Spring 2022 – Week 11

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COMMUNITY REMINDERS

Join the Philadelphia Bar Association Today!

The Office of Career Services has worked to partner with the Philadelphia Bar Association and we are happy to announce that the law school will now cover your membership to the Association. You can join the Association by clicking on this link and filling out the short form.  Please use your temple.edu email address to register.

The Temple 10-Q – Preparing for the 2022-2023 Academic Year – We Encourage You to Read!

Preparing for the 2022-23 Academic Year: What Courses Should You Take? – The Temple 10-Q

APPLY NOW! MELTZER SUMMER FELLOWS – THROUGH THE SHELLER CENTER FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE

Thanks to a generous gift to the Sheller Center for Social Justice, we are able to offer stipends for student projects focused on social justice, to be conducted during the summer of 2022. The application process for these stipends is open to any interested law student. The deadline for applications is June 15, 2022.

We seek proposals for projects that would serve unmet needs of indigent or otherwise vulnerable populations. These novel projects will implicate systemic change and will take their direction from impacted communities. These projects could take a variety of forms, from policy interventions to advocacy campaigns to the creation of ongoing service opportunities. Projects will serve communities in Pennsylvania.

Students can work individually or as a team. Those who are interested in creating a Meltzer Project should submit a grant application that includes:

  • A description of the proposed project (at least two pages long):
    • Explain the need for the project: what is the problem and why is this intervention an appropriate solution;
    • Describe the community to be served and their interest in this intervention;
    • Detail the applicant’s relevant experience, including work with the relevant community;
    • Specify how the project will engage/seek feedback from the relevant community;
    • Provide details about the project, including a description of the final deliverable;
    • Set deadlines for submission of a final project proposal, a mid-term report, and the final deliverable.
  • The name of an organization(s) with which the students will collaborate on the project. This could be a policy, advocacy, community, or legal services organization. Provide the name and contact information for an individual at the organization(s).
  • A resume for each student participating in the project.

This funding can be used to support an internship with an organization. It will, however, only be awarded to those students proposing the completion of a novel project rather than supporting day-to-day operations of the organization. All applications are welcome, but we especially favor projects that the student has had some role or expects to have some role in designing.

This funding is intended to support legal work, and not non-legal projects (such as organizing or social work.) We suggest that students review the Mission, Vision, and Values of the Sheller Center for Social Justice to ensure that proposals are aligned with the Center’s approach.

Stipends will be awarded based on your estimate of the amount of time you will devote to the project:

  • $1,000 (for approximately 50 hours work)
  • $2,000 (for approximately 100 hours work)
  • $3,000 (for approximately 150 hours work)

An additional amount may be awarded if there are costs related to executing the project (please specify what these costs are in your project description).

In addition to mid-term and final reporting requirements, grant recipients will be required to make themselves available to give a live presentation to the law school community on their project.

These factors will be assessed in reviewing applications:

  • The positive impact on the relevant community, and the potential for systemic change
  • The level of community participation in the project and its design
  • The level of unmet needs
  • The added value of the project, in that it does not replicate existing efforts or projects
  • The level of collaboration with other organizations working on the problem
  • Whether the project is one for which students can take primary responsibility, both in initiating and conducting the work
  • The feasibility of the project within the projected timeline
  • Preference will be given to students who are proposing their first project (although we will consider new and different projects by former Meltzer recipients)
  • Some preference may be given to proposals that involve collaboration with people from other disciplines (including, but not limited to, with other departments at Temple University)

Examples of potential projects include:

  • A student or team could work with a grass-roots organization (e.g., a neighborhood- or city-based group concerned with criminal justice; a parent group concerned with public education; a group concerned with workers’ or immigrants’ rights) to develop a proposal for policy, regulatory or legislative change on a subject of concern to its members. The project might (or might not) include collaboration with a student or professional from another field (such as social work, public health, or sociology).
  • Similarly, a student or team could work with a legal services organization to lay the groundwork for systemic litigation on behalf of an underserved group.
  • A student or team of students could work with a legal services organization to develop an idea as to how that organization might expand direct services, which might be provided in innovative ways.

