QUT Law Society - QUTLS

22/11/2024

Administration Assistant Position – 2-3 days per week

Hirst & Co Family Lawyers is a boutique law firm practicing solely in family law in Brisbane CBD.

We are expanding our administration team and are looking for the right person to join us in a shared position for 2-3 days per week, commencing in January 2025.
You will be primarily responsible for answering the phone, managing client appointments, managing the firm's central email account and taking dictation as well as filing, sorting and collating disclosure, and preparing briefs to Counsel.
Attention to detail, good time management and excellent typing skills will be needed for the role, along with an ability to work well as part of a team.

Should you be interested in applying for the role, please send your cover letter and resume to the attention of Donna Abella at [email protected].

21/11/2024

2025 Vis Moot - call for EOIs
*Due date for EOIs has been extended*

EOIs due 4pm Wednesday 27 November 2024.

Team selection is underway, with the first team meeting to be held later this week (22/23 November), but we remain interested in your EOIs. Please get your EOI in as soon as possible, and no later than 4pm Wednesday 27 November 2024. There will be no further extensions.

Applications are invited from interested LLB, PLT and PhD students in the School of Law to represent QUT at the 32nd Willem C Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot. The Oral Rounds of the 32nd Vis moot will be held in Vienna, Austria, 11-17 April 2025.

Students participating in this moot will learn about international commercial arbitration law, international commercial law and practice, and international sales law. The 2025 moot problem involves the arbitration of a dispute arising in a sustainable energy transaction. The Vis Moot Problem is available here.

Students selected for the team are eligible for academic credit in LLB460 Competition Moots A, or LLB461 Competition Moots B. The team will be coached by Dr Anne Matthew. For details of how to Express Your Interest (EOI), and other information, please see below.

Key Dates:

Tuesday 19 November 2024 by 4pm AEST: Closing date for EOIs.
Thursday 12 December, 2024, Vienna time - Claimant Submissions Due.
Thursday 30 January 2025, Vienna time - Respondent Submissions Due.
11-17 April 2025, Vienna time - Oral Rounds, Vienna, Austria.

Note: QUT mid-semester break commences Saturday 12 April. Semester resumes on Tuesday 22 April 2025.

The Team:
Composition: A team of three to eight students will form the QUT Vis team. They will all participate in researching and writing submissions. Three or four of these students will be selected as oralists to travel to the Oral Rounds of the competition in Vienna.

Eligibility: You must meet the eligibility criteria set out in the Vis Moot Rules. Eligibility is assessed as at 12 December 2024. In short, you are eligible if:

• You are a current LLB, PLT or PhD student in the QUT School of Law.

• You have never been admitted to practice law in any jurisdiction.

NB: Teams may include former Vis Moot participants where they meet Vis Rule 33.

Do you need to be an experienced mooter?
We are interested in receiving expressions of interest from all students interested. The team selected will be a mixture of highly skilled/experienced mooters and researchers who may or may not have prior mooting experience. NB: prior experience in mooting is not necessary if you are seeking to demonstrate your eligibility to meet the EOI Selection Criteria based on your research experience.

Availability for team research and writing meetings over Summer:
You must have considerable capacity to undertake the significant research, writing and oral practice tasks involved in this moot. The team will start working on the Moot Problem on Friday 22 November 2024. The team will meet regularly in the Law Library during the following periods:

22 November – 20 December 2024 Researching and Writing Submissions
3 January - 31 January 2025 Researching and Writing Respondent Submissions
Early February 2025 - 10 April 2025 Drafting Oral Submissions and Oral Practices
11 April - 17 April 2025 Oral Rounds of Competition, Vienna.

Team meetings will generally be held outside of business hours to accommodate students with Summer clerkship commitments. Oral Practices will frequently be held outside of business hours and on weekends to accommodate access to a range of guest practitioner arbitrators and intervarsity practice against other universities.

NB: From 21 December - 2 January 2025 there will be no team meetings and no research or writing expectations.

Selection of Oralists:
Oralists will be selected in February 2025. The team can have an unlimited number of researchers, but only a few students will be selected to travel to the Oral Rounds in Vienna. Only team members that have participated in researching and writing the submissions are eligible to stand for selection as Oralists. Oral tryouts will be conducted in February 2025.

QUT provides support for travel and accommodation for the Oral Rounds. QUT team members must be available for, and able to, travel as required; and must comply with all QUT, and Australian and Queensland government, requirements regarding international travel.

Submitting an EOI:
Email your EOI detailing how you meet each of the EOI Selection Criteria below by 4pm AEST Wednesday 27 November 2024 to [email protected] cc [email protected]. Your EOI should be a maximum of two (2) pages (minimum font is Times New Roman 12pt) that clearly identifies who you are (full name, student number and a contact telephone number); and that addresses all criteria below. In all other respects you may format the EOI as you wish; there is no specific form to use. You must email your EOI from your QUT email account.

NB: Submitting an EOI does not guarantee you a position on the team. The selection panel may call for further tryouts once expressions of interest are received.

