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It's hard to believe it's already August! The year is moving quickly but there's still plenty ahead for the Young Lawyers Section in 2011- starting with release of the second edition of the Young Lawyers Journal hitting desks this month.
Coming up in September, the Young Lawyers Section is proud to be hosting the Australian Young Lawyers Conference. With young lawyers from all over the country attending, the Conference will cover a range of topics to help you build your legal career and will culminate with the running of the Nation Golden Gavel Competition. Be sure to register.
Let me also say thanks and congratulations to all young lawyers who took part in our various competitions over recent months including the LIV Hanover Welfare Services Mooting Competition, Victorian Golden Gavel Competition and the Young Lawyers Short Story Competition. The competitions were once again a great success. |
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Jonathan Elliot | Young Lawyers' Section President |
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Short Story Competition
The LIV would like to congratulate and thank all entrants of the inaugural Young Lawyers Short Story competition, the quality of all entries was exceptional. It is with great pride that we announce the winning entry, The Court's Order, written by Chris McDermott which was described by the judges as "imaginative, clever and believable". Chris's entry will be published in the YLJ Summer edition, Chris will also receive complimentary registration to the Australian Young Lawyers Conference and a $100- LIV bookshop voucher. The YLS encourages all new lawyers to enter the competition in 2012.
LIV & Hanover Welfare Services Mooting Competition
Grand Final Winners & Best Advocate Award
Congratulations to Corrs Chambers Westgarth, winners of the 2011 Mooting Competition, who prevailed over runners-up Monahan + Rowell Lawyers. We are pleased to announce that this year we raised $42,800 for Hanover Welfare Services. The YLS would especially like to thank all young lawyers, judges, court staff and the participating law firms for encouraging and supporting their young lawyers to compete. Congratulations also to competition best advocate, Adam Stevens from Monahan + Rowell Lawyers.
Australian Young Lawyers Conference
Friday 16 September, Melbourne - Early bird closes 12 August
In collaboration with the Law Council of Australia, the LIV invites young lawyers to attend the Australian Young Lawyers Conference and National Golden Gavel competition. The conference aims to educate and up-skill young lawyers by providing training in necessary skills to assist with developing your career. Attendees will then be entertained by the best orators from across Australia as they compete for the title of National Golden Gavel champion.
More information.
Write for the Young Lawyers Journal (YLJ)
YLS members are invited to submit contributions for the Young Lawyers Journal (YLJ) Summer Edition 2011 along the following themes:
- what to do with your summer holidays;
- legal and non-legal volunteering opportunities;
- lawyer by day, circus performer by night...and other cool hobbies lawyers engage in;
- building professional and business skills;
- increasing broader knowledge of interesting legal developments;
- any additional pieces of interest to young lawyers in Victoria; and
- inspirational interviews.
Final contributions must be sent to younglaw no later than COB Friday, 16 September 2011. If you would like further information about joining the Editorial Committee and contributing to the YLJ, please contact Georgette Apostolopoulos and Michelle Batsas via younglaw@liv.asn.au.
Win Free Movie Tickets to Mike Mills' 'Beginners'
Advance screenings August 19 to 21
Starring Ewan McGregor, Christopher Plummer and Melanie Laurent, 'Beginners' is a tender, bitter-sweet tale about the messiness of love and how deeply funny and transformative life can be, even at its most serious moments. This poignant and personal story from writer/director Mike Mills proves that it is never too late to pursue true happiness and when it comes to relationships, we're all beginners.
2011 Frank Galbally Football Cup
Sunday August 7, 2011
The annual barristers v solicitors charity football match is held in honour of the late Frank Galbally and supports Reclink Australia to help improve the lives of Melbourne's disadvantaged community. Match starts at 1pm. More information. (pdf) |
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Australian Young Lawyers Conference
Friday, 16 September, 8.30am - 4.30pm
6 CPD units The Australian Young Lawyers Conference will provide new, young and later lawyers with the necessary skills to develop their career in law. This year's conference is an all-day event covering a variety of topics presented by an array of expert speakers.
Topics will include:
- advocacy;
- ethics;
- personal sustainability; and
- a practical guide to networking.
More information.
YL 2011: Understanding Shareholder Agreements
Tuesday, 9 August 2011
An explanation of the common themes reflected in shareholders' agreements. Providing quality advice on shareholders' agreements means more than replicating a precedent. Delve beyond the clauses and the jargon, into interests, objectives, goals and motivations.
More information.
