Law Student Gazette

1. Internship in Paris – apply now

Applications are open now for 6-month internships (January-June 2020) at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer in Paris.

This internship in the Freshfields arbitration group will expose you to a wide range of cross-border work, including some of the most complex and interesting international disputes currently subject to arbitration.

Be quick – applications close Sunday 30 June. Apply now

2. ABL Clerkship – opens 8 July

Are you in your penultimate year? Apply for a seasonal clerkship at Arnold Bloch Leibler.

Arnold Bloch Leibler is a commercial law firm which clients turn to for advice and support on their most complex legal matters, high stakes transactions, litigation and commercial decisions. The ABL Clerkship Program is your chance to kickstart your career. In Victoria, ABL uses a “priority offer” system for their Graduate Program, set out by the LIV, to provide offers to candidates who have clerked with ABL previously.

Clerkship applications open 8 July 2019 and close Sunday 11 August 2019. For further information and to apply see here.

3. Gain real life industry experience with MITI

Are you a current Monash University student in your penultimate year of an undergraduate degree or undertaking a Masters or PhD?

Register your interest for the award-winning Monash Industry Team Initiative (MITI) program. The MITI program is an innovative accelerator program that embeds multi-disciplinary teams of high-achieving students from Monash University into leading Australian and global industry partners.

You will have the opportunity to work within a leading organisation to solve a real-world business problem for 12 weeks over the 2019/20 summer period.

Applications open in August 2019. You can register your interest now on the MITI website.

1. Want to know more about working at PwC?

About PwC

PwC is part of a network of firms in 158 countries with over 250,000 people. PwC is one of the top 50 brands worldwide and PwC Australia is ranked first on LinkedIn’s Top Companies list of where Australians want to work. PwC Australia delivers quality in audit, assurance, consulting and tax services to more than 5,000 clients.

Date: Wednesday 17 July

Time: 5:30-7:30pm

Venue: Monash Chambers, Auditoriums 1, 2, & 3, Ground Floor, 555 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

RSVP: Register here

2. The Death Penalty in Asia: In the academy, in the court, in the street

Please join us at this event for an analysis of the current state of the death penalty in Asia, guided by experts from the field.

Over 20 countries globally continue to execute. Many of these countries are located in the Asian region (including China, Japan, Singapore, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Indonesia and Vietnam). The death penalty typically harms the very poor, and minority groups, including sexual minorities, foreigners and the intellectually impaired. Whilst globally the trend towards abolition over the past 70 years is strong, there is much work to be done in the Asian region.

The evening will feature:

• Dr. Mai Sato, Fellow, ANU College of Asia and the Pacific
• Zainab Mahboob, Head of Legal at Justice Project Pakistan
• Julian McMahon AC SC, President of Capital Punishment Justice Project

Event details:
Date: Tuesday 30 July 2019
Time: 6.00pm – 7.00pm  (drinks and canapés to follow)
Registration commences at 5.30pm
Venue: Monash Law Chambers, 555 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
Free event, RSVP essential here
Enquiries:  chris.roberts@monash.edu

3. Neurofutures: Neuroscience and Responsibility Conference

On 3-4 December 2019 the Monash Law Health & Wellbeing Group is hosting the Neuroscience and Society Conference at the Monash University Law Chambers. A free public debate on the theme ‘Neuroscience and Responsibility’ will also be held on December 4 at the State Library of Victoria and hosted by Jon Faine.

For further information see https://neuroethicsconference.org.au

1. Leave No One Behind 2019 – open for applications

Are you an inquisitive change-maker?

Then, apply for this year’s Leave No One Behind program. Here’s your opportunity to explore, learn and shape a better world.

Applications are now open for Leave No One Behind, a social business competition, reaching out to students and recent graduates for innovative ideas that address disadvantage in our local communities.

You’ll develop your capacity as a leader and build the skills to increase your impact.

How it works

Leave No One Behind will kick off with a Social Innovation Summit on Saturday 10 August 2019. The Summit is open to all students – not just those looking to enter the competition.

Following the Social Innovation Summit, you’ll form a team, and put together a business proposal. We’ll run a series of workshops, and you’ll finesse that proposal into a short, one-page business plan. We’ll hear your pitch, and award prize money to the best concept so you can bring your idea to life.

Real, career-boosting benefits 

• Work with industry experts and mentors
• Get skills in innovation and pitching
• Learn what it takes to succeed in social business
• Win prize money to bring your idea to life

How to apply

1. Sign up for Social Innovation Summit on Saturday 10 August 2019
2. Prepare a 60–90 second video presenting your early idea or sharing your passion for social change
3. Upload your application at Leave No One Behind webpage before midnight on Monday 12 August

More information

Go to the Leave No One Behind webpage. Email us at leavenoonebehind@monash.edu

2. Jindal India Immersion Programme – January 2020

Monash Law students have the exciting opportunity to participate in the India Immersion Programme: An Introduction to Law, Business and Society in India. It will be held from 8 – 26 January 2020 at the O.P. Jindal Global University, India.

