Law Student Gazette

1. Applying for Alternative Routes to “Admission to Practice” at Chambers

Penultimate or final year students who are seeking alternative routes into the Law industry should attend. We will be covering how to find opportunities and how to make a great application.

Friday 2 September, 1.05 – 1.50pm
https://careergateway.monash.edu.au/ViewEvent.chpx?id=143119

2. Faculty Managed Internship

Friends of the Earth Middle East, Israel

Applications are now open and close Friday 23 September, 2011

Three months during the period November to February

Application & Eligibility details –
http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/study-opportunities/internships/friends-earth.html

Student Mobility Funding may be provided, please see eligibility criteria –
http://www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/student-mobility-fund-2.html

Queries please contact Cathy Meredith via email:
cathy.meredith@monash.edu or phone (03) 9905 3311

3. Faculty Managed Internship

Herzog, Fox & Neeman, Israel

Applications are now open and close Friday 16 September, 2011

Minimum of 4 weeks from mid January to mid February

Application & Eligibility details –
http://www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/herzog-fox-neeman.html

Student Mobility Funding may be provided, please see eligibility criteria –
http://www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/student-mobility-fund-2.html

Queries please contact Cathy Meredith via email:
cathy.meredith@monash.edu or phone (03) 9905 3311

4. Faculty Managed Internship

Reprieve Australia, USA

Applications are now open and close Friday 16 September, 2011

Minimum of 3 Months November to February

Application & Eligibility details –
http://www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/reprieve-australia.html

Student Mobility Funding may be provided, please see eligibility criteria –
http://www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/student-mobility-fund-2.html

Queries please contact Cathy Meredith via email:
cathy.meredith@monash.edu or phone (03) 9905 3311

5. Summer Internship – The NSW Law Reform Commission

The NSW Law Reform Commission operates a summer internship program for law students in, or entering, their final year of study.

While this opportunity is unpaid, it does provide access to a range of professional development opportunities including working with our Commissioners.

For further information please see NSW Law Reform Commission Summer Internship and details can also be found on our website at this link: http://www.lawlink.nsw.gov.au/lawlink/lrc/ll_lrc.nsf/pages/LRC_internship

This internship is being brought to Monash Law students attention on the basis that students are often mobile over summer, though it’s more relevant to those located in or close to Sydney, there is the opportunity to incorporate this summer position into your holiday.

If you have questions you can email or call Abi Paramaguru on (02) 8061 9263 or abi_paramaguru@agd.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close Friday, 30 September 2011.

1. 2011 Costello Lecture – Enlarging Our Vision of Rights

Speaker Monash Alumnus, Mr Brian Walters SC, prominent barrister and human rights advocate (BA/LLB 1977)

Introduced by Tim Costello AO (BJuris 1976, LLB 1978, DipEd 1979), CEO, World Vision Australia

Last year the Rudd Government rejected the recommendation of the National Human Rights Consultation Committee for a Human Rights Act.

Not the Victorian Charter is under challenge.

Is it asking too much to have human rights protection in Australia?

Or do we in fact ask too little?

With dangerous climate change now a reality, perhaps it is not merely the rights of humans we should seek to recognise and protect.

Brian Walters SC is a Melbourne senior counsel. He is a former president of Liberty Victoria and has written and spoken widely on human rights issues. He has also had a long involvement in environmental issues, including co-founding ‘Wild’ – Australia’s wilderness adventure magazine – and campaigning on numerous environmental issues from the Franklin River to the forests of East Gippsland.

2. Monash Law School’s 18th Lucinda Lecture

“Interpreting the Constitution – Words, History and Change”

The Honourable Robert French AC

Chief Justice of The High Court of Australia

For further information please see Lucinda lecture

3. The Rule of Law

Proudly presented by the Australasian Institute of Judicial Administration and Monash University Faculty of Law

To be delivered by The Rt Hon the Lord Igor Judge Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales

4. The Women in the Law Breakfast

Speakers: Judge Felicity Hampel of the County Court, and Jessie Taylor, human rights advocate.

