AALAM's summer season has been highlighted by the annual AALAM Summer Associates Reception, held on July 12 at Hale and Dorr LLP. AALAM members, including Massachusetts Appeals Court Justice Fernande R.V. Duffly, welcome over 20 Asian American summer associates and summer interns working in Boston this summer. Over lunch, the law students received an introduction to AALAM's programs, particularly its mentorship and scholarship programs. The event served as an opportunity to build stronger ties between AALAM and the future members of AALAM.

Over the summer the AALAM Board will be planning the upcoming year of events and would welcome advice and assistance. Any members who have ideas for programs or activities, or who are interested in taking an active role in the organization, should contact Perry Wu, President, at 617-526-6141, or any AALAM Board member. Be on the lookout for announcements about our next membership event in September 2000. Have a great summer!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

AALAM Committees Seek Members
AALAM is seeking interested members to join its Law Student Outreach / Scholarship Committee and its Communications Committee. The Law Student Outreach / Scholarship Committee oversees programs designed to assist law students, including the administration of the AALAM Scholarship, the AALAM membership program, and other new initiatives. If you are interested in joining this committee, contact Sam Kim at 617-350-6800 or dskim@lgu.com. The Communications Committee is responsible for production of the newsletter and will focus its efforts on developing electronic means of disseminating information to AALAM members, including establishment of an email distribution network and an AALAM website. For more information, contact Theodore Chuang at 617-748-3173 or theodore.chuang@usdoj.gov.

Judges Needed for Thomas Tang Moot Court Competition
NAPABA is seeking judges and brief graders for the annual Thomas Tang National Moot Court Competition. The Regional competition round will be hosted by Rutgers University School of Law in Newark, New Jersey on September 22-23, 2000. Interested attorneys or judges should contact Khizar A. Sheikh at Rutgers Law School at 732-740-2557 or at sheikh_k@hotmail.com.

NAPABA Law Foundation Seeks Scholarship Applications
The NAPABA Law Foundation is currently accepting applications for its 2000 NAPABA Law Foundation Scholarships. The Foundation is a non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization established by the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA). Each fall at the NAPABA Annual Convention, the Foundation awards scholarships to law students who demonstrate a commitment to serve or contribute to the Asian Pacific American community as future leaders. In 1999, the Foundation awarded a total of over $11,500 to four deserving law students. Applications and criteria are available at http://www.napaba.org/scholar.html. For more information, contact The NAPABA Law Foundation, Suite 500, 1717 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20006; Telephone: 202-974-1030; Fax: 202-974-1185; Email: foundation@napaba.org. Application Deadline: September 1, 2000.

Asian American Policy Review Seeks Articles
The Asian American Policy Review is currently accepting submissions for its Tenth Volume, to be published in March 2001. The Review is a non-partisan academic journal, published annually by graduate students at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. It provides a national forum for addressing issues that concern Asian Pacific Americans and is a unique resource for practitioners, policymakers, and politicians.Selection Criteria: Among the principles followed in selecting papers for publication are: timeliness of the topic to current policy discussions; originality and thoroughness of research and ideas; cohesiveness; sophistication, and consistency of arguments; contribution to scholarship and policy making; style, tone, and coherence of language; overall effectiveness.Guidelines for Submission: (1) Articles must be original and unpublished; (2) commentaries should be 2000-3000 words; research articles should be 4000-7000 words; (3) a Microsoft Word disc copy and 5 hard copies of the manuscript, an abstract, brief biography, and the author's address and telephone number must be submitted; (4) citations must follow the Chicago Manual of Style; (50 send submissions to Asian American Policy Review, JFK School of Government, 79 John F. Kennedy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138; 617-496-8655; Fax: 617-495-9027; aapr@ksg.harvard.edu; www.ksg.harvard.edu/aapr.

AALAM Member Named Academic Associate Dean
AALAM Member Alfred C. Yen, a professor at Boston College Law School, has been appointed academic associate dean at Boston College Law School. He has been a member of the BC Law faculty for 13 years.

AALAM Member Named as One of The 100 Most Influential Lawyers
AALAM Member William F. Lee, the managing partners of Hale and Dorr LLP, has been named as one of "The 100 Most Influential Lawyers in America" by the National Law Journal. He was cited for leading his law firm to become nationally and internationally dominant technology and, locally, in pro bono services.

PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Executive Director, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association:
The National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) is seeking an Executive Director to work from its headquarters in Washington, D.C. The Executive Director will be responsible for fundraising for the organization; programs and policy, including working with the NAPABA Board and other APA and bar association on programming and legislative and policy efforts; and management and administration of NAPABA, including assisting with budget development, membership recruitment, correspondence, and event planning. Requirement: Leadership, communication, management, and administrative skills; ability to work effectively with NAPABA Board, committees, and members; demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to legal issues affecting the APA community; experience in non-profit fundraising and media/public relations; some travel required; J.D. strongly preferred. Application: Send a statement of interest, resume, and three work-related references to NAPABA Executive Director Search Committee, c/o Howard L. Halm, Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker LLP, 1055 W. Seventh Street, Suite 2700, Los Angeles, CA 90017; or by fax to (213) 624-8060.

Executive Director, Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence:
The Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence, a non-profit organization seeking to eliminate family violence and strengthen Asian families and communities, is seeking an Executive Director. For more information on the Task Force's mission, programs, and services, visit www.atask.org. Duties: The Executive Director will be responsible for overseeing a staff of 20 full-time employees and working with a nine-member Board of Directors. The organization has a budget of approximately $1 million. Key responsibility areas include strategic planning and development, program design and implementation, supervision, financial management, fundraising, board and policy development, marketing and public relations, and outreach and collaboration. Requirements: Minimum of three years of managerial experience; demonstrated ability to work with volunteers, community leaders, and diverse ethnic and cultural groups; knowledge of or experience in domestic violence or women's issues preferred; bilingual ability in an Asian language helpful; B.A. required, M.A. in management, social work/behavioral sciences, business, or related field preferred. Salary: Mid 40s-50s, depending on experience. Application: Send a cover letter and resume to Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence, P.O. Box 120108, Boston, MA 02112, Attn: Search Committee; Fax: (617) 338-2354; Email: asiandv@atask.org.