EOI Selection Criteria:
You must demonstrate your eligibility as required by the Vis Moot Rules.
You must be available to travel to Europe to the Vis Moot competition from a date to be advised in April 2025 for the Oral Rounds (11-17 April 2025).
You must hold a valid adult passport that as of 17 April 2025 will have at least six (6) months before expiry and be able to make your own arrangements for any visas that you require.You must be able to demonstrate your suitability to represent QUT at this level of competition. This could be demonstrated via evidence of your: (a) capacity to research, novel and complex legal issues; or (b) a mooting, public speaking or competition track record. Provide details of prior research, mooting etc competitions that you have participated in, the year of competition, the size of the team, the topic/area of law of the moot, your experience and level of success in the competition and which school or university you were representing.
You must demonstrate completion of either Contract Law (LLB202) or Legal Research (LLH201).
You must demonstrate your capacity to work well in a small team and to provide, receive and respond to feedback from coaches, practice arbitrators and other team members.
You must demonstrate your capacity to devote:
(a) considerable amounts of time to the team’s research and written work from 22 November to the submission of Claimant and Respondent Submissions; and

(b) from early February 2025 to the Oral Rounds in April 2025 have very considerable time to devote to Oral Practices.

19/11/2024

The Land Court of Queensland is now recruiting for Associates to Members of the Court for a duration of one year commencing in January 2026.

The position of Associate would be suited to anyone who has completed a law degree, or will be well advanced in their studies towards such a degree by January 2026.

DEADLINE
Applications close on Friday, 9 May 2025. Late applications may be considered at the discretion of the President.

APPLICATIONS
All information regarding the process to apply is contained on the Land Court’s website here: https://www.courts.qld.gov.au/courts/land-court/land-court-associates

APPOINTMENT PROCESS
The appointment of Land Court Associates is made by the President, on the recommendation of the Member for whom the associate will be working.

Further information on how to apply and the duties of a Land Court Associate may be found on the Land Court’s website, or you can contact the President’s Executive Assistant on (07) 3738 7441 or [email protected].

Information about applying for a position as an Associate to the President or a Member of the Land Court of Queensland.

18/11/2024

Applications for the following awards are now open:
- UN Women Australia Prize: https://www.qut.edu.au/study/fees-and-scholarships/scholarships/un-women-australia-prize
- Tom Cain Trophy for Outstanding Achievement: https://www.qut.edu.au/study/fees-and-scholarships/scholarships/tom-cain-trophy-for-outstanding-achievement
- Toni Dick Memorial Prize: https://www.qut.edu.au/study/fees-and-scholarships/scholarships/toni-dick-prize

UN WOMEN AUSTRALIA PRIZE
This is awarded to QUT Faculty of Business and Law undergraduate student who has completed a minimum of 96 credit points, has achieved a minimum GPA of 5.0+, and has the ability to demonstrate commitment towards achieving gender equality.
The winner will receive three one-hour mentoring sessions with a UN Women representative. Discussions and mentoring can include goal setting, support for developing strategies for gender equality initiatives, building your advocacy skills.
The winner will receive a complimentary ticket to UN Women Australia’s International Women’s Day luncheon.

TOM CAIN TROPHY FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT
This is awarded to a graduate of the Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Laws (Honours) or an associated double degree program who has achieved a minimum standard of Second-Class Honours Division A. The graduate must have an outstanding track record in extra-curricular activities such as community service or sporting participation during the period of enrolment.

TONI DICK MEMORIAL PRIZE
This is awarded to a female student studying Bachelor of Laws or undertaking postgraduate research in Law who has contributed to the community through sustained volunteer or charitable work (not necessarily of a legal nature). The winner will receive an award of $1000.

Applications close 31 January 2025!

Based on your professional level and experience, combined with your individual needs and motivations, there are several different study formats for you to choose from to help you achieve your career goals.

11/11/2024

Our friends over at Pride in Law are hosting their end-of-year event and would love it if you could make it! Details below:

Join us for Pride in Law Queensland's biggest event of the year! Our 8th Annual Address is a great networking opportunity, and this year we have the pleasure of hearing from the Chief Magistrate, Judge Janelle Brassington, as our keynote speaker. This is not an event to be missed and a great way to close out the year.

Venue: Banco Court at QEII Courts of Law Complex, 415 George Street, Brisbane QLD 4000
Date: Thursday, 21 November 2024
Time: 5.30 pm arrival with a 6.00 pm start
Dress: Business
Drinks and canapes will be provided
Tickets available here: https://events.humanitix.com/pride-in-law-qld-8th-annual-address

06/11/2024

Barry Nilsson are currently seeking a Law Clerk to join the Brisbane Insurance team on a casual basis. The successful candidate will collaborate with our lawyers on a variety of engaging and rewarding work including legal research, document drafting, attending conferences and mediations, and court preparation.

The role offers a clear pathway to a full-time graduate role commencing January 2025. We’re committed to empowering the career progression of our graduates through dedicated mentorship, continuous professional development, and a supportive and flexible environment, ensuring you thrive and excel in your legal career.

