Law Student Gazette

1. Indigenous Law Students’ Clerkship – February/March 2019

The Victorian Bar is offering up to three paid clerkship positions to Indigenous law students.

What is involved?

The clerkship will take place on mutually agreed dates in February and March 2019, depending on university timetables.

The clerkship involves 3 consecutive weeks with rotations as follows:

• One week at the Victorian Bar;
• One week at the Federal Court of Australia; and
• One week at the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Application process

Applications are to be made by submitting the form under the ‘Indigenous Clerkship Program’ section to Susan Lawrence (susan.lawrence@vicbar.com.au) or via mail to:

Susan Lawrence

Finance Manager

Victorian Bar Inc.

Level 5, 205 William St,

Melbourne VIC 3000

Applications close at 5.00pm on Friday 16 November 2018. Learn more

2. Event: Modern Legal Careers – Embracing Change

Date: Wednesday 21 November

Time: 6:00pm – 7:45pm

Venue: EngineHouse, 105 Wellington St, St Kilda 3182

Tickets: FREE event – registration essential here

Change is the one constant in modern legal careers.

Legal roles are changing, the client is at the centre of every decision and technology is increasingly intertwined with legal practice.

LegalVision is hosting a panel event at co-working space EngineHouse, a short walk from Windsor station on Chapel Street.

Come and join in the discussion about defining what career success means for you, meet like-minded colleagues and enjoy some sweet tunes while you mingle and snack.

Our panellists are sharing their insights and answering your questions about:

• Taking career risks;
• Professional pivot points;
• Learning from setbacks and successes throughout your career;
• Developing resiliency;
• Adjusting expectations and setting new goals;
• What our panellists’ most valuable and transferable skills are; and
• How to stay well in a demanding career.

Learn more here.

1. Clerkship Masterclass

Date: Friday 16 November

Time: 10:00am – 3.30pm (times will be confirmed)

Venue: Monash Law Chambers, 555 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

Registrations are now open for the next Clerkship Masterclass to be held on Friday 16 November at the Monash Law Chambers in the City.

The Masterclass has been designed to deliver essential, practical skills relating to research, writing, preparing memos and tips to work effectively during the Clerkship. The sessions are presented by lawyers from top Law Firms, expert staff from the Law Library, academics from the Law Faculty and staff from other legal organisations.

Preference is given to students who have secured a clerkship or equivalent.

Please note that we usually start the Masterclass at approximately 10:00am and conclude by 3.30pm. Note that as this is a practical session, we ask that you bring along a laptop or mobile device, if possible.

A more detailed breakdown of the day will be provided once the program has been finalised.  A light lunch is provided.

If you wish to attend, please register here. 

Please contact Caroline (Caroline.Knaggs@monash.edu) if you have any queries.

2. Indigenous Law Students’ Clerkship – February/March 2019

The Victorian Bar is offering up to three paid clerkship positions to Indigenous law students.

What is involved?

The clerkship will take place on mutually agreed dates in February and March 2019, depending on university timetables.

The clerkship involves 3 consecutive weeks with rotations as follows:

• One week at the Victorian Bar;
• One week at the Federal Court of Australia; and
• One week at the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Application process

Applications are to be made by submitting the form under the ‘Indigenous Clerkship Program’ section to Susan Lawrence (susan.lawrence@vicbar.com.au) or via mail to:

Susan Lawrence

Finance Manager

Victorian Bar Inc.

Level 5, 205 William St,

Melbourne VIC 3000

Applications close at 5.00pm on Friday 16 November 2018. Learn more

1. Commonwealth Parliament internship opportunities

Applications for 2019 close at midnight on 30 September 2018. To apply or learn more information see here.

2. EcoPeace Middle East Internship – Israel

Do you have a passion for policy, sustainable development, protecting the environment and promoting dialogue and peace-building? Would you like to expand your global experience and knowledge beyond a typical internship?

The Faculty of Law has an agreement with EcoPeace Middle East, Israel for 1 student (either UG or PG) to intern for 12 weeks, approximately December to February.

The successful student will be required to work on policy, external communication, resource development, research and education within the organisation. Please note that EcoPeace is not a law firm and the successful student will not be working in the legal department.

For more information see here.

1. HWL Ebsworth Lawyers – 2019 Seasonal Clerkship & Graduate Recruitment

HWL Ebsworth Lawyers are excited to announce their recruitment dates and activities for the 2019 Seasonal Clerkship Program and 2019 Supervised Legal Traineeship.

HWL Ebsworth in not your typical law firm!  We are Australia’s largest legal partnership by Partner numbers, and one of Australia’s fastest growing firms.  We offer clients market leading expertise in all key areas of commercial law nationally, with offices in every State and Territory.  Our differentiators include the following factors:

• Our unique business model allows us to offer unrivalled value for money without compromising quality or timeliness of advice
• Our fully integrated model ensures consistency in quality and approach nationally
• Our independence enables us to focus entirely on the needs of our clients operating within this region
• A lower ratio of solicitors to partners than any other major Australian firm provides

We are excited to continue to grow our Seasonal Clerkship and Graduate Programs for 2019. Both of our Programs are designed to give you genuine insight into the firm as well as hand-on, practical experiences as well as allowing us to get to know you on both a personal and professional level.  For further detailed information in relation to the Programs as well as key recruitment dates and our online application form please visit our Graduate Centre on our website www.hwlebsworth.com.au  Please note, we recruit in line with the LIV Guidelines.

