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Law Firm Research
Resources for finding key statistics and factors that are important to you.
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Legal Markets
Find everything you need to know about legal markets throughout the U.S. and Internationally.
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Practice Areas
Most attorneys specialize in a particular area of law. While you do not need to decide on a practice area right away, learning which ones may be of interest to you will help you focus your job search.
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Practice Settings
Get information on the different types of law firms, solo practice, investment banking, management consulting, and more.
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Networking and Events
Get info on OCS events, a step-by-step guide to networking, finding alumni, and informational interviews.
OCS Podcasts and Videos
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Practice Area Podcast Series
Our podcast series featuring industry leaders from within and outside of HLS will help you determine which area of practice best suits you.
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Beyond Big Law Podcast Series
Hear experts’ thoughts on practice areas outside of big law.
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OCS Program Library
Browse our library of videos from past OCS programs and events.
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Clerkship Program Library
Watch recorded programs that focus on Judicial Clerkships.
Popular Resources for Practice Settings
Popular Resources for Legal Markets
Popular Resources for Career Research
Popular Resources for Networking and Attending Employer Events
Updates from Hire Ground
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Practice Area Podcasts
As you look ahead to your summer job, you may be asked about your practice area interests. Our Practice Area Podcast Series can be a great resource for identifying practice areas of interest to you. Each podcast is a short (typically 20 minutes) one-on-one interview with an attorney about their practice, including an overview of
January 9, 2025
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3L Peer Adviser J-Term Hours
We encourage you to meet with OCS advisers, but you may also be interested in connecting with a 3L who has “been there and done that.” Our 3L Peer Adviser, Nick Rosshirt has been there before and is available to talk and offer advice during J-Term. Whether you are preparing applications, interviewing, or just want
January 2, 2025
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Employer Events Over Winter Break
As you look ahead to winter break, note that some firms will host receptions and other events for 1Ls during the break. Often referred to as “home for the holidays” events, firms will host in-person events in different locations throughout the country. If you are able to attend, you can use these events to learn
November 21, 2024
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Where to Find Job Postings
As you begin (or start to think about) applying to 1L summer jobs, you may be wondering where to find job postings. Your first stop should be the HLS Job Bank in CSM. You may also search LinkedIn.com/jobs for legal internship postings, particularly opportunities with in-house legal departments. OPIA’s Public Interest Job Search Boards and
November 19, 2024
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Law Firm Fundamentals and Practice Areas Webinar With Hotshot
Wondering how to learn what Big Law practice is all about? As a law student it can be challenging to determine what attorneys in firms actually do day-to-day. Hotshot is a video-based learning platform for lawyers and law students that you have access to as an HLS student. Hotshot offers over 300 short, practical videos
November 14, 2024