Ticket sales close Wednesday August 31st 12pm. To purchase tickets simply head down to your Law Society office between 10am and 3pm and sign up on our guest list or buy tickets online at trybooking.com/uqx

Every year the Victorian Council of Law Students’ Societies in conjunction with Maurice Blackburn host the Women in the Law Breakfast. This breakfast brings together a number of prominent female speakers to present to students and professionals their experiences with the law. While this event is focused towards female law students it is an open event and anyone is entitled to attend. It also provides an ideal time to mingle and network with members of the profession in an informal setting.

This year our keynote speaker will be Judge Felicity Hampel of the County Court. Offering unparalleled insight into the legal profession, the learned Judge has extensive experience working in human rights, better access to justice and reform as well as confronting obstacles as a woman engaged in the law at a very high level.

As well we also have Monash Law Alumni and celebrated film writer and producer Jessie Taylor, known for her film exposing the plight of refugees, We Will Be Remembered For This. As an advocate for refugees as well as a federal court associate, at such a young age, Jessie has a lot to offer those keen on social justice and student advocacy.

Spaces are limited so make sure you get in fast.

5. Voice of Experience – Women in Law Cocktail Night

Gaining insight about what leading female professionals now know about success in the legal profession.

Keynote Speakers

• Honourable Rosemary Anne Balmford – Victoria’s first female Supreme Court Judge
• Honourable Felicity Hampel – Judge of County Court
• Bronwyn Lincoln – Partner at Freehills

Students will be able to ask any questions from the attending legal professionals as we aim to have a ratio of 1:3, legal professionals to students. The legal professionals will include judges, barristers and partners from major law firms (such as Baker and McKenzie, Minter Ellison, Norton Rose, Middletons, Arnold Bloch Leibler etc, just for a sneak peak!).

For JD students who wish to attend, please email monashlawambassadors2011@gmail.com to arrange tickets.

1. Call for Papers – You Me Unity

The Panel of Constitutional Recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples was established by the Australian Government with the support of the Opposition, Greens and Independent members of Parliament to lead the national conversation about constitutional recognition, and to report on options for change by December 2011.

To progress the national conversation, we are pleased to distribute the (PDF Panel’s Discussion Paper).  The discussion paper is a starting point for Australia-wide consultations on the constitutional recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. It sets out background information about the Constitution why constitutional recognition is important and the potential benefits for all Australians from constitutional recognition. It also explores some possible ideas for constitutional recognition. These ideas are just a starting point for discussion and development of them during our community consultation. We would also be interested in hearing about ideas for constitutional recognition that have not been included in the Discussion Paper.

Further information about the constitutional recognition and Do It Yourself consultation material you may wish to use can be found at http://www.youmeunity.org.au

Submissions must be made by Friday 30 September, 2011.

2. Daffodil Day Cancer Council Merchandise for Sale

Pens are available for sale at the Law Student Services counter to help raise funds

to make a difference to the 76 Victorians diagnosed with cancer every day.

Please support the Cancer Council

3. LSS Elections

The faculty strongly encourages all students to consider running and voting in the upcoming LSS elections. The LSS provides an important means of communication between the faculty and the student body. This is a great opportunity to increase your participation in helping shape the Monash Law School Experience. More information can be found below in the LSS notices.

4. Monash/Rowville Rail Community Forum, Tuesday 30th August @ 1pm, Airport Lounge, 1st Level Campus Centre Clayton

One of the lead stories in Monash memo this week was an article by the Vice Chancellor discussing the importance of the proposed Monash/Rowville Rail study currently been conducted by the State Government.  The study is looking at a train line from Huntingdale Station to Rowville with a station at the Clayton campus.  The Vice Chancellor highlights a rail extension will deliver a transformational change to the Clayton campus.

The story also promotes the Monash community forum to be held on the 30 August at 1.00pm in the campus centre.  It is vital that the university community attends this forum in large numbers to demonstrate how critically important we see the provision of improved public transport to our Clayton campus.

