Law school presents lecture on U.S. and Venezuela

Wayne State University Law School will present the lecture “Is the United States Occupying Venezuela?” on Thursday, October 8, from 12:15 to 1:45 p.m. in DJK 2242 at the law school, 471 W. Palmer Ave. in Detroit. 

What does international law say about the relationship between the United States and Venezuela? Marco Rubio has been described as the “Viceroy” of the country, passing on almost every major policy decision. In addition, the U.S. has taken a portion of Venezuelan oil revenue, thus exerting control over its most vital natural resource. Does this make the U.S. an occupying power under international law, subject to many limitations, including perhaps on diverting oil revenue?

Lunch will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

For additional information about this program, visit https://law.wayne.edu and scroll down to “events.”

Law school to conduct Annual Red Mass Sept. 22

The University of Detroit Mercy School of Law invites the legal community to celebrate the 114th Annual Red Mass on Tuesday, September 22, beginning at noon at Ss. Peter & Paul Jesuit Church, 438 Saint Antoine in Detroit.

Red Mass is an occasion for judges, attorneys, civic leaders and law students of all faiths to come together and pray for blessings and strength in the coming year’s work. A luncheon reception in the atrium at Detroit Mercy Law School immediately follows the service.

This year’s Red Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger, Archdiocese of Detroit.  U.S. District Court Chief Judge Stephen J. Murphy, Eastern District of Michigan, will lead the Renewal of the Lawyer’s Oath of Commitment.

To register for the September 22 Red Mass, visit https://law.udmercy.edu and scroll down to “Upcoming Events.”  Anyone with questions should contact Brittany at dawsonba2@udmercy.edu.

Section conducts ‘Annual Meeting & Seminar’ Sept. 23

The Administrative & Regulatory Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan will conduct its “Annual Meeting & Seminar” on Wednesday, September 23, at the International Banquet & Conference Center, 400 Monroe Street in Detroit.

The event begins at 9 a.m. and the the board member voting will take place from 2 to 3 p.m.  Complimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided for section members.

To register for the event, visit https://connect.michbar.org/adminlaw/home.

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