Law Student Gazette

1. Faculty Managed Internship: Zaid Ibrahim & Co. – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Applications are now open and close Friday 11 March, 2011

Minimum of 4 weeks from mid June to mid July

Application & Eligibility details:
www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/zaid-ibrahim-internships.html

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

For queries contact:
cathy.meredith@monash.edu or 9905 3311

2. Internship Programme at the Michael Kirby Centre for Public Health and Human Rights 

The Michael Kirby Centre for Public Health and Human Rights is a UNAIDS collaborating Centre in the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine at Monash University. The Centre is named for the former Justice of the High Court of Australia, renowned human rights expert, advocate and defender. He maintains an active involvement in the Centre’s work and future direction.

The Kirby Centre comprises of lawyers, ethicists, medical practitioners, scientists and others who undertake research that critically examines the contribution of human rights and law to the realisation of good health, particularly amongst vulnerable communities in Australia and in the developing world. Kirby Centre staff also undertakes activities in Australia and internationally where theories are put into action.

The Centre is seeking two interns for a period of 8 weeks (Thursday 10 February – Sunday 10 April, 2011) to undertake a range of duties including academic research in the area of human rights and health.

Interns will work under the direction of current research staff and will be expected to perform some administrative and other word processing tasks. It is expected that interns will have a strong commitment to improving the human rights and health of vulnerable groups, including sex workers; refugees; injecting drug users; men who have sex with men; and those living in resource poor settings throughout the world. 

To apply, please send by email:
michael.williams@monash.edu

Please include a cover letter explaining why you want to undertake the internship; curriculum vitae; and current academic transcript (copy, rather than official, is acceptable).

The closing date for applications is Monday 10 January, 2011.

3. Trainee Patent Attorney – Engineering Melbourne

Here at Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick, we are as excited by new ideas as our clients. Our highly specialist Patent Attorneys work with clients to make an invention registrable and have it protected by our specialised litigation team. At least one quarter of the world’s best inventions come through our offices, located in Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide.

Please forward your curriculum vitae and a covering letter in confidence, to:

The People & Development Manager
Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick
367 Collins Street
Melbourne 3000

or by e-mail to:
confidential@pof.com.au

The closing date for applications is Saturday 15 January, 2011.

For more information see:
Trainee Patent Attorney Ad – Dec2010_uni

4. Williams Winter – Graduate Trainee for 2011

Williams Winter has been providing practical legal advice and business solutions for over a century.  The firm provides comprehensive services across all major areas of legal practice. 

For 2011, the firm is pleased to offer an additional traineeship placement in the Litigation area of the practice with a focus on personal injury and Workcare as well as general litigation. 

Applications should be addressed to Angela Wagstaff (Practice Manager) and should be in writing.  Please include a covering letter, resume and most recent academic transcript.

The closing date for applications is Friday 24 December, 2010.  Interviews will take place in January 2011 with an estimated start date in early February 2011.
 
Applications should be sent to:
Level 7, 555 Lonsdale Street Melbourne 3000

or via email to:
ajwagstaff@williamswinter.com

For further information about the firm, please visit:
www.williamswinter.com

1. Faculty Managed Internship: Zaid Ibrahim & Co. – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Applications are now open and close Friday 11 March, 2011

Minimum of 4 weeks from mid June to mid July

Application & Eligibility details:
www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/zaid-ibrahim-internships.html

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

For queries contact:
cathy.meredith@monash.edu or 9905 3311

2. Office of Public Prosecutions: 2011 Seasonal Clerkship Program

The Office of Public Prosecutions wants the best and the brightest law students to help us make a difference in the justice system and the wider community.

Our Seasonal Clerkship program offers practical experience to help you decide whether to make criminal prosecutions part of your career.

For more information see:
Clerks-make a difference-2

1. Faculty Managed Internship: Zaid Ibrahim & Co. – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Applications are now open and close Friday 11 March, 2011

Minimum of 4 weeks from mid June to mid July

Application & Eligibility details:
www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/zaid-ibrahim-internships.html

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

For queries contact:
cathy.meredith@monash.edu or 9905 3311

2. Appeals Associate / Legal Researcher Position Available – Family Court of Western Australia

Position Title: Appeals Associate / Legal Researcher
Job Level: Graduate
Salary: $55,913 – $60,707
Duration: 12 months (possible further twelve 12 months)

Application Requirements

Applications addressing the essential work related requirements (selection criteria), outlined in the JDF, a covering letter indicating an interest in the position, cv and a current academic record should be marked Confidential Advertised Vacancy.

