
January 2017
Last Day to Drop/Add Classes
The last day to drop/add classes without incurring a penalty. Penalties will be assessed after this date.
Find out more »Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Classes will be cancelled today in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Find out more »February 2017
Breaking Down Barriers: The Keys to Overcoming Obstacles to Success
The Office of Student Affairs and Pro Bono Programs will be hosting their next Professionalism Seminar on Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at 3:30 p.m. in the Blackburn Conference Center. The event, "Breaking Down Barriers: The Keys to Overcoming Obstacles to Success," will feature speaker Justice Carol W. Hunstein. Please save the date and do not forget to wear your professional best.
Find out more »Prospective Student Open House
At Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School, our students come for law school but find a community. The Office of Admissions invites all students interested in pursuing a law degree to attend an Open House to experience our “community” firsthand. At the Open House, students will have the opportunity to learn more about the school, meet professors, students, and key staff. Prospective students can also expect an engaging mock class presentation taught by one of our faculty members. The Open House will…
Find out more »Family and Juvenile Law Society
The Family and Juvenile Law Society will be holding their Second General Body Meeting of Spring 2017 on February 21, 2017 from 12:45 - 1:30 p.m. for day students and 5:15 - 6:00 p.m. for evening students. Both meetings will be held in Room 201. Agenda: Meet and Greet; CASA Orientation Recap; Upcoming Events and Pro Bono Opportunities. Free food and drinks will be provided to those in attendance. If you cannot attend, but you are interested in becoming a…
Find out more »The Public Interest Law Society
Join the Public Interest Law Society for our next General Body Meeting on Wednesday February 22nd at 5:30 p.m. in Room 202. Email Alicia Thompson for more information.
Find out more »CLEO Road to Law School
The Council on Legal Education Opportunity ("CLEO") is a national organization that was founded in 1968 to expand opportunities for minority and low-income students to attend law school. CLEO is hosting Road to Law School seminar at AJMLS. In order to participate in the Seminar, you must be either a low-income, minority, or otherwise disadvantaged student. This is a one-day forum. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. Please click here to register. Join Cleo for a free pre-law…
Find out more »Midterm Exam Period
Where applicable, midterms will be administered during this period. Refer to your individual course syllabus.
Find out more »March 2017
So You Want to go to Law School, Now What?: Part 1
Are you interested in law school, but have no idea where to begin? Join this informative webinar to learn essential tips as you begin your journey towards earning your law degree. In the first installment of this two-part webinar series we will focus on undergraduate and post graduate work and preparing for the Law School Admissions Test. Be sure to bring a pen and paper to take notes! Click here to register. Reach out to the admissions@johnmarshall.edu with any questions…
Find out more »Solo Practitioners’ Law Society Presents Alumna Rebecca Sapp
Rebecca Sapp, of Rebecca Kay Sapp Law Firm, LLC will return to Atlanta's John Marshall Law School to share her story with the Solo Practitioners' Law Society. Her presentation will chronicle her law school journey from graduation to starting her own successful solo practice. Room 301 from 4:45 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. Pizza and soft drinks will be served. Students exiting class at 5:15 p.m. are welcome to arrive late. Questions? Contact President of SPLS, Randall Mixon
Find out more »GAWL Building a More Professional You
The Atlanta's John Marshall Law School chapter of GAWL invites students to their event: Building a More Professional You! During the event you will be able to get free, professional head shots that can be used for your LinkedIn Profile, business cards, etc. The later half of the event will host a short fashion show that highlights the Do's and Don'ts of Professional Attire. The advice used for the show has been retrieved from practitioners that see these problems every day. Food…
Find out more »Kaplan Bar Talk for May Graduates
Same Program, Offered at Two Times 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. AND 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Blackburn Conference Center, Seminar Room Learn the details of how to manage your upcoming Kaplan Bar Review course. Kaplan Regional Director, Aarti Surtani, will present and answer questions about schedules, books, location and services. Questions? Please contact the Office of Academic Achievement
Find out more »Spring Break
Week of Spring Break 2017. No regularly scheduled classes will be held during this time.
Find out more »March Georgia MPRE
The MPRE is administered by the National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE). The examination is administered three times per year at established test centers across the country. The purpose of the MPRE is to measure the applicant’s knowledge and understanding of established standards related to a lawyer's professional conduct. For MPRE Registration Information, go to the website of the National Conference of Bar Examiners. Regular registration deadline: January 26, 2017 Late registration deadline: February 2, 2017
Find out more »Pro Bono Anyone?
Join Family and Juvenile Law Society and Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, Int. at the Fulton County Superior Court Family Law Information Center to assist pro se clients with self-help forms and a group clinic (Friday only). Opportunities to volunteer include: Monday, March 20th - Thursday, March 23rd from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. and Friday, March 24th from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. To sign up for a date and time slot, please email…
Find out more »Street Law Program
Street Law Program at Booker T. Washington High School on March 20th, March 22nd and March 24th Arrival: 11:10 a.m. Departure: 1:50 p.m. There is still time to sign up for future classes! Use this link to sign up for classes.
Find out more »Family and Juvenile Law Society
Information Session Tuesday, March 21st from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. and 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Room 201
Find out more »Family and Juvenile Law Society General Body Meeting and CASA Informational
Third General Body Meeting of Spring 2017 Do you want to know more about Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)? Do you want to start the process of becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) as a law student? This informational orientation session will satisfy the first requirement of becoming involved with CASA (you will not have to do another orientation). 1L-4L students: this event will provide more information about available pro bono and community service hours. Light refreshments will be…
Find out more »Christian Legal Society
General Body Meeting March 22nd from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Room 201
Find out more »Latin American Law Student Association
Tabling 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Lobby
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