MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN

Among the joys of working in legal education is experiencing the energy and excitement of hundreds of students starting a new school year, many at the beginning of their professional careers.  This August, we welcomed 178 JD students who have started on their journey of becoming lawyers...
NEWS & RECOGNITION
Jacobs appointed inaugural Justice Anthony M. Kennedy Professor of Law
Leslie Gielow Jacobs has been appointed the inaugural Justice Anthony M. Kennedy Professor of Law at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. Professor Jacobs, who also serves as director of the school’s Capital Center for Law and Policy, has taught at McGeorge since 1993. She is regarded as an outstanding educator and leader who adopts best practices in her classrooms; she teaches constitutional law, remedies, and statutes and regulations.
McGeorge alumna to be honored for professional service by
American Inns of Court
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law alumna Carmen-Nicole Cox, ’11 will receive the American Inns of Court’s 2019 Sandra Day O’Connor Award for Professional Service.
Fellow McGeorge alumna Judge Consuelo “Connie” Callahan, ’75 of the 9 th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals will present the award at an Oct. 26 celebration at the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., hosted by Associate Justice Neil Gorsuch. The award honors an American Inn of Court member in practice for 10 years or less for excellence in public interest and pro bono activities.
Regent Scotland '74 to lead investigation into leak of bar exam topics
University of the Pacific regent and McGeorge School of Law graduate Arthur G. Scotland '74 will lead the California Supreme Court's independent investigation into the premature release of essay topics on the July California bar exam.

Scotland is a former presiding justice of the Third District Court of Appeal in Sacramento and now with the law firm of Nielsen Merksamer.

Scotland's distinguished career includes serving as a law enforcement officer, prosecutor, appellate attorney, policy adviser to a governor, trial judge for two years and for 21 years an appellate justice.
Sacramento Business Journal names 71 McGeorge Alumni 'best' in region
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law alumni are clearly among the best in the Sacramento region.

The Sacramento Business Journal on Aug. 22 honored 71 Sacramento-area McGeorge alumni among its Best of the Bar for 2019, close to half of the total 150 or so attorneys lauded. The awardees are “experienced lawyers with strong ethics and someone whom you would refer a friend or colleague.” The winners were profiled in a special edition of the business newspaper.
preLaw Magazine highlights McGeorge School of Law's health law concentration
A magazine that profiles, ranks and delivers news about legal education has lauded University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law for its health law concentration .

McGeorge, one of only a handful of California law schools accredited by the American Bar Association to offer a health law concentration, was graded at an A-, one of just 38 schools in the nation in the A range, according to preLaw Magazine, part of The National Jurist family of publications.
Sacramento student housing challenges - can you help?
Many are aware that Sacramento is experiencing tremendous growth. This growth, while welcome, is making it more challenging for our entering students to find affordable housing in commuting distance to the school. We have more student demand than we have on-campus housing units.

Accordingly, if you are aware of rental opportunities in homes, condominiums, or apartments, that you think would be a good fit for our students in the Sacramento area, please contact our Alumni Office . Your support is always appreciated. Thank you!
Alumni Association Board of Directors
The McGeorge Alumni Association Board of Directors will be open to receiving applications for new membership this fall. This is a volunteer group of engaged alumni spanning various class years, practice areas and geographic regions. Members are dedicated to advancing the interests and promoting the welfare of the law school and the University by acting as the voice of more than 14,000 alumni.

