Meet the Bar Associations 2016: Coming Wednesday, 4/13

It’s that time of the year! GGU’s annual Meet the Bar Associations 2016 is coming up next week! Both law students and graduates are encouraged to attend! 

When: Wednesday, April 13 from 5:00 to 6:30 pm

Where: GGU, 6th Floor GGU Center

What: More than 25 local and national bar associations will be coming to GGU to talk to students about their organizations and membership benefits. Some offer free memberships to students. These groups provide excellent opportunities to connect with lawyers, learn about the law, obtain mentors, and win scholarships and fellowships. Light food and refreshments will be served; attire is business casual. The event will be like a networking fair, so you are free to arrive whenever you want, and to talk to whichever organizations interest you.

The following is a list of the amazing bar associations that are participating this year:

• Alameda County Bar Association
• Asian American Bar Association
• Bar Association of San Francisco- Barristers Club
• California Association of Black Lawyers
• California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
• Consumer Attorneys of California
• Continuing Education of the Bar
• Federal Bar Association, Northern District of California Chapter
• The Litigation Section of The State Bar of California
• Filipino Bar Association of Northern California
• Italian American Bar Association of Northern California
• Korean American Bar Association of Northern California
• Palo Alto Area Bar Association
• Queen’s Bench Bar Association
• San Francisco Intellectual Property Law Association
• San Francisco La Raza Lawyers Association
• San Francisco Paralegal Association
• San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association
• St. Thomas More Society of San Francisco 
•   California Women Lawyers 
• Contra Costa County Bar Association 
• California Lawyers for the Arts 
• Eastern Alameda County Bar Association 
• Charles Houston Bar Association

Etiquette for Professional Holiday Parties

by Sabrina M. Johnson
LCS Grad Fellow

You are attending Holiday Parties and you will want to make sure that you are there to enjoy yourself and strengthen your professional network. While you are thinking about which events to attend, you should also be thinking about how you will present yourself. This applies for organizational holiday events, as well as an office party.

FREE Summer Activities in the Bay Area

by Henghameh Poya, LCS Intern

Even though LCS wants you to network, we want you to have fun and find more things to talk about when you meet new people. Take a look at these free or cheap summer activities that will help develop your connection to the San Francisco community!

Don't be scared, LCS has you covered!

by Andrew Artelt
LCS Intern

With Halloween quickly approaching, tricks and treats abound, especially when it comes to your job search. As a future law school graduate, the job market may even be downright frightening. To add to it, your resume or cover letter may even have some unwanted cobwebs that need to be cleaned up.

Here at Law Career Services, we want to remind you of all the treats that we give out not only during the Halloween season, but on a daily basis:

• Job Postings – While working at LCS, I have been able to see the many potential job experiences located throughout the Bay Area, nation, and even internationally! It is so easy to forget to log into your LCSonline account and sift through the many job postings that are added on a daily basis. You can easily set up a Job Agent defined by geographic preference areas so that you automatically receive emails whenever a job posting in your preferred area is created. To set this up, log onto LCSonline, click “My Profile,” then click “Academic,” and finally, click “Automatic Email Notifications – Geographic Preference Areas.” Now you are set up with three geographic preference areas from anywhere in the world!
• Twitter and the LCS blog – If you’re reading this, you have found our blog. On the LCS blog, we not only post great articles written by the LCS staff, but also share networking opportunities and information regarding upcoming job fairs. Also, to make job searches even more convenient for students, LCS has created a Twitter account which has tweets about every new job that we post on LCSonline. Follow us and receive our tweets at @GGULCS.
• Handouts – Many times, we need a quick and efficient fix in our job search. For some, the issue may be a cover letter, others a resume. Either way, LCS has you covered with handouts that show many helpful tips! Come to the LCS office to see our display stand full of helpful information or access them via our electronic Resource Library in LCSonline.
• On-campus Information Sessions – LCS plans countless information sessions throughout the semester that focus on how to find jobs and different career paths. Many of these sessions are conveniently held during the lunch hour and are often recorded for those who cannot attend. These videos can be found on our YouTube page here.
• Career Counseling Sessions – The foundation of LCS is our career counseling. Our counselors were all once practicing attorneys. They have a wide variety of backgrounds that can help students find their perfect fit and assist with any job search matters that may surprise you along the way. We recommend that all students meet with an LCS counselor at least once a semester to make sure your career development plans stay on track.

Regardless of whether you say “Trick” or “Treat,” LCS has plenty to offer.

Ways to Get the Most Out Of Technology

"Your gadgets and computers, your software and sites — they are not working as well as they should. You need to make some tweaks. But the tech industry has given you the impression that making adjustments is difficult and time-consuming. It is not. And so below are 10 things to do to improve your technological life. They are easy and (mostly) free."

CLICK HERE to read 10 Ways to Get the Most Out Of Technology at The New York Times

A Word About Holiday Parties

by Marcie Areias
Career Advisor

It is time for the holidays and with that come holiday parties! Most bar associations and other legal organizations plan holiday parties that are upbeat in mood and full of food and fun. Seize these opportunities to meet new people in a welcoming and cheery environment. Holiday cheer is contagious, so head to these events and enjoy yourself.

