The Women’s Law Coalition (WLC) and Women of Color Collective (WOCC) are thrilled to host Career Day on March 14th and 15th, 2025. Career Day is devoted to building relationships among current Cornell Law women and women legal professionals who are Cornell alumnae! The event is full of great opportunities for Cornell Law women to connect with professionals in various legal areas through panel sessions, mock interviews, one-on-one networking, and socializing.

Friday, March 14

6:00-8:00 PM
Park Atrium, Statler Hall

Welcome Mixer

Kick off the weekend with a friendly cocktail mixer. Drinks and snacks will be provided.

Saturday, March 15

9:00-10:00 AM
The Gallery
Myron Taylor Hall

Welcome Coffee Hour and Registration

Stop by The Gallery to chat with attorneys over breakfast and coffee to start the day!

Students will register outside of Room 184 in the Gallery.

10:00-11:00 AM
Landis Auditorium,
184 Myron Taylor Hall

Women in Big Law

Students will learn about the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of women navigating careers in big law. Our panelists will share advice regarding choosing a practice area, networking, and general tips for success as a woman in big law.

11:00-11:15 AM
The Gallery

Snack Break

Take a few minutes to relax, grab a cup of coffee, and chat before delving into our next panel.

11:15-12:15 pm
Landis Auditorium, 184 Myron Taylor Hall

Public Interest Panel

This panel will discuss how to land a career in public interest while sharing the wide array of challenges and opportunities within the public interest sector.

12:30-1:30 PM
The Gallery

Lunch

Enjoy lunch with the panelists in both of our public and private sectors programs. This informal lunch is a great opportunity to ask any follow-up questions from the panel discussions.

1:30-2:30 PM
Landis Auditorium,
184 Myron Taylor Hall

Unwritten Rules

A panel of attorneys will share the inside scoop on unwritten rules of practice and why recognizing and understanding them are essential for success.


Closing Remarks

Casey O’Neill, Vice-President of Women’s Law Coalition, will deliver closing remarks. Students who signed up for mock interviews will then proceed to their designated interview.

3:00 – 5:00 PM
Individually Assigned

Mock Interviews

Students will participate in mock interviews with participating attorneys throughout the law school and virtually.

Sponsors

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Fried Frank logo
Latham & Watkins logo
Paul Hastings logo
Paul Weiss logo
Sidley logo
Simpson Thacher logo
Weil logo

Email cls_studentactivities@cornell.edu to learn more about supporting our 2024-2025 Career Days!