The India Immersion Programme will allow students to participate in seminars, lectures and field visits with leading academics and professionals from a variety of industries. The course provides its participants with an introduction to India’s diverse regulatory, business and social impact landscape.

The Programme is a valuable experience for Australian University Students studying Law, Business and/or Arts.

Applications are now open via Monash Abroad Portal and there is $3000 New Colombo Plan funding available to cover program costs for eligible students.

Please find further information on this exciting study abroad opportunity.

3. MinterEllison Beyond University Borders Competition

This competition is brought to you by MinterEllison and the Monash Law Ambassadors.

It is your opportunity to individually enter into the inter-varsity essay writing and public speaking competition by submitting a legal essay (no more than 3,000 words) on any and all commercial law areas.

If you make it to the finals you will be competing against other Victorian university candidates within the MinterEllison building on 31 July 2019.

Applications close 5.00pm on Monday 1 July 2019. Download the information pack to apply.

4. Vice-Chancellor’s Ancora Imparo Leadership Program

Attention all first-year students. Applications for the 2020 Vice-Chancellor’s Ancora Imparo Leadership Program are now open.

This exclusive program will develop your leadership confidence and competence with its:

• Friendly and talented cohort of 40 students representing all Monash faculties
• Three-day, fully-funded residential at a coastal resort
• Series of eight evening seminars with guest speakers from a wide range of fields and disciplines
• Optional service learning projects; and
• $500 stipend for all participants.

You’ll emerge from the program with the skills and knowledge to make the change you want to see in the world, and will benefit from your membership of the program’s global alumni network which includes three Rhodes Scholars.

Find out more.

Applications for the 2020 program close at 5.00pm, Monday 5 August 2019.

1. Textbook Equity Grants

Applications are now open for Semester 2 Textbook Equity Grants, provided in partnership with the Monash Bookstore and Law Faculty.

2. CHASS Australia Prizes

Nominations for the 2019 Council for the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CHASS) Australia Prizes are now open.

The annual CHASS Australia Prizes are a great opportunity to showcase the excellent work being done in the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences in Australia.

Nominate yourself, your fellow students and others in your networks in any of the four prize categories:

• Student: an essay, research or creative project in any Humanities, Arts or Social Sciences area – cash prize of $500 sponsored by CHASS
• Future Leader: an individual under 30 demonstrating leadership skills and potential in the Humanities/Arts/Social Sciences – cash prize of $2,000 sponsored by Future Leaders
• Distinctive Work: an artistic performance, exhibition, film, television show, play, composition, creative or research project, or practical contribution to HASS policy – cash prize of $3,500 sponsored by Routledge
• Book: non-fiction – cash prize of $3,500 sponsored by Routledge

Nominations are open from anyone regardless of their years of training/study in the field, as long as the nominated work fits within the specified criteria. Please note there is no nomination fee for any category and self-nominations are welcome. The application process is very simple and can easily be completed online here.

Terms and conditions apply, please refer to the website for more details. Nominations close at 5.00pm AEST on 21 June

3. Mindfulness for Wellbeing and Peak Performance

CHANGE YOUR MINDSET, IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY and we’ll fund the online course!

The Mindfulness for Wellbeing and Peak Performance course is run in partnership with FutureLearn. The course is developed by Monash University and is open to all Monash students and alumni.

Receive a digital certificate upon completion and Monash will pay for your course.

Apply now

1. Clerkship Masterclass

Will you soon be undertaking a law clerkship or equivalent?

The Clerkship Masterclass has been designed to deliver essential, practical skills relating to research, writing, preparing memos and tips to work effectively during a Clerkship.

The Masterclass is presented by expert staff from the Law Library, Law Faculty, lawyers from top Law Firms and from other legal organisations.

A more detailed breakdown of the day will be provided to those registered, once the program has been finalised.

Date: Friday June 28

Time: 9.15am to 2.30pm (light lunch provided)

Venue: Monash Law Chambers, 555 Lonsdale Street

Register here

More information: Caroline Knaggs, Law Library, 03 9905 2604

1. New Electives for August and October 2019

We are pleased to announce the following new JD elective subjects for this year.

Legal Tech Studio (LAW5650)

Learn about current and emerging legal technologies to enhance your employment prospects in the current legal services market.

Dates: 25 October, 1, 8, 15 November 9.00am-4.00pm; 22 November 9.00am-12.00pm

Lecturer: Rachel Kessel with industry guest lecturers from a range of legal practice.

