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?
The Annual Fellows Alumni Survey provides LCLD with critical data about our programs. Click here to complete it.
2016 Fellow John Arrastia is now Partner at Genovese Joblove & Battista P.A. Read more here and here.
2016 Fellow Lamia Matta was Co-Editor of Getting the Deal Through: Anti-Money Laundering 2016. Read more here.
2015 Fellow Kiamesha Colom and Kevin Gooch were named 2016 Honorees for On the Rise: Top 40 Young Lawyers by the Young Lawyers Division of the ABA. Read more here.
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.
FELLOWS ALUMNI SURVEY 2016: CLASS COMPETITION
There is just one week left to complete the annual Fellows Alumni Survey! The survey provides LCLD with crucial data about the impact our programs have on the lives and careers of the Fellows.
To take the survey, click here. Once you have completed it, please email Caitlin Puffenberger so she can remove you from the reminder list. Please note that the survey is only for Fellows in classes 2011-2015.
It's especially important for LCLD to receive data on all classes – so we're offering a reward to the liaisons whose class has the highest response rate! Last year, the class of 2014 took the lead, and this year's competition is fierce:
| Fellows Class | Response Rate |
| 2015 | 52% |
| 2013 | 35% |
| 2014 | 34% |
| 2012 | 30% |
| 2011 | 23% |
COMMUNITY SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
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.
2016 FELLOWS ANNOUNCEMENTS
2016 FELLOWS MONTHLY CALL & ACCOUNTABILITY PARTNER QUESTION: August 18, 2016 at 3:00pm
On August 18th 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.
SECOND FELLOWS MEETING: Chicago, IL - October 4-6, 2016
2016 Fellows, please save the date for the Second 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.
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
TWIN CITIES NETWORKING WRAP-UP
Robins Kaplan LLP hosted an evening of networking and cocktails for Twin Cities LCLD 1L Scholars, Fellows, and Alumni. Guests in attendance were able to reconnect with former colleagues, meet new people, and mingle while eating soul food-inspired appetizers by diverse caterer, Breaking Bread. The event was a success as many of the meaningful connections made at the reception are being utilized for future business opportunities.
CHICAGO HAPPY HOUR: Chicago, IL - August 3, 2016
Save the date for a Chicago Fellows Happy Hour on Wednesday, August 3, from 6:30-8 p.m. at Raised, the new rooftop bar at the Renaissance (1 W. Wacker). RSVP to Steve Flores at SAflores@winston.com.
LOS ANGELES FELLOWS AND ALUMNI SUMMER HAPPY HOUR EVENT: Los Angeles, CA – August 11, 2016
Fellows and Alumni in Los Angeles are invited to a networking happy hour event hosted by Arent Fox at the newly opened 71Above. 71Above sits 950 feet above ground level, making it the highest restaurant west of the Mississippi. Located in the US Bank Tower in Downtown LA, above the new OUE Skyspace LA observation deck, 71Above boasts breathtaking ocean views from Malibu to Laguna Hills, along with spectacular views of the Los Angeles basin and the surrounding mountain ranges. Come see what everyone is talking about! Appetizers and drinks will be served. Space is limited. To RSVP, click here.
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, 2016
Please join your LCLD Fellows for the LCLD Inaugural Cruise for MLK weekend (Jan. 13-16). 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 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
LAVENDER LAW CONFERENCE AND CAREER FAIR: Washington, DC - August 4-6, 2016
The LGBT Bar's Annual Lavender Law Conference and Career Fair will be held August 4-6 at the Renaissance Washington DC Downtown Hotel. Click here to register and to see the program agenda.
IN-HOUSE COACHING GROUP: Houston and Austin, TX - Application deadline August 1, 2016
The Center for Women in Law is offering two coaching groups for women in-house counsel looking to accelerate their careers. The groups involve six face-to-face coaching sessions and five group calls between sessions. LCLD Board Member Emeritus Susan Blount will help lead the groups. The deadline to apply is August 1, and the sessions begin in September/October and run through March/May. Click here for more information and to apply.
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
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.
Senior Counsel: Wells Fargo - Charlotte, NC or Miami, FL
Click here for the full job description, and click here to apply. Questions about the position may be directed to Philip Trotter at philip.trotter@wellsfargo.com or 704-715-9898.
Trademark Attorney: Hewlett Packard - Multiple locations
Click here for the full job description, and click here to apply.
Workers' Compensation Staff Attorney: Frost Brown Todd LLC - Cincinnati, OH
Click here for the full job description. Click here and use the "self-apply" feature to apply.
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.
