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The University of York Law Society is currently in its 17th year and is the largest societies on campus. We provide excellent opportunities for both non-law and law students to meet with legal professionals from all walks of life enabling them to gain an understanding of the profession. We offer many opportunities for members to further their career through presentations as well as opportunities to socialise as a society on a variety of nights out. Also keep up to date with our events by following us on Twitter , Instagram and LinkedIn Law Society

Attend “Market Trends Shaping Global Law Firms” with partners from Willkie Farr & Gallagher! 🌐✨Learn directly from firm ...
16/10/2026

Attend “Market Trends Shaping Global Law Firms” with partners from Willkie Farr & Gallagher! 🌐✨

Learn directly from firm partners about the key trends driving top international law firms and how to leverage this commercial insight in your applications.

🗓 21st Oct | ⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Virtual
🔗 Link in bio to sign up!

Our biggest event of the year is finally here… welcome to the Careers Dinner: Winter Garden! ❄️✨  Join us for an unforge...
15/10/2026

Our biggest event of the year is finally here… welcome to the Careers Dinner: Winter Garden! ❄️✨ 

Join us for an unforgettable evening of high-level networking and delicious food! Connect with representatives from top commercial firms and barristers’ chambers, including:

💼 Firms: Sidley, Eversheds Sutherland, Addleshaw Goddard, Hall Brown, Slaughter and May, Walker Morris, and DLA Piper

⚖️ Chambers: Wilberforce Chambers, New Park Court, and Spire Barristers

💡 Plus, tailored guidance at our dedicated Solicitor’s & Bar Advice Tables!

🗓 Friday 13th November | ⏰ 7:00 PM – Late

📍 Malmaison, followed by the Manahatta Afterparty

🎟 Tickets: £38 
Ticket Drops:
🔹 1st Release: Mon 19th Oct at 3 PM
🔹 2nd Release: Wed 21st Oct at 3 PM 

⏰ Set your alarms to grab yours before they sell out!

Tickets are live for NovaLex Europe’s Largest Student Legal Conference! This conference is a part of Legal Pulse and pro...
14/10/2026

Tickets are live for NovaLex Europe’s Largest Student Legal Conference! This conference is a part of Legal Pulse and proudly sponsored by White & Case and Latham & Watkins!🏛️✨ 

Join sessions on M&A, Finance, Energy & Infra, Legal Tech with Latham & Watkins, plus networking & future trainee panels featuring reps from Clifford Chance, A&O Shearman, White & Case, Baker McKenzie, and more! 

🗓 24th Oct | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 KCL Bush House & Virtual
🔗 Link in bio to grab your tickets!

Claim your card. Connect with the committee. 💳✨  A new method of Membership Card Collection is coming to Law Soc! Track ...
13/10/2026

Claim your card. Connect with the committee. 💳✨ 

A new method of Membership Card Collection is coming to Law Soc! Track down a committee member on campus, say hi, and pick up your 2026/27 card. 

Your membership unlocks exclusive access to:
📅 Events
🏷 Discounts
🤝 Networking opportunities 

Keep an eye out for updates on when committee members will be available across campus and grab yours!

Join BPP at their next Virtual Open Evening to find out about their post-graduate law programmes (SQE preparation, barri...
12/10/2026

Join BPP at their next Virtual Open Evening to find out about their post-graduate law programmes (SQE preparation, barrister training course, law conversation course). You will hear from tutors and current students about course structure, funding, pass rates, and lots more - and you will also have the chance to speak to the careers service, pro bono centre and admissions team. Register for your free ticket via link in bio!

Pizza, networking, and careers advice… sounds perfect to me! 🍕✨  Join us for Clifford Chance: Pizza, Pathways, & Progres...
11/10/2026

Pizza, networking, and careers advice… sounds perfect to me! 🍕✨ 

Join us for Clifford Chance: Pizza, Pathways, & Progression to learn how to kickstart your legal career with them! Network with firm representatives, ask your questions, and pick up a free slice of pizza.

🗓 Thursday 22nd Oct | ⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 RCH/248, Ron Cooke Hub, East
🔗 Link in bio to sign up!

Thinking of a career at the Bar? Attend How to Land a Pupillage, an interactive workshop hosted with BPP University! ⚖️✨...
10/10/2026

Thinking of a career at the Bar? Attend How to Land a Pupillage, an interactive workshop hosted with BPP University! ⚖️✨ 

Get practical hints and tips on securing pupillage and learn what you can do right now to maximize your chances of success. Ideal for anyone applying to chambers in the future! 

🗓 8th Oct | ⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Online
🔗 Link in bio to sign up!

Thinking of a career at the Bar? Attend How to Land a Pupillage, an interactive workshop hosted with BPP University! ⚖️✨...
10/10/2026

Thinking of a career at the Bar? Attend How to Land a Pupillage, an interactive workshop hosted with BPP University! ⚖️✨ 

Get practical hints and tips on securing pupillage and learn what you can do right now to maximize your chances of success. Ideal for anyone applying to chambers in the future! 

🗓 8th Oct | ⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 BPP Leeds
🔗 Link in bio to sign up!

Heading to the Law Fair on Oct 21st? Don’t leave without stopping by our Reed Smith Commercial Awareness Workshop right ...
09/10/2026

Heading to the Law Fair on Oct 21st? Don’t leave without stopping by our Reed Smith Commercial Awareness Workshop right after!
Learn what top firms actually look for in candidates and how to make your application stand out.
📍 LMB/002, Law Building | ⏰ 18:00–19:00
🔗 Link in bio to secure your spot!

☕️ Coffee Chat is back!Need to chat through a module, have a question about law school, wondering how to get more involv...
06/10/2026

☕️ Coffee Chat is back!

Need to chat through a module, have a question about law school, wondering how to get more involved, or just want to know what support and resources are available? Come grab a tea or coffee, some snacks, and have a chat with our Wellbeing & Outreach Officers.

No question is too small, and you don’t need to have anything specific to ask - you’re always welcome to stop by!

📍 Main floor of the Law Building, near the revolving doors
🗓️ Every Friday | 12–2 PM

Come chat, grab a drink & take a little break from law school with us 🤍☕️

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