WELCOME TO THE FELLOWS WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Email announcements are sent to Fellows every Tuesday and feature program news and information, professional opportunities, and alerts of upcoming events to help you get the most out of your participation in the LCLD Fellows Program. These announcements will be archived on the LCLD website.
Questions? Please email Stephanie Uzel.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Did You Know?
You can pay it forward by becoming a Mentor in the LCLD Success in Law School Mentoring Program.
2016 Fellow Kinika Young worked pro bono this year with the Tennessee Justice Center. TJC recently highlighted one of her successful cases on its website. Read more here.
2013 Fellow Heather Hubbard is hosting a free online workshop entitled "Life & Law in Balance: 7 Steps to a More Fulfilling Career." Although the workshop is designed for female attorneys at law firms, all are welcome to attend. For upcoming dates/times and to register, click here.
2013 Fellow Bonnie Lau is now Partner at Dentons US LLP.
Keep up with other news in the LCLD community through the LCLD Weekly News Digest. If you are interested in receiving the News Digest in your inbox each week, email Caitlin Puffenberger at cpuffenberger@lcldnet.com and ask to be added to the list.
COMMUNITY SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
In July, the Morris Plains Chapter of the Honeywell LGR Diversity & Inclusion Network hosted over 50 students from NJ LEEP (New Jersey Law Education & Empowerment Program), a college-prep program for teens in underserved areas. The incoming high school freshmen were provided with a full day of activities including a tour of our new global headquarters, presentations from attorneys representing various functions and participation in a fun and competitive Lean activity. The students left Honeywell inspired, with an understanding of who we are as a company; a leader in our industry and an environment that supports and encourages diversity. 2016 Fellow Katherine Ma, 2015 Fellow Yaneris Rosa, and 2014 Fellow Frances Adkins helped organize the event. Read more here.
We would love to hear more about your volunteer activities in your community. Please send a summary of your efforts to 2013 Fellow Reena Bajowala at rbajowala@jenner.com, 2015 Fellow Rafael Zahralddin at rxza@elliottgreenleaf.com, and Stephanie Uzel at suzel@lcldnet.com.
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY FOR LCLD FELLOWS
The Council for Legal Education Opportunity (CLEO) is preparing to celebrate its 50th anniversary. To commemorate that achievement, they are seeking opinions on the evolution of diversity and inclusion over the years. Please consider the questions below and provide your thoughts to one or more. Selected contributions will be published in an article with attribution to each contributing author, and an introduction by LCLD.
- Has diversity changed since you started your legal career – either in how it’s defined, how it’s discussed, or how it’s being measured? If so, how has it changed and what impact has that had? What/who has influenced the change?
- What still needs to be done? Is there anything that gives you hope that we are making progress and moving towards a more diverse legal profession?
- How have organizations like LCLD (and others) helped to diversify the legal community? Are there any organizations or initiatives that you think have been innovative in their approach to addressing issues of diversity and inclusion?
- What role do you think the Supreme Court has played in influencing diversity in the legal profession?
- Do junior lawyers view diversity differently than senior lawyers? If so, how do you think that will shape diversity and inclusion work going forward?
2016 FELLOWS ANNOUNCEMENTS
2016 SECOND FELLOWS MEETING REGISTRATION
Registration for the LCLD 2016 Fellows Second Meeting at the Sheraton Grand Chicago is now open. The meeting will begin on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at 2:00 pm CT and conclude on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at 12:00 pm CT (on-site registration will open at 12:30 pm CT on October 4).
Please register to attend the meeting and reserve your hotel room. This is a two-part process in which you must:
(1) Register to attend the meeting by completing the sign-up form, here. Although registration will remain open until the meeting begins, we strongly encourage you to register as soon as possible.
(2) Make hotel reservations. Click here to book your room at the Sheraton Grand Chicago by Monday, September 12, 2016, at 5:00 pm CT, to take advantage of the LCLD conference rate of $289 per night. This special hotel rate will be available until LCLD’s room block fills up or September 12--whichever comes first.
A formal agenda will be available in the coming weeks.
If you have any questions about the meeting, please contact Stephanie Uzel, LCLD Program Manager. For questions about registration or the hotel, please contact Stella Askin, LCLD Program & Events Coordinator.
We look forward to seeing you in Chicago in October!
