12 Tips to Use Conferences and Seminars to

the Fullest

(Even Securing Jobs & Internships Through Them)

By Tanuj Kalia, Founder, Lawctopus

Dear law students and young lawyers,

Many of us participate in conferences and seminars, but I think not all of us use

them fully.

Mostly we register for a conference, and attend it as a mere spectator. Mostly, we get

bored with the speakers, have a fun lunch with friends, and come back from the trip.

I want to offer you some shifts which you can practice to make conferences and
seminars a great experience for your careers and lives. If you use some of these tips,

you might even land an internship or a job offer just from the conference itself.

Let’s go.

First, you must prepare for the seminar well.

Get to know who the organiser is, what the theme is, deeply. Spend an hour on the

organiser’s website and maybe 3-5 hours reading about what the topics or the

themes are. This preparation will come in handy for when you attend the

conference. Research each of the speakers for 10-15 minutes too. Go through their

LinkedIn profiles. Make a list of 5-8 people you want to get in touch with during the

conference. This could include some organisers and some speakers.

You can help them by maybe marketing the seminar or the conference in your

college. Something as simple as sharing the details on your college’s WhatsApp or

email group can help. When you do that, let them know via a screenshot or some

proof that you have done so. You can also help them by getting interesting speakers

onboard. Such a speaker could be a college professor or a lawyer you have interned

with. This is a win-win-win step: first, you deepen your professional relationship

with your professor or lawyer; second, you help the professor or the lawyer by

providing a good networking opportunity; and third, you help the organisers.

Third, ask for help. I’d like to first tell you something

about asking for help.

Imagine that you are a 4th year law student. A class 12th student comes to you and

asks about ‘law as a career’. You tell him or her about the scope in the legal field, the

various colleges they can apply to, etc. How do you feel after you have helped this

class 12th student? You’ll feel happy and satisfied, right? So the important piece here

is: when you ask for help, and the other person helps you, the other person feels

happy about helping you.

By asking for help, you are not only benefiting yourself, but you are deeply

benefiting the other person by making them happy and satisfied. So, do ask for help
from the conference organisers. Tell them about what you hope to achieve from the

conference. Ask them if they can help you by getting you to present your paper or

give you a speaking slot.

Fourth, get your logistics and appearance in order.

This means your dress, your travel tickets, your plan, your research. Ensure things

are in order. Plan your work and work your plan. And of course, plan to have fun as

well.

Fifth, prepare a simple introduction about yourself.

When someone asks you, “Tell me about yourself,” what do you say? If you stammer

or get vague, you’ve lost a golden chance to connect. So prepare a 30-second

introduction. Include your name, the year and college you're studying at, your areas

of legal interest, and what you're hoping to gain from the seminar. A confident, clear
introduction helps you come across as serious and sincere, and makes the other

person take you seriously too.

Sixth, carry visiting cards or a simple contact card.

Most students don’t do this, and that’s exactly why you should. A visiting card with

your name, email, phone number, and LinkedIn ID shows that you are professional

and prepared. You can also use a simple QR code that links to your LinkedIn profile

or online portfolio. When you hand this over at the end of a conversation, it helps

people remember you. It creates a gentle signal: "I’m here to grow, and I’m here to

stay."

Seventh, be clear with what your 2-3 key intentions from

the seminar are.

Don’t go there just to attend an event. Go there to network, to learn, to grow. Be

clear and write it down. If possible, have a friend of yours to be your accountability

partner.
Eighth and the most important point is that a good

conference or seminar can often change your views about

a subject.

The best of the researchers who have spent months and years researching a topic

have come there to present their views. If you listen to them deeply and with

curiosity, therein lies a huge amount of growth. Listen to the speakers openly. Jot

down questions for them to be asked during the Q&A session or after the formal

speaking sessions are over. Everyone appreciates a sincere, curious question. This

again is a win-win-win strategy. You honour and respect the speaker, you gain

knowledge, and you help organisers move towards creating an engaging experience.
Ninth, engage on social media during the conference.

Most good conferences have a hashtag or social media presence. You can add value

by sharing useful points from a speaker, posting a behind-the-scenes photo, or

tagging fellow attendees. This helps you connect digitally with more people than you

can in person. Even if you are shy in real life, online engagement is a powerful way to

network and be seen.

Tenth, please network with people actively.

9 out of 10 people will be happy helping a curious student. Do remember that you

are benefitting them too by asking for help or asking curious questions. Another

important point you bring to the conversation is your youthful energy. Trust me, we

love engaging with that. It reminds us of your younger days. Do remember, that

there’s nothing to be gained by being shy. You’ll only break out from your shyness if

you engage in small conversations. If you feel butterflies in your stomach, you

should still go ahead and do it. Slowly and steadily, each conversation will make you

less shy. Each conference will make you less shy. You’ll grow and evolve.

Eleventh, follow up after the event.

A conference does not end when the last session ends. In fact, the real value begins

afterwards. If you connected with a speaker, an organiser, or a fellow student, take 10

LinkedIn or email. Mention something specific you learned from them or enjoyed in

your interaction. Most people don’t follow up, so if you do, you’ll instantly stand out.

One thoughtful follow-up can open doors you never imagined.

Twelfth, write about your experience.

After the conference, spend an hour reflecting on what you learned. Then write a

short piece for your LinkedIn or college blog. Share the key takeaways, the most

exciting sessions, and what surprised you. If you tag the organisers and speakers

(politely, of course), they’ll often notice and sometimes even engage. You’ll not only

be seen as thoughtful, but you’ll also start building your online presence as a learner

and a young leader.

curiosity, and effort stand out, always. Law students who follow these strategies can

walk away from a conference with an internship offer. Young lawyers may even

secure freelance projects or full-time job opportunities. Show up prepared, engage

with heart, and you might just open doors you never imagined.

Here’s a summary of what we have discussed:

1.​ Prepare deeply – Research the organiser, the theme, and the speakers in

advance.

2.​ Offer to help – Support the organisers by promoting the event or

recommending speakers.

3.​ Ask for help – Share your goals and request opportunities like speaking slots

or paper presentations.

4.​ Sort out logistics and appearance – Plan your travel, dress, and essentials

ahead of time.

5.​ Prepare a 30-second introduction – Be ready to introduce yourself clearly

and confidently.

6.​ Carry a visiting or contact card – A simple card helps people remember

you.

7.​ Set 2-3 clear intentions – Know why you’re attending: to network, learn,

grow.
 8.​ Listen with curiosity – Engage deeply with the talks and ask thoughtful

questions.

9.​ Engage on social media – Use hashtags, post insights, and tag people.

10.​ Network actively – Speak to people, ask questions, and share your energy.

11.​ Follow up after the event – Send a thank-you message to those you

connected with.

12.​ Write about your experience – Reflect and share your takeaways on

LinkedIn or a blog.

That’s about it.

All the best!

Don’t treat conferences and seminars just as events to attend.

Treat them as events which can transform you!

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