February 25, 2026

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm, Eastern Time

From Law School to Chambers: Judicial Careers and Clerking

University of Kentucky College of Law Building, Lexington, KY

This event offers a focused discussion on the path from law school to a career in the judiciary. The panelists: E.D. KY District Judge Karen K. Caldwell, E.D. KY Magistrate Judge Matthew A Stinnett, and former Chief Justice of the KY Supreme Court Laurance B Vanmeter join us to share insights on the clerkship application process, life in chambers, and the skills that make candidates stand out. The panel is primarily geared to 1L and 2L students and is cohosted with the Kentucky Law Journal and the Federalist Society.