Lawkipedia 2025

Lawkipedia Lawkipedia 2025

Editor’sNote

Welcome to UNSW! We’re thrilled to bring you the 2025 edition of the Lawkipediayourgo-toresourcefornavigatingtheexcitingworldoflawschool.

Firstoff,ahugecongratulationsonmakingithere.GettingintoUNSWLawisnosmall feat-yourhardworkanddedicationhavetrulypaidoff.

Weknowlawschoolcansometimesfeellikeyou’relostinalabyrinth,butdon’tworry - this guide is here to help you find your path. Inside, you’ll discover tips, insights, and advicefromstudentswho’vealreadymadeitthroughthetrickycornersanddeadends.

Remember,lawschoolisn’tjustaboutthebooks.It’salsoachancetoexplore,connect, and grow. Build friendships, join societies, and get involved in the vibrant law school community. Balancing study with self-care is just as important. Stay organised, take breaks, and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. UNSW Law isn’t just a degree-it’sawholemazeofopportunitieswaitingtobeuncovered.

You’vealreadyprovenyou’reatrailblazerbygettinghere,sodon’tbeafraidtotrynew things, make bold moves, and carve your unique path. Whether it’s navigating your first moot, finding your footing in assessments, or simply enjoying the journey, this is yourtimetoshine.

We can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish. You’ve got this - good luckandwelcometothemaze!

2025StudentDevelopmentDirectors NazHashemiPourI3rdYearUGLaw/Media SarveshcikaYuvarajI3rdYearUGLaw/Economics

2025VicePresident(Education) JuneKimI4thYearUGLaw/Arts

Acknowledgements

Editors

JuneKim

NazHashemiPour

SarveshcikaYuvaraj

PublicationsTeam

TeodulfoJoseReyes

AaryanPahwa

AshnaAravinthan

Contributors

AlexanderLee

AngelaWang

AnnabelLau

ArabellaTavares

ChristopherKong

BronwynDyer

EllaRobinson

EthanLee

IshratZaman

JennyRim

JuliaMaikari

Disclaimer

KylaRiv

MadeleineMorris

MeenalJanjua

MarcusLanch

MelanieD’Cruz

OscarSeifried

PiperLaurie

ThomasDeruiZeng

VictorYan

WillMartin

The articles and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the UNSW Law Society Inc., the editors, or those of the UNSW Faculty of Law. Although the editors and authors have taken every care in preparing and writing the guide, they expressly disclaim and accept no liability for any errors, omissions, misuse, or misunderstandings on the part of any person who uses and relies upon it. The editors, authors, and the UNSW Law Society Inc. accept no responsibility for any damage, injury or loss occasioned to any person or entity, whether law student or otherwise, as a result of a person relying wholly or in part on any material included, omitted or impliedinthispublication.

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Dean’sWelcome

Startingyourlawdegreeisanintenseandexcitingexperience–requiringyoutogetto grips with the language and structures of the law, deepen your skills in oral and written communication through the interactive classes that are the cornerstone of the Faculty’s programs, and to stay on top of the substantial pre-class reading and revision that is a law student’s lot in life! And there’s a range of other new experiences and challengesthatjustcomewithbeingauniversitystudent.

Sometimes, the reality of legal study challenges preconceived ideas you may have had aboutwhattoexpect.Don’tbedeterredshouldthisbethecase–inevitably,thingsare abitdifferentinpracticethantheyseemedwhenconsideredintheabstract.Thekeyis to be open to what comes your way and to reach out to your fellow students and teachers. Law is a dynamic subject and understanding is driven by informed discussion anddebate.

InpublishingLawkipedia,theLawSocietyoffersgreatassistancetothosecommencing the study of law at UNSW. The course reviews contained in this guide offer reassurance to those who might be feeling daunted by the workload or unsure about thesubjectmatter.Moregenerally,Lawkipediaoffersawealthofgoodadvice,tipsand support for students as they navigate uni processes, transport routes, and everything elseinthedaytodayexistenceofaUNSWlawstudent.

The Faculty of Law & Justice is very appreciative and proud of the major contribution that the Law Society makes to our students’ experience. Lawkipedia is a great example of this – and I am pleased to endorse the contents of this guide to you as you embark onstudytowardyourdegree.Itisaterrificresource!

ProfessorAndrewLynch DeanofLaw&Justice

President’sWelcome

WelcometoUNSWLawandJustice!Weknowhowhardyouworkedtogethere,sotakea moment to celebrate all your achievements as you enter this new and exciting chapter. As the 2025 UNSW Law Society Presidents, we extend a heartfelt congratulations and welcometotheLawSchool.

We hope to make this new journey enjoyable and rewarding for you. The UNSW Law SocietyservesastherepresentativebodyforUNSWlawstudents,offeringmanyprograms and initiatives to foster lasting friendships, develop your academic and professional skills and open doors to explore various career opportunities. The UNSW Law Society prides itself on offering a diverse range of initiatives catering to the unique requirements and passions of our members. We strongly encourage you to explore these offerings as they willbeopportunitiestoforgelifelongmemories.

To be part of this vibrant and exciting community, make sure you sign-up to become a UNSW Law Society member. To stay up to date with the events offered, visit our website or follow UNSW Law Society on our social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Linkedin. We also encourage you to join our student-run UNSW Law Discussion ForumonFacebook.

Interested in getting more involved? Sign up to our LawPLUS peer mentoring program, where you will be assigned to a group led by older students to support you through your first term at UNSW Law! This is the perfect opportunity to make friends quickly. In addition to this, for the first time, we are launching a UNSW Law Society Human Resources Sub-Committee! This will be a great opportunity to learn more about the society from an internal perspective (and it allows you to join our executive road trips and bonding activities!). You can also apply to become a Wellbeing Warrior. This is another Sub-Committee that allows you to organise and attend fun Lawsoc wellbeing events. Finally, be sure to check out our 2025 First Year Law Camp Facebook Page to purchase tickets-youwillnotwanttomissout!

As you embark on your UNSW Law adventure, we wish you all the best, and we hope the UNSW Law Society becomes a cornerstone of your experience. We’re eager to cross paths withyouoncampus-don’thesitatetodropbyandsayhi,wedon’tbite!

Wishingyouallthebestforthisyearandyourfutureendeavours!

2025ImportantDates

O-Week

Each term is preceded with ‘O-Week’ (Orientation Week) where the university is bustling with sign up stalls and events.

Census Date

The census date is the last day to drop courses without financial liability. If you drop a course after this date, you will have to pay for it.

Deadline to drop WITHOUT academic penalty

This is the last day to drop a course without academic penalty, resulting in a grade of NF (course discontinued without failure).

Week 6: Flexibility Week

‘Flexi-week’ or ‘reading week’ as teachers like to call it, is a week halfway through the term (Week 6) where no classes are held. This is a time to catch up on work, finish your midterms - which are normally due around this time and also to relax.

Week 11: Study Period

No classes are held between Monday-Thursday of Week 11. This period is designed for students to prepare for exams which begin from Friday, Week 11.

Release of Results

Results are sent to student Email accounts at 12:00pm AEDT and a few hours later they are posted on myUNSW (5:00pm AEDT).

Travelling to Campus

AConcessionOpalcardwillallowyouasstudentstoaccessfaresathalfthepriceoftheAdult Opal card. You must carry your UNSW student ID or Concession Entitlement Card with you whenusingyourConcessionOpalCard.

Toapply:

1.UNSWneedstoconfirmyoureligibilityforaconcessionontravelfarestoTransportNSWin order to receive a Concession Opal Card. For this to occur, you need to provide your consent toUNSWforsharingyourdetailswithTransportUNSW.GotomyUNSW→StudentServices →OnlineServices→ConcessionOpalCardtogiveconsent.

2. Allow for up to 2 business days for your information to reach Transport NSW. Then, then apply for your Concession Opal Card and Concession Entitlement Card by visiting transportnsw.info/tickets-opal/ticket-eligibility-concessions/tertiary-or-tafe-students. Note that you must have your student enrolment information to hand when applying and please enteryourdetails,especiallyyourname,exactlyastheyappearonyourUNSWrecord.

3.Yourcardswillbepostedtoyourmailingaddress(5-7businessdaysafteryourapplicationis completed).

4.ActivateyourConcessionOpalCardwhenitarrives.

GettingtoLowerCampus

TheUNSWlowercampushousestheLawBuildingandLibrary.

Take the L3 - Juniors Kingsford light rail from Central Chalmers Street light rail station to UNSWAnzacParadelightrailstation.

Alternatively, you can take the 396 or 392N or 392X bus from Hyde Park, Elizabeth Street (Stand A) bus stop near Gadigal metro station (Park Street entrance) to UNSW Mall Entrance onAnzacParade,whichisafewmetresaheadofthelightrailstop.

GettingtoUpperCampus

TheUNSWuppercampushousesimportantstudyareassuchastheMainLibrary.

TaketheL2-RandwicklightrailfromCentralChalmersStreetlightrailstationtoUNSWHigh Streetlightrailstation.

Alternatively, you can take the 396 or 392N bus from Hyde Park, Elizabeth Street (Stand A) bus stop near Gadigal metro station to Anzac Parade at Middle Street bus stop, walk to Anzac Parade after Strachan St bus stop and take the 390X bus to High St opposite UNSW Gate 8 busstop.

Enrolling and Registering in Courses

Youneedtoenrolandregisterinyourchosencoursestosecureyourplaceinthem.‘Enrolling’ refers to choosing the courses you would like to complete each trimester. ‘Registering’ refers tofinalisingyourtimetableforeachcourseinatrimester.