The Successful Candidate
We would love to hear from you if you have the following skills, experience and attributes:
- Completed or completing your law degree in 2024
- a desire to take on a graduate position in January 2025
- an interest in litigation and dispute resolution
- effective communication and collaboration skills.

How to Apply
To make a confidential application, please click ‘Apply Now’ and address your application to the People & Culture Officer, Amy Smith.

For more information:

05/11/2024

Sparke Helmore Lawyers has an exciting opportunity for a casual Paralegal to join ourCommercial Insurance team in Brisbane working with Partner, Kiley Hodges.

About the team and the work
The team manages a range of matters including construction, property damage, D&O, policy coverage, professional indemnity and complex personal injury claims.
The practice has a strong blue-chip client base with a particular focus on large and more complex litigated claims.
You will gain practical litigation experience by drafting and collating legal documents, preparing chronologies and summaries and have the opportunity to develop your communication skills by liaising with medical and legal professionals and clients.
You will be an integral part of a high-performing, collegiate and friendly team.

About you
- Be able to commit to a minimum of 3 days or more per week on an ongoing basis
- Be in your final stages of your law degree, graduating approx 2026
- Previous Paralegal experience essential
- An excellent communicator (both verbal and written)
- Have a hard working and positive attitude

For further information on this exciting opportunity, please see here:

Why Sparke Helmore? As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities. At Sparke Helmore, you’ll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and frie...

31/10/2024

🌟 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT 🌟

The votes are in! 🗳️

Meet the fabulous incoming 2025 QUTLS Committee!

Congratulations, and thank you to everyone who threw their hats in the ring.

Thinking about joining the 2025 QUTLS committee? There’s still some vacant positions! More information will appear on our social media shortly ✨

22/10/2024

Remember to pick up your exam wellness packs from the QUTLS office in C402 or in the law library. We wish you the best with your exams!

21/10/2024

Halloween fun is just around the corner, and Cloud 8 Karaoke is excited to share their special promotion!

From 24th to 31st October, anyone who comes in costume will enjoy 20% off their karaoke session. 👻 Whether they dress as a ghost, superhero, or anything in between, the more creative, the better!

19/10/2024

Dear Students,

Do you want to kick-start your career in law?

The King & Wood Mallesons 2025 Insight Program will give you the opportunity to develop skills, grow your confidence and gain insight into life at King & Wood Mallesons.

Applications are welcome from law university students who are in their pre-penultimate year of their university degree (i.e. 3rd year of undergraduate degree for those completing semesters, 2nd year of undergraduate degree for those completing in trimesters or 1st year of JD degree).

From this program, you will gain an understanding of how KWM is structured, the areas of law we practice in, and the clients we work with. You will get an in-depth look at matters our teams are working on, meet some of our people and hear them talk about their experiences as legal professionals and gain key insight into the clerkship recruitment process.

Upon completion of the Insight Program you will have gained a solid understanding of a top-tier commercial law firm and gained exclusive insight into the recruitment process to help you feel prepared and confident when applying for clerkship positions. You will also become part of the Insight Program alumni.

If you have any further questions, please contact Jess Brew at [email protected]

17/10/2024

12/10/2024

🎉Nominations for Committee Positions are now OPEN

//NOMINATIONS//
Nominations are currently open and will close Wednesday 23 October at 5.00pm. You may nominate for up to three positions. More information on the roles available can be found in our By-laws: https://www.qutlawsociety.com/general-1

The Nomination form is available here: https://form.jotform.com/242158356957064

After nominations close, all nominations will be posted to our page and website at least 3 days prior to the election. If a position receives 1 or less nominations, we may be reopening nominations for that position at the election.

Please read through the requirements for nomination found in the Nomination Form prior to submitting your nomination. Please also note that certain positions have additional requirements that can be found in the QUTLS By-Laws here: https://www.qutlawsociety.com/general-1

//SPEECHES//
All nominees will be required to present an election speech for each position nominated for at the election.

The permitted speech times are as follows:
1. Management Committee role: 2 minute speech followed by 4 minute question time.
2. Director role: 1 minute speech followed by 2 minute question time.
3. Officer role: group question time of 1 minute per nominee of that position.

//VOTING//
To vote, you must attend the election either electronically or in person. To attend electronically, you must email the Secretary ([email protected]) no later than 24 hours prior to the event outlining your reasons for attending electronically. Your virtual attendance will need to be approved.

We hope to see you there!

11/10/2024

11/10/2024

Exciting news! 📸

Event photos from the QUT Law Society Law Dinner 2024 have been released! ✨🥂 Check out the album on our page! or visit the Google Drive here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1G8Aii1Qv0tFDvgbfxPn_HOs0NaD-C3_k?usp=share_link

Thank you to all our drop- dead gorgeous attendees for a dazzling evening! We wish to also thank our keynote speaker, Fleur Kingham. 🪩

It was a wonderful evening of celebration ahead of the end of the academic year. We wish everyone luck for their upcoming exams.