More information

Law in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (LAW5649)

In this short 4-day unit you will take a closer look at the legal, ethical and political problems of the day that result from AI. Who wins and who loses in the age of artificial intelligence?

Dates: 5, 6, 7, 9 August 9.30am – 4.30pm

Lecturer: Janice Richardson (whom you may remember from Torts) now teaching her specialism.

More information

Online Dispute Resolution (LAW 5460)

What is Online Dispute Resolution (ODR), what technology can be used, and how can it be optimised to provide a solution to legal disputes?

Dates: Trimester 3

Lecturer: Genevieve Grant

More information

1. Diversity and Inclusion Week – submit your event ideas

Event applications are now open for Diversity and Inclusion Week (Monday 7 October – 11 October 2019). This week celebrates the diversity of our community and helps foster inclusive practices in our workplaces and learning environments.

As part of Diversity and Inclusion Week, students are strongly encouraged to take the lead in organising events that promote diversity and foster inclusion across our 6 priority areas.

Grants will be available to support the running of events and will vary depending on the nature of the event.

Please submit event applications here. Applications close Friday 5 July.

If you have any queries, please feel free to contact us on 9905 9499 or at inclusive-communities@monash.edu.

1. New Electives for August and October 2019

We are pleased to announce the following new JD elective subjects for this year.

Legal Tech Studio (LAW5650)

Learn about current and emerging legal technologies to enhance your employment prospects in the current legal services market.

Dates: 25 October, 1, 8, 15 November 9.00am-4.00pm; 22 November 9.00am-12.00pm

Lecturer: Rachel Kessel with industry guest lecturers from a range of legal practice.

More information

Law in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (LAW5649)

In this short 4-day unit you will take a closer look at the legal, ethical and political problems of the day that result from AI. Who wins and who loses in the age of artificial intelligence?

Dates: 5, 6, 7, 9 August 9.30am – 4.30pm

Lecturer: Janice Richardson (whom you may remember from Torts) now teaching her specialism.

More information

Online Dispute Resolution (LAW 5460)

What is Online Dispute Resolution (ODR), what technology can be used, and how can it be optimised to provide a solution to legal disputes?

Dates: Trimester 3

Lecturer: Genevieve Grant

More information

1. Clerkship Masterclass

Will you soon be undertaking a law clerkship or equivalent?

The Clerkship Masterclass has been designed to deliver essential, practical skills relating to research, writing, preparing memos and tips to work effectively during a Clerkship.

The Masterclass is presented by expert staff from the Law Library, Law Faculty, lawyers from top Law Firms and from other legal organisations.

A more detailed breakdown of the day will be provided to those registered, once the program has been finalised.

Date: Friday June 28

Time: 9.15am to 2.30pm (light lunch provided)

Venue: Monash Law Chambers, 555 Lonsdale Street

Register here

More information: Caroline Knaggs, Law Library, 03 9905 2604

1. Diversity and Inclusion Week

Event applications are now open for Diversity and Inclusion Week (Monday 7 October – 11 October 2019). This week celebrates the diversity of our community and helps foster inclusive practices in our workplaces and learning environments.

As part of Diversity and Inclusion Week, students and staff are strongly encouraged to take the lead in organising events that promote diversity and foster inclusion across our 6 priority areas.

Grants will be available to support the running of events and will vary depending on the nature of the event.

Please submit event applications here. Applications close Friday 5 July.

If you have any queries, please feel free to contact us on 9905 9499 or at inclusive-communities@monash.edu.

2. Castan Centre for Human Rights Law Conference – Early bird offer ends today

The Castan Centre’s annual conference is coming up on Friday 26 July, featuring a line up of dynamic speakers on highly topical issues.

The student early bird ticket rate ($80) ends Friday 7 June.

3. Cyber Law & Security – Protecting your Business from a Cyber Attack

Understanding the complexity of cyber law and cyber security can be a difficult task for many business owners. Yet the impact of when a cyber attack occurs can have far reaching and devastating consequences for your business.

Join Legally Yours, YBF Ventures and Merton Lawyers, for a night of conversational learning, where we bring together some of the best minds in cyber law and cyber security to discuss how to best protect your business from a cyber attack.

Date: Thursday 27 June

Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Venue: YBF Ventures, 520 Bourke Street, Melbourne

Register here

Free event

4. Updates in Commercial Leasing

Commercial leasing is a dynamic and challenging aspect of commercial practice; even when subject to retail or shop lease legislation, commercial leases are primarily subject to common law.

This panel of expert practitioners will provide an update on the latest developments in commercial leasing and tenancy law, and will offer attendees the benefit of their analysis and experience.

Date: Wednesday 12 June

Time: 5:15pm – 6:15 pm

Venue: Monash University Law Chambers, 555 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

Register here

Free event