Events 2020-2021

September •October • November • December • January • February • March • April • May

Summer

All events during this academic year will be remote on Zoom unless otherwise noted. Please RSVP by 5 p.m. the day before the event to receive Zoom information.

• Summer Law School Application & Personal Statement Workshops. Make the most of your summer by planning your application process now. This workshop targets students applying to law school during the 2020-2021 cycle for entry into law school in fall 2021. Please attend a workshop (you only need to attend one) before scheduling individual appointments one-on-one for law school application advising. Workshops will be repeated during the summer and later in the fall on various dates and times. All sessions will be held on Zoom. Please RSVP by 9 a.m. the day of the session to receive Zoom information.
• July 27, Monday (5:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.) Part I Nuts and Bolts (5:45-6:30) & Part II Personal Statement (6:30-7:15) RSVP at this link
• July 29, Wednesday (11:45 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.) Part I Nuts and Bolts (11:45-12:30) & Part II Personal Statement (12:30-1:15) RSVP at this link
• August 14, Friday (1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.) Part I Nuts and Bolts (1:00-1:45) & Part II Personal Statement (1:45-2:30) RSVP at this link
• August 24, Monday (5:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.) Part I Nuts and Bolts (5:45-6:30) & Part II Personal Statement (6:30-7:15) RSVP at this link
• Summer Session 2: EXCEL Trial Advocacy Non-Credit Program. Trial Advocacy provides students with an understanding of the foundational skills needed to try a case including: case analysis and planning; direct and cross examination of witnesses; proper use of exhibits; making and responding to objections; jury selection; and effective opening statements and closing arguments. At the conclusion of the program, students, acting in teams, take part in a mock trial. By taking on these roles, students gain insight into the function of attorneys in the courtroom.
• When: The group will meet virtually for 8 afternoon sessions. The mock trial will be held the week of August 10.
• Who: Participation in the program is by permission only from the Pre-Law Advising Office. Participation is capped at 12 students, and is competitive. No prerequisites are required. This is a non-credit program. The program will be led by an attorney, Paul Becker, Esq.
• More details will be shared on the Pre-Law Listerv. For questions please reach out to the Pre-Law Office
• EXCEL Series: Demystifying the Corporation This six-week interactive seminar provides an introduction to the modern corporation through the lens of contemporary ethical and social issues. Each week’s discussion will focus on real life examples, such as the #MeToo Movement and the tension between profits versus social responsibility. Discussions will provide insight into how key players and stakeholders shape the corporate decision-making process.
• When: The group will meet virtually one (1) time per week for 6 afternoon sessions on Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. beginning August 26.
• Who: Participation in the program is by permission only from the Pre-Law Advising Office. Participation is capped at 12 students, and is competitive. No prerequisites are required. This is a non-credit program. The program will be led by Dave Hattem, Esq. a Hunter alumnus, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary of Equitable Holdings.
• Details will be shared on the Pre-Law Listerv. For questions please reach out to the Pre-Law Office. This series is now full.

