Monthly Archives: September 2019

EMPLOYMENT update:

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PRESIDENTIAL MANAGEMENT FELLOWS (PMF) PROGRAM [DEADLINE: OCT. 17, 2019]

The PMF Program is administered by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Each year, candidates apply to the program in efforts to be selected as Finalists. Finalists are then eligible for appointment as Presidential Management Fellows (Fellows; PMFs).

To become a PMF, you must participate in a rigorous, multi-hurdle process. It takes patience and endurance, but also gives you a chance to demonstrate your leadership ability and potential. As a PMF, you will have earned your place in the program, and the opportunity to grow professionally, serve your country, and make a difference!

Who: Eligibility criteria available @ pmf.gov/become-a-pmf/eligibility/

Complete details: Available @ pmf.gov/become-a-pmf/2020-application/

Additional information: You are strongly encouraged to review the entire Become A PMF section of this website, including the Frequently Asked Questions

 

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SCHOLARSHIP update:

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ALTMAN & ALTMAN LAW SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP [DEADLINE: MUST BE SUBMITTED BETWEEN NOV. 1 AND DEC. 1, 2019]

Altman & Altman LLP is happy to support student education with our annual Altman & Altman Law School Scholarship. The winner of the scholarship will be announced on Jan. 15, 2020.

Eligibility: Students who are attending a JD, LLB, or LLM program at a law school in the U.S. are encouraged to apply

Award: $1,500

Requirements:

Submission components: (1) Fill out a biographical information form; and (2) write an essay on access to legal services in the U.S. This essay should focus on the need and affordability of legal services and propose ideas to help meet the demand of these services. The essay should be at least 1,000 words long.

Complete details and Application Form: Available @ altmanllp.com/scholarship.html

EVENTS update:

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FIRST FAMILY LAW AMERICAN INN OF COURT JUDGE RICHARD YALE FEDER LAW STUDENT FELLOWSHIP [DEADLINE: OCT. 4, 2019]

The First Family Law American Inn of Court is the First Family Law Inn in the country. The Inn was founded by the late Judge Richard Yale Feder, one of the most accomplished and beloved Family jurists in Miami-Dade County history. The Inn is an elite organization of Family Law attorneys and judges dedicated to professionalism, excellence, and civility in the practice of Family Law.

Who: This year we are accepting applications from third year law students to participate in our Inn as Judge Richard Yale Feder Law Fellows (2 fellowships available)

  • Ideal candidates will have an interest in practicing family law after graduation from law school
  • Fellows are invited to attend our monthly meetings and holiday party free of charge!

Requirements:

Submission components: Interested students should send a short statement of interest no longer than 250 words