Bravo to our own, much-missed Mark Bell!

See here, here, and here. Way to go, Mark!

(Posted by Prof. Rapoport)

For some law school survival skills, check out the Law School Academic Support Blog

In addition to our very own Academic Success Program, which is great, you might want to check out the Law School Academic Support Blog, which has common-sense posts like this one (here).
(Posted by Nancy Rapoport)

The RELS Welcome: Paula Gentile

The RELS, together with Career Services, welcome Paula Gentile this Tuesday (2/10) at 12:10 in rm 102. Ms. Gentile is senior VP and general counsel of MGM Mirage's risk management division. She is responsible for insurance procurement, risk management, liability claims, claims-related litigation, workers compensation and safety for all properties of the gaming, resort and entertainment company. She arranges insurance and risk management programs for all company construction projects. Gentile was elected chairwoman of the Article 6 Commission, a group formed last fall by Supreme Court Chief Justice Bob Rose. Article 6 is the section of the state constitution that pertains to judicial matters. Yes, Chili's will be served so come early.

Appropos of the state's proposed budget cuts

You might want to click on this poll (here) and vote.

(Posted by Prof. Rapoport)

Bankruptcy Writing Competition

See here for more info. You should consider doing this competition--it's good practice; you might win $$$; and you'll network like mad.

Good Luck With Finals!

The Clash of the Economic Titans

On 11/10 beginning at noon in room 102 the Gordon & Silver Lecture Series presents the Honorable Ronald Cass, Dr. R. Keith Schwer, and our very own Professor Rapoport. The crux of the discussion will deal with the current economic crisis. Lunch will be provided courtesy of Chilis.

You're Hired!

Attention 2L's & 3L part-timers. The Trump Organization seeks a highly qualified law student for either a full time or part time internship position. The candidate will work out of the company’s offices in Las Vegas and will report directly to the Assistant General Counsel in New York. Daily assignments will include legal research and writing, administration and organization of matters and interfacing with both in house and outside legal counsel. Ability to work independently and interest in real estate development are a must. Visit simplicity for more info.

Deja Enron All Over Again

Read Professor Rapoport's insightful op-eds piece in the Jurist here.

RIP Lefty

Gaming legend, book-maker, and all around ego-maniac; Frank "Lefty" Rosenthal has died. Mr. Rosenthal passed away in his home in Florida last Monday on account of natural causes. He will leave a quasi-legacy, State v. Rosenthal (1977) is a landmark case in gaming law. However most will remember "Lefty" or "Ace" (as he liked to be referred as) from the movie Casino where Robert DeNiro played a trumped up version of him. I was in contact with Frank through his website www.frank777.com and was in the process of writing a paper for my gaming law class that involved his fight with the Nevada Gaming Commission. Anyone have any suggestions for a new topic? Read all about Lefty in the RJ.

Greed

With most topics of conversation revolving around budget cuts, bailouts, and foreclosures, many are asking if anything will save us. A few thoughts about greed from economist Milton Friedman and from the Movie Wall Street, my favorite 80's greed monger Gordon Gekko.

Swinging Is Not Just For Kids

The Gordon Silver Lecture Series event featuring Clark County Commissioner Rory Reid was a great success. A few of you have asked what I was referring to when I mentioned that my favorite episode of Clark County Television features Commissioner Reid denying a business license for a swingers club called Sextasy. Read all about it here.