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“There’s a saying in law that hard cases make bad law,” says Dr Colin Campbell. "Judges will sometimes do what they think is right in a particular case, but in doing that they will muck up the law." Numerous inquiries have uncovered widespread discrimination and exclusion against children at government schools around Australia. But the leading court case that dictates how the courts address this problem (and which judges around Australia are obliged to follow) is seriously flawed. 🎙️Just Cases podcast explains: http://ow.ly/ccK450vFavk #podcast #lawschool #disability

"In upholding Pell’s conviction, the Victorian Court of Appeal strongly affirmed the importance of the jury’s role in the criminal process," writes Dr Jamie Walvisch. "[A jury's] verdict should not be overturned lightly." ⚖️ http://ow.ly/rRlY50vF6F4 #Pell #auslaw

📆Monday 12 August | Melbourne CBD The largest-ever global survey of legal professionals has revealed startling rates of bullying and sexual harassment in the legal profession. The report, conducted by the International Bar Association, has found: - 1 in 2 women and 1 in 3 men have experienced bullying in the workplace; - 1 in 3 women have been sexually harassed; - Half to three-quarters of bullying and sexual harassment cases are not reported. How does the legal profession respond? Come to this free event, presented by the author of the report.

Apply the latest research and design techniques to solve real legal problems. Enrol now in Legal Tech Studio. "This course which brings in external industry experience and guest speakers, as well as the actual legal tech piece, gives students a hands-on pratical experience," says guest lecturer Evan Wong (CEO of Checkbox). Learn more + enrol here: bit.ly/Legal-Tech-Studio

Are you a final year law student or recent graduate? Arnold Bloch Leibler is currently recruiting outstanding law graduates to join their Melbourne office, with positions commencing in March 2020. ABL is a leading commercial law firm with expertise across a range of practices. 🎓As a graduate you will have the opportunity to work in Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Commercial, Property & Development, Banking & Finance, Competition, Taxation and Workplace Advisory. To learn more + apply please visit abl.grad.careers. 📅Applications close Sunday 18 August. Please note: Applications should be addressed to Hayley Brown, Human Resources Consultant + should include your CV, cover letter + academic transcript.

Congratulations to Ryan Attard - he's a finalist for Law Student of the Year at the Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards this Friday night! The Monash Law community is behind you Ryan 🙌📚✨

How can you adapt and thrive throughout your career? Get involved in Future Work, Future Leaders Week (26 - 31 August). Take a tour of future-focused companies, be part of inspiring discussions and workshops, on-campus film screenings and more. Learn more 📆 monash.edu/fwfl-week

KeepCup Happy Hour is coming to Cafe Nesso at Monash Uni Clayton Campus. ☕️ Free coffee for all new KeepCups purchased during Happy Hour. This is your opportunity to purchase a KeepCup and show your support for Monash’s goal to be disposable coffee cup free by 2021!