LLM Series: Job Search Materials
Professional job search documents are the foundation for every successful LL.M. job search. Attend this session to learn the basics about how to draft a U.S. style resume and cover letter, how to choose a writing sample, and how to create a list of references. This event will be recorded and posted to the OCS […]
LLM Series: Intro to the Overseas-Trained LLM Interview Program
Come to this information session to learn more about the 2026 Overseas-Trained LL.M. Interview Program (“The LLM Job Fair”). Among other things, we will discuss how the job fair will works and outline important upcoming deadlines. Attendance is encouraged even if you are not yet sure whether you will participate. Lunch will be served. This […]
Student Perspectives on Engaging with Faculty
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Litigation vs. Corporate
Do you know what type of law you want to practice? Hear attorneys from O’Melveny & Myers discuss the merits of the two largest practice areas in Big Law. They’ll discuss what they do, why they chose it, and whether it was what they expected they would be doing when they were 1Ls.
Judicial Clerkships 101
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Anatomy of a Deal
How exactly do you put together a multi-billion-dollar deal involving multiple parties and jurisdictions? Attorneys from Cleary Gottlieb will walk us through the elements of a cross-border transaction and the legal issues that arise.
LLM Series: Networking
Networking is a vitally important part of your LL.M. job search. Many law firm jobs are obtained, or sometimes even created, through networking. Attend this program to learn what networking is and how to creatively and professionally network your way to a job. Lunch will be served. This program will be recorded and posted to […]
2L Judicial Clerkship Update and Q&A
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Law Firm Kickoff Reception – Practice Areas
With a focus on law firm practice areas, our first reception of the school year will feature more than 80 practitioners from a variety of specialties and firms across the country. RSVP requested – link incoming.
DC Market Lunch
Heard the phrase “government-facing work”? Want to learn what that means? Come learn about DC legal market from an expert headhunter. Topics covered will include hot practice areas and the industries that drive the market. Lunch will be served. Please contact ocs@law.harvard.edu with any dietary restrictions at least three business days prior to the event.
Business of Law
The managing partners of Paul Hastings dive behind the scenes to discuss law firms’ bottom lines. From the billable hour, to practice area profitability, to fee structures and realization, join us to understand the business side of law.
Panel of Judicial Clerks
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LLM Series: Interviewing
An interview is your chance to showcase your qualifications and enthusiasm for a law firm position. Attend this session to learn how to prepare for and succeed in your US-style interviews. Lunch will be served. This program will be recorded and posted to the OCS website for those unable to attend.
International Student Q&A
International JD Students have unique concerns when seeking summer, and ultimately post-graduate, employment. Bring your lunch and your questions to an informal meeting with OCS’s Yih-hsien Shen and OPIA’s Jillian Tuck. Let us dispel rumors, address fears, and provide you with suggestions to help you in your job search.
Firm Fair
Mark your calendar for the can’t miss event of the semester: OCS’ Firm Fair. Over 700 law firm offices recruit HLS students each year! Firm Fair offers you the chance to meet with law firm representatives, ask questions, and start to learn which firms will be of interest to you. Stop by any time during […]
Boston Market Lunch
Enjoying Boston? Interested in life sciences/tech? Come learn about the Boston legal market from an expert legal headhunter. Topics covered will include hot practice areas and the industries that drive the market.
California Market Lunch
Do you believe the West Coast is the best coast? Come learn about the Northern and Southern California legal markets from an expert legal headhunter. Topics covered will include hot practice areas and the industries that drive the markets. Lunch will be served. Please contact ocs@law.harvard.edu with any dietary restrictions at least three business days […]
Last Call Reception
Attend our last reception of the semester to learn more about the firms you are seriously considering as well as those you may have missed, so that you can confidently answer the question: ‘Why are you interested in applying to our firm?” RSVP requested – link incoming.