Law and Entrepreneurship Student Association

Our Mission:

Provide a forum for students to develop an understanding and appreciation of the connection between law and business. The association will coordinate events/lectures and work closely with the Center for Law and Entrepreneurship. It will also foster social interaction for students by sponsoring gatherings and recreational activities.

November 5, 2009: Law of Beer

Beer. Who doesn't love it? Speak with a distinguished panel of brew masters and guild members and learn about the law and business aspects of the beer industry. Beer and food provided. View a description of last year's event at Law of Beer 2008.

January 2010: Sole Practitioner Panel

Thinking of going into business for yourself? Learn from the experts.

February 2010: In-House Counsel

It's a career path that offers worlds of opportunity to ambitious business law students - the role of corporate counsel. A panel discussion on the topic brings lawyers from corporations and law firms to the law school to talk about their experiences working as - and with - corporate counsel. View a description of last year's event at In-House Counsel 2008.

March 2010: Intellectual Property

Lawyers from various sectors discuss the importance of Intellectual Property in all aspects of business. This panel discussion benefits students interested in IP law, but also those with an interest in any sort of business law. Students learn how Copyrights, Trademarks, and Patents affect everyday entrepreneurs. View a description of last year's event at Intellectual Property 2009.

April 2010: Venture Capitalism

Venture capital investing has grown from a small investment pool in the 1960s and early 1970s to a mainstream asset class that is a viable and significant part of the institutional and corporate investment portfolio. Find out what a venture capitalist is looking for and hear from an entrepreneur about the benefits and difficulties of working with venture capital. View a description of last year's event at Venture Capitalism 2009.

April 2010: Law of Wine

Speakers will discuss business and legal aspects of the wine industry; reciprocity laws between states, growing regions as indicating sources of wine, and labeling requirements. These experts will discuss the spirit of producing, selling, and marketing wine in Oregon! Wine and appetizer will be served. View a description of last year's event at Law of Wine 2009.

Multi-discipline Activities

Sustainable Business Symposium:

This year, LESA is also increasing its role interacting with the business school for events such as the Sustainable Business Symposium. The board feels this is an area that Oregon law students are particularly adept at dealing with given that the school's two strongest areas are business law and environmental law. We look to bring these two areas together to emphasize sustainable business solutions and green entrepreneurship.

PIPS Service Day:

View a description of LESA's participation in the April 2008 event at PIPS Service Day.

Fundraising

Business Cards and Business Card Cases:

Each year LESA prints professional quality business cards bearing the School of Law seal. LESA also offers silver metal card cases with the school seal. If you are interested in ordering cards for 2009-10 please contact Gordon Kuehl.