Learn How to Better Position Yourself for a Job at a Leading Law Firm
January 30, 2026
12:45 – 4:15 PM ET via Zoom
Hear from partners managing prestigious law firms as well as associates and counsel working in various practice areas and geographic locations across the U.S. Each panel will be followed by a
15-minute free-form discussion in virtual break-out rooms. The program is open to all students.
“You’re Hired! Now What? Making A Good Summer and Junior Associate”
Associates working in various practice areas at BakerHostetler, Debevoise & Plimpton, Haynes Boone, Wachtell Lipton, White & Case, and Winston & Strawn will share their personal experiences and tips on how to succeed at elite firms.
“What Do I Want to Practice? Exploring Different Practice Areas”
Panelists will discuss their experience working in various practice areas including Antitrust, Arbitration, Crypto, Employment, Fintech, Funds, Litigation, M&A, Private Equity, Trading Markets and more.
“The Business Behind Law Firms”
Hear from top management at leading law firms and get insight into how law firms are managed and what makes them “tick”. You will gain understanding about the financial aspects behind the legal services curtain and how associates fit into firms’ business models, including the path to promotions and eventual partnership.
The virtual event will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026 from 12:45 PM ET/9:45 PM PT to 4:15 PM ET/1:15 PM PT. Please have interested law students save the date and register to attend by January 23, 2026 at this link.
More information on this event, including the panel topics, speakers, and Zoom link, can be found in the attached flyer and attached agenda.