Critical Race Theory Seminar

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This seminar will introduce students to Critical Race Theory, which is an academic project with potential political and legal implications. The project is to expose the interaction of race and law, in particular, the ways in which law has helped to create and define "race." It also exposes how racial subordination and privilege was a crucual context for the creation of many seemingly neutral legal concepts, such as property and liberty. Critical Race Theory will be contrasted to alternative academic-political perspectives on law, such as liberalism and traditionalism.

This seminar introduces students to Critical Race Theory -  an academic project with potential political and legal implications.

The project is to expose the interaction of race and law, in particular, the ways in which law has helped to create and define "race." It also exposes how racial subordination and privilege was a crucial context for the creation of many seemingly neutral legal concepts, such as property and liberty.

Cal Bar Writing

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Cal Bar Writing: Skills and StrategiesCal Bar Writing: Skills and Strategies is an intensive workshop-style course that provides students with instructions and numerous hands-on practice opportunities focusing on the skills, strategies and select substantive law tested on the written portion of the California Bar Exam. Essay writing skills will be taught using select subjects and topics that are frequently bar tested.

This is an intensive workshop-style course that provides students with instructions and numerous hands-on practice opportunities focusing on the skills, strategies and select substantive law tested on the written portion of the California Bar Exam.

First Amendment Seminar

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This seminar examines the origins of the First Amendment and engages modern First Amendment theory. Topics will include incitement of violence, hate speech, commercial speech, campaign finance regulation, government-supported speech, freedom of religion, fake news and rights of protest. This course will also focus on the application of First Amendment principles to the media and entertainment industries, covering issues related to creative freedom, journalist privilege, fair use, defamation, privacy and sexual taboo.

This seminar examines the origins of the First Amendment and engages modern First Amendment theory.

Topics include incitement of violence, hate speech, commercial speech, campaign finance regulation, government-supported speech, freedom of religion, fake news and rights of protest.

This course also focuses on the application of First Amendment principles to the media and entertainment industries, covering issues related to creative freedom, journalist privilege, fair use, defamation, privacy, and sexual taboo.

SAVE THE DATE: Mock Admissions Committee Workshop

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Southwestern Law School wants to help you understand what law school admissions committees discuss during a committee meeting, and we want YOU to be on the committee!

This interactive mock admissions committee meeting will demonstrate the intricacies of how a law school application is reviewed. Southwestern's admissions' Dean will provide an in-depth perspective on how to put together the best possible law school application. The presentation will highlight tips for writing your personal statement and provide advice on how to solicit strong and compelling letters of recommendation.

RSVP here!

Event Schedule:

5:00 p.m. – Check-in at the historic Bullocks Wilshire Building. Includes a brief meet and mingle session with faculty and admissions staff.

5:30 p.m. – Mock Admissions presentation with Assistant Dean for Admissions, Lisa Gear.

*Parking is free and application fee waivers are available for all attendees.

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March 8, 2018 from 5:30PM-7:00PM
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Southwestern Law School - Bullocks Wilshire Building
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Southwestern Law School wants to help you understand what law school admissions committees discuss during a committee meeting, and we want you to be on the committee!

This interactive mock admissions committee meeting will demonstrate the intricacies of how a law school application is reviewed. Southwestern's dean for admissions will provide an in-depth perspective on how to put together the best possible law school application. The presentation will highlight tips for writing your personal statement and provide advice on how to solicit strong and compelling letters of recommendation.

RSVP Information coming soon!

Event Schedule:

5:00 p.m. – Check-in at the historic Bullocks Wilshire Building. Includes a brief meet and mingle session with faculty and admissions staff.

5:30 p.m. – Mock Admissions presentation with Assistant Dean for Admissions, Lisa Gear.

*Parking is free and application fee waivers are available for all attendees.

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Prospective JD Students

SAVE THE DATE - Succeeding in Law: Guidance from Mentors Who’ve Walked in Your Shoes

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A critical part of legal education is learning about the legal profession and various career paths. And the lessons are sometimes more impactful coming from accomplished mentors who share backgrounds similar to the students. In the spirit of Southwestern’s 100+ year history of access and diversity, this program targets the Armenian-American and Iranian-American communities – and beyond!  All are welcome to this special two-track program for current law students and future law students for guidance in succeeding in law. 

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Event Schedule:

9:30 a.m. - Check-In & Continental Breakfast

10:00 a.m. - Welcome Remarks

10:05 a.m. - Your Law Degree and 15 Practice Options Join current law students and attorneys in our 7th annual career development event co-sponsored by the Armenian Bar Association.  You’ll hear from experienced attorneys and judges about various career paths. Our group of 15 speakers will open your eyes to exciting legal career options and give you a tip or two on how to get there!

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Future Law Students

11:30 a.m. - Mock Law Class by Professor John Tehranian - "I Know It When I See It:" The First Amendment and the Regulation of Obscenity and Indecency.
 
12:15 p.m. - Student Life Panel – Hear from active and accomplished members of the Armenian Law Students Association and Persian Law Students Association.
 
1:00 p.m. -  Lunch with Faculty, Deans, Alumni, and Current Students.
 
Current Law Students
 
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - Speed Networking - Engage in small group and individual conversations with the speakers from our morning panel and seek their guidance about building your legal career.  Please note, dress is business casual for this session.

Parking is complimentary and the event is co-sponsored by the Armenian Bar Association. 

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February 24, 2018 from 10:00AM-1:30PM
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Southwestern Law School - Bullocks Wilshire Building
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A critical part of legal education is learning about the legal profession and various career paths. And the lessons are sometimes more impactful coming from accomplished mentors who share backgrounds similar to the students. In the spirit of Southwestern’s 100+ year history of access and diversity, this program targets the Armenian-American and Iranian-American communities – and beyond!  All are welcome to this special two-track program for current law students and future law students for guidance in succeeding in law. 

Co-sponsored by the Armenian Bar Association 

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Southwestern Law School Diversity Day 2018

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Diversity is at the heart of the Southwestern community. It’s not something we simply speak about; it’s something we live on a daily basis. Although Southwestern is one of the most racially diverse law schools in California, we realize diversity goes far beyond race and ethnicity. On this day, we celebrate how all of our experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds enrich the classroom, the legal profession, and the communities we serve.
 
At Southwestern Law School, you will see diversity in our faculty research and the classes we teach. You will see diversity in our programs of study: we have the longest standing 2-year JD program in the country (SCALE), and one of the only JD programs specifically designed to accommodate the needs of students with child- or elder-care responsibilities (PLEAS). Diversity runs through our alumni and the various fields of practice they’re enjoying. Lastly, you will see diversity in our student organizations and their accomplishments—we believe they are the heart of this school.  

 

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January 27, 2018 from 2:00PM-5:30PM
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Southwestern Law School - Bullocks Wilshire Building
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Diversity is at the heart of the Southwestern community. It’s not something we simply speak about; it’s something we live on a daily basis. Although Southwestern is one of the most racially diverse law schools in California, we realize diversity goes far beyond race and ethnicity. On this day, we celebrate how all of our experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds enrich the classroom, the legal profession, and the communities we serve.

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