Click here to view a list of upcoming holiday season events!

Keeping these holiday party tips in mind will allow you to enjoy your time:

1. Have an Entrance Plan. When you walk into a room, make sure you know where you are going. Head to the bar/food area or take a quick walk around the room. Having an initial plan helps alleviate anxiety and boost confidence.
2. Prepare to Talk. Be able to talk about yourself. This includes both your professional self and other interests. "How about those Giants?" I am willing to bet that the Giants are a hot topic of conversation in San Francisco this season.
3. Prepare to Listen. Listen to what others are saying, and use their name when appropriate. Active listening (eye contact and smiling) is an easy way to win over your audience.
4. Dress the Part. Your outfit is your first impression, and while people don't necessarily notice a good outfit, they definitely judge an inappropriate one. Make sure your festive holiday attire is still professional. Remember, you can never go wrong with slacks and a collared shirt.
5. Collect the Card. Casual conversations at holiday events tend to last 5 - 20 minutes. When you have a connection with someone or want to learn more, ask if you can follow-up with them at a later time. Be sure to get their business card.

No Tricks, Just TreatsLCS Halloween Open House 2010

Thank you to everybody who stopped by Law Career Services during our Halloween Open House on Friday. There was much candy and conversation to be had, plus heaps of homemade baked goods and a lot of good information for 1Ls. There were also quite a few Giants fans.

Click the photos to enlarge. Special thanks to Oscar for his creativity & organization in remaking the LCS office in the Halloween spirit.

 

Free and Fun in the Bay Area

by Elana Konstant
Assistant Director of Public Interest Programs

One of the best things about living in a city as diverse and fun-loving as San Francisco is that there is no shortage of free activities to enjoy. Now that you have a bit more time during your summer break, we hope you can take advantage of the various neighborhood events, live music and museums. If you have any other ideas, please let us know and we will update the blog with your suggestions.

MUSIC
Stern Grove Festival (www.sterngrove.org)
Established in 1938, the festival is the oldest admission-free summer performing arts festival of its kind in America. Concerts take place on Sundays at 2 pm.

Music In The Park-San Jose (www.sjdowntown.com/Music_in_the_Park.html)
The 22nd Season of Music in the Park begins on Thursday, June 3 and runs through August 26. Concerts are held on Thursday evenings, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. at the Plaza de Cesar Chavez (Market Street between San Fernando and San Carlos streets)

ART, ARTIFACTS & ANIMALS
Several SF museums are open for free; others offer free admission days, usually the first Tuesday or Wednesday of the month. Here are a few listings, but check this link for more information:

• Asian Art Museum (First Tuesday)


• M.H. de Young Memorial Museum (First Tuesday)


• Legion of Honor (First Tuesday)


• SF MOMA (First Tuesday)


• Cartoon Art Museum (First Tuesday)


• Exploratorium (First Wednesday)


• SF Zoo (First Wednesday)


• California Academy of Sciences (Every Third Wednesday)

Admission is always free at:

• Cable Car Museum


• Chinese Culture Center


• San Francisco Fire Museum


• Museo Italo Americano


• National Maritime Museum


• Wells Fargo History Museum

Also, the California Historical Society only charges $1 for students.

STREET FAIRS
Many Bay Area neighborhoods host street fairs and festivals over the summer. Click here for more info.

HIKING/WALKING TOURS
East Bay: Did you know that the East Bay has over 65 parks, encompassing 1,100 miles of hiking trails? (link)

Bay Trail: You might also consider hiking the Bay Trail. (link)

Free Tours
City Guides: offers daily tours at locations around the city. For a schedule of tours, go to the website or call 415 557-4266.
San Francisco Parks Trust: Free walking tours in Golden Gate Park
Fort Point National Historic Site
Golden Gate Bridge
San Francisco Botanical Garden

OTHER FUN OUTINGS/INFO
Anchor Brewing Company on Potrero Hill: The 90-minute tour of Anchor Brewing Company's Potrero Hill plant begins with a lesson in ingredients, brewing methods for steam beer, porter, and ales, and the company's colorful history. Guests will enjoy the traditional sampling at the conclusion of the tour. Kids welcome. Free weekday tours. Need reservations. Book at least a month in advance

Seward Street slides: Take a thrilling ride down the curved concrete slides at the Seward Street Mini Park in Noe Valley. The side-by-side slides are fast and fun, and not for the faint of heart. Bring a piece of cardboard or burlap to get the most out of the run. Some users swear by plastic cafeteria trays. Located on Seward Street, near the corner of Douglass Street.

Sunday service at Glide Memorial United Methodist Church: The famously liberal church known for its diversity attracts movie stars and homeless people alike with its message of hope and the wall-shaking Glide Ensemble choir and band. "Celebrations" are held at 9 and 11 am, 330 Ellis St., at Taylor Street, in the Tenderloin.

SF.FunCheap.com. Weekly fun and cheap/free events around the city.