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The Rule Against Perpetuities Strikes Again

Remember learning the rule against perpetuities? Remember how frustrating it was and thinking "I'll never actually need to know this"? Well, think again. Recently a court in Michigan wrapped up a thorny case involving Michigan lumber baron Wellington Burt's will. This wouldn't be so interesting had Mr. Burt not died in 1919. The presiding judge called working with the case "one of the most complicated research projects" he's had in 12 years on the bench. However, after hours of research and years of patience, heirs of the lumber baron, ages ranging from 19 to 94, will see the trust open soon.

To read about this interesting case, check out the online ABA Journal article here or an article about the life of the lumber baron who caused this legal mine field to exist here.

Intersession Hours Begin Tomorrow

The Law Library's hours during Intersession (May 10, 2011 - May 22, 2011) are:
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Law Library's hours during Summer Session I (May 23, 2011 - June 29, 2011) are:
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Please note that the Law Library will be closed on May 30, 2011 (Memorial Day Observance).

In addition, NCCU Law students will have 24-hour access to the library on June 28th and 29th in order to study for final exams.

Free Seminar: How to Succeed as a Summer Associate 2011

Join PLI for the following FREE SEMINAR:

How to Succeed As a Summer Associate 2011
Date: June 6, 2011 Time: 5:30pm (EST)

This free seminar is offering practical advice from Law Firm Partners who supervise summer associates at their respective firms.

If you are interested go to: www.pli.edu

Michelle Cosby Receives Minority Leadership Development Award

Congratulations to our Faculty Services Librarian, Michelle Cosby! She is this year's recipient of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) Minority Leadership Development Award.

Each year, AALL grants one award to a member of a minority group who demonstrates leadership and excellence in law librarianship.

Ms. Cosby has a J.D. and M.L.S. from Indiana University and has been at NCCU Law since May 2010.

Don't forget CALI!

Tired of staring at your textbook, outline, or class notes? Looking for a different way to review for your upcoming exams? Then remember that CALI.org is home to over 800 different lessons on 33 different topics that can help you make the grade this semester.

If you've already registered, but forgotten you password - click on Request a New Password beneath the sign-in area. If you've never registered for CALI, stop by the Reference desk and pick up your registration code today!

Keep up the good work, finals are almost over!

Summer Access to LexisNexis and Westlaw

Before you leave for the summer don't forget to sign up for summer access to LexisNexis and Westlaw to avoid headaches later!

To sign up for Westlaw Summer Access click here.

Westlaw access my be granted for the following reasons:
Summer Law School Course
Journal or Moot Court Research
Employed as Faculty Research Assistant
Unpaid, Non-Profit Public Interest Internships/Externships
Pro Bono Work for credit

To sign up for Lexis Summer access click here and look for "Aspire".

Summer access to Lexis will be granted for the following reasons:
Summer Course Prep and Assignments
Journal or Moot Court Research
Grant or Scholarship Research
Employed as Faculty Research Assistant
For Credit Internship, Externship, or Clinic Position
Bar Review
Research Skill Improvement for Educational Purposes

Full access to Lexis and Westlaw will be restored to continuing students in mid-August.


If you are a graduating 3L or 4LE please click here for summer Westlaw access and here for Lexis access.