We welcome questions about potential projects and/or the application process: Prof. Jennifer Lee jenniferjlee@temple.edu; Prof. Jaya Ramji-Nogales jayarn@temple.edu; Prof. Len Rieser lrieser@temple.edu; or Prof. Shanda Sibley shanda.sibley@temple.edu. Please submit applications to sheller@temple.edu.

Student Legal Services Survey

One of your classmates is working with a group of law students who have been exploring the possibility of a Student Legal Services (SLS) program at Temple. Many schools across the country offer an SLS program already, wherein students pay a minimal fee of approximately $35 per semester and in exchange have unlimited access to an attorney and/or other legal representation, in the event that they are faced with any legal issues while enrolled at Temple. We are trying to collect data on student need for such a program, so if you get a chance to fill out this survey that would be really appreciated! RESPONSES ARE ALL ANONYMOUS! https://forms.gle/AGNbJm5pcJHGaztm6

UPCOMING EVENTS

Fall 2022 Registration and Academic Advising Programming

The fall 2022 course schedule will be published in the coming weeks and registration for the fall 2022 semester will take place at the end of March and run through the middle of April.  In the weeks after spring break, the faculty and administration will hold several very important information sessions.  Please join these sessions so you can make the most of your time at Temple Law.
  • March 29, 2022 – 12PM-1PM – IP / Law and Technology Advising Session with Dean Harris and Professors Mehra, Douglas and Bingham over Zoom:https://temple.zoom.us/j/96277280450
  • March 30, 2022 – 12PM-1PM Tax and Integrated Transaction Program (ITP) with Professor and Senior Advisor to the Dean Bartow and Professors Abreu, Mandelbaum, Monroe and Weiner in K1E and Zoom: https://temple.zoom.us/j/96277280450

F22 Individual Academic Advising Request Form

Course selection is an important part of making sure you are making the most of your time at Temple Law.  We encourage you to meet individually with a member of our faculty or administration to seek advice on upper-level course planning.  If you would like to schedule an appointment, please complete the Fall 2022 Academic Advising Request Form.

Jessup International Moot Court Competition Tryouts 4/14-4/15

The Philip C. Jessup International Moot Court Competition is the world’s largest moot court competition. Topics covered include a variety of issues regarding public international law and hypothetical disputes between fictional countries before the International Court of Justice. During the fall semester, team activity will largely revolve around research and brief-writing, and mooting will be conducted in the spring. Temple Law has had success over the years in this competition, and we are confident that next year we will be able to field a fantastic team.

The Jessup team will hold tryouts this April 14 and 15. An excel sheet for time sign-ups will be circulated in the coming weeks. The tryout packet, including more detailed instructions, will be released on April 7. Interested students should bring a statement of interest and resume to the tryouts. Please contact joseph.oconnell@temple.edu, anand.tayal@temple.edu, or angie.stoltzfus@temple.edu with any questions.

CEDWC (the Center for Ethics, Diversity, and Workplace Culture) at the Fox School of Business Event 4/1

  • April 1, 2022 – Equality at Work 2022: Voices of Pride ​ Inspired by 3 undergraduates, this is a day-long conference exploring LGBTQIA+ issues in the workplace.  The conference includes 3 panels, Keynote speaker Beth Brooke Marciniak (Former Global Vice Chair Public Policy at EY), and concluding speaker Celena Morrison, Executive Director of the Philadelphia Mayor’s Office of LGBT Affairs.  The event includes lunch and a networking event sponsored by Aramark. *And Lee Carpenter is speaking on our first panel.  Learn more and register at: https://www.fox.temple.edu/conferences/equality-at-work-2022-voices-of-pride/

Save the Date – 2022 Honorable Clifford Scott Green Lecture – April 7th

Please join Temple Law for the 2022 Honorable Clifford Scott Green Lecture, delivered by Senior Advisor to the President and Professor of Law, JoAnne A. Epps on Thursday, April 7th at noon. Link: https://law.temple.edu/events/green-lecture-april-7-2022/

Deciphering the Student Loan Landscape – April 6, 2022 at 4PM

COURSE REGISTRATION – FALL 2022

As always, fall 2022 registration will take place in 3 steps (External Clinic and Externship Registration, Priority Registration, and General Registration).  Registration will take place between March 28 – April 15, 2022 according to the attached schedule which can also be found here.

