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The UNSW Law Society is the peak representative body for all students in the Faculty of Law. Some of the key parts include:
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We seek to develop UNSW Law students professionally, personally and socially, helping students achieve their aspirations on their professional and personal paths. Nationally, we are one of the most respected student-run law organisations, attracting sponsorship from prominent national and international firms. The UNSW Law Society is proud to celebrate a rich diversity of students with a multiplici

ty of aims, backgrounds and passions. We seek to represent, support and enrich our diverse cohort through the great number of activities, publications and events the UNSW Law Society hosts every year. This allows the UNSW Law Society to enrich the student academic and social life, as well as providing career support and development. The UNSW Law Society has introduced a Social Media Policy to ensure that members can continue to benefit from our Social Media. All users of our Social Media platforms are to abide by this Policy. While encouraging rigorous, constructive debate and the sharing of diverse opinions, LawSoc expects Users to treat each other with respect and courtesy.
2. If you have a concern or complaint regarding your experience as a student of UNSW Law or UNSW more generally, you will endeavour to raise these issues through proper channels of the University, rather than LawSoc Social Media. Such issues may include, but are not limited to, enrolment and course administration issues.
3. The Administrators reserve the right to remove content that is in breach of the Policy and remove users who continue to breach the Policy.
4. If you find any content that is a potential breach of the Policy, please contact the LawSoc Co-Presidents, via email at [email protected]

For further information, please refer to the full Policy at, https://goo.gl/pfqsau.

07/09/2026

UNSW Law & Justice | Legal Aid (RRR) Summer Internship

Legal Aid (RRR) Summer Internship Program Information Session

Make a real impact through regional practice.

UNSW Law & Justice is offering six penultimate or final year law students the opportunity to undertake a three-week summer internship with Legal Aid NSW in Broken Hill, Dubbo or Wagga Wagga. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on legal experience while supporting communities with limited access to legal services.

Internships will commence from Monday 18 January and conclude on Friday 5 February. Students must be available to live and undertake the internship in one of the regional locations for the entire duration of the program.

The Faculty of Law & Justice will provide each successful intern with a $4,000 financial support payment to assist with living expenses including accommodation and travel.

To find out more, register to attend one of two information sessions

Thursday 24 September | 1.00 PM – 1.45 PM ( In-person only)
or
Thursday 6 October | 1.00 PM – 1.45 PM (Online only)

Register here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1999064849779?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/09/2026

UNSW Law & Justice | Career Advisor Sessions

Unlocking Opportunities | Securing your first legal role

Join UNSW Law & Justice Career Advisors Trina Robinson and Rachel Kok for an informative online session designed to help you take the first steps toward securing a legal role.

Monday 21 September | 6.15 PM – 7.15 PM
or
Wednesday 23 September | 6.15 PM – 7.15 PM

This session will cover:
* Legal career pathways
* Practical strategies to gain experience while studying
* Effective job search techniques
* Tips for crafting standout resumes and cover letters
* Interview preparation and success strategies

Preparation is key - equip yourself with the tools and confidence to launch your legal career.

While these workshops are tailored for pre-penultimate year law students (i.e. 1st/2nd/3rd year LLB and 1st year JD), all Law & Justice students are welcome to attend.

Register for an online session here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/unlocking-opportunities-securing-your-first-legal-role-tickets-1997663951655?aff=oddtdtcreator

04/09/2026

⚖️💐DIVERSITY IN LAW NETWORKING SHOWCASE💐⚖️

Celebrate Diversity Week with a special evening that will bring together the organisations and affinity groups helping to create a more inclusive, representative and equitable legal profession 🏆.

Join us at Corrs Chambers Westgarth for to connect directly with organisation representatives, learn about mentoring and professional development opportunities, explore pathways to involvement and build valuable networks across the legal community 👥.

🏛️ PRESENTING ORGANISATIONS 🏛️

Confirmed presenting organisations include ⚖️
- Asian Australian Lawyers Association
- UNSW Australian Human Rights Institute
- Pacific Lawyers Australian Network
- Pride in Law
- Women Lawyers Association of NSW
- UNSW Law Society
- and more!

📚 EVENT DETAILS 📚

📅 24 September
🕒 6:00 - 8:00 PM Networking drinks & canapés
🕒 6:30 PM Panel discussion
📍 Corrs Chambers Westgarth,
Level 37, 50 Bridge Street, Sydney

Whether you’re a student considering your future career or a legal professional passionate about diversity and inclusion, don’t miss this unique chance to engage with organisations driving positive change across the profession 🙌🏼 .