LEADERSHIP LUNCH - Dallas, TX: September 20, 2016
Registration remains open for the Dallas Leadership Lunch on September 20, 2016 hosted by Amy Sanford, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of US Anesthesia Partners and 2013 Fellow, and Thomas Bender, Co-President and Managing Director of Littler Mendelson, P.C. Please email Stephanie Uzel at suzel@lcldnet.com to register.
2016 FELLOWS MONTHLY CALL & ACCOUNTABILITY PARTNER QUESTION: August 18, 2016 at 3 p.m.
On August 18 at 3 p.m. EST, the 2016 Fellows will hear from Chris DeSantis. The teleconference number is 1-877-294-8214, and the access code is 7717602. Please note that this is only a phone call, not a video call (apologies for the calendar invite).
Chris left us with a lot to consider as we embrace generational differences. Click here to access his presentation materials.
Pick one theme from this session and discuss with your accountability partner how that learning has impacted your leadership style.
THIRD FELLOWS MEETING: San Diego, CA - March 2-4, 2017
2016 Fellows, please save the date for the Third Fellows Meetings. You will receive additional information about registration and hotel blocks, as well as agendas, closer to the meeting. Click here for more information.
FELLOWS EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
BAY AREA FELLOWS AND ALUMNI SUMMER HAPPY HOUR AND WINE TASTING: San Francisco, CA - August 17, 2016
Fellows and Alumni in the Bay Area are invited to a networking wine tasting on Wednesday, August 17, from 6-8 p.m. at RN74 (301 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94105). Hosted by Arent Fox, sommeliers from Domaine Somm will be on hand to help guests craft their own signature wine blend and taste a suite of wines that are artisan-crafted in a sustainable fashion by passionate people. Appetizers will be served. For questions and to RSVP, click here. Space is limited to 25.
PAY IT FORWARD AND BECOME AN LCLD MENTOR
The LCLD Success in Law School Mentoring Program is still seeking Mentors for the 2016-17 academic year. As a Mentor, you will be paired with a law student in your city and will also be invited to local Group Mentoring Events. The deadline to register is August 31, 2016. Click here to sign up.
LCLD FELLOWS CRUISE: January 13-16, 2017
Please join your LCLD Fellows for the LCLD Inaugural 3-Day Cruise for MLK weekend (Jan. 13-16) from Miami to Nassau, Bahamas, and Norwegian Cruise Line's private island. It is an all-inclusive cruise, i.e., all drinks are included. Although we see each other at the Alumni Conference, a group of us in Chicago though it would be nice to see each other on a more frequent basis. Therefore, we planned a cruise. All Fellows and their families are invited. If you would like to book a cabin, please contact Melissa Lobo at Norwegian Cruise Line at 954.514.4553 directly as prices vary based on the type of room. If you reserve rooms before August 31, you may receive half-off your deposit. If you have any questions about the cruise, please contact Yvette Gatling at ygatling@littler.com or 713.652.4740. We look forward to seeing each of you there.
EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES OF INTEREST
PEARLS OF WISDOM FROM THE BENCH: A CONVERSATION WITH BAY AREA JUDGES: San Francisco, CA - August 25, 2016
Duane Morris LLP is hosting a panel entitled "Pearls of Wisdom from the Bench: A Conversation with Bay Area Judges" on behalf of the State Bar of California's Litigation Section on Thursday, August 25, form 5-8 p.m. 2012 Fellow Terrance Evans will moderate the panel. Click here for more information and to RSVP.
HISPANIC NATIONAL BAR ASSOCIATION 41ST ANNUAL CONVENTION: Chicago, IL - September 7-10, 2016
The Annual Convention for the Hispanic National Bar Association will be held in Chicago September 7-10, 2016. This year's theme is "Empowering Leaders." Click here for details and to see the agenda. If you plan to attend, email 2013 Fellow Mara Kaplan at Mara.Kaplan@target.com.
VISITING WOMEN EXECUTIVE EXCHANGE PROGRAM: Yale University School of Management - September 11-15, 2016
The Visiting Women Executive Exchange Program at the Yale School of Management addresses the most challenging professional step for women -- the leap to top management. Over one week, senior women managers from Africa and North America are prepared for transformational C-suite, board room, cabinet, and university leadership through intensive instruction in critical skills needed to think strategically, make better decisions, grow organizations, and lead diverse teams in a 21st century environment. The program runs Sunday, September 11, through Thursday, September 15, with a fee of $8,950. For more information, please contact VWEEP Program Manager Zachary Avine at 267-251-5901 or zachary@careernation.com. Click here to register.