Interested in learning more or joining?! Look out for a more detailed email to be sent this month!
ALUMNI UPDATES
Mary Bajo, '10
as the co-chair for a plaintiff who reached a $1.65 million settlement.
Jeffrey Huron, '88
was appointed Chair of the Financial Institutions Committee of the California Lawyers Association.
Anthony McClaren, '00
opened a partnership in Los Angeles, Perleberg McClaren LLP, focusing on civil litigation, employment litigation, entertainment law, trademark law, and cannabis law. 
AnyaJael Woods, '19
was selected to the Nehemiah Emerging Leaders Program (NELP), a program whose mission is to develop a cohort of empowered & diverse leaders with the skills and passion to lead in their professional, personal, and civic lives.
McGEORGE FACULTY IMPACT
McGeorge School of Law professors continued their work in the late spring and summer by writing, presenting, teaching, and engaging in academic leadership activities. See the sampling of the recent scholarly activities in which they participated!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thurs | Sept 19
5:30 pm – 7 pm

1525 L Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Tues | Sept 24
8:30 am – 12 pm

Sierra 2 Center for the Arts and Community
Room 10
2791 24th Street
Sacramento, CA 95818
Tues | Oct 15
Generously sponsored by Jay Berger, '88
6 – 8 pm

48 Wall Street
Floor 28
New York, NY 10005
Thurs | Oct 17
Generously sponsored by Chris Lonn, '93
5:30 pm - 7 pm

One East Washington Street
Suite 1900
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Tuesday | Nov 5
5:30 – 7 pm

3387 Del Mar Heights Road
Building 1
San Diego, CA 92130
Save The Date
  • 11/12/19 Seattle Alumni Reception
  • 11/13/19 Portland Alumni Reception
  • 12/17/19 Los Angeles Alumni Reception
  • 1/18/20 SoCal MCLE Program (streaming available)
  • 1/24/20 NorCal MCLE Program (streaming available)
FEATURED JOBS
Recent Graduates
MCO Job # 14815 - Judicial Law Clerk | Ninth Judicial District Court (Minden, NV)

Provides assistance to and conducts research for the Honorable Judge Thomas W. Gregory. The one year clerkship is a full-time position offering an exceptional educational opportunity for recent or soon-to-be law school graduates. Bar exam passage is not required. For a detailed description of the Law Clerk position, please reference the Douglas County Human Resources website here . For more information on this job posting, visit McGeorgeCareersOnline .
 
MCO Job # 14802 - Seeking Entry-Level Attorney | RTGR Law (Sacramento, CA)

Northern & Southern California attorneys: RTGR Law LLP is seeking entry-level and experienced attorneys for positions in our offices all across California. (Prior workers' compensation or civil litigation experience welcome). We offer flexible schedules, telecommuting and many opportunities for professional growth. Successful applicants will receive hands-on training & experience including: depositions; court appearances; client contact; record review, summary and analysis; and legal research. We will consider motivated candidates awaiting Bar results.
More information on this job here .
1 - 2 Years'
Experience
MCO Job # 14805 – Deputy County Attorney | Office of the County Attorney, County of Kaua'i (Lihu'e, HI)

Deputy County Attorneys are government in-house counsel, concentrating on municipal law, general civil litigation, employment law, and other general legal work. The Office of the County Attorney, located in Lihu'e on the island of Kaua‘i, is currently seeking applications for the position of Deputy County Attorney. The Office of the County Attorney is composed of twelve attorneys and six support staff, divided into a transactional team and a litigation team. The County Attorney is the chief legal adviser and legal representative of the County of Kaua‘i, and all its agencies, including the county council, and of all officers and employees, in matters relating to their official powers and duties. The Office of the County Attorney represents the County of Kaua‘i in all legal proceedings and performs all other services incident to the office as required by law. For more information on this job posting, visit McGeorgeCareersOnline .
 
MCO Job # 14790 – Deputy Attorney - Deputy Attorney IV | State of California Department of Transportation (Sacramento, CA)

The Caltrans Sacramento Legal Office is looking for well-qualified and highly motivated individuals who want to work in a multi-faceted law office representing the California Department of Transportation. Practice areas include; Tort, Eminent Domain, Inverse Condemnation, Environmental Law, Employment, Construction Arbitration, Appellate Practice and in-house transactional work. Our attorneys represent the Department in State and Federal courts in all phases of litigation and trial work. They also advise and assist the Department in delivering projects. Junior attorneys will be assigned to a practice group and are trained in all aspects of the practice. They are given early exposure to discovery, depositions and trial as well as legal research and pleadings. Mid-level attorneys and are expected to handle all aspects of a case including discovery, trial and appellate work. More information on this job here .
2 - 5 Years'
Experience
MCO Job # 14808 – Attorney | Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara (Newport Beach, CA)