We look forward to seeing you there🫱🏼‍🫲🏾!

Please note, we kindly ask students only register if they are confident they can join us on the night, this way registered numbers are appropriately reflected on the day 😊.

🔗 REGISTER FOR FREE:

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/diversity-in-law-networking-showcase-tickets-1997810416736?aff=oddtdtcreator

30/07/2026

Federal Court of Australia | Inside the Courtroom: A Student’s Guide to the Federal Court

Justice Melissa Perry will present on the Federal Court, and outline the Court’s role in the judicial system, including a discussion on some of the Court’s national practice areas.
Alongside an experienced associate and other Court staff, Justice Perry will also speak to potential career opportunities within the Federal Court, with a focus on associateships, court positions suitable for law students and how to apply.

DATE: Monday 31 August 2026, 4:00-5:00pm

LOCATION:
Court 1, Level 21,
Law Courts Building, 184 Phillip Street,
Queens Square, Sydney

REGISTER HERE: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K6BXW5G

22/07/2026

UNSW Law & Justice | Student Community Awards 2026

Law & Justice Student Community Awards – Nominations Open Now

This is your chance to recognise final-year students who’ve gone above and beyond to make a difference during their time studying at UNSW.

Read more about the Law & Justice Student Community Awards here: https://www.unsw.edu.au/law-justice/student-life/law-and-justice-student-experience/student-community-awards

Criteria for nomination:
- Final year LLB, BCCJ and JD students
- On track to complete their degree program by the end of T2 2027
- Engaged in meaningful and impactful contributions to our community

Nominations close on Wednesday 12 August 2026

19/07/2026

Arnold Bloch Leibler | 2026/27 Melbourne Seasonal Clerkship Program

Applications are now open for Arnold Bloch Leibler's 2026/27 Melbourne Seasonal Clerkship Program.

At ABL, our Seasonal Clerkship Program provides a pathway into our graduate program and offers students the opportunity to gain meaningful exposure to commercial legal practice.

As a seasonal clerk, you'll work closely with partners, lawyers and graduates across a range of significant matters and practice areas. From day one, you'll be involved in active matters, gain direct client exposure, attend court hearings and develop practical legal skills, providing valuable insight into life as a graduate lawyer at ABL.

Applications close at 11:59 pm (AEST) on Sunday, 9 August 2026.

Apply now: https://www.abl.com.au/careers/seasonal-clerks/

If you have any questions about the process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Olivia Soligo, HR Business Partner at [email protected]

We look forward to receiving your application!

14/07/2026

UNSW Law & Justice | Student Community Awards Nominations

Law & Justice Student Community Awards – Nominations Open Wed 15 July.

This is your chance to recognise final-year students who’ve gone above and beyond to make a difference during their time studying at UNSW.

Read more about the Law & Justice Student Community Awards here: https://www.unsw.edu.au/law-justice/student-life/law-and-justice-student-experience/student-community-awards

Criteria for nomination:
• Final year LLB, BCCJ and JD students
• On track to complete their degree program by the end of T2 2027
• Engaged in meaningful and impactful contributions to our community

02/07/2026

Lander & Rogers | Sydney Clerkship Program

Applications for our 2026/2027 Sydney Clerkship Program are closing soon!

If you are a penultimate or final year law student, then we want to hear from you.

Our Clerkship Program is designed to give you a behind-the-scenes look into life as a lawyer within our practice groups. You will complete two four-week rotations, along with structured learning and development to set you up for success.

Looking to build real skills on real matters from day one? Find out more and apply here:

https://www.landers.com.au/careers/seasonal-clerkship-program

Be quick - applications close Sunday, 5 July at 11.59pm AEST.

02/07/2026

White & Case | 2026 Sydney Summer Clerkship

Are you looking to start your global legal career in 2027 or 2028?

A clerkship with White & Case introduces students to the realities of global law. As part of our four-week summer clerkship, you’ll undertake a range of meaningful and challenging tasks, connect with our people across Asia-Pacific and broaden your understanding of large cross-border transactions and disputes.

Applications for our 2026 Sydney Summer Clerkship are open until 12 July 2026.

For more details and to apply, visit: https://www.whitecase.com/careers/locations/australia/early-careers/welcome

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