September

• September 2, Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Hunter Pre-Law Monthly Lunch & Learn: The Path to Law School - Particularly useful for feshmen and other new pre-law students. Ella Mae Estrada, Esq., Associate Dean of Enrollment Management, Financial Aid, and Diversity Initiatives, New York Law School, will discuss the curriculum choices, skill set, and resume-building activities that will make students successful law school candidates, and suggest ways to begin to make your own path. Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Sept. 1 at THIS LINK to receive Zoom information the evening before.
• September 9, Wednesday (5:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.) Panel of Law School Officers on the Dos and Don'ts of the Application Process: Columbia, Fordham, Cardozo, Cornell. Law school admissions officers visit Hunter to meet you, and to explain what you need to know to write a great application. Hear first-hand what the law schools are looking for, and have the chance to network with law school representatives from New York. This panel is especially useful for alumni and Seniors applying for the 2020-21 cycle, or those planning to apply next year (Juniors, that means you!). Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Sept. 8 at THIS LINK to receive Zoom information the evening before.
• September 16, Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Lawyer Connection: Labor Law in Higher Education. William A. Herbert, Esq., Executive Director of the National Center for the Study of Collective Bargaining in Higher Education and the Professions. Bill Herbert is a former deputy chair of the New York State Public Employment Relations Board, and a former senior counsel at CSEA Local 1000, AFSCME, AFL-CIO. Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Sept. 15 at THIS LINK to receive ZOOM information the evening before.
• September 22, Tuesday (5:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.) How to Network at the Virtual LSAC Forum. Lindsay Gladney, Vice Dean for Admissions, SUNY Buffalo School of Law will discuss how to make a good impression on law school representatives at the LSAC forum, and how to effectively elicit the information that will be the most helpful to you. Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Sept. 21 at THIS LINK to receive Zoom information the evening before.
• September 23, Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.) Human Rights Lawyering: Virtual Visit with the Sorenson Center for International Peace & Justice. Current Sorenson Fellows at CUNY Law and former fellows who are now practicing attorneys will speak about their work that makes an impact locally, and around the world. Panel will be followed by break-out sessions. Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Sept. 22 at THIS LINK to receive Zoom information the evening before.
• September 25, Friday (12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.) Law School Application & Personal Statement Workshop. You need only attend one session. This workshop targets students applying to law school this cycle for entry into law school for fall 2021. This workshop was also offered at the end of spring term and during the summer. Students who attended the spring/summer sessions need not attend, but are welcome if they would like a refresher or have questions. (Please attend a workshop before scheduling meetings for review of your application materials; reviews are handled in appointments.) Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Sept. 24 at THIS LINK to receive Zoom information the evening before.
• September 26, Saturday: LSAC FORUM. Register by September 23. The networking will be most useful to those who are currently applying to law school, or are applying soon. The forum can also be useful for upper classmen, particularly the workshops. Meet with law school reps from 3-7 p.m. Attend live workshops from 2-7:30 p.m.
• September 30, Wednesday (3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.) Exclusive Hunter Webinar: Conversation on Corporate Governance. Dave Hattem, Esq., a Hunter alumnus and Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary of Equitable Holdings, will lead a conversation with company CEO Mark Pearson and Director Bert Scott, examining the modern corporation through the lens of contemporary ethical and social issues. This will be an informative conversation for anyone interested in understanding the workings of corporate governance. Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Sept. 28 (Monday) with your Hunter email ONLY at THIS LINK to receive Zoom information from Mr. Hattem's office.

October

• October 5, Monday (Preliminary discussion 6:30; Broadcast 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.) First Monday in October (Virtual) Award Ceremony & Legal Arguments. The Office of the Appellate Defender (OAD) hosts a virtual mock U.S. Supreme Court argument (named in acknowledgment of the traditional first day of the new Supreme Court session), followed by a ceremony honoring nationally recognized legal advocates. Each year this event highlights luminaries in the NYC legal community. This event is usually held at NYU Law; this year it will be broadcast on line.

This is a premier New York City event; we will have a brief discussion beforehand, so that students have background on the case Baxter v. Bracey, a Fourth Amendment case relating to qualified immunity.

Register for either the preliminary discussion on Zoom at Hunter, the OAD broadcast, or both. Register at THIS LINK for the preliminary discussion at 6:30 on Zoom (must have a Zoom account). Register with OAD on their website; registration does nor require a fee. Be sure to scroll down past the sponsorship options.

