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May, 2012
	Melbourne JD Information Session Thursday, 17/05/12 6:00 PM
	Law & War Seminar - From Subjectivity to Material Practice - Men, Masculinities and the Private Military and Security Contractor Thursday, 17/05/12 6:00 PM
	Melbourne JD Sample Class: Mobile Phones and Math Programs: Consumer Protection Law in the Market Place Tuesday, 15/05/12 1:00 PM
	CCCS Seminar: Models of Democracy and Models of Constitutionalism in Latin America Tuesday, 15/05/12 5:30 PM
	'Turning Points: Remembering 'Koowarta v Bjelke-Petersen', 1982, 153 CLR 16' Friday, 11/05/12 9:00 AM IILAH, CCCS & CREEL will co-host two separate symposia to commemorate the anniversaries of Turning Points: Remembering Koowarta v Bjelke- Petersen (2012) & Remembering Cth vs Tasmania (2013).
	CREEL Seminar: Conversation on the EPBC Act Friday, 11/05/12 12:00 PM
	Panel Discussion - The Privatisation of War: How Can Private Military and Security Companies be Regulated? Thursday, 10/05/12 1:00 PM This panel will consider how international humanitarian law should be applied to private military and security companies when they deploy in or close to military operations.
	International Conversation Series: 'Regime Interaction in International Law: Facing Fragmentation In Conversation ' Thursday, 10/05/12 6:00 PM
	The Family & Child Law Research Group seminar Wednesday, 9/05/12 12:30 PM The Cummins' Report: What Will it Mean for the Children's Court?
	CCLSR Seminar - Public Views of the Morality of Insider Trading Wednesday, 9/05/12 1:00 PM CCLSR welcomes Stuart P. Green, Professor of Law at Rutgers School of Law, Newark, who will present findings from his co-authored paper, "Public Views of the Morality of Insider Trading"
	GLSA - Coffee Hour Discussions - John Chesterman Wednesday, 9/05/12 1:00 PM
	CMCL & ERRN (VIC) Joint Seminar: Election Talk: Issues in Election Communications Law and Practice in Australia, the United Kingdom and the Unites States Wednesday, 9/05/12 5:30 PM This presentation examines the response of three jurisdictions to these issues and from the perspective of deliberative democracy advocates a five element framework for the development of election communications law. Several superior court cases from each jurisdiction are assessed and the practice of election lawyers and regulators from across the three jurisdictions provide the basis of a socio-legal analysis of how election communications law is devised and practised.
	GLSA - Global Thinking Lecture Series - Professor Robyn Eckersley Wednesday, 9/05/12 6:30 PM
	CCCS Seminar: Democracy, Liberty and Displacement of the Prerogative Tuesday, 8/05/12 1:00 PM This seminar will explore the interaction between executive power and statute, by considering the approach the courts take to statutory displacement of the royal prerogative and the Commonwealth’s inherent executive power.
	Tips for Writing Legal Research Papers Monday, 7/05/12 5:30 PM Workshop on planning and writing a legal research paper.
	Fourth International Construction Law Conference: ‘Global Challenges, shared solutions.’ Sunday, 6/05/12 Registration is now open!
	PhD Completion Seminar by Peter Chambers (inconjunction with IILAH) Friday, 4/05/12 1:00 PM
	ERRN (NSW) Seminar: Democratic or Draconian? Recent Reforms to Political Funding in NSW Thursday, 3/05/12 5:45 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Establishing a Carbon Trading Program in China Through Regional Experimentation: Challenges and Prospects Wednesday, 2/05/12 1:00 PM Find out about the challenges and prospects of establishing a carbon trading program in China's regional areas.
	Melbourne JD Student Panel Wednesday, 2/05/12 6:00 PM
	National GST Symposium Tuesday, 1/05/12 8:45 AM The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and the University of Melbourne Law School are pleased to present the Institute’s inaugural National GST Symposium 2012.
April, 2012
	Changing the GAAR: Does Part IVA need to be changed? Tuesday, 24/04/12 5:30 PM This seminar brings together experts and interested parties to discuss proposed changes to Part IVA.
	'The Elusive Promise of Ethnodevelopment' Monday, 23/04/12 6:00 PM Professor Dianne Otto (IILAH, Melbourne Law School) will chair this IILAH Seminar and Drs Kirsty Gover and Mark McMillan will act as commentators to Professor Engle’s paper.
