Virtual Candidates & International Candidates Workshop - Association of American Law Schools

Aug 6, 2026 3:30 – 6 PM Eastern/12:30 – 3 PM Pacific

During the main candidates workshop program, you will have an opportunity to hear from a panel of law school professors and administrators with experience in faculty hiring, discuss interview questions, and solicit advice in small groups. During the second part of the program, an experienced law school dean and faculty member with an international background will discuss various topics and answer questions for international candidates. The Workshop will not be recorded.

Candidates Workshop Schedule

3:30 – 3:35 PM	Welcome from the AALS President
3:35 – 3:40 PM	Welcome and Introduction to AALS
3:40 – 4:20 PM	Opening Tips and Information
4:20 – 4:35 PM	Virtual Faculty Recruitment Conference and the software platform (VidCruiter)
4:35 – 4:55 PM	Breakout Room Discussions
4:55 – 5:00 PM	Final Tips from Facilitators to Entire Group
5:00 – 6:00 PM	International Candidates Program

International Candidates Workshop

Aug 6, 2026 5:00 – 6:00 PM Eastern/2:00 – 3:00 PM Pacific

Immediately following the main candidates program, we will host a session for international candidates. An experienced law school dean and faculty member with an international background will discuss various topics and answer candidate questions. Topics will include U.S. professional norms, how to frame answers about a lack of a U.S. law degree, bar admission, or work experience; strategies for course packages; callback issues, including travel reimbursement and schedule; and visa status and assistance.