1L Career Networking & Interview Workshop

• Instructor(s):  BCLT

Learn essential strategies to make the most of law firm receptions and networking events this semester and beyond! Connect with Bay Area IP/tech attorneys and law firm recruiting professionals who will share their tips and tricks on leaving a memorable impression on prospective employers. You’ll also learn how to ask insightful questions that will hone in on your own career interests, give you the information you need to make career decisions moving forward, and set you up for future success. Speakers: Jacquie Andreano, Keker, Van Nest & Peters Brenden Glapion, Gunderson Dettmer Kate Ortbahn, CDO, UC Berkeley Law Jessica Ourk, Keker, Van Nest & Peters

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• 45

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• 5/1/29

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Antitrust Life Sciences Practice

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Antitrust continues to grow as a legal field. But what can you expect if you specialize in antitrust?  Is it a transactional practice, a litigation practice, or a corporate practice? This interview with Wilson Sonsini provides answers to these and more questions.   What does the practice of antitrust law look like? How do antitrust practices vary from firm to firm? What types of clients do you work with and from what industries? What do you like or find interesting about this practice area? What types of matters have you worked on as an antitrust life sciences lawyer?  What type of clients do you work with as part of your antitrust life sciences practice? Speakers: Jeffrey Bank, Wilson Sonsini Rachel Gray, Wilson Sonsini

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• 30

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• 9/30/26

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Career Paths in Tax: What Opportunities Exist in the Tech Space

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Tax doesn't immediately come to mind when we talk about career paths in technology law.  But it should.  Tax law is critical to deals in the tech space, and tax lawyers are critical to those deals.  What career paths are available and how do they differ?  How do you investigate the options and the firms in this area?  Two leading tax attorneys guide us through this intersection of tax and tech.     What are the types of tax practices available? What is a typical day for each of you as a tax partner and associate? Why did you choose tax as your specialty? How does the tax practice at Wilson Sonsini differ from other law firms? How is tax practice different when your clients are mostly tech companies? What is special about practicing tax law for start-ups? You work in different offices of the same firm – can you talk about how collaboration works across offices? How do you work with your colleagues in other practice groups? Speakers: Myra Shen, Wilson Sonsini Han Shen, Wilson Sonsini

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• 34

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• 9/30/26

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Community Impact at Law Firms: How to Research It to Find the Right Firm for You

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Most firms support some type of pro bono activities for their attorneys.  Some take an extra step and enable their attorneys to get involved in broader community activities.  This session answers several questions about these opportunities for community impact, including: What does community impact mean in law firms and, in particular, at Wilson Sonsini? How can junior attorneys get involved in community impact work at law firms? How does community get defined at multi-office firms? How does that affect the decisions they make about how to focus time and resources? If having your employer be community-focused is important to you, what should you be looking for in researching a firm? What kinds of questions should you ask at the interview and what should you be listening for in the answers? Speaker: Gail McFall, Wilson Sonsini

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• 18

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• 9/29/26

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Complex Litigation

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Some firms have practice groups called "complex litigation."  What does this actually mean and what can you expect to do in these types of groups?  How do these practice areas relate to tech & IP?  This session addresses these questions and more.  What does “complex litigation” mean as a legal practice? How does this relate to other areas like patents and trade secrets? What type of clients do you typically work with? How does this interact with Wilson Sonsini’s client base of tech and life sciences companies? What does your typical day look like? Is that different based on your roles as partner or associate? What other practice groups does complex litigation work with, and how do you work with them?   What advice would you give a law student looking to join a complex litigation practice? Speakers: Trevor Templeton, Wilson Sonsini Luis Li, Wilson Sonsini

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• 32

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• 9/30/26

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Corporate Life Sciences Practice

