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Rutgers School of Law–Newark – Baker Trial Courtroom

Experienced professionals offer their expertise on how to present yourself in person, online or in court.

Rutgers School of Law–Newark Baker Trial Courtroom

A networking reception immediately follows each program.

September 28, 6–8 p.m.

The Art of Getting Hired

• Learn how to create a winning profile online and in person • Gain practical tips to navigate the job market • Learn …

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Changing Ethics in America

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. NJ Law Center, New Brunswick

ABC News Anchor JOHN QUIÑONES Co-Sponsored by the NJSBA Diversity Committee, the New Jersey State Bar Foundation and NJICLE

Earn up to 2.4 CLE CREDIT(s)

John Quiñones, the host and creator of the highly-rated ABC show, What Would You Do?, 20/20 Anchor, and esteemed journalist has held up a mirror to American ethical behavior for almost a decade.

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30th ANNUAL MARY PHILBROOK PUBLIC INTEREST AWARD

will be awarded to The Honorable Marsha H. Neifield, President Judge of the Philadelphia Municipal Court and to honor Professor Sally F. Goldfarb on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act and the Domestic Violence Program on its 20th anniversary.

Multi-Purpose Room Rutgers-Camden

Sponsored by the Women’s Law Caucus, the Association for Public Interest Law, the Rutgers Law-Camden Alumni Association, and the Camden County …

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New Jersey State Bar Association’s FREE Networking Event and Business Card Exchange

Duane Morris 1940 Rt. 70 East, Cherry Hill

6 p.m.

* Meet colleagues from a variety of practice areas * Expand your business and personal network

Complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served.

This event is FREE, but pre-registration is required. Register at NJSBA.com

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NJ Women’s Hall of Fame

The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village

The Annual New Jersey Women’s Hall of Fame Gala hosted by the YWCA of Trenton will honor 6 outstanding women and their service to our community.

NJWLA congratulates all of the 2015 Inductees and offers a special congratulations to longtime NJWLA member, supporter and prior Gala Honoree, Former Justice Virginia Long, Counsel, Fox Rothschild, LLP

For registration and further information, please visit http://www.njwomen.org/

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NJWLA’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY

generously hosted by:

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** NJWLA Members only, please 

Register Here!!

During this Holiday Season, we would like to be able to give back and ask that you bring gift cards in denominations of $25 or less for ShopRite, Walmart or Toys R Us for donation to our Charitable Partner,

Essex County Family Justice Center

FamilyJusticeCenterEssexCounty

for more information, please visit www.essexcountyfjc.org

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YLD Presents A Round Table For Millennials!

6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Join us for a candid discussion between multi-generational attorneys to share their perspectives on working with “Millennial” attorneys and how to cultivate a new generation of leaders.    Light dinner will be served.

Generously Hosted & Sponsored by:

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Register Here $20 Registration Fee

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Getting Women Lawyers On Boards: Risks, Rewards and Realities

Presented by The In-House and Women’s Leadership Committees of NJWLA

Wednesday November 18, 2015 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM EST

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Where

The Wilshire Grand Hotel 350 Pleasant Valley Way West Orange, NJ 07052

Board memberships – public or private company, non-profit, start-up – offer opportunities, challenges, risks and rewards.  While there is more focus than ever on increasing board diversity, there is more that can be …

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South Jersey Women Lawyers Networking Reception and CLE Panel

Breaking Down Barriers: Women in the Legal Profession

The Archer & Greiner Women Lawyer’s Network, Rutgers Law-Camden Alumni Association, Rutgers University Alumni Association, and the New Jersey Women Lawyers Association are hosting an evening of lively discussion on affinity bias in the legal profession. Offering their perspective on unconscious biases in the judiciary, in academia, and in private practice, our esteemed panelists include the Honorable Judith H. Wizmur; Chancellor Phoebe …

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Hardin Kundla McKeon & Poletto – seeking Litigation Associate

An established firm with a diverse litigation practice, has an opportunity in its Springfield, NJ office for a litigation associate with at least 3 years of hands-on civil litigation experience. Excellent analytical, writing and oral communication skills are essential. Experience in litigating insurance coverage disputes and/or professional liability matters a plus. The firm is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive compensation and benefits and potential to be part of …

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Rivkin Radler, LLP seeking Commercial Litigation Associate

Rivkin Radler, LLP is seeking an attorney with 2-5 years of litigation experience to join our Litigation & Appeals Group in our Hackensack, New Jersey office. EOE

Position Requirements:

Candidates must have:

Federal court experience, and must be admitted to and have litigated in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. Meaningful case management/case running experience. Strong narrative writing skills. Familiarity with Intellectual Property a plus…
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The Annual New Jersey Women’s Hall of Fame Gala

NJ Women’s Hall of Fame at The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village

The Annual New Jersey Women’s Hall of Fame Gala hosted by the YWCA of Trenton will honor 6 outstanding women and their service to our community.

NJWLA congratulates all of the 2015 Inductees and offers a special congratulations to longtime NJWLA member, supporter and prior Gala Honoree, Former Justice Virginia Long, Counsel, Fox Rothschild, LLP

For registration and …

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Association of Black Women Lawyers of New Jersey 40th Anniversary

Association of Black Women Lawyers of New Jersey 40th Anniversary and Formal Gala Honoring Paulette Brown, Esq. 2015-2016 American Bar Association President

In 2015, the Association of Black Women Lawyer of New Jersey will celebrate 40 years of providing support to African American lawyers, mentoring African American law students, educating our community on legal issues, finance and health matters and advocating for justice for all.

For more details visit www.abwl-nj.org

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New Jersey State Bar Association’s FREE Networking Event and Business Card Exchange

New Jersey State Bar Association’s FREE Networking Event and Business Card Exchange Duane Morris 1940 Rt. 70 East, Cherry Hill

* Meet colleagues from a variety of practice areas * Expand your business and personal network

Complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served.

This event is FREE, but pre-registration is required. Register at NJSBA.com

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Litigation Associate

Schenck, Price, Smith & King, LLP is seeking an associate for our Litigation Department. The level of experience can range from entry level to up to 2 years of experience. Judicial Clerk experience is not required but is certainly preferred. The candidate must have excellent skills in writing and oral communications, issue analysis and a real knowledge of the Court Rules. The candidate must also possess very strong research skills. …

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  • Engage in statewide efforts to support and promote our members.
  • Endorse qualified female attorneys for appointments to the state and federal judiciary.
  • Foster leadership among our membership
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