Law Student Gazette

1. MPA Executive Committee – Election Candidate Information Session

Nominations for the 2019/2020 MPA Executive Committee (MPAEC) opens on Tuesday 26 March 2019. If you are considering running for a position on the MPAEC, please join us for our election candidate information session at the Law Chambers where we can provide you with an opportunity to meet with current representatives from the MPAEC and learn about the role of an MPA Executive Member.

Date: Wednesday 3 April

Time: 11:30pm to 12:30pm

Venue: Level 2, Monash University Law Chambers (meet at the communal kitchen)

RSVP: Click here to book your spot

1. MPA Executive Committee – Election Candidate Information Session

Nominations for the 2019/2020 MPA Executive Committee (MPAEC) opens on Tuesday 26 March 2019. If you are considering running for a position on the MPAEC, please join us for our election candidate information session at the Law Chambers where we can provide you with an opportunity to meet with current representatives from the MPAEC and learn about the role of an MPA Executive Member.

Date: Wednesday 3 April

Time: 11:30pm to 12:30pm

Venue: Level 2, Monash University Law Chambers (meet at the communal kitchen)

RSVP: Click here to book your spot

1. Applications for JD Professional Practice (LAW 5050)

Students are now able to make Application for Professional Practice for Clinical Period 1 (summer) 2017/2018.

The Clinical Period 1 (summer) 2017 dates are:

• Group A: 12 October 2017 –  18 January 2018; or
• Group B: 16 October 2017 –  22 January 2018

Applications close on 14 September 2017.

Further information about the application process and dates can be found here or via Student Services.

1. Graduate Student Conference 19 – 21 June

Monash University is proud to host its inaugural Graduate Student Conference in 2017 at the Clayton campus.

This three-day conference provides the perfect setting for graduate students (coursework and research) to network with Monash alumni, industry guests and each other.​

The conference includes keynote speakers Waleed Aly and Holly Ransom, panel discussions and workshops that will enable graduate students at Monash to develop the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a rapidly changing workforce.​

For PhD students, sessions count towards the Monash Doctoral Program.

Dates: 19-21 June 2017

Location: Clayton Campus, Monash University

2. Professional Practice (LAW 5050) – apply now

Applications are open for Clinical Period 4 2017 of the Professional Practice Elective Unit which takes place at Monash Oakleigh Legal Service, next to Clayton campus.

Clinical Period 4 2017 dates are:

• For Group A: 20 July – 19 October 2017
• For Group B: 24 July – 23 October 2017

Please note applications close Thursday 22 June 2017.

Please note, applications are not done on WES. See all further information about the application process and dates on the Clinical Legal Education website or consult Student Services.

1. Apply now – JD Professional Practice LAW 5050

Applications are open for Clinical Period 4 2017 of the Professional Practice Elective Unit which takes place at Monash Oakleigh Legal Service, next to Clayton campus.

Clinical Period 4 2017 dates are: for Group A – 20 July 2017- 19 October 2017 and for Group B – 24 July 2017- 23 October 2017. Applications close on 22 June 2017. Please note, applications are not done on Wes.

See all further information about the Application process and dates on the Clinical Legal Education website or consult Student Services

2. Capstone Editing postgraduate scholarships

Capstone Editing is happy to announce 2 new annual postgraduate student grants of $3,000 each:

• The Capstone Editing Conference Travel Grant for Postgraduate Research Students
  $3,000 for one postgrad student per year to assist in covering the costs of attending a conference in relation to their degree. Applications are open annually from 1 July to 1 June. The grant is awarded on 30 June every year. For more info or to apply, please see here.

• The Capstone Editing Laptop Grant for Postgraduate Coursework Students
  $3,000 for one postgrad student per year to purchase a computer or laptop and software for their studies. Applications are open annually from 1 July to 1 June. The grant is awarded on 30 June every year. For more info or to apply, please see here.

3. International LLM opportunity – Tel Aviv University Faculty of Law

You are invited to apply for the Parasol Foundation Trust International LL.M Program at Tel Aviv University Faculty of Law for the academic year 2017-2018.

Students can choose a general course of study or may specialise in:

• Global Governance and Human Rights

• Law & Technology

• Business Law

• State & Religion

Applicants to the International LL.M. must have completed an undergraduate degree in law (LL.B., JD, and Bachelor of Laws) prior to starting the LL.M. degree. Students in their final year of first degree studies may apply, and will be accepted on the condition they finish their first degree in good standing (above 80/100).