Send Applications to:

The Administrator, Chief Judges Chambers
Family Court of Western Australia
GPO Box 9991
Perth  WA  6848

or by fax: (08) 9224 8357

Applications close on Monday 29 November, 2010 at 4:30 pm.

For more information see:
Advertisement – Appeals Associate_Legal Researcher Pos No 1129 Nov 2010 10

3. Summer Work Opportunity for Law Students – Cyco – Tech

Cyco-Tech are in the automotive market as manufacturers, exporters and marketers of high performance automotive components for Holden, Chevrolet and other companies. They are currently looking to expand. 

They are looking to fill a position with a 3rd/4th year student with general knowledge in patents and intellectual property. This would provide them with the industry knowledge and experience.

Other tasks include arranging and organising license agreements with other companies that Cyco-Tech are forming relationships with, board meetings, secretary work etc.

As they are a automotive company they hope to attract a student that may be interested in this industry.

Interested students should make direct contact with the company. 

Here is a link of their website:
www.cyco-systems.com/

1. Faculty Managed Internship: Zaid Ibrahim & Co. – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Applications are now open and close Friday 11 March, 2011

Minimum of 4 weeks from mid June to mid July

Application & Eligibility details:
www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/zaid-ibrahim-internships.html

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

For queries contact:
cathy.meredith@monash.edu or 9905 3311

2. Overseas scholarships for Indigenous Australians, including to Cambridge, Harvard and Oxford

Applications are now open for the following overseas scholarships for Indigenous postgraduate students:

Charlie Perkins Scholarships for postgraduate studies at the universities of Oxford and Cambridge
 
Roberta Sykes Harvard Club of Australia Scholarship for postgraduate study at Harvard University.

Roberta Sykes Scholarships for postgraduate study at any overseas university.

Roberta Sykes Scholarships for up to one year of overseas study, available to Indigenous Australians undertaking postgraduate studies in Australia.

Roberta Sykes Scholarships available to Indigenous Australians to undertake short executive courses at overseas universities.

Expressions of interest should be directed to:
scholarships@auroraproject.com.au

END OF GAZETTE 22/11/10

1. Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd – Work Experience

Requiring 3+ year law student for contract database work with our in-house legal team.

$15 per hour for approximate 1 ½ to 2 months for full time work starting ASAP.

Please send resumes to:
amber.shelley@daimler.com

1. Advance your Career Prospects at Belbridge Hague Solicitors

Summer Clerk Work Experience 2011

Belbridge Hague Solicitors are seeking two highly motivated Law students over the coming summer holidays to assist solicitors and gain invaluable experience in applying legal knowledge and skills to the resolution of real-life legal problems.

The benefits of undertaking legal work experience cannot be underestimated as prospective employers highly regard relevant work experience. Whilst you will not be paid for your work experience, you will get to work on files where your input can make a difference and enhance your understanding of your chosen field of study. Get the advantage over other graduates who have had a more narrow focus in the experience.

Don’t be pigeon-holed into one restricted area of law – take the opportunity to see different areas of law and work out what suits you before you apply for graduate positions.

For further information and applications see:
www.bhlaw.com.au/careers
flyer

2. Community Legal Centres – Pro Bono Volunteering

CLC Volunteers is a national database of community legal centres with information about current volunteering opportunities at a CLC.

Summer is approaching so why not add some Pro Bono experience to your life by volunteering at a Community legal Centre?

Potential volunteers can log on to:
clcvolunteers.net.au

To find out which CLCs are seeking volunteers, a green light means the CLC is taking volunteers, a red light means they are not. Information about each CLC is available.

The site has an excellent section on what to expect as a volunteer at a CLC.

Student pro bono is where students, without fee, reward or academic credit provide or assist in the provision of services that will provide or enhance access to justice for low income and disadvantaged people, or non-profit organisations that work on behalf of those people, or that work for the public good.

The most important single function of pro bono projects is to open a student’s eyes to the ethical responsibility of lawyers to contribute their services.

For more information on Pro Bono including a free guide to opportunities please see:
www.nationalprobono.org.au/home.asp

3. PhD Fellowships, The University of Hong Kong

Fellowships of HK$240,000 (US$30,760) per year plus conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$10,000 (US$1,280) per year for selected full-time PhD candidates with outstanding academic performance and research ability/potential.

