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April 10, 2026

New Announcements and Deadlines

Pro Bono & Student Life Awards: April 15, 6:00pm-8:00pm, DCE Yosemite Rooms: Save the date! Doors open at 6:00pm and the program will begin promptly at 6:30pm. RSVP to attend.

Dean’s Pre-Law Grant Program: Information Session for Student Orgs: April 16, 12:00pm-1:00pm, EDU 1111: Join the admissions team for an information session discussing the opportunity for student organizations to receive funding to promote mentorship opportunities. Register by April 14.

1Ls: Mandatory 2L Orientation: May 11, 11:30am-3:00pm, DCE Yosemite Rooms: Save the date! If you need an excused absence for extenuating circumstances, and have not already obtained one, please reach out to Dr. J by Friday, April 17. Excused absences will not be granted after this time. See Dr. J’s 2/12 email for more information.

Moot Court Board Open House: April 13, 6:00pm-8:00pm, Palo Verde Club House: For more information, see Dr. J’s 4/6 email. RSVP by April 10.

Moot Court 2026-2027 Board Application: See Dr. J’s 4/6 email for more information. Apply by April 17 at 5:00pm.

Jessup International Moot Court Team 2026-2027 Tryouts: The application is now open. See Dr. J’s 4/6 email for more information. Apply by April 24 at 11:59pm.

1Ls: Journal of International, Transnational, and Comparative Law Information Session: April 17, 12:00pm-1:00pm, EDU 1111: This session will cover the work, workload, and valuable writing, citation, and leadership opportunities that can strengthen your resume and career prospects. RSVP to attend this event.

Student Lockers: Please vacate lockers by May 13. Locks will be cut off and contents disposed of after May 15. See Debbie Mondares’ 4/9 email for more information.

Center for Technology & Justice: Whose Voices Matter? Expertise, Law, and Technology – A Fireside Chat with Professor Ngozi Okidegbe: April 10, 12:00pm-1:00pm, MPAA 420: The UC Irvine Law Center for Technology & Justice welcomes Professor Ngozi Okidegbe to discuss Whose Voices Matter? Expertise, Law and Technology. Register to attend.

LLSA Porto’s Fundraiser: April 16, 11:00am-2:00pm, Law Courtyard: LLSA is selling delicious Porto’s pastries to raise funds. Submit pre-orders by April 12 at 11:59pm.

UCDC Summer Events: If you are going to be in Washington, DC this summer, and would like to hear about informal UCDC Law-hosted networking events, alumni meetups, or student gatherings, please fill out this short form: Washington DC - Summer 2026.

The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers: 2026 Annual Law Student Writing Competition: First place receives $3,000, second place receives $1,000, and third place receives $500. First place will be a guest at the Annual Induction Dinner for recognition. Complete rules are available here. Submissions due by June 14 at 9:00pm.

Announcement Reminders

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

1Ls: ASP 1L Skills Development Workshop Series: See Canvas page for all workshops.

3Ls: CDO: Mandatory Exit Career Counseling: Every graduate is required to complete “Exit Career Counseling” prior to picking up commencement regalia. See Dean Deol’s 4/1 email for more information. Surveys are due by April 10.

1Ls: Core Clinic Preference Survey: The survey is now open. See Debi Gloria’s 4/2 email for more information. Submissions are due by April 15 at 5:00pm.

2026 Moot Court Competition Finals: April 10, 3:00pm-5:00pm, UC Irvine Student Center’s Crystal Cove Auditorium: Join us for our annual Moot Court Finals, where two UC Irvine Law students will present oral arguments to a panel of distinguished federal judges. RSVP as soon as possible to attend.

Law Review: Write-On Workshop: April 15, 12:15pm-1:00pm, EDU 1111 and EDU 1131: This information session will provide an overview of Law Review, logistics, and preparation for the Write-On process. See Dr. J’s 4/2 email for more information. RSVP by April 13 at 5:00pm.

1Ls: 2027 2L Summer Associate Spring Applications: Some Biglaw firms are opening a second application window in May for students to apply after receiving their spring semester grades. The CDO will share a spreadsheet listing these applications in LEO. Look for an announcement on the LEO home page after final exams.

Symposium on Secrecy and Transparency in Civil Litigation: May 1-2, Stanford Law School: This symposium will explore the legal, institutional, and normative dimensions of secrecy and transparency in the civil justice system. The symposium is free to law students, and virtual options are available upon registration. Register to attend this event.

SCHOLARSHIPS, WRITING COMPETITIONS & FELLOWSHIPS

1Ls and 2Ls: Edward Medina Law Scholarship: This is a one-time award of up to $5,000. See Nasreen Zia’s 4/2 email for more information. Apply by April 17 at 4:00pm.

1Ls and 2Ls: Lee/Kim Family Endowed Law Scholarship: The recipient will receive $9,000. See Nasreen Zia’s 4/3 email for more information. Apply by April 17 at 4:00pm.

Deborah Newquist and Joe DiMento Law Scholarship: This is a one-time award of up to $5,000. See Nasreen Zia’s 4/2 email for more information. Apply by April 17 at 4:00pm.

1Ls: 2026 Rutan & Tucker Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship: The recipient will receive $9,000 to help with tuition and law school costs. See Nasreen Zia’s 4/2 email for more information. Apply by April 17 at 4:00pm.

New York State Bar Association Committee on Animals and the Law: 2026 Student Writing Competition: First place receives $1,000 and a certificate of achievement, second place receives $500 and a certificate of achievement, and third and fourth places receive a certificate of recognition. Submit requirements to lfaustel@nysba.org by July 6.

California Lawyers Association: Scholarships, Writing Competitions, and Fellowships: The California Lawyers Association has a list of scholarships, writing competitions, and fellowships with various deadlines. Examples include:
Labor & Employment Law Section: Bar Studies Scholarship
Labor & Employment Law Section: Summer Law Student Scholarship
Future Leaders in Public Law Fellowship

See this page for an extensive monthly list of writing competitions, which often have a monetary prize, and for a list of fellowships that provide funding for specific types of summer positions.

Know Your Rights: Refer to the information in this Know Your Rights guide provided by UCOP for immigrant legal services. Copies have been posted on the student bulletin boards within the Law School and pocket/wallet-sized cards are available for pickup in the Student Affairs and Student Services Suite (MPAA 210). The suite also has red cards available from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center.

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