	GLSA - Global Thinking Lecture Series - Judge Rowan Dowing QC Thursday, 19/04/12 1:00 PM
	APCML/SOAS Symposium - Peacekeeping in the Asia-Pacific: Gender Equality, Law and Security Thursday, 19/04/12 1:30 PM The Symposium will discuss diverse views on and experiences with incorporating a ‘gender perspective’ into peacekeeping operations, as required by UN Security Council Resolution 1325.
	From the UN Security Council to Charlize Theron: “Getting Cross” about Sexual Violence in War Thursday, 19/04/12 5:45 PM Professor Karen Engle (Texas) ‘From the UN Security Council to Charlize Theron: “Getting Cross” about Sexual Violence in War’
	Melbourne JD Sample Class - Deducting Educational Expenses Wednesday, 18/04/12 1:00 PM
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar: Human Rights and Labor Rights – Why Don’t the Two Tracks Meet? Wednesday, 18/04/12 1:00 PM In this seminar Professor Guy Mundlak from Tel Aviv University will speak on the topic "Human Rights and Labor Rights - Why Don't the Two Tracks Meet?
	Melbourne JD Information Session Tuesday, 17/04/12 6:00 PM
	PhD Completion Seminar by Roisin Burke Monday, 16/04/12 1:00 PM
	CREEL Public Lecture - Robert Glennon Friday, 13/04/12 11:00 AM All welcome to attend a free public lecture by Robert Glennon, The University of Arizona, cohosted by CREEL, NCCARF and VCCCAR.
	IFA Seminar: The Future of Controlled Foreign Corporation Rules Thursday, 12/04/12 6:00 PM The Australia (Melbourne) Branch of the International Fiscal Association is pleased to invite you to the first IFA seminar for 2012, presented by Dr Peter Harris.
	PhD Confirmation Seminar by Steven Geroe Wednesday, 4/04/12 10:30 AM
	The Doctrine of Sham in the Common Law Wednesday, 4/04/12 5:30 PM The Tax Group and the Obligations Group at Melbourne Law School are pleased to invite you to attend a seminar on ‘The Doctrine of Sham in the Common Law’.
	Re-reading the Berlin Conference: International Law and the Logic of Extraction Wednesday, 4/04/12 6:30 PM Professor Matthew Craven - Dean of the Faculty of Law and Social Sciences at University of London, will deliver the 2012 Sir Kenneth Bailey Memorial Lecture.
	GLSA - Coffee Hour Discussions - Tony Taubman Monday, 2/04/12 1:00 PM
	'TRIPS on the Web: An Analogue Treaty in a Digital Age, or the First Trade 2.0 Agreement?' Monday, 2/04/12 6:00 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities (IILAH) and the Intellectual Property Research Institute of Australia (IPRIA) will host this Public Seminar at Melbourne Law School
March, 2012
	Jon Cattapan Exhibition - Sydney Saturday, 31/03/12 3:00 PM Jon Cattapan Exhibition A special alumni viewing of Associate Professor Jon Cattapan's latest exhibition in Sydney. - 'New Paintings', featuring a talk by the artist.
	Mervyn King SC - "Corporate thinking and corporate reporting is not what it used to be" Thursday, 29/03/12 8:00 AM The Centre for Corporate Law & Securities Regulation and Deakin Uni School of Law welcome Mervyn King SC on the topic "Corporate thinking and corporate reporting is not what it used to be"
	CCCS Seminar - What's the Story? The United Kingdom Supreme Court's New Approach to Communications Thursday, 29/03/12 1:00 PM What is the United Kingdom Supreme Court’s story? What challenges does it face in getting its message out – both about what it has done in cases, but also more widely about its role?
	Melbourne Asian Law Conference - Recent reforms in the administration of justice in China Wednesday, 28/03/12 8:00 AM China’s justice system has been the subject of a great deal of critical scrutiny in recent years...
	Deal Negotiations: Differences between East and West - (Hong Kong) Alumni Training Seminar) Wednesday, 28/03/12 12:30 PM Associate Director of the Asian Law Centre, Melbourne Law School, Andrew Godwin will present a seminar titled 'Deal Negotiations: Differences between East & West' at Skadden Arps Hong Kong
	Melbourne JD LSAT Information Session Wednesday, 28/03/12 6:00 PM
	CCLSR Seminar - "The Path of Fiduciary Law" Tuesday, 27/03/12 1:00 PM The Centre for Corporate Law and Securities Regulation welcomes Professor David Kershaw from the London School of Economics, who will speak on the topic of "The Path of Fiduciary Law".
