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UPCOMING
EVENTS |
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2/10/2010- **This event has been
cancelled and will not be rescheduled** |
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charting
your
legal
future
(washington,
d.c.)-
Career
Conference
-
Students
meet
attorneys
from
BLG
member
organizations
and
partake
in
discussions
around
building
a
successful
legal
career
in
Boston.
Please
read
the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on
this
website.
WHO:
Law
Students
of
Color
WHERE:
Cancelled |
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3/16/2010- 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
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charting your legal
future (new York)-
Career Conference -
Students meet
attorneys from BLG
member organizations
and partake in
discussions around
building a
successful legal
career in
Boston.
Register for this
event
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on this website.
WHO:
Law Students of
Color
WHERE:
Bingham McCutchen
LLP, 399 Park
Avenue, New York, NY |
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3/23/2010- 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
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mentor
program
kick-off
reception-
The
Mentor
Program
provides
an
opportunity
for
students
to
develop
a
one-on-one
relationship
with
an
attorney
from
one
of
the
BLG
member
organizations,
and
expand
their
networking
contacts
in
Boston’s
legal
community.
Students
are
introduced
to
their
mentor
at
the
Kick-off
Reception.
Please
read
the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on
this
website.
WHO:
Law
Students
of
Color
and
Attorney
Mentors
WHERE:
Goodwin
Procter
LLP,
Exchange
Place,
53
State
Street,
Boston,
MA |
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4/6/2010- 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
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LEGAL
WRITING
AND
RESEARCH
WORKSHOP-
Attorneys
will
conduct
a
legal
writing
and
research
workshop
for
law
students
of
color.
Please
read
the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on
this
website.
WHO:
Law
Students
of
Color
WHERE:
Mintz,
Levin,
Cohn,
Ferris,
Glovsky
&
Popeo
P.C.,
One
Financial
Center,
Boston,
MA |
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4/13/2010- 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
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mock interview program-
Each student undergoes two 20-minute practice employment interviews, conducted by practicing attorneys. Attorneys also provide direct feedback regarding the student’s resume, interview skills and professional demeanor.
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding photographs/videos on this website.
WHO: Law Students of Color
WHERE: Bingham McCutchen LLP, One Federal Street, Boston, MA |
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BLG COLLEGE SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM-
A ten-week internship program for talented college
students from diverse backgrounds who are interested
in pursuing a career in law.
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding photographs/videos on this website.
WHO:
2010 BLG College Summer Interns – Rising College
Sophomores and juniors and Seniors who have
previously participated
WHERE:
Participating BLG Member Organizations |
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6/1/2010- 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
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BLG
COLLEGE
SUMMER
INTERNSHIP
PROGRAM
ORIENTATION
pART
i-
Welcome
day
for
all
interns,
featuring
an
introduction
to
the
BLG
internship
program
and
a
session
on
basic
office
skills
and
business
etiquette.
Afternoon
social
for
Interns
to
meet
Mentors
and
Coordinators.
Please
read
the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on
this
website.
WHO:
2010
BLG
College
Summer
Interns,
Mentors
and
Internship
Coordinators
WHERE:
TBD |
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6/2/2010- 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
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BLG
COLLEGE
SUMMER
INTERNSHIP
PROGRAM
ORIENTATION
pART
II-
Interactive
program
featuring
a
Mock
Trial
Preparation
Workshop
and
tours
of
downtown
area
law
schools.
Please
read
the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on
this
website.
WHO:
2010
BLG
College
Summer
Interns,
Mentors
and
Internship
Coordinators
WHERE:
TBD |
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BLG
SUMMER
ASSOCIATES
PROGRAM-
Networking/social
programs
designed
to
supplement
the
summer
experience
for
summer
associates
of
color
at
BLG
member
organizations.
Please
read
the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on
this
website.
WHO:
2010
Summer
Associates
of
Color
Employed
by
BLG
Member
Organizations
WHERE:
Participating
BLG
Member
Organizations |
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welcome
breakfast
for
summer
associates-
Welcome
breakfast
for
new
summer
associates
of
color,
featuring
an
introduction
to
the
BLG
and
an
overview
of
upcoming
summer
activities.
Please
read
the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on
this
website.
WHO:
2010
Summer
Associates
of
Color
Employed
by
BLG
Member
Organizations
WHERE:
Bingham
McCutchen
LLP,
One
Federal
Street,
Boston,
MA |
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June 2010 (Date TBD)- 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
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BUSINESS
ETIQUETTE
LUNCHEON-
Luncheon
featuring
a
fun
interactive
program
highlighting
the
proper
way
to
dine,
network,
mingle
and
much
more.
Please
read
the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on
this
website.
WHO:
2010
Summer
Associates
of
Color
Employed
by
BLG
Member
Organizations
WHERE:
TBD |
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July 2010 (Date TBD)- 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM |
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WINE
TASTING
EVENT-
Network,
enjoy
wine
and
food
pairings
while
participating
in
the
Diva’s
Inc.
Wine
Tasting
Event.
Please
read
the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on
this
website.
WHO:
2010
Summer
Associates
of
Color
WHERE:
Sullivan
&
Worcester
LLP,
One
Post
Office
Square,
Boston,
MA |
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July 2010 (Date TBD)- 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM |
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annual
summer
soiree-
Network,
relax
and
have
a
good
time!
Please
read
the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on
this
website.
WHO:
Associates
of
Color
and
2010
Summer
Associates
of
Color
WHERE:
TBD |
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8/18/2010-
5:30
PM
to 7:30 PM |
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Boston
pre-job fair reception-
Network with job fair participants in a casual
setting prior to interview day.
