2024 PILF Auction is Now CLOSED!
PILF Auction is Now CLOSED!
Bidding will begin promptly at 3:00 p.m. (PST), Friday November 15th. Any bids submitted before this time, will not be qualified. If you would like to make a gift directly to PILF, please visit our GiveCampus page and select 'USF Public Interest Law Foundation' from the designation drop-down menu.
We accept individual donations! Please note that these donations are separate from paying for your auction items.
Bidding will end on Sunday, November 17th, at 5:00 p.m. (PST) sharp. Any bids made after this time, will not qualify. Thank you for participating!
Questions? Email lawstudentaffairs@usfca.edu.
Auction Items
- California Adventures
- Food and Drink
- Lifestyle
- Fitness
- Physical Prizes
- Bar Prep/Academic
- Faculty and Dinner Donations
California Adventures
San Francisco Opera Vouchers
Indulge in an unforgettable night of elegance and culture at the San Francisco Opera! Immerse yourself in captivating performances with a friend or a loved one. A voucher for a pair of tickets to a weekday evening performance for the San Francisco Opera 2024-25 season. Expires on 6/25/25.
Located at 301 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco.
https://www.sfopera.com/buy-tickets/
Estimated Auction Value: $186
Starting Bid Price: $50.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
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LA Lakers Tickets
Our very own Professor Jonathan Chu has generously donated these prime seats. The game is December 23rd at 7:30pm at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. LA Lakers v. Detroit Pistons. Your seats: Section 116, Row H, Seats 2 & 3. Last year, this was a BIG TICKET item so be sure to keep refreshing the tracking sheet to make sure you're not outbid!
Estimated Auction Value: $800
Starting Bid Price: $250.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $20.00
San Francisco Giants Tickets - Club Level 
Step up to the plate and swing for the fences with these two club-level tickets to an SF Giants game! Cheer on the home team at the iconic Oracle Park and experience the thrill of America's favorite pastime. Bring your friends, family members, or any baseball lovers you know!
The donor cannot guarantee that the tickets will be for a particular home game date. The tickets will be for a date that is mutually agreed upon by both the donor and the winner.
https://www.mlb.com/giants/schedule/2025-02
Estimated Auction Value: $200.00
Starting Bid Price: $60.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
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Five Premium Reserved Tickets for the 2025 Oakland Ballers Season 
Take me out to the ball game! Grab your friends and enjoy a game with Oakland's brand new minor league baseball team, the ballers-- AKA the B's! Experience the thrill of America's favorite pastime. Bring your friend, family member, or any baseball lover you know!
The top five bidders can each take five tickets home!
https://www.oaklandballers.com/calendar
Estimated Auction Value: $150.00
Starting Bid Price: $50.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
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SFMOMA Dual Level Annual Membership
Experience fun exhibits and creativity of modern art at SFMOMA! This annual membership allows you to see all the new upcoming exhibits free of charge!
Must be redeemed within two months of winning. Membership is valid for one year after redemption.
https://www.sfmoma.org/visit/
Estimated Auction Value: $200
Starting Bid Price: $60.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
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Oakland Museum of California Dual Level Annual Membership 
Experience historical artifacts and interactive displays focusing on art, history, and science at OMCA! This annual membership allows you to take an educational break outside of law school.
https://museumca.org/visit/
Estimated Auction Value: $135
Starting Bid Price: $40.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
Two Tickets for Alcatraz City Cruises 
Do you want to see a historical landmark while seeing a nice view of the City? Here's your chance to take a cruise on the Bay and explore Alcatraz. Expires 11.8.25.
We have two certificates to auction off, the top two bidders can take this item home!
https://www.cityexperiences.com/san-francisco/city-cruises/alcatraz/
Estimated Auction Value: $90
Starting Bid Price: $30.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
Two Admission Tickets to the Museum of Art and Digital Entertainment 
Take a study break & discover live-action video games at the Museum of Art and Digital Entertainment in Oakland! Bring a friend or significant other to learn about how games are developed and other digital media content. The top two bidders can each take two tickets home!
