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Looking back...
In 2011, KALAGNY celebrated its 25th anniversary by renewing its commitment to its members and the local Korean American community. To further its goals, KALAGNY pursued an ambitious agenda. KALAGNY organized a series of career development panel discussions, held numerous social and networking functions, and matched young lawyers and law students with experienced attorneys through its mentorship program. As part of its commitment to the community, KALAGNY implemented a monthly pro bono clinic in Flushing. KALAGNY had a phenomenal year, but none of this would have been possible without your support. KALAGNY thanks you and wishes you a happy New Year. Here's a look back at highlights from 2011 (click images to view more pictures)... |
Annual Holiday Party
On December 21, 2011, KALAGNY members and friends celebrated the holidays and the end of 2011 at Spotlight/Grand Karaoke Bar & Lounge -- k-town's hottest new karaoke bar. Click here to view pictures from the party. |
KALAGNY's Women's Committee
On December 9, 2011, the KALAGNY Women's Committee celebrated the holiday season at a cocktail party hosted by Shannon Chang Hanson. The Women's Committee is a group of dynamic women who are dedicated to advancing important women's issues. If you are interested in joining, email us at kalagny@gmail.com. |
Mentorship Program
On October 26, 2011, KALAGNY hosted its annual Mentorship Program welcome reception at Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP. Approximately 150 lawyers and law students are participating in this year-long program where seasoned attorneys are matched with law students and younger attorneys. Click here to view pictures from the reception. |
October Happy Hour
On October 5, 2011, KALAGNY members and friends took a break from the daily grind at a happy hour at Sagaponack Bar & Grill. KALAGNY holds periodic informal happy hours that are open to members and non-lawyers. Click here to view pictures from the happy hour. |
Dinner With Our Brethren In Queens
On August 31, 2011, to reach out to our brethren in Queens, more than 70 lawyers and law students attended KALAGNY's meeting at Nam O Jung Restaurant in Flushing. Guests learned more about KALAGNY, met fellow Korean American lawyers and law students, and enjoyed a delicious and free kalbi dinner. Click here to view pictures. Afterwards guests sang the night away at a nearby karaoke bar. |
Law Students/Young Lawyers Interview Workshop
On August 1, 2011, more than 60 lawyers and law students attended KALAGNY's second annual interviewing workshop. Attorneys from a wide array of legal fields including judges, partners at large and small firms, and other attorneys who routinely interview law students and young attorneys participated. The free workshop was held at the Manhattan offices of our sponsor Herrick, Feinstein LLP. Click here for media coverage of the event. |
Summer Mixer
On July 20, 2011, KALAGNY partnered with ASCEND in hosting a free mid-summer evening of cocktails and networking at PRANNA (Cellar Bar). Guests enjoyed a night of fun mingling and networking with like-minded professionals across a broad range of industries. Click here to view slideshow. |
25th Anniversary Gala Dinner
On June 7, 2011, KALAGNY held its 25th Anniversary Gala Dinner at the Harvard Club. KALAGNY honored long-time supporter Don H. Liu, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary for Xerox Corporation, and Prof. Jeannie Suk of Harvard Law School. NY1's Vivian Lee served as emcee for the night. Click here to view pictures from the dinner. |
$1000 Law Student Scholarship
At the gala dinner, KALAGNY awarded its annual $1000 Law Student Scholarship to Dong-Joo Lee (Brooklyn Law 2012). The scholarship is given to the law student member who has demonstrated the most outstanding commitment to and support for the Korean American community in Greater New York and who exhibits dedication to use his/her legal knowledge and skills to continue this commitment and support. |
Monthly Pro Bono Clinic
In July, KALAGNY kicked off its monthly pro bono clinic. Volunteer attorneys provide free legal advice to underserved members of the Korean community. KALAGNY holds the clinic on the first Tuesday of every month from 7-9 p.m. The clinic is held at the Korean Community Services' office at 35-56 159th Street, Flushing, New York (map) (located a couple blocks away from the LIRR's Broadway stop). If you would like to volunteer, email us at kalagny@gmail.com. |
Pre-Gala Reception at ArtGate Gallery
On May 2, 2011, members and friends of KALAGNY enjoyed wine and cheese at KALAGNY's pre-gala reception at the ultra modern ArtGate Gallery, in Chelsea. Click here for pictures from the reception. |
CLE: Estate Tax UpdateOn April 6, 2011, KALAGNY co-hosted an Estate Tax CLE on the Impact on Domestic and International Planning. The CLE was held at Wells Fargo Securities in Manhattan. |
Meeting In New Jersey
On April 4, 2011, KALAGNY held a general meeting in New Jersey at Kim & Bae law firm. The meeting was well attended and KALAGNY welcomed and re-connected with many familiar faces and introduced many new members to the organization. |
Panel Discussion On Securing A Federal Clerkship
On March 23, 2011, KALAGNY co-sponsored a panel discussion on how to secure a federal clerkship. Panelists included the Honorable Denny Chin, Second Circuit Judge; the Honorable Dora L. Irizarry, U.S. District Judge, EDNY; the Honorable Ronald Ellis, U.S. Magistrate Judge, SDNY; Susan Shin, partner at Arnold & Porter LLP and former law clerk, EDNY; and Zainab Ahmad, Assistant U.S. Attorney, EDNY and former law clerk, EDNY and Second Circuit. |
Panel Discussion With Local Assistant District Attorneys
On March 22, 2011, KALAGNY hosted a panel discussion at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law with Assistant District Attorneys from the DA offices in Queens, the Bronx, Manhattan, Staten Island, Brooklyn and Nassau County. The ADAs talked about their experiences in their respective office and described the hiring process. Panelists included: Helen Ahn, Manhattan DA; Jasmine Chang, Queens DA; Joe Gim, Staten Island DA; Brian Lee, Nassau DA; Cristina Park, Bronx DA; and Maria Park, Brooklyn DA (moderator). |
Members' Reception With Judges
On February 17, 2011, KALAGNY members and guests attended a Meet & Greet with Korean American judges at the New York offices of Arnold & Porter. At the reception, KALAGNY recognized the Honorable Jae Y. Kim of the Bergen County Central Municipal Court. Click here to view pictures from the reception.
The following judges also attended: |
Career Development Panel Discussion
On January 25, 2011, KALAGNY held a career development panel discussion at Herrick, Feinstein LLP, aimed at providing associate-level attorneys and law students with insights on navigating a career in the private sector. The panel consisted of a group of law firm partners and in-house attorneys, who have pursued a diverse set of career paths, as well as the managing director of a leading legal recruiting firm. Panel discussion topics included (1) tips for succeeding in a competitive law firm or in-house environment, (2) developing and maintaining marketability, and (3) important considerations when making a lateral move. |
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