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UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA

JAMES E. ROGERS COLLEGE OF LAW


JUNE 28, 2023

Greetings,


This week, we feature 2023 LLM graduate Aidos Amirgaliyev, who shares about his experience as an international student and looks ahead to a career he hopes to pursue in immigration and criminal law.


Also learn about where you can read and hear the diverse perspectives of our faculty. And if you’re in the San Diego area, please come see the LawCat community at the CLE by the Sea program July 10. Meet current students, alumni and others at the annual Phoenix Mixer on August 1.

Until the footnotes,


Marc

FEATURE

Class of 2023: LLM Grad Looks to Future Practicing Law in New York, Helping Immigrants

Name: Aidos Amirgaliyev 

Degree: LLM 

Hometown: Astana, Kazakhstan 

Undergraduate Institution: KazGUU University 

Awards, Student Groups, Clinics, Journals, etc.: Bolashaq Scholarship. Member of LLM/SJD students association.  


What initially inspired you to attend law school, and has that changed over the course of your studies? In 2014 I had a 2-month internship at Arizona State University where my foreign advisor Professor David Kader explained and showed me how the U.S. legal system works. After this, I decided to return to the U.S. and obtain a law degree. In 2022, I earned the Bolashaq Scholarship from the Government of Kazakhstan, which covers all expenses of the student. Really, I am very grateful to my home country. 


Why did you choose University of Arizona Law for your LLM? The University of Arizona is a perfect place for international students. The whole application process is not complicated and if you have any questions or concerns during the application process there is always an advisor at the university who can quickly help you.  


What will you miss most about your time at University of Arizona Law? I will miss my international classmates from Bangladesh, Mexico, Qatar, Nigeria, Kenya, France, India and other countries, and local classmates from Arizona and other states, all faculty and staff of the university, advisors Ernestina Taleb and Professor Andrew Shepherd (BA ’11, JD ’17) Associate Dean Jason Kreag and Assistant Dean Willie Jordan-Curtis and all of the Law Library staff. 


What was your favorite law school experience or extracurricular activity, and why? My favorite law school experience is getting to read through interesting caselaw. I love reading cases and learning about how judges interpret their decisions. Another great experience was an international movie event about Kazakhstan where I acted as a moderator. This event was co-sponsored by the Cracchiolo Law Library, LLM Association, Global Programs and the Diversity Committee. Thanks to Professor Marcelo Rodriguez who helped with this event. 


What are you most proud of while at University of Arizona Law? That I met a lot of wonderful people. Every professor, faculty, staff and student is so generous and kind. Moreover, I am proud to be a part of LLM/SJD Student Association where we tried to help other international law students. 


What advice would you give to someone about to begin the LLM program? Go ahead. Do not be shy. Even if you do not know something just ask a professor, classmate, advisor. Also, I would recommend connecting with LLM/SJD Student Association. 


Are there any particular issues or causes within the legal system that you are passionate about or want to address in your career? I am thinking about immigration and crimmigration law. These areas of law are close to me. I used to practice Criminal Procedure Law in Kazakhstan. Also being an international student I deeply understand the main issues for immigrants in the U.S. 


What are your future career plans? I would like to pass the bar exam in New York and be a successful attorney in Big Law. 


Message for your fellow Class of 2023: I wish everyone reaches all their goals and be happy and healthy.

AROUND THE COLLEGE

Faculty Speaking and Writing Highlights

University of Arizona Law faculty can frequently be found in prominent journals, on panels, on podcasts and more.


Learn more in this month’s “For the Record” faculty scholarship newsletter. Some recent highlights are below.

Sepe Writes on Culture of Fragility  

Professor of Law and Finance Simone Sepe authored a web-exclusive article titled “Culture of Fragility,” for First Things, a journal of religion and public life. Sepe writes how he has noticed a new “culture of fragility among fellow academics in recent years,” which he believes “stifles open dialogue and hinders collective decision-making” threatening educators’ ability to prepare students to navigate the complexities of reality. 