Enrolment and registration are two different procedures that occur at different dates and times for each student. You will find your enrolment and registration appointments on myUNSW→MyStudentServices→Enrolment→EnrolmentAppointments

ProgressionPlansandHandbooks

Aprogressionplanisastructuredguidedesignedforyourdegree,outliningtherecommended sequenceofcoursestocompleteeachtrimester.Ithelpsensureyoustayontracktomeetyour program requirements and graduate on time. Check out your progression plan at www.student.unsw.edu.au/progression-plans

You can also refer to the Handbook to understand your degree structure and requirements. The 2025 Handbook for Law courses are available at www.handbook.unsw.edu.au/undergraduate/programs/2025/4701?year=2025 (scroll down tofindyourdoubledegree)

ToEnrolinCourses

1.

Ensure you are aware of when you can enrol in a trimester by looking at your enrolment appointment(seeabove)

LogontoyourmyUNSWthroughmy.unsw.edu.au/portal/portal/home.xml2.

Clickon‘MyStudentProfile’3.

Clickon‘UpdateYourEnrolment’4.

Clickon‘UpdateEnrolment’5. In the bottom left corner, use the search box to input the courses you have to enrol into in 2025. 6.

7.Registerinthefollowinglawcoursesforyourfirstyear:

Term 1: LAWS1052- Introduction to Law and Justice and LAWS1055- Legal Research and Writing a.

Term2:LAWS1061-Tortsb.

Term3:LAWS1150-PrinciplesofPrivateLawc.

8.Ticktheboxesunderthe‘Select?’column

9.Click‘ConfirmEnrolmentRequest’ 10.Click‘SubmitEnrolmentRequest’

ToRegisterinCourses

Ensure you are aware of when you can register in a trimester by looking at your registration appointment(seeabove)

1. Alistofavailableclasstimesforeachcourseisusuallyavailablebeforeyourregistrationdate. You can have a look at these here timetable.unsw.edu.au/2025/subjectSearch.html (scroll down to ‘Law’). Using this, plan your timetable ahead of your registration date as classes fill up quickly. Use resources such as the CrossAngles Timetable Planner via crossangles.app to planyourclassschedule. 2. LogintoMyUNSW.

3. Clickon‘MyStudentProfile’.4. Clickon‘UpdateYourEnrolment’.5. Clickon‘UpdateEnrolment’.6. Clickon‘SelectClasses’inthebottomleftcorner7.

8.

Youwillbetakentoapagewithacalendar.Selectyourpreferredclasstimesontheleft.Make sureyouselectanyWEBdeliveryclassestomakesureyourrequestgoesthrough.

If you miss out on your preferred class time, you can still enrol in that class under a Waitlist and may still get your preferred time if other students change their time. Note that the waitlistfunctionsinaqueue-typesystem.Makesureyoualsoregisterforabackupclasswhile waitlisting for your preferred class. Go to www.unsw.edu.au/student/managing-yourstudies/essentials/enrolment/waitlistingformoreinformationaboutWaitlists Oncedone,clicktheblue‘SelectClasses’buttononthebottomright Thiswilltakeyoubacktothe‘UpdateEnrolment’page,whereyouwillclickthecheckboxfor yourclassesandthenclick‘RegisterClasses’ 9. 10. 11. 13

NavigatingtheUNSWMaze

Nowthatyouhavesuccessfullyenrolledintoyourclass,itistimetofindtheroomyouwillbein fortheterm!

Todoso,followthesesteps:

1. LogontoyourmyUNSWthroughthelinkbelow:

2.Clickonthe‘MyStudentProfile’tabonthetoplefthandcorner.

3.Clickon‘ClassTimetable’underneaththe‘Enrolment’heading.

Youwillnowbeabletoviewyourenrolledclassesandtheirclassroomsunderneath.

TIP:Followthestepsonthetopofthe‘ClassTimetable’homepagetocreateapersonaliCallink to your Class Timetable and synchronise your timetable to your Apple or Google Calendar. Once you do this for the first time, the timetable automatically updates when you enrol in new classeseachterm!

Needhelplocatingyourclassroomsoncampus?

1.MazemapWebsite

a.

Use the Mazemap website with the link below to input your classroom and get directions:https://use.mazemap.com/#v=1&config=unsw&zlevel=NaN&center=151.231 022,-33.917689&zoom=16.2

2.DownloadtheLostonCampusApp

The Lost on Campus App is a great tool to find buildings, classes, nearest bathroomsandevenmicrowavesontheentireUNSWCampus!

AccessingTextbooks

It is recommended to access a hard copy version of your textbooks as it allows you to annotate andmakenotes,butitisamatterofpersonalpreference.

However, it may be difficult to carry around a physical copy to and from your classes, and may alsobeexpensivetopurchasehardcopies.

Ifyouprefernewhardcopies

New hard copies of textbooks are available to purchase from the UNSW Bookshop. Follow the linkhere:

https://bookshop.unsw.edu.au/textlist.html

IfyoupreferEbooks

EbooksarealsoavailablefromtheUNSWBookshop.

Ifyou’dliketopurchasesecondhand

You can also purchase textbooks second hand through any friends in higher grades, or by findingasecondhandbookseller.TheUNSWLawTextbookFacebookGroupisagreatplaceto startlookingforsellers.Itcanbeaccessedthroughthebelowlink:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/154972171333330

Ifyouprefersoftcopies

Ifyouonlyneedsoftcopies,thenyoucanbuyaversionfromUNSWBookshop.

TypesofAssessmentsatLawSchool

The different assessment types you will encounter during your time in law school include (but arenotlimitedto):

AssessmentofClassParticipation(‘CP’)

ProblemQuestions

Essay

Class Participation

Most classes in law school, particularly those in first year, have a big focus on encouraging class participation from students, and attribute this to around 10-20% of your final mark for that course.

CP assessment is designed to encourage students to prepare thoroughly by engaging with the material in advance. It offers opportunities to demonstrate understanding, contribute to discussions,developcriticalthinking,andrefineoralcommunicationskills.

Whilst it may seem daunting to speak in front of your class, especially in the beginning of your lawschooljourney,itisimportanttokeepontopofyourreadingsandclassworktoensureyou areabletoconfidentlyandregularlyparticipateinclassdiscussions.

Classparticipationvariesdependingonthelecturer,butmostlookoutfor:

Qualityofcontributionsratherthanquantityofcontributions

Willingnesstoparticipateinclassdiscussions

CPincludesbutisnotlimitedto:

Offeringanobservationbasedonthereadings

Posingapertinentquestion

Volunteeringathoughtfulresponsetosomeoneelse’scommentorquestion

Sometimes, engagement in online modules on Moodle can also count towards participation marks.

Problem Question

Problem questions are a fundamental form of assessment in law school, designed to simulate real-life scenarios faced by practicing solicitors. In these assessments, students are presented with a set of facts and are tasked with advising a hypothetical client on a legal issue. This requires the application of legal principles, the exercise of sound judgment, and the evaluation of facts within the framework of the law learned in class.

Whilst there is usually more of a focus on problem questions in your Final Exams, the lecturers still assign a good portion of your mark to the Essay.

In your Essay, you must make sure you adequately answer the question. It is impossible to pass without providing your answer to the question put forward. For this reason, it is important to note copy off a pre-typed response, and to make sure that your answer is adapted to fit the specific wording and requirements of the question.

Your lecturers are looking for how well you:

Demonstrate critical analysis of key ideas and principles

Explain the interactions and interrelationships between various ideas and principles

Go beyond standard interpretations to present innovative and unique perspectives

Incorporate evidence to support your arguments

Engage with the question

Tools,Tips,andInsights to Survive Your First Year

Starting law school can feel overwhelming, but having the right tools and strategies can set you up for success. This section provides an overview of key programs and resources designed to support your academic journey, along with tips from current students.

The following resources are tailored to improve your study techniques, connect with peers, or prepare effectively for exams. Take advantage of these opportunities to make the most of your law school experience.

TRAP

TRAP

TRAP

Study Skills WOrkshop

WhatIsIt?

The Study Skills Workshop is a dedicated session aimed at helping first-year law students acclimate to the academic demands of law school. It will involve strategies on how to effectively complete your readings, including the best note taking practices and tips for reading cases. It will also provide an overview of the key types of assessments encountered throughout your studies, including class participation, case notes, problem questions, and essays. The workshop will also cover techniques to excel in these assessments, offering insights intoeffectivestudyhabits,timemanagement,andexampreparation.

WhyIShouldAttend:

Gainaheadstartinunderstandinglawschoolexpectationsandassessmentformats.

Learnpracticaltipstostructureanswers,maximizemarks,andimprovetimemanagement

Clarifyanyconcernsyoumighthaveaboutstudyinglaw

WhenIsIt?

EarlyTerm1

Briefing Buddies

WhatIsIt?

Briefing Buddies provides opportunities for 1st-4th year students to meet, mingle, and collaborate twice during a semester (before the midterm and final exam). It is a free-flowing event allowing students to gather in a centralised space, in order to discuss exam contents, waystoapproachtheexamormid-term,casenotesandstudytechniques.

WhyIShouldAttend:

Collaboratewithpeerstoshareknowledgeandclarifydoubts Gainnewinsightsintoexamapproachesandstudytechniques. Buildasenseofcommunityandreduceexamstressthroughpeersupport.

WhenIsIt?

Week10eachterm

End-of-term revision series

WhatIsIt?

Theend-of-termrevisionseriesisintendedtoprovideacomprehensivestudyresourceforeach course in preparation for final exams. Students who have previously excelled in each course will prepare an online lecture summarise the content learned in select courses and share tips on how to excel in its final exam. This initiative will also feature a trivia for selected courses towardstheendofyear.

