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Non-Law Business Job Search Presentation
OnlineThinking about the possibility of a non-law business job for a summer or at some point after law school? Wondering if your background and experience might be a good fit for consulting firms, venture capital firms, private equity funds, investment banking or business/corporate development positions? Join OCS for an informal presentation on searching for a […]
1L Coffee Chat with Dawn Smalls (SLS ’03)
@ SLS: Cooley Courtyard 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesPlease join Dawn Smalls (SLS '03), partner at Jenner & Block for an afternoon meet & greet. Come stop by for a coffee and to talk with Dawn about her experiences at SLS and as a practicing attorney at a law firm.
How to Stop Being a Lawyer
OnlineWatch the event Regardless of how their legal careers take shape, at some point, many SLS grads express a desire to move outside of the law. But those without prior business experience or a dual professional degree often struggle to be seen as anything 'but a lawyer.' In this Zoom event, Faris Ali Mohiuddin, BA […]
Fall 2022 OCI Orientation
@ SLS: Room 190 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesLearn how to maximize your OCI experience: Who is coming to OCI? Should I participate? Key dates Overview of the bidding process Researching employers Dual PI/PS searches Splitting your 2L summer Initial Fall 2022 OCS one-on-one advising appointments Attendance is strongly encouraged for those planning to participate in Fall OCI and is a prerequisite before meeting […]
Lunch Talk with Honorable Michelle T. Friedland, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
@ SLS: Room 280B Crown Quadrangle, 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesJoin Professor Michelle Anderson in conversation with SLS Alumna Judge Michelle T. Friedland, BS '94, JD '00. Judge Friedland will answer questions about appellate advocacy, her path to the bench, work/life balance, the clerkship application process, and how to serve as a successful law clerk
OCS and Levin Center Present: Preparing for Summer Internships
OnlineDo you want to learn about how to maximize your summer internship experience? Come learn about how to build connections and gain skills to make the most of this summer. This program is a joint session with the Levin Center and OCS (Office of Career Services). Zeenat Basrai and Shafaq Khan will be hosting this event.
Clerkships: Preparing to Apply – Part III
OnlineIn the conclusion of our three-part series, join Michelle Anderson and Nicole Pitman to review the timeline leading up to the Hiring Plan date of June 13. Our topics for this session: - identifying whether a judge is accepting applications, - requesting letters of recommendation for judges in CAM, - strategies for requesting recommender calls and creating your Top Ten […]
SLS Alumni on Judicial Clerkships: What Does a Clerk Do and What’s In It for You?
OnlineJoin us to hear recent SLS alumni talk about their judicial clerkships. The panelists will answer your questions and address topics including: - the daily tasks of a clerk, - the benefits of clerking, - the differences between clerking on district and appellate courts, - how to decide when to apply and when to clerk, […]
US Legal Market Overview and Job Search Workshop
@ SLS: Room 190 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesThis workshop is for the Advanced Degree students who are interested in looking for private sector opportunities in the U.S. The workshop will discuss job search and research strategies as well outreach to legal employers.
Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
@ SLS: Room 180 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesThis workshop is for the Advanced Degree students who are interested in looking for private sector opportunities in the U.S. This interactive workshop is designed to help students convert their CVs to U.S. style resumes. There are 2 sessions of this workshop. Information about how to sign up will be sent to the advanced degree […]
Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
@ SLS: Room 180 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesThis workshop is for the Advanced Degree students who are interested in looking for private sector opportunities in the U.S. This interactive workshop is designed to help students convert their CVs to U.S. style resumes. There are 2 sessions of this workshop. If you participated in the Summer Resume Review program and have had your […]
Building Meaningful Connections for the International Student Workshop
@ SLS: Room 180 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesThis workshop for the Advanced Degree students who would like to grow their networking skills U.S. style. Finding a job and expanding your professional reach here in the U.S. require substantial amounts of networking and building meaningful connections. Come learn about how to begin networking, what techniques you can use to build connections and what resources are […]
Lunch Talk with Justice Daniel E. Winfree of the Alaska Supreme Court
@ SLS: Room 280A Crown Quadrangle, 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesAn informal meeting with Justice Daniel E. Winfree of the Alaska Supreme Court; Justice Winfree is a third-generation Alaskan, and he has spent most of his life in Fairbanks. He’ll be discussing clerkship opportunities with Alaska’s courts and provide some insight into living in Alaska’s varied communities. Anyone considering a future clerkship or generally interested in Alaska’s legal community is invited […]
1L Private Sector Job Search Workshop
@ SLS: Room 180 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesLearn about starting your private sector job search, market realities, available resources and what you can do now to prepare.
1L Private Sector Job Search Workshop (Make-up Session)
@ SLS: Room 280B Crown Quadrangle, 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesLearn about starting your private sector job search, market realities, available resources and what you can do now to prepare.
NY (Columbia) and West Coast (UCLA) Job Fair Preparation Session
@ SLS: Room 180 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesThis workshop is for the Advanced Degree students who are interested in looking for private sector opportunities in the U.S. Please be sure to attend this workshop if you are interested in learning more about the NYC and LA job fairs and how to apply for positions.
1L Resume Workshop
@ SLS: Room 180 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesLegal resumes have a distinct format. We’ll help you tailor your resume to emphasize your skills and experience for the legal market.
1L Resume Workshop
@ SLS: Room 180 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesLegal resumes have a distinct format. We’ll help you tailor your resume to emphasize your skills and experience for the legal market.
1L Interview Workshop
@ SLS: Room 180 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesNeed help with your interviewing skills? Join OCS and Levin Center advisors for a program to help you put your best foot forward! Hear what employers are looking for in candidates, how to highlight your best skills and how to answer to the tough questions.
LLM Interview Workshop
@ SLS: Room 280B Crown Quadrangle, 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesThis workshop is for the Advanced Degree students. This workshop will cover interview preparation for job interviews in the U.S. and provide students with an opportunity to practice interview skills.
LLM Networking Workshop and Reception
@ SLS: Room 280B Crown Quadrangle, 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesThis program is for our Advanced Degree students. We will have a fun interactive networking workshop with a wonderful guest speaker. A reception will follow in Cooley Courtyard. Networking is an important skill that can help with business development as well as career development. We have invited Jill Wesley, a corporate trainer, to lead an […]
1L Judicial Externships Student Panel
@ SLS: Room 180 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesMembers of the Class of 2024 will discuss their judicial externships, including the application process, types of assignments, interaction with judges and clerks, and opportunities to view court proceedings.
Careers in Climate: Impact EC/VC
@ SLS: Room 190 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesThis event is open to SLS and GSB students only. A conversation with associates at local firms who have an emerging companies / venture capital practice that focuses on organizations doing social impact or climate work, either as mission-driven for-profits or as PBCs / non-profits. Joining the panel are: Jesse Finfrock Jesse is an attorney […]
1L Spotlight Lunch – M&A
@ SLS: Room 95 Crown Quadrangle, 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesThe speakers will be Keith Flaum and Debbie Oh from Hogan Lovells.
1L Diversity Fellowship Student Panel
@ SLS: Room 180 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesPlease join us for a discussion on how to identify and apply for law firm diversity fellowships. The panel will be made up of 2Ls and 3Ls who worked at […]