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Bright Network Future Lawyers 2024

2 Sep 2024, 11 a.m. — Virtual
Application deadline was 29th August 2024, 11:59 p.m.

Get your foot in the door with top firms at Future Lawyers ⚖️

This autumn, we're kicking off our events season with Future Lawyers - a prestigious event for ambitious law students where you can network with leading law firms.

 

Date: 2nd September 2024

Location: virtual (Zoom Events)

🗓️ Agenda | 🤝 DEI&B and accessibility

 

Join virtually on 2nd September to:

  • Learn how to ace your training contract applications through skill-building sessions with early careers teams
  • Elevate your CV, industry knowledge and commercial awareness
  • Network with Baker McKenzie, Clifford Chance, Watson, Farley & Williams, and more esteemed legal firms 

 

*Sponsorship opportunities with participating employers may be limited for attendees without the permanent right to work in the UK

Why attend

Master face-to-face interview and psychometric test technique through valuable skill sessions

Learn what to expect from a career in law from current trainees and partners

Ask questions to a range of firm representatives during dedicated networking sessions

Who can attend

Undergraduate law students studying at a UK university, graduating in 2025, 2026 or 2027

On track for at least a 2:1 and have demonstrated academic excellence throughout their education

Additional skills gained from extracurricular activities/work experience will be viewed favourably

Employers joining us

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Schedule

2 Sep 2024

11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Log on and peer networking/ice breaker activity hosted by the Student Leadership Board

11:30 a.m. - noon

Welcome and keynote talk

noon - 1 p.m.

Panel discussion: What to expect in Commercial Law

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Networking

You'll get dedicated time to ask questions and connect with each firm on camera and via the chat.

2 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

Break

2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Panel discussion: Top tips for obtaining vacation schemes and training contracts

3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Networking

You'll get dedicated time to ask questions and connect with each firm on camera and via the chat.

4:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Break

4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

Skills session

5:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Wrap up & close

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Frequently asked questions

Please note all timings on the agenda for Bright Network Future Lawyers correspond with British Summer Time (BST).

If you have any questions about attending Bright Network Future Lawyers, we have gathered all the most frequently asked questions here.

For information on inclusivity measures at the event, take a look at the Future Lawyers 2024 resource hub.

You can also take a look at our Support Hub for further questions. If you require anything else, please get in touch with our Events Team - events@brightnetwork.co.uk. 

To confirm your place at the event, you may be contacted by call or text by the Bright Network team. Please make sure your details are all correct and up-to-date on your profile.