For any queries in relation to the Programs or the firm please email HRApplications@hwle.com.au

1. Legal Research Associate at Family Court

The Family Court of Australia is seeking a Legal Research Associate.

Legal associates assist with researching cases, points of law, preparing matters for hearing including other related matters for first instance judges and of the Court. Legal associates are responsible for providing assistance to judicial officers during court hearings and other administrative support to judges, as required. In addition, legal associates perform court support duties, when required. Legal associates primarily provide assistance to two designated judges but may be asked to assist other judges if the need arises.

Find position description here and apply here. Applications close 25 July 2018.

1. Clerkship Masterclass

Registrations are now open for the next Clerkship Masterclass to be held on Friday 22 June at the Monash Law Chambers in the City.

The Masterclass has been designed to deliver essential, practical skills relating to research, writing, preparing memos and tips to work effectively during the Clerkship.  The sessions are presented by lawyers from top Law Firms, expert staff from the Law Library, academics from the Law Faculty and staff from other legal organisations.

As the Masterclass is primarily aimed at students who will shortly be undertaking a seasonal clerkship, preference will be given to students who have secured a clerkship or equivalent.

Please note that we usually start the Masterclass at approximately 10am and conclude by 3.30pm.  A more detailed breakdown of the day will be provided once the program has been finalised.  As this is a practical session, we also ask that you bring along a laptop or mobile device, if possible.  A light lunch is provided.

If you wish to attend, please register here  (Note that you need to be logged in as a Monash student to complete the form).

Please contact Caroline, Caroline.Knaggs@monash.edu, if you have any queries.

Date: Friday 22 June

Time: 10am – 3.30pm (times will be confirmed)

Venue: Monash Law Chambers, 555 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

1. Clerkship Masterclass

Registrations are now open for the next Clerkship Masterclass to be held on Friday 22 June at the Monash Law Chambers in the City.

The Masterclass has been designed to deliver essential, practical skills relating to research, writing, preparing memos and tips to work effectively during the Clerkship.  The sessions are presented by lawyers from top Law Firms, expert staff from the Law Library, academics from the Law Faculty and staff from other legal organisations.

As the Masterclass is primarily aimed at students who will shortly be undertaking a seasonal clerkship, preference will be given to students who have secured a clerkship or equivalent.

Please note that we usually start the Masterclass at approximately 10am and conclude by 3.30pm.  A more detailed breakdown of the day will be provided once the program has been finalised.  As this is a practical session, we also ask that you bring along a laptop or mobile device, if possible.  A light lunch is provided.

If you wish to attend, please register here  (Note that you need to be logged in as a Monash student to complete the form).

Please contact Caroline, Caroline.Knaggs@monash.edu, if you have any queries.

Date: Friday 22 June

Time: 10am – 3.30pm (times will be confirmed)

Venue: Monash Law Chambers, 555 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

1. Clifford Chance 2019 Hong Kong Winter Vacation Scheme

The Vacation Scheme allows you to follow the life of a lawyer at Clifford Chance closely – you will sit in two different practice areas, working with our lawyers on real, live client projects. You will be treated as a part of our team and given opportunities to demonstrate your ability.

To ensure you get the most from your scheme we will assign you a mentor, an experienced lawyer one or two years ahead of you who will help you settle in and answer any questions you have.

Across the four week scheme (during the Australian summer, January to February 2019) we will also host sessions from professionals across the firm to give you a real insight into how our firm works.

Applications are open now and close 10 August 2018.

1. Clifford Chance 2019 Hong Kong Winter Vacation Scheme

The Vacation Scheme allows you to follow the life of a lawyer at Clifford Chance closely – you will sit in two different practice areas, working with our lawyers on real, live client projects. You will be treated as a part of our team and given opportunities to demonstrate your ability.

To ensure you get the most from your scheme we will assign you a mentor, an experienced lawyer one or two years ahead of you who will help you settle in and answer any questions you have.

Across the four week scheme (during the Australian summer, January to February 2019) we will also host sessions from professionals across the firm to give you a real insight into how our firm works.

Applications are open now and close 10 August 2018.

1. Engelberg Center Research Fellowship at NYU

The Engelberg Center on Innovation Law & Policy at NYU School of Law is accepting applications for a research fellow to begin in Autumn (Northern Hemisphere) 2018.

Applicants should hold a law degree or a Ph.D. in a relevant area, and show interest and promise in conducting research and writing. See here for more details.

2. Zicolaw Internship, Malaysia

Applications close soon for a Faculty Managed Internship opportunity at Zicolaw, Malaysia.

ZICOlaw are Malaysia’s largest law firm with offices located in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Thailand.  Their expertise and commitment to goals has led them to be a multiple recipient of the “Malaysian Law Firm of the Year” award from the International Financial Law Review.

Applications are now open and close Friday 16 March 2018

Duration: Minimum of 4 weeks from mid-June to mid-July 2018

Student Mobility Funding may be provided, please see the eligibility criteria.

For further information including application process and eligibility details visit the ZICOlaw Internship webpage.

Further queries: law-international@monash.edu