The most rewarding part of law school by far has been my leadership experience through Law Women. Law Women was founded at the University of Tennessee College of Law more than fifty years ago in 1973. The organization’s mission is simple: empower women and encourage them to pursue leadership in their future career, no matter what path they take as an attorney. Within this broad goal lies a focus on networking, mentorship, career opportunities, academic success, and education about issues specific to women in the legal field.
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The Intersection of IP Law and Leadership Skills: Insights for Aspiring IP Professionals
Intellectual Property (IP) law is more than a specialized area of legal practice. It is a dynamic field that cultivates and demands essential leadership skills. As IP law evolves, so must the competencies of its practitioners. Drawing on my experiences as a J.D. candidate at the University of Tennessee College of Law along with my education, research, and practical experiences, I have found that excelling in IP law fosters critical leadership qualities. I have also found that institutions like The Institute for Professional Leadership at UT Law are uniquely positioned to develop these skills. This is a guide crafted for law students, recent graduates, and legal practitioners seeking to enhance their understanding of IP law while simultaneously developing their leadership potential.
Helping Others and Ourselves
When I decided that I wanted to go to law school, my main motivation was that I wanted to help people. At the time, I was a a junior in college, and I didn’t really know what helping people meant yet. I had seen also sorts of documentaries about the Innocence Project and watched movies like “Dark Waters” and “Erin Brockovich.” Helping people at this magnitude seemed so unattainable, so it was hard to picture what helping people would look like after three years in law school.
Presence: A Necessary Component of Strong Leadership
By: Captain Christopher Davis, USMC Chris Davis is presently a rising third-year law student and active-duty Marine Corps Officer attending school via a unique educational program offered… Read more “Presence: A Necessary Component of Strong Leadership”
Start Where You Stand
Sloane Davis, J.D. Hardwick-Woods Fellow, 2017-2018 When did you first recognize your capacity to be a leader? Did it take a defined leadership position or an award… Read more “Start Where You Stand”
Leading As Lawyers 