WhyIShouldAttend:

Accesssummariesandexamtipsfromhigh-achievingstudents. Gainnewinsightstohelporganiseandenhanceyourexampreparation. Participateintriviatotestyourknowledgeandreinforcelearninginafun,interactiveway.

WhenIsIt?

Peer Mentoring

Run by UNSW LAW AND JUSTICE FACULTY

WhatIsIt?

The Law & Justice Peer Leader Program is available to Law & Justice dual degree students and JurisDoctor(JD)studentsinthefirstyearoftheirdegree.Theaimoftheprogramistodevelop yourunderstandingoflegalconceptsandskillsneededforthestudyofLaw&Justice.

Youcanexpecttomeetwithyourtutor,aseniorLaw&Justicestudent,foronehourperweek from Week 3. This is your opportunity to prepare for class participation, to deal with materials you find difficult and to practise your legal skills, such as case reading and statutory interpretation.

RegistrationsforthePeerMentoringprogramwillopeninyourcourse’smoodlepage.

Youcanfindfurtherinformationatwww.unsw.edu.au/law-justice/student-life/law-and-justicestudent-experience/peer-support-and-mentoring

WhyIShouldAttend:

Receivepersonalisedsupportfromseniorstudentswhohavepreviouslyexcelledinthe course.

Enhanceyourlegalskills,includingcasereadingandstatutoryinterpretationinevery course.

Buildconfidenceinclassparticipationandoverallacademicperformance.

WhenIsIt?

Week3toWeek9eachterm

IshratZamanI5thYearIEconomics/Law

ThePeerLeaderProgramisanexcellentwaytomeetfellowstudentsandimproveyour understandingoffirstyearcoursesinacomfortablesetting.Thesessionscanhelpyouenhance yourlegalskillsandprovidegreatopportunitiestoobtainadvicefromyourPeerLeaderon anythinglawschoolrelated!

Career compass mentoring program

WhatIsIt?

The Careers Compass Mentoring Program is a professional development initiative that matches law students with legal professionals who act as mentors to provide unique insights into their career possibilities. The program aims to develop student’s understanding of career pathways, networking skills, interview tips, and how to best maximise their years at university. Students will be carefully paired with mentors that best suit their career aspirations and interests both within the legal industry and beyond. Students also have the opportunity to elect to be mentored by professionals from varying diverse backgrounds, allowing students to gain insights into specific workplace challenges and help them overcome thesewithconfidence.

WhyIShouldAttend:

Start growing professional connections.

Explorecareerpathways. Gain tailored advice from legal professionals who align with your careerinterestsandaspirations.

MenteeapplicationsopenattheendofTerm 1, mentoring sessions held between Term 2 and Term 3, however your mentorships are lifelong! WhenIsIt?

tIPS FOR MAKING FRIENDS

Ethan Lee

2nd Year UG | Science/Law

Just put yourself out there and say "Hi!" because initiating contact is always the most difficult. It;s easy to be overwhelmed, but I'm certain that the people sitting across from you in LAWS1052 want to make some friends as well!

Christopher Kong

2nd Year UG I Commerce / Law

My best tip is going to as many events as possible on campus and go out of your way to meet new people even though it may be daunting.

Thomas Derui Zheng

3rd Year UG I Politics Philosophy and Economics / Law

Try as many new things as possible and get involved in as much as you can. You'll inevitably meet a lot of people and some of them will stick.

Marcus Lanch

2nd Year UG I Economics / Law

Sign up to everything! And don’t be scared everyone is in the same boat as you. Attend events, yap to everyone

Madeleine Morris

5th Year UG I Law / Science

Small things - strike up a conversation with the person sitting next to you in class! You are all in the same boat:)

Piper Laurie

3rd Year UG | Psychology/Law

Put yourself out there, most people are probably feeling the same as you.

Arabella Tavares

2nd Year UG | Advanced Science/Law

Go to first year Law Camp! That is where I met my closest law friends and I got to know a lot of people from my year group (as well as people from older years).

Alexander Lee

2nd Year UG I Arts / Law

Be open to take initiative and create relationships and connections, rather than waiting for them to come to you. Everyone in 1st year is in the same boat, so you’d be surprised with how many people will respond well to a friendly approach!

Meenal Janjua

3rd Year | Computer Science / Law

Go to events, join peer support, actively reach out! Making friends in uni becomes more of a solo/individual activity than group so be sure to put yourself out there ask people to go get dinner and be open to new experiences!

Will Martin

4th Year UG I Data Science and Decisions / Law

Have a go at one or more of the skills competitions (mooting, witness examinations, negotiations, etc). They’re so much fun and a great way to meet new people too!

tIPS FOR STUDYING LAW

Madeleine Morris

5th Year UG I Science/Law:

Recognise if you work better studying around people or by yourself - you don’t want to get in the habit of going to the library with people only to talk and get nothing done (I am extremely guilty of this!)

Ethan Lee

2nd Year UG I Science/Law

Store all your Word or Google Docs into one folder or file for each course, because the workload can increase unexpectedly throughout the term, so it's helpful to consistently organise your files throughout the term so your Finals prep is smooth! Also, as you do your readings, figure out how to colour-code your highlighting when reading cases and critical articles so it's easy to refer back to certain sections or judgments during class.

Christopher Kong

2nd Year UG I Commerce / Law

It is essential to manage your time effectively. From high school, you will have more free time outside of the classroom and planning your study time will help you in the long run.

Ishrat Zaman

5th Year I Economics / Law

Be organised and consistent – try to do your readings before class and making notes on the course material throughout the term will be useful once exam period eventually rolls around. Reach out to your lecturer or fellow students if you are struggling with a certain topic, they will usually be happy to help!

Will Martin

4th Year UG I Data Science and Decisions / Law

Take the time to make your own set of notes. The actual process of making your notes will be the surest way for you to get across all the content!

Piper Laurie

3rd Year UG I Psychology/Law

Do a bit every week starting with revision.

Arabella Tavares

2nd Year UG I Advanced Science/Law

Go to all the events you can and do the law competitions!! Go to first year Law Camp! That is where I met my closest law friends and I got to know a lot of people from my year group (as well as people from older years).

Thomas Derui Zheng

3rd Year UG I Politics Philosophy and Economics / Law

Stay consistent - studying law doesn't mean you have to make an exceptional effort each and every day. Completing your readings on time and having a reliable routine goes a very long way.

Meenal Janjua

3rd Year | Computer Science/Law

Start early. like asap, it’s hard you will struggle but recognise your achievements and work on being 2% better everyday rather than magically going from 0 to 100

Alexander Lee

2nd Year UG I Arts / Law

Organise your time throughout the week, by designating sufficient time to complete your readings prior to class. These small efforts really add up to ensuring good results in your mid term assessments and final exams.

Succeding in Succeding in your first-year your first-year courses courses

((LAWS1052) LAWS1052)

Introducing Law and Justice is the first of the foundational level core courses for the LLB degree. This course introduces studentstothehistory,operationandcontemporarydynamics of our legal system. It provides a grounding in the core legal skills necessary for successful study and practice, including legal research and writing; case analysis and critique; and the interpretation and application of statutes. All of these skills willcontinuetobedevelopedthroughyourLLBstudies.

Assessments

Ongoing:Classparticipation

Midterm:Take-homeCaseNote

Exam:InvigilatedandtimedProblemQuestionandEssay

EthanLeeI2ndYearUGILaw/Science

LAWS1052isalargelyaconceptualandintroductory overviewoftheAustralianlegalsystem,sotakenoteofthe broadconceptssuchasprecedent,socialjustice,andthe impactofthelawonFirstNationsPeoplesbecauseitwill whenyou'repreparingforyourFinalExam.Also,always trytospeakupwhenyougetthechancetoparticipatein classdiscussion,asyou'llberequiredtocontinuedoing thatthroughoutyourUNSWLawexperience!

IshratZamanI5thYearIEconomics/Law

ArabellaTavaresI2ndYearUGI Law/AdvancedScience Don'tbetoohardonyourselfif youdon'tunderstandlawschool rightaway.Understandingwill comewithtime:)

Cometoclasswithanopenmindanda willingnesstoengage!UseILJasanopportunity toadjusttothenewenvironment,gain confidencewithparticipatinginclassandtest outyourlegalresearchandwritingskills.

MadeleineMorrisI5thYearUGLaw/Science Don’tbeafraid!Yourfirstlawcoursedoesnot informthekindoflawstudentyouare.Itisa goodopportunitytotryoutdifferentstudy techniquesandmeetnewpeople(theperson sittingnexttoyoucouldbecomeyourbest friend!)

LAWS1052Tips

AlexanderLeeI2ndYearUGIArts/Law

IntroductiontoLawandJusticeisintendedto openourmindstothinklikelawyers.When beinginthisclass,stayopenmindedtodiffering opinions,andtrytoconsiderperspectivesand ideasthatyouwouldnotnormallyalignwith.

WillMartinI4thYearUGIData ScienceandDecisions/Law

ILJisagreatopportunitytoget accustomedtotheclassparticipation requirementsofstudyinglawat UNSW!Also,ifyoufindthatILJisabit allovertheplace,thatisverynormal!

ThomasDeruiZhengI3rdYearUGI PoliticsPhilosophyandEconomics/Law

Justembracethenewmethodoflearning. It'squitedifferenttohighschoolandthe mostimportantthingisnotnecessarilythe contentyoulearnbutadaptingtothe structureofhowyoulearn.

AnnabelLauI2ndyearUGI Commerce/Law

Don’tbescaredofspeakingup!Class participationcanbeintimidatingbut everybodyelseisjustastudenttoo.

