BootCamp: Basic Training for Lawyers
Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
BootCamp 2026
Format: In-Person
Program Fee:
Students or Alumni of Sponsoring Law Schools: Free
Members: $29 | Non-members: $99
Description:
Whether you are currently in law school, a recent graduate beginning your legal career, or exploring new professional opportunities, this program is designed to help you navigate your next steps with confidence. Gain practical insights into career planning, strengthen your networking skills, and learn how to approach the legal workplace with professionalism and purpose. The program will offer guidance on building your personal brand, communicating effectively in professional settings, and distinguishing yourself in a competitive legal market.
The program will also feature a Practice Area Networking Lunch, giving attendees the opportunity to connect with attorneys working in Commercial Litigation, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Children and Family Law, Immigration, Business Law, and Intellectual Property while gaining insight into different areas of legal practice and potential career paths.
No matter where you are in your legal career, whether you are pursuing opportunities at a large or small firm, government agency, public interest organization, considering launching your own practice, or still exploring your options, you will leave with practical tools, actionable strategies, and meaningful connections to support your professional growth.
BootCamp 2026 Brochure – contains the program agenda, list of speakers, and more!
Opening remarks by Matthew Diller, President of the New York City Bar Association.
Agenda:
8:30 am – 9:00 am| Registration & Breakfast
9:00 am – 9:10 am | Intro and Welcome
9:10 am – 9:40 am | Keynote: Building a Meaningful and Sustainable Legal Career
9:45 am – 10:45 am |Building Your Personal Brand
10:55 am – 11:55 am | From “New” to Noticed: Getting Credit, Building Visibility, and Asking for Opportunities
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Communication Across Generations in the Modern Legal Workplace
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Practice Area Networking Lunch
Students and Alumni from sponsoring law schools: To ensure your free registration, update the 'law school' section under Manage My Account prior to registering, or register with your law school email address. For questions or to register, please sign in or call (212) 382-6663.
Thank you to our sponsoring law schools:
To become a sponsoring law school, please contact Yelena Balashchenko at YBalashchenko@nycbar.org