Moritz College of Law - Alumni Relations: This Month @ Moritz (August, 2007)

Issue 58: August, 2007
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David Alexander ’78: His Journey from Public Service to International Arbitration

Working as an intern in the Office of the Public Defender in Springfield, Ohio, and as a young lawyer in the New Hampshire Legal Assistance Program, David Alexander ’78 never expected that his career path would lead him to countries such as China, France and England. Most days, Dave finds himself here in Columbus in the thick of business litigation. But his work with the International Chamber of Commerce Court of Arbitration takes him around the world. (Read More)

For Professional and Personal Endeavors, Passion is Key for Anthony Sharett ’02

When you look at the list of programs to which Anthony Sharett ’02 has volunteered his time and insight, many people would quickly guess that he graduated from law school decades ago. Yet Anthony is just beginning his career. Through his intense desire to better himself and to help others, he has only just scratched the surface of what he’s capable of accomplishing. (Read More)

Sarah Biehl ’03: Big Plans to Help Chicago’s Teenagers

In order for Sarah Biehl ’03 to get to her high school legal clinic at North Lawndale College Preparatory Charter High School in Chicago, she walked down West 16th Avenue past crowds of teenagers. She began to wonder, “How can I get those kids to come talk to me?” This question led to a new idea taking shape in Sarah’s mind. As her funding for the innovative high school legal clinic came to an end, she has been considering how to reach out to even more teenagers across inner-city Chicago. (Read More)

Carly Hammond ’06: Mastering the Art of Representation

Right-brain rationality and left-brain creativity may seem at odds, but if one is blessed with both, it opens up a whole world of possibilities. For Carly Hammond, her love of art now informs her work in intellectual property, entertainment, trademark and patent law for Lott & Friedland in Miami. (Read More)

Moritz Alumni Receive Top University Staff Honors

The University’s highest honor for non-teaching employees, the Distinguished Staff Award, was presented to 12 individuals in June. Recipients were selected because of their contributions to the quality of life for all people they encounter at work, including university colleagues, students and members of the community. We are proud to announce that two Moritz Law alumni were among the honorees: Brad Myers ’80 and Kathryn Haller ’75. (Read More)

Firm Support for New Fundraising Challenge

This year, alumni and law firms are joining forces to build an even stronger OSU Moritz College of Law community. They will be participating in the newly created program called the Law Firm Challenge. (Read More)

A Capitol Gathering in DC: Reception on August 8

Alumni and students—including those attending the DC job fair—are invited to Squire Sanders & Dempsey by host Alan Briggs ’67 to a reception on August 8 at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy food, friends and the company of special guests Associate Dean Josh Stulberg and Professor Emeritus Larry Herman. For questions or to RSVP, please contact Laura Landy Carr at 614-292-2937.

Big Apple Happening: Reception on August 9

For the first time since 2001, Moritz Law brings the festivities to New York City. On the eve of the first New York job fair, alumni and students are invited to a reception on August 9 at 6:00 p.m., hosted by Cleary Gottlieb at the firm. Dean Nancy Rogers and Cleary hosts Andrew Weaver ’02, Anne French Thidemann ’03, Patrick Hurford ’06, Jessica Clarke ’08 and Ben Leffler ’08 encourage you to come for good food and conversation. For questions or to RSVP, please contact Laura Landy Carr at 614-292-2937.

Together in the Windy City: Reception on August 15

On the evening before the job fair, Chicago-area alumni and students are invited to attend a reception at Osteria Via Stato, 620 N. State Street, at 5:30 p.m. on August 15. Visit with Dean Nancy Rogers, reconnect with old friends, and enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks. For questions or to RSVP, please contact Carrie Brady at 614-292-0601.

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