Pre-Law Advising

Events and Opportunities

View announcements, events hosted by Pre-Law Advising at Brown, and explore our curated selection of additional external events and opportunities including fellowships and internships.

Announcements

Our Events

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.

Other Pre-Law Events at Brown

September 14: Pre-Law Information Session

Every pre-law organization at Brown is coming together for one night on September 14th at 7pm. Come meet the Brown Undergraduate Law Review, Pre Law Society, and the rest of the pre-law community in one room! Room details will be provided soon but mark the date on your calendar!  We'll cover what each group does, how to get involved this fall, and what the path to law school actually looks like from where you're sitting now. No experience necessary. Snacks provided. Bring a friend.

September 14: Non-Profit and Government Job and Internship Search

Hosted by Brown University's Tisch Career Center, this information session will provide guidance on reflective job search strategies, navigating applications, and forming beneficial connections. Register via Handshake

October 1: Finance Your Fall Activities: Budgeting & Saving

In this workshop, the Student Exploration team and the Financial Advising Team will cover how to budget your paychecks for both on-campus and off-campus jobs, methods for budget tracking, and answers to commonly asked questions. Register via Handshake.

October 5: Career Exploration Conversation: Rohit Sachdev ’01, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

You are invited to a small group discussion with Rohit Sachdev ’01, Partner at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. Rohit represents over 25 of the world’s leading renewables, energy storage and data center developers on project development and project M&A arrangements. Register via Zoom.

October 14: Entertainment Law Panel

This panel of industry professionals will discuss their career insights, current trends in the industry, and strategies for navigating a career in entertainment law. Register via this Google form.

External Events

September 11: Duke Undergraduate Law Review—Call for Submissions

The Duke Undergraduate Law Review (DULR) is excited to announce a call for submissions to their Fall 2026 Print Journal!

DULR is committed to promoting innovative and incisive scholarship from undergraduate students nationwide. DULR welcomes scholarship on all topics related to the field of law. To be considered, writers must be undergraduate students or recent college graduates.

The deadline to submit is Friday, September 11, 2026, at 11:59 pm. Full submission guidelines and the link to submit are available below and DULR’s our website, dukeundergraduatelawreview.com

Submission Link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/9Skj8cwAmM 

For any questions, please reach out to dukeundergraduatelawreview@gmail.com.

September 16: Webinar - Paying for Law School

A little knowledge about the financial aid process and available options will go a long way in lowering your stress as you fund your legal education. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will discuss cost of attendance, the financial aid application process, and the types of aid available to law students. Attendees can follow up this event with free financial coaching, lessons, and events through Ask EDNA!® – the Education Network at AccessLex.

Register for Paying for Law School on AccessLex’s website.

September 16 and November 19: Free Fall LSAT Workshops (on Zoom) 

September 18: Providence Law School Fair

Providence Law School Fair will take place at the Providence Marriott Downtown on Friday, September 18.

The day will begin with an Admissions 101 panel from 12–1 p.m., featuring admissions representatives from several law schools discussing the law school admissions process. The panel will be followed by the law fair from 1–3 p.m., with more than 50 law schools tabling and speaking with prospective applicants.

This year’s participating schools include George Washington University, the University of Texas, and Fordham University, along with most of the New England law schools. A full list of registered schools is available on the RWU website.

September 26: AccessLex Law School Launch Virtual Summit

Ready to make law school happen?

Join AccessLex on September 26 at 11:00 am ET for the AccessLex Law School Launch Virtual Summit, a free half-day event designed to help you take the next step toward law school with confidence. Whether you're just beginning your research or preparing to apply, you'll gain practical guidance, insider perspectives, and trusted resources to help you navigate the road ahead.

Plus, by attending, you'll have the opportunity to earn entries into MAX Pre-Law by AccessLex Scholarship Drawing, for a chance to win one of four $15,000 scholarships for law school.

Here’s a sneak peek at the schedule:

  • 11:00 am – 12:00 pm ET
    • Ask an Expert: Your Admissions Strategy
  • 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm ET
    • Financial Aid Fact or Fiction?
  • 1:15 pm – 2:15 pm ET
    • Tips and Tales from Current Law Students
  • 2:15 pm – 2:30 pm ET
    • AccessLex Advantage: Resources for Your Law School Journey

Whether you're looking for admissions guidance, financial aid answers, or a clear picture of life in law school, the Law School Launch Virtual Summit will help you move forward with confidence.

Reserve your spot today via AccessLex’s website!

July 17-19: The 2027 Annual Lavender Law Conference & Career Fair

The Lavender Law Conference & Career Fair Fair is an annual gathering of LGBTQ+ and ally legal professionals featuring panels, networking events, and professional development sessions. Visit the LGBTQ+ Bar website to learn more and register.

Opportunities

Pride to Practice Law School Preparation ProgramSign up via this Google form to be a part of the program. 

Be a staff member for the Brown Undergraduate Law ReviewApply via this Google form.

Publish your original legal scholarship in the Brown Undergraduate Law Review. Submit works between 2,000 and 10,000 words via this Google form.

Apply to the The Mintz Project Analyst Program. To learn more, visit their Project Analyst Program webpage or join one of their upcoming info sessions (note: all sessions start at 6:00 PM EST):

  • September 8, Boston office
  • September 9, New York office
  • September 10, Washington D.C. office

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.