For more information see:
www.rgc.edu.hk/hkphd

For online applications see:
www.hku.hk/gradsch/apply

Initial application to the Research Grants Council: Monday 6 September – Wednesday 1 December, 2010

Full application to HKU: Monday 6 September – Wednesday 8 December, 2010

4. Postgraduate Studentships, The University of Hong Kong

Studentships of no less than HK$157,200 (US$20,150) per year for qualified full-time MPhil (2 years) and PhD (3 to 4 years) candidates.

For online applications see:
www.hku.hk/gradsch/apply

Main Round Application Period: Wednesday 1 September – Wednesday 8 December, 2010

5. University Postgraduate Fellowships, The University of Hong Kong

Fellowships of HK$70,000 (US$8,970) for the entire normative period of study plus Postgraduate Studentships of no less than HK$157,200 (US$20,150) per year for selected full-time PhD candidates with an excellent academic record.

Application: Applicants who have submitted applications to HKPF will be automatically considered for the award of UPF. Separate applications to UPF are not required.

Application Period: Monday 6 September – Wednesday 8 December, 2010

1. Aide To The Chief Justice Of Victoria

A vacancy exists to fill the position of Aide to the Chief Justice of Victoria.  Working at the Supreme Court is an exciting opportunity. 

The position involves working closely with the most senior judge in the state.  It is an excellent position for a person wishing to launch a career in the law or government.  The position is highly suited to recent graduates in all areas. 

Please forward copies of your application to:
nicole.morris@supremecourt.vic.gov.au. 

For queries contact:
Executive Associate to the Chief Justice, Vivienne Macgillivray:
9603 7184 

The closing date for applications is Friday 19 November, 2010.

For more information see:
Aide to the Chief Justice
Personal Aide to the Chief Justice SC0871 2010

2. Internships and/or Honours/Postgraduate Research Topics

We have three lawyers on our Board and sector with many issues regarding legislation, precedent and the intersection of state and federal jurisdictions. There are several small and large projects that may be of interest to interns, or even Honours or Masters students seeking a topic.

There is a strong relationship between law and policy outcomes in the gambling sector. Our projects may be of particular interest to students wanting to access general state or federal graduate programs or who want to work with NGOs.

Some of the immediate projects concern the impacts of High Court decisions in gambling and racing and some with the implications of state laws. We also have some administrative law issues for investigation.

We can offer a secure and supportive workspace in the CBD (Collins St) with access to a computer and broadband for the duration of the internship or research. We are about to move into our new premises and launch our website.

For queries contact:
pwilson@responsiblegambling.org.au

For more information see:
RGAC INFO 2010 long

3. 2 PhDs –  Arts: Law -Legal Governance

The Legal Governance Concentration of Research Excellence (CORE) in the Macquarie Law School, Macquarie University, is offering up to two full time Macquarie University Research Excellence PhD Scholarships (MQRES) under the supervision of Professor David Weisbrot AM, the co-convenor of the CORE.
 
The successful applicant will join an innovative team of researchers at Macquarie Law School who are undertaking inter-disciplinary research on contemporary issues related to legal governance and public policy.

For queries contact Professor Weisbrot:
+61 2 9850 8760 or david.weisbrot@mq.edu.au
 
Applicants will need to complete a candidature/scholarship application form and arrange for two academic referee reports to be submitted to the Higher Degree Research Office.

Please quote the allocation reference numbers 2010313 and 2010314 on your application form.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 30 November, 2010.

For more general information see:
www.hdr.mq.edu.au/information_about/scholarships/
hdr_scholarships_domestic_and_international

1.Junior Associate to The Honourable Justice Bell, Supreme Court of Victoria / Court and Tribunals

A Junior Associate provides operational, administrative and technical support to a judge, both in the chambers and in the courtroom. The role involves basic research; case and file management; an ability to think laterally and identify issues as they arise; a strong customer-service focus; and a capacity to communicate at all levels.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online, outlining professional skills, knowledge and personal qualities. Attachments, including resumes can be uploaded in either Microsoft Word or PDF format.

You should view the full position description attached to this advertisement before applying.