Honorees this year making oral arguments include:

• Roberta A. Kaplan, Esq., who argued United States v. Windsor, a landmark Supreme Court decision that invalidated a section of the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act and required the federal government to recognize same-sex marriages
• Sharon L. Nelles, Esq., Managing Partner of Sullivan & Cromwell's Litigation Group, who represents companies and financial institutions, such as Moody’s and JPMorgan Chase in managing the fallout of the subprime mortgage crisis

• October 7, Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Virtual visit to law firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer: Corporate Law and Sustainability. Timothy Wilkins, Esq., Corporate and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) partner, and the firms’ first global partner for client sustainability, will host a discussion on international M&A and the nature of corporate matters handled at large law firms ("big law"). The discussion will also focus on how attorneys’ concern for larger social issues are incorporated into their work. This session will be an informative discussion for students who aspire to a career in big law. Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Oct. 5 (Monday) with your Hunter email ONLY at THIS LINK to receive Zoom information from Mr. Wilkin's office.
• October 13, Tuesday: LSAC FORUM. Register by October 10. The networking will be most useful to those who are currently applying to law school, or are applying soon. The forum can also be useful for upper classmen, particularly the workshops. Meet with law school reps from 3-7 p.m. Attend live workshops from 2-7:30 p.m. The forum runs monthly this fall.
• October 13, Tuesday (5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.) Law School Application & Personal Statement Workshop. You need only attend one session. This workshop targets students applying to law school this cycle for entry into law school for fall 2021. This workshop was also offered at the end of spring term and during the summer. Students who attended the spring/summer sessions need not attend, but are welcome if they would like a refresher or have questions. (Please attend a workshop before scheduling meetings for review of your application materials; reviews are handled in appointments.) Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Oct. 12 at THIS LINK to receive Zoom information the evening before.
• October 21, Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.) LSAT Workshop with Testmasters. This is an introduction to the format of the Law School Admissions Test (traditional LSAT and LSAT-Flex) with an in-depth look at methodology for the most common questions, using examples from actual exams. The session will also include a discussion of the new on-line digital version of the test. This session is good way for students to begin to familiarize themselves with this challenging entry test, and anticipate their study plans. Please RSVP at THIS LINK by 5 p.m. on Oct 20 to receive Zoom information the night before.
• October 28, Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Lunch with a Lawyer - President's Guest: Sheila Birnbuam, Esq.  Ms. Birnabuam is co-chair of Dechert’s product liability and mass torts practice and focuses on complex product liability, mass torts and insurance litigation. She is one of the country’s preeminent product liability defense lawyers, having served as national counsel or lead defense counsel for numerous Fortune 500 companies in some of the largest and most complex tort cases in the United States. She has also argued many influential appeals in appellate courts across the United States, including the U.S. Supreme Court. ZOOM link with be shared after 9 p.m. the day before the event with those who RSVP. PRESIDENT'S GUEST SERIES IS REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS FOR GOOD STANDING. Please RSVP at THIS LINK by 5 p.m. on Oct. 27 to receive Zoom information the night before.