TRANSFORMING WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP IN THE LAW ROUNDTABLE: Washington, DC - September 14, 2016
The Transforming Women's Leadership in Law roundtables are private dinners with senior women colleagues in the law from corporate legal departments and law firms in cities across the U.S. Participants will share their thoughts on how to remove barriers to the advancement of women in the law. Click here for more information.
TRANSFORMING WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP IN THE LAW ROUNDTABLE: San Francisco, CA - September 27, 2016
The Transforming Women's Leadership in Law roundtables are private dinners with senior women colleagues in the law from corporate legal departments and law firms in cities across the U.S. Participants will share their thoughts on how to remove barriers to the advancement of women in the law. Click here for more information.
TRANSFORMING WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP IN THE LAW ROUNDTABLE: Los Angeles, CA - September 28, 2016
The Transforming Women's Leadership in Law roundtables are private dinners with senior women colleagues in the law from corporate legal departments and law firms in cities across the U.S. Participants will share their thoughts on how to remove barriers to the advancement of women in the law. Click here for more information.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
VP, Deputy Chief Legal Officer, Annuities and Individual Life Insurance: Prudenital - Shelton, CT
VP, Corporate Counsel: Prudential - Newark, NJ
Director, Corporate Counsel: Prudential: Newark, NJ
Click here for the full job descriptions. Questions about the position may be sent to LCLD.Job.Info@prudential.com.
Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer: Stinson Leonard Street - Minneapolis, MN
Click here for the full job description. Questions about the position may be directed to Lynda Moore, Chief Attorney Recruiting & Development Officer, at 816.691.2727.
Vice President, Counsel, Corporate Transactions: Viacom - New York, NY
Click here for the full job description. Questions about the position may be sent to Eileen Anderson, at Eileen.Anderson@viacom.com or 212-846-5336.
Special Counsel: Littler Mendelson, P.C. - San Francisco, San Jose, or Walnut Creek, CA
Click here for the full job description, and click here to apply.
FlexTime Attorneys: Littler Mendelson, P.C. - Multiple locations
Click here for the full job description, and click here to apply.
West Coast Diversity Director: Sidley Austin LLP - Los Angeles, CA
Click here for the full job description. Questions about the position may be directed to Diayara Pierson-Mitchell at dpiersonmitchell@sidley.com.
Counsel, Retail Payments: Pittsburgh, PA - PNC
Click here for the full job description. Questions about the position may be directed to Amanda George at amanda.manafo@pnc.com or 412.762.1135.
Employment Lawyer: JPMorgan Chase - New York, NY
Click here for the full job description. Interested candidates may contact Jean Kuei at JKuei@reedsmith.com for a referral.
Director, Corporate Counsel, Labor & Employment Law: Starbucks Coffee Company - New York, NY
Click here for the full job description, and click here to apply.
Director of Diversity, Education, and Outreach: Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law - Chicago, IL
Click here for the full job description, and click here to apply.
Corporate Counsel - Licensing: The Clorox Company - Oakland, CA
Click here for the full job description, and click here to apply. Questions about the position may be directed to Carol Simon at csimon@mlaglobal.com.
Patent Technical Specialist/Patent Agent Trainee: Dentons US LLP - San Diego, CA
Click here for the full job description, and click here to apply. Questions about the position can be directed to Colleen McNulty at colleen.mcnulty@dentons.com.
POSTING OF JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN THE FELLOWS WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
To post a job opportunity, please send the following information to Caitlin Puffenberger at cpuffenberger@lcldnet.com and Stephanie Uzel at suzel@lcldnet.com:
1. Title and location of the position
2. Contact information of individual to contact with additional questions about the position
3. PDF of the job description
Job Opportunities will remain in the Fellows Weekly Announcements for four consecutive weeks and then be removed. You may request one posting renewal for an additional four weeks. There is no cost for posting. Opportunities received in accordance with the policy prior to 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday will be posted in the Fellows Weekly Announcements released on the following Tuesday. Please note that Associate positions are no longer being posted in the Fellows Weekly Announcements.