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Although it is not always obvious, corporate law is a big field with many specialties. One of the more mysterious specialities is life sciences corporate law. It is also one of the most exciting. Wilson answers questions for us about this practice area and how it varies from firm to firm. If you are interested in corporate law, biotech, or life sciences, this program will be important for you. What does “corporate life sciences” mean? What type of clients do corporate life sciences lawyers work with? How are the work and the legal issues different in corporate work because your clients are life sciences companies (vs other kinds of companies)? Does every big law firm have a corporate life sciences practice group? What does your typical day look like? Is that different based on your roles as partner or associate? What advice would you give a law student looking to join your practice area?   Speakers: Alison Sechrest, Wilson Sonsini Amanda Urquiza, Wilson Sonsini

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• 29

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• 9/30/26

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Energy Climate Solutions

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Energy law, green-energy law, or just corporate law?  It can be hard to tell the difference between firms with energy practices unless you know which questions to ask. Law firms differ in how they approach energy law. This session gives you an overview of the practices and how they vary from firm to firm. It also gives you an idea of what the day-to-day work looks like. So if you have any interest in energy law or the environment, this session will help you be better informed about career choices.

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• 37

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• 9/1/26

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Energy Climate Solutions

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Energy law, green-energy law, or just corporate law?  It can be hard to tell the difference between firms with energy practices unless you know which questions to ask. Law firms differ in how they approach energy law. This session gives you an overview of the practices and how they vary from firm to firm. It also gives you an idea of what the day-to-day work looks like. So if you have any interest in energy law or the environment, this session will help you be better informed about career choices.

• Webcast

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• 36

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• 3/12/26

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From Classroom to Counsel A Student's Guide to Product Law

• Instructor(s):  BCLT

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• 60

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• 9/1/26

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How to Make the Most of Your Summer

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Summer clerkships are your best opportunity to understand practice areas and law firms. But learning is not a passive activity. Firms have similar approaches to their summer programs. They want to get to know you and they want you to get to know them. With a few best practices introduced by an industry insider, you can get the most of your summer.   How should students think about their 2L summer (10 week interview, you’re evaluating us as much as we’re evaluating you) How should you approach work assignments to get the most out of your summer? How should you approach the social events to get the most out of your summer? How to get to know partners and associates? How to make a good impression? How to get to know your fellow summers? Speaker:Elizabeth Pond, Wilson Sonsini LinkedIn

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• 45

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• 9/30/26

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How to Network with Law Firms Effectively

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Networking events are among the best options for learning about law firms, practice areas, and career paths.  And in today's accelerated hiring process, these opportunities are critical for making the best decisions about your future.  How can you make the most of these opportunities? Start with guidance from a leading expert on law firm hiring. How do you choose who at the firm to network with? (who you already met at events or who they sent to events, people who went to your law school or undergraduate school, people with whom you have a connection, people in practice areas and/or cities you are interested in, also don’t forget about the recruiting team) What should a networking conversation be like? What questions should you ask or topics of conversation should you engage in? Remember: be polite to everyone, never waste someone’s time, be on time, be prepared   Speaker: Shereen Nikzad, Wilson Sonsini LinkedIn  

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• 44

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• 9/30/26

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Internet Strategies and Litigation—A unique practice group designed to assist a wide variety of clients

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Almost all companies have an internet presence, and that presence often raises significant legal problems including ecommerce, first amendment, copyright, and patent issues.  Wilson Sonsini describes this type of practice and answers a few key questions for those interested in this area of law. What do lawyers do in an “internet strategy and litigation,” group?  What type of clients does this group work with? Technology, content creators, big companies, startups?  How do you work with other groups within the firm?  What does your typical day look like?   How did you get to your current practice areas?  What are the requirements for working in this group? Do you need a tech degree?   What advice would you give a law student looking to join this practice area?   Speakers: Russell Kostelak, Wilson SonsiniLisa Zang, Wilson Sonsini

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• 23

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• 9/30/26

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Navigating Firm Choices (Part 1): How to Choose a Practice Area