We have a goal of 1000 staff and students attending the forum as a clear demonstration of how important this is to Monash.  It would be fantastic if you and your colleagues could attend this forum.

http://www.monash.edu.au/news/show/community-forum-for-rail-line

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1. Applying for Alternative Routes to “Admission to Practice” at Chambers

Penultimate or final year students who are seeking alternative routes into the Law industry should attend. We will be covering how to find opportunities and how to make a great application.

Friday 2 September, 1.05 – 1.50pm
https://careergateway.monash.edu.au/ViewEvent.chpx?id=143119

2. Beck Legal – Summer Clerkship Program

Beck Legal is pleased to announce they will be holding a summer clerkship program for law students currently in their last year at university.

3 placements for a 3 week period will be offered from December 2011 through to February 2012.

Beck Legal is located in Central Victoria and is a medium sized firm that practices in the following areas:

• Local Government
• Litigation
• Family Law
• Commercial Law
• Conveyancing
• Wills & Estates

For further information please see Summer Clerkship Program

3. Postgraduate Roadshow

Date: Tuesday 23 August

Time: 11.00am – 2.00pm

Venue: Building 10, Campus Centre (upstairs), Clayton Campus

It’s never too early or too late to start thinking about postgraduate study. Come along to the Postgraduate Roadshow and chat to staff about your many postgraduate options.

Why Postgraduate?

Because you’re not ready to leave university yet and want to continue studying to suit your professional or personal needs

Because a postgraduate qualification can fast-track your career, providing a quicker route to where you want to be

Because you want to improve your skills and upgrade your qualifications (e.g. add a teaching diploma to your Arts degree)

Web Address to register:

http://mordor.mapa.monash.edu.au/AEE/Registration.aspx?ELID=ddb97fe2-5bfb-44cb-b54d-afd0f9d441a2

4. Summer Internship – The NSW Law Reform Commission

The NSW Law Reform Commission operates a summer internship program for law students in, or entering, their final year of study.

While this opportunity is unpaid, it does provide access to a range of professional development opportunities including working with our Commissioners.

For further information please see NSW Law Reform Commission Summer Internship and details can also be found on our website at this link: http://www.lawlink.nsw.gov.au/lawlink/lrc/ll_lrc.nsf/pages/LRC_internship

This internship is being brought to Monash Law students attention on the basis that students are often mobile over summer, though it’s more relevant to those located in or close to Sydney, there is the opportunity to incorporate this summer position into your holiday.

If you have questions you can email or call Abi Paramaguru on (02) 8061 9263 or abi_paramaguru@agd.nsw.gov.au.

1. 2011 Costello Lecture – Enlarging Our Vision of Rights

Speaker Monash Alumnus, Mr Brian Walters SC, prominent barrister and human rights advocate (BA/LLB 1977)

Introduced by Tim Costello AO (BJuris 1976, LLB 1978, DipEd 1979), CEO, World Vision Australia

Last year the Rudd Government rejected the recommendation of the National Human Rights Consultation Committee for a Human Rights Act.

Not the Victorian Charter is under challenge.

Is it asking too much to have human rights protection in Australia?

Or do we in fact ask too little?

With dangerous climate change now a reality, perhaps it is not merely the rights of humans we should seek to recognise and protect.

Brian Walters SC is a Melbourne senior counsel. He is a former president of Liberty Victoria and has written and spoken widely on human rights issues. He has also had a long involvement in environmental issues, including co-founding ‘Wild’ – Australia’s wilderness adventure magazine – and campaigning on numerous environmental issues from the Franklin River to the forests of East Gippsland.

2. Monash Law School’s 18th Lucinda Lecture

“Interpreting the Constitution – Words, History and Change”

The Honourable Robert French AC

Chief Justice of The High Court of Australia

For further information please see Lucinda lecture

3. The Rule of Law

Proudly presented by the Australasian Institute of Judicial Administration and Monash University Faculty of Law

To be delivered by The Rt Hon the Lord Igor Judge Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales

1. Daffodil Day Cancer Council Merchandise for Sale

Pens are available for sale at the Law Student Services counter to help raise funds

to make a difference to the 76 Victorians diagnosed with cancer every day.