Applications for the 2017-2018 academic year close 31 May 2017.

Please find more information about this opportunity here.

4. Italy research scholarships – International Institute for the Unification of Private Law

The International Institute for the Unification of Private Law invites applications for its research scholarships. These support top-level lawyers wishing to conduct research in the fields of uniform or comparative private law.

Postgraduate law students, academics, government officials with a good working knowledge of English or French may apply. Special attention will be given to applicants from developing and emerging economies.

Scholarships last for six weeks to two months. Between 15 and 20 scholarships are awarded each year. Funding will cover all or part of the cost of living expenses in Rome, Italy.

Please note applications close Friday 27 October 2017.

1. Apply now – JD Professional Practice LAW 5050

Applications are open for Clinical Period 4 2017 of the Professional Practice Elective Unit which takes place at Monash Oakleigh Legal Service, next to Clayton campus.

Clinical Period 4 2017 dates are: for Group A – 20 July 2017- 19 October 2017 and for Group B – 24 July 2017- 23 October 2017. Applications close on 22 June 2017. Please note, applications are not done on Wes.

See all further information about the Application process and dates on the Clinical Legal Education website or consult Student Services

2. International LLM opportunity – Tel Aviv University Faculty of Law

You are invited to apply for the Parasol Foundation Trust International LL.M Program at Tel Aviv University Faculty of Law for the academic year 2017-2018.

Students can choose a general course of study or may specialise in:

• Global Governance and Human Rights

• Law & Technology

• Business Law

• State & Religion

Applicants to the International LL.M. must have completed an undergraduate degree in law (LL.B., JD, and Bachelor of Laws) prior to starting the LL.M. degree. Students in their final year of first degree studies may apply, and will be accepted on the condition they finish their first degree in good standing (above 80/100).

Applications for the 2017-2018 academic year close 31 May 2017.

Please find more information about this opportunity here.

3. Italy research scholarships – International Institute for the Unification of Private Law

The International Institute for the Unification of Private Law invites applications for its research scholarships. These support top-level lawyers wishing to conduct research in the fields of uniform or comparative private law.

Postgraduate law students, academics, government officials with a good working knowledge of English or French may apply. Special attention will be given to applicants from developing and emerging economies.

Scholarships last for six weeks to two months. Between 15 and 20 scholarships are awarded each year. Funding will cover all or part of the cost of living expenses in Rome, Italy.

Please note applications close Friday 27 October 2017.

1. APPLY NOW FOR – JD Professional Practice LAW 5050

Applications are open for Clinical Period 4 2017 of the Professional Practice Elective Unit which takes place at Monash Oakleigh Legal Service, next to Clayton campus.

Clinical Period 4 2017 dates are: for Group A – 20 July 2017- 19 October 2017 and for Group B – 24 July 2017- 23 October 2017. Applications close on 22 June 2017. Please note, applications are not done on Wes.

See all further information about the Application process and dates on the Clinical Legal Education website or consult Student Services

2. International LLM opportunity – Tel Aviv University Faculty of Law

You are invited to apply for the Parasol Foundation Trust International LL.M Program at Tel Aviv University Faculty of Law for the academic year 2017-2018.

Students can choose a general course of study or may specialise in:

• Global Governance and Human Rights

• Law & Technology

• Business Law

• State & Religion

Applicants to the International LL.M. must have completed an undergraduate degree in law (LL.B., JD, and Bachelor of Laws) prior to starting the LL.M. degree. Students in their final year of first degree studies may apply, and will be accepted on the condition they finish their first degree in good standing (above 80/100).

Applications for the 2017-2018 academic year close 31 May 2017.

Please find more information about this opportunity here.

3. Italy research scholarships – International Institute for the Unification of Private Law

The International Institute for the Unification of Private Law invites applications for its research scholarships. These support top-level lawyers wishing to conduct research in the fields of uniform or comparative private law.

Postgraduate law students, academics, government officials with a good working knowledge of English or French may apply. Special attention will be given to applicants from developing and emerging economies.

Scholarships last for six weeks to two months. Between 15 and 20 scholarships are awarded each year. Funding will cover all or part of the cost of living expenses in Rome, Italy.

Please note applications close Friday 27 October 2017.

1. International LLM opportunity – Tel Aviv University Faculty of Law

You are invited to apply for the Parasol Foundation Trust International LL.M Program at Tel Aviv University Faculty of Law for the academic year 2017-2018.

