Oxford Law Society

What's happening this week?

Contents

1. Valentine's Party - Tuesday 19th February @ 8pm
2. Speaker Event: Lord Falconer - Wednesday 20th February @ 7pm
3. Demystifying the American Law Firm - Thursday 21st February @ 6.30pm
4. Oxford Law Society Website

1. Valentine's Party - Tuesday 19th February @ 8pm

Come and enjoy delicious cocktails at the Duke of Cambridge, courtesy of Cleary Gottlieb.

The Valentine's Party promises to be a indulgent evening of passion with lots of delicious drinks…

Venue: Duke of Cambridge, Little Clarendon Street.
Monday 19th February @ 8pm.
Please bring your membership cards and arrive early to avoid disappointment.

2. Speaker Event: Lord Falconer - Wednesday 20th February @ 7pm

Lord Falconer is best known for his appointment as Lord Chancellor and as the first Secretary of State for Constitutional Affairs. This shift in tradition was called for as the government argued that the position of a cabinet minister as a Judge and Head of the Judiciary was no longer appropriate and would not be upheld by the European Convention on Human Rights.

Upon that reorganisation of power in early 2007, Lord Falconer became the first Secretary of State for Justice, while keeping the title and role of Lord Chancellor.

Before becoming Lord Chancellor, Lord Falconer practised as a barrister and became a QC in 1991. He was created a Life Peer in 1997. In 1998 he became the Minister of State at the Cabinet Office, taking over responsibility for the Millennium Dome.

Date: Wednesday 20th February (6th week).
Venue: New College.
Please arrive at 6:45pm for a 7pm start.

3. Demystifying the American Law Firm - Thursday 21st February @ 6.30pm

White & Case - Demystifying the American Law Firm

Thinking about becoming a lawyer in a US law firm? White & Case, a law firm founded in the US with unmatched experience in the global legal market, will expel some of the myths about working in a US firm. Hear about their history, their business today and what makes a successful lawyer. They will also provide essential tips on how to make a winning application.

Thursday 21st February @ 6.30pm
Venue: TBC

4. Oxford Law Society Website

For more information on upcoming events this term, visit our website at www.oxfordlawsoc.com. Look at the events calender and read more about individual events.

Hope to see lots of you at this week's events.
Take care,

Cat Long
Publicity Secretary
Oxford Law Society