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Choosing a practice area can be intimidating so early in your career.  And the process can vary from firm to firm.  So what are the best steps to understanding your options? Wilson provides some unique guidance to help you prepare for this process...and preparation is the key. Key discussion points include: Is it ok not to know what kind of law you want to practice by the time you’re done with your 1L year? How can you figure out which practice areas could be a good fit for you? What else should you think about before applying for summer associate positions? How to decide where to interview if you don’t know what kind of law you want to practice? Even if you haven't decided on one or two areas of law, are there other ways to narrow down what I may like? (Kinds of clients, kinds of work (litigation, corporate, regulatory), particular industries (aviation, digital health, space law), particular international practice focuses, particular niches (startups) Speaker:  Kara Wenzel, Wilson Sonsini

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• 30

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• 9/30/26

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Navigating the Recruiting Timeline—What is the new normal?

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Recruiting is changing fast. Advice from last year may no longer apply. And advice relevant to one firm may be completely wrong for another firm.  How can you navigate this new early recruiting process? Can you opt out? Should you opt out? My most lawyerly answer is -- it depends. Two experts join me to discuss early recruiting, its benefits, and its drawbacks. Turns out, the process is not as scary as the stories going around. What is early recruiting? Why do law firms do it? What are the benefits to the student? What are the potential challenges? How many firms should you do early recruiting with? How do you decide which firms you want to apply to as part of early recruiting? What can you do to learn about firms during your 1L year so you feel equipped to decide? What happens if a student waits for OCI?   Speakers: Cherie Beffa, Wilson Sonsini LinkedIn Robin Schallert, Wilson Sonsini LinkedIn

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• 37

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• 9/30/26

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Patent Agents, Patent Lawyers, and Unique Career Paths

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Patent agents are a vital part of the patent system.  Innovators in all areas--from mechanical devices to AI to pharmaceuticals--depend on patent agents.  But the path to becoming a patent agent is somewhat mysterious.  And the path from patent agent to patent lawyer can be intimidating.   Two experts join us to discuss their path to the world of patents and their advice for others thinking about a career in the innovation world. Why might someone want to leave a career in engineering or the sciences to start a career in patents? What is a patent agent? How do patent agents fit into the patent world?  Do you need a PhD or engineering degree to be a patent agent? To be a patent lawyer? Do all patent agents become patent lawyers? How do patent agents become lawyers? What does the transition to lawyer look like? Are there advantages to being a patent agent before going to law school?    Speakers: Adam Cole, Wilson Sonsini Deborah Smith, Wilson Sonsini

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• 46

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• 9/30/26

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Patent Litigation

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Patent litigation is a staple at many law firms and has been for decades.  But what does it actually cover and how do patent practices vary from firm to firm.  This session addresses these questions and more. What does “patent litigation” mean as a legal practice? Do patent litigators need science degrees? Do they need advanced science degrees? What type of clients do patent litigators work with? How are the work and the legal issues different in your patent litigation practice because your clients are tech and life sciences companies and often startups (vs other kinds of companies)? You work in different offices of the same firm – can you talk about how collaboration works across offices? What does your typical day look like? Is that different based on your roles as partner or associate? What advice would you give a law student looking to join a patent litigation practice? Speakers: Natalie Morgan, Wilson Sonsini Naoya Son, Wilson Sonsini

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• 32

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• 9/30/26

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Practicing Tech Transactions

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Innovations in the tech and life-sciences industries often center on licensing technology from and to others. Rarely does a company stand alone. These transactions depend on highly-trained transactional lawyers. But what can you expect if you focus your career on tech transactions?  Wilson Sonsini answers this and other important questions about this career path.  What does “technology transactions lawyer” mean? What type of clients do technology transactions lawyers work with? How are the work and the legal issues different based on whether your clients are tech companies or life sciences companies? Does every big law firm have an “technology transactions” practice group? What does your typical day look like?  What other practice groups does tech trans work with a lot, and how do you work with them? What advice would you give a law student looking to join this practice area?   Speakers: Miranda Biven, Wilson Sonsini Shivang Patel, Wilson Sonsini