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding photographs/videos on this website.
WHO:
Law Students of Color selected to interview at the
2010 BLG Job Fair, Attorneys, Legal Recruiters, Law
School Deans and Career Services Administrators
WHERE:
Sullivan & Worcester LLP, One Post Office Square,
Boston, MA |
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8/19/2010-
9:00 AM
to 5:00 PM |
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boston job
fair-
Candidates interview with employers at scheduled
times.
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding photographs/videos on this website.
WHO:
Law Students of Color selected to interview at the
2010 BLG Job Fair
WHERE:
The Intercontinental Hotel, 510 Atlantic Avenue,
Boston, MA |
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8/25/2010-
5:30
PM
to 7:30 PM |
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washington,
d.c. pre-job fair reception-
Network with job fair participants in a casual
setting prior to interview day.
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding photographs/videos on this website.
WHO:
Law Students of Color selected to interview at the
2010 BLG Job Fair, Attorneys, Legal Recruiters, Law
School Deans and Career Services Administrators
WHERE:
TBD |
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8/26/2010-
9:00 AM
to 5:00 PM |
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washington,
d.c. job fair-
Candidates interview with employers at scheduled
times.
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding photographs/videos on this website.
WHO:
Law Students of Color selected to interview at the
2010 BLG Job Fair
WHERE:
Renaissance Mayflower Hotel, 1127 Connecticut
Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. |
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10/5/2010-
5:30
PM
to 7:30 PM |
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WELCOME DINNER-
Dinner and BLG information session for group
leaders. Goal to forward information regarding BLG
events to members.
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding photographs/videos on this website.
WHO:
Affinity Group Leaders
WHERE:
McDermott, Will & Emery LLP, 28 State Street,
Boston, MA |
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10/13/2010-
5:30
PM
to 7:30 PM |
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Courtroom Decorum Program-
Judges discuss appropriate and inappropriate courtroom behavior and answer questions, followed by informal cocktail reception.
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding photographs/videos on this website.
WHO: 3L Students of Color, Junior Associates of Color
WHERE: Nixon Peabody LLP, 100 Summer Street, Boston, MA |
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November 2010 (Date TBD)-
12:00 PM
to 2:00 PM |
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BLG ANNUAL MEETING-
A luncheon celebration and BLG’s annual year-in-review report.
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disclaimer
regarding photographs/videos on this website.
WHO: All BLG Member Firms, Friends and Supporters of the BLG
WHERE: TBD |
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November 2010 (Date TBD)-
5:30
PM
to 7:30 PM |
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WELCOME RECEPTION FOR NEW ASSOCIATES OF COLOR-
Reception and fun activities.
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding photographs/videos on this website.
WHO: New Associates of Color
WHERE: TBD |
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November 2010 (Date TBD)-
5:30 PM
to 7:30 PM |
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Meet the Partners of Color Reception-
Networking reception where attorneys of color have a
unique opportunity to meet and network with partners
of color in an informal atmosphere.
WHO:
Attorneys of Color
WHERE:
TBD |
*BLG event dates and locations are subject to change |
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PAST
EVENTS |
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2/3/2010- 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
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CREATING BEST
PRACTICE SERIES:
PANEL DISCUSSION-
STRATEGIES FOR
ADVANCING DIVERSITY
IN A DIFFICULT
ECONOMY-
Panelists will
engage in an
interactive
discussion regarding
the business case
for diversity and
inclusion. Panelists
will share their
expertise and
experience and
provide tips on
leveraging your
diversity
initiatives.
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on this website.
WHO:
Hiring Partners,
Hiring & Diversity
Committee Members,
Legal Recruiters,
Professional
Development and
Diversity Staff
WHERE:
Brown Rudnick LLP,
One Financial
Center, Boston, MA |
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2/2/2010- 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
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LIFE AS A JUNIOR
ASSOCIATE-
Your first year of
law practice will
most likely be one
of the most
stressful in your
career…new
environment,
experiences, and
requirements. “Life
as a Junior
Associate” is an
educational program
where seasoned
attorneys from
Seyfarth Shaw LLP
will provide you
with invaluable
insight on the
practice of law.
They will share with
you the inner
workings of a law
firm, advise you on
how to manage your
time effectively,
how to best navigate
through challenging
situations, and
provide you with an
outline of your role
and
responsibilities.
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding
photographs/videos
on this website.
WHO:
Law Students of
Color
WHERE:
Seyfarth Shaw LLP, 2
Seaport Lane,
Boston, MA |
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1/12/2010 – 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM |
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charting your legal future (boston)-
Career development conference and
networking event. First and second
year law school students of color
engage in discussions with BLG
member attorneys regarding building
a successful legal career in
Boston. Topics include Mentoring,
Job Search Strategies and Life as a
Lawyer.
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding photographs/videos on this website.
WHO:
First and Second Year Law Students
of Color
WHERE:
Sullivan & Worcester LLP, One Post
Office Square, 21st Floor, Boston,
MA |
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1/6/2010 – 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM |
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2010 BLG Summer Internship Program
Information Session-
Information session regarding the
2010 Summer Internship Program. Hear
from former participants, learn
about the application process and
enjoy pizza!
Apply
to the 2010 BLG Summer Internship
Program (Deadline to Apply is
2/5/2010)
Please read the
disclaimer
regarding photographs/videos on this website.
WHO:
Rising College Sophomores, Juniors
and Former Participants
WHERE:
Sullivan & Worcester LLP, One Post
Office Square, 21st Floor, Boston,
MA |
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