
University of San Diego School of Law
Environmental Conflict Resolution Conference
Join us for this working conference that brings global insights to controversies related to water justice and hydro-diplomacy in the San Diego –Tijuana border region.
You should attend this conference if you are interested in:
* Climate Change impacts in this border region...,
* Environmental health of Tijuana River Watershed,
* Global hydro-diplomacy and trans-border water management approaches,
* Water justice issues in the San Diego/Tijuana region,
* Tribal perspective on water policy,
* Role of international institutions and water security,
* Environmental conflict resolution.
To learn more about conference objectives, exciting and interactive workshops, speakers and full conference agenda please visit: www.sandiego.edu/peacestudies/greeningbo rders
Student registration fee for the full 3 day conference attendance is $50.
Conference panel sessions on Nov. 18-19, and the keynote address by William Ury, Ph.D., co-fonder and senior fellow of the Harvard Negotiations Project and co-author of Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In on Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. are free and open to students and public; registration still required.
REGISTER by Nov. 11, 2009 at: www.sandiego.edu/peacestudies/news/event s_calendar/greening_borders/public_regis tration.php
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Join us for this working conference that brings global insights to controversies related to water justice and hydro-diplomacy in the San Diego –Tijuana border region.
You should attend this conference if you are interested in:
* Climate Change impacts in this border region...,
* Environmental health of Tijuana River Watershed,
* Global hydro-diplomacy and trans-border water management approaches,
* Water justice issues in the San Diego/Tijuana region,
* Tribal perspective on water policy,
* Role of international institutions and water security,
* Environmental conflict resolution.
To learn more about conference objectives, exciting and interactive workshops, speakers and full conference agenda please visit: www.sandiego.edu/peacestudies/greeningbo
Student registration fee for the full 3 day conference attendance is $50.
Conference panel sessions on Nov. 18-19, and the keynote address by William Ury, Ph.D., co-fonder and senior fellow of the Harvard Negotiations Project and co-author of Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In on Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. are free and open to students and public; registration still required.
REGISTER by Nov. 11, 2009 at: www.sandiego.edu/peacestudies/news/event
We hope you will add your voice to this conversation.Read More
Time:8:00AM Wednesday, November 18th
Location:Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies

University of San Diego School of Law
This seminar focuses on diverting the one way destination to conviction and derailing the prosecutorial train. We begin at the depot by choosing our traveling companions; the jury. Along our journey, we blow the whistle on mistrials, ethical violations, and prosecutorial misconduct, before we argue reasonable doubt. Tr...ain 1118.1 may be our final destination, but if not, we will take train 1181 to a new trial.
Program Agenda:
8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Registration
9:00 - 10:15 a.m.
All Aboard!: Picking a Jury for a Hang
Toni Blake, Jury Consultant
Allen Bloom, Esq.
10:15 - 10:30 a.m.
Break
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Blowing the Whistle on a Runaway Train:
Mistrials, Ethical Violations & Prosecutorial Misconduct
John Philipsborn, Esq.
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Arriving at the Destination: Arguing Reasonable Doubt
Jack Earley, Esq.
1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Laying New Track: Motions for New Trial & Dismissals
John Cotsirilos, Esq.
Liz Missakian, Esq.
2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
On the Right Track: Retrials and Retrial Issues
Michelle Betancourt, Esq.
Bob Boyce, Esq.
This program is funded by a grant from Community Defenders, Inc. of San Diego. For more information, please e-mail Leilani Sharrett or call (619) 260-4208.Read More
Program Agenda:
8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Registration
9:00 - 10:15 a.m.
All Aboard!: Picking a Jury for a Hang
Toni Blake, Jury Consultant
Allen Bloom, Esq.
10:15 - 10:30 a.m.
Break
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Blowing the Whistle on a Runaway Train:
Mistrials, Ethical Violations & Prosecutorial Misconduct
John Philipsborn, Esq.
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Arriving at the Destination: Arguing Reasonable Doubt
Jack Earley, Esq.
1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Laying New Track: Motions for New Trial & Dismissals
John Cotsirilos, Esq.
Liz Missakian, Esq.
2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
On the Right Track: Retrials and Retrial Issues
Michelle Betancourt, Esq.
Bob Boyce, Esq.
This program is funded by a grant from Community Defenders, Inc. of San Diego. For more information, please e-mail Leilani Sharrett or call (619) 260-4208.Read More
Time:8:30AM Saturday, January 23rd
Location:USD School of Law, Warren Hall Room 131

University of San Diego School of Law
EPIC released a new report that should help municipalities conform with the new global warming laws.
See the release here: http://www.sandiego.edu/law/news/news_re leases/newslist.php?_focus=34528
Source: www.sandiego.edu
San Diego, Calif., October 27, 2009—The Energy Policy Initiatives Center (EPIC), a research center at the University of San Diego (USD) School of Law, today released two reports that evaluate a range ...