Torts considers the part of the law of torts concerning liability to pay compensation for wrongfully caused injury, damage or loss, with an emphasis on liability caused by negligence, breach of statutory duty and nuisance. Both liability and remedies at common law and under the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW) are examined. Students are introduced to the complexities of interpreting statutory regimes, and their inter-relationship with common law precedent. The course critically examines the wider social implications of various approaches to compensating those who suffer personal injury, using some theoretical perspectives including law and economics, feminist theory and critical legal theory to do so.

EthanLeeI2ndYearUGILaw/Science Applicationiskey!Stayontopofyour flowchartsthroughoutthetermandgive yourselfenoughtimetogothroughpractice paperstoconsolidatehowyoucanadaptthe IRACstructuretounseenproblemquestions.

MeenalJanjua3rdYearUG ComputerScience/Law

Makeyourselfflowcharts!!Answer theweeklyquestionstheyhelpyou understandsomuchbetterandalso serveasaguide!!

MadeleineMorris5thYearUGScience/Law Tortsisthesecondlawsubjectyouwillstudy.I recommendmakingasmanyflowchartsforthissubject asyoucan-thetopicsyoulearnhavewelldefinedsteps soflowchartscanassistinunderstandinghow everythingfitstogether.Again,asyoursecondlaw subject,yourperformanceintortsdoesnotdefinethe kindoflawstudentyouaresodon’tbetoostressed out.Makesuretogetinvolvedincompetitionsand activities:)

LAWS1061Tips

AlexanderLeeI2ndYearUGIArts/Law

Makesureyoutaketimetounderstandeach elementandstepintheirsimplestform.Itiseasy toovercomplicateconceptsintorts,butby nailingthebasicsyouwillguaranteegoodresults inthiscourse.

AnnabelLauI2ndyearUGI Commerce/Law

Thecontentisalotmoremethodical thanILJsotrytomakenotes/flow chartsthroughouttheterm.Forthe essays,makesureyou’rekeepingtrack ofdifferenttheoreticalargumentsyou engagewith,whetheryouagreeor disagreewiththem.

ThomasDeruiZhengI3rdYearUGIPolitics PhilosophyandEconomics/Law

Spendmoretimerevisingeachelementof eachtort.Thesubjectitselfcanbereally formulaicandensuringyouhaveagood understandingofhoweachelementworkswill assistyougreatlyintheproblemquestions.

ArabellaTavares2ndYearUG AdvancedScience/Law

Don'tbeafraidtoaskforhelp,whether thatbefrompeersoryourlecturers.

PrinciplesofPrivateLaw PrinciplesofPrivateLaw

((LAWS1150) LAWS1150)

Whatwillyoulearn

This course introduces students to the basic elements and principles of private law. It begins by looking at what the term private law means, the sources of private law and how the different areas of private lawespecially property, contract, tort and unjust enrichment – relate to each other. The bulk of the course is spent on the topics of contract and property law. In both cases, the course provides an introduction to materials that are expanded upon in later subjects.

With respect to contract law, this course covers the formation of contracts and the doctrine of privity. Several other elements of contract law are dealt with later in the curriculum in Contracts. With respect to property law, this course considers the boundaries of the concept of property, as well as several of the rules with respect to the creation, transfer and protection of property rights. Again several other elements of property law are dealt with later in Land Law, and to some extent also in Equity and Trusts. The course also introduces students to two smaller topics: agency and equitable estoppel. As well as being closely related to contracts and property, these are two important areas of law for practicing lawyers.

Assessments

Ongoing:Classparticipation Midterm:Take-homeProblemQuestionandEssay

InvigilatedandtimedProblemQuestionandEssay

EthanLeeI2ndYearUGILaw/Science: PPrLcanfeelquitecontentheavy(and confusingatfirst),sohaveaquickskimof thekeytermslikeestoppelandagency undertheWeeklyMoodleClass subsectionstofamiliariseyourselfwith theseconceptsearlieron!

MeenalJanjua3rdYearUG ComputerScience/Law Startearly,useyoutube rundownstoyouradvantage!

MadeleineMorris5thYearUGScience/Law

HopefullyyoufeelmoresettledinUniversity. PPLisagreatopportunitytousetheskillsyou havedevelopedthroughouttheyear.Thecourse hasimportantcontentthatyouwillbuildonin lateryearssotrytostayontopofreadingsand reflectoncontentafteryouhavelearntit.

ArabellaTavaresI2ndYearUGI Law/AdvancedScience Makesuretokeepupwiththe readings!!

LAWS1150Tips

IshratZaman5thYearUGEconomics/Law

Makesurethatyouunderstandthesignificance ofeachcaseandknowwhichcasestoapplyina problemquestionscenario.Havingconcise summariesofrelevantlegislationandcasesfor eachtopicinthecoursewillbeveryhandy throughoutthetermandduringexams!

WillMartinI4thYearUGIDataScience andDecisions/Law

EvenmoresothanILJandTorts,this subjectissuperimportantformanyof thesubjectsyouwillstudylateron.

AlexanderLeeI2ndYearUGIArts/Law PrinciplesofPrivateLawseemsdauntingdueto theamountofcontentandconcepts.However, youcannegatethecomplexitybytakingyour timeunderstandingeachconceptonebyoneby themselves,ratherthantryingtounderstandall theconceptssimultaneously.

AnnabelLauI2ndyearUGICommerce/Law

Thecoursecoversabroadrangeoftopicsbut everythingoverlapssomakesureyoureallystay ontopofit.Youmightfeellikeyougotaway withskippingcontentforonelecturebutina fewweeksit’sboundtopopupagain.

Competitions Competitions

Mooting Mooting

Mooting is an exciting and engaging extracurricular activity which challenges students to practically engage with legal issues and mock-legal scenarios. In moots, two teams of two competitors compete in a simulated appellate-level court proceeding as barristers. You will be given a problem question (a factual scenario) for which you first prepare written submission based on legal research and application of the law to the fact scenario. You will then present your argument in front of judges.

Mooting is an incredibly rewarding experience which improves your legal research skills, ability to analyse legal scenarios, and oral presentation skills. The problem questions generally align with the topics learnt in class, and aim to supplement theoretical learning with practical application and advocacy. You will develop your ability to ‘think like a lawyer’, learn how best to navigate legal issues, think on your feet, and recognise the strengths and weaknesses in legal arguments.

Engaging in mooting is also an amazing social opportunity to meet those in your cohort and develop lifelong friendships.

Mooting is for everyone, no experience is required, so sign up for the Beginners Mooting Competition this term, available on the Law Society Facebook page, website, and the Brief (email newsletter).

2025BeginnersMootingDirectors

ThusandaDewamittaI3rdYearUGILaw/Economics

AnthonyMaI3rdYearUGILaw/CriminologyandCriminalJustice

AlexanderLeeI2ndYearUG Arts/Law

Mootingisthebackboneto improvingyourlegaladvocacy skills.Itisstructuredforstudents tobuildconfidenceinlegal research,writingandspeaking

WillMartinI4thYearUG

DataScienceandDecisions/Law Mootingissomuchfun,andan excellentwaytoimproveyour legalresearchandadvocacyskills inalow-pressurebutstill competitiveenvironment.

MeenalJanjuaI3rdYearUG Law/ComputerScience

Ifyou’readebater,andloveto arguethisisforyou,thestructure itgivesyouandtheskillsyou inherentlylearnaswellasjust perseverancearesopivotalto yourgrowth!

JennyRimI3rdYearUGICommerce/Law Ihighlyrecommendengaginginmooting competitions,asalthoughthiscompetitionmayfeel intimidatingwithalotofworkloadatfirst,it cultivatesessentialskillsforyourfuturecareerand providesanincreasedunderstandingofthecourse materialduringtheterm.Myfirstmooting competitionwasduringmysecondtrimesterwhere IwasstudyingTorts,wherethecompetitionallowed metoapplyandunderstandtheconceptscoveredin thecourse Thispracticalapplicationnotonly deepenedmyunderstandingbutalsohada significantpositiveimpactonmyacademic performance,allowingmetoreceivethehighest gradeIhadachievedsofar!

Skills Skills

IshratZamanI5thYearIEconomics/Law

UNSWLawSociety’sskillscompetitionsareagreatwaytodeveloplegal skillsincommunicationandadvocacy,whicharecriticalinthelegal profession.Asabonustothesepracticalbenefits,theyareveryfunto competein!

AlexanderLeeI2ndYearUGIArts/Law

Skillscompetitionsareagreatwaytochallengeyourselfandbolsterup yourresume.Theyallowyoutotestyourself,anddevelopyourreallegal skillsinrealsituations,allwhilstbuildingrealconnectionswithlikemindedlawstudents.

AngelaWangI2ndYearUGIDataScience/Law

IgreatlyenjoyedtheSkillsCompetitionsastheexperienceIgained actingasalawyerwasunlikeanythatcouldbeofferedinjustclassroom settings.Thesecompetitionsmarkedasignificantpartofmyfirstyear lawschoolexperienceandImetsomeofmyclosestfriendsthrough competing.

WhataretheSkillsCompetitions? WhataretheSkillsCompetitions?

Client interviewing is a scenario based competition where competitors aid a client in a legal matter as if they are in an initial consultation. This competition involves two partners assuming the role of solicitors, where they are given a one sentence 'memo' 48 hours prior to the round. This memo is often ambiguous and only outlines the general features of the client's legal issue which they then discuss in the 30-minute round.

EthanLeeI2ndYearUGILaw/Science

ClientInterviewingisanexcitingandfairlyrelaxedwaytodevelopyour oraladvocacyandverbalcommunicationskillsinsimulatedsettings. You'llgettoworkwithapartner(ofyourchoice)todeveloparapport anddevisecreativesolutionsforyourclient'sconcerns.