Estimated Auction Value: $40
Starting Bid Price: $15.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
Food and Drink
Five Bags of Manitas Coffee 
Need a caffeine boost to help you make it to finals? You are certain to enjoy this coffee from Manitas Cafe. Keep a bag for yourself, give one to a friend, or drink all Five 16 oz. bags in one epic all-nighter!
Estimated Auction Value: $100.00
Starting Bid Price: $35.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
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Napa Valley Lunch Train for Two 
Indulge in a leisurely lunch and embrace a slower pace aboard a three-hour ride that brings you from Downtown Napa to St. Helena and back again. This daytime journey treats you to three sumptuous courses aboard an antique 1015 Pullman car. Enjoy a luxurious day in Napa wine country!
Estimated Auction Value: $616
Starting Bid Price: $200.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $20.00
$100 Gift Card for Kaiyo 
Enjoy a $100 gift card to Kaiyo, the premiere rooftop bar and restaurant in San Francisco! Kaiyo is a Nikkei restaurant that blends Japanese and Peruvian cuisine. Their menu includes a range of dishes ranging from fresh ceviche and sashimi to grilled scallops and wagyu, and craft cocktails.
Estimated Auction Value: $100
Starting Bid Price: $30.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
Wine-tasting Experience for Four, Including Four Bottles of Wine 
Uncork and unwind post-finals with a wine-tasting experience for four, including 4 bottles of wine in beautiful Napa! Tasting and wine from Frank Family Vineyards.
https://www.frankfamilyvineyards.com/
Estimated Auction Value: $750
Starting Bid Price: $250.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $20.00
Two Bags of Verve Coffee
Need a caffeine boost to help you make it to finals? You are certain to enjoy this Verve Coffee. Keep a bag for yourself, give one to a friend, or drink both bags in one epic all-nighter! Bid on two 12oz bags of coffee from Verve Coffee Roasters
Estimated Auction Value: $40.00
Starting Bid Price: $15.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
Lifestyle
House Cleaning Service 
Whether you are behind on cleaning your apartment because finals are just around the corner, or life has just been too hectic to do a deep cleanse of your home, Lilia Ramos-Paglino for an excellent house cleaning service! Must be scheduled for the weekend.
Estimated Auction Value: $450.00
Starting Bid Price: $200.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $20.00
1 Year Membership at 18 Reasons Community Cooking School 
Want to learn to cook? Or improve your cooking skills to impress loved ones? Here's your chance to be the best chef!
Expires one year after activation.
Estimated Auction Value: $100.00
Starting Bid Price: $30.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
Game On Berkeley 
Get ready to be entertained and challenged by playing games against other competitors! Take a break and a friend to Berkeley to have some fun with these vouchers.
https://www.gameonberkeley.com/
Estimated Auction Value: $78
Starting Bid Price: $20.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
Two One-Hour Horse Riding Lessons 
Are you bored of studying and want to do something different? Start a new adventure by taking a horse riding lesson for any experience level! Receive two one-hour riding lessons. Located at Earthquake Arabians in Brentwood, CA.
https://www.earthquakearabians.com/lessons
Estimated Auction Value: $150.00
Starting Bid Price: $50.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
Two Free Photo Booth Sessions at Hamu Studios 
Strike a pose at Hamu Studios! Enjoy 10 complimentary sessions at their photo booth, complete with a fun selection of props and accessories. Perfect for capturing the perfect glamour shot — just in time for your holiday cards! Each session includes 3 prints, 10 extra copies, a digital copy, a gif, and props!
The top five bidders can each take two vouchers home!
Located at 1612 Haight St, San Francisco.
Estimated Auction Value: $88.00
Starting Bid Price: $25.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
Fitness
Tennis Lesson with Nika Zupancic (2L) 
Looking for a new hobby or a way to decompress after studying? Take tennis lessons with Nika, a current 2L!
Estimated Auction Value: $75.00
Starting Bid Price: $20.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
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Touchstone Climbing Voucher
Established in 1994, Touchstone Climbing was created to bring indoor rock climbing to San Francisco. Whether you are an experienced climber, a bright-eyed newbie, or just someone looking for a great place to work out, you’ll find your place with Touchstone Climbing. Now with 14 locations across California! Valid at any location.
The voucher can be used for either:
- 2 free Climbing Classes
- 2 Day Passes
https://touchstoneclimbing.com/
Estimated Auction Value: $80.00
Starting Bid Price: $25.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
$50 Gift Certificate to Hipline Dance and Fitness Studio 
Want to increase your body movement? Or get out some frustration after spending 6 hours reading your Con Law book? It may be time to try out a Dance Class at Hipline Dance! Located at 3270 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland, CA.
We have two certificates to auction off, the top two bidders can take this item home!
Estimated Auction Value: $50.00
Starting Bid Price: $15.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
Certificate for Movement San Francisco 
Take a study break & build your upper body by taking a rock climbing intro class! At Movement San Francisco you'll be challenged in new ways.
Expires 11.8.25.
https://movementgyms.com/first-visit/
We have two certificates to auction off, the top two bidders can take this item home!
Estimated Auction Value: $32.00
Starting Bid Price: $10.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
Physical Prizes
Walden Pond Books Gift Card 
Enjoy a shopping spree at Oakland's finest independent bookstore since 1973! If you are a bookworm, this one is for you. Walden Pond was a 'Best of Oakland' winner this year, selling various books and promoting local authors. A $25 gift card for Walden Pond Books could be yours! Located at 3316 Grand Ave, Oakland.
https://www.waldenpondbooks.com/
Estimated Auction Value: $25.00
Starting Bid Price: $5.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $1.00
The New Parkway Theater Movie Tokens 
Lights, camera, action! Bid on these 5 movie tokens for the New Parkway Theater and embark on a cinematic adventure like no other. This theater offers a unique movie-watching experience with comfy couches, delicious food, and a relaxed atmosphere. Grab your friends or loved ones and lose yourself in the magic of the big screen! Located at 474 24th St, Oakland.
https://www.thenewparkway.com/
Estimated Auction Value: $70.00
Starting Bid Price: $20.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
Two Tickets to the Roxie Theater 
Experience the magic of live theater with these tickets for Roxie Theater! Grab a friend and get ready to be transported to new worlds, as talented actors bring stories to life on stage!
Estimated Auction Value: $28.00
Starting Bid Price: $10.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
Bike Service voucher for Freewheel Bike Shop 
Are the hills in San Francisco giving your bike a hard time? Give your bike a maintenance day with this $100 service voucher at Freewheel Bike Shop! Located at 1920 Hayes St, San Francisco.
We have two certificates to auction off, the top two bidders can take this item home!
Estimated Auction Value: $100.00
Starting Bid Price: $30.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
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Autographed Copy of "The 1619 Project: a New Origin Story" 
The book offers a new origin story for the United States by placing slavery and its legacy at the center of the national narrative. It explores how the legacy of slavery continues to impact the United States today, and how it has shaped the country's uniqueness. The book includes 18 essays and 36 works of poetry and fiction. Donated by Professor Neitz!
Estimated Auction Value: $40.00
Starting Bid Price: $15.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
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$50 Gift Card for Sloat Garden Center 
In the market for garden necessities like new plants or garden decor? Here's your chance for a $50 gift card for all Sloat Garden Locations!
Estimated Auction Value: $50.00
Starting Bid Price: $20.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
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Two Bottles of Wine 
Revel Chion Liquer della Sierra Al Miele Dessert wine from Piemonte, Northern Italy
Have you been too busy to travel this semester? Have you ever wanted to go to Italy? Purchase 2 bottles of Dessert wine so good it's like you're in Northern Italy!
Estimated Auction Value: $130.00
Starting Bid Price: $40.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
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Four Passes to the Lindsay Wildlife Experience in Walnut Creek, CA 
Founded in 1955 in Walnut Creek, the museum connects visitors with wildlife to inspire respect for nature. It features California wildlife exhibits, natural history displays, and a special theater showcasing the hospital's wildlife treatment rooms. The rehabilitation center, one of the largest in the U.S., treats over 5,000 animals annually. Visit today and explore the wonders of nature with family and friends.
Estimated Auction Value: $68.00
Starting Bid Price: $20.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $5.00
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Bar Prep/Academic
BARBRI Tuition Certificates
The bar prep journey is ambitious, grinding and emotional. Nobody can make it easy. And come bar exam day, it will be up to you. But BARBRI is here to guide you through it all and give you trust: in their bar prep process and, most importantly, in yourself!
We have two certificates to auction off, the top two bidders can take this item home!
https://www.barbri.com
Estimated Auction Value: $500.00
Starting Bid Price: $50.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
Themis Bar Prep Course
By now, you've either experienced Themis or U-World's MCs. Thinking towards the near future, have some continuity in your studies with Themis' Bar Review course! Themis will help YOU pass the bar and start your career!
https://www.themisbar.com
Estimated Auction Value: $2,895.00
Starting Bid Price: $400.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $50.00
Lunch with Chief Public Defender, Brendon Woods 
Indulge in a delicious lunch and engaging conversation with the esteemed Chief Public Defender of Alameda, Brendon Woods. Gain insights into the criminal justice system, and ask questions that will help you decide on a potential future career.
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group
complete the bid form. Up to 2 Students.
Estimated Auction Value: $200.00
Starting Bid Price: $50.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
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Lunch with USF Alum, Lydia Hsu 
Lydia is a proud alum of USF Law and a certified Family Law Specialist by the California State Bar. With extensive experience in all areas of family law, she handles matters such as child custody and visitation, spousal and child support, property division, reimbursement claims, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and domestic violence cases. Lydia also represents clients in guardianships and step-parent adoptions. Don’t miss the chance to have lunch with Lydia, connect with a fellow USF graduate, and gain valuable insights into a career in law!
Estimated Auction Value: $100.00
Starting Bid Price: $30.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
Lunch with USF Alum, Kristin Iversen 
Kirsten Iversen is recognized as a leader who excels in driving innovation, fostering customer obsession, and delivering high-quality outcomes through her dedication, creativity, and collaboration. She currently serves as Litigation and Risk Counsel at Lyft. Don’t miss the chance to have lunch with Kirsten, connect with a fellow USF graduate, and gain valuable insights into a career in law!
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group
complete the bid form. 2-3 students.
Estimated Auction Value: $150.00
Starting Bid Price: $45.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
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Weekend Lunch or Dinner with Recent USF Grad, Annie Le 
Annie Le is an ASPer, May 2024 first-generation graduate from USF Law, and July 2024 Bar passer, who currently works for a District Attorney's Office in the Bay Area. Annie has dedicated her legal education and work experiences to serving domestic violence survivors in both civil and criminal law, trial and appellate levels. Annie was the previous 2022-24 USF PILF Co-Chair, 2023-24 Moot Court Board Member, and Law Review's published author in 2022. Numerous USF alumni-funded scholarships uplifted Annie when she was a student, and as a new alumna, she hopes to be a resource to current students! Bid on a weekend lunch or dinner for 3 students with Annie at Kim Son Vietnamese Restaurant in the Outer Richmond.
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group complete the bid form. Up to 3 students.
Estimated Auction Value: $150.00
Starting Bid Price: $45.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
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Faculty & Dinner Donations
Professor Nice - Presidio Hike
Starting at the Lyon Steps, Professor Julie Nice will be leading a Presidio hike. Be sure to keep up or Professor Nice will leave you in the dust! (May or may not be joking!)
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group
complete the bid form. Up to 7 Students.
Estimated Auction Value: Priceless
Starting Bid Price: $50.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
Korean BBQ with Professor Nicole Philips
Grill some meat while grilling our very own Professor Nicole Phillips on all things law school and life. Group will have to collaborate to pick a date.
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group
complete the bid form. Up to 5 Students.
Estimated Auction Value: $250.00
Starting Bid Price: $50.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
Lunch with Professor Andrew Lah 
Grab 2 or 3 of your peers and prepare for a captivating lunch with Professor Lah! Engage in thought-provoking discussions, or simply find out what his favorite movie is. 3-5 students max!
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group complete the bid form.
