Events
1. Contract Construction: Ambiguity of Terms and Reference to ‘Surrounding Circumstances’
- The role of ambiguity: what is the test, and if ambiguity exists, what is the consequence?
- The scope of ‘surrounding circumstances’: what evidence is admissible?
Codelfa Construction Pty Ltd v State Rail Authority of NSW (1982) 149 CLR 337 established the legal principle that ‘evidence of surrounding circumstances is admissible to assist in the interpretation of the contract if the language is ambiguous or susceptible of more than one meaning’.
The principle is often relied on, but its application raises two important issues. First, is there ‘ambiguity’ and if so, to what extent? Secondly, if ambiguity exists, what are the limits of the ‘surrounding circumstances’ to which reference may be made?
In resolving these issues there is often significant scope for argument. This seminar provides an opportunity to join a panel of experts in discussing the legal principles and practical issues involved in this fundamental area of commercial practice.
| Venue: | The Lower Banking Chamber 385 Bourke St, Melbourne |
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| Date: | Wednesday 8 June, 2011 | |
| Time: | 5.15 pm – 6.15 pm | |
| Cost: | Free | |
| Speakers: | Commercial Court Speakers | |
| RSVP: | by Friday 3 June, 2011 Email marketing@law.monash.edu.au or phone (03) 9905 2630 |
Barristers, solicitors and interested clients are encouraged to attend.
For further information please see Commercial Court Seminar
2. Making a Great Seasonal Clerkship Application
Take a purposeful break from your exam preparation.
| Venue: | Clayton Campus, Building 12, Lecture Theatre L3 |
| Date: | Wednesday 25 May, 2011 |
| Time | 12.30pm – 1.30pm |
If you are a penultimate year student and need help in what and what not to include, as well as tips for tailoring your application for Clerkships, this is the seminar for you!
It is helpful if you can book in at www.careergateway.monash.edu.au but do feel free to come without booking.
For further information please see Law Careers Seminars