November

• November 4, Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Pre-Law Monthly Lunch & Learn: ACLU. Learn about the work of the American Civil Liberties Union, one of the nation's foremost defenders of civil liberties and civil rights, and the undergraduate internship opportunities at the New York affiliate office this summer and semesters ahead. Please RSVP at THIS LINK by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3, for Zoom link.
• November 4, Wednesday: LSAC FORUM. Register by November 1. The networking will be most useful to those who are currently applying to law school, or are applying soon. The forum can also be useful for upper classmen, particularly the workshops. Meet with law school reps from 3-7 p.m. Attend live workshops from 2-7:30 p.m. The forum runs monthly this fall.
• November 11, Wednesday (5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.) Lawyer Connection: Day in the Life of a Judge. Hon. Judge Pickholz, Supreme Court, Criminal Term, New York County, will host a discussion with her court staff highlighting the role of judges and their day-to-day routines in the courtroom. Are you interested to know how she became a judge? Do you wonder what she thinks about the parameters of criminal court processes? Bring your questions! Please RSVP at THIS LINK by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 10, for Zoom link.
• November 13, Friday & November 14, Saturday, 16th Annual National Black Pre-Law Conference The vision of the National Black Pre-Law Conference is to provide a powerful forum to help increase the numbers of excellent, strategic and competitive African American law school applicants, students and graduates nationwide. This conference will be held virtually.
• November 16, Monday (5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.) Mock Application Review: What admissions officers think as they review actual applications! Admissions officers from Brooklyn Law School and St. John's School of Law will share how they approach applications and systematically evaluate their content. They will discuss matters including how they view grades on the transcript (what about that W?), multiple LSATs, the addendum, and the personal statement. They will also discuss the nature of waitlists. Get an inside view of the admissions process. This session is REQUIRED for student eligibility for this year's law school application grant. Please RSVP at THIS LINK by 5 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 15, for Zoom link.
• November 21, Saturday (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) CLEO Super Saturday Pre-Law Seminars, for Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and beyond at Fordham Law School. The event is free but registration is required. Note: CLEO attempts to reach students from minority groups underrepresented in the legal profession. If you are not a minority student, you may participate if you are economically or otherwise disadvantaged. This program will be held virtually.
• November 23, Monday (5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) Law School Application & Personal Statement Workshop. You need only attend one session. This workshop targets students applying to law school this cycle for entry into law school for fall 2021. This workshop was also offered at the end of spring term and during the summer. Students who attended the spring/summer sessions need not attend, but are welcome if they would like a refresher or have questions. (Please attend a workshop before scheduling meetings for review of your application materials; reviews are handled in real time in an appointment.) Please RSVP at THIS LINK by Sun., November 22, for Zoom link.
• November 30, Monday (5:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.) Panel: What Can I Do with a Law Degree? REQUIRED for Freshmen/Sophomores/New Transfers for Good Standing in the Program. Hear about the work of alumni attorneys in different sectors of the law: government, business/corporate, and public interest. Learn about the role of lawyers in each of these areas, as well as understand how they are different. Panels will be followed by break out sessions. Please RSVP at THIS LINK by Friday, Nov. 27, for Zoom link.
• Private Practice
• Maria Mannarino, Associate, Litigation and Dispute Resolution at Dentons (B.A. Hunter '13, J.D. NYU Law '17)
• Michael Carbone, Managing Attorney, Carbone Law (B.A. Hunter '08, J.D. Widener University School of Law '12)
• Public Interest
• Pauline Syrnik, Staff Attorney, The Legal Aid Society of NYC (B.A. Hunter '15, J.D. Yale Law School '19)
• Tedmund Wan, Senior Staff Attorney, TakeRoot Justice (B.A. Hunter '07, J.D. University of Notre Dame Law School '11)
• Government
• Nishat "Bella" Tabassum, Assistant Corporation Counsel, New York City Law Department (B.A. Hunter '15, CUNY Law '19)
• Raabia Qasim, Assistant General Counsel, City of New York (B.A. Hunter '10, J.D. CUNY Law '16)

December

• December 8, Tuesday (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.) Lawyer Connection: Election Law. Katharine Loving Associate Counsel, Policy Guidance, Candidate Guidance & Policy, New York City Campaign Finance Board (Hunter B.A., Fordham J.D.) The Campaign Finance Board is a nonpartisan, independent city agency that serves the public interest by enhancing the role of New York City residents in the electoral process. Through its administration of the Campaign Finance Program, created in 1988, the CFB educates voters about the candidates and enables more citizens to compete for city office. The Program amplifies the impact of New Yorkers’ small contributions by matching them with public funds, reducing the possibility and the perception of corruption associated with large contributions and unlimited campaign spending. Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Mon, December 7 at THIS LINK to receive ZOOM information the evening before.
• December 10, Thursday (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.). Hon. Ruth Pickholz discussion of upcoming Sex Offender Registry Act (SORA) Hearing, in anticipation of hearing on Friday @ 10:30 a.m. The NYS Sex Offender Registration Act, known as “SORA,” requires that individuals register with the Division of Criminal Justice Services when they are released from prison after completing sentences for sex offenses or when they are sentenced to probation for such crimes.  RSVP at THIS LINK by 5 p.m. on Wed, December 9 at THIS LINK to receive ZOOM information the evening before.

