BOOKSTORE CLOSURE 6/19-7/6
IMPORTANT STORE CLOSURE ANNOUNCEMENT: The Bookstore will be closed for all business (including online orders) from June 19-July 6th. We will resume summer hours and all operations on Monday, July 7. Any online orders placed during the closure WILL NOT be filled until we return on July 7th.
June Family Forms Clinic
Bay Area Legal Services’ Volunteer Lawyers Program is seeking law student volunteers to participate in the Family Forms Clinic at the George Edgecomb Courthouse in downtown Tampa (800 E Twiggs St, Tampa, FL 33602).
The Family Forms Clinic is a free program that provides assistance to people representing themselves in family law cases in Hillsborough County. As a student volunteer, you will help pro se family law litigants complete family law forms. No experience or expertise is needed. All hours are eligible for legal pro bono.
In June, the clinic will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10am-2pm. Once you select the dates you’d like to attend, you will receive an email confirming your selected dates. Sign-up for 1 or more clinic dates here. You can sign up for as many available dates as you’d like.
June Family Forms Clinic
Bay Area Legal Services’ Volunteer Lawyers Program is seeking law student volunteers to participate in the Family Forms Clinic at the George Edgecomb Courthouse in downtown Tampa (800 E Twiggs St, Tampa, FL 33602).
The Family Forms Clinic is a free program that provides assistance to people representing themselves in family law cases in Hillsborough County. As a student volunteer, you will help pro se family law litigants complete family law forms. No experience or expertise is needed. All hours are eligible for legal pro bono.
In June, the clinic will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10am-2pm. Once you select the dates you’d like to attend, you will receive an email confirming your selected dates. Sign-up for 1 or more clinic dates here. You can sign up for as many available dates as you’d like.
BALS 2025 Summer Intern & Law Clerk Program
Bay Area Legal Services has officially rolled out their Summer Intern and Paid Law Clerk Program.
They are currently seeking applicants for both roles:
- Summer Interns: Candidates should be rising 2Ls or higher.
- Law Clerks: Looking for 3Ls or recent graduates who are qualified and eager to gain practical legal experience.
The program will run for 10 weeks, from June 2 through August 8, 2025. See the below flyer for additional details and application instructions.
Bay Area Legal Services Legal Intern Program
Pro Bono Opportunity: Sealing & Expungement
Date: Thursday, May 22
Time: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: James B. Sanderlin Center (2335 22nd Ave S), St. Petersburg, FL
The Community Law Program is seeking three law student volunteers to assist individuals seeking to expunge or seal their criminal records. Student volunteers will help community members fill out the necessary forms.
This is a valuable opportunity to engage with the community, gain hands-on experience with the expungement and sealing process, and support access to justice for those seeking a second chance.
No prior experience required.
To express interest, contact Associate Director Stephanie Storke at [email protected].
Pro Bono Opportunity: Sealing & Expungement
Date: Thursday, May 22
Time: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: James B. Sanderlin Center (2335 22nd Ave S), St. Petersburg, FL
The Community Law Program is seeking three law student volunteers to assist individuals seeking to expunge or seal their criminal records. Student volunteers will help community members fill out the necessary forms.
This is a valuable opportunity to engage with the community, gain hands-on experience with the expungement and sealing process, and support access to justice for those seeking a second chance.
No prior experience required.
To express interest, contact Associate Director Stephanie Storke at [email protected].
BALS 2025 Summer Intern & Law Clerk Program
Bay Area Legal Services has officially rolled out their Summer Intern and Paid Law Clerk Program.
They are currently seeking applicants for both roles:
- Summer Interns: Candidates should be rising 2Ls or higher.
- Law Clerks: Looking for 3Ls or recent graduates who are qualified and eager to gain practical legal experience.
The program will run for 10 weeks, from June 2 through August 8, 2025. See the below flyer for additional details and application instructions.
May Family Forms Clinic Sign-Up
Bay Area Legal Services’ Volunteer Lawyers Program is seeking law student volunteers to participate in the Family Forms Clinic at the George Edgecomb Courthouse in downtown Tampa (800 E Twiggs St, Tampa, FL 33602).
