March Recruitment Season
March marks the beginning of New Zealand’s annual legal recruitment season.
This is a key period for law students preparing to apply for summer and winter clerkships, internships, and graduate roles. Throughout this season, law firms across the country open their applications and actively engage with students, particularly those in their penultimate year.
At Auckland Law School, many of these firms will be on campus to meet students, discuss their practice areas, and provide insight into what they look for in prospective clerks and graduates. This is your opportunity to meet employers, learn about different areas of law, and gain a clearer sense of what firms look for in their candidates.
Law Career Guide
To support your preparation, the Law Career Guide is now available. Each year, firms contribute profiles of their summer clerks and junior solicitors, offering insight into their culture, work, and professional development opportunities.
The guide also includes practical advice to help you navigate the process with confidence.
March Calendar of Events
We have also released the March Calendar of Events, which includes employer presentations, workshops, and networking sessions. These events are designed to help you build connections and deepen your understanding of the profession.
Calendar
| When | What | Where | RSVP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 3 March 11 am - 1 pm |
Meet the Recruiters |
Law Student Commons (Building 801, Level 2) |
Book your spot |
| Thursday 5 March 11 am - 1 pm |
Meet Community Lawyers |
Law Student Commons (Building 801, Level 2) |
Book your spot |
| Monday 9 March 11 am - 12.30 pm |
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Mix and Mingle | Law Student Commons (Building 801, Level 2) |
Book your spot |
| Monday 9 March 2 pm - 4 pm |
MinterEllisonRuddWatts CV Drop In Event | Law Student Commons (Building 801, Level 2) |
Book your spot |
| Tuesday 10 March 11 am - 12 noon |
Russell McVeagh Recruitment Presentation | Algie Lecture Theatre / Student Commons (Building 801, Level 2) |
Book your spot |
| Tuesday 10 March 1 pm - 2 pm |
DLA Piper Recruitment Presentation | Building 810, Level 2, Lecture Theatre 225 | Book your spot |
| Wednesday 11 March 11 am - 1 pm |
Beyond reasonable doubt |
Law Student Commons (Building 801, Level 2) |
Book your spot |
| Wednesday 11 March 2.30 - 3.30 pm |
Clayton Utz |
Algie Lecture Theatre / Student Commons | Book your spot |
| Thursday 12 March 9.30 am - 10.30 am |
Duncan Cotterilll Recruitment Presentation | Building 810, Level 2, Lecture Theatre 225 | Book your spot |
| Thursday 12 March 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm |
Arnold Bloch Leibler (Australian Law Firm) Recruitment Presentation |
Building 810, Level 2, Lecture Theatre 225 | Book your spot |
| Friday 13 March 12 noon - 1 pm |
Buddle Findlay Recruitment Presentation |
Building 810, Level 2, Lecture Theatre 225 | Book your spot |
| Monday 16 March 10 am - 11 am |
Mayne Wetherell Recruitment Presentation | Northey Lecture Theatre, Building 801 Room 204 | Book your spot |
| Monday 16 March 11 am - 12 noon |
Bell Gully Recruitment Presentation | Law Student Commons (Building 801, Level 2) |
Book your spot |
| Tuesday 17 March 12 noon – 1 pm |
McVeagh Fleming Recruitment Presentation | Building 810, Level 2, Lecture Theatre 225 | Book your spot |
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Please take note of these events.
To help us manage numbers and ensure smooth coordination, please RSVP for each session you plan to attend.
A thoughtful strategy during this period is to make meaningful connections with the lawyers and recruiters who visit campus. A strong application, paired with genuine engagement during events, can make a meaningful difference throughout recruitment season.
Drop-in sessions
As this is a peak period with a high volume of student enquiries, please note that there will be dedicated CV or Ask Me Anything about recruitment season drop-in sessions available.
| Sesson | When | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | Wednesday 4 March 10 am – 1 pm |
Law Student Commons (Building 801, Level 2) |
| Session 2 | Wednesday 18 March 10 am – 1 pm |
Law Student Commons (Building 801, Level 2) |
| Session 3 | Thursday 19 March 10 am – 1pm |
Law Student Commons (Building 801, Level 2) |
| Session 4 | Monday 23 March 10 am – 1pm |
Law Student Commons (Building 801, Level 2) |
No RSVP required for these CV/AMA Drop In sessions.
Stay connected and stay ahead.
Our Auckland Law School Career Development and Engagement LinkedIn group is one of the ways to keep up with the latest opportunities, events, scholarships, and updates.
University of Auckland Law School - Career Development & Engagement | Groups | LinkedIn
We also encourage students to as keep an eye on their fortnightly Law School Newsletter (Auckland Law School Scoop), which is sent directly to your university emails, and job board for the latest updates and opportunities.
Contact us
If you need further support, you’re welcome to contact:
Kylie Chye
Career Development and Employer Engagement Manager
Email: kylie.chye@auckland.ac.nz