Michaelmas Term Events
Here is a list of all of the planned events for Michaelmas term 2011. More details are still to be confirmed for many of the events and this list will be updated on a regular basis.
Freshers' Meal
This is the first event in the Law Society Calendar and the first event for all of our new members. It will take place in the second week of term. This event is designed especially for freshers to socialise with each other, gain an insight into Law Society events and to gain information on our sponsor for the event. Traditionally, the event is held at the Italian restaurant, La Spaghettata, a firm favourite with Durham students.
Curry Evening (Sponsored by Olswang)
20th October
This is another extremely popular event within the law society. It offers an opportunity for students to meet representatives from an innovative business law firm. Olswang will give a short presentation and then will be free to talk to all students offering an invaluable networking opportunity with this prolific firm.
Champagne and Chocolates Evening (Sponsored by Simmons and Simmons)
1st November, Ebony
This exciting event is a favourite within the society. For the event we have private hire of Ebony champagne and cocktail bar and offer a champagne reception and delicious chocolates. Simmons and Simmons are sponsoring this event in 2011 and there will be a number of representatives present. This is a perfect opportunity to talk to employees of the international law firm and to gain more information about them alongside having a great evening and some free champagne!!
Family Barrister Evening
14th November, Oldfields
For this brand new event we are combining the social and careers sections of the society and creating one event. Duncan Brooks, a family barrister, will be delivering a talk to the society, where everyone is welcome, to find out more about becomming a barrister, especially a family barrister. After this event, we will be holding a dinner with Duncan Brooks, sponsored by the law society, for a select few so that they can get an even greater insight into the profession. This event promises to be extremely beneficial to anyone hoping for a career at the Bar.
'Meet the Vac-schemer Event'
Also for this event, the social and careers sections of the society are joining to create one event. This will consist of a talk from students who have participated in vac-schemes and their experiences and advice on applications. After this we will hold a meal so that current students can get even more information and gain a greater insight. This event is an ideal opportunity for all second year law students, and third year non-law students, who are looking to apply for vacation schemes in the winter.
Wine Tasting Evening
This extremely popular event is held in the Durham landmark, the Cathedral. In the Cathedral members will be able to experience wine tasting and also a selection of fine cheeses. This event is great fun and is a great way to network with the sponsoring law firm who will send up representatives to participate also.
Cocktail Evening (Sponsored by Baker and McKenzie)
The Baker and McKenzie cocktail evening will provide members with the opportunity to talk to representatives from a firm with offices in 41 countries! This evening will give the chance to sample a number of great cocktails and enjoy some fine food provided at the event.
Curry Evening (Sponsored by Olswang)
20th October
This is another extremely popular event within the law society. It offers an opportunity for students to meet representatives from an innovative business law firm. Olswang will give a short presentation and then will be free to talk to all students offering an invaluable networking opportunity with this prolific firm.
Champagne and Chocolates Evening (Sponsored by Simmons and Simmons)
1st November, Ebony
This exciting event is a favourite within the society. For the event we have private hire of Ebony champagne and cocktail bar and offer a champagne reception and delicious chocolates. Simmons and Simmons are sponsoring this event in 2011 and there will be a number of representatives present. This is a perfect opportunity to talk to employees of the international law firm and to gain more information about them alongside having a great evening and some free champagne!!
Family Barrister Evening
14th November, Oldfields
For this brand new event we are combining the social and careers sections of the society and creating one event. Duncan Brooks, a family barrister, will be delivering a talk to the society, where everyone is welcome, to find out more about becomming a barrister, especially a family barrister. After this event, we will be holding a dinner with Duncan Brooks, sponsored by the law society, for a select few so that they can get an even greater insight into the profession. This event promises to be extremely beneficial to anyone hoping for a career at the Bar.
'Meet the Vac-schemer Event'
Also for this event, the social and careers sections of the society are joining to create one event. This will consist of a talk from students who have participated in vac-schemes and their experiences and advice on applications. After this we will hold a meal so that current students can get even more information and gain a greater insight. This event is an ideal opportunity for all second year law students, and third year non-law students, who are looking to apply for vacation schemes in the winter.
Wine Tasting Evening
This extremely popular event is held in the Durham landmark, the Cathedral. In the Cathedral members will be able to experience wine tasting and also a selection of fine cheeses. This event is great fun and is a great way to network with the sponsoring law firm who will send up representatives to participate also.
Cocktail Evening (Sponsored by Baker and McKenzie)
The Baker and McKenzie cocktail evening will provide members with the opportunity to talk to representatives from a firm with offices in 41 countries! This evening will give the chance to sample a number of great cocktails and enjoy some fine food provided at the event.