Students can choose a general course of study or may specialise in:

• Global Governance and Human Rights

• Law & Technology

• Business Law

• State & Religion

Applicants to the International LL.M. must have completed an undergraduate degree in law (LL.B., JD, and Bachelor of Laws) prior to starting the LL.M. degree. Students in their final year of first degree studies may apply, and will be accepted on the condition they finish their first degree in good standing (above 80/100).

Applications for the 2017-2018 academic year close 31 May 2017.

Please find more information about this opportunity here.

2. Italy research scholarships – International Institute for the Unification of Private Law

The International Institute for the Unification of Private Law invites applications for its research scholarships. These support top-level lawyers wishing to conduct research in the fields of uniform or comparative private law.

Postgraduate law students, academics, government officials with a good working knowledge of English or French may apply. Special attention will be given to applicants from developing and emerging economies.

Scholarships last for six weeks to two months. Between 15 and 20 scholarships are awarded each year. Funding will cover all or part of the cost of living expenses in Rome, Italy.

Please note applications close Friday 27 October 2017.

3. Rotary Foundation Postgraduate Scholarships

The Rotary Foundation is offering one Victorian graduate support to complete international study at the graduate level through the Global Postgraduate Scholarship program. Applications close Saturday 18 March 2017.

The successful applicant will go on to further study relating to one of Rotary’s six areas of focus:

• Peace and conflict prevention and/or resolution
• Disease prevention and treatment
• Water and sanitation
• Maternal and child health
• Basic education and literacy
• Economic and community development

Further details are available here.

1. International LLM opportunity – Tel Aviv University Faculty of Law

You are invited to apply for the Parasol Foundation Trust International LL.M Program at Tel Aviv University Faculty of Law for the academic year 2017-2018.

Students can choose a general course of study or may specialise in:

• Global Governance and Human Rights

• Law & Technology

• Business Law

• State & Religion

Applicants to the International LL.M. must have completed an undergraduate degree in law (LL.B., JD, and Bachelor of Laws) prior to starting the LL.M. degree. Students in their final year of first degree studies may apply, and will be accepted on the condition they finish their first degree in good standing (above 80/100).

Applications for the 2017-2018 academic year close 31 May 2017.

Please find more information about this opportunity here.

2. Italy research scholarships – International Institute for the Unification of Private Law

The International Institute for the Unification of Private Law invites applications for its research scholarships. These support top-level lawyers wishing to conduct research in the fields of uniform or comparative private law.

Postgraduate law students, academics, government officials with a good working knowledge of English or French may apply. Special attention will be given to applicants from developing and emerging economies.

Scholarships last for six weeks to two months. Between 15 and 20 scholarships are awarded each year. Funding will cover all or part of the cost of living expenses in Rome, Italy.

Please note applications close Friday 27 October 2017.

3. Rotary Foundation Postgraduate Scholarships

The Rotary Foundation is offering one Victorian graduate support to complete international study at the graduate level through the Global Postgraduate Scholarship program. Applications close Saturday 18 March 2017.

The successful applicant will go on to further study relating to one of Rotary’s six areas of focus:

• Peace and conflict prevention and/or resolution
• Disease prevention and treatment
• Water and sanitation
• Maternal and child health
• Basic education and literacy
• Economic and community development

Further details are available here.

1. International LLM opportunity – Tel Aviv University Faculty of Law

You are invited to apply for the Parasol Foundation Trust International LL.M Program at Tel Aviv University Faculty of Law for the academic year 2017-2018.

Students can choose a general course of study or may specialise in:

• Global Governance and Human Rights

• Law & Technology

• Business Law

• State & Religion

Applicants to the International LL.M. must have completed an undergraduate degree in law (LL.B., JD, and Bachelor of Laws) prior to starting the LL.M. degree. Students in their final year of first degree studies may apply, and will be accepted on the condition they finish their first degree in good standing (above 80/100).

Applications for the 2017-2018 academic year close 31 May 2017.

Please find more information about this opportunity here.

2. Italy research scholarships – International Institute for the Unification of Private Law

The International Institute for the Unification of Private Law invites applications for its research scholarships. These support top-level lawyers wishing to conduct research in the fields of uniform or comparative private law.

Postgraduate law students, academics, government officials with a good working knowledge of English or French may apply. Special attention will be given to applicants from developing and emerging economies.

Scholarships last for six weeks to two months. Between 15 and 20 scholarships are awarded each year. Funding will cover all or part of the cost of living expenses in Rome, Italy.

Please note applications close Friday 27 October 2017.