Law Students’ Society (LSS) Notices
LSS General Notices
1. Time management and procrastination: Leap into Leadership online
We know it’s hard to manage your time while at university. Balancing study, work, volunteering and other responsibilities can be stressful.
Now is the perfect time to get organised and develop your skills.
That’s why Monash has created Time Management and Prioritisation, a free online module for all students.
You’ll learn how to stay focused and avoid procrastination, create an effective to-do list and delegate to your team. It only takes about one to two hours to complete the module, and you’ll receive a personalised certificate and resource pack when you finish.
Time Management and Prioritisation is just one module offered in Leap into Leadership Online: a suite of interactive modules you can complete any time, at any stage of your studies. With modules on communication, teamwork, goal-setting and more, there’s plenty of topics to suit you.
Get your semester on the right track – enrol in “Time Management and Prioritisation” now.
2. 2017 LSS Elections
Attention all Monash LSS members – voting is this week for your 2017 Committee. Make the most of your membership and have a say in who represents you! Anyone who was a member prior to Monday 22 August is eligible to vote.
Voting will be held across Monday 5 and Tuesday 6 September, from 12.00-2.00pm and 4.00-6.00pm in the Law Basement. All your candidates will be in the basement at this time working hard for your vote. Make sure you quiz them and ask the hard questions to ensure the 2017 committee represents your interests!
Results will be announced Monday 12 September at 1.00pm at the AGM. If you have any questions please contact Tess Birch at returningofficer@monashlss.com.
Good luck to everyone running!
3. Melbourne Lawyers’ Orchestra are looking for musicians
The Melbourne Lawyers’ Orchestra (MLO) is an independent, non-profit orchestra made up of members of Melbourne’s legal community – from judges to law students.
We are one of the permanent projects administered by BottledSnail Productions, which aspires to provide a creative outlet for lawyers and law students through producing concerts, art exhibitions and theatre, among other things.
We are currently interest from all musicians, particularly violin, viola and cello players for our orchestra.
Please email MLO Director, Aimee Nguyen at aimee.nguyen@bottledsnail.com to express your interest.
4. RUOK? Day at Clayton
This Thursday is RUOK? Day, an important initiative encouraging all people to stop and have a conversation with their friends and family about mental health.
The biggest killer of young people is suicide, and so the RUOK? Day Foundation aims to raise awareness about mental illness and encourage individuals to speak out, working towards removing the stigma surrounding mental illness.
Your LSS is teaming up with Monash University and the Law Faculty to provide a day of activities. A BBQ will occur on the South One lawn from 12.00pm, with free snags, burgers and a selection of non-alcoholic beverages. In the Law basement, the three-minute angels will be performing massages from 11.00am.
And most importantly, it’s Boof’s birthday. Boof is the therapy dog who visits the Law Building every Thursday and this Thursday, we’re having a birthday party, and some of Boof’s friends are coming to join in the celebrations.
So come down and have a chat with your reps, learn more about how you can battle mental illness and relax.
5. Monash University Self-Defence Workshop
The Monash University Kickboxing Club is running a ‘Self-Defence Essentials’ Workshop for Monash University students and staff at Clayton Campus on Sat 17 Sept (1pm-4pm).
This Workshop is aimed at arming participants with the knowledge and skills to protect themselves, stay safe, and live with confidence!
LSS Members get 50% tickets (wow!) using the promo code “monashlss.” That brings it down to $25 for a 3 hour class!
Go to monashkickboxing.com/monashselfdefence to book tickets now! For more information, visit the Facebook event.
LSS Careers Notices
1. Administrative Appeals Tribunal position in Hobart
The AAT is seeking an Administrative Assistant Legal for their Hobart office.
The AAT provides independent review of a wide range of administrative decisions made by the Australian Government and some non-government bodies.
This is a non-ongoing position for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension.
The AAL undertakes legal research which may include case law research, monitoring of legislation and preparation of case summaries, assists with the preparation and legal editing of Tribunal orders, decisions and reasons for decision, prepares catchwords and summaries of reasons for decision, drafts directions and interlocutory orders, provides administrative support which may include pre-hearing liaison with parties and case management of files.
For more information and how to apply, please see here.
2. Ashurst GradConnection competition
Do you see yourself as a future leader in law?
Applications are now open for the GradConnection Top 100 Future Leaders Competition, which features the Ashurst Law Prize.
This competition is a great opportunity to get a head start on your penultimate year by familiarising yourself with application, assessment and interview techniques.
Applications close on Friday 9 September. Apply now!
Learn more about GradConnection.
3. Industrial Relations Society of Victoria Networking Night
The IRSC event provides Law students with the opportunity to network with representatives from all facets of Industrial Relations; to get a feel for what the industry is about, and how to best position yourself for a graduate role.
Canapes, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. Please visit irsc.asn.au/ to register your interest and for more information.
Date: Thursday 8 September 2016
Time: 6.00-8.00pm
Venue: Fair Work Commission Foyer, 11 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
Cost: This event is free.
LSS JD Notices
1. RUOK? Day at Law Chambers
This Thursday 8th September is R U OK? Day at Monash University.
The LSS alongside the Monash Law faculty are hosting an event in support of the national charity R U OK? because we believe that asking “are you ok?” is something we can all do to make a difference.
Sometimes Law school can lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation but you’re not alone! R U OK? Is about the power of connection and to encourage people to ask the question “are you ok?” and to look out for one another. By raising awareness about the importance of connection and providing resources throughout the year, the R U OK? The Foundation aims to prevent isolation by empowering people to support each other through life’s ups and downs.
Come by the Kitchen from 11.00-3.00pm for a light lunch. From 12.00- 2.00pm you can a free massage most importantly come have a chat and learn about the resources available for friends or yourself. We are also launching Monash Chambers Little Library so please come donate a book or peruse our new collection.
2. Networking with ease and the benefits to your career in law workshop
Networking is important in a law career. Come along to this Career Connect seminar and find out why networking is beneficial and pick up tips to stay connected.
Date: Wednesday 14 September 2016
Book in through Career Gateway.
3. Office Hours
The JD campus at Law Chambers operates a pop-up office out of the Kitchen on level 2.
Please contact Jenny at jd.adminactivities@monashlss.com for an up to date list of office opening times.