Dubovec Discusses Factoring in the UAE on Trade Finance Talks Podcast 


Marek Dubovec, director at the International Law Institute and professor of practice, spoke to the Trade Finance Global podcast titled “Trade Finance Talks” to break down the intricacies of factoring, a financial transaction in which a business sells its accounts receivable (i.e., invoices) to a third party (called a factor) at a discount, and to provide an overview of the UAE law. Listen to the podcast here.  

Woods Joins Webinar on LGBTQ+ Youth and the Child Welfare System 


On May 11, Professor of Law Jordan Blair Woods joined a panel organized by the Center of Excellence on LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity and the Global Health Justice Partnership on LGBTQ+ Youth. The event featured current research on the needs, issues and structural barriers facing LGBTQ+ youth in the child welfare system. It also highlighted avenues for future research, improved care and evidence-based advocacy to ensure LGBTQ+ youth have access to necessary care for thriving in natal or new family settings.

Coan’s Dobbs Essay Highlighted by Leading Constitutional Scholars  


Milton O. Riepe Chair in Constitutional Law Andrew Coan’s recent article “What Is the Matter with Dobbs?” received a strong recommendation from Julian Davis Mortenson, James G. Phillipp Professor of Law at the University of Michigan Law School. Posted to SSRN this past December, the article argues that the appropriate response to decisions like Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization is to criticize the moral judgments underlying them. University of Minnesota Law School professor Alan Rozenshtein also endorsed the article, saying “Seriously, everyone should read this fabulous paper by Andrew Coan.” 

Subscribe to “For the Record”

See You at CLE by the Sea?

Join Arizona Law and fellow alumni at the Hotel Del Coronado this July. We will be hosting a reception during the State Bar of Arizona’s annual CLE by the Sea. We are excited to be holding this event with the ASU Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law.


What: CLE by the Sea Alumni Reception

When: Monday, July 10, 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Where: Sun Deck Bar & Grill at the Hotel Del Coronado, Coronado, CA

RSVP

Register for 2023 Summer Interview Programs

The University of Arizona Law Career Development Office (“CDO”) invites employers to its summer interview programs for Arizona Law 2Ls and 3Ls.


We are excited to host in-person interviewing in downtown Phoenix at the Phoenix Bioscience Core Monday, July 31 through Wednesday, August 2. We will also provide virtual interviewing Thursday, August 3 and Friday, August 4 for those who prefer an online option.


Employers can register online on CareerCAT until July 1 or can contact the CDO to request late registration. 


Employers can request to interview students for a half or full day. The CDO will schedule 20-minute interview slots. The CDO will collect application materials for your review, and you will select in advance the applicants you would like to interview.


If you are unable to participate the week of July 31st, contact the CDO about a resume collection or post an opportunity to the CareerCAT job board and schedule interviews at your convenience.


As always, there is no cost to participate.


Contact the CDO at law-careers@arizona.edu or 520-621-7668.

Join Us for Phoenix Mixer August 1

Arizona Law employers, alumni and friends are invited to network with Arizona Law students and administrators in Phoenix during summer interview week. Appetizers and drinks will be provided.


When: Tuesday, August 1, 5-7 p.m.

Where: AC Hotel Phoenix Downtown, 414 North 5th Street, Phoenix, Arizona

RSVP

IN THE NEWS

Supreme Court rules the US is not required to ensure access to water for the Navajo Nation

The Conversation, featuring Robert Glennon


'Water is a human right': Supreme Court ruling in Navajo case disappoints, angers people

The Arizona Republic, featuring Heather Whiteman Runs Him

Do You Have News?


Your success is the college’s success and we want to celebrate with you! If you have landed a new job, received an award or recognition, stepped into a leadership role or have good news in general, let us know.

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The reflections of Aidos Amirgaliyev give a window into the global character of our law community. The LLM program has been an important pathway for decades. Unlike some law schools, our LLM candidates are fully integrated into the graduate law classes and program where they can share their legal expertise and knowledge with other LLM, JD and SJD classmates.

Warmly,

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