We know this can be a stressful time. You’re new to law school, and you’re already being asked to write a resume, network, interview, and figure out what kind of law you want to practice. We’re here to help.
One this page, you’ll find videos and other content we’ve made to help you explore the possibilities open to you and prepare for your job search. We hope they’re helpful! If there are other topics you’d like us to address, or if you just have questions, please reach out to our recruiting team!
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BCLT Recruiting, Researching, and Interviewing Video Series
Together with our friends at the Berkeley Center on Law and Technology, we made a series of videos from our recruiting team and other business professionals providing tips on how to research and interview with law firms. The nine videos in this series are:
- Community Impact at Law Firms: How to Research It to Find the Right Firm for You
- How to Make the Most Out of Your Summer
- How to Network with Law Firms Effectively
- Navigating the Recruiting Timeline—What is the new normal?
- Navigating Firm Choices (Part 1): How to Choose a Practice Area
- Navigating Firm Choices (Part 2): How to Choose an Office of a Multi-Office Firm
- Patent Agents, Patent Lawyers, and Unique Career Paths
- Tips for Successful Video Interviews
- Understanding Law Firm Pro Bono
Summer Associate Hub Videos
Our attorneys and recruiters have participated in a number of panels with Summer Associate Hub over the past few years. These panels are designed to introduce 1Ls to practice areas and provide advice from our experts on thriving in the recruiting process. Links to view them are below!
- Fall 2025 Law Firm Summer Program Showcase with Cherie Beffa, Chief Attorney Recruiting Officer
- Junior Associate Q&A 2025, with Emily Gottfredson, Corporate associate, Palo Alto
- Recruiting Director Q&A 2025, with Cherie Beffa, Chief Attorney Recruiting Officer
- Introduction to Transactional Practice Areas 2025, with Christina Poulsen, Corporate partner, Palo Alto
- Litigation Practice Showcase 2024, with Moe Fodeman, Litigation partner, New York
- NYC Location Showcase 2024, with Seth Flaum, Technology Transactions partner, New York
