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"24 Hours" : Essentials for Lawyers of the World

"24 Hours" : Essentials for Lawyers of the World
In Fall 2022, Peking University Law School launched "24 Hours": Essentials for Lawyers of the World,  an innovative program empowering students to navigate the dynamic world of international legal education and careers. This unique offering features a series of hour-long seminars and workshops packed with practical insights from diverse perspectives.
Seasoned academics, industry leaders, successful alumni, and even student peers share their expertise across a wide spectrum of topics. From navigating overseas legal education and crafting impactful resumes to honing language and communication skills, the program delves into the realities of practicing in international law firms and multinational corporations.
With six successful series hosted in 2023, featuring over 20 legal experts and attracting over 1,000 participants, "24 Hours" is already enriching the lives of Peking University Law School's students. Equipped with invaluable knowledge and connections, they are poised to become the well-rounded legal professionals of tomorrow.
 
 
 
The Development Path for Professionals in International Organizations
 
 
Zhou Wen(class of 2003), Legal Adviser of Arms and Rules of Engagement Division, Legal Department, ICRC Headquarters, Jiang Bin(class of 2012 ),Legal Advisor of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank,, and Chen Yifeng, Associate Professor of Peking University Law School shared their thoughts on The Development Path for Professionals in International Organizations on March 16.
 
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Career Advancement Strategies from International Law Firm Partners
 
Yuting Wu (class of 2004), partner of Skadden Shanghai office, Xiao Liu (class of 2006), Quinn Emanuel’s Chair of China Practice and managing partner of the Beijing Office,,Xiang Tianning(class of 2006), partner of Clifford Chance Beijing Office, Yufei Liao (class of 2007 ), partner of Clifford Chance Beijing Office,,and Yichen Wu(class of 2007 ), partner of Jones Day Beijing office shared their experiences on Career Advancement Strategies from International Law Firm Partners on March 24.
 
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Strategies to achieve High Scores in IELTS, TOEFL, and LSAT
 
The undergraduates of Peking University Law School’s Class of 2020, Zhang Xuran (IELTS 8.0), the undergraduates of Class of 2019, Zhang Yuyan (LSAT 175), the undergraduates of Class of 2016 and Class of 2020 of Master's degree program, Ma Wangzi (LSAT 180), Class of 2022 of Master's degree program, Wang Xiuqi (TOEFL 116), and Class of 2022 of Master's degree program, Zhang Shiyi (IELTS 8.0) discussed about Strategies to Achieve High Scores in IELTS, TOEFL, and LSAT.
on April 21.
 
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Q&A Session for Peking University Law Students Studying Abroad
 
 
Associate professor Dai Xin, Assistant professor Bian Renjun, Assistant professor Zhang Kangle, Assistant professor Wang Huawei and Assistant professor Wu Xunxiang joined the Q&A Session for Peking University Law Students Studying Abroad on May 11.
 
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The Legal Counsel’s Role in Multinational Corporationson
 
Zhuang Tiantian (Class of 2006), BMW Group China Legal Department Senior Counsel and Hu Shuoye (Class of 2006), a state-owned cross-border investment institution's Legal Compliance Department Legal Counsel were invited to join the discussion on The Legal Counsel’s Role in Multinational Corporationson on May 19.
 
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Insights into Cross-Border Dispute Resolution in International Law Practice
 
PKU "24 Hours" program hosted by Liu Xiao (Class of 2006) On September 22 on the topic of Insights into Cross-Border Dispute Resolution in International Law Practice. Liu is the Managing Partner and China Practice Chair at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP, His journey spans from Cambridge and Harvard classrooms to high-profile legal battlegrounds in New York, Beijing, and Shanghai.
 
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