The Family Forms Clinic is a free program that provides assistance to people representing themselves in family law cases in Hillsborough County. As a student volunteer, you will help pro se family law litigants complete family law forms. No experience or expertise is needed. All hours are eligible for legal pro bono.
Throughout May, the clinic will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10am-2pm. Once you select the dates you’d like to attend, you will receive an email confirming your selected dates. Sign-up for 1 or more clinic dates here. You can sign up for as many available dates as you’d like.
May Family Forms Clinic Sign-Up
Bay Area Legal Services’ Volunteer Lawyers Program is seeking law student volunteers to participate in the Family Forms Clinic at the George Edgecomb Courthouse in downtown Tampa (800 E Twiggs St, Tampa, FL 33602).
The Family Forms Clinic is a free program that provides assistance to people representing themselves in family law cases in Hillsborough County. As a student volunteer, you will help pro se family law litigants complete family law forms. No experience or expertise is needed. All hours are eligible for legal pro bono.
Throughout May, the clinic will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10am-2pm. Once you select the dates you’d like to attend, you will receive an email confirming your selected dates. Sign-up for 1 or more clinic dates here. You can sign up for as many available dates as you’d like.
May Family Forms Clinic Sign-Up
Bay Area Legal Services’ Volunteer Lawyers Program is seeking law student volunteers to participate in the Family Forms Clinic at the George Edgecomb Courthouse in downtown Tampa (800 E Twiggs St, Tampa, FL 33602).
The Family Forms Clinic is a free program that provides assistance to people representing themselves in family law cases in Hillsborough County. As a student volunteer, you will help pro se family law litigants complete family law forms. No experience or expertise is needed. All hours are eligible for legal pro bono.
Throughout May, the clinic will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10am-2pm. Once you select the dates you’d like to attend, you will receive an email confirming your selected dates. Sign-up for 1 or more clinic dates here. You can sign up for as many available dates as you’d like.
May Family Forms Clinic Sign-Up
Bay Area Legal Services’ Volunteer Lawyers Program is seeking law student volunteers to participate in the Family Forms Clinic at the George Edgecomb Courthouse in downtown Tampa (800 E Twiggs St, Tampa, FL 33602).
The Family Forms Clinic is a free program that provides assistance to people representing themselves in family law cases in Hillsborough County. As a student volunteer, you will help pro se family law litigants complete family law forms. No experience or expertise is needed. All hours are eligible for legal pro bono.
Throughout May, the clinic will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10am-2pm. Once you select the dates you’d like to attend, you will receive an email confirming your selected dates. Sign-up for 1 or more clinic dates here. You can sign up for as many available dates as you’d like.
Robert A. Butterworth Public Service Scholarship
The scholarship is open to rising third year law students. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in public service and have a minimum 3.0 grade-point-average at the time he or she submits the application. The overall academic achievement of each applicant will be a considered in awarding the scholarship. Applicants must also describe a need for the scholarship, though tax records and other financial documents are not required.
To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must complete the scholarship application form with the following attachments:
- Official law school transcript,
- Resume,
- 500-word personal essay that describes your commitment to and motivation for pursuing a career in public service.
- At least one letter of recommendation from an individual familiar with the candidate’s public service background and aspirations, and
- Legal writing sample.
Applications are due May 1st. Learn more and apply HERE.
May Family Forms Clinic Sign-Up
Bay Area Legal Services’ Volunteer Lawyers Program is seeking law student volunteers to participate in the Family Forms Clinic at the George Edgecomb Courthouse in downtown Tampa (800 E Twiggs St, Tampa, FL 33602).
The Family Forms Clinic is a free program that provides assistance to people representing themselves in family law cases in Hillsborough County. As a student volunteer, you will help pro se family law litigants complete family law forms. No experience or expertise is needed. All hours are eligible for legal pro bono.
Throughout May, the clinic will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10am-2pm. Once you select the dates you’d like to attend, you will receive an email confirming your selected dates. Sign-up for 1 or more clinic dates here. You can sign up for as many available dates as you’d like.
Robert A. Butterworth Public Service Scholarship
The scholarship is open to rising third year law students. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in public service and have a minimum 3.0 grade-point-average at the time he or she submits the application. The overall academic achievement of each applicant will be a considered in awarding the scholarship. Applicants must also describe a need for the scholarship, though tax records and other financial documents are not required.
