Pre-Law and Law-Related Events

Current students, please be sure to follow the Pre-Law Advising myUMBC Group page for the latest information.

On-Campus Events

3rd Annual Pre-Law Networking Social – May 13, 2025 

Connect with UMBC alumni in law school and the legal field!

Students of all majors are invited to attend the third annual Pre-Law Networking Social!
Current undergraduate students, recent graduates, and soon-to-be 1Ls will have the chance to connect with UMBC alumni in law school and the legal profession, all in a relaxed, informal setting.
Third Annual Pre-Law Networking Social
Date:  Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Time:  5:30 PM-7:00 PM
Location:  The Commons, Lower Flat Tuesdays
Pre-registration is required.  
Kindly RSVP by Friday, May 9th
Appetizers and beverages will be served, along with some UMBC giveaways!
 
Hosted by: Alumni Engagement and Pre-Law Academic Advising 

Off-campus and Virtual Events

Ms. JD’s Pre-Law Application Accelerator

Friday, May 30 and Saturday, May 31, 2025

  • Hear from admissions professionals and legal experts on every aspect of the law school application.
  • Gain powerful tips for acing the LSAT, master the art of securing stellar recommendation letters, and so much more.
  • This is an excellent opportunity for students applying to law school this fall.
This free conference is open to anyone.
Click here to register!
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Howard County Law Days of Summer – multiple dates in June, July, and August 2025

4th Annual Break into Law Conference hosted by Barrier Breakers, Inc.

Date: June 27-29, 2025
Location: Virtual

This free, virtual event is packed with invaluable opportunities for aspiring law students, including a keynote by Professor Khiara M. Bridges from University of California, Berkeley – School of Law.

Khiara M. Bridges is a renowned scholar and author in the fields of race, class, and reproductive rights, and her groundbreaking work on critical race theory has influenced legal discourse nationwide.

This year’s event will also feature:

  • Panels on applying to law school, crushing the LSAT exam, and securing financial aid
  • Dynamic Panels covering practice areas like Intellectual Property Law, Sports & Entertainment Law, and Immigration Law
  • Conversations on the changing DEI landscape in law and how it shapes future legal professionals.
  • Fireside Chat with Angela Winfield VP & Chief Diversity Officer at Law School Admission Council (LSAC), and Sydney Montgomery, Founder of Barrier Breakers, Inc.

and more!

For more information, including the link to register for this event, click here or visit https://www.breakintolawconference.org/

Barrier Breakers, Inc. is dedicated to increasing access to and success in higher education for first-generation students others facing barriers to education.

 

Law School Admission Council (LSAC): Admission Unmasked – available on demand.

Admission Unmasked provides insights about navigating the law school admission process, from putting together a strong application package to making informed choices about where to apply and attend.

Admission Unmasked is free to all LawHub™ account holders.  Create a LawHub™ account for free here.

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LSAC Plus Programs

Each summer for more than two decades, LSAC has collaborated with host law schools to prepare aspiring legal professionals for law school success. Through unique learning experiences, the LSAC Plus program offers selected participants a window into the law school enrollment journey while providing support and community to those looking to join the legal profession.

Click here for more information and to apply! 

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AccessLex Institute® is committed to helping break down barriers that impede access to law school for historically underrepresented groups.

Register for free upcoming webinars on the AccessLex Institute’s Student Events page.

 

Ms. JD Pre-Law Foundations Program

Ms. JD is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to the success of women in law school and the legal profession.

Learn more the about free Pre-Law Foundations program and upcoming events.

CLEO Virtual Pre-Law Programs

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Visit CLEO’s Pre-Law Programs to view dates and details of the upcoming Pre-Law Virtual classes, workshops, events and special updates for future law students.

The Council on Legal Education Opportunity, Inc. (CLEO) is a 501(c)(3) national non-profit organization that was founded in 1968 to expand opportunities for underrepresented students to attend law school. 

Click here to learn more about upcoming FREE hybrid opportunities in Washington, DC.  

 

Yale Law School Launchpad Scholars Program 

Yale Law School Launchpad Scholars Program powered by Latham & Watkins, is focused on increasing opportunity and equity in education and the legal profession.  Participants will receive tools and resources — including one-on-one mentorship, LSAT preparation, and step-by-step guidance — so they can successfully apply to the law schools of their choosing.  The goal of the program is to further diversify the legal profession and ensure that excellent applicants from all backgrounds are able to maximize their potential as law students, legal professionals, and future leaders.

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2024-2025 Law School Admissions Council (LSAC) Forums

By attending an LSAC Law School Forum — whether in-person or online — you’ll be able to connect directly with law school representatives from across North America, learn about financial aid and the law school admission process, and get answers to any questions you may have.  Note: You will need to create a J.D. candidate account on LSAC.org in order to register for a Law School Forum.