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⚖️ This Day in Law History
You can now read previous and current editions in full.
13 October 1884 — Greenwich was designated as the universal prime meridian of longitude, serving as the reference point for standard time calculations worldwide.
14 October 1586 — Mary Queen of Scots went on trial for alleged conspiracy against Elizabeth I.
15 October 1961 — Amnesty International, a human rights organisation, is established in London.
16 October 1834 — The original Houses of Parliament are almost destroyed in a fire.
17 October 1855 — Sir Harry Bessemer patents a steel-making process.
18 October 1945 — An indictment has been filled, setting in motion the Nuremberg War Trial Crimes against nazi leaders.
19 October 1914 — Wartime licensing laws came into operation, premises having to close at 10 p.m, as stated in the Defence of the Realm Act.
Read the full October edition.
📆 Upcoming Law Events — Compiled by Anca Andreea Aurica
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The events list will now feature events up to one month ahead.
Every Sunday, you’ll receive a list with events for the upcoming week.
The full list (70+ events) can be accessed anytime on our home page or at — https://equalopportunitylaw.com/p/events
Monday, 14 October
BIUCAC x Fieldfisher Trainee Webinar 2024 - Insights & Tips for aspiring Commercial Lawyers
A&O Sherman - Recruiter Insights: Excel in the Application Process (Vacation Scheme and Training Contract)
Tuesday, 15 October
Commercial Law Academy - Discussing your experiences, skills, strengths and weaknesses (with ex-Magic Circle recruiter)
AllAboutLaw x BCLP - Mastering the BCLP Application: Insights from the Emerging Talent Manager
Irwin Mitchell – Our recruitment process
Legal Cheek x Bird & Bird - COPA v Wright: The Bitcoin Case
Bright Network - Proud to B 2024
Discover Gowling WLG: The Tech Sector
Wednesday, 16 October
Legal Cheek x BCLP - The return of M&A
BIUCAC x Ashurst Trainee Webinar 2024 - Unlocking Application Excellence
Clifford Chance - Commercial Awareness 101: What It Is, Why It Matters, How To Develop It
The University of Law - Qualifying as an Attorney: Why Should You Consider the US Bar?
Thursday, 17 October
Commercial Law Academy - Networking & LinkedIn Masterclass (with top LinkedIn voice Rob Hanna)
Legal Cheek x Bristows - STEM Focus: Life as an intellectual property lawyer
LawCareers.Net masterclass: law firm applications – how to succeed
Bright Network - Breaking Barriers 2024