Looking to find out more about the career paths a law degree can open up for you and level up your personal and professional skills? The Law Society's annual Law Students Careers Summit is here to help. 

Open to law students from across NSW and all years of study, the Summit provides an opportunity to find out more from and connect with employers from across the legal profession including representatives from private practice, government departments, in-house corporate teams, community legal centres, law technology providers and much more!

Attendees will also have the chance to obtain professional headshots and enjoy a series of informative sessions and workshops designed to equip you with the knowledge and essential skills to get a headstart in your career. 

The 2026 Law Students Careers Summit will take place on Thursday, 12 March 2026 at the International Convention Centre, Sydney NSW 2000. 

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Not able to attend in person? 
This year, we are pleased to offer an on-demand option whereby those unable to attend in-person will receive recordings of on-the-day presentations after the event. 
Please note that in-person attendees will also receive on-demand access following the event.

EVENT DETAILS

Program Details

Attendees will get to enjoy a curated program of main stage presentations featuring speakers from across the profession as they provide you with the insights and skills you need to get a head start in your career.  

Map your future: A panel discussion on legal career pathways  

Learn more about the career pathways a law degree can open up for you. Our expert panellists from across the legal profession will share their personal journeys, along with tips, advice, and key lessons they’ve learnt along the way to inspire you as you commence your legal career. The discussion will explore both traditional and non-traditional pathways, essential skills for success, and strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. 

Networking 101: Build confidence in professional networking, with Cathryn Urquhart

Build your confidence to network professionally. No-one is born with these skills, but they can be learnt and practised. Starting with the basics, this session focuses on the in-person networking event, including what you need to do to prepare, techniques to assist you at the event, and how to follow up. Self-doubt, nerves and discomfort are normal and can be managed with the right attitude. 

Perfectionism, Performance, and Sustainable Success, Anna Fischer

Perfectionism is a uniquely tempting burden. Striving for excellence helps students and early career solicitors achieve incredible things, but true perfectionism is something different — and worse. This session will look at what perfectionism is, what it does to our brains, bodies, and relationships, and how we can neutralise certain harmful patterns of thinking in order to progress our careers sustainably.  

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