Break into Practice: 1L Career Summit

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Profile Picture: Please upload a .jpg or .png file that will be showcased to other users inside the conference. You will be able to edit this any time leading up to the conference. (optional)

Status: Please note this conference is designed for 1L Students

What was your undergraduate degree-granting university?

What law school do you attend?

Where (geographic) do you intend to practice law upon graduation? This may help us law firms identify you as a good fit.

Where do you currently practice?

What law school did you graduate from?

Please list your title and what law school you currently work at.

Resume: Please upload a .docx or .pdf file of your resume that will be showcased to other users, including law schools and law firms, inside the conference. You will be able to edit this at any time leading up to the conference.

I identify as a first-generation college student/graduate.

I identify as a first-generation law school student or lawyer.

I identify as... (select all that apply)

I identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community.

What area of law are you interested in practicing? This field will be visible to other users and panelists inside the conference. You will be able to edit this at any time leading up to the conference. (Select all that apply)

1L Professional Development Lab

As part of the Break Into Practice Conference, 1Ls may register for one 20-minute, one-on-one session with a practicing attorney. You may choose to receive feedback on either your resume, cover letter, or interview skills.

Spots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Sessions will take place between 5:15 – 7:30 pm ET (specific time requests cannot be accommodated).
Students may only register for one session.

Click here to sign up

If you are not assigned a one-on-one session, you are still encouraged to join our open attorney-led workshops (no sign-up required):

5:15 – 6:00 pm ET: Mastering Legal Resumes
6:00 – 6:45 pm ET: Cover Letters That Get Noticed
6:45 – 7:30 pm ET: Ace Your Law Firm Interviews

How did you hear about our conference?

Have you previously attended the Break into Law (pre-law) Conference?

Do you have an LSAC Fee Waiver?

Have you previously utilized Barrier Breakers services (advising, boot camps, courses)?

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Do you consent to sharing your resume and contact information with participating law firms after the conference?

Our conference is donation–optional. All proceeds will benefit our 501(c)(3) organization Barrier Breakers® and are tax-deductible. If you would like to make a donation, you can visit https://givebutter.com/firstgen