Open Day Experiences

[WillKitchen]

What firm had the most interesting approach to organising an open day, in your experience?

...a unique structure, interactive workshops that felt like real work experience, or perhaps the managing partners turned up to say hello!

One that sticks in my mind is Skadden. The firm organised a speed networking session where small groups of visitors had 10 mins with one or two firm employees, from graduate recruitment staff to partners. After 10 mins, someone blew a whistle (really!) and everyone changed places. Visitors were guaranteed a chance to speak to everyone, every department, every practice area representative. No one left feeling like they had missed out on an opportunity.

 

[Harvey Specter]

In my experience I would say Skadden too. Liked the speed networking aspect of it. I also admired how the Akin, Weil, HSF Kramer and Reed Smith insight days were delivered. The Reed Smith one had an introduction by the managing partner!

The Akin one had an interactive session on their international trade practice and a group exercise on developing an AI tool for grad rec! Weil’s had an engaging PE M&A case study which helped to demystify the complex terms.

Other open days I’ve been to were not as good. I think of Hogan Lovells (unorganised and rushed) and Mayer Brown (no food despite being 5 hours in total). I have Cooley, Covington and Goodwin open days to attend so will see how they go.​