Law Student Gazette

1. Monash Law Running Club

The Monash Law Running Club is back again for Semester 2.

If you are looking to get fit, improve your health and wellbeing or would like to catch up with your fellow law buddies then come along to our running sessions.

Whether you are a seasoned runner or a complete beginner we cater for all abilities and no one gets left behind!

Join our Facebook page for specific days and times on when our sessions are. We look forward to seeing you soon.

2. Schwarzman Scholarship

Designed to prepare young leaders to deepen understanding between China and the rest of the world, Schwarzman Scholars is the first scholarship created to respond to the geopolitical landscape of the 21st Century.

Whether in politics, business or science, the success of future leaders around the world will depend upon an understanding of China’s role in global trends.

Students pursue a Masters in Global Affairs, working with an academic advisor to design an academic plan that best suits his or her academic and professional goals.

Students spend a year immersed in an international community of thinkers, innovators and senior leaders in business, politics and society. In an environment of intellectual engagement, professional development and cultural exchange, they learn from one another and pursue their academic disciplines while building their leadership capacities.

To learn more see here.

To apply see here.

Applications close 11:59PM EDT on Thursday 26 September.

3. Podcast: Just Cases

Each day, law courts make decisions that change the lives of those present in the courtroom. Some decisions change society itself.

Just Cases explores the backstory to the biggest court cases you’ve never heard of.

Recent episodes include:

• EPISODE 15: Rolls-Royce’s worldwide network of corruption: Rolls-Royce. The name is synonymous with luxury. But in recent years, whistleblowers have revealed the prestige brand has been exporting corruption worldwide.
• EPISODE 14: “Now free speech has been killed as well”: How does the law balance the rights of women to access safe and legal abortions with the right to free speech and protest?

4. Podcast: Lawyers Weekly Show

The law students of today, who will become the lawyers of tomorrow, are not prepared to accept a workplace culture where bullying, sexual harassment and lack of care for mental health exists, says the Australian Law Students’ Association on The Lawyers Weekly Show. Check it out.

1. International Legal Careers (ILC) is hiring

We are seeking new editors, researchers, marketing advisors and website managers to join our team.

ILC is a Monash startup which provides law students, academics + practitioners with information about practicing law in foreign countries.

This opportunity will refine your personal knowledge of international legal opportunities + connect you with industry professionals across a global network.

Applications close Monday 23 September at 5:00pm.

Learn more + apply here

2. Corrs Chambers Westgarth Paralegals

Corrs Chambers Westgarth is Australia’s leading independent law firm.

The Legal Technology Solutions group is currently recruiting in the Melbourne office for paralegals who are available to work at least three or four days a week on a casual basis, and are available to start immediately.

We are seeking applicants who have either completed their legal studies, are in the final stages of their law degree or are undertaking practical legal training.

Apply here

3. Indigenous Telstra Graduate Opportunity

Telstra are recruiting an Indigenous graduate commercial lawyer for a February 2020 start in Sydney.

This role would suit an Indigenous student who has recently graduated (with 0-12 months PQE) or a student who will graduate at the end of 2019.

Some of the features of the role include:

3-year fixed-term Telstra contract

First 9-12 months on secondment to Gilbert + Tobin in Sydney as part of our graduate program, working in our Corporate Advisory group in Sydney.

Working in Telstra’s in-house legal team in Sydney, with potential for role to be based in Melbourne.

Learn more about the role and apply here.

Applications should be submitted by Friday 13 September 2019.

4. Cummins Corporate Law 13 month Internship

• 13-month full time or part time undergraduate internship based in Scoresby
• Law students – gain real world, practical experience
• Fully paid internship from 28.01.2020 to 26.02.2021

About Cummins

A global power leader, Cummins Inc. is a corporation of complementary business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service diesel and natural gas engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and electrical power generation systems.

We are the world’s largest independent producer and distributor of diesel engines and related components with revenue excess of $20 billion.

Globally we employ around 62,600 people and serve customers in 190 countries.

Learn more about the role and apply here.

1. Public lecture: How do we address social justice issues in the law?

In the Just Leadership Program’s 10th year in 2019, the Monash Law Students’ Society is thrilled to be hosting three highly esteemed speakers at the JLP Public Lecture.