University of San Diego School of Law There will be a reception in the French Parlor immediately following the mass.
Time:4:00PM Thursday, December 17th
Location:Founders Chapel

University of San Diego School of Law Results of the July 2009 California State Bar exam are scheduled to be mailed to applicants on Friday, November 20, 2009. USD School of Law holds an alumni breakfast immediately prior to the swearing-in ceremony.
Time:8:00AM Tuesday, December 1st
Location:Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina Nautilus 1 and 2 1380 Harbor Island Drive San Diego, CA 92101

University of San Diego School of Law
Join USD alumni and friends to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the University of San Diego. Special guests from USD include:
* Dean Kevin Cole, School of Law
* Dean David Pyke, School of Business Administration
* Martin Kaplan, Alumni Director
Parking is complimentary.
The cost is $10 per person and includes hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine.
Time:5:30PM Wednesday, November 11th
Location:Law Offices of Fennemore Craig, P.C. 3003 North Central Avenue Suite 2600 Phoenix, AZ 85012

University of San Diego School of Law
Sister Helen Prejean is coming to campus. See the Facebook event here:
http://www.facebook.com/usdlaw?v=app_234 4061033#/event.php?eid=163383340282&inde x=1
Location:Shiley Theatre in Camino Hall
Time:6:30PM Thursday, November 5th

University of San Diego School of Law
6:30 p.m. – presentation at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice Theatre
7:30 p.m. – reception in the Rotunda, Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice
John Prendergast is Co-Chair of the ENOUGH Project, an initiative to end genocide and crimes against humanity. During the Clinton administration, John was inv...olved in a number of peace processes in Africa while he was Director of African Affairs at the National Security Council and Special Advisor at the Department of State. John has also worked for members of Congress, the United Nations, human rights organizations, and think tanks, as well as having been a youth counselor and basketball coach in the U.S. He has authored eight books on Africa, including Not on Our Watch, a New York Times bestseller he co-authored with Don Cheadle. John is working on a new book which focuses on his 20 years in the Big Brother program. John has helped produce two documentaries on Northern Uganda and been involved in three documentaries on Sudan. He has been part of three episodes of CBS' 60 Minutes which earned an Emmy Award for Best Continuing News Coverage and is helping to develop two additional episodes. He is helping to spearhead a campaign involving the NBA and Participant Productions to widen awareness on Darfur, as well as a campaign to end the violence against women and girls in the Congo.
Admission is free of charge.
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7:30 p.m. – reception in the Rotunda, Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice
John Prendergast is Co-Chair of the ENOUGH Project, an initiative to end genocide and crimes against humanity. During the Clinton administration, John was inv...olved in a number of peace processes in Africa while he was Director of African Affairs at the National Security Council and Special Advisor at the Department of State. John has also worked for members of Congress, the United Nations, human rights organizations, and think tanks, as well as having been a youth counselor and basketball coach in the U.S. He has authored eight books on Africa, including Not on Our Watch, a New York Times bestseller he co-authored with Don Cheadle. John is working on a new book which focuses on his 20 years in the Big Brother program. John has helped produce two documentaries on Northern Uganda and been involved in three documentaries on Sudan. He has been part of three episodes of CBS' 60 Minutes which earned an Emmy Award for Best Continuing News Coverage and is helping to develop two additional episodes. He is helping to spearhead a campaign involving the NBA and Participant Productions to widen awareness on Darfur, as well as a campaign to end the violence against women and girls in the Congo.
Admission is free of charge.
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Time:6:30PM Wednesday, November 11th
Location:Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice, University of San Diego Campus

University of San Diego School of Law
Michael Barone,
senior political analyst, Washington Examiner; contributor, Fox News Channel; and resident fellow, American Enterprise Institute, will deliver a keynote address titled:
American Politics: Are we in a New Era?
5:30 p.m. - presentation at the Peace & Justice Theatre
6:30 p.m. - reception in the Rotunda
Joan B.... Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice, University of San Diego Campus
Admission is free of charge, but you must RSVP by Wednesday, November 4, 2009 by phone, 619-260-6848 or e-mail.
The University of San Diego School of Law is a State Bar of California approved MCLE provider.
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Contact Kay Manansala | kaym@sandiego.edu | (619) 260-4527Read More
senior political analyst, Washington Examiner; contributor, Fox News Channel; and resident fellow, American Enterprise Institute, will deliver a keynote address titled:
American Politics: Are we in a New Era?
5:30 p.m. - presentation at the Peace & Justice Theatre
6:30 p.m. - reception in the Rotunda
Joan B.... Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice, University of San Diego Campus
Admission is free of charge, but you must RSVP by Wednesday, November 4, 2009 by phone, 619-260-6848 or e-mail.
The University of San Diego School of Law is a State Bar of California approved MCLE provider.
Directions to the University of San Diego | University of San Diego Campus Map
Contact Kay Manansala | kaym@sandiego.edu | (619) 260-4527Read More
Time:5:30PM Monday, November 9th
Location:Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice, University of San Diego Campus

University of San Diego School of Law
The fifth annual conference dedicated to the latest developments in the dynamic field of International Tax Law in the U.S., Mexico and Canada.
RSVP by Monday October 12, 2009
This intensive educational and networking event at the University of San Diego attracts internationally recognized leaders and experts in governmen...t and private practice to present, explore, learn and discuss current developments in the law and innovations affecting the field of international tax and related transactions. Leading International tax experts participate in this in-depth, practical curriculum.
Simultaneous Spanish/English translations will be available.
MCLE:
The University of San Diego School of Law is a State Bar of California approved MCLE provider.
See http://www.sandiego.edu/law/news/calenda r_of_events/eventlist.php/?_focus=32709Read More
RSVP by Monday October 12, 2009
This intensive educational and networking event at the University of San Diego attracts internationally recognized leaders and experts in governmen...t and private practice to present, explore, learn and discuss current developments in the law and innovations affecting the field of international tax and related transactions. Leading International tax experts participate in this in-depth, practical curriculum.
Simultaneous Spanish/English translations will be available.
MCLE:
The University of San Diego School of Law is a State Bar of California approved MCLE provider.
See http://www.sandiego.edu/law/news/calenda
Time:8:00AM Monday, October 19th
Location:Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice

University of San Diego School of Law
Navigating Current and Future Greenhouse Gas Regulations:
The View from the General Counsel's Office
Mr. Chaudhri will discuss the implications to the energy industry of the most significant current and pending legal and policy developments in the effort to curb greenhouse gas emissions. He will also provide thoughts on ...the future direction of greenhouse gas regulation.
Javade Chaudhri
Javade Chaudhri is executive vice president and general counsel for Sempra Energy. Chaudhri, who joined Sempra Energy as executive vice president and general counsel in September 2003, is responsible for all legal affairs and compliance for Sempra Energy. Chaudhri also serves as Sempra’s Chief Environmental Officer. Prior to joining Sempra Energy, he served as senior vice president and general counsel of San Diego-based Gateway Inc. since 2001. Chaudhri also was a senior partner in the Washington, D.C., office of the international law firm of Winston & Strawn, where he co-managed the international and technology practice groups.
He was a partner at the law firm Jones Day Reavis & Pogue. He has written and lectured widely on international infrastructure projects, technology and commercial law. He has been a visiting faculty member for the International Development Law Organization in Rome and the International Law Institute in Washington, D.C. Chaudhri has bachelor's and master's degrees from Yale University and a law degree from Georgetown University.Read More
The View from the General Counsel's Office
Mr. Chaudhri will discuss the implications to the energy industry of the most significant current and pending legal and policy developments in the effort to curb greenhouse gas emissions. He will also provide thoughts on ...the future direction of greenhouse gas regulation.
Javade Chaudhri
Javade Chaudhri is executive vice president and general counsel for Sempra Energy. Chaudhri, who joined Sempra Energy as executive vice president and general counsel in September 2003, is responsible for all legal affairs and compliance for Sempra Energy. Chaudhri also serves as Sempra’s Chief Environmental Officer. Prior to joining Sempra Energy, he served as senior vice president and general counsel of San Diego-based Gateway Inc. since 2001. Chaudhri also was a senior partner in the Washington, D.C., office of the international law firm of Winston & Strawn, where he co-managed the international and technology practice groups.
He was a partner at the law firm Jones Day Reavis & Pogue. He has written and lectured widely on international infrastructure projects, technology and commercial law. He has been a visiting faculty member for the International Development Law Organization in Rome and the International Law Institute in Washington, D.C. Chaudhri has bachelor's and master's degrees from Yale University and a law degree from Georgetown University.Read More
Time:4:30PM Wednesday, November 4th
Location:Warren Auditorium, Mother Rosalie Hill Hall (SOLES)

University of San Diego School of Law Happy to announce the Richard Crawford Pugh Lecture in Tax Law and Policy!
Source: www.sandiego.edu
San Diego (October 1, 2009) – The University of San Diego School of Law is pleased to announce the creation of the endowed Richard Crawford Pugh Lecture in Tax Law and Policy in honor of our Distinguished Professor of Law, Richard C. Pugh.

University of San Diego School of Law
Dean Kevin Cole Takes the Helm of CrimProf Blog.
http://tinyurl.com/ye73hj3
Source: tinyurl.com
SAN DIEGO (September 22, 2009) — University of San Diego School of Law Dean Kevin Cole has assumed leadership of the CrimProf Blog. Joined by Professors Lawrence Alexander, Donald Dripps, Yale Kamisar, ...

University of San Diego School of Law
Law career expert and author Kimm Walton's "Guerilla Tactics for
Getting the Legal Job of You Dreams," Wed. Sept. 23 at 4pm in Grace
Courtroom.
http://www.sandiego.edu/law/news/calenda r_of_events/eventlist.php/?_focus=33659
Source: www.sandiego.edu
Walton’s proven job search strategies have helped thousands of law students get the legal job of their dreams. Based on her best-selling book, this energizing and entertaining seminar introduces students to tried and true techniques for starting a law career. ...

University of San Diego School of Law
USD Law 2009 Distinguished Alumni Awards to honor Hon. Michael D. Wellington ’71 this Friday, Sept. 18, 2009. Tickets still available for the luncheon. http://www.sandiego.edu/law/news/calenda r_of_events/eventlist.php?_focus=32150
Source: www.sandiego.edu
The University of San Diego School of Law and the Law Alumni Association Board of Directors are pleased to present their highest honor to:



