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• 35

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• 9/30/26

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Practices: An Evolving Area With Many Paths

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Privacy and cybersecurity practices have evolved over the past few years.  The career paths within privacy and cybersecurity have multiplied.  The process for selecting a career path has also evolved.  More choices means that students should ask more questions.  Two industry experts lead us through a discussion about these important questions. What types of career paths are available in privacy and cybersecurity? How can law students best position themselves to work in privacy? How do privacy practices differ across law firms? What should law students look for in a privacy practice when choosing a firm? How does a law firm’s leadership and client base affect the firm’s privacy practice?   Speakers: Maneesha Mithal, Wilson Sonsini Kelly Singleton, Wilson Sonsini

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• 36

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• 9/30/26

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Pro bono, Biglaw, and Career Development

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Pro bono can be an important part of a career in some law firms.  It allows attorneys to give back to their community and helps them with professional development.  But how can you determine which firms have meaningful opportunities and which firms have flashy marketing materials?  Luke Liss from Wilson Sonsini gives us a great response to this question and more. What does pro bono work in large law firms look like? What types of work do attorneys do? What types of clients can you help? How does pro bono vary from litigation to transactional attorneys? Is it a real opportunity or just something for recruiting purposes? Can you talk about how collaboration works across offices? How does pro bono help junior attorneys develop skill sets? What advice would you give a law student interested in pro bono work as part of their practice and development?  Speakers: Luke Liss, Wilson Sonsini

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• 27

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• 9/30/26

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The World of Life Sciences: Mergers & Acquisitions

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Corporate law is an incredibly broad area of the law.  And your day-to-day practice could vary wildly between firms and specialties.  Wilson provides some important guidance on the world of mergers and acquisitions--and in particular, the world of life sciences M&A.   What does “mergers & acquisitions” mean as a legal practice? What type of clients do M&A lawyers work with? How are the work and the legal issues different in your M&A practice because your clients are tech and life sciences companies (vs other kinds of companies)? How did you choose M&A as your specialty? How did you choose to concentrate your work on tech and life sciences clients? You work in different offices of the same firm – can you talk about how collaboration works across offices? What does your typical day look like? Is that different based on your roles as partner or associate? What advice would you give a law student looking to join an M&A practice?   Speakers: Jackie Hamilton, Wilson Sonsini Dennise Martinez, Wilson Sonsini

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• 35

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• 9/30/26

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Tips for Successful Video Interviews

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Video interviews are a critical step in the new world of legal hiring.  What are firms focusing on during these interviews?  And how does the process differ from in-person interviews?  Listen to one of the industry's leading experts address these and more key questions.   What is the difference between a video interview and an in person interview? How do you prepare for a video interview? (Include setting up your space, reducing distractions for both you and the interviewer) How do you handle the logistics? Lighting, camera setup? Where to look, how to set up your screen, how to take notes if you want to do that? Any tips for handling a multi-interviewer video interview? How should you dress for a video interview? How should you follow up after a video interview? How to handle internet connection if you are disconnected during the interview?   Speaker: Hedvy Greg, Wilson Sonsini

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• 40

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• 9/30/26

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Trade Secret Practice

• Instructor(s):  BCLT & Wilson Sonsini

Program Series Trade secrets are a growing and exciting area of law. Whether you are interested in litigation or employment law, trade secrets offer you a career path. Wilson Sonsini provides us with a description of this area of law and the particular approaches taken by Wilson.   Discussion points include:  What does it mean to be a “trade secrets lawyer”? How did you choose trade secrets as your specialty? What type of clients do trade secrets lawyers work with? What type of matters have you worked on as a trade secrets attorney? Are these typical for the field as a whole? For Wilson Sonsini? You work in different offices of the same firm – can you talk about how collaboration works across offices? What is special about practicing in trade secrets when a large number of your clients are start-ups?   Speakers: Ariel Anaba, Wilson Sonsini Amy Candido, Wilson Sonsini

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• 40

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• 9/30/26

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