Bremer Whyte’s Reno office is seeking an Associate Attorney with 0-3 years' of Insurance Defense and Civil Litigation experience.
An ideal candidate must be motivated, reliable, and able to work independently for a professional firm. This rare opening is ideal for an entry level attorney, ready to take their career to the next level with a highly reputable and international based firm. This opportunity will task the chosen candidate with the management of their own caseload alongside the supervision of either a senior associate or partner. Candidates should have experience analyzing, researching and drafting briefs, addressing sophisticated legal issues as to complex litigation, ranging from motions to dismiss, summary judgment and pre-trial motions. Experience taking and defending depositions, briefing and arguing dispositive and discovery motions, interfacing with clients and opposing counsel, and attendance of hearings are preferred. For more information on this job posting, visit McGeorgeCareersOnline .
 
MCO Job # 14793 – Attorney III - JC-172110 | State Water Resources Control Board, Office of the Chief Counsel (Sacramento, CA)
The State Water Resources Control Board’s Office of Chief Counsel has an opening for an Attorney III in the Water Rights and Drinking Water branch. The position location is 1001 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. The State Water Resources Control Board exercises the regulatory and adjudicatory functions of the State of California for water rights, water quality and drinking water. The water quality program is administered together with the nine regional water quality control boards. More information on this job here .
5+ Years'
Experience
MCO Job # 14803 – In-House Counsel Attorney - Real Estate Development | Fujitani Consulting (Sacramento, CA)

Recruiting for an In-House Counsel Attorney with real estate development experience. A Joint Powers Agency (JPA) in the Sacramento area is seeking a General Counsel. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the General Counsel will: 1) plan, organize, control and direct legal services to the agency; 2) provide advice regarding real property development, labor relations, proposed legislation, risk control, government contracts and procurement, and other legal matters; 3) manage litigation and defend the agency in various law suits. This position is an excellent opportunity for a person who is a team player with the requisite knowledge and experience, possesses strong leadership, collaboration and networking skills, has a passion to help people and communities for the greater good, and seeks an enviable work/life balance. For more information on this job posting, visit McGeorgeCareersOnline .
 
MCO Job # 14816 – Attorney | Koeller Nebeker Carlson & Haluck (Roseville, CA)

Roseville law office is seeking an attorney with 3-6 years of experience. Practice areas include business litigation, real estate, insurance coverage, general liability, construction, and personal injury. The ideal candidate will have experience independently managing a caseload. Excellent writing and communication skills expected. Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications – option to work from home available to qualified candidates.  More information on this job here .
CDO Sponsorship
Opportunity!
The McGeorge Career Development Office (CDO) has created a Coffee Break Sponsorship Program for YOU--employers and alumni—to show support of our students.
 
McGeorge’s Career Development Office offers career guidance, application document review, interview practice, and so much more. Offering coffee and candy encourages students to make the CDO a regular part of their law school experience and keeps them informed about career resources and academic year and summer job opportunities. Having coffee and candy available to students in need of a short break during the day helps to create an inviting atmosphere for students to gather and socialize in between classes as well.
 
We are offering McGeorge alumni and employers the opportunity to sponsor a month of coffee and/or candy at the CDO. This sponsorship will enable you to support the school and or market your firm or organization to prospective employees and increase your name recognition among McGeorge students. Sponsors’ contributions will be promoted through signage and digital media in both the CDO and the McGeorge Student Center.
 
If you or your law firm would like to participate in sponsoring a monthly coffee break for the AY 2019-2020, please email Isabella Hannon or submit your sponsorship application form today!
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If you have a hiring need, we encourage you to list your opportunity on our online job board. Register as an employer on McGeorgeCareersOnline or use this online Job Posting Intake Form to submit your job opportunity.
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