Start of Semester 2 2010
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I. JD Transfer Update II. Law Revue 2010 - 'How to lose votes & aggravate people' III. BLACKACRE: Call for Extensive Submissions IV. Competitions V. Careers VI. Sport VII. Other Announcements |
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I. JD TRANSFER UPDATE
The Dean is proposing to invoke her discretion in order to allow all current 1st and 2nd year graduate-entry LLB students the option of transferring into the JD next year. The Faculty does not anticipate any obstacles to this proposal, which will be noted at the Graduate Studies Committee, and at Academic Board meetings in August. The Faculty will provide students with further information as this process advances.
II. LAW REVUE 2010 - 'HOW TO LOSE VOTES & AGGRAVATE PEOPLE'
August 18-21 (Week 4)
Tickets on sale outside Law School between 12-2
Access: $15 Conc: $18 Full: $20
Sydney Uni Law Revues represent a tradition stretching back to the mists of antiquity (the 60's). A tradition of big dance numbers, witty and biting satire and less witty and biting pun jokes. A tradition of small amounts of nudity that is never adequately justified. A tradition of bright young things with bursting creativity performing on stage...before selling out and becoming corporate lawyers. If you plan to see only one Sydney Uni Law Revue this year, by definition it has to be this one.
III. BLACKACRE: CALL FOR EXTENSIVE SUBMISSIONS
Last semester, all final year students were invited to write an extended submission for Blackacre. A list has been emailed to you as a reminder - so please check your emails if you volunteered. If you chose to conduct interviews, the list will specify which lecturer you have been assigned to according to a first come first serve basis.
Specifications:
- Articles/Reports: 4 pages maximum with (any) accompanying images, size 10 text single spacing
- Photographs and Artworks: Should have a set theme and words to accompany
- Exchange Experiences and Clerkships: 1 page maximum full text, size 10 single spacing, if you can please provide some photographs
- Interviews: 1.5 pages maximum full text, size 10 spacing, please provide a photograph of the interviewee
Please send your final pieces to Olivia Teh at publications@suls.org.au by the 28th of July, 2010. If you have any enquiries, or need an extension, please also contact publications via the given email.
Regards,
Publications Team
IV. COMPETITIONS
A. Opening Expressions of Interest to Convene Semester 2 Competitions Enjoyed competitions in semester 1? Thought you could do a better job? Join our team in semester 2!
We need 2 convenors for:
- Contract Law Moot
- Federal Constitutional Law Moot
- Equity Law Moot
- Witness Examination Skills Competition
Email competitions@suls.org.au with your name, number and any relevant experience.
Also, keep an eye out for the Henry Davis York Skills Competitions Seminar Series early in semester 2.
B. Student-Staff Debate on 9th August - Student Team Applications Open The student-staff debate is on again on Monday Week 3 of semester 2. It will be a lunchtime debate on the topic 'The House agrees that University life should be more like Second Life than real life', with the student team taking the negative position. We are expecting a lively and lighthearted debate. If you are interested in being part of the student team, please email competitions@suls.org.au with your name, number and any relevant debating, public speaking or mooting experience.
V. CAREERS
A. A message from the Careers Centre regarding Summer Jobs Come to the University's Internship and Vacation Work Fair to get yourself a career related job this summer. Speak to recruiters from a range of fields about internships, vacation work, and volunteer opportunities, available both in Australia and internationally. Open to all students who are not in their final year.
When: Thursday 29 July, 12pm - 3pm (Week One)
Where: Level 4, Wentworth Building.
Companies looking for law students: Antipodeans Abroad, Cancer Council of NSW, Ernst & Young, Hong Kong Economic and Trade Officer, International Internships, Microsoft, PricewaterhouseCoopers, P&G, Projects Abroad, The Aurora Project, Westpac, Working Holiday Program (Canada), and Youth Challenge Australia. See a full list on the Careers Centre website (http://sydney.edu.au/careers/).
Hear from the employers in depth. The following companies are also holding information sessions on campus about their internship and/or graduate opportunities: KPMG, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Liquid Capital, Teach for Australia, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, Macquarie, Grant Thornton, BOC, and Optiver. View dates and times on the events calendar (http://webapps.ucc.usyd.edu.au/careers/index.php?url=student/jobs/events_calendar).
But before you apply! Make sure you have the best CV and application possible. The Careers Centre is running a four part workshop series on applying for internships and vacation work, as well as regular sessions on resume writing and interviews.
For further information about any of these events, visit http://sydney.edu.au/careers.
B. Internship at the NSW Law Reform Commission The NSW Law Reform Commission invites law students entering their final year in 2011 to apply for legal internships to work alongside Commission members and legal staff during the summer university vacation, 2010-2011.
