July Bar Exam Coaching with the BBA – Call for Law Student Participants

The BBA is inviting all law students who are taking the July bar exam and are interested in coaching support from attorneys in the community as they prep for the Bar Exam to sign up for this coaching program. In addition to coaching and a print guide to exam preparation, we will offer bi-weekly video updates to applicants and coaches that will include special study tips as applicants progress toward the exam.

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July Bar Exam Coaching with the BBA – Upcoming Trainings Deadline to sign up May 22, 2015

The BBA is again seeking attorneys who wish to work with students preparing for the MA Bar Exam. Coaches are not expected to answer substantive law questions, rather, they will be trained to offer guidance on: mental preparation, confidence, study tips, time & stress management, and dealing with anxiety. Coaches will communicate with bar applicants primarily by e-mail, but they may also communicate by phone or in person. Training will be provided.

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BBA – Affinity Bar Mixer – May 28, 2015

The BBA's Diversity & Inclusion Section - welcomes members (and friends!) of AALAM, MAHA, the MA LGBTQ Bar Association, MBLA, MBWA and SABA GB to mix, mingle and celebrate! Beer, wine, and hors d’oeuvres will be provided. When: Thursday, May 28, 2015 6:00PM to 8:00PM Where: Boston Bar Association 16 Beacon Street Boston, MA

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Mother Caroline Academy Mentoring Program- Women’s Networking and Recruitment Event – June 17, 2015

All are invited to join current Mentors, friends of Mother Caroline Academy, community leaders, and interested Mentors for an evening of conversation, canapé, and cocktails at Ester. The purpose of this event is for MCA to show appreciation for current mentors, and recruit new mentors and volunteers for the upcoming academic year. When: Wednesday, June 17, 2015 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EDT) Where: Ester 2261 Dorchester Avenue Dorchester Center, MA 02124

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Mother Caroline Academy Mentoring Program- Women's Networking and Recruitment Event – June 17, 2015

All are invited to join current Mentors, friends of Mother Caroline Academy, community leaders, and interested Mentors for an evening of conversation, canapé, and cocktails at Ester. The purpose of this event is for MCA to show appreciation for current mentors, and recruit new mentors and volunteers for the upcoming academic year. When: Wednesday, June 17, 2015 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EDT) Where: Ester 2261 Dorchester Avenue Dorchester Center, MA 02124

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BBA Event – Let’s Get Real 2015: Surviving and Succeeding as a Diverse Attorney in Boston – Thursday, June 18, 2015

The BBA presents: "Let's Get Real 2015: Surviving and Succeeding as a Diverse Attorney in Boston" an open and thought-provoking conversation about Boston's legal community and the hard questions and taboo topics that matter to Boston's diverse attorneys—but are seldom discussed. When: Thursday, June 18, 2015 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM Where: Boston Bar Association 16 Beacon Street, Boston, MA

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BBA Event – Let's Get Real 2015: Surviving and Succeeding as a Diverse Attorney in Boston – Thursday, June 18, 2015

The BBA presents: "Let's Get Real 2015: Surviving and Succeeding as a Diverse Attorney in Boston" an open and thought-provoking conversation about Boston's legal community and the hard questions and taboo topics that matter to Boston's diverse attorneys—but are seldom discussed. When: Thursday, June 18, 2015 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM Where: Boston Bar Association 16 Beacon Street, Boston, MA

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MBLA and WBA present a screening of the film “Anita: Speaking Truth to Power” – June 23, 2015

The Women’s Bar Association’s Women of Color Committee and the Massachusetts Black Lawyers Association Present A Film Screening of Anita: Speaking Truth to Power With Professor Charles J. Ogletree, Jr. of Harvard University Law School as Moderator. When: Tuesday, June 23, 2015 5:30 PM Where: Northeastern University School of Law 65 Forsyth Street, Boston

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MBLA and WBA present a screening of the film "Anita: Speaking Truth to Power" – June 23, 2015

The Women’s Bar Association’s Women of Color Committee and the Massachusetts Black Lawyers Association Present A Film Screening of Anita: Speaking Truth to Power With Professor Charles J. Ogletree, Jr. of Harvard University Law School as Moderator. When: Tuesday, June 23, 2015 5:30 PM Where: Northeastern University School of Law 65 Forsyth Street, Boston

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Street Renaming Ceremony in Honor of Chief Justice Ireland – June 30, 2015

The Massachusetts Black Judges Conference, the Massachusetts Black Lawyers Association and the Greater Springfield Chapter of Links, Inc. have successfully petitioned the City of Springfield to rename Terrence Street to Chief Justice Roderick L. Ireland Way. Please join us for the renaming ceremony! When: Tuesday, June 30, 2015 1:00pm Where: On Terrence Street In case of rain, the ceremony will be held at Third Baptist Church, 149 Walnut Street, Springfield, MA

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