The answers to this survey will be incorporated into a comprehensive handover to the incoming AULSS Committee after they are elected.

So, if you missed [...]]]> The AULSS is giving you a chance to have your say on what you think we have done well or not so well in 2011 and give us new ideas.

The answers to this survey will be incorporated into a comprehensive handover to the incoming AULSS Committee after they are elected.

So, if you missed out on our free pizza event, don’t worry – your voice can still be heard! Fill out the survey here

The AULSS Careers Team is holding a GDLP Information Session on Wednesday 7th September (Week [...]]]> Are you in final or penultimate year and have no idea what a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice is, or what you need to do to get one? Or, have you already considered your options and aren’t sure?

The AULSS Careers Team is holding a GDLP Information Session on Wednesday 7^th September (Week 7) at 5pm in Law Lecture Theatre 1 in the Ligertwood Building.

We will provide you with all the information you need to make a decision about how to qualify for a practising certificate so that you can become real-life lawyers! Representatives from three prominent GDLP providers (Law Society of South Australia, ANU Legal Workshop and The College of Law) will be speaking about their programs and answering any questions you may have.

To find more information and check out our neutral GDLP Table click here: http://aulss.org.au/careers/gdlp-information/

SCL Andreyev Doman is a commercial law practice bringing together complementary strengths in tax, corporate, commercial and disputes law. We work with successful entrepreneurs, investors, private equity firms, super funds and financiers from our offices in Adelaide and Sydney.

The focused and talented team at SCL Andreyev Doman have a genuine interest in [...]]]>

SCL Andreyev Doman is a commercial law practice bringing together complementary strengths in tax, corporate, commercial and disputes law. We work with successful entrepreneurs, investors, private equity firms, super funds and financiers from our offices in Adelaide and Sydney.

The focused and talented team at SCL Andreyev Doman have a genuine interest in business and investments and use their knowledge of the law to provide innovative documents and structures that meet client needs and have real meaning and represent excellent value.

SCL Andreyev Doman is offering accomplished final year students, who have demonstrated academic excellence and practical abilities, the opportunity to undertake a PLT placement in our Adelaide office.

The successful applicant can expect to undertake activities that includes:

-        drafting and presenting research memoranda and advice to senior practitioners;

-        preparing court documents;

-        attending client interviews; and

-        preparing client files.

If successful in your application, you will also be exposed to the practical side of working in a law firm, receive training on our office procedures and participate in legal education.

Applications are currently being received for placement positions for the second half of 2011. The dates are relatively flexible and mutually convenient, taking into consideration your study obligations and any PLT commitments.

Please include a covering letter, curriculum vitae and academic transcript in your application and send to alex@sclad.com.au.

7.30pm

Masquerade Theme, Cocktail Dress

$75 + $3 online booking fee

TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW: Visit www.aulss.iwannaticket.com.au and search ‘law ball’.

GET IN QUICK!!!!

Cowell Clarke is a specialist commercial law practice based in Adelaide. We act for clients in all sectors of business and industry in South Australia, interstate and overseas.

Cowell Clarke offers talented people the opportunity to join a great team, and [...]]]> Please see below information from Cowell Clarke about their 2011 PLT Program:

Cowell Clarke is a specialist commercial law practice based in Adelaide. We act for clients in all sectors of business and industry in South Australia, interstate and overseas.

Cowell Clarke offers talented people the opportunity to join a great team, and to experience legal practice in a specialist commercial law firm. Our people value our culture, and are able to develop both professionally and personally in an enjoyable work environment.

Cowell Clarke has an outstanding Career Development Program which includes PLT Placements. We offer up to 12 PLT Placements over the course of the year. Several vacancies still remain for the second half of 2011.

Applications

Applications are currently being received for placement positions for the second half of 2011. We are happy to talk to you about dates for placements between July and November 2011 that are mutually convenient, having regard to your study and GDLP commitments.

Please include a covering letter, curriculum vitae and academic transcript in your application and send to careers@cowellclarke.com.au .

For further information about your career at Cowell Clarke please contact our People and Culture Manager, Susan Comerford.

Applications for 2011 clerkship placements close on Friday, 22 April.

When applying, candidates should ensure they provide the following information:

If you are interested in a career with Lipman Karas, please send your [...]]]> Lipman Karas are offering 20 clerkship placements over the course of 2011.

Applications for 2011 clerkship placements close on Friday, 22 April.

When applying, candidates should ensure they provide the following information:

• Curriculum vitae
• Academic transcript
• Contact details for two referees

If you are interested in a career with Lipman Karas, please send your application to careers@lipmankaras.com.

For more information, please check the Lipman Karas website Careers section at: http://www.lipmankaras.com/careers_ourclerkship_prog.html

The first instance decision of Owen J is the longest judgment ever [...]]]>  

The Western Australian Supreme Court is inviting applications for the positions of 3 x Associate and 2 x Research Associate to the Judges hearing the appeal of CACV 52 of 2009 Westpac Banking Corporation (in liq)  v The Bell Group Ltd.

The first instance decision of Owen J is the longest judgment ever published in Australia, dealing with an enormous range of banking and finance, insolvency and corporate law issues (see [2008] WASC 239).

For more information, see the job advertisement here.