Estimated Auction Value: $100.00
Starting Bid Price: $50.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
A cold "dip" in the Bay with Professor Lindsay Harris 
Enjoy a cold plunge with Professor Harris in the Bay, followed up by some lovely warm treats at Proof Lab Equator Coffee in Sausalito. Take this amazing opportunity to get out in nature, and learn about the world of human rights.
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group complete the bid form. No group size limit!
Estimated Auction Value: Priceless
Starting Bid Price: $50.00
Minimum Bid Increment: $10.00
Barbeque with Dean Flynn 
Dean Flynn has graciously opened up her home to host 10 students at a backyard barbeque! Enjoy food and drinks, and get to know your fellow classmates and your fabulous Dean!
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group complete the bid form.
Value: $300
Starting Bid: $100.00
Bid Increments: $20.00
Dim Sum with Dean Kalb 
Engage in a wonderful Dim Sum lunch at HK Bistro with Dean Kalb and 4 friends! Enjoy food and drinks while getting to know your Dean!
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group complete the bid form. Up to 5 students.
Value: $200
Starting Bid: $50.00
Bid Increments: $10.00
Name the characters in Prof. Liebman's PR Exam 
Are you tired of seeing the same characters repeated on Professor's exams? Do you want to control the characters you see on an exam? Here's your chance to have control over 5 characters in the Fall '24 PR Final!
Value: Priceless
Starting Bid: $10.00
Bid Increments: $5.00
Fresh-Baked Vegan Cookies Homemade by Professor Liebman 
With the holidays approaching, there is nothing better than a fresh batch of homemade cookies! Enjoy 2 dozen fresh baked vegan cookies made by our very own Professor Liebman! You won't believe it's not butter!
Value: $50.00
Starting Bid: $10.00
Bid Increments: $5.00
Batch of Vegan Scones Homemade by Professor Liebman 
With the holidays approaching, there is nothing better than a fresh batch of homemade cookies! Enjoy eight fresh baked vegan scones made by our very own Professor Liebman! You won't believe its not butter!
Value: $40.00
Starting Bid: $10.00
Bid Increments: $5.00
Dim Sum with Professor Chu 
Grab 2 or 3 of your peers and prepare for a captivating lunch with Professor Chu! Engage in thought-provoking discussions, or ask random questions. 3-4 students max!
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group
complete the bid form.
Value: $200.00
Starting Bid: $50.00
Bid Increments: $10.00
Lunch with Professor Kaswan 
Grab 2 or 3 of your peers and prepare for a captivating lunch with Professor Alice Kaswan! Engage in thought-provoking discussions, or simply find out what her favorite book is. 3-4 students max!
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group complete the bid form.
Value: $150.00
Starting Bid: $50.00
Bid Increments: $10.00
Karaoke Battle with Professor Kim and Professor Abelkop 
Do you have an amazing singing voice? Time to show off and battle to be declared the best! Engage in a group Karaoke Battle for team Professor Kim! Top 6 bidders on this item will be on Professor Kim's team!
Value: $25.00 Per slot
Starting Bid: $10.00
Bid Increments: $5.00
Karaoke Battle with Professor Kim and Professor Abelkop 
Do you have an amazing singing voice? Time to show off and battle to be declared the best! Engage in a group Karaoke Battle for team Professor Kim! Top 6 bidders on this item will be on Professor Abelkop's team!
Value: $25.00 Per slot
Starting Bid: $10.00
Bid Increments: $5.00
Hike the Sonoma Coast and enjoy lunch with Professor Brown 
Hike & explore the beautiful Sonoma Coast with Professor Brown! After enjoy lunch at Cafe Aquatica in Jenner. Take this opportunity to be around nature and great company! Bring up to two friends or acquaintances.
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group complete the bid form. Up to 3 Students.
Value: $100
Starting Bid: $30.00
Bid Increments: $10.00
Lunch Four students with Professor Hing 
Grab three of your friends and prepare for a captivating lunch with Professor Bill Hing in the Spring Semester! Engage in thought-provoking discussions, or simply find out what his favorite movie is. Four students max!
This item is eligible for a group bid! Please only have one member of your group complete the bid form. Up to Four students.
Value: $100
Starting Bid: $30.00
Bid Increments: $10.00