Interns work as volunteers on a full-time basis. The Commission does not provide any remuneration or financial assistance to interns. While not financially remunerated, an internship at the Law Reform Commission provides an opportunity to work closely with the Commissioners and law reform staff and contribute directly to the development of proposals for law reform. Depending on the reference this could mean undertaking research, contributing to drafting consultation documents, assisting with consultation processes, or helping draft reports. The Commission credits the contribution of interns in its published papers. The Commission seeks to provide a stimulating environment and a varied experience for interns.
Interns should be available to work for 8-12 weeks, commencing in December 2010 or January 2011, and are invited to indicate their availability in their application.
Information about the Commission's work and structure can be provided on our website: www.lawlink.nsw.gov.au/lrc
Successful applicants will:
- have a strong academic record
- demonstrate well-developed legal research and writing skills
- demonstrate an ability to contribute to a team environment
Applications should contain a statement outlining how they meet these three criteria, together with a curriculum vitae and an academic record.
Applications should be forwarded to the Commission at lrc_intern@agd.nsw.gov.au.
If you have questions you can email us at the address above or call us on 8061 9270.
Closing date: Applications close 30 September 2010. Interviews for short-listed candidates will take place around October 2010.
VI. SPORT
A. City2Surf for beyondblue 
On August 8, 2010, SULS will be entering a team of 113 students and academics to run, walk, skip or hop the annual city2surf event. The team, called "No Standing", will be entering as part of SULS' commitment to the national depression initiative, beyondblue.
The primary aim of the event will be to raise awareness of the prevalence of depression and anxiety in the legal profession and the essential work that beyondblue does in providing support for sufferers of these illnesses.
To donate, please go to http://www.everydayhero.com.au/no_standing.
For more information about late registrations and fundraising please email Ally Chappell at sport@suls.org.au.
B. Captain a team in the Semester 2 interfaculty sport competition! Every week, Sydney University Sports and Fitness run an inter-faculty sports competition. The competition is social and a great way to network and meet new friends. SULS is looking to enter at least one team in every event.
Your role will essentially involve organising and coordinating a team.
In your application, please include your name, year and any previous experience.
We are looking to fill the following team captain positions in Semester 2 (all sports are mixed unless specified):
- Touch footy - 11 Aug - 11am-4pm - The Square
- Table tennis - 18 Aug - 11am-4pm - HK Ward Gymnasium
- Netball (F) - 25 Aug - 11am-4pm - HK Ward Gymnasium
- Indoor Soccer - 1 Sep - 11am-4pm - HK Ward Gymnasium
- Volleyball - 8 Sep - 11am-4pm - HK Ward Gymnasium
- Basketball - 15 Sep - 11am-4pm - HK Ward Gymnasium
- Handball - 22 Sep - 11am-4pm - HK Ward Gymnasium
- 5km run - 13 Oct - 3-5pm - Oval 1
To apply or seek more information please email the Sport Director at sport@suls.org.au.
C. SULS RUGBY TEAM On the 24th September members of SULS will be playing an exhibition rugby match against the University of Queensland Bernie Law School Rugby team. This is an inaugural event aimed at promoting inter-varsity relations.
This is a call for players! If you are interested in joining the team please email your contact details and experience to sport@suls.org.au by 2nd August.
This is also a call for submissions for team captain. This role will involve supervising trials, any trainings and generally overseeing the team. Experience as a leader and dedication are essential. Please send your applications to sport@suls.org.au by 2nd August.
VII. OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Save the date for Law Ball This year's Law Ball will be held on the 17th of September so keep the date free and an eye out for information closer to the date.
B. Blake Dawson Developing Young Lawyers (DYL) Workshop Series - DATE CHANGE The DYL series is designed to help students develop many of the skills needed to be a successful lawyer. This incorporates workshops that focus on client interviewing, negotiation and mooting skills. The series aims to provide students with methods, hints and tips in these areas, as well as the opportunity to participate in practical scenarios and receive feedback from Blake Dawson lawyers. Please see a summary of each session provided below.
Negotiation
The negotiation workshop gives participants an understanding of points to consider when conducting a negotiation on behalf of a client. The workshop is run by a Blake Dawson Partner who shares their real life experience with negotiation. The workshop is very practical and students will have the opportunity to reflect on their experience of the negotiation game.
Client Interviewing
The client interviewing workshop takes participants through the 7 virtues and 7 deadly sins of client interviewing. The session is run by a Blake Dawson Partner who provides guidance on how to conduct a client interview. There is a demonstration by Blake Dawson lawyers and students will have the opportunity to participate in role play scenarios and receive personalised feedback from the Blake Dawson lawyers they are working with.