ArabellaTavaresI2ndYearUGIAdvancedScience/Law

Ididthiswithoneofmybestfriendsanditdidn'trequiremuchtime prep,butallowedmetodevelopinvaluablesoftskills.

JuliaMaikariI4thYearUGIArts/Law

IwouldrecommendClientInterviewingasitisanamazingwaytobuild yourconfidenceandproblemsolvingsinceyouaregivenminimal informationtopreparewithbeforewhichallowsyoutochallenge yourselfinareallyunique(andfun!)way!

AngelaWangI2ndYearUGIDataScience/Law

IwouldencourageeveryfirstyeartotryoutClientInterviewingasit allowsyoutogainexposuretothereal-worldexperienceoflawyerswho communicatewiththeirclientsandbuildyourowninterpersonalskills.

Mediation is a skills competition where a negotiating team utilises an independent mediator to facilitate creative solutions to a fictional dispute. In pairs, competitors are given a general and confidential fact scenario outlining the interests and desired outcomes of the client. Individuals are also able to compete as a single mediator where they aim to facilitate an open discussion between negotiating parties. In the 85-minute mediation, competitors are to secure an outcome most favourable to the interests of their client.

OscarSeifriedI4thYearUGIPolitics,PhilosophyandEconomics/Law

MediationisauniqueSkillsCompetitionsofferedbytheUNSWLaw Societywhichgivesyoutheopportunitytoshowcaseyournegotiating skillsandquickwit.Inthiscompetition,youandyourpartnertakeonthe rolesoflawyerandclient.Itisyourjobtofurtheryourclient’sinterestsin themediation.IparticipatedintheBeginnersMediationcompetitionin 2021andithaschallengedmeandsignificantlyimprovedmyconfidence, abilitytothinkonmyfeet,andproblemsolve.Gettinginvolvedwithskills comps(andparticularlymediations)isoneofthebestthingsyoucando atlawschool.

ArabellaTavaresI2ndYearUGIAdvancedScience/Law

Ireallylovedthiscompetitionbecauseitallowedmetoapplymyskills toapracticalsetting.PlusIgotodoitwithoneofmybestfriends!

A negotiation competition stimulates the core aspect of real-world negotiation sessions between lawyers and clients. Teams of two who represent opposing clients in a case, are briefed on the scenario and are required to discuss and present their interest and aims amidst often complex circumstances. Ultimately, each team aims to reach a satisfactory and fair solution that meets the interests of both sides within 50 minutes. After the negotiation is completed, teams are provided with 10 minutes to each reflect on the strengths and weaknesses displayed within the negotiations before the judge.

EllaRobinsonI3rdYearUGIArts/Law

Negotiations!It’slaid-back,socialandquitestraightforward.Itdoesn’tfeel likethere’stoomuchpressureinvolved,andyou’retestingyourabilityto reasonandcometoagreementsratherthanabsorbsubstantivecontent.

KylaRiveraI5thYearUGICommerce/Law

Iwouldrecommendparticipatinginanegotiationscompetitionwhich involvespartneringwithanotherstudenttoverseanotherpairin bringingaboutthebestoutcomeforbothoftheclientsinagiven problemquestion.It'sflexible,dynamicandfun!

ChristopherKongI2ndYearUGICommerce/Law

BeginnersNegotiationsfeelsalotlikeMockTrial,whereyouconduct ExaminationInChiefandCrossExamination!

Witness Examination is a mock trial competition that focuses on presenting, adducing and examining evidence based on a fictional scenario to prove a competitor's case. In the Beginners competition each team consists of two barristers and in the Senior competition each team consists of one barrister. Competitors conduct an examination in chief of their own witnesses as well as a cross examination of the other teams witness. Competitors also make Opening andClosingstatementstothecourt.UnlikeMooting,WitnessExaminationrelied more upon the competitor's skill of questioning a witness over legislation and caselaw.

AlexanderLeeI2ndYearUGIArts/Law

Thewitnessexaminationcompetitionisathrilling,excitingandeventful competitionthatimprovesyourlegaladvocacyandon-the-golegal problemsolving.Thepreparationfor,andtheactualcompetitionitself,is strategic,competitiveandentertainingforeveryonewhoparticipates.

ThomasDeruiZhengI3rdYearUGIPoliticsPhilosophyand Economics/Law

WitnessExamination!It'ssuchadynamicandsomewhat nerve-wrackingexperienceandistheclosestthingyou'llget inaskillscompetitiontoatrialexperience.

AnnabelLauI2ndyearUGICommerce/Law

Witnessexamination:WitExisanabsoluteblast,wouldhighly recommendstillvolunteeringasawitnessifyoudon’twantto compete.

SkillsEvents SkillsEvents

TheIntroductiontoSkillsWorkshopswillgothrougheachcompetition offeredbytheUNSWLawSociety,includingNegotiation,Mediation, ClientInterviewingandWitnessExamination.Theworkshopwillteach studentsabouthowthecompetitionruns,includingdemonstrationsby students.ThiseventwillbeheldearlyTerm1.

TheSkillsTrainingWorkshopswillgivefurtherinformationabouteach individualcompetition.Thiswillincludethepurposeofeach competition,tipsabouthowtocompeteaswellasdemonstrationand advicefromcompetitorswhohaveexceededinthecompetition.These workshopswillrunduringTerm1.

Eachskill(Negotiation,Mediation,ClientInterviewingandWitness Examination)hasinternalcompetitions.Foreachskillthereisa Beginner’sCompetition(forfirstandsecondyears),andaSenior’s Competition(forthirdyearsandabove).Fornegotiationwealsohavean intermediatecompetition(forsecondyears).Eachofthesecompetitions hasapracticeround,twocompetitiverounds,andfinalrounds!

ThesecompetitionsinvolvestudentsbeingselectedtorepresentUNSW andcompetebothnationallyandinternationallyagainstother universitiesinmediation,negotiation,witnessexaminationandclient interviewingcompetitions.

EthanLeeI2ndYearUGIScience/Law SignupwithFacebooktostayup-to-date withalltheLawSoceventsthroughoutthe yearfromSkillsCompetitionstosocial eventslikeLawCruiseandLawBall.

What events do UNSW Law studentssayyoushouldtry?

84.6%sayyoushouldparticipateinSkillsCompetitions

76.9%sayyoushouldattendLawCamp

69.2%sayyousignupforLawPlusmentoring

LawPlusMentoring

LawPlus is our Law Society’s student-run mentoring program. When you sign up, you will be introduced to a group of fellow first-year students, and two mentors from second year law and above. You’ll meet up together for one hour each week, participate in fun and exciting weekly challenges, with a chance to win prizes at the end of the term. You’ll also be invited to our LawPLUS Launch Party, a mid-term themed Trivia Night and a Closing Event to wrap up the program! Not only is it a great way to make friends and join the community of law students, it’s also a great way to get to know what law school is like from experienced older students. So what are you waiting for - sign up to LawPlus today! We can’t wait to meet you all ❤

2025LawPlusDirectors: ChloeOliver-Sjahry|2ndYearUG|Law/Commerce

DeniseWang|2ndYearUG|Law/AdvancedScience

MadeleineMorrisI5thYearUGILaw/Science

OurLawplusmentoringprogramistheperfect waytomeetotherfirstyears-it’swhereImet someofmybestfriendstoday.

EthanLeeI2ndYearUGILaw/Science JointheLawPlusMentoringProgrambecause it'sagreatwaytomeetyourfellowpeersand gaininvaluableadvicefromolderlawstudents onnavigatingyourfirstyear!

JD/PGMentoring

The JD/PG Impact Mentoring Program stands as the exclusive peer mentoring initiative tailored for JD and postgraduate students, strategically crafted to support a seamless transition into law school.

This program fosters a vibrant and inclusive environment where first-year students can connect with those further along in their JD journey. Through regular group meetings and social events, mentees have the opportunity to ask questions about their studies, gain insights, and build lasting connections with their peers.

Do not miss our Mentor Speed Connection event in T1! This exciting gathering is your chance to meet fellow mentees and connect with the mentors who will guide and support you throughout your first year in law school.

With structured activities, personalised mentoring sessions, and tailored guidance from our trained and senior mentors, the JD/PG Impact Mentoring Program at UNSW is dedicated to empowering you, as a mentee, to navigate your academic and professional journey with confidence and success.

MehaaIyerI2ndYearJD

LawBand

Law Band is an awesome way to utilise your musical talents, have fun and meet fellow musicians within the law faculty. The Law Society Band consists of UNSW Law students who perform a wide array of musical genres, from Rock to R&B, to entertain quests at various society events. No matter what instrument you play, musical experience or year level all are welcome to audition during early term 1. Keep an eye on the Law Society Facebook page for audition information and upcomingevents.Seeyouthere!

2025MusicDirectors: Le-AnnaNguyenandTonyLi

SportwithLawSoc

Sports events with LawSoc are great ways to stay fit while making friends. In my opinion, there's no better way to bond with people than over some friendly competition while complaining that you're unfit! I’ve made some good friends playing on randomly selected teams, because everyone is there in good spirits, wantingtohaveagoodtime.

Sport events at law society typically include gala days, a post-uni afternoon game followed by drinks or dinner, and involvement in charity runs and competitions, suchasCity2Surf,andtheWingsforLiferun.There'salwaysagoodvarietyofsports on offer too, including soccer, basketball, dodgeball, touch and oz-tag to name a few. The sports games usually cater for both competitive and social levels, making it a perfect opportunity for everyone to get involved! LawSoc also offers viewing events to sporting matches- which is a great way to still get involved if you prefer spectating.

Sports events with Lawsoc are especially important considering the levels of stress which often arise during term. LawSoc times events to make them convenient and a much-neededstudybreak!

