to interview and network with potential employers, but to speak with student leaders from around the county as they share what is happening on their campuses. Student discussion groups will also supplement workshops, giving students the opportunity to get to know one another better.

Check out www.equaljusticeworks.org for more information and to view a rolling list of employers who plan on attending. Each employer will have individual instructions, so it is important that you look, research, and start applying now. More information about Equal Justice Works and Public Interest Careers, including those in the government, will follow during next week’s Public Interest Law Week, so stay tuned.

Florida Bar General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Convention & Interview Program
J.W. Marriott Grande Lakes Resort, Orlando
Oct. 19-20
The Florida Bar General Practice Solo and Small Firm Convention & Interview Program offers a new twist for law students this year. The GPSSF is sponsoring an interview program in conjunction with its annual convention. The convention will provide a great opportunity for students to meet and network with attorneys who practice in solo, small, and even mid-sized firms. Save the date for this valuable networking and recruiting event, as more information will follow shortly.

Fellowship Deadlines and More at www.pslawnet.org
Below is an example of an important upcoming fellowship deadline. Consult www.pslawnet.org regularly for other fellowship information, and stop by CCS to view the Fellowship Binder.

Equal Justice Works Post Graduate Fellowships – Applications due Sept. 18
The 2008 Equal Justice Works Fellowship Applications are now available at www.equaljustceworks.org. These applications are due Sept. 18, and are for two-year fellowships for third-year law students, recent law graduates, and experienced attorneys from 2007-2008 Equal Justice Works law schools like the University of Florida. Become familiar with and start your applications now. More EJW Fellowship information will follow during next week’s public interest focus.

Government Deadlines Hitting Now, Don’t Miss Out
The list of current and upcoming deadlines for all students and recent graduates who want to work in federal or state government agencies is too comprehensive to list here. The Government Honors and Internship Handbook is the resource for you to check regularly if you do not want to miss deadlines that are fast approaching. The Handbook can be is password protected at http://www.law.arizona.edu/career/honorshandbook.cfm. Contact CCS for the username and password that will provide you with access to a host of opportunities and information.