Upcoming Events at Elon University’s Charlotte Campus

Tuesdays (5:15 – 6:00 p.m.): Evening Docket | Each Tuesday our Evening Docket is a time for Flex students to mingle and enjoy a snack.

March 1- 31: Legal Feeding Frenzy | The NCBA Legal Feeding Frenzy is an annual fundraiser run by the North Carolina Bar Association to support local food banks across North Carolina and fight hunger in our communities. It’s a friendly competition between law firms, legal organizations, and law schools. Donate Here then report your donations for a prize drawing!

Saturday, April 12 (6:00 – 8:00 p.m.): Catholic Campus Ministries in Charlotte | Join Elon Catholic Campus Ministry for its first CCM event in Charlotte. Connect with Elon’s Associate Chaplain for Catholic Life, Father Peter Tremblay, OFM Conv., and special guest, Bishop Michael T. Martin, OFM Conv., from the Diocese of Charlotte, alongside members of the Elon Catholic community. This evening will include a reception followed by a brief program, and is open to students to expand numen lumen opportunities in Charlotte. Register here by March 28th.

Pro Bono, Academic, and Networking Opportunities for Part-Time Law Students

*Don’t forget to report your Pro Bono hours!

Fridays (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.): Complaint Drafting & Review Office Hours with Safe Alliance | Under the supervision of a licensed attorney, law students can volunteer to edit client complaints taken from Safe Alliance staff interviewing the clients. Sign up here.

Thursday, April 3 (2:00 – 4:30 p.m.): North Carolina Court of Appeals Oral Arguments | A panel of the NC Court of Appeals will be at Elon Law in Greensboro to hear two cases in the Long Courtroom. This is an exceptional opportunity to see the Court in action and to observe appellate arguments by highly skilled and experienced practitioners. Flex Students, please register by Monday, March 31 at 5:00 p.m. (spaces are limited).

Wednesday, April 9 (12:00 – 2:00 p.m.): Lawyer on the Line | Law students can provide legal advice to clients with landlord-tenant repair issues over the phone and follow up with written advice letter. Legal Aid of North Carolina will have supervising attorneys on site to answer questions and supervise legal advice provided. Sign up here.

Friday, April 11 (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.): First Gen Summit | The Young Lawyers Division is hosting an inaugural First Gen Summit designed to dive into topics such as overcoming imposter syndrome, managing stress, building financial wellness, and using social media for business growth. This event is open to any law student interested in personal and professional growth. Find more information and register on Pathways.

Wednesday, April 16 (12:00 – 4:00 p.m.): Child Custody Complaint Drafting Workshops with Legal Aid of NC | Law students can volunteer to interview clients and then advise on the child custody process. With information from interviews, volunteers draft pro se child custody complaints for clients which are provided for clients to file themselves along with a closing advice letter. Sign up here.

Saturday, April 26: Barrister’s Ball 2025 | The SBA has cordially invited the Flex students and a guest to attend. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit here.

Friday, May 16: Law & Society Gala (6:00 – 10:00 p.m.) | The Law & Society Gala is a black-tie event celebrating the intersection of legal excellence and community service in Mecklenburg County. This evening brings together attorneys, judges, community leaders, and supporters for a night of camaraderie, recognition, and philanthropy. Early bird pricing on tickets until April 4. More information here.

Wednesday, May 21 (7:15 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.): Estate Planning and Wealth Management Forum |  Flex students are invited to join this estate planning conference at Queens University. This single-day, in-person conference offers a comprehensive educational program featuring nationally recognized experts, networking opportunities, sponsor booths, continuing education credits, and more. Registration and more information on Pathways.

Academic Information

Monday, March 17: Last Day of the Winter Trimester and Torts Review Session

Saturday, March 22 (12:00 – 4:00 p.m.): Torts Final Exam

Monday, April 1: First Day of Spring Trimester

Mondays/Wednesdays (6:00 – 7:30 p.m.): LMC II

Tuesdays/Thursdays (6:00 – 9:00 p.m.): Contracts

Recent Flex Program News

Now Available: Winter & Spring 2025 Course Information and Summer I & II Registration Information on the Law Registrar Page (along with lots of other helpful links!)