He will be missed. The Business Law Prof blog is very strong, but he was one of the sources of that strength, though of course it will continue excellently, etc. Here's Bainbridge, too.
At the request of Tom Rutledge, chair of the American Bar Association Section of Business Law's Committee on LLCs, Partnerships and Unincorporated Entities, I share this call for proposals. I presented The Limited Liability Partnership in Bankruptcy at this gathering in 2014, and I can guarantee it is the most engaged and informed audience I've been in and in front of in while.
While the dates are still being resolved, this October, 2016, the Committee of LLCs, Partnerships and Unincorporated Entities will again be sponsoring a two-day LLC Institute in Arlington, Virginia. This program brings together more than 100 high-level practitioners and academics to review a variety of issues involving the law of unincorporated business organizations. In recent years presentations have been made by Joan Heminway, Carter Bishop, Dan Kleinberger, Colin Marks, Michelle Harner and Benjamin Means. I think each will vouch for the quality of the program.
We are actively soliciting proposals for panels. If you are working on something, or if there is something you would like to discuss before an audience that I can guarantee will be “hot”, please let me know.
Thanks.
Tom Rutledge
[email protected]
Our own Lisa Fairfax has been nominated to fill an opening on the Securities and Exchange Commission. Congratulations, Lisa! Well done, President Obama! Now Senate, do your part.
See the story here.
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This is not a guest blogger announcement. This is an announcement that Conglomerate is adding a new permanent blogger to our ranks!! Please welcome Matt Bodie -- long-time friend of the Glom and long-time blogger at Prawfsblawg.
Matt is the Callis Family Professor of Law and Director of the Master of Science in Human Resources Program at St. Louis University School of Law. Matt has blogged for the past ten years at Prawfs, and you can read his farewell post here. The blawgosphere has changed a lot since 2005, but I definitely remember those early days fondly. Matt has been a big part of the law blog universe, and getting to know him and the other early bloggers was a big plus to starting Conglomerate. We are glad that he has decided to join us as we strive to remain relevant in the 2015 era.
Welcome, Matt!
Penn State has two openings, and something like one in every 720 Americans is an alum, which is one of my favorite statistics. Details after the jump.
Assistant/Associate Professor (2 positions)Job Posted: 05 August 2015
Company/University: Penn State
Closing Date: 01 October 2016
Two Positions, Assistant/Associate ProfessorLocation: University Park, PA Penn State, School of Labor and Employment Relations, University Park, PA The School of Labor and Employment Relations at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for two tenure-track or tenured faculty appointments at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank to begin August 2016. Applicants for the first position should have strong research and teaching interests and expertise in work and employment-related ethics and ethical decision-making and be able to contribute to the School’ commitment to place a greater emphasis on ethics in its curriculum. The candidate should also have additional expertise in at least one of the following areas--employment and labor law, employment/labor relations, or human resource management. Applicants for the second position should have strong research and teaching interests and expertise in one or more of the following areas--employment and labor law, employment/labor relations, or human resource management. Applicants should possess a terminal degree (Ph.D. or J.D.) in a relevant discipline. Candidates for the Assistant Professor rank must have completed all requirements for the terminal degree by the appointment date and possess significant research potential; candidates for the Associate Professor rank must have a strong research record. External funding potential will also be considered.The School of Labor and Employment Relations is a growing multidisciplinary program with strong B.A. and B.S. in Labor and Employment Relations (LER), M.S. and M.P.S. in Human Resources and Employment Relations (HRER), and M.P.S. in Labor and Global Workers’ Rights (LGWR) programs. We value a diversity of perspectives and backgrounds relevant to understanding the dynamics involving employees and workers in organizational, societal, and global contexts and strive for a collaborative, respectful, and multi-disciplinary environment. Candidates must submit a letter of application indicating which position or positions they wish to be considered for and a curriculum vita at: https://psu.jobs/job/58992 Additionally, all candidates should request letters from three references to be sent directly to Trisha Everhart, [email protected]. Review of application will begin on October 1, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled. |
The University of Richmond School of Law seeks to fill three entry-level tenure-track positions for the 2016-2017 academic year, including one in corporate/transactional law. Candidates should have outstanding academic credentials and show superb promise for top-notch scholarship and teaching. The University of Richmond, an equal opportunity employer, is committed to developing a diverse workforce and student body and to supporting an inclusive campus community. Applications from candidates who will contribute to these goals are strongly encouraged.
Inquiries and requests for additional information may be directed to Professor Jessica Erickson, Chair of Faculty Appointments, at[email protected].
