News

Alumni and industry experts equip law students for success

  • Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance (FDEF)
    19 November 2024
  • Category
    Alumni, Law, Partners
  • Topic
    Law

On 15 November 2024, the Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance (FDEF) hosted a special day of company presentations for Master in Law students. This event offered an in-depth exploration of key legal and finance sectors, with many of the Faculty’s industry partners sharing hands-on insights, career advice, and exclusive internship opportunities.

Throughout the day, students explored diverse areas of law – from investment fund management to forensic financial crime investigation -under the guidance of top industry representatives. The event began with a workshop hosted by Clifford Chance, FDEF’s partner in the Moot Court Programme, where HR professionals and lawyers offered practical tips on crafting standout job applications, a critical skill for students preparing to enter the job market.

Clifford Chance

Presentation by Clifford Chance

Students were excited to see four of our alumni among the presenters from Clifford Chance: Victor Hilbertz, a graduate of the Bachelor en Droit and now a Trainee Lawyer; Pier Lupinu, a Doctoral graduate in Banking and Finance Law and currently a Banking and Finance Knowledge Advisor; Delphine Castera, a graduate of the Master in European Business Law and currently a Trainee Lawyer; and Donald Sefer, a graduate of the same programme and now a Senior Associate. Students greatly appreciated the practical insights and tips shared by the alumni, with one student, Pawel, saying:

I attended several company presentations, including one by Clifford Chance, which highlighted its openness to new horizons, its commitment to inclusivity, and its core values. It was a great opportunity to ask questions and gain a deeper understanding of the work carried out by professionals at this firm, recognized as a market leader.”
Pawel

Paweł Emmanuel Trotz

Student

Following this, a series of sessions featured a variety of legal experts, including representatives from FDEF longstanding partners such as Arendt and ATOZ, as well as officials from government ministries.

Arendt

Presentation by Arend

ATOZ

Students with ATOZ representatives

Throughout the day, several sessions were led by FDEF alumni, who not only presented but also actively engaged with students. Among them were Federico Merlin Casarini, a graduate of the Master in European Economic and Financial Criminal Law and now an Analyst at Deloitte’s Forensic & Financial Crime Department; Eirini Pipidi Kalogirou, a graduate of the Master in European and International Tax Law and now a Senior Tax Associate at ATOZ; Gaelle Gammaitoni, a graduate of the Master in Space, Communication, and Media Law and currently a Data Protection Advisor at l’Administration des Douanes et Accises; Laure Bourguignon, a graduate of the same programme and now a Legal Advisor at the Ministry of State’s Department of Media, Connectivity, and Digital Policy; and Jennifer Burr, a graduate of the Master in European Union Law and Litigation and now Of Counsel at Maples and Calder.

Deloitte

Presentation by Deloitte

European law plays a central role in FDEF’s Master in Law programmes. As part of this focus, the Benelux Union, represented by Jean-Claude Meyer, Deputy Director General, and Stéphane Verwilghen, Legal Advisor, shared valuable insights about the Union and cross-border cooperation for the good-be citizens and businesses. Additionally, students attended an informative session by Catherine Dion-Bourin, Director of the AML/FT Department at the Ministry of Justice, who discussed the Ministry’s structure and its efforts to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.

Benelux

Presentation by Benelux Secretariat

Maples

Presentation by Maples Group

The day offered law students an enriching experience, broadening their understanding of potential career paths and helping them build valuable connections with future employers and Faculty alumni. Presenters shared key insights from their fields, providing their perspectives on various legal sectors and offering a deeper understanding of the skills and expertise required for success. Students particularly valued the opportunity to ask specific questions and gain insights into the personal experiences of presenters and alumni. Mykyta, a Master en Droit Européen student, says:

This event was an incredible opportunity to meet lawyers and hear their incredible stories about everyday challenges in their respective fields. This helps students see what awaits them after legal studies and choose their career path”
Mykyta

Mykyta Prorok

Student

Chloé, a student in the Master in European Economic and Financial Criminal Law, adds: “Personally, I appreciated being able to listen to the personal experiences of professionals and their presentations on different career possibilities.

Ministry

Presentation by l’Administration des Douanes et Accises

As the day concluded, Nadège MEYER-HAMY, Student Counsellor at FDEF and event organizer, expressed her gratitude to all the partners and students for their participation, saying:

Adapting our events is a challenge! This more friendly and local setting concept makes it possible to “break” traditional recruitment codes. Our students were able to ask more specific questions, compared to a student/job fair. The relationship with the stakeholders is privileged.”
Nadege

Nadège MEYER-HAMY

Student Counsellor

The FDEF extends its gratitude to all partners and alumni who participated, helping equip students with the practical knowledge and networking opportunities essential for success in their future careers.