Join the Monash Law Students’ Society for an insightful discussion on how to address social justice issues in the law, featuring:

• Professor the Honourable Marilyn Warren AC QC
• Professor the Honourable Gareth Evans AC QC FASSA FAIIA
• Ms Patricia Garcia AO

Date: Tuesday 17 September

Time: 1:30pm – 3:00pm

Venue: Monash Campus Centre Cinema, 21 Chancellors Walk, Clayton Campus

Registration is not required for this event. Attendance will be on a first in, best dressed basis.

If you have any queries please contact Felicia and Julian at justleadership@monashlss.com.

2. Carlton & United Breweries – Industry Seminar

Carlton & United Breweries is one of Australia’s most iconic beer companies, with a history dating back to 1832. We brew some of Australia’s most beloved beers and ciders including Victoria Bitter, Carlton Draught, Pure Blonde, Great Northern, Strongbow, Mercury and Bulmers.

At Carlton & United Breweries, it’s not about what you studied, or where you worked – it’s about what you can do. We value talented people who aren’t afraid to be bold, resourceful and committed.

We invite you to join us in the CUB Bar for a panel session with law graduates who all work in different parts of our business, from the in-house legal team to commercial, to hear about their career journeys and where a career with CUB might take you.

Panellists

• Victor Li: Legal Director – Commercial & IP
• Sarah Hasssen: Associate Director – Tax
• Isaac Lowrie: Director – Strategy & Planning
• Anthony Langford: Associate Director – Commercial PPM

Seminar Details

Date: Wednesday 18 September 2019

Time: 5.00pm -7.00pm

Venue: CUB Bar, Level 20 2 Southbank Boulevard

Registration is essential before Friday 13 September : REGISTER HERE

3. Community expectations and FOI – are they at odds?

International Right to Know Day raises awareness of the importance of open and accountable government and the community’s right to access government held information.

At this important public forum, join expert guest speakers about whether community expectations of FOI and how the FOI Act is administered are at odds, and if so, how they may be reconciled.

Date: Tuesday 24 September
Time: 12:00 – 1:30pm (followed by refreshments)
Venue: The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

Register here

Panel:

• Professor Moira Paterson, Monash University (Panel moderator)
• Clay Lucas, The Age
• Melanie Olynyk, Maddocks
• Robin Davey, Victoria Police
• Joanne Kummrow, Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner

Light refreshments will be provided at the conclusion of the event. The event will also be live streamed on Twitter for those unable to make it in person.

4. Law Ambassador Showcase

5. National Commercial Law Seminar – Recent Developments in Misleading and Unconscionable Conduct

The expert panel will discuss recent appellate authorities on misleading or deceptive conduct and statutory unconscionable conduct, including ASIC v Kobelt (High Court) and ACCC v Medibank (Full Federal Court). This seminar will provide an insight into the presenters’ differing perspectives – academic, corporate lawyer and regulatory lawyer.

Date: Wednesday 16 October

Time: 5.15pm – 6.15pm

Venue: Court 8A, Federal Court of Australia, Owen Dixon Commonwealth Law Courts Building, 305 William St, Melbourne

Registration: The event is free to attend but RSVP is essential. Register here

Chair:

• The Honourable Justice Michael O’Bryan, Judge, Federal Court of Australia

Presenters:

• Professor Bryan Horrigan – Dean, Monash Law and member of the Australian Government Panel whose recommendations led to reform of the law of statutory unconscionability
• Caroline Coops – Partner, King & Wood Mallesons
• Katrina Close – Melbourne Director, Australian Government Solicitor

6. Are you hoping to be admitted to legal practice?

The Victorian Legal Admissions Board (VLAB) will visit Monash Law Chambers (CBD) to speak about admission to the Supreme Court of Victoria, with a particular emphasis on key disclosure requirements and satisfying the Board that you are a fit and proper person to be admitted to the legal profession.

This is an important event for all law students and you should try to attend if you are able. The presentation will take 50 minutes, inclusive of question time.

The VLAB presenters will be The Hon. David Habersberger QC (VLAB Deputy Chairman) and Mrs Deborah Jones (VLAB CEO).

Date: Monday 28 October

Time: 5.00pm – 6.00pm

Venue: Monash Law Chambers, 555 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

Register here.