Please support the Cancer Council

2. Parliment of Victoria – Law Reform Committee – Call for Papers

Inquiry into access to and interaction with the justice system by people with an intellectual disability and their family and carers.

For further information please see Call for Papers and Terms of Reference

The closing dates for submissions is Friday 9 September, 2011

3. Inter-campus exchange to Monash University Sunway campus, Malaysia – Semester 1 2012

Webpage including application form:
http://www.monash.edu.au/students/studyabroad/apply/intercampus.html

Applications close 15 October 2011 for Semester 1 2012

• Free accommodation
• Free airport transfer
• Free $1500 Travel grant

For further information:
Visit:  Monash Abroad @ 1st Floor campus centre, Clayton
Contact:  03 9905 3041 or
Email:  jowey.lim@monash.edu

This exchange opportunity has nothing to do with the Law Malaysia International program

4. International Students Work Essentials Forum

Venue: Building 63, Central 1 Theatre, Clayton Campus
Date: Wednesday 7 September 2011
Time: 4.30 – 7.00pm

Are you an international student looking to build your skills and career?

If so, come to Employment and Career Development’s International Students Work Essentials Forum.  At the forum, you will hear from industry professionals and past international students about what employers look for in international candidates, and how to best succeed in Australian workplace culture.

For more information and to book, visit: http://tinyurl.com/work-essentials.

1. Law Library Seminars

Monday’s seminar on Case Notes is fully booked, so the library is offering another session on Tuesday 23 August at 1 pm in L4.

Please book on https://my.monash.edu.au/news-and-events/bookings/library/

Students are asked to bring a laptop or mobile device to access the databases. A ‘Writing case notes’ tab with an example has been added to the Law Library Guide.

1. Information Sessions at MULC

Trish Hughes, the Learning Skills Adviser, is conducting some additional seminars at the City Chambers during Semester 2.  One stream  called ‘Beginning legal writing’ is intended for  first year JD students and the other called ‘Advanced writing seminars’ is intended for LLM and later-year JD students.

For further details please see the flyer attached PG Seminars and   http://www.lib.monash.edu.au/classes/law/learning-skills.html

For further information about the S2 learning skills classes or to arrange any additional classes or a student consultation, please contact Trish by email  patricia.hughes@monash.edu or telephone 990-58657.

2. Insight Session – LSS and the JD Portfolio

Venue: Monash University Law Chambers

Date: Tuesday 23 August

Time: 6.00pm – 7.00pm

What: Find out about the inner workings of YOUR LSS Portfolio – YOUR voice on the LSS and to the Faculty. What has been achieved in the first year of this new portfolio, exciting ventures for the future and what is involved in being part of the portfolio. This session will be of particular interest to those considering running for a 2011-2012 JD Portfolio position.

RSVP via: jd@monashlss.com OR http://www.facebook.com/?q=#/event.php?eid=109734235793368

3. Insight Session – Politics

Venue: Monash University Law Chambers

Date: Wednesday 14 September

Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm

What: how you can use your degree in the field of politics.

Presenter: John Thwaites, the former Deputy Premier of Victoria (1999 – 2007), Minister for Health, Minister for Planning, Minister for Environment, Minister for Water, Minister for Victorian Communities and Victoria’s first Minister for Climate Change.

4. Insight Session – Human Rights and In House

DATE CHANGED due to a change in the guest speaker’s availability. See next week’s Law Gazette for the new date.

Monash University Law Chambers

Presenter: Fiona McLeay, Executive Director of Public Interest Law Clearing House (PILCH) and former General Counsel of World Vision

5. Law Chambers Research Sessions on September 2 : Westlaw and Lexis Basics

Westlaw and Lexis are two of the world’s largest legal databases.  They contain hundreds of full text journals and primary sources from the UK, US, Canada and other jurisdictions. Sandra Pyke from the Law Library will be conducting sessions at the Law Chambers to help you get the best from these databases.