For queries contact Nicole Morris:
9603 6287

If you require a copy of this advertisement or any attached documentation in an accessible format, such as large print, please email:
careers@justice.vic.gov.au

Applications close midnight on Thursday 28 October, 2010.Position_Description

For more information see:

2.Norton Rose Group – British Law Practice in Singapore

Norton Rose will be accepting applications for the January / February 2011 placements throughout the month of October, 2010.  Applicants must have completed a full year of Law.

There are two placements available, each for 3 weeks. The dates for these placements are as follows:
 
Monday 3 January – Friday 21 January, 2011
Monday 24 January – Friday 11 February, 2011

Successful applicants will be informed by the end of November 2010.
 
Application Process
 
Submit your application:
fsr.cvmailuk.com/nortonrosecareers/main.cfm?page=jobSpecific&jobId=9607&rcd=182287&query
String=groupType_4=2010&groupType_8=799&group
Type_59=&groupType_7
  
Under “Role”, please choose “Internship/Vacation/Seasonal/Stagiare” and “Job location” is “Singapore.”

1. Junior Associate to The Honourable Justice Bell, Supreme Court of Victoria / Court and Tribunals

A Junior Associate provides operational, administrative and technical support to a judge, both in the chambers and in the courtroom. The role involves basic research; case and file management; an ability to think laterally and identify issues as they arise; a strong customer-service focus; and a capacity to communicate at all levels.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online, outlining professional skills, knowledge and personal qualities. Attachments, including resumes can be uploaded in either Microsoft Word or PDF format.

You should view the full position description attached to this advertisement before applying.

For queries contact Nicole Morris:
9603 6287

If you require a copy of this advertisement or any attached documentation in an accessible format, such as large print, please email:
careers@justice.vic.gov.au

Applications close midnight on Thursday 28 October, 2010.

For more information see:
Position_Description

2. Norton Rose Group – British Law Practice in Singapore

Norton Rose will be accepting applications for the January / February 2011 placements throughout the month of October, 2010.  Applicants must have completed a full year of Law.

There are two placements available, each for 3 weeks. The dates for these placements are as follows:
 
Monday 3 January – Friday 21 January, 2011
Monday 24 January – Friday 11 February, 2011

Successful applicants will be informed by the end of November 2010.
 
Application Process
 
Submit your application:
fsr.cvmailuk.com/nortonrosecareers/main.cfm?page=jobSpecific&jobId=9607&rcd=182287&query
String=groupType_4=2010&groupType_8=799&group
Type_59=&groupType_7
  
Under “Role”, please choose “Internship/Vacation/Seasonal/Stagiare” and “Job location” is “Singapore.”

3. 2011 Nygh Law Internship

The Australian Institute of International Affairs and the Australian Branch of the International Law Association, call for applications for the 2011 Peter Nygh Internship.

2011 marks the fifth year that the Nygh Internship will be awarded. Each year, the internship provides a student, graduate or post graduate with the rare opportunity to travel to The Hague and work in the area of Private International Law. Successful applicants receive a contribution towards their living expenses for the duration of the internship.

For queries contact:
www.aiia.asn.au
Coleen.Fernandez@aar.com

For more information see:
Press Release Nygh Schoolarship

1. Criminal Lawyers in Melbourne- Work Experience

Dr Martine Marich (Criminal Lawyers in Melbourne) will be offering work experience to two to four students for approximately three days early next year.

Students will be able to sit in on client interviews (where clients give permission) and observe courtroom procedure involving those clients.

For further information about the company see:
www.martinemarich.com.au

Interested applicants should send a detailed curriculum vitae and covering letter to:
 admin@martinemarich.com.au

Applications close on Friday 19 November, 2010.

Only students with a demonstrated interest in criminal law should apply.

1. Norton Rose Group – British Law Practice in Singapore

Norton Rose will be accepting applications for the January / February 2011 placements throughout the month of October, 2010.  Applicants must have completed a full year of Law.

There are two placements available, each for 3 weeks. The dates for these placements are as follows:
 
Monday 3 January – Friday 21 January, 2011
Monday 24 January – Friday 11 February, 2011

Successful applicants will be informed by the end of November 2010.
 
Application Process
 
Submit your application:
fsr.cvmailuk.com/nortonrosecareers/main.cfm?page=jobSpecific&jobId=9607&rcd=182287&query
String=groupType_4=2010&groupType_8=799&group
Type_59=&groupType_7
  
Under “Role”, please choose “Internship/Vacation/Seasonal/Stagiare” and “Job location” is “Singapore.”