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NALP Annual Education Conference 2025

by National Association for Law Placement (NALP)

The NALP Annual Education Conference is the premier event bringing together law school and legal employer members each spring for four days of plenary and concurrent educational programs. Topics addressed include career counseling, entry-level and lateral recruiting, lawyer and law student professional development, inclusion, and more. The conference also features a range of opportunities for employer and law school members to network, including numerous meals, receptions, wellness activities, and NALP Section meetings. Conference registration includes admission to NALP’s Resource Center, a showcase of useful products and services for the profession.

The 2025 NALP Annual Education Conference took place from April 8-11 at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio. The conference featured a diverse array of sessions covering topics such as career counseling, entry-level and lateral recruiting, lawyer and law student professional development, and inclusion. Attendees had the opportunity to participate in plenary and concurrent educational programs designed to enhance their professional skills and knowledge.

In addition to the educational sessions, the conference offered numerous networking opportunities, including meals, receptions, wellness activities, and NALP Section meetings. The event also featured a Resource Center showcasing useful products and services for the legal profession, providing attendees with valuable resources to support their work.

The NALP Annual Education Conference is ideal for law school career services professionals, legal recruiters, professional development specialists, and other legal industry professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills. Attendees can expect to gain insights into current trends and best practices, expand their professional networks, and access resources to support their roles in the legal profession.

Speakers(13)

Courtney Carter

Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer at Jenner & Block

Courtney Carter serves as the Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer at Jenner & Block, leading the firm's DEI efforts.

Craig Budner

Global Strategic Growth Partner at K&L Gates

Craig Budner is the Global Strategic Growth Partner at K&L Gates, focusing on the firm's strategic growth initiatives.

Dyana Barninger

Senior Director of Lawyer & Consultant Recruiting at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath

Dyana Barninger is the Senior Director of Lawyer & Consultant Recruiting at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, leading the firm's recruitment strategies.

Josh Troy

Director, Talent Management at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP

Josh Troy serves as the Director of Talent Management at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP, overseeing talent development initiatives.

Julie Tran

Chief People & Development Officer, US at Norton Rose Fulbright LLP

Julie Tran is the Chief People & Development Officer for the US at Norton Rose Fulbright LLP, leading the firm's people and development strategies.

Lori Mihalich-Levin

CEO & Founder at Mindful Return

Lori Mihalich-Levin is the CEO and Founder of Mindful Return, an organization dedicated to supporting working parents.

Marlon Lutfiyya

Director of Talent & Diversity at Neal Gerber & Eisenberg LLP

Marlon Lutfiyya is the Director of Talent & Diversity at Neal Gerber & Eisenberg LLP, focusing on talent acquisition and diversity initiatives.

Matthew Galando

Director of Professional Development at K&L Gates

Matthew Galando serves as the Director of Professional Development at K&L Gates, focusing on the professional growth of the firm's attorneys.

Melanie Rowen

Legal Talent Manager at Latham & Watkins

Melanie Rowen is a Legal Talent Manager at Latham & Watkins, managing talent development programs within the firm.

Melissa Peters

Owner at MP Legal Search

Melissa Peters is the owner of MP Legal Search, specializing in legal recruitment and talent acquisition.

Event Details

Date
April 23-26, 2025
4 days
Location
🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
Huntington Convention Center
Audience
Law school career services professionals, legal recruiters, professional development specialists, and other legal industry professionals.

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