Mooting
The mooting workshop offers an understanding of core mooting skills and an opportunity to put these into practice. The workshop starts with a general discussion of the principles of mooting, including advice on what you should and should not do during a moot. Participants then move into breakout rooms to moot a hypothetical legal problem with other students who have a similar level of experience. All participants will receive personalised feedback from the Blake Dawson lawyers they are working with.
There is no prior preparation required for any of the workshops as all materials will be provided on the night.
When will these events be held and who can attend?
The DYL series is open to all law students from Sydney University.
Please note the date for Sydney University law students has changed to Thursday 12 August 2010 (Drinks and canapes served from 6pm. Workshops run from 6.30pm to 8.30pm)
How to Register
Students will be able to register online at http://www.blakedawson.com. Stay tuned for the registration opening date.
C. Sydney University Hoodies, T-shirts and Shorts Sydney University merchandise is now available online at http://www.suls.org.au/merchandise. Get your orders in by 5pm, August 8th of Semester 2 and you can pick them up from the SULS office in week 6.
Any comments or queries? Please direct them to Ally Chappell at sport@suls.org.au.
D. Textbooks Loan Scheme SEMESTER 2 
The SULS Textbooks Loan Scheme sponsored by the Law Faculty is the flagship program of the SULS Equity Portfolio. This scheme allows applicants in financially disadvantaged situations to borrow textbook/s from SULS for the semester. Applications are determined at the discretion of the Equity Officer, in line with the Textbook Loans Scheme Policy which is available on the SULS website. The applications for Semester Two will be open at the end of this Semester, during STUVAC, and will close at the beginning of Week Two of Semester Two. The Semester Two application forms are now available on the SULS website and should be emailed to equity@suls.org.au.
E. Blackacre Profiles DUE NOW For ALL FINAL YEAR STUDENTS that have not submitted individual profiles for Blackacre yet, please do so ASAP. Please go here for the submission form: http://suls.org.au/sulsweekly/2010/s1blackacre/index.html. Remember, this is YOUR yearbook, so make your mark on it!
F. The Governor-General's Undergraduate Essay Competition The Governor-General's Undergraduate Essay Competition is Australia's most prestigious civics essay competition. It is open to Australian undergraduate students (including LLB, JD and Honours students) studying in all faculties at universities across Australia and includes questions that are related to law, politics and other contemporary issues facing Australia.
The 2010 Competition is offering up to $33,000 in cash prizes to the winning authors of 2,500 word essays. Every year the Competition is judged by a panel of distinguished individuals including a High Court Justice and prominent academics. The final judging panel this year is being chaired by The Hon. Robert French AC, Chief Justice of the High Court of Australia. This prestigious competition provides students with the opportunity to be further recognised for their academic skill, talent and research.
The Competition website is: http://www.essaycompetition.com.au
There are 9 highly interesting questions available on the website. The Competition closing date is 17th December 2010 at 5:00pm AEST. Please direct all enquiries to jwilliams@cefa.org.au.
G. Australian Institute of Administrative Law Forum - 22-23 July See the flyer on the SULS website for more information.
H. International Humanitarian Law Training Session The Youth Advisory Committee of the NSW Division of Red Cross is establishing an International Humanitarian Law Action Group. They invite all students to an International Humanitarian Law Training Session, to be held on Saturday 10 July 2010 at Red Cross House (159 Clarence Street, Sydney) from 9:00am-5:00pm.
IHL Basics Training will be conducted by Branka Gajic, NSW Red Cross' IHL Officer. The training covers six modules including an introduction to Red Cross and IHL, military principles and enforcement. We will also talk about the next steps in the development of the IHL Action Group. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
The session will be compulsory for anyone seeking a position on the Coordinating Committee of the IHL Action Group. Nominations for positions will be called for at the end of the training session. Please RSVP by Wednesday 7th July 2010.
For more information contact Josh Pallas at jpallas@redcross.org.au.
I. Legal Research Assistant - London Maurice Mendelson QC - an eminent barrister in public international law - recruits paid legal research assistants on a needs basis in his chambers in London (Blackstone Chambers). The exact subject-matter varies. Interested doctoral or post-doctoral researchers, or Master's level students having or expected to get first class honours or graduate with distinction, are asked to write to Mr Mendelson with a CV, including the names of two referees and an indication of the areas that you feel comfortable working in.
Email: MauriceMendelson@blackstonechambers.com
J. Faculty Events The Law Faculty hosts a number of interesting lectures, seminars and forums each week which are open to all students. Check out: http://sydney.edu.au/news/law/456.html for more information.
SPONSORS
SULS would like to thank its kind sponsors for 2010:
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