Week of October 28
Stay up-to-date and register for upcoming events at the BCLT Student Events website.
Upcoming Student Events
BCLT Lunch Talk: Privacy & Cybersecurity
Tues, Oct 29 | 1-2 PM | Room 100
Join BCLT for a dynamic panel discussion with Jones Day and White & Case attorneys to gain more insight into the practice areas of privacy and cybersecurity. RSVP only if you can stay for the entire presentation.
1L Career Paths in Privacy & Cybersecurity
Thurs, Nov 7 | 6-8 PM | Freehouse (Back Patio)
At this event, you will have the opportunity to learn about the possible career paths, development opportunities, firm cultures, and possible next steps for entry-level recruiting. It is also an opportunity for you to build relationships with attorneys from many firms and to get your questions answered.
Because this program is linked to entry-level positions, it is reserved for 1L students considering a summer-associate position in either of their 1L or 2L summers. Students who register for this event will receive a list of firms and attorneys attending the event.
NEW! Student Opportunities
Careers in Tech and International Law
Join the UC Berkeley Institute of International Studies for an insightful talk with Cindy Cohn, Executive Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), as she shares her remarkable career journey at the intersection of technology and international law. Cindy will discuss her experiences advocating for digital rights, navigating legal challenges in the tech world, and her path to becoming a leader in one of the most influential organizations in internet law.
White & Case is hosting a series of webinars in the coming weeks highlighting some of their practice areas across the firm! You will hear from associates and partners on what they do in their practice and what you could expect if you join their group. The next webinar is Wed, October 30 at 5:00 PM PT and it will discuss the topic of Intellectual Property. See the other topics below in the invitation and register for the events you are interested in!
Join Berkeley Law Professor Chris Hoofnagle in a conversation with Dr. Samantha Ravich, Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation Chair at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies! They will discuss the topics of illicit finance and cyber-enabled economic warfare. The event will be held on Tuesday, November 12 from 4-6 PM in Room 100.
Wilson Sonsini is pleased to announce this year’s 1L Virtual Diversity Summit on November 15, 2024! The Wilson Sonsini 1L Virtual Diversity Summit is an enriching program, connecting law students across the country. This program is open to all first-year law students who are in the JD graduating class of 2027. Register through the event website by Wed, Nov 13 at 5:00 PM (PT), deadline extended. Space is limited!
- Event Website/Registration
- Submit questions via email here: lawstudents@wsgr.com
Fish & Richardson is excited to invite Berkeley Law 1L students to attend an upcoming virtual information session: Why I Chose Fish as an IP Law Student. It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the field of IP law, the firm’s culture, and the exciting opportunities available through their Summer Associate Program. Learn more and sign up for one of their sessions (November 1 or 6) through the flyer below!
Weil is excited to host a series of webinars for first-year law students throughout the 2024-2025 academic year. Join to learn more about Weil, their attorneys, culture and top-ranked practices! The webinar schedule will be available shortly.
- Register
- November 6th kick-off, Navigating the Recruiting Process Invitation
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