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Last month the Young Lawyers Section hosted two landmark events for young lawyers in Australia - the 2011 Australian Young Lawyers Conference and the National Golden Gavel Competition. Both events were a great success and I'd like to express a huge vote thanks to everyone involved. In the Golden Gavel our Victorian representatives fared particularly well. Congratulations to Nick Russell who won the competition and Daniel Kinsey who took out the people's choice award.
This month nominations open for committee chair and co-chair positions for the YLS in 2012. Let me encourage members who are keen to become more involved and be part of the executive committee next year to nominate. Nominations are open from 3 to 19 October. |
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Jonathan Elliot | Young Lawyers' Section President |
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YLS Annual General Meeting & Nomination to the YLS 2012 Executive Committee
The YLS 2011 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at 5.30pm on Friday, 11 November. Business to be conducted at the AGM will include the presentation of the 2011 Young Lawyers' Section Annual Report and the announcement of nominations to the 2012 Young Lawyers' Section Executive Committee. We encourage your nomination to the Young Lawyers' Section Executive Committee for 2012. If you are interested in being nominated as vice-president, chair or co-chair of one of the committees, please complete and return the nomination form by COB Wednesday, 19 October. An election will be held at the AGM if there is more than one nomination for a position.
More information.
2011 President's Awards
Rising Star of the Year Finalists
Congratulations to the following finalists for the 2011 President's Awards in the Rising Star of the Year category:
Kim McFarlane, Wakefield & Vogrig Lawyers
Kimi Nishimura, Maurice Blackburn, and
Nathan MacDonald, Public Interest Law Clearing House.
For a complete list of finalists in each awards category visit the LIV Legal Awards webpage. Support all the finalists at the Legal Awards Presentation Ceremony.
More information.
National Golden Gavel Competition
Congratulations to Nick Russell, Mallesons Stephen Jaques who won the 2011 National Golden Gavel Competition with the topic "Friday Night Drinks: The lawyers guide to scoring a touchdown". Congratulations also to Daniel Kinsey, Allens Arthur Robinson for taking out the People's Choice Award. Victoria's finalists have won the People's Choice Award for the last three years running. Congratulations to all finalists - this competition was incredibly entertaining.
Debate - If Captain Planet had a day job, he would be a lawyer!
Wednesday 19 October, 6pm
Don't miss the most anticipated environmental debate on the year. Speakers include: Negative Team - Justice Pagone , Law Institute President Caroline Counsel and Taboka Finn; Affirmative Team - Peter Christoff, Robyn Eckersley and Charles Hopkins. Drinks and nibbles kindly provided by the Melbourne University Law Students Society. RSVP now.
Last chance - Mentoring Information Session
Wednesday 5 October, 5.30 - 7.30pm
New to the law? Need a listening ear or simply torn between two areas of law? LIV's Mentoring Program may be able to help you. Our mentors are experienced, LIV trained legal professionals who are keen to offer their support and guidance. The session will cover how the program works, benefits of having a mentor and opportunities for you to ask questions.
More information.
Win one of 10 double passes to see Anonymous - only at the Movies November 3
"Was William Shakespeare a fraud?"
Set in the political snake-pit of Elizabethan England, Anonymous speculates on an issue that has for centuries intrigued academics and brilliant minds such as Mark Twain, Charles Dickens, and Sigmund Freud, namely: who actually created the body of work credited to William Shakespeare? Experts have debated, books have been written, and scholars have devoted their lives to protecting or debunking theories surrounding the authorship of the most renowned works in English literature. Anonymous poses one possible answer, focusing on a time when scandalous political intrigue, illicit romances in the Royal Court, and the schemes of greedy nobles lusting for the power of the throne were brought to light in the most unlikely of places: the London stage. Enter now.
The Australian College of Community Association Lawyers (ACCAL) Scholarship
Applications close 31 October 2011
The Australian College of Community Association Lawyers (ACCAL) is a not-for-profit College with members throughout Australia and New Zealand and represents an association of the leading legal practitioners in the area of law relating to community living which is variously known as community title, group title or strata title law. The College is pleased to announce the establishment of the ACCAL Scholarship for 2012. The Scholarship will contribute to the costs of undertaking postgraduate study in strata and community titles law or a related field.
More information.
