Project for Innocent to Commemorate Wrongful Conviction Day
In recognition of Wrongful Conviction Day, the Loyola Project for the Innocent will host
"Eyewitness Misidentifications: The Leading Cause of Wrongful Convictions" from 12-1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 1 in Robinson Courtroom. The program will feature two exonerated LPI clients and a nationally recognized memory expert as they share how eyewitness misidentifications contribute to wrongful convictions, as well as how they can be prevented. Lunch will be provided.
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Discover Clinics, Practica, & More at Experiential Learning Fair
Stop by the Fall Experiential Learning Fair (ELF) on Monday, Sept. 29, from 12-1 p.m. and 5-6 p.m. on the Esplanade to discover all the opportunities LLS offers to practice your legal skills. Faculty, staff, and students from the Loyola Social Justice Law Clinic, Byrne Trial Advocacy Team, Transactional Negotiation Team, Field Placement Department, and more will be on hand to share information and answer questions about getting involved in experiential programs. There will also be ice cream! Learn more about experiential learning opportunities>>
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Legal Research and Writing Faculty to Host Discussion on AI
The Legal Research and Writing (LRW) faculty will welcome Professor Rebekah Hanley, University of Oregon School of Law, for two discussions on AI and the future of legal writing on Monday, Sept. 29. From 12-1 p.m., Hanley will lead the ALWD Distinguished Speaker Faculty Workshop, "Transforming Legal Writing Education: Opportunities and Responsibilities in the Age of Generative AI," in the Faculty Workshop Room (Rains 210), and from 5-6 p.m. will lead the ALWD Distinguished Speaker Student Workshop, "AI and the Future of Legal Writing: Tools, Challenges, and Best Practices" in Merrifield Hall.
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Health Law Mixer to Feature Alumni Speaker Panel, ReceptionGovernment. Medi-Cal and Medicare. In-House. Regulatory Compliance. Transactional. Public Sector Clients. Health Care Plans. Hospitals. Litigation. Compliance Officer. Federal Regulations. State Regulations. What do these words mean to health law and how do they apply to health law careers? Find out at the Health Law Student & Alumni Mixer on Sunday, Oct. 12! Loyola’s Health Law and Bioethics Association will be leading a panel discussion with health law attorneys followed by a networking reception with students and alumni. RSVP by Oct. 3>>
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Fireside Chat to Focus on Leveraging AI
The lunch panel "Charting Your Path: Thriving as a Lawyer in the Age of AI" at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8 in Burns Lounge will feature a dynamic “fireside chat” with Elizabeth (Liz) Quach '18, a California attorney, solicitor of England & Wales, and international lawyer hailing from London to share insights on how to stand out in today's increasingly tech-driven, competitive legal landscape. The legal profession is changing, with AI, global markets, and shifting client expectations reshaping how lawyers are expected to add value. This conversation will offer a candid, forward-looking perspective on how to adapt and drive your career forward with confidence. This interactive session will provide actionable advice for law students looking to thrive in an evolving profession.
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Acclaimed Author to Helm Diversity and Inclusion Lunchtime Talk
At 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16 in Robinson Courtroom, Professor Robert Chang of UC Irvine Law School will give a lunchtime talk to the law school community about his role co-leading the litigation team that successfully challenged Arizona’s law banning the teaching of Mexican-American studies in public schools. The case was a hailed as a victory for academic freedom, and an important lesson about the power of community-oriented lawyering. Professor Chang has co-authored a book about that effort, entitled “Banned: The Fight for Mexican American Studies in the Streets and in the Courts.” Attendees will be able to purchase copies of the book, signed by Professor Chang, at a discounted price after his talk. The talk is co-sponsored by the Loyola Anti-Racism Center and the Latinx Law Students Association.
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