Before planning your schedule, please review the following information:

  • A list of the Temple Law graduation requirements can be found here.
  • Information about registering for an Independent Guided Research project can be found here.
  • Information about Practicum courses (including important deadlines) can be found here.  In order to register for an independent, for-profit or repeat practicum placement, students must complete the Practicum Approval Form by 12PM on July 28, 2022.
  • Active duty service members, veterans, and those who serve in the military reserve are afforded Veterans’ Priority Registration and are asked to contact Kelly Butts, Assistant Director of Academic Affairs at kelly.butts@temple.edu for information and assistance.
  • The first day of fall 2022 classes is August 29th and the law school academic calendar can be found here.
  • Each semester, the University requires that you agree to a Financial Responsibility Agreement before you register for courses. In order to avoid delays when you are registering, we advise you to take care of this requirement before your first registration date.
  • You can review the mechanics of registration here and written instructions can be found here.
  • Add/Drop will take place from 8/8/22 – 9/2/22.  Wait-lists will open at that time.

FINAL EXAM INFORMATION – SPRING 2022

Spring 2022 Exam Schedule

The Spring 2022 examination schedule is now available here. This Spring, the last day of classes is Monday, April 25, 2022.  Exams will begin on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 and end on Monday, May 9, 2022.  If you do not see an exam listed on the “Exam Schedule Fall 2022” document, please check the “Free Slot Exams” document and the “Take-Home Exams” document.

Evening Division Saturday Exam Option – Complete This Form

All evening students may move exams from the originally scheduled date to a subsequent Saturday.  (You are not permitted to take an exam before the originally scheduled date and you can only take one exam each Saturday).  If you are an evening student requesting to take an exam on Saturday please fill out the form that’s located here.

Exam Administration Reminders

Please note:
  • All notes, outlines, and study materials must be in hard copy. You will not be able to access anything on your computer other than Examplify during the exam.
  • Masks must be worn at all times during the exam.
  • Eating/drinking is not permitted in the exam room.
  • You may leave the room – no permission needed – at any point to use the bathroom or eat/drink in a designated area
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Director Walden at walden@temple.edu or Dean Bretschneider at jennifer.bretschneider@temple.edu.

COVID-19 REMINDERS AND UPDATES

DRS ACCOMMODATION PROCESS FOR STUDENTS: Any student who seeks an academic accommodation related to the pandemic through the Office of Disability Resources and Services can start the process at any point in the semester. Students who need assistance should reach out to Associate Director of Academic and Professional Success Noeleen Urmson (urmson@temple.edu).  

JOB OPPORTUNITIES & TA POSITIONS

F22 Internship – Federal Trade Commission’s Bureau of Competition

The Federal Trade Commission’s Bureau of Competition is now accepting applications for its Fall 2022 legal internship program. The Bureau of Competition offers fall and spring semester legal internships to second- and third-year law students at its Washington, D.C. offices. Semester legal interns work closely with attorneys, economists, and other investigative staff on actual law enforcement investigations, and federal and administrative court litigation. Typical assignments include conducting legal and factual research, interviewing witnesses, writing legal memoranda, and preparing documents and exhibits. The divisions that participate in the semester legal intern program include Mergers, Anticompetitive Practices, Health Care, and Technology Enforcement. For Fall 2022, the application period is January 24 – March 31, 2022. Students should apply directly to each division in which they have an interest. The following application materials are required: cover letter, resume, law school transcript, seven-page writing sample (seven-page maximum; excerpts of a longer sample permitted), and three academic or professional references. All semester interns must be U.S Citizens and receive course credit for completing their internship. If you are interested in applying, or would like additional information, please email Associate Director Urmson at nurmson@temple.edu.