2025 Sport Directors: Samuel Kim and Sebastian Kolsch

Social Events

LawCamp

KicktheyearoffwithablastatLawCamp!

LawCampistheannualorientationweekendforfirstyearstudentsandthebestway todiverightintothevibrantcultureofthelawschool.Guidedbyexperiencedolder law students, discover how to make the most of your degree. Join us for an unforgettable weekend where campees will forge lifelong friends over cherished memories.

2025EventsandSocialsDirectors:

ChristopherKongI2ndYearUGILaw/Commerce

EvaStewartI3rdYearUGILaw/Commerce

AnnabelLauI2ndYearUGILaw/Commerce

ArabellaTavaresI2ndYearUGI

AdvancedScience/Law

Thecampwasextremelywellrun(shout outtothe2024Events/SocialsDirectors+ Marie),funandentertaining.Iamsuper gratefulIwasabletogoandmakelifelong friendships

ChristopherKongI2ndYearUGI

Commerce/Law

GotoFirstYearLawCamp,Imetsomanyof mybestfriendsonlawcampandit'sagreat opportunitytogettoknowpeopleinyour cohort.

LawLaunch

For first year students, come reignite that feeling and excitement you have been chasing since Law Camp at our Law Launch Party. And for everyone else, get pumped for the new year by reconnecting with friends and making new ones too! Dance the night away at the spectacular venue and enjoy Law Society exclusive drink deals!

LawSocxSULSCruise

The UNSW Lawsoc x SULS cruise is one of the most highly anticipated events of the year where students of both UNSW Law and USYD Law can spend a night together on Sydney’s Harbour. This event allows students of both universities and all year groups to dress up, spend time with friends and hopefully make some new ones. This event caters to over 600 people featuring a DJ, photographer, food and drinks as well as an after party to look forward to! This event is usually held around the beginning of term 2 and is the perfect opportunity for students to start Trimester 2 off with an amazing night and new friends! 2025SocialsDirector:

LawBall

Both members and their friends outside of the Law Society can attend and join us for a magical evening over some drinks and delicious food. It will feature live bands, DJ, dancing and entertainment.

Law Ball is an amazing opportunity to socialise with peers from across different years and degrees and celebrate the year ’ s achievements with friends. It is the biggest event of the year and a great excuse to dress up with friends, dance and capture the night’s memories at the photobooths.

The ball is held at the end of the year with tickets available for purchase around the middle of the year, so keep an eye on the UNSW Law Society’s Facebook page for announcements. Tickets sell out quickly and you do not want to miss this enchanted sparking night of festivities, back and better than before!

2025EventsDirectors: ChristopherKongI2ndYearUGILaw/Commerce EvaStewartI3rdYearUGILaw/Commerce

AlexanderLeeI2ndYearUGIArts/Law LawBallisaneventforallUNSWlaw studentstodressup,gather,chat,eatand dancetomusic.Itoverallisagreatvibe, andauniqueexperiencethatallowsyouto haveablastwithyourfriendsandtake somegreatpictures!

AndOthers...

Whether you enjoy heading out, watching movies, going on adventures or dressing up, there is something for everyone! Keep an eye out for LawSoc’s Annual Pubcrawl, LawSoc goes to Vivid, Outdoor Movie Cinema Night and many more exciting events!

JD/PGSocialEvents

The Activities team for the JD/PG portfolio looks to promote students life balance, holding various events throughout the year. This year, the JD/PG cohort will encourage students to meet new people outside of the classroom, whether that be at our Welcome Drinks, Trivia Night, Career Panels, or our end of year ball. With a diverse cohort in mind, our events are designed to cater to a wide range of interests, so rest assured—there’s something for everyone. We’re here to listen and ensure your experience is both enjoyable and meaningful. We look forward to seeing you there and creating unforgettable memories together!

Other Opportunities Other Opportunities

Student Education Legal Group Student Education Legal Group

Student Legal Education Legal Group (SLEG) is a not-for-profit organisation founded by UNSW Law Students which is dedicated to equipping disadvantaged members of the community with the knowledge to understand, engage with and access the law. For over 40 years, we have collaborated with UNSW Law Faculty to deliver presentations on Criminal Law, Police Powers, Consent & Sexting, Cyberbullying, and Employment Law.

What sets SLEG apart is the opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact. By delivering these presentations to high school students, you ’ re not just teaching the law - you ’ re empowering young people to confidently navigate the legal system with an understanding of their rights and responsibilities.

2025

Co-Presidents:

Christopher Kong and Naz Hashemi Pour

TeaganNguyen3rdYearUGLaw/PPE

I am the 2025 Regional Coordinator which gives me the opportunity to achieve SLEG’s vision by engaging with regional NSW high school students, many of whom are Indigenous or low SES. With SLEG I educated and inspired disadvantaged young people by listening to their stories of the law and urging them to access tertiary education through the numerous scholarships and equity programs available to them. I was proud to make a significant and immediateimpacttothehundredsofstudentsSLEGempowers.

SLEG is recruiting Presenters in Term 1. Joining SLEG is an invaluable opportunity to: Attain AHEGS Accreditation (Extra-curricular credit on your university transcript); Refine your legal knowledge

Strengthen your communication skills

Contribute meaningfully to the community.

You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in our annual Regional Trip, where we travel to a regional NSW town and deliver presentations to local high schools for 3-4 days. In August 2024, we visited Tamworth, NSW.

VictorYan-3rdYearLaw/ComputerScience 2024OutreachCoordinator

SLEG'sannualregionaltripin2024wastoTamworthandwasmyhighlightoftheyear.Itwasso fulfillingtogivelotsofpresentationsovera4daytriptodifferenthighschoolsonavarietyof modules,andbeabletointeractwiththestudentsinsmallgroupsandheartheirthoughts.Itwas alsoareallygoodbondingexperienceforSLEGmembersandwebecamereallytight-knit afterwards.

University of New South Wales Law Journal

University of New South Wales Law Journal

The University of New South Wales Law Journal (UNSW Law Journal) is one of Australia's leading academic legal journals and one of the few to be produced entirely by a voluntary student board. It is the flagship publication of the UNSW Faculty of Law & Justice and one of the most widely cited legal reviews in Australia. Attracting leading domestic and foreign legal minds as contributors, the Journal is a high-quality legal publication canvassing a variety of issues relevant to both the legal profession and the wider community.

2025 Executive Editor of the UNSW Law Journal

Blinding lights. Your ears are roaring. Your heart is racing. There's cheering. All your friends around you on stage have wide smiles on their faces and your family's waving at you from the audience.

Soundsenticing?

Everyyear,LawRevueSocietyputsona3nightshowofacting,singing,anddancingwithalive band!

Weparodyfamousmoviesandshows,andpokeatcontentlearntinLawSchool.

2024:KungFuMemoranda

2023:Barbie,LifeintheJailhouse

2022/21:NoCrimetoLie

2019:TheChillingAdventuresofSubpoena

2018:TheBachelawyer

To craft this show, we have producers, directors, cast, portfolio heads and subcommittee members whowrite,organise,andorchestratetheshow.

Being a first year can be daunting, but joining Law Revue is an excellent way to meet new and older students, grow more confident, expand your skill set, and most importantly, HAVE

WellbeingandSupport WellbeingandSupport

WellbeingWarriorsisanamazingwayto interactwithLawSocasafirstyearasyou'll collaboratewithyouramazingdirectors andotherlawstudentsonwell-being initiativessponsoredbyfirms,whereyou canmeetnewpeopleandworktogether onmindfulnessworkshops!

Howdoesitfeeltoenteruniversity?Whatdoyouwanttoachieveduringyourtimehere?Howwillyou balancestudiesandothercommitments?Whatkindofsupportwillyouneedtogrowandsucceed?

Whateveryouranswersmaybe,weareheretoguideyoutowardsyourgoals.Nicetomeetyou-weare AngelinaandLauren,your2025WellbeingDirectors!

OurPortfolio

UNSW Law Society’s Wellbeing Portfolio promotes the wellbeing of law students through regular, fun, and uplifting events. The aim of our events are to improve your wellbeing, raise awareness surrounding mental health, and strengthen the sense of community at UNSW Law.

OurEvents

LawSoc runs countless, amazing events all year long. But, here are the main takeaways when it comes to tuning into your wellbeing.

Wellbeing Week (Week 7 of each Semester) - A week jam-packed with engaging events designed to relieve you of all mid-term stress. From paint ‘ n sips to movie screenings to brunch bars to trivia nights, we ’ ve got you covered.

Wellbeing on Wheels (Week 10 of each Semester) - Does finals week have you stressed? Let us turn that around with our much-needed care packages, delivered straight to your study desk in the Law Library all week long!

Wellbeing in the Wild - But remember, wellbeing isn’t just for the stressful moments – it’s something to nurture every day. That’s why we have Wellbeing in the Wild! A video series, where we go exploring through UNSW Law to interview students and staff, take a peek into LawSoc’s events, and raise awareness on all things wellbeing and mental health. Find us on the LawSoc Instagram page! We are also excited to announce that to kick off this year LawSoc will be running its first-ever Book Fair, and surprise… it’s already begun! We invite you to bring in any or all of your unused books at home to the LawSoc Office before 5 March 2025. Between 6 March 2025 and 7 March 2025, you will then have the opportunity to browse through a collection of books and take a few home for your personal reading. All remaining books will be donated to local charities and schools. So, don’t miss out!

WhyShouldYouAttendOurEvents?

Starting law school at UNSW is an exciting but challenging journey, and maintaining your wellbeing is essential for not just surviving but thriving over the next 5+ years. Balancing your studies with regular exercise, sufficient sleep, and social events supports both your mental health and your academic performance.

