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Student Lawyer

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Article index (by author and subject): Sept. 1999 - May 2003

Student Lawyer, March 2004 - Vol. 32, No. 7
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FEATURES

Lessons From a Solo Practitioner
BY ROBERT J. DEROCHER
Law students and lawyers often seek advice from Jay Foonberg, author of the ABA's How to Start & Build a Law Practice. His message is relevant for all who are finding their way in the legal profession.
Purchase How to Start & Build a Law Practice now

Judge for Yourself
BY DEBRA M. STRAUSS
Regardless of what you might assume, judicial clerkship opportunities are available to all students. Find out how to begin pursuing one, whether you're in your first, second, or final year of law school--or even beyond.

When Law Schools Go to Court
BY LISA STANSKY
Two major legal issues have rocked law school campuses during the past year. Behind the scenes, university in-house lawyers have been hard at work.

DEPARTMENTS

Officially Speaking
BY MICHAEL PELLICCIOTTI
The ABA offers opportunities for student leadership and recognition.

Jobs
BY DONNA GERSON
Controversial résumé items needn't bog down your job search.

Hot Practice
BY LISA STANSKY
A science background is helpful, but not required, to work in biotech law.

Legal Writing
BY BRYAN A. GARNER
See where you stand among the four stages of mastering legal writing.

Opinion
BY ALEXANDRA JACHIMCZYK
Don't pass up on the chance to enroll in your school's clinical program.

Coping
BY JONATHAN S. GREENE
If you use a laptop in class, aim to be productive, not obnoxious.

Division Dialogue
EDITED BY KENNETH GORTON

ABA President Calls on Students to Be Healers

ABA Dispute Resolution Essay Contest Seeks Entries

University of Miami School of Law Honored for Public Service

Grant Program: Hastings Journal Presents Access to Justice Symposium

VITA Program: ABA Honors Schools for Tax Preparation Assistance

Law Students Across the Nation Prepare for Diversity Day

ABA Law Student Division Seeks Award Nominations

Circuit Board

May 1 Law Day Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Brown Decision

Liaison Notebook

Center for Professional Responsibility Opens Doors to Students

Section Improves Understanding and Development of Health Law

Government Lawyers Section Offers Career Panels for Students

International Law Will Be Examined at Upcoming ABA Conference

Environmental Justice Essay Competition

Spotlight: Georgetown Student Brings Arts and Culture to Law School


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Kenneth Gorton, Student Editor
Pepperdine University School of Law