Law Library Research Assistant 

Law Library Research Assistants will work in the Temple Law Library’s Public Services Department assisting on the public service desk, providing research assistance for faculty scholarship,  and participating in special projects that support reference activities.  Training will be provided.   Students are expected to work 10 hours/week during the semester, but scheduling is flexible.  Qualified candidates will have completed a law school first-year legal research and writing class.  Work-study students are preferred.  The Law Library may opt to renew this position for future semesters.  Interested students should contact Charlie Perkins at charles.perkins@temple.edu with a cover letter and resume.

WELLNESS PROGRAMMING

If you’re experiencing a financial hardship due to emergency, accident, illness, or other unforeseen events, you may qualify for emergency funds through Temple University Student Affairs. You can visit the Student Affairs Emergency Student Aid webpage for additional information and to access the online application.

SCHOLARSHIPS & WRITING COMPETITIONS

PBA Intellectual Property Law 2022 Writing Contest

The PBA Intellectual Property Law Section is offering $500 to the law student winner of the section’s 2022 writing contest. This is an opportunity for law students to express in writing their insight and knowledge in the areas of patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets or trade dress. In addition to the cash award, the winning entry will be published in the section newsletter and on the section page of the PBA website.  Read more about the contest and the submission process here: IPWritingcontest2022.pdf (pabar.org)  For additional information and to view past winning entries, visit the section’s webpage here:http://www.pabar.org/site/For-Lawyers/Sections/Intellectual-Property-Law-Section/Projects-and-Programs/IP-Annual-Writing-Competition Entry Deadline: April 22.

ABA’s Commission on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity – ABA LGBT Public Interest Scholarship

The ABA’s Commission on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity is excited to announce that it has begun accepting applications for the ABA LGBT Public Interest Scholarship.  The scholarship provides financial support to a first, second or third year law student, or recent law graduate to enable them to work in the LGBTQ+ public interest arena for the Summer/Fall of 2022.  The individual does not need to self-identify as LGBTQ+.  Last year they were able to award three $5,000 scholarships. To learn more about the scholarship and the application process, visit: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/diversity/sexual_orientation/SOGI/.  Applications will be accepted until April 29, 2022. If you have any questions, please contact: sogi@americanbar.org.

James E. Beckley Student Writing Competition

The James E. Beckley Student Writing Competition is an annual event whereby law students from across the country are invited to submit law review quality articles on legal issues and issues related to protecting investors. This is a writing competition for students interested in Securities Arbitration and Securities Law sponsored by The PIABA Foundation. First Prize is $1000, Second Prize is $750, and Third Prize is $500. Competition winner(s) will be posted online at www.piabafoundation.org. The PIABA Bar Journal Board-of-Editors will publish the first place paper, and may, at their option, print additional submissions.  Interested?  You can learn more about the competition here.

PIDC – D’Alessio Scholarship for Urban Development

Applications for the 2022 PIDC- D’Alessio Scholarship for Urban Development are open.  This scholarship is designed to support graduate students pursuing a career in urban studies, economics, law, public administration, real estate, regional and/or city planning, and urban planning and design. Up to two (2) scholarships of up to $2,500 each will be awarded. Scholarship recipients will also be offered a paid PIDC fall internship in 2022.  Students must either be pursuing a graduate degree at a Philadelphia college or university or be a Philadelphia resident at a college or university studying outside the Philadelphia area. The scholarship application opens January 25 and closes on March 31, 2022. Please review the scholarship site for additional details and to find the application.

$500 First Place Award for PBA Intellectual Property Law Section Law Student Writing Contest

The PBA Intellectual Property Law Section is offering $500 to the law student winner of the section’s 2022 writing contest. This is an opportunity for law students to express in writing their insight and knowledge in the areas of patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets or trade dress. In addition to the cash award, the winning entry will be published in the section newsletter and on the section page of the PBA website.  Read more about the contest and the submission process here: IPWritingcontest2022.pdf (pabar.org)  For additional information and to view past winning entries, visit the section’s webpage here:http://www.pabar.org/site/For-Lawyers/Sections/Intellectual-Property-Law-Section/Projects-and-Programs/IP-Annual-Writing-Competition Entry Deadline: April 22.