They've got the details over at Business Law Prof Blog.
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After the jump, the NTT announcement.
Posting Title: LEO Lecturer I in Business Law
The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan invites applicants for a part-time LEO Lecturer I position in Business Law for the fall 2015 and winter 2016 semesters.
Job Duties:
Candidates will be expected to teach courses in business law at the undergraduate and possibly graduate levels.
Required Qualifications:
Qualified candidates must have an earned J.D. in from an ABA accredited law school with an excellent academic record and must demonstrate potential to be an outstanding teacher in business law courses. Preference will be given to candidates with significant professional experience as a lawyer and/or evidence of prior excellence in teaching.
How to Apply:
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Please also include evidence of teaching excellence and three references as subsequent pages after your cover letter and resume in a single document.
For Additional Information:
For more detailed descriptions of the Business Law Area, Ross School of Business, and the University of Michigan, please consult our websites:
Business Law Area: http://michiganross.umich.edu/faculty-research/areas-of-study/business-law
Ross School of Business: http://michiganross.umich.edu/
University of Michigan: www.umich.edu
Benefits Information: www.umich.edu/~benefits
Please contact Jackie Riecks via email with questions at [email protected]
Application Deadline:
Job openings are posted for a minimum of ten calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Union Affiliation/LEO:
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening:
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO AA Statement:
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Full time, but non tenure track. Details after the jump.
Job Title: Business Law: Full-time Term Faculty Position
# Positions: 1
Overview:
The Department of Accounting and Business Law at Quinnipiac University School of Business and Engineering invites applications for a Full-Time Term (non-tenure track) position in business law starting in August 2015. The position is renewable on an annual basis. The successful candidate should have a strong commitment to innovative teaching and student success.
Quinnipiac University is a thriving private university with 6,500 undergraduate and 2,500 graduate students, located in Hamden, Connecticut, approximately 90 minutes from New York City and two hours from Boston. Consistently ranked among the best universities by U.S. News & World Report and recently named one of the 2013 Great Colleges to Work For by The Chronicle of Higher Education, Quinnipiac offers 58 undergraduate majors and 20 graduate and professional programs, including those leading to degrees in both law and medicine. At the core of Quinnipiac is its commitment to teaching and collaboration. Quinnipiac fosters partnerships among students and with faculty; it is a spirited, welcoming campus.
Responsibilities:
Term faculty are expected to teach four courses each semester which may include on-site and on-line courses. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will have potential for applied or pedagogical research and a commitment to service including student advising.
Qualifications:
Earned J.D. degree from an ABA approved law school.
Relevant professional experience.
Teaching experience strongly preferred.
Quinnipiac University is only considering applicants who have valid authorization to work in the U.S., in this position, for the University. Quinnipiac University does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position.
TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically and should include a resume and a thoughtful cover letter describing your interest in the position, and explaining how your background and experience qualify you for this position, curriculum vitae, and copies of recent teaching evaluations. Contact information for three references must be submitted on the application form.
Consideration of candidates will begin upon receipt of applications and will continue until the position is filled.
Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity throughout the University community. We welcome candidates who would enhance that diversity. Quinnipiac offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit program.
Job Code: 2015-1655 http://careers.quinnipiac.edu/s/Job-Details/Business-Law-Full-time-Term-Faculty-Position-Job/Hamden-CT/Xjdp-cl290217-jf464-ct100800-jid43411216-coUS
From Verity Winship:
October 2-3, 2015, Boston University Law School
This annual workshop brings together scholars focused on corporate and securities litigation to present their works-in-progress. The papers may address any aspect of corporate and securities litigation or enforcement, including but not limited to securities class actions, fiduciary duty litigation, or comparative approaches to business litigation. We welcome scholars working in a variety of methodologies, including empirical analysis, law and economics or other fields, and traditional doctrinal analysis. Participants will generally be expected to have drafts completed by the fall, although work in a more formative stage may also be included. Each author will provide a brief introduction, but most of the time in each session will be devoted to collective discussion of the paper.
PAPER SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: If you are interested in participating in the conference, which will be held at Boston University Law School on October 2-3, 2015, please send an abstract or draft of the paper you would like to present to [email protected] no later than May 29, 2015. Please include your name, current position, and contact information in the e-mail accompanying the submission. Authors of accepted papers will be notified by June 30, 2015.
QUESTIONS: Any questions concerning the workshop should be directed to the organizers: Professor David Webber ([email protected]), Professor Jessica Erickson ([email protected]) and Professor Verity Winship ([email protected]).
