At least 36 U of T Law students secured work in New York City
This year, one of the largest groups of U of T Law students secured employment in the Big Apple compared to past years. 44 students responded to Ultra Vires’ informal recruit survey, with 36 students reporting they accepted a position to work in New York next summer.
Of the 36 successful candidates, 34 were 2L JD students and 2 were 3L JD/MBAs.
Ultra Vires continues to collect information on whether successful candidates secured their offers through U of T’s official On-Campus Interviews (“OCI”) process or by directly applying to law firms’ websites (“Pre-OCI” recruiting). Most recruitment took place through the pre-OCI process this year, with only three respondents reporting they received an offer through OCIs. Notably, only three firms participated in the OCI process at U of T this year. These trends reflect the growing prominence of pre-OCI recruitment.
In light of the New York recruitment process taking place earlier compared to previous years, UV asked participants when they received their offers. 22 students (61.11%) secured their offer in June 2025, seven (19.44%) students obtained offers in May 2025. The earliest reported offer was made in February 2025 and the latest in July 2025. Two students acquired offers in both March and April of this year.
Survey respondents also provided a variety of tips for students interested in the New York recruit. A common theme shared by participants was the importance of applying early, given that law firms are opening applications earlier than in previous years. Additionally, several respondents advised applying to 1L positions, which can broaden your chances at landing a position in 2L. Two students indicated that they received 2L Summer Associate positions from their 1L interview process.
On the topic of networking, respondents provided mixed advice. Some students emphasized the importance of coffee-chatting with the “right people”. Others indicated they did very little networking prior to receiving an offer.
Finally, one respondent advised participating in the Loyola Patent Law Interview Program for those interested in pursuing IP law, as some IP-focused firms primarily hire through this process.
