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2026-27 NALP Directory of Legal Employers Is Now Live

The 2026-27 NALP Directory of Legal Employers is now live at www.nalpdirectory.com! It's not too late to create or update your firm's profile. To do so, log in to the Data Collection System to publish your 2026-27 profile to be sure law students can find the information they need.

2025 1L Class: Student Awareness and Impact of Accelerated Big Law Recruitment

A new report from NALP and LSAC is the first of its kind to center the student perspective in the broader conversation about accelerated recruiting, disruptions to the 1L curriculum, and the inequities such practices may perpetuate regarding access to Big Law careers. Find the full report on the LSAC website.

NALP Statement on Law Student Recruiting

In recent months, shifts in the legal recruiting landscape have drawn increased attention across the profession. Increasingly, NALP is concerned that some practices may place undue pressure on students in ways that both affect their well-being and their ability to fully engage in their legal education. Read NALP's statement on fair and ethical recruiting.

Mental Health First Aid Virtual Workshop

Join other legal career professionals on November 9-10 from noon to 5:00 pm ET to become certified in Mental Health First Aid. Mental Health First Aid teaches participants how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. The training provides the skills needed to connect with and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and direct them to the appropriate care. Learn more and register.

2026 Professional Development Institute

Join colleagues from across the legal profession for the NALP Professional Development Institute (PDI), taking place December 2-4 in Washington, DC. For a quarter century, PDI has brought together the professionals who shape the development and success of lawyers and law students. As the legal profession continues to evolve, this milestone year offers a unique opportunity to reflect on how far we've come while exploring the trends, innovations, and leadership strategies that will define the future. Learn more and register.

2026 Canadian Winter Meeting

The Canadian Winter Meeting will be held on Monday, November 23 at Dentons Canada LLP in Toronto. Join your colleagues for a day of exciting and informative programming covering the Lifecycle of a Lawyer: From 0L to Partnership. You won't want to miss this educational in-person program! Learn more and register.