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Keep up to date with the latest news and information about the many social and education events delivered by the LIV, as well as our projects, publications and resources. Like our page to follow our status updates, find out the latest information and view photos from our events. Follow us. |
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YL 2011: Costs & Interest in Litigation
Tuesday 11 October, 5.30 - 7pm
Update your skills and knowledge in an area of practice that is increasingly becoming the subject of change, complexity and debate. This seminar will cover:
- What are the general principles?
- When, and in what way, can you departure from the general principles?
- What happens to costs that are reserved?
- How does the Civil Procedure Act 2010 (Vic) impact on costs?
- When can you claim more than party/party costs?
- What interest rate to apply
- What interest rates to apply and from when?
- When can you seek a compounding interest rate?
- Interest rate on damages vs interest rate as part of damages
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Contract Law
Avoiding Legal Risks With MoUs & Heads of Agreement
Tuesday, 18 October 2011
When do you use MoUs and Heads of Agreement and what form should they take? What are the associated risks? Are they binding or non binding? Importantly, what are they and how do they differ from terms of agreement? These and other matters such as misleading and deceptive conduct and estoppel will be discussed.
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YL 2011: Administration & Probate of Deceased Estates
Tuesday 25 October, 5.30 - 7pm
An introduction to the essential procedures and documents relevant to the collection, transfer and distribution of assets of a deceased estate, with an emphasis on 'tips to avoid litigation' - Overview of procedure for administration and probate of wills and estates - obtaining a grant - getting in the assets - administration of the assets - distribution to beneficiaries - steps to take.
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Introduction to PPS
Tuesday, 08 November 2011
This session is designed to introduce the scope of Personal Property Securities (“PPS”) and its central concept – the security interest – to young lawyers.
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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.
Health & Wellbeing Series: Managing Stress & Anxiety
Wednesday 12 October, 12.30 - 2pm
Anxiety in some situations is not only normal but useful in helping a person avoid danger and solve everyday problems. Stress is also a normal part of life that can help us learn and grow if channeled effectively. This seminar will teach you to:
- Understand the ways in which anxiety and stress impact upon our lives
- Understand how stress and anxiety impact performance
- Identify stressors and distinctive responses to anxiety
- Manage high stress situations.
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How to be a Leader of Change - From an idea to a reality
Wednesday 9 November, 6 - 7.30pm
Are you passionate about community issues and want to learn about how your ideas could become a reality & make a difference in the community? This seminar will enable you to hear from those in the law who have created and developed projects that have had very positive social impacts.
More information.
Interface - Get Yourself Out There!
Friday 18 November, 6 - 8pm
Give your career a boost by meeting like-minded young professionals from other industry-leading professional associations. This event is your opportunity to raise your profile and connect with other entrepreneurial, aspiring young professionals from a range of industries. The event is co-hosted by the Law Institute of Victoria, CPA Australia, Melbourne Junior Chamber of Commerce, Financial Planning Association and the Real Estate Institute of Victoria.
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Women in Leadership - A Partners in Business Lunch
Thursday 13 October, 12 - 2.15pm
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Legal Fun Run & Walk
Monday 7 November, 5.30 - 8.30pm
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Mentor assistance a few clicks away!
WWhether you are seeking career guidance, new to the law or just need a listening ear, LIV's Mentoring Program may be able to help you. Our mentors are experienced, LIV trained legal professionals who are keen to offer their support and guidance. Log on to the mentor directory and search for a mentor that best suits your needs – it's that easy! Find out more. |
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The College of Law - your pathway to admission
Law students considering a career in law post graduation are encouraged to undertake the College of Law Practical Legal Training (PLT) Program. You will study mainly online, either full-time or part-time. Select from multiple start dates through the year. The College of Law is Australia's largest provider of Practical Legal Training and the Program in Victoria is a joint undertaking with the Law Institute of Victoria.
More information.
Careers in Law
Where your law degree can take you The YLS Professional Development Committee has introduced a new feature to bring to readers each month. This feature is aimed at highlighting the extensive career opportunities available to law students and young lawyers. A profile will be delivered to members to showcase the many and varied opportunities in law. This month we are feature Janette Li, Analyst, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu . Read more (pdf). |
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October
Wednesday 7 October
Executive Committee
Wednesday 12 October
Regional & Suburban Committee teleconference
Thursday 13 October
Community Issues Committee
Tuesday 18 October
Law Reform
Thursday 20 October
Social
Tuesday 25 October
Professional Development
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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General/Commercial Solicitor
Solicitor with general/commercial practice experience sought by growing practice in Ringwood. Good conditions and team, client contact, interesting variety of work and future prospects. More information. |
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