ACS will host former prosecutor, J.P. Cooney, for a conversation on the politicization of the Department of Justice. J.P. was a career prosecutor in the Department, and during this event, he will speak about his experience there, both before and after President Trump as well as compare his experiences during President Trump's first term and his second. Additionally, he will speak broadly about the consequences on the law of allowing politics into the DOJ, using the recent resignations and indictments as case studies.
ACS Minnesota: Upholding the Rule of Law – A Special Event with the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office
Please join the Minnesota Lawyer Chapter of the American Constitution Society for a special event featuring the Rule of Law team from the Minnesota Attorney General's Office to discuss Minnesota's affirmative and defensive litigation against the Trump administration, trends in the litigation, and emerging issues.
Featuring:
Liz Kramer, Minnesota Solicitor General
Brian Carter, Special Counsel, Rule of Law, Office of the Minnesota Attorney General
Lindsey Middlecamp, Special Counsel, Rule of Law, Office of the Minnesota Attorney General
Joe Richie, Special Counsel, Rule of Law, Office of the Minnesota Attorney General
Doors open at 11:45 a.m.
Lunch will be provided by Lockridge Grindal Nauen PLLP!
The State of Immigration Law in America
Co-sponsored event with LALSA focusing on the general state of immigration law and the intricacies of the due process clause as it relates to undocumented people (i.e. the difference between an administrative and judicial warrant, the visa process, etc.) with Becky VonTrapp, Brett Stokes, and alumni from the Vermont Asylum Project as speakers.
WashU Law - Sustaining the Advocate: Mental Health in the Legal Profession
Featuring Professor Katie Ciorba VonDeLinde of the Brown School of Social Work, alongside an experienced practicing attorney, the discussion will highlight the unique stressors lawyers face and practical strategies for building resilience.
In addition to addressing burnout prevention and work–life balance, the speakers will discuss the phenomenon of “sliming”—when advocates absorb the stress, trauma, or emotional weight of their clients’ experiences.
Students will leave with insights on recognizing and navigating these challenges, as well as the value of supportive communities, healthy boundaries, and sustainable practices. Lunch will be served.
Schoolhouse Interrogations in Wisconsin: State v. K.R.C. Amici Panel
On Tuesday, Nov. 4, the American Constitution Society (ACS) and Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Law Students (WACDLS) will host a panel to discuss State v. K.R.C., a case the Wisconsin Supreme Court about when children who are interrogated in school are "in custody" for Miranda purposes. Lunch will be provided!
Oral arguments for State v. K.R.C. will take place on Oct. 27. Our three panelists each wrote amicus briefs in the case.
Rachel Burg is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin Law School and Director of the Wisconsin Innocence Project at the Frank J. Remington Center.
Zoe Engberg is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin Law School and Director of the Criminal Defense & Youth Advocacy Clinic. Professor Engberg has also taught in the Wisconsin Innocence Project and Second Look clinics.
Bridget Lavender is a Staff Attorney with the State Democracy Research Initiative. She was previously a Skadden Fellow with the ACLU’s State Supreme Court Initiative.
ACS at Georgetown Law: November General Body Meeting and Fall Celebration
ACS invites all students to join us for our November General Body Meeting, followed by a fall cookie exchange and mini pumpkin painting! McD 160, Tuesday, November 4th, 6:00pm. Contact georgetownacs@georgetown.edu for accommodations or questions.