OCS Peer Adviser Workshop: Networking
OCS’s 3L Peer Advisers will share tips and advice on the process, norms, and strategies of networking for Big Law recruiting as a 1L. Students can share challenges or questions that have come up in their firm event experiences so far, and get advice on making the most of the Firm Fair and other networking opportunities coming […]
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. Persons with disabilities who wish to request accommodations or who have questions about access, please contact ocs@law.harvard.edu […]
OCS Peer Adviser Resume & Cover Letter Workshop
In a small group setting, 1Ls will work with OCS’s 3L Peer Advisers on how to draft a professional, impressive resume and a persuasive cover letter for the private sector. Students can either bring their application materials to the workshop or take notes for later. Feel free to bring your lunch. Held in WCC 3013.
Panel of Judicial Clerks
What do law clerks for judges actually do? How does the job vary by type of court and judge? Does clerking help with imposter syndrome? Why and how should you research judges in advance? What does the application process look like from the inside? How can you make the most of a clerkship once you […]
OCS Peer Adviser Workshop: Researching Firms for International JDs
This workshop will include tips about the big law job search strategy with a focus on the unique concerns of international JD students. Bring your lunch and your questions to an informal meeting with OCS’s Peer Advisers, Mihaela Esanu and Meghna Adhikari. We will cover useful resources (such as Chambers), timing considerations, and networking tips.
Texas Market Lunch
Thinking about private practice in Houston, Dallas, Austin, or another Texas market? Learn about the Texas legal market from an expert legal headhunter. Topics covered will include hot practice areas and the industries that drive the market. Join remotely via Zoom or RSVP to join us live for lunch in WCC 2004.
Texas Market 1:1 Office Hours with Tim Regan (virtual)
Sign up for a 20-minute meeting with Texas legal market headhunter, Tim Regan of ELR Legal Search to get your questions answered about the Texas legal market(s). Book a time here. Zoom link and info on a room to call from will be shared with confirmed RSVP’d attendees.
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. Held in WCC 1015. This program will be recorded and posted to the OCS website for those unable to attend. Lunch will be served. […]
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. Persons with disabilities who wish to […]
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. Lunch will be served, RSVP requested. Register here. Please contact ocs@law.harvard.edu with any dietary restrictions at least three business days prior to the event. […]
Boston Market 1:1 Office Hours
Sign up for a 20-minute meeting with Boston legal market headhunter, Mary D’Eramo of ElevateMestel to get your questions answered about the Boston legal market. RSVP Required.
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, RSVP requested. Register here. Please contact ocs@law.harvard.edu with any dietary restrictions at least […]
Meet the Judge: Hon. David K. Thomson, Supreme Court of New Mexico
Justice David K. Thomson, of the Supreme Court of New Mexico, previously served as a state trial judge in the First Judicial District, in the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General as a litigation attorney and later as Deputy Attorney General, and as a solo practitioner. He also clerked for United States District Judge […]
Meet the Judge: Hon. Ana de Alba, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Judge Ana de Alba of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit was previously a partner at a civil litigation law firm, helped found a Workers’ Rights Clinic, and served as a judge on the Fresno County Superior Court and as the first Latina District Judge on the Eastern District of California. President […]
Inside Litigation Boutiques
Curious about how litigation boutiques differ from traditional Big Law firms? Join us for a panel featuring attorneys from leading litigation boutiques as they discuss what sets these firms apart. Learn how their recruitment process works, what qualities they look for in candidates, and how to gauge whether a boutique environment is right for you. […]
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. Persons with disabilities who wish to request accommodations or who have […]
Meet the Judge: Hon. Joseph Bianco, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and Hon. Nusrat Choudhury, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
Time change: 10:15 – 11:00 am Hear from these judges about their prior careers, lawyering, judging, and clerking and ask questions in a face-to-face, small group setting. Attendees consent through their registration to the program being recorded. Register by Wednesday, November 18, at 11:59pm. Location will be shared with confirmed RSVP’d attendees. Persons with disabilities […]

