The majority of Pre-Law Advising events and programs are offered during the early stages of the application process in the fall term. These events are open to everyone but would be especially informative for seniors and alumni who are currently applying to law school and juniors who plan to apply in the near future. 

February 18, 5:30pm. Conversation with Deborah Witzburg, Inspector General of Chicago. We will be hosting a conversation with Brown alum, Deborah Witzburg, where she'll share first hand insights into oversight work, government accountability, and building a career in public service.  You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and gain personalized advice. Please RSVP to receive the zoom link.

Events hosted by other organizations are listed for your information only and do not represent an endorsement by Brown or the Pre-Law Advising office. All times are in Eastern standard unless otherwise noted.

February 18, 5:30pm. Pre Law Event with Chicago’s Inspector General. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from one of our distinguished alumni Deborah Witzburg, now serving as Chicago’s Inspector General.  She’ll share first hand insights into oversight work, government accountability, and building a career in public service. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and gain personalized advice. Please RSVP to attend.

Disclaimer: The listings here are provided as a benefit and a resource to students. Brown does not endorse or promote any particular third party entity’s program. The linked opportunities will take you to the third party provider’s website where you can obtain information about the specific program or opportunity. You can then determine on your own whether you are eligible and interested in applying or participating.

Posted 2/3/26

Job Opportunity: Judicial Assistant (JA) on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit. Judge Brad Garcia is searching for a judicial assistant who would start in August 2025. Current seniors and recent graduates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience. This opportunity provides exposure to the inner workings of a judge’s chambers and would be an invaluable experience for recent graduates interested in law school. For more information, read over the job description. 

Discover Law Undergraduate Scholars Program. The University of Buffalo School of Law created the Discover Law Program to provide an immersive experience for undergraduates interested in pursuing a career in law, expose students to critical thinking and help them develop reading and analytical skills, and provide an in-depth and thorough experience in a four-week residential summer program. Learn more about the program here.

Columbia Undergraduate Law Review. The Columbia Undergraduate Law Review is accepting submissions for its Spring 2026 Print Journal. Article submissions are due by 11:59 PM EST on Saturday, February 7th, but early submissions are highly encouraged. In recognition of the various paths undergraduates may take to study law, they welcome submissions of research articles, senior theses, and essays embracing a wide range of topics and viewpoints related to the field of law. Undergraduate students in any major, track, or class year should feel free to send in their work. Visit their website to view past journals and read their mission statement.

Council on Legal Education Opportunity, Inc. (CLEO) Pre-Law Summer Institute (PLSI). PLSI is a six-week Summer 1L preparation program, designed to equip students with the academic skills, discipline, and confidence needed to excel in law school and beyond. The application is now open and more information can be found on their website.

MAX Pre-Law by AccessLex Scholarship Program. Four future law students starting next year will each be able to earn $15,000 toward their first year of law school. You can earn entries by completing MAX Pre-Law lessons, attending webinars, and watching videos on their website.  Please view their flyer for more information. 

JD-Next Impact Scholarship. This scholarship is an initiative designed to support promising law school applicants. Additional information about the scholarship awards is available via this link. 

University of Houston Law Center Pre-Law Pipeline Programs Application and Virtual Sessions. Applications for the UHLC Pre-Law Pipeline Programs are now open. Their programs are designed to support aspiring legal professionals. Please use the following link to access their application. Moreover, they will be hosting virtual sessions so that you may learn more about their programs, the application process, and important deadlines for the Summer 2026 application cycle. Please register for their information sessions here.