	IILAH Doctoral Roundtable with Professor Matthew Craven (SOAS) Friday, 23/03/12 9:30 AM
	'Local Space, Global Life: The Everyday Operation of International Law and Development' Friday, 23/03/12 1:00 PM
	PhD Completion Seminar by Luis Eslava Friday, 23/03/12 1:00 PM PhD Candidate, Luis Eslava will be presenting on his thesis, Local Space, Global Life: The Everyday Operation of International Law and Development
	'International Human Rights Law and Women's Empowerment: Recent Developments on Violence against Women and Domestic Violence in Europe' Wednesday, 21/03/12 12:45 PM
	A Light-Hearted Overview of Intellectual Property with Judge Marvin Garbis Wednesday, 21/03/12 1:00 PM Come along and hear District Judge Marvin J Garbis deliver a lunchtime seminar on Intellectual Property
	Bribery offences under Vietnamese criminal law in comparison with Swedish and Australian criminal law Wednesday, 21/03/12 8:00 PM
	Tuesday, 20/03/12
	GLSA Feature Seminar - Contact Singapore Tuesday, 20/03/12
	PhD Confirmation Seminar by Jake Goldenfein Friday, 16/03/12 12:00 PM
	Transactional Law Workshop: The Euro Crisis - A Practical Perspective Friday, 16/03/12 1:00 PM The Euro crisis is all around us. The developments follow thick and fast. The regulatory changes are profound, as Europe is subjected to both a sovereign debt crisis and a second credit crunch. Aimed both at practitioners as well as students with an specific interest, this half-day long seminar addresses the practical impact of this crisis on the international financial markets from a distinctly practical perspective.
	'Political sovereignty and the dual character of law: Juridification through the lens of Foucault's analysis of arts of government' Thursday, 15/03/12 12:45 PM
	Melbourne JD Information Session Thursday, 15/03/12 6:00 PM
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar: Recovering Compensation for Employment Entitlements in Cases of Accessorial Liability Under the Fair Work Act Tuesday, 13/03/12 1:00 PM In this seminar Helen Anderson and John Howe will discuss recovering compensation for employment entitlements in cases of accessorial liability under the Fair Work Act.
	PLSA Women's Day Open Discussion Thursday, 8/03/12 5:00 PM The Postgraduate Law Student Association invites you to the International Women's Day: Open Discussion
	GLSA Feature Seminar - Contact Singapore Wednesday, 7/03/12
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Pragmatic resistance, law, and social movements: The case of gay collective action in Singapore Wednesday, 7/03/12 1:00 PM Dr Lynette Chua's research focuses on the intersections of law and social movements. This talk analyses how law matters to social movements in states that are not Western liberal democracies
	PhD Confirmation Seminar by Jonathan Kolieb Tuesday, 6/03/12 10:30 AM
	PhD Confirmation Seminar by Laura Petersen Tuesday, 6/03/12 1:30 PM
	The Changing Face of Legal Education in China Monday, 5/03/12 6:30 PM Jeffrey Lehman discusses the changing face of legal education in China.
	International Conversation Series, Melbourne Law School and Readings - Sundhya Pahuja In Conversation with Gerry Simpson Thursday, 1/03/12 6:00 PM This Melbourne Law School and Readings ‘In Conversation’ will be co- hosted by the Institute for International Law and the Humanities (IILAH) and the Global Justice Studio (GJS).
February, 2012
	Governor Arthur’s Proclamation: Art, Power, and the Rule of Law Wednesday, 29/02/12 12:45 PM
	PhD Confirmation Seminar by Madelaine Chiam Tuesday, 28/02/12 10:00 AM PhD Candidate - Madelaine Chiam will present on her thesis: War-Talk: and Non-Law in Public Debate about War
	'Transnational Judicial Conversations on the Privileges and Immunities of International Organisations' Thursday, 23/02/12 12:45 PM An Institute for International Law and the Humanities seminar to be presented by Professor August Reinisch (Law, University of Vienna).
	PhD Completion Seminar by Nicola Charwat Wednesday, 22/02/12 1:00 PM PhD Candidate will be presenting on her thesis: Public Interest Amicus Curiae in WTO Dispute Settlement: Contesting Global Market Governance?
	Asian Legal Dialogue - The Life of a Judge in Japan (Visiting Judge Atsuyuki Taniike) Tuesday, 21/02/12 3:00 PM Judge Taniike will talk about how one may be appointed as a judge, the beginning of his own career, his lifestyle, and the value and burden of the job.
	GLSA Firm Feature Seminar - Allens Arