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Dear Berkeley Law Students,
This week Boalt Healthcare & Biothech (BHBLS) will be having their first general meeting. Also, we'll revisit the landmark Video Privacy Protection Act, hear from a legendary venture capital investor, and discuss the future of forum shopping in patent cases.
Coming up is the 2016 BCLT Annual Spring Career Fair. And don't forget- applications are still being accepted for the Law & Technology Certificate; it's easy to apply and most students qualify. Also, you can still submit your resume for inclusion in the BCLT resume book for BCLT sponsor law firms.
See below for more information on these and more.
If you have any questions about this week's content or items for inclusion in future newsletters, please email bclt@law.berkeley.edu
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Boalt Healthcare & Biotech Law Society (BHBLS): General Meeting
Monday, February 1, 2016
12:50-1:50 PM
Boalt Hall, Room 12
BHBLS will be having their first general meeting on Monday, Febuary 1. They'll discuss plans for this semester and--to put on your radars 1Ls--leadership for next year.
Lunch, of course, will be served.
This event is co-sponsored by the Berkeley Center for Law & Technology.
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BCLT/BTLJ Law & Tech Speaker Series: Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP
“Rediscovering the Video Privacy Protection Act”
Tuesday, February 02, 2016
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Boalt Hall, Room 105
In the late 1980s, a local newspaper published Robert Bork’s video rental history, and Congress responded by passing the Video Privacy Protection Act to prevent video stores from disclosing information like that about their customers. Now, 30 years later, a new wave of lawsuits has required courts to consider how the VPPA applies to video content streamed over set-top boxes, computers, and mobile devices. Bryan H. Heckenlively ‘09 will review those cases and put them in the context of broader issues in privacy litigation.
Lunch is served for students staying through the entire presentation.
Sponsored by the Berkeley Center for Law & Technology (BCLT), Berkeley Technology Law Journal (BTLJ), and Berkeley Information Privacy Law Association (BIPLA).
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Scott Carey Speaker Series: The Venture Capitalist – Scott Kupor
A Conversation with Scott Kupor,
Managing Partner at Andreessen Horowitz
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Boalt Hall, Room 110
REGISTER
Interested in practicing in Silicon Valley or starting your own business? Hear from a legendary investor at one of the industry’s top venture capital firms! Scott Kupor is the managing partner and chief operating officer at Andreessen Horowitz. One of Silicon Valley’s top venture capital firms, Andreessen Horowitz has taken major positions in leading technology companies, including Twitter, Facebook, and Airbnb. Scott is a graduate of Stanford Law School, has served as an executive-in-residence at Haas Business school, and will be teaching a course at Berkeley Law in 2016. He joins us to discuss his career and the state of corporate governance in Silicon Valley. For anyone interested in venture capital, this event is not to be missed!
This event is co-sponsored by Startup@BerkeleyLaw, the Berkeley Center for Law & Technology (BCLT), and the Berkeley Business Law Journal (BBLJ) .
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BCLT/BTLJ Law & Tech Speaker Series: Paul Hastings LLP
“TC Heartland: Is it the End of the Line for Forum Shopping in Patent Cases?”
Thursday, February 04, 2016
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Boalt Hall, Room 105
Twenty-five years ago, the Federal Circuit decided a case that transformed where (and how) patent infringement cases can be litigated. By expanding the scope of where a corporate defendant “resides” for venue purposes, the court in VE Holding Corp. v. Johnson Gas Appliance greatly increased the number of states and courts in which many corporations can be sued for infringement. This decision has contributed to the development of forum-shopping and related litigation issues over the past several years. One company, TC Heartland, LLC, is now urging the Federal Circuit to overturn that precedent in light of statutory changes in 2011 and restore more stringent venue restrictions through a writ of mandamus, and dozens of others are joining the debate. The Federal Circuit is set to hear this case in March.
Please join Partner Yar R. Chaikovsky, Associate Bryan K. James from Paul Hastings LLP and Berkeley Law Professor Paul Schwartz for this exciting discussion.
Lunch is served for those staying the entire presentation.
This event is sponsored by Berkeley Center for Law & Technology (BCLT), Berkeley Technology Law Journal (BTLJ), and the Patent Law Society (PLS).
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Intellectual Property Law Section Mix and Mingle!
Thursday, February 4, 2016
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Various venues (see below)
Please join members of the IP Law Section for a Networking Mix & Mingle on Thursday, February 4th. The mixer will be held simultaneously at five locations around the state. If you are, have been, or are interested in being a member of the IP Section or networking with IP attorneys, come meet a broad array of diverse practitioners in a relaxed and inviting venue. IP Law Section Executive Committee Members and Interest Group Officers will be at each location to answer questions, provide information about the Section, or simply to chat. We especially welcome law students, paralegals, and anyone interested in developing their IP practice.
Join us for drinks and snacks and meet some long-time and new colleagues! We will be providing appetizers and a limited number of drink tickets, so get there early!
The venues are as follows:
1. San Francisco (Palomino – 345 Spear Street)
2. San Diego (McGregor’s Grill & Ale House – 10475 San Diego Mission Road);
3. San Jose (Nemea Greek Taverna – 96 South First Street)
4. Santa Monica (Wokano - 1413 5th Street (there is valet parking, and several public lots nearby)
5. Los Angeles (Don Chente DTLA – 1248 S Figueroa Street)
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BERC@Boalt Presents: A Fireside Chat with Commissioners of the California Public Utilities Commission
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Boalt Hall, Warren Room (2nd Floor)
Join BERC@Boalt in welcoming the California Public Utilities Commissioners Peterman and Randolph to a "fireside chat" at the law school! This event will give students a unique opportunity to chat informally with appointed officials in a conversation moderated by Professor Steven Weissman of the Goldman School of Public Policy. Come hear from these two incredible women and learn about their work regulating electric, gas, water, telecommunication and transportation utilities in the State of California.