There are three levels of SORA registration. The risk level determination may result in lifetime reporting obligations and can require the disclosure of detailed personal information on the Division of Criminal Justice website. This information may include the individual’s photograph, home and work address, and details of the underlying offense. At the SORA hearing, a judge determines which of the three levels an individual is subject to.

The judge considers the individual’s risk of re-offense, the underlying offense, any other criminal history, post-offense behavior, and future prospects. Individuals have a right to be present and a right to counsel at a SORA hearing. Students are invited but not required to attend the Friday hearing.

• December 12, Saturday: LSAC FORUM. Register by December 9. The networking will be most useful to those who are currently applying to law school, or are applying soon. The forum can also be useful for upper classmen, particularly the workshops. Meet with law school reps from 3-7 p.m. Attend live workshops from 2-7:30 p.m.
• December 19, Saturday (1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.) LSAT Crunchtime with Testmasters! Are you studying for the January LSAT and want to know how to make the most of the next 4 weeks? Are you anticipating studying for the LSAT later, and interested to know about pacing and key strategies as the test gets close? This session is co-sponsored by the Pre-Law Program and the Pre-Law Society, and is open to current students only, due to policies of the College Association. Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Thurs., December 17 at THIS LINK. Students who RSVP will subsequently receive the registration link, which will generate the Zoom info for the session. 
• December 23, Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.) Law School Application & Personal Statement Workshop - Last one of the cycle. If you are applying to law for entry into law school for 2021 and have not yet attended a workshop, please make every effort to attend this session. In this comprehensive discussion, we will cover school selection, essay writing, financial aid, LSAT timing, letters of recommendation and overall strategies. Students who attended earlier sessions need not attend, but are welcome if they would like a refresher or have questions. (Please attend a workshop before scheduling meetings for review of your application materials; reviews are handled in real time in an appointment.) Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Tues., December 22 at THIS LINK to receive ZOOM information the evening before.

January Intersession

• January 13, Wednesday & January 14, Thursday. NYC Bar Assn. LSAT/Law School Prep Conference. This annual event provides a one-stop shop for learining about LSAT options, selecting schools, financing your education, and networking with law schools. The event is free but registration is required on the website.
• Winter Intersession: Moot Court Class. Moot Court is a challenging one credit Intersession course that simulates the appellate court setting. Students become knowledgeable about existing legal controversies, prepare legal arguments, and present a case before a mock judicial panel. By learning to read cases and make oral arguments, students gain insight into court-based decision making, as well as the role of lawyers and judges within the process. This course is now full.

When: The class will meet for 6 evening sessions in January. Final arguments (for which you must be present) will be held thereafter on two different evenings.

Who: Registration for the course is by permission only from the Pre-Law Advising Office. Participation is capped at 12 students, and is competitive. Your chosen major is not important. What is important is that you are eager to study the art of argument.

Once you have been accepted into the course by the Pre-Law Office, the Political Science Department will give you permission to register. Recruitment for this course will open before Thanksgiving.

• January 29, DEADLINE for Hunter LSAT Prep Diversity Initiative application - Part I. Hunter's extended, subsidized on-campus LSAT class kicks off at the beginning of the spring term; admission based on demonstrated law school interest and merit. Part I, Intro Spring Session, runs on 5 Sundays early in the term, and then includes two follow up checkins for self-study progress. There is a $75 student contribution; this is a partially subsidized program. Students pay separately for a one year subscription for access to online sample exams that are licensed exclusively by LSAC on LSAC Prep Plus. This course is now full.

Students who successfully complete Part I will have priority for the Part II summer intensive that runs from June - September, for which there is also a student contribution, still to be determined. It is not possible to apply for the summer intensive program separately at this time. Seats will be made available on a space available basis. Information will be shared on the listserv in May.

• January 29, Friday (5:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.) Fall Planning Discussion for Juniors (rising fall 2021 Seniors) & All Fall Law School Applicants. We will discuss steps to take now in connection with being prepared to apply to law school in the fall, including cleaning up your transcripts; requesting letters of recommendation; and anticipating the LSAT. For juniors, in this time of economic uncertainty, it is good to consider working after college, but also being sure to anticipate the alternatives. These matters - and questions you bring to the session - will be addressed. Please register to attend at THIS LINK to receive Zoom info.