YL: Solicitors Will Making Duties - An Interactive Workshop
Tuesday, 16 August 2011
Solicitors draft Wills for relatively modest fees. However they assume a potential liability equal to the value of the estate. This interactive workshop will look at Will making duties in the context of recent cases, legislation and the Law Institute of Victoria's Professional Code of Conduct 2005. More information.
YL 2011: Advocacy - A Beginners Guide
Tuesday, 23 August 2011
This seminar, will workshop Advocacy fundamentals and provide individual guidance through practical exercises. Ideal for aspiring advocates, those who are currently advocates, or those 'thrown in the deep end', this workshop will grow and develop your advocacy skills.
More information.
YL 2011: Introduction To Building & Construction Law
Tuesday, 30 August 2011
This seminar will focus on the basics of Building and Construction Law. Building law terms will be discussed and recent cases and legislation explored. The seminar will equip front and back end young lawyers with the tools they need to manage their first building and construction law files.
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Health & Wellbeing Series - Understanding & Preventing Depression
Wednesday 10 August, 12.30 - 2pm
Teleconference Facilities Available
The new Health & Wellbeing series will discuss three different topics while focusing on the health and wellbeing of new lawyers. The focus of the series is prevention and intervention to assist new lawyers throughout their professional & personal lives. More information.
Money, Money, Money - Proudly Supported by NAB
Thursday 25 August, 6 - 7.30pm
A Young Professionals Guide to Smart Money - Planning your Financial Future Do you want to know how to get the most from your money? This seminar will provide Young Professionals with everyday advice on planning for their financial future, starting early on in their careers. Topics include: where does my money go? Investing fundamentals and it's your career and your future, so protect it. The seminar is aimed at providing general advice and points on what you need to know when considering these topics.
More information.
Hot Topics: Keeping Your Privates Private
Thursday 8 September, 6 - 7.30pm
Social media, workplace surveillance and you!
The internet and social media are crucial to our everyday personal and working lives, particularly given the generation of many young lawyers. It is important that those of us who use those mediums are informed of how our information is used and stored and understand workplace email and social media monitoring.
More information.
Regional and Suburban Young Lawyers Week
3 - 9 October 2011
Life isn't always about hard work! A host of activities have been arranged across the state during the first week of October giving young lawyers the opportunity to get together and celebrate what's great about working in regional and suburban Victoria. Everyone is welcome to attend the events - bring your colleagues, friends and partners to join the fun.
More information.
National Golden Gavel Competition - Proudly supported by Michael Page
Friday 16 September, 6 - 8pm
The National Golden Gavel Competition is being held in conjunction with the Australian Young Lawyers Conference. Join competition judges Justice Betty King and Barrister Mark Holden as well as your peers, colleagues and friends at the year's biggest public speaking competition for young lawyers. Be entertained by the best legal orators from each state and territory as they each present on a different, witty 'legal' topic – get your tickets now to avoid missing out.
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Presidents Leadership Lunch - Andrew Demetriou
Thursday 11 August, 12.15 - 2pm
More information.
News Today, Laws Tomorrow?
Wednesday 17 August, 5.30 - 7pm
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New to the law? A mentor may be able to help you!
Whether you are new to the law, looking for some career guidance or just need a listening ear, the LIV Mentoring Program may be able to help you. Search our database of LIV trained mentors and choose one that best suits your needs - it's that easy! Our mentors are experienced legal professionals and are keen to offer their support and guidance. Find out more.
Are you a first home buyer?
Together with AMP Bank we are passionate about helping members have a better tomorrow. The Affinity Basic Package suitable for first home or investment property buyers is now available.
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Your career
Wondering what to do post-graduation? Trying to decide whether private practice is for you? Perhaps a career in regional Victoria, in-house or in government is on the cards? Let the YLS help you decide. With many online resources ranging from careers profiles, interviews, articles about life in the law and insights into different legal roles, the YLS webpage is full of resources to support you throughout your career.
More information.
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August
Wednesday 3 August
Executive Committee
Thursday 4 August
Editorial Committee
Tuesday 9 August
Later Lawyers Network Committee
Wednesday 10 August
Regional & Suburban Committee teleconference
For more information, or if you are interested in joining one of the committees, please complete an online Expression of Interest Form |
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NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE. |
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Junior Solicitor
Small northern suburban firm in Richmond require a junior solicitor with minimum of 12 months experience. Must be computer literate with some knowledge of LEAP. General experience in Property, Conveyancing, Family Law, Commercial Law, Leases and Litigation a must. Find out more. |
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