Events
Warwick Law School Events
Find out what's happening
There are lots of exciting events happening within the Law School. Plus there are many other University and external events which may be of interest. We have therefore collated them all into one central calendar to help you choose which you would like to attend.
Thu 15 Oct, '20- |
BPP National Law FairFor students seeking employment at firms with a national or international presence. |
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Thu 15 Oct, '20- |
Opportunities for growth in the post-Covid worldJoin lawyers from the firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher for a panel discussion and virtual networking. |
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Fri 16 Oct, '20- |
Mooting Breakout Session #1: Research & Skeleton ArgumentMS TeamsAn in-depth session teaching you how to prepare for a moot, approach a moot problem, conduct legal research and draft a skeleton argument. |
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Sat 17 Oct, '20- |
The Bar Council's Pupillage Fair 2020Free online event designed in partnership with the Inns of Court and Specialist Bar Associations. Recruitment fair run by the Bar for the Bar of the future. |
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Mon 19 Oct, '20- |
Warwick Bar Society Bar Advocacy Competition WorkshopAn interactive workshop designed to support everyone who is interested in applying to the Bar Advocacy Competition, the biggest advocacy competition at Warwick! The workshop will include demos on how to perform bail applications, pleas in mitigation hearings and witness examinations! |
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Mon 19 Oct, '20- |
A&O HK Applications and Interview Skills WorkshopTime is HK Time. During this session we will provide guidance on how to approach our 2020 virtual assessment & selection process. We will also share some hints and tips for CVs and written applications. Deadline for Registration: 14 October |
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Mon 19 Oct, '20- |
The Political LawyerThomas Grant QC: This lecture will examine – and celebrate – the work of lawyers who have crossed the usual lines and worked for political change. It will look at the life of South African advocate Bram Fischer, who defended Nelson Mandela at the Rivonia trial, and was himself prosecuted for sabotage and sentenced to life in prison. |
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Mon 19 Oct, '20- |
What type of solicitor do you want to be?BPP i-Opening webinar. Access careers advice from practising lawyers, from the comfort of your own home. |
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Mon 19 Oct, '20- |
Hogan Lovells Virtual Evening ReceptionGet a glimpse into the kind of firm we are, meet our partners, associates, trainees and graduate recruitment team to explore our range of practice areas and learn about our opportunities. Spaces for this event run out fast. |
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Tue 20 Oct, '20- |
Baker McKenzie Black Lawyers & Allies Open DayOpportunity to network with the firm's lawyers, take part in interactive workshops and learn Baker McKenzie’s top tips for applications. Application deadline: 1 October 2020 |
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Tue 20 Oct, '20- |
How to research law firms and barrister sets with Chambers StudentThis session will be an introduction on how to use the resources provided by Chambers Student Guide to research legal employers and kickstart your career. |
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Tue 20 Oct, '20- |
Virtual Open Evening - BTCSpeak with tutors about studying the Barrister Training Course (BTC) and LLM Legal Practice (Bar) at BPP. |
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Wed 21 Oct, '20- |
Law School Research Seminar - Professor James Harrison, University of WarwickFree Trade Agreements and Global Labour Governance: European Union's Trade-Labour in a Value Chain World (Routledge 2020) Discussant - Rafael Quintero Godinez (WLS) |
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Wed 21 Oct, '20- |
Bright Network: Proud to BThis October, we’re looking for 50 of our brightest LGBTQ+ and ally members with an authentic passion for inclusion and diversity to join us for Proud to B. |
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Wed 21 Oct, '20- |
BLS Gender and the Law group event on sexual assault on campusSpeakers will be Dr. Sinéad Ring (Maynooth) and Alice King (Warwick). A Zoom link will be sent out to those who have registered. |
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Wed 21 Oct, '20- |
Life as an employment lawyer - with Burges SalmonVirtual event for students interested in employment law. |
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Wed 21 Oct, '20- |
A&O HK Virtual Information Session and PanelTime is HK Time. Presenters will talk about their experiences on the vacation scheme and the training contract. They will also provide their insights on how best to approach the application process. Deadline for Registration: 14 October |
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Thu 22 Oct, '20- |
Essential skills for Gen Z lawyers WebinarCheekyLittleCareers is delighted to be collaborating with Solicitors Qualifying Exam prep course provider BARBRI to bring aspiring lawyers Business Skills Webinars, presented by our associate editor and former magic circle lawyer, Husnara Begum. |
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Thu 22 Oct, '20- |
Navigating a challenging labour market post COVID-19The only constant in 2020 has been uncertainty. Graduates across the world are facing a turbulent job market with fewer roles and greater competition. Yet some sectors are thriving in a pandemic environment and young entrepreneurs are starting up businesses that cater to our new normal. |
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Thu 22 Oct, '20- |
Physics at Work: a career in patent lawPatent Attorneys are specialist legal advisers, similar to solicitors, who advise their clients on how to protect their inventions by means of patents and other types of intellectual property. |
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Thu 22 Oct, '20- |
Mooting Breakout Session #2: Performance & EtiquetteAn in-depth and interactive session on advocacy and delivery in a moot court. |
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Thu 22 Oct, '20- |
Space Law Talk with Dr. Christoph BeischlDr. Christoph Beischl from London Insitute for Space Policy & Law (ISPL) will explore the fascinating area of Space Law, followed by Q&A. |
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Thu 22 Oct, '20- |
Law School Public Lecture: Exposing Collaborators: Lessons for Law and Transitional JusticeOur next Public Lecture will be held virtually on Thursday 22 October at 5pm. ‘Exposing Collaborators: Lessons for Law and Transitional Justice’ Mark Drumbl (Washington and Lee University) and Barbora Hola (Free University Amsterdam) |
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Thu 22 Oct, '20- |
Inner Temple Insight Event: Becoming a BarristerHear from practising barristers about their experiences, from gaining pupillage to their careers thus far. Find out how The Inner Temple can support you through funding and more, on your way to becoming a Barrister. |
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Fri 23 Oct, '20- |
GLOBE Centre Reading GroupEmpire Reading Group: De Soto and Vitoria on dominium Location: Virtually on the GLOBE Team. In conjunction with CCLS, this year's reading group theme will be Empire. We have a serious of readings discussions designed to interweave with the CCLS reading group schedule. In week 3 we look at the relationship between the Scholastic concept of dominium and the origins of colonial empires in the work of the Salamanca School of the C16th. The session will be led by Dr Stephen Connelly. |
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Fri 23 Oct, '20- |
Law Society QuizGroups of 6 will work together through a series of questions and tasks on Teams for a prize! |
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Sat 24 Oct, '20 |
Virtual Open DayFind out more about studying law at Warwick. |
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Mon 26 Oct, '20 |
Virtual Open DayFind out more about studying law at Warwick. |
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Mon 26 Oct, '20 - Fri 30 Oct, '20All-day |
PinkNews Futures ConferenceRuns from Monday, October 26 to Friday, October 30. Online careers conference for LGBT+ young people. Are you looking to explore the next steps in your career? We have a week of inspirational speakers, coaching sessions, skills workshops and careers fair lined up. |
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Mon 26 Oct, '20- |
How to Network with Law Firms at a Law FairA practical guide to networking and taking advantage of opportunities. A Bright Network Event with Warwick alumnus Jake Schogger. |
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