New York Bar Registration Opens | 4.1
The New York State Board of Law Examiners announced that the July 2021 bar exam will be administered remotely. Plan to apply as soon as you are able as it is time sensitive.
New York Bar Registration
- Applications will be capped at 10,000
- Registration opens April 1st
About the Application
- Applications are less lengthy.
- Character and fitness portion of the process is not immediate (Takes place after you pass the bar.)
- Payment is required when you apply.
The New York State Board of Law Examiners state:
“Application to the July 27-28, 2021 bar examination will be open to all eligible applicants. However, the Board will cap the number of applications at 10,000. The application filing period for the July 27-28, 2021 New York bar examination is April 1 – 30, 2021. The application will close on April 30, 2021 or when the 10,000 cap is reached. Applicants shall apply through their BOLE Account in the Applicant Services Portal.”
Engage with the Career Center
Need to schedule an appointment or want to view events with the Career Center? Use Symplicity. Want to be more spontaneous? Drop in with Zoom & Teams! Here’s how:
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT:
- Symplicity > log in with your WUSTL KEY. Need help?
DROP IN/ QUICK QUESTION:
1Ls, Join Arnold & Porter’s Affinity Groups
1Ls, you’re invited to attend one or more of Arnold & Porter affinity groups! Registration is required.
What are affinity groups?
Arnold & Porter’s affinity groups are held virtually, are firmwide, and support networks and accelerate the attainment of professional and business development skills through enhanced mentoring opportunities and a variety of speaker programs. Additionally, the groups help the firm identify strategies that support our diversity efforts while fostering a stronger sense of community within the firm.
Why participate?
These events will be great opportunities to learn more about Arnold & Porter and to network with their attorneys.
Affinity Groups Offered:
ACCORD (Attorney Community Championing our Racial Diversity) hosts professional development, networking, social, and community service events, and plays an active role in the recruitment, mentoring, retention, and professional development of racially and ethnically diverse attorneys.
- Tuesday, March 30, 2021
- 6:00 – 7:15 PM ET
- Register here
WISE (Women’s Initiative for Success and Empowerment) dedicates its efforts to recruiting, developing, retaining, and advancing women at the firm.
- Tuesday, April 6, 2021
- 6:00 – 7:15 PM ET
- Register here
Pride addresses topics of interest to and provides a professional and social network for the firm’s LGBTQ attorneys.
- Thursday, April 8, 2021
- 6:00 – 7:15 PM ET
- Register here
Black Lawyers of ACCORD Caucus (BLAC) champions the success of Black attorneys at Arnold & Porter.
- Wednesday, April 14, 2021
- 6:00 – 7:15 PM ET
- Register here
First Generation Professionals is a network open to all attorneys who are first-generation college graduates or first-generation attorneys within their families.
- Friday, April 16, 2021
- 12:00 – 1:15 PM ET
- Register
1Ls, Cleary Career Series | 3.17 and Beyond
1Ls, Cleary’s Career Series is underway with the next round of virtual discussions and webinars designed just for you. Their next event takes place Wednesday, March 17th at 6pm. That evening the firm will hold a discussion entitled “Junior Perspective: Practicing Antitrust Law.”
Register for one or more events here. See the full line-up of events in the series here!
Women’s History Month Playlist
Happy Women’s History Month from the Career Center to you! Give our latest playlist a listen.
ENGAGE WITH THE CAREER CENTER
Need to schedule an appointment or want to view events with the Career Center? Use Symplicity. Want to be more spontaneous? Drop in with Zoom & Teams! Here’s how:
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT:
- Symplicity > log in with your WUSTL KEY. Need help?
DROP IN/ QUICK QUESTION:
Upcoming Big Table Discussions | 3.15 & 3.16
As Judicial Conversations events continue into March, make time to also attend Big Table Discussions. Designed to give you first-hand information from alumni and other legal experts, these programs inform you as you begin to determine your career path. Next week’s events include:
Monday, March 15
Tuesday, March 16th
1Ls, “Outlining Revisited” is the Training You Need | 3.10
1Ls, take advantage of the resources available to you to ensure your law school success! “Outlining Revisited,” the next event in the Keys to 1L Success takes place next week on the 10th at 2pm CT. The Office of Student Life continues the Keys to 1L Success series via Zoom next week. The Zoom meeting ID is: 461 001 8061. Peer Academic Advisors will lead small group discussions on topics that are central to building the skills you need to be successful the 1L year.
Event Details:
- Topic: Outlining Revisited
- Date: March 10th
- Time: 2pm CT
- Zoom info: Meeting ID: 461 001 8061
Upcoming Topics:
- Refining Your Study Habits- March 17, 2:00
- Creating a Flowchart (Great for Civil Procedure) March 17, 3:00
- Strategy for Taking the On-Line Exam- March 31, 3:00
How to Join:
- RSVP for discussions today at Keys to 1L Success.
- Join day of with Zoom meeting ID is 461 001 8061
- Contact Laura McLaughlin with any questions.
Patent Office Exam Presentation | 5 Dates
The Practising Law Institute (PLI) invites WashULaw students to attend their presentation on the Patent Office Exam. Mark Dighton, PLI’s Director of Law School Relations and Administrative Director of their Patent Office Exam Course will lead discussions on:
· Latest Patent Office Exam information
· Exam eligibility
· Navigating the virtual “on demand” interface
· Optimal test taking strategies and timing
The single presentation is offered five times for students’ convenience.
Presentation offerings include:
Thursday, March 18 at 5pm Eastern | Zoom link
Saturday, March 20 at 3pm Eastern | Zoom link
Monday, March 22 at 8pm Eastern | Zoom link
Wednesday, March 24 at noon Eastern | Zoom link
Thursday, March 25 at 3pm Eastern | Zoom link
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF INTERNATIONAL LAW 2021 MEETING
Mark your calendars and register now! March 24th through 26th the American Society of International Law (ASIL) will host their 2021 Annual Meeting. Students can register for free or can participate in more than 20 hours of professional development for 50% of the cost of memberships.
The full program, schedule, and registration information for the virtual event can be found here. For additional information or assistance, please contact our Member Services team at services@asil.org.
Read the event brochure here.
