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Are there any platforms besides LinkedIn for professional or academic networking?

Hello! I will be starting university this fall, and I have been using LinkedIn as my primary networking platform. For some context, I plan to attend law school after, so I'm trying to connect with like-minded individuals. To prepare for this journey, I'd like to know which platforms I should explore as I enter the professional world. Are there specific options that cater to pre-law students or individuals looking to network in the law or policy fields? #Spring2025

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Karin’s Answer

Hi Ashley,

A strictly professional source of networking opportunities would be the websites of the bar associations. I left some links for you below.

You can also join general social media sites (I would recommend BlueSky) and look for the law bubble. On BlueSky you can tailor what you see to your interests. So, if you only want to see lawyers, you can set up your own feed or join an existing one.

I hope this helps! All the best!

KP

Karin recommends the following next steps:

https://educationusa.state.gov/events/networking-legal-community-us
https://www.americanbar.org/
https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/
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Teklemuz Ayenew’s Answer

Absolutely! Beyond LinkedIn, there are many other platforms to help you connect and grow. University alumni networks are great for meeting both current students and professionals. The National Lawyers Guild (NLG) offers valuable resources for law students. Meetup is ideal for finding local law or policy events, while Twitter communities like LawTwitter and PolicyTwitter are great for staying updated on legal discussions. Reddit has subreddits like r/LawSchool and r/legaladvice, which provide advice and networking opportunities.

For more casual connections, consider LawLink and Discord servers. Additionally, law-related podcasts and webinars are excellent for staying engaged with the community. Keep exploring—there are endless opportunities out there!
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