February

• February 3, Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.) Dreamleapers Professional Coaching Seminar - REQUIRED for Transfers, Freshmen, Sophomores, & New Joiners for Good Standing in the Program, all levels of students welcome. Harriette Cole will help you polish your presence and help you learn how to make a positive first impression so that you can network effectively through events at Hunter and beyond. The discussion will focus on what goes into a good elevator pitch and how to draw people in through body language. This event will be via ZOOM. Please RSVP at THIS LINK. Students must set up a Zoom account, and Zoom name must match the name on RSVP to enter the meeting.
• February 9, Tuesday (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.) Panel: Careers in Public Interest. Hear about the work of alumni attorneys in different areas that speak to advocacy: research, reform, harm reduction, and philanthropy. Learn about the role of lawyers in each of these areas, as well as understand how they are different. Panels may be followed by break out sessions, depending on attorney availability. Please RSVP at THIS LINK by Monday, February 8 at 5:00 p.m. for Zoom link. The link will be sent to you separately.
• Katie Adamides, Esq., NYS Director, Fines and Fees Justice Center (B.A. Hunter '09, J.D. UC Berkeley Law '14)
• Meghan Best, Esq., Policy Associate & Associate Staff Attorney, Children's Defense Fund-California (B.A. Hunter '05, J.D. Loyola Law '17)
• Shane Correia, Esq., Director of Government Partnerships, Center for Court Innovation  (B.A. Hunter '10, J.D. Cardozo Law '13)
• Yasmin Dwedar, Esq., Supervising Attorney, Crime Victims Treatment Center (B.A. Hunter '06, J.D. CUNY Law '11)
• Laura Hecht-Felella, Esq., George A. Katz Fellow at Brennan Center for Justice (B.A. Hunter '12, J.D. NYU Law '15)
• Agnetha Jacob, Esq., Associate General Counsel, Clinton Foundation  (B.A. Hunter '07, J.D. Cornell '10)
• February 10, Wednesday (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.) Lawyer Connection: Intellectual Property & Patent Law: Margareta Sorenson, Director Of Intellectual Property at Amicus Therapeutics (Hunter B.A. '00, Rockefeller University Ph.D. '05, Harvard J.D. '12). There is a strong demand for lawyers with science backgrounds! Margareta Sorenson earned a Ph.D. in biochemistry and was a postdoctoral fellow at Harvard Medical School, prior to earning her J.D. at Harvard Law School. Ms. Sorenson practiced at Foley & Larder and Wilmer Hale in Washington D.C. before joining Amicus Therapeutics, a biotechnology company at the forefront of advanced therapies to treat rare diseases. Register in advance for this meeting at THIS LINK. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
• February 17, Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Summer Pre-Law Undergraduate Scholars "Plus" Programs. This session will share information about unique immersive learning experience - PLUS programs - offered each summer by select law schools that help rising undergraduate sophomores and juniors from underrepresented backgrounds to explore their interest in the law. There is no cost to participate in the program, and each participant is eligible to receive a $1,000 stipend and fee waiver from LSAC. Register in advance for this meeting at THIS LINK. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
• February 22, Monday (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.) Lawyer Connection: Federal Clerkships. Valerie Young, Esq. (Hunter B.A. ’16, U Colorado '20) and her co-clerk Libby Bova (UChicago '12, Harvard Law '20). Clerkships are an exciting and prestigious way to build your skills following law school. Come speak with two highly accomplished recent law grads about their current clerking experience in Federal court in the District of Colorado. Learn about the key steps to obtaining a clerkship. Register in advance for this meeting at THIS LINK. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting

March

• March 3, Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.) LSAT Logic Games Workshop with Testmasters. It is called a "game" but Logic Games can be the most stressful part of the LSAT for some students. Rest assured, though, it is one of the teachable parts of the test. Testmasters will walk you through tips, tricks, and strategies for taking on this section of the exam. The Zoom link to register will come from Testmasters and will be shared soon. Please RSVP and get Zoom info at THIS LINK:

https://testmasters-net.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vdOiqqD8vGNT5Df-EgGiIaHyQPi5phYxN

• March 9, Tuesday (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.) Environmental Law Panel. Hunter alumni attorneys will discuss their work relating to environmental law in non-profit advocacy groups and government. Please RSVP and get Zoom info at THIS LINK:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlc-CqqjIoEtXDYFk4AirbChTpkv1zVXUz

• Andrew Carter, Senior Conservation Policy Analyst, Center for Conservation Innovation at Defenders of Wildlife (Hunter B.A. '00, UMiami Law J.D. '06, UMiami Ph.D. '17)
• Amy Laura Cahn, Visiting Professor & Acting Director, Environmental Justice Clinic, Vermont Law School; Lecturer on Climate Policy,  Department of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning, Tufts University (Hunter B.A. '04, UPenn Law '09)
• Alda Yuan, Public Health Analyst, Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (Hunter B.A. '15, Yale Law J.D. '18)
• March 10, Wednesday (1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.) How to Pay for Law School with AccessLex. Understand the nitty-gritty of funding your law school education. This session is an important planning tool for students at various levels in their undergraduate careers; you are encouraged to attend even if you are not applying to law school at this time. AccessLex is a non-profit group dedicated fostering access to law school, and to helping aspiring attorneys understand law school finance, to ensure their long term success. Please RSVP and get Zoom info at THIS LINK:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvdOGurDIrHdTb3Nso4CLtMfBjG_7M7IEJ

• March 17, Wednesday (1:15 - 2:15 p.m.) Resume Bootcamp. Gain insight into basic resume crafting, as well as polishing your already strong resume, with an eye towards applying for summer internships.The room will open 15 minutes early to give everyone a chance to get settled. Please RSVP and get Zoom info at THIS LINK:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pdeqoqDwsGtYLk7WEkNUvLiyIH75XFlX-

• March 24, Wednesday (5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.) Networking & Interviewing Virtually. The online sphere poses new challenges, but some techniques and rules still apply. Lourdes Olvera-Marshall, Esq. -- a diversity & inclusion strategist, executive coach, and community leader -- will provide key tips. The room will open 15 minutes early to give everyone a chance to get settled. Please RSVP and get Zoom info at THIS LINK:

 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkceyoqT4oH9PLWIErt2DB4rlHXFU1QpTJ

• March 26, Friday (4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. ) Lawyer Connection: Adjudication & Enforcement. Sam Soloman, Chief of Staff & Special Counsel at NYC Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH), and Marisa Senigo, OATH Deputy Commissioner. OATH provides hearings on notices of violation issued by NYC agencies. It adjudicates for all NYC agencies unless otherwise provided for by legislation. The room will open 15 minutes early to give everyone a chance to get settled. Please RSVP and get Zoom info at THIS LINK:

 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrcO6opjIvEtFEw7ZLNoFCXTimPhRoRIcP

April

• April 2, Friday (12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m./ Questions follow) Spring Break Law School Application & Personal Statement Workshop. Make the most of your summer by planning your application process now. This workshop targets students applying to law school during the 2021-2022 cycle for entry into law school in fall 2022. The spring workshop is helpful for getting an early start, and for targeting early action fall deadlines in October. Please attend a workshop before scheduling your individual appointments (we can meet several times to help you develop and then review your materials) in connection with your applications. Workshops will be repeated each month in the summer and in the fall on various dates and times. Again, you only need to come to one workshop. This summer there will be a module of weekly sessions which will offer a deep dive into the various components of the application and insight into the law school experience. Please RSVP and get Zoom info at THIS LINK.
• https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIufumorzkrGdfa8kabrWPFHGSZhlkp3BgV 
• April 6, Tuesday (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.) Lawyering in Connection with Housing Panel. Tawanna M. St. Louis (Hunter B.A. '09, Touro Law '13), Associate Court Attorney, Civil Court of the City of New York, Kings County Housing Court, and Hedwig O'Hara (Hunter B.A., Fordham Law '91) Legal Director, Lawyers Alliance for New York, representing nonprofit developers of affordable housing. Please RSVP and get Zoom info at THIS LINK: 
• https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArdeqgqDoiGNAJtY3J5SoYXwLT46I4YyDC