BAR EXAM, MPRE, GRADUATION INFORMATION

MPRE – FREE PREP

The Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination (MPRE) is a critical step toward licensure in most jurisdictions, which is why we are thrilled to announce the release of Helix MPRE℠! Utilizing our signature integrated content approach, Helix MPRE employs a variety of learning tools and techniques — in short, targeted segments — to keep students engaged and moving forward. Entirely free and entirely online, Helix MPRE includes:

  • a 12-section outline;
  • 20 topic-specific videos featuring Aaron Taylor, Executive Director of the AccessLex Center for Legal Education Excellence® and former Professional Responsibility professor and D.C. ethics investigator;
  • digital flashcards;
  • building block quizzes to test MPRE knowledge;
  • NCBE-licensed and Helix-crafted multiple-choice questions (with answers and explanations);
  • 2 simulated practice exams covering all of the testable MPRE content;
  • PLUS — our Helix MPRE Attack Outline and two study schedules!

Did You Know…? Bar Exam Edition (Application Deadlines and Costs)

Applying to take the bar exam is a protracted and costly process. Start early, fill out the correct paperwork, and begin the process of collecting the historical records needed to complete your application.

Keep a look out for additional bar exam tips each week in the Post! 

Passing the Bar Podcast

CALI’s Passing the Bar Guide is now an audiobook. Lawdibles is highlighting a new section of the guide each week. Be sure to check out “A Note To Social Justice Oriented, First-Generation, and Other Law Students Who Don’t Feel Like Legal Education Was Designed With Them In Mind – a special message to law students whose experiences, communities, and future clients are underrepresented on the bar exam.” Listen at this link.

2L Helix Bar Review Giveaway: Drawings on April 1

Helix Bar Review by AccessLex is offering 2L students the opportunity to win one of 1000 free July 2023 bar prep courses. Any current 2L student who takes the Helix Sneak Peek and completes just 10% of the content is automatically entered to win their choice of Helix UBE (a $1199 value) or Helix MBE (a $279 value). Extraordinary bar preparation. No bar prep debt. Get the details and spread the word!

Bar Exam Loans for Graduating Students 

Students who are expecting to graduate in 2022 may apply for a bar loan to assist them with costs related to studying and taking the bar exam. Please review our Bar Examination Loans page for more information.

Need A Notary?

Temple Law Library Bibliographic Assistant II, Lizzie Yazvac, is now a notary! She is offering her services, complimentary, to the Temple Law Community. Lizzie is on-site Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 10 am-7 pm.  For the rest of the spring semester she has set up the following drop-in hours:

  • Mondays: 9 am – 11 am
  • Tuesdays: 5 pm – 7 pm
  • Thursdays: 2 pm – 4 pm

Feel free to stop by her office in Klein Hall Room 302B during these drop-in times or if these times do not work out in your schedule please do not hesitate to reach out to Lizzie at lizzie@temple.edu to set up an appointment.

Graduation Regalia

You can purchase your regalia at the Temple University Bookstore (not the Law School Bookstore) which is located in the Gittis Student Center on 13th Street in the Lower level at the Textbook Information Desk starting in March until Graduation day. The law school regalia package is $93.98. Regalia can also be purchased separately. Cap and Gown – $52.98, Hood – $40.99, Tassel – $7.98 and Tam – $53.98.

PA Board of Law Examiners – Recording

If you were unable to attend the Zoom meeting, please email Director Walden at walden@temple.edu for a copy of the recording.

De-Mystifying the Bar Exam Session Recording

If you were unable to attend the “De-Mystifying the Bar Exam” session held on March 1st and would like a link to the recording, please email Associate Director Urmson at nurmson@temple.edu.