It is completely normal to feel overwhelmed so don’t hesitate to reach out or seek help when needed - UNSW offers many resources to guide you through this transition.

So where do we fit in with this? We promote the wellbeing of law students at all stages of their degrees by creating interactive and engaging events throughout the year. These events have been created to help you destress and provide opportunities to practice mindfulness whilst socialising. Whether it’s to paint with your friends, grab some free food or spend some mindful alone time, we hope to see you there!

All the best,

2025 Wellbeing Directors

Lauren Chau I 3rd Year UG I Law/Social Work (Hons)

Angelina He I 3rd Year UG I Law/Commerce

Resources Resources

The UNSW Student Support team is a go-to for advice when you need it. They are here to help and provide advice on anything you may be struggling with from personal wellbeing, academic performance to questions about special consideration and visas. Visit https://www.student.unsw.edu.au/advisors for drop in sessions or to book longer consultations.

The UNSW Health Service provides us with an on-campus GP service. Your GP will listen to everything you’d like to share with them and can help guide you or connect you with other mental health services like psychologists. They offer face to face and telehealth appointments which are free for all domestic students and can be bulk billed for international students Book an appointment here: https://www.student.unsw.edu.au/health/appointment.

UNSW also provides confidential counselling services free of charge for all UNSW students. Visit https://www.student.unsw.edu.au/mhc to complete an online form to have an appointment arranged for you.

UrgentHelp UrgentHelp

NSWMentalHealthLine 1800011511

TheMentalHealthLineisagreatplaceto startifyoudon’tknowwhotoreachoutto whenyourealiseyouneedhelp.Mental healthprofessionalswillhelptoguideyou tothebestplaceforyoutoreachouttofor help.

Lifeline 131114

Lifelineprovidesfree,24-hourphonesupportand 24-hourchatservices.Volunteersprovidesuicide prevention,supportandassistanceandarethereto helpyouandlistentoyouwhenyouneedit.

BeyondBlue 1300224636

BeyondBlueoffersfree24-hourphonesupportfrom trainedmentalhealthprofessionalsforanyissuesor concerns,nomatterwhattheyareandwillalsoguide youinthenextstepsinreachingoutforhelp

1800RESPECT 1800737732

Free24/7supportservicetohelp thoseimpactedbydomestic,family orsexualviolence

MadeleineMorris 5thYearUG Law/Science

Maketimeontheweekendstospendtime withmyfamily.Alsolawband-Ilovemusic sothebandisalwaysthebestpartofmy week.

ArabellaTavares 2ndYearUG AdvancedScience/Law

Makesuretosurroundyourselfwith friendsandpeoplewhobringyouup andalwaysmaketimeforthethings youlove:)

EthanLee 2ndYearUG Law/Science

Don'ttreatlawschoollikeafull-timecommitment --giveyourselftheopportunitytosocialiseortry outthosehobbiesandsportsyouputoffinhigh school.Dedicatingtimetofinishyourreadingsand studyingisequallyasimportantassettingaside timeforyourselftorelaxtopreventburnoutand undulystressthroughoutthetrimester.

ThomasDeruiZheng 3rdYearUG PoliticsPhilosophy andEconomics/Law

Onethingtobalancelawschooland yourpersonalwellbeingisphysical activity.Haveavarietyofdifferentgo-to activitiestokeepyourmindengaged andtopreventburnout.

TipsonBalancingLawSchoolandWellbeing TipsonBalancingLawSchoolandWellbeing

WillMartin 4thYearUG DataScienceandDecisions/Law

Makesureyousetasidetimeeveryweek todothingsyoulove.Lawschoolis busy,butitisalsoalotmoreflexible thanschool,soyoucandefinitely maintainbalanceifyouwantto!

MeenalJanjua 3rdYearUG Law/ComputerScience

Balanceandprioritisefriendships!Also activelylearnwhatyourownsignsof burnoutare!

AlexanderLee 2ndYearUG Arts/Law

Makingsurethatyoudedicatetime tohangoutwithfriends,exercise, andrelax.Takingtimeoffofyour studiesismuchneededtomaximise productivity.

Anonymous 3rdYearJD Law

IfyouseetheUNSWDogs,please feelfreetogivethemapat,takea photoandsayhello.Theyare hardtofindoncampus,sowhen youdomeetthem,makesureyou makethemostofyourtimefor maximumfloofandhappiness. TheyarealsotheLawDogs!

MelanieD’Cruz 2ndYearUG Law/PsychologicalScience

Imakeitapracticetotryandhangoutwiththe peopleclosetomeatleast1-2timesaweekormore whenit’snotduringfinals.IdoboxingonSundays andtrytogotothegymwhereIcanduringthe week-it’sablessingtomymentalhealth.

Law school is challenging, and it can be difficult to navigate the demands that it can bring, especially if you live with a disability, illness, mental health condition or socioeconomic disadvantage. However, there are various support services available at UNSW for people who face these access barriers, such as Equitable Learning Services (ELS), Special Considerations, StudentSupportAdvisors,andUNSWPsychology&Wellness.ThecommunityatUNSWLaw shareallkindsoflivedexperiencessoknowthatyouarenotalonewhenreachingoutforhelp andtherearemanyavenuestoaccessthesupportyouneed.

The Equitable Access Guide, published by the Law Society, outlines the resources available to support you in your law school journey. Whether you know you might need some more support, require support later down the road, or are just curious as to the options out there, thisAccessGuideisforallstudents.Insideyouwillfindacomprehensivesummaryofthesteps youneedtotaketoensureyoucanthriveatlawschool,andwhotocontactintimesofneed.

BronwynDyerI5thYearUGIPsychology/Law: ELS

If you live with a disability, chronic illness, mental health condition or are a primary carer, ELS is a free and confidential service that can support you to succeed at university through the provision of educational adjustments. They can provide a variety of services depending on specific circumstances and the nature of your health condition. Some examples include exam provisions, a note-taking service, assistive technology (both in-class and for exams), alternative formatting, and additional classwork support.

SpecialConsideration

Special consideration is a process that assesses the impact of short-term events that were beyond your control (exceptional circumstances) on your performance in a particular assessment task or exam. These circumstances can include short-term illness or a flare-up in a chronic illness, unexpected t religiouscommitments,ortec

UNSWPsychology&Wellnes

UNSWPsychology&Wellnes health support through referr important to remember that help or asking for any adjustm you need to succeed at uni reachingout!

StudentSupportAdvisors

UNSW has many other services such as Student Support Advisors who can provide personal support for students in areas including professional development, financial management, personal and health issues, international studentsupportandstudysupporttohelpstudentsnavigate, engage,andsucceedatuniversity.

Meet Meet

The Cabinet The Cabinet

PRESIDENTS PRESIDENTS

MadeleineMorris 5thYearUG Law/Science

WhatdoesthePortfoliodo?

MatthewKuk 4thYearUG Law/Commerce

presidents@unswlawsoc.org

The Co-Presidents serve as visionary leaders, jointly responsible for shaping and steering the direction of LawSoc in 2025. Acting as vital connectors, the Presidents' portfolio bridges the diverse facets of law school life by fostering relationships with the UNSW Law and Justice Faculty, professionals across the public and private sectors, and the broader UNSW community. Through strategic partnerships with sponsors and a commitment to collaboration, the Presidents' portfolio strives to provide a comprehensive range of opportunities aimed at enhancing the professional, academic, and personal development of UNSW Law students.

WhatarethebestwaystogetinvolvedwithLawsoc?

Stay open-minded! Starting law school can feel overwhelming, but LawSoc offers endless opportunities to support your holistic growth. Whether it’s joining academic workshops, competing in skills competitions, attending careers fairs, or participating in social events, make the most of every opportunity that comes your way and embrace all that LawSoc has to offer!

Be yourself and welcome others! LawSoc is more than a student society—it’s a vibrant community. The connections you build here can become some of your closest friendships.

Share laughs, navigate late-night group study sessions, and treasure the experiences that make law school truly memorable—it’s all worth it!

The Secretariat is responsible for internal governance and compliance for the Law Society. We collaborate closely with the Co-Presidents, Cabinet members and the Executive to ensure that the Law Society remains in compliance with its Constitution, Regulations and other statutory requirements.

Treasury Treasury

The Treasury portfolio is UNSW LawSoc's financial management team, handling day-to-day operations such as reimbursements. It is also in charge of LawSoc's financial planning and investment decisions. In addition, the Treasury handles ACNC and ATO financial and tax matters.

Activities Activities

WhatdoesthePortfoliodo?

The Activities Portfolio is responsible for organising social events for LawSoc members, with an aim to promote a sense of communityandcamaraderiebothwithinandoutsideofLawsoc.

Activities run some of the Society’s major events, from the decadent annual Law Ball to the famous First Year Law Camp. However, the Activities Portfolio also extends into a variety of casual weekly programs, including social sports competitions, LawPLUS mentoring for first years, the Law Society Band and manymore!Theseprogramsareallequallyasinstrumentalin

achieving the goals of the Activities Portfolio. With such a wide variety of events, the Activities Portfolio aims to cater for every studentinUNSWLawSociety.

HowToGetInvolved

Attendsocialevents

Jointhelawband!

Signuptosportingevents

EnrolasamentororleaderinourLawPlusprogram orFirstYearLawCamp

Jointheportfolioasadirector

Engageandboosteventsonsocialmedia

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FirstYearLawCamp

LawBallandBand

LawCruise

LawPlusMentorprogram

Intervarsitysportingevents

YvonneLin 3rdYearUG

Law/Commerce

activities@unswlawsoc.org

Administration Administration

WhatdoesthePortfoliodo

The Administration Portfolio serves as the bridge connecting students to LawSoc, ensuring that all communications and activities uphold the high quality and standards of LawSoc’s initiatives while building a strong sense of community. Our aim is to keep you informed and engaged through newsletters, social media updates, podcasts,exclusiveoffers,andbrandedmerchandise!

