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Tag Archives: networking

RECAP: Creating a Flexible Workforce Symposium

by Sanya Kerksiek Hiring Our Heroes and Aon sponsored a “Creating a Flexible Workforce” symposium in Chicago, Illinois, on October 13, 2017. The speakers were Carol Sladek (Partner, Aon, Work-Life and Communication), and Cassandra Sullivan (Senior Consultant, Founder &...

October 30, 2017 at 10:00 am McPhillips, Candice read more

An Open Thank You Letter

by Maria Campbell Dear MSJDN Founders: When I showed up at a networking BBQ last September, I hid in the hotel bathroom for 20 minutes. My husband and I had moved to Ft. Campbell less than a week before,...

June 15, 2017 at 6:51 pm McPhillips, Candice read more

Michigan Enacts Military Spouse Licensing Law!

by Angela M. Allen Unlike many other U.S. jurisdictions, licensing accommodations for the practice of law in Michigan must go through the legislature rather than the judiciary. MSJDN’s previous success in its efforts to achieve adoption of licensing accommodations has...

January 18, 2017 at 10:30 am Johanna Thibault read more

Fostering Your Legal Career as a Military Spouse Attorney

By Courtney Griffin The familiar hallmarks of military life – isolated military installations, prolonged separations, and frequent relocations – disrupt personal and professional support networks. In particular, for military spouses with professional careers, isolated (or overseas) military installations deprive...

November 16, 2016 at 10:30 am Johanna Thibault read more

So, What Brings You to the Area? and Other Loaded Interview Questions for Military Spouses

When I graduated from law school, I had a résumé that basically screamed, “Atlanta!” Or, if not Atlanta, perhaps New York. I had attended college in New York, and, a few years later, law school in Atlanta. As a...

June 26, 2015 at 8:56 am Pitzen, Thea read more

From the President’s Desk

Dear MSJDN Members, It has been an honor to serve as the President of the Military Spouse JD Network over the past year. MSJDN’s job is to serve our members, our military community, and the legal profession. Starting last June,...

April 2, 2015 at 7:45 am Rachel Winkler read more

Join Us for MSJDN’s Annual Reception!

It’s that time of year again! Military Spouse JD Network’s Annual Reception will take place Wednesday, May 6, 2015, in Washington, D.C. The Annual Reception will be held at the historic Army Navy Club, 901 17th Street Northwest, from...

April 2, 2015 at 7:45 am Reda Hicks read more

A Profile of Colorado’s First Military Spouse Attorney Admittee

“This is amazing. A group that is sympathetic and understanding of what I am going through!” That was Evelyn Guevara’s reaction when she found Military Spouse JD Network (MSJDN) after googling “military spouse attorney.” Evelyn met her husband in...

November 3, 2014 at 9:00 am Anette Radonski read more

Come to MRM Early, Enjoy Some Extra Networking!

MSJDN’s San Diego members are getting together the evening before Making the Right Moves, and they would love for all attendees to join them! The event will be a happy hour on Thursday, October 16, at 5:30pm, and will...

October 3, 2014 at 2:30 pm Reda Hicks read more

Spotlight: MRM Host Thomas Jefferson School of Law

On October 17, 2014, MSJDN will host Making the Right Moves at the Thomas Jefferson School of Law (TJSL) in San Diego, California.  While many law schools have recently expanded their programs to include part-time students, TJSL took the...

October 3, 2014 at 2:30 pm Wilson, Natalie read more

MRM Attracts Line-Up of Distinguished Keynote Speakers

Editor’s Note: As we were going to print on this issue of Bars & Stripes, MSJDN received confirmation of another terrific keynote speaker. Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez of the 80th Assembly District for the California Assembly will also be addressing attendees at...

October 3, 2014 at 2:30 pm Pitzen, Thea read more

Overview: What is Making the Right Moves?

Making the Right Moves (MRM) is a conference dedicated to the professional development of military spouse attorneys. This year, the second annual MRM conference will focus on creating and following a successful career path tailored to the unique needs...

October 3, 2014 at 2:30 pm Anette Radonski read more

MSJDN Members Honored by North Carolina Defense Business Association

MSJDN members Hayne Beatrous Caliva and Lauren Roland attended the North Carolina Defense Business Association (NCDBA) Chairman’s Annual Luncheon in Raleigh on July 23rd. DBANC is comprised of a wide variety of businesses, organizations, and individuals with several things in common, including: prior military...

August 27, 2014 at 11:11 am Jamison, Elizabeth read more

MSJDN Past President Mary Reding Smith Honored by Women’s Bar Association of DC

As part of its annual Stars of the Bar recognition, the Women’s Bar Association of the District of Columbia (WBA) has named Mary Reding Smith, Immediate Past President of the Military Spouse JD Network, a 2014 Star of the...

August 19, 2014 at 8:00 am Beets, Josie read more

MSJDN Celebrates Founders’ Day

The Military Spouse JD Network Founders’ Day is June 14, but members around the country are celebrating all month long! Here, we have collected all the events of which we are currently aware. However, as more events are planned,...

May 31, 2014 at 12:58 pm Reda Hicks read more

Connecting and Empowering Each Other: Military Spouse Organizations Unite

On Tuesday, I had the opportunity to represent MSJDN at the inaugural meeting of the Department of Defense’s Spouse Ambassador Network. Ten organizations, including many of our partners like MOAA, NMFA, In Gear Career, and the U.S. Chamber’s Hiring...

July 18, 2013 at 10:49 am Rachel Winkler read more

Recap: Military Spouse Attorneys Attract Attention of D.C. Leaders with Making the Right Moves Event

Last week, Military Spouse JD Network members from across the United States gathered in Washington D.C. for our flagship event, “Making the Right Moves,” organized by MSJDN Board member Stephanie Crosse and held in the historic Army & Navy...

May 31, 2013 at 10:30 am VOLKMAN, LORI read more

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