To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must complete the scholarship application form with the following attachments:
- Official law school transcript,
- Resume,
- 500-word personal essay that describes your commitment to and motivation for pursuing a career in public service.
- At least one letter of recommendation from an individual familiar with the candidate’s public service background and aspirations, and
- Legal writing sample.
Applications are due May 1st. Learn more and apply HERE.
Brunch with the Bosses – Government Law Event
Robert A. Butterworth Public Service Scholarship
The scholarship is open to rising third year law students. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in public service and have a minimum 3.0 grade-point-average at the time he or she submits the application. The overall academic achievement of each applicant will be a considered in awarding the scholarship. Applicants must also describe a need for the scholarship, though tax records and other financial documents are not required.
To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must complete the scholarship application form with the following attachments:
- Official law school transcript,
- Resume,
- 500-word personal essay that describes your commitment to and motivation for pursuing a career in public service.
- At least one letter of recommendation from an individual familiar with the candidate’s public service background and aspirations, and
- Legal writing sample.
Applications are due May 1st. Learn more and apply HERE.
Family Law Advice Clinic – Volunteers Needed
Bay Area Legal Services and the Hillsborough County Bar Association are seeking student volunteers for a Family Law Advice clinic on April 17 from 12-4:30pm. Students will assist with set-up, notetaking, and directing people to the correct table. This event will take place on the 6th floor of the George Edgecomb Courthouse in the Judicial Conference Room. Sign up HERE.
SLR Student Article Publication Solicitation
Stetson Law Review is looking for student articles to publish in forthcoming issues of the journal! This is an opportunity to submit your completed student articles for review by the Student Article Publication Committee on SLR, which selects student article submissions for publication. Student articles or manuscripts written for a seminar class, an independent research project, or a law review writing credit are all eligible for submission. Though shorter works are eligible, please keep in mind that submissions less than thirty pages or lacking compliance with relevant citation manuals will typically not be selected for publication. If you are interested, please send your completed student articles to [email protected] with the subject line “Student Article Publication Submission” for review by the Student Article Publication Committee. The deadline for submission is April 29th at 11:59pm. This is an incredible opportunity for publication, so we highly recommend you submit all your amazing articles to us for consideration!
Hillsborough Association for Women Lawyers Scholarship – April 14 Deadline
Robert A. Butterworth Public Service Scholarship
The scholarship is open to rising third year law students. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in public service and have a minimum 3.0 grade-point-average at the time he or she submits the application. The overall academic achievement of each applicant will be a considered in awarding the scholarship. Applicants must also describe a need for the scholarship, though tax records and other financial documents are not required.
To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must complete the scholarship application form with the following attachments:
- Official law school transcript,
- Resume,
- 500-word personal essay that describes your commitment to and motivation for pursuing a career in public service.
- At least one letter of recommendation from an individual familiar with the candidate’s public service background and aspirations, and
- Legal writing sample.
Applications are due May 1st. Learn more and apply HERE.
Brunch with the Bosses – Government Law Event
Brunch with the Bosses – Government Law Event
Pro Bono Opportunity: Disaster Preparedness Event
Bay Area Legal Services is seeking law student volunteers to assist with a Disaster Preparedness Event at the Enoch Davis Center. This is a great opportunity to engage with the community and support efforts to improve disaster readiness. Students will assist with event set-up and help ensure the event runs smoothly.
Event Details:
Thursday, April 10
3:00 – 7:00 PM
Enoch D. Davis Center, 1111 18th Ave S, St. Petersburg
To sign up, please email Stephanie Storke at [email protected].
RSVP Now – Public Interest Fellowships Info Session
Join Career Development and the Social Justice Advocacy Concentration for an information session on post-graduate fellowship opportunities. Post-graduate fellowships are a primary launch pad for graduating law students to enter public interest and public service careers. Learn about different opportunities, the application process, and how these programs can help you enter the public interest field. This information session is ideal for 1Ls and 2Ls looking to plan ahead, but all students are welcome to attend. Lunch will be provided. RSVP HERE.
Thursday, April 10
12:00-1:00pm
Room SC-201