HowtoGetInvolved

Stay Connected: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates on events, initiatives, and publications. Don’t miss out on exciting news and opportunities to get involved. Listen to InCites Podcast: Tune in to our podcast for valuable insights, entertaining conversations, and a behind-the-scenes look at student life.

AudreyTruong 3rdYearUG

Law/SocialScience(Politics andInternationalRelations) admin@unswlawsoc.org

Share Your Feedback: We want to hear from you! Your feedback directly shapes our decisions andensureswe’remeetingyourneeds.

TopEvents

O-Week Stall: Sign up on SpArc to become a LawSoc member and follow us on social media for event updates and giveaways. Don’t miss your chance to snag some limited-edition O-Week merchandise.

Winter Merch Drop: Look out for the launch of our LawSoc hoodies, sweaters, and more at the endofTerm1.Followusonlineforthelatestupdatesandexcitingreleasedetails!

JuneKim

4thYearUG Law/Arts education@unswlawsoc.org

HowtoGetInvolved

Education Education

WhatdoesthePortfoliodo?

The Education Portfolio supports the academic and professional development and positive wellbeing of all students through a range of workshops, publications and initiatives. Law school can be challenging and difficult at times but whether you're a first year navigating ILJ and learning about AGLC referencing for the first time or a final year student on the cusp of graduating, the Education Portfolio has a tailored approach to meet your needs. We’re heretomakeuniversitylifethatlittlebiteasier.

We recommend that you attend the First Years Study Skills Workshop held at the beginning of Term 1, and then come to a Briefing Buddies session or two throughout the year. Apply and join the Education Subcommittee to be actively involved in enhancing other students' university experiences and join the Careers Compass Mentoring Program to be paired with an industrymentortogaininsightintofuturecareerpathways.

WellbeingPicnic EveningwithaJustice TopEvents

CareersCompassMentoringProgram

BriefingBuddies

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WhatdoesthePortfoliodo?

The International Portfolio focuses on addressing the needs of international law students and bringing international opportunitiestoallUNSWlawstudents.Ouraimistoprovide international career and networking opportunities to both domestic and international students, whether at law firms overseas,inpubliclaworinnon-legalfieldsabroad.

HowtoGetInvolved

Volunteer for our flagship event - the Asia-Pacific Law Careers Fair! It's a great opportunity to connect with solicitors and hiring representatives from major Asian law firms.

Attend our social events, including our Welcome Drinks and Ball.

Connect with us on our social media accounts (especially ourWeChatandXiaohongshu)

Participate in our International Buddy Program, either as a menteeormentor.

TopEvents

Asia-PacificLawCareersFair

InternationalxJD/PGWelcomeDrinks

InternationalxJD/PGBall

InternationalStudentsBuddyProgram

InternationalEmploymentWorkshop

international@unswlawsoc.org

JamesHuang 2ndYearJD jdpg@unswlawsoc.org

HowtoGetInvolved

uris uris doctor/post doctor/post graduate graduate

The JD/PG portfolio aims to provide postgraduate law students a holistic law school experience by facilitating social activities, career nights, and mentoring focused initiatives. The core objective of this portfolio is to provide events that cater for JD and LLM students, allowing students in these shorter degrees everyopportunitytobeinvolvedinthelawstudentcommunity.

We strongly encourage those to join us for Welcome Drinks at the start of T1 and T3, giving incoming students the opportunity to meet others in their cohort in a relaxed environment. The JDPG portfolio will be holding a wide range of activities throughout the year to give students opportunitiestomeetnewfriendsoutsideoftheclassroom.

TopEvents

JD/PGxInternationalWelcomeDrinks

JD/PGxInternationalBall

JD/PGMentoringPrograms

AftertheJDCareerPanels

InternationalStudentSocialNight

mooting mooting

WhatdoesthePortfoliodo?

The Mooting Portfolio organises UNSW's internal competitions (Beginner, Intermediate, Senior and Open Mooting) and also facilitates the selection and supervision of UNSW's external mooting teams, who compete nationally and internationally. It also hosts training workshops and provides resources and materials to aid students in improving their advocacy,legalresearchandpracticalskills!

HowtoGetInvolved

Sign up to Beginners Mooting, a competition exclusively for first years. Registration will take place in early T1, and will be advertised on Facebook, via the Brief and on the UNSW Law Society website.

Watch the demonstration moot at O-Week to catch real mootinginaction!

Attend the introduction to mooting workshops in Week 2 ofT1

TopEvents

BeginnersMooting OpenMooting

DemonstrationMoot

IntroductoryWorkshops

ExternalMootingCompetitions

mooting@unswlawsoc.org

pRIVATE lAW pRIVATE lAW CAREERS CAREERS

WhatdoesthePortfoliodo?

The Private Law Careers Portfolio is dedicated to supporting students at all stages of their legal education who are interested in pursuing a career in the private law sector. This portfolio collaborates with various sponsors to plan and implement skills workshops, networking events, and other significant activities throughout the year.

HowtoGetInvolved

To get involved with the PLC Portfolio, attend the numerous events we organise all year-round. The PLC portfolio also offers Volunteering opportunities at keynote events, which can deepen your understanding of the private law career landscape, and allow you to network with firm representatives.

TopEvents

PrivateLawCareersFair

ClerkshipCocktailEvening

ClerkshipBuddyMentoringProgram

SeriesofFirmPresentation

CVandInterviewSkillsWorkshop

JasmineLai 4thYearUG

blic interest blic interest CAREERS CAREERS

WhatdoesthePortfoliodo?

The Public Interest Careers portfolio provides students with insights into the versatility of a law degree and the non-corporate career opportunities available. Through our events and publications, students are able to hear from and network with professionals and get the latest on opportunities in criminal law, human rightslaw,governmentandmore!

Law/PsychologicalScience

publicinterestcareers@unswlawsoc.org

HowtoGetInvolved

The best way to get involved with Public Interest Careers is by attending the many events we holdthroughouttheyear.Forourlarger-scaleevents,getatasteofbeingadirectorbyapplying tobeavolunteertoassisttheportfolioontheday!

CareersinCriminalLawNight HumanRightsConference PublicInterestCareersFair TopEvents

WhatdoesthePortfoliodo?

Publications crafts guides and brochures on behalf of Law Societies portfolios. We give life to many of the portfolio's initiatives, such as Private Law Careers Guide, Wellbeing Guide and the guide you are readingnow!

HowtoGetInvolved

You can find a multitude of useful information in Law Societies' publications, from advice on how to best manage your time in law school to collections of key dates for your dream clerkship! Search 'UNSW Law Society Publications' on Google and find our page on issuu.com/unswlawsociety to view our vast collection ofguidesandbrochures!

publicationsteam@unswlawsoc.org

SophieThompson 4thYearUG Law/Arts

skills@unswlawsoc.org

skills skills

WhatdoesthePortfoliodo?

The Skills Portfolio provides UNSW Law students with the opportunity to develop their oral and written communication, critical thinking, problem solving and teamworkbeyondtheclassroom.

The portfolio runs both Internal and External (Intervarsity) Competitions in four key areas; Negotiation, Mediation, ClientInterviewingandWitnessExamination.

To sign up to competitions, workshops and panel events, please monitor your emails for the weekly Brief from the UNSW Law Society as well as Facebook events posted on the UNSW Law SocietyDiscussionForum. TopEvents HowtoGetInvolved

To assist/start your Skills journey, you are encouraged to attend the Introduction to Skills Workshop in early Term 1 as well other demonstrations, and training workshops provided by theportfolioforeachindividualcompetition.

IntroductiontoSkillsWorkshops(earlyTerm1).

Training workshops for each competition - Negotiation, Mediation, Witness Examination andClientInterviewing(Term1).

Internal competitions available to both Beginners and Senior Students for each of the four competitionareas(Term1toTerm3).

External Competitions - both nationally and internationally e.g. Cross Examination Moot, Transatlantic Negotiations Competition, Asia Pacific Mediation Competition (Term 1 to Term3).

UNSW IV - allows for advanced students to compete in Negotiation, Client Interviewing and Witness Examination with well renowned universities to further enhance their skills (Term2Holidays)

social ustice social ustice

WhatdoesthePortfoliodo?

The SJ portfolio advocates for the marginalised law community by providing practical opportunities to get involved in volunteering and giving back. It also aids students seeking information regarding career streams such as human rights law, environmental law and law reform through panels and conferences.

HowtoGetInvolved

The best way would be to engage fully with our initiatives, whether this be asking questions for our panellists, attending a policy submissions workshop or contributing to our publication

— Run the World Newsletter. We are also hosting the Volunteering Drive this year where students will have the opportunity to volunteer at different organisations and learn moreaboutgivingbacktothelegalcommunity.

TopEvents

HumanRightsConference

CourtofConsciencePublication

QueerTriviaNight

RuntheWorldNewsletter

HumansofUNSWLaw

AnnonaDas

3rdYearUG

Law/Science

socialjustice@unswlawsoc.org

First-year First-year bucket list bucket list

GotoLawCamp

Attendstudy-skillsworkshop

HavelunchatAlumniLawn

RegisterforLawPlusmentoring

Participateinamootingcompetition

Participateinaskillscompetition

RegisterandattendaPeerMentoringsession

AttendWellbeingWeek

GotoLawSocxSULScruise

GotoLawBall

ReadaUNSWLawSocietypublication

AttendaCareersFair

MeettheUNSWambassadordogs-JasperandLuka

AttendBriefingBuddies