• April 14, Wednesday, (11 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) How to use the LSAC website to apply to Law School. Presentation by LSAC with overview of all the key features of the website you will need in order to apply. Please RSVP and get Zoom info at THIS LINK
• https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0tdu2pqD8iH9TOE-D8qvD0JHDRIHG05awZ
• April 21, Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Lunch with a Lawyer - President's Guest: Josephine Wang, Esq. Josephine Wang joined the Securities Investor Protection Corporation ("SIPC") in 1983, assuming positions of increasing responsibility. In 2004, she became the General Counsel and Secretary of SIPC, and in April 2019, she was appointed to the position of President and CEO of SIPC. Before joining SIPC, Ms. Wang was an attorney with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, a federal government agency regulating the commodity futures and options markets in the United States and protecting futures investors against abusive practices. PRESIDENT'S GUEST SERIES IS REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS FOR GOOD STANDING. Please RSVP at THIS LINK by 5 p.m. on April 19 to receive Zoom information the night before.
• April 30, Friday (4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.) LSAT Flex and the writing sample. What to expect the day of the test. Ensure that you are informed and ready for the online format. Please RSVP and get Zoom info at THIS LINK
• https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMud-yurD4iG9yR-kLt578-8NYsYigpRNhO 
• April 30 DEADLINE for Pre-Law Resume Drop: 2021 Internships & Funding

Like the law school model for recruitment, Hunter hosts a "resume drop." By participating in the resume drop, students may be considered for both:
1) PAID internship jobs exclusive to the Pre-Law Office, and
2) MERIT FUNDING for unpaid internships at non-profit or government institutions that students obtain.

Participation in the Resume Drop requires participation in our Pre-Law Professional Development Series (unless excused for class conflict): (i) Resume Bootcamp (ii) Interview Workshop; (iii) Workplace Success Panel

May

• May 3, Monday (5:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m./ Questions follow) Law School Application & Personal Statement Workshop. Make the most of your summer by planning your application process now. This workshop targets students applying to law school during the 2021-2022 cycle for entry into law school in fall 2022. The spring workshop is helpful for getting an early start, and for targeting early action fall deadlines in October. Please attend a workshop before scheduling your individual appointments (we can meet several times to help you develop and then review your materials) in connection with your applications. This workshop will be repeated each month in the summer and in the fall on various dates and times. Again, you only need to come to one workshop. This summer there will be a module of weekly sessions which will offer a deep dive into the various components of the application and insight into the law school experience. Please RSVP and get Zoom info at THIS LINK

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqce-qrzwrGNZp3FkPJ_tgR_e6SDU86TWV

• May 12 Wednesday (1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Lunch with a Lawyer - President's Guest: Sabrina Silverberg, Esq. (B.A. '86). Sabrina Silverberg is the Deputy General Counsel for Conde Nast. Previously, Ms. Silverberg served as Vice President & Associate General Counsel for Advance, the parent company of Conde Nast. During the course of her career, Sabrina has also served as General Counsel of Heed, LLC, a start-up social Internet of Things platform whose shareholders included Endeavor, SoftBank and AGT International, and as Senior Vice President, Head of Business Affairs & Associate General Counsel for Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., a publicly traded interactive entertainment company. She spent over a decade at MTV Networks (now Viacom Media Networks) in several different roles PRESIDENT'S GUEST SERIES IS REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS FOR GOOD STANDING. Please RSVP at THIS LINK by 5 p.m. on May 10 to receive Zoom Info.