Website here.
The Southeastern Association of Law Schools (SEALS) is pleased to once again offer its Prospective Law Professors Workshop as part of its annual meeting. This two-day workshop is for those seeking law teaching jobs in Fall 2015. The Prospective Law Professors Workshop will run on Tuesday, July 28, and Wednesday, July 29, at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. The workshop will include practice interviews, practice jobtalks, guidance on drafting CVs and FAR forms, and several panel discussions geared toward prospective law professors. There is no supplemental fee to participate. Participants in the workshop need only pay the standard SEALS registration fee. The number of participants will be limited. For more information on the program, including how to apply, please visit our website at http://sealslawschools.org/seals-prospective-law-professors-workshop/
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Ten years ago, on November 16, 2004 (Gordon's birthday), he and I joined forces and started blogging together here at Conglomerate. Most of you know the story, or here's our About page. Earlier that year, I had tried to rally a group blog together, and he was blogging alone. We decided to through our blogging lots in with one another, and the rest is history. I consider blogging with Gordon (and then Vic, Lisa, Fred, Usha, Dave and Erik) to be a privilege, honor and pleasure. I miss the fun days of the early blawgosphere when commercial and commercial-ized blogs were mere rumors, and we read and linked to each other early and often. The issues and concerns that were raised back then seem almost quaint now. The false dichotomy of blogging v. scholarship has been proven, and the spectre of untenured bloggers being fired never quite came to be. Long-form scholarship still has its detractors, but was not displaced by short-form bloggership. The bottom line for me is that blogging continues to be a way for scholars from different disciplines and different geographical areas to engage in real-time discourse and easily make connections, which is even more important in this age of dwindling travel budgets. Finally, it's hard to remember the last ten years of the blawgosphere without recognizing Larry Ribstein and Dan Markel, two pioneers of blogging who are sorely missed. Two people that I met on the internet.
Here is a photo taken in January 2007 with a quorum of Glommers and Friends of the Glom:
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For the next couple of weeks, we'll have the chance to hear from two law professors who, like me, are posted at business schools, David Orozco at Florida State and Robert Bird at UConn. They've got an interesting collaboration going on corporate legal strategy, and other subjects of note as well. So welcome David and Robert!
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Many of you may remember that a year ago this month, I won the New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest.
I was very excited. Then, my husband told me that I was due a prize for this noble honor. Embedded in the rules for the contest is this paragraph:
The Qualified Winner of each Cartoon Caption Contest will receive a print of the cartoon, with the caption, signed by the artist who drew the cartoon (the “Prize”). If the winner cannot be contacted or does not respond within three (3) days, an alternate winner may be selected, and awarded to the person whose caption received the next greatest number of votes. The approximate retail value of the Prize is $250. Income and other taxes, if any, are the sole responsibility of the winner.
I was not alerted to this by my contact at the New Yorker. Let's call him "M." M emailed me to tell me that I was a finalist, and asked for my address and agreement, which I gave him immediately via email. After I won, I emailed him and asked about my prize. He said the NY was backed up and to remind him in 3 months if I had not heard from him. As you might imagine, I emailed him again on Jan. 8, and he said give him another month. I emailed him again on Feb. 3, and got the same reply. I emailed him again on Mar. 30, but this time his email bounced back. I then tried to email the New Yorker via the "Contact Us" interface and never heard back from anyone.
I then even emailed The Haggler at the New York Times, but I guess he's too busy fixing other people's bills. Today, I tried calling different numbers at Conde Nast, including the NY headquarter number which is eternally busy. Finally, I was given a number that ended in a human's voicemail. I left a message, but I am not hopeful.
If anyone knows someone at the New Yorker who can get me my prize, please let me know!
UPDATE: Right after I posted this, an awesome editor at the caption contest emailed me to say that would send asap. Unfortunately, the email went to my old UI email address, so I can't reply. I tweeted the editor, so maybe we will connect. Here's to social media! BTW, if you need my new email it's [email protected] or [email protected].
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We are pleased to welcome Sung Hui Kim of the UCLA School of Law as a guest blogger for the next two weeks. Sung is Professor of Law and Director of the General Counsel Initiative, Lowell Milken Institute for Business Law and Policy at UCLA. She has taught Business Associations, Contracts, Professional Responsibility, and Securities Regulation, among other things, and her current research interests lie at the intersections of professional responsibility, securities regulation, and corporate governance. I am particularly fond of her recent papers on insider trading, which you can find here and here. Welcome, Sung!
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