Do you want to make a difference in this world?
Are you looking for a meaningful career?
The Career Services Department is proud to present “Exploring Public Interest Law,” a panel presentation on Tuesday, October 12th between 12 noon and 1:15 p.m. in room #550.
As usual, pizza will be served!
Students in attendance will receive Professionalism Credits for attending this panel!
Because of limited capacity, only 200 students will be allowed into this presentation. Unlike the CSD’s other presentations, it is not necessary to RSVP. Students will be admitted on a “first come -- first serve” basis, so get there early to guarantee yourself a seat!
Students seeking Professionalism Credits must stay until the end of the panel. At that time, a member of the Faculty Professionalism Committee will hand out passwords that will enable you to register for credit. Professionalism credits are administered by the Faculty Professionalism Committee and not the CSD.
Our panelists will include:
• Linsay R. Warren -- Family Support Services of North Florida, Inc.
• Erica Shaffor -- Three Rivers Legal Services
• Lisa Steely -- Managing Attorney, Circuit 4, Children's Legal Services DCF
• Michael Figgins -- Jacksonville Area Legal Aid
• Michael Howle -- St. John's County Riverkeeper
• Hilary Creary -- Guardian ad Litem
• David G. Tucker -- Regional Counsel, Northeast Region, Florida DCF
And we will discuss topics including:
• The personality traits and skills of a successful public interest lawyer
• The types of clients that our panelists represent and the matters that are handled by their organizations
• The specific experiences and skill sets that public interest employers seek when hiring a law clerk or entry level attorney
• The most useful classes and experiences a student can have in law school in order to position themselves well for a career in this area of law
• Financially speaking, the advantages and disadvantages of selecting a career in public interest law
