Upcoming law events (LawCareers.Net)

 

Here’s your round-up of LawCareers.Net’s upcoming events in the new year.  We have a busy masterclass schedule ahead of us!  These masterclasses are either focused on a specific practice area or based on skills/careers knowledge.

LawCareers.Net masterclass: understanding legal practice – employment law | Tuesday 16 December, 1:00pm Employment law is a dynamic and people-focused area of legal practice that touches on everything from workplace disputes and discrimination claims to contracts and regulatory compliance. In this LawCareers.Net practice area masterclass, sponsored by Gateley Legal, Jones Day and Lewis Silkin, we’ll explore what it’s really like to work in employment law and the key skills students need to succeed. Link to register. Link to LCN Events page.

LawCareers.Net masterclass: what you need to know as a non-law student | Wednesday 21 Janaury, 3:00pm In this LawCareers.Net masterclass, sponsored by Michelmores and Osborne Clarke LLP, students can find out what it means to start a career in law as a non-law student, including how to research firms, what to include in their application, and how to make the transition into law. Students will hear from our panel of lawyers and recruiting experts to help guide them on their legal career journey. Link to register. Link to LCN Events page.

LawCareers.Net and Ropes & Gray masterclass: private equity – lifecycle of a private equity deal | Tuesday 27 January, 3:00pm This session will provide a comprehensive overview of Ropes & Gray, a leading international law firm, and delve into the fundamentals of private equity. The panellists will illuminate the critical role that lawyers play throughout the private equity deal cycle and students will gain valuable insights into the various stages of a deal, the complexities involved and the strategic considerations that drive successful transactions. Link to register. Link to LCN Events page.

LawCareers.Net and BPP University masterclass: top tips for researching law firms effectively | Thursday 29 January, 4:00pm Researching law firms is a crucial step in making strong applications. Students can join LawCareers.Net and BPP University Law School for an insightful session packed with tips and strategies to help them go beyond the basics.They'll learn how to identify key information, interpret law firm profiles and use their research to tailor applications that stand out. Link to register. Link to LCN Events page.

LawCareers.Net and BPP University masterclass: how to demonstrate legal skills through work experience | Wednesday 25 February, 4:00pm Work experience – legal or non-legal – can be a powerful way to demonstrate the skills law firms and chambers value most. In this masterclass, BPP University Law School experts will show students how to identify transferable skills, frame their work experiences effectively and link them to the competencies law firm recruiters seek. Link to register. Link to LCN Events page.

LawCareers.Net and BPP University masterclass: solicitor or barrister – how to choose | Thursday 26 March, 4:00pm In this session, students will hear firsthand about the realities of being a solicitor and barrister, the skills required and what day-to-day life looks like in practice for each panellist. This masterclass is a chance for students to ask questions, compare perspectives and gain clarity on which route might be right for them. Link to register. Link to LCN Events page.

You can find all our events listed on the LCN Events page.