Black Excellence in Law 2026

Connect with leading law firms, develop your professional skills and gain valuable insights into the legal profession at Black Excellence in Law 2026.

Why attend Black Excellence in Law?

The legal profession is becoming increasingly diverse, but there is still more work to be done to improve representation across the sector. Black Excellence in Law is designed to support talented students as they explore opportunities within commercial law and the wider legal industry, while connecting them directly with firms committed to attracting and developing diverse talent.

Whether you're considering a training contract, preparing applications for vacation schemes or looking to build your professional network, this event will provide the practical tools, industry knowledge and firm connections needed to help you succeed.

What you'll gain from attending

Meet leading law firms face-to-face

Engage directly with graduate recruiters, solicitors, trainees and legal professionals from some of the UK's leading law firms.

Develop skills for recruitment success

Take part in practical workshops and interactive sessions designed to strengthen the skills firms look for throughout the application and assessment process.

Experience a mock assessment centre

Gain valuable experience of assessment centre activities and learn how legal firms assess candidates during recruitment.

Improve your applications

Receive expert guidance on creating strong CVs and cover letters that effectively showcase your skills, achievements and potential.

Learn from successful professionals

Hear fromleaders who have built successful careers within the legal profession and gain valuable insight into their experiences.

Build a powerful professional network

Connect with fellow  students and establish relationships with firms who are actively seeking talented future lawyers like you.

Who should attend?

Black Excellence in Law is open to students of Black heritage and mixed Black heritage who are predicted to achieve a 2:1 degree classification or above and are interested in pursuing a career within the legal profession.

This event is ideal for students interested in:

• Commercial law careers
• Corporate law careers
• Training contracts
• Vacation schemes
• Graduate legal opportunities
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives within the legal sector

Students from all degree disciplines and year groups are welcome to apply.

What to expect

The event combines practical skills development, firm engagement and professional networking opportunities to help attendees prepare for future success.

Activities throughout the day include:

• Interactive icebreakers
• Assessment centre exercises
• Employer-led skills workshops
• Application and employability support
• Career insight sessions
• Networking opportunities
• Panel discussions with legal professionals