Reception starts at 6:30 PM, program at 7:00 PM. Arrive early for refreshments provided by the Berkeley Center for Law and Technology.
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2016 BCLT Annual Spring Career Fair
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Boalt Hall, Steinhart Courtyard (2nd Floor)
The Berkeley Center for Law & Technology (BCLT) is excited to host its 2016 Annual Spring Career Fair. Whether you're interested in applying to work with one of BCLT’s law firm sponsors or you want to make some great contacts and learn more about technology law, you do not want to miss this event. Students will receive a ticket to redeem a free Top Dog during the career fair after visiting a firm table.
Students, please bring copies of your resume.
This event is open to current Berkeley Law students and BCLT law firm sponsors. LLMs are welcome to attend but please recognize that BCLT law firm sponsors hire very few LLMs who do not have a U.S. JD.
Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 10, online »
Sponsored by the Berkeley Center for Law & Technology (BCLT), Berkeley Technology Law Journal (BTLJ), and the Berkeley Center for Law, Business & the Economy (BCLBE).
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Knobbe Martens Dinner Reception
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
2700 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
Knobbe Martens cordially invites 1L, 2L and 3L Law Students with technical degrees or a demonstrated interest in trademark prosecution to join us for a dinner reception.
Meet with lawyers from one of the country's most prominent intellectual property law firms to learn more about our practice, our people, and why we offer an opportunity second to none to build a rewarding career in IP law.
Please RSVP to Candice Lee with a resume by February 12, 2016.
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LAW AND TECH OPPORTUNITIES
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Resume Books: Collecting Resumes from Boalt Students- 1Ls, 2Ls, 3Ls and LLMs
Every year, BCLT compiles resumes for 1L and 2L students who are looking for a summer job, and 3Ls who are looking for employment after graduation. We compile these resumes into separate books for 1Ls, 2Ls, and 3Ls and send them to BCLT sponsor law firms. This is another way to get your resume in front of prospective employers. This year, we will also compile LLM resumes. NOTE: please recognize that BCLT sponsor firms hire very few LLMs who do not have a U.S. JD.
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Internship--Harvard Berkman Center for Internet & Society
The Berkman Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University is now accepting applications for summer 2016! They are looking forward to engaging a diverse group of students who are interested in studying -- and changing the world through -- the Internet and new technologies; who are driven, funny, and kind; and who would like to join their amazing community in Cambridge this summer for 10 weeks of shared research and exchange.
Application deadline for all students for summer 2016 is Friday, February 12, 2016 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
For more information go here>>
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b-Line Posting: Legal Intern- Privacy and Law Enforcement Compliance Team at Apple.
This is a summer position open to 1L and 2L students, and the closing date is Feb. 12, 2016. The job id# is 20429.
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Law & Technology Certificate Program
Deadline to apply: April 1, 2016, if students wish to be noted in the graduation program as having received the certificate.
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Counsel Intern- Facebook
Facebook was built to help people connect and share, and over the last decade our tools have played a critical part in changing how people around the world communicate with one another. With over a billion people using the service and more than fifty offices around the globe, a career at Facebook offers countless ways to make an impact in a fast growing organization.
Want to spend your summer working in the legal department of a dynamic, fast-moving, innovative company? Facebook is seeking three talented law students to spend the summer helping out our legal department. The summer 2016 internship will be based out of headquarters in Menlo Park.
Responsibilities:
The structure and the assigned projects will depend on the department’s needs at the time. The work may be in one or more of the following areas:
• Corporate
• Commercial
• Product
• Privacy
• Regulatory
• Litigation
• Employment
Requirements:
• Current first-year law student at a nationally-accredited law school
• Strong academic records
• Exercises sound judgment and high standards of professionalism
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong working relationships inside and outside Facebook
• Self-motivated, creative, resourceful, detail-oriented, highly organized
• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
• Prior experience working in a high-growth or startup technology company a plus
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2016 1L Summer Associate IP Litigation Position- White and Case, Silicon Valley
The Summer Associate Program at White & Case provides real client work and practice-oriented skills training. You will be part of a dynamic team where you can expect to make a difference. Our Summer Associate Program prioritizes learning through substantive hands-on work while offering ample opportunities to socialize and network with your peers and mentors. The lawyers in our Silicon Valley office work on matters involving cutting-edge technology ranging from mobile technology to on-line retail to the Internet of things and the systems that make it all possible. As a summer associate, you will have the chance to assist case teams on high-stakes litigation matters (including international litigations) for respected industry leaders and well-established multinational companies.
Qualifications & Requirements
We are seeking first-year law students with a strong interest in IP Litigation who have demonstrated high levels of academic achievement in their undergraduate and legal education. A technical undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering is required, and previous professional experience is strongly preferred. How to Apply Please send the required application materials listed below to the following contacts: Executive Office Partner, Bijal Vakil at bvakil@whitecase.com and Administrative Coordinator, Amrit Dhadli at amrit.dhadli@whitecase.com
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Your current resume
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A cover letter
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Copies of your undergraduate/graduate/law school transcripts.
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Mozilla Summer Internship
The legal department at Mozilla is looking for interns to join them for the summer, at their headquarters in Mountain View.
To apply go here>>
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Summer and Semester Internships at the FCC's Enforcement Bureau
This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in privacy and data security, consumer protection, telecommunications, and technology law generally.
Interviews are being held in February and March.
Go here for more information>>
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