Law Clerk, Probate and Family Court:
The Massachusetts Probate and Family Court is hiring law clerks for the 2001-2002 term. Law clerks work simultaneously with several Justices and under the direct supervision of the Chief Justice and the Chief Law Clerk. Law clerks conduct research, write legal memoranda, and draft judgements, orders, finding of fact and conclusions of law. The Court is seeking law students graduating in Spring 2001, or recent law school graduates, who have excellent research, writing, and communication skills. Prior judicial clerkships, or coursework, internships/co-ops, or employment in the area of probate and family law are viewed favorably, but are not a prerequisite. Salary is $39,377.40, plus benefits. For an application, visit the Administrative Office of the Probate and Family Court at 24 New Chardon Street, 6th Floor, Boston; call (617 788-6600 to order an application by mail; or contact any local law school career office. Deadline: September 22, 2000. For further information, call 1 (800) 462-5059.

Real Estate Attorney, Sherin and Lodgen LLP:
Sherin and Lodgen LLP, a 40-attorney law firm in Boston, is seeking an attorney with 2-6 years of experience in real estate practice. Strong academic background and experience required. Competitive salary and benefits offered. Send a resume to Karen Glowacki, Executive Director, 100 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02110.

Director of Judicial Affairs, Northeastern University
Northeastern University is seeking a Director of Judicial Affairs. The director will be responsible for directing and supervising the judicial process for graduate and undergraduate students. Duties include supervising staff, a Mediation Program Coordinator, and University Court student justices; serving as Appeals Officer for all cases adjudicated in the Residential Life area; working with Campus Police and the University Counsel office on the discipline process and all Code of Student Conduct issues; and administering the Judicial Affairs department budget. Requirements: Master's degree in related field (Student Personnel Administration or other Human Services area) required, law degree preferred; 5-7 years of experience working with judicial systems and knowledge of legal issues; excellent communication skills; strong management and budget capabilities. Application: Send resume and three references to Ronald L. Martel, Dean of Student Life, 104 Ell Hall, 360 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115.

Director of Development, Organization of Chinese Americans:
The Organization of Chinese Americans (OCA) is seeking a Director of Development to work in its Washington, DC national headquarters. OCA is a non-profit advocacy organization that represents 10,000 members in 43 chapters throughout the U.S. OCA seeks to improve the livelihood of Chinese Americans and Asian Pacific Americans; promote civic participation at all levels of government; and monitors and advocates on behalf of APAs to ensure equality and justice. The Director of Development is responsible for coordinating the development work for the organization. Duties: Developing an annual comprehensive giving program (direct mail, capital giving, planned giving, phonathons, etc.); completing existing campaigns; identifying and writing grant proposals; identifying and cultivating major gift prospects; developing fundraising events and management; and providing fundraising workshops for National Board. Qualifications: B.A. or commensurate work experience; excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate OCA's mission; proven ability to work well with diverse groups of people; a strong commitment to the Chinese American and Asian Pacific American community; strong planning, administrative, and organizational skills; development experience; knowledge of desktop publishing; word processing, and database management. Salary is dependent upon experience. Application: Send a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and 3 references to OCA, 1001 Connecticut Ave., NW, #601, Washington, D.C. 20036. Deadline: August 15, 2000.

Office of the Attorney General of Massachusetts:
The Massachusetts Attorney General's Office is seeking attorneys for the following positions:

1. Deputy Division Chief/Assistant Attorney General, Insurance and Unemployment Fraud Division:
The deputy chief is responsible for assisting the chief in supervising and directing the activities of a division comprising approximately 14 assistant attorneys general and 5 support staff position; and reviewing and assigning division caseload as necessary. Areas of focus include: criminal investigation and prosecution of insurance fraud and unemployment compensation fraud including: motor vehicle insurance fraud, worker's compensation insurance fraud, and other crimes in the context of insurance transactions and unemployment taxes and benefits.

2.  Assistant Attorney General, Fair Labor and Business Practices Division:
This position focuses on enforcement of the Massachusetts labor standards, including statutes that address non-payment of wages, overtime, minimum wage and public construction prevailing wages. Enforcement efforts include the prosecution of violations in criminal and civil proceedings, as well as some public presentations to employers and employees concerning the wage and hour laws.

3.  Outreach Director, Fair Labor and Business Practices Division:
This position is responsible for managing external relations for the Fair Labor and Business Practices Division, including public speaking, developing and conducting workshops, and other outreach activities for the public about the Massachusetts wage and hour, prevailing wage, child labor, workplace safety, overtime laws and other labor standards.

4.  Assistant Attorney General, Regulated Industries Division:
This position will involve primarily the review and analysis of consumer complaints that appear to violate the consumer protection laws, c. 93A and c. 176D. The analysis will include determination of proper charges, civil or criminal, and appropriate disposition. Civil complaints, consent decrees and assurances of discontinuances will need to be prepared on various cases. In addition, the position will involve some ratemarking work.

For information on these and other job opportunities at the Attorney General's Office, visit www.ago.state.ma.us. Applications should be sent to: Diana LaRochelle, Director, Human Resource Management Office, One Ashburton Place, 20th Floor, Boston, MA 02108.

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