The sessions are aimed at later year JD students and LLM.

When: Friday 2 September 9 – 10 am or 12 – 1 pm

Bookings are available via the online class booking system

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1.Reminder: Professional Transitions – Law Program

Remember that Professional Transitions – Law Program starts on Tuesday!  The program has been developed by Employment and Career Development with Lloyd England, Student Experience Manager and is being delivered by employers such as Blake Dawson, DLA Piper and industry representatives like the Law Institute Victoria, Victorian Bar Student Engagement Committee and Michael Page – Legal recruitment agency.  Come and learn about the best ways to start your career!

Every Tuesday from 16 August 2011 onwards, 1.00-2.00pm
Building 12, Lecture Theatre L3, Clayton Campus

For more details and to book visit: http://tinyurl.com/professional-transitions

2.Volunteering at Monash Oakleigh Legal Service (MOLS)

Are you a first to third year law student looking for the opportunity to gain some invaluable practical legal experience?

Applications are now open for the “Wednesday Night Advice Only” volunteer group at MOLS, which is located next to Monash Clayton Campus at 60 Beddoe Avenue.

What is it all about?

• · you will be part of the Wednesday night team which provides advice to clients experiencing a wide range of legal problems.
• · you will be rostered to volunteer on Wednesday nights on a fortnightly basis from 6:15pm until approximately 8:30pm
• · you will interview clients along with another law student
• · you will develop practical legal skills as well as research skills
• · you will have the opportunity to learn and work under the supervision of a qualified lawyer

Successful applicants will volunteer for a six month period starting from the end of September through to mid/end of April 2012 (with Christmas break).

Please download the application form from:

http://www.communitylaw.org.au/monashoakleigh/cb_pages/Volunteering.php.

Once you have completed the application, please email all relevant documents to Jenn Lindstrom at mols-volunteer@monash.edu or post it to Monash-Oakleigh Legal Service (60 Beddoe Avenue, Clayton VIC 3168). Applications are accepted until COB 19 August 2011, please note that late applications will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application!

3. Volunteering at the Family Law Assistance Program (MOLS/FLAP)

If you are in your second year of your law degree (and above), we encourage you to put your name on the waiting list. You can do so by sending an email with your full name, year level, email address and phone number to mols-volunteer@monash.edu.

Please note that FLAP recruits on an as-needed basis several times a year so all waiting list students will be contacted and provided with information prior to recruitment.

Please email Jenn Lindstrom at mols-volunteer@monash.edu if you have any further queries.

4. Volunteering at Monash Oakleigh Legal Service (MOLS) as a Mentor

If you have previously completed a Professional Practice unit and interested in applying for a position as a mentor for the MOLS Advice Only Program, please email Jenn at mols-volunteer@monash.edu to ask for an application form. Applications close COB 19 August 2011.

1. 2011 Costello Lecture

Enlarging our vision of rights

Speaker: Monash alumnus, Mr Brian Walters SC, prominent barrister and human rights advocate (BA/LLB 1977).

Introduced by Tim Costello AO (BJuris 1976, LLB 1978, DipEd 1979), CEO, World Vision Australia.

Last year the Rudd Government rejected the recommendation of the National Human Rights Consultation Committee for a Human Rights Act.
Now the Victorian Charter is under challenge.
Is it asking too much to have human rights protected in Australia?
Or do we in fact ask too little?
With dangerous climate change now a reality, perhaps it is not merely the rights of humans we should seek to recognise and protect.

Brian Walters SC is a Melbourne senior counsel. He is a former president of Liberty Victoria and has written and spoken widely on human rights issues. He has also had a long involvement in environmental issues, including co-founding “Wild” – Australia’s wilderness adventure magazine – and campaigning on numerous environmental issues from the Franklin River to the forests of East Gippsland.

Date: Thursday 15 September, 2011
Time: 6–7.15pm
Venue: Monash University Law Chambers
555 Lonsdale St, Melbourne
RSVP: Friday 9 September, 2011
Email  law-marketing@monash.edu or Tel 03 9905 2630

2. Eighth Fiat Justitia Lecture

Common law statutes and judicial legislation

By Mr Stephen Gageler SC,
Solicitor-General of Australia

Patron: The Hon. Michael Black AC, Chief Justice of the Federal Court of Australia 1991–2010

Convenors: Professor H P Lee, Sir John Latham Professor of Law, Monash University and Professor Marilyn Pittard, Professor of Law, Monash University

Date: Wednesday 24th August, 2011
Time: 6– 7pm (followed by refreshments)
Venue: Monash University Law Chambers
555 Lonsdale St, Melbourne
Cost: Free
RSVP: Wednesday 17 August, 2011
Email  law-marketing@monash.edu or Tel 03 9905 2630

3. 18th Lucinda Lecture – On Campus

Interpreting the Constitution – Words, History and Change

By The Honourable Robert French AC,
Chief Justice of The High Court of Australia

Date: Tuesday 20 September, 2011
Time: 1–2pm
Venue: Monash University  Clayton Campus
Building 8 / R5
RSVP Friday 16 September, 2011
Email  law-marketing@monash.edu or Tel 03 9905 2630

4. Monash University Faculty of Law and The Australasian Institute of Judicial Administration

are pleased to present

The Rule of Law

Presented by The Rt Hon the Lord Igor Judge Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales

Date: Monday 5 September, 2011
Time: 5.30pm
Venue: Monash University Law Chambers
555 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
RSVP: Thursday 1 September, 2011
Email: law‐marketing@monash.edu or Tel 03 9905 3357

Further info http://www.law.monash.edu.au/about-us/events/index.html

5. Voice of Experience – Women in Law Cocktail Night

Gaining insight about what leading female professionals now know about success in the legal profession.

Date: Wednesday 21 September, 2011
Time: 6pm–9pm
Venue: Monash Law Chambers
555 Lonsdale St, Melbourne
Price:$10, food, beer and wine provided.

Ticket Selling: Law Basement in week 4, 5, and 6 except Friday (from 1-2 pm)

Keynote Speakers

• Honourable Rosemary Anne Balmford – Victoria’s first Supreme Court Judge
• Honourable Felicity Hampel – Judge of County Court

Students will be able to ask any questions from the attending legal professionals as we aim to have a ratio of 1:3, legal professionals to students. The legal professionals will include judges, barristers and partners from major law firms  (such as Baker and McKenzie, Minterellison, Norton Rose, Middletons etc, just for a sneak peak!).

For JD students who wish to attend, please email monashlawambassadors2011@gmail.com to arrange tickets.

6. Monash University Vice-Chancellor’s Public Debate: Should Australia put a price on carbon?

The carbon tax is the defining issue of Australian politics in 2011.

With the Gillard government on the ropes and debate over climate change reaching fever pitch, now is the perfect time for a serious debate about the economic and environmental implications of a price on carbon.

The 2011 Vice-Chancellor’s Public Debate will bring together an impressive list of speakers, including:

Adam Bandt, Federal Member for Melbourne (Greens)
John Brumby, Former Victorian Premier
Kelly O’Dwyer, Federal Member for Higgins (Liberal Party)
John Roskam, Executive Director of the Institute of Public Affairs
Victor Finkel, 2011 World Debating Champion and Best Speaker

Refreshments will be served from 5.45 pm, with the debate to commence at 6.30 pm. The debate will be followed by a Q & A session, moderated by Monash University Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Ed Byrne.

Date: Wednesday 31 August, 2011
Time: 6.30pm-8 pm
Venue: South 1 Lecture Theatre, Building 64, Clayton Campus
Refreshments: Provided from 5.45pm
Cost: Free
RSVP: Please arrive early on the night to secure a seat

For further information, please contact Kiran Iyer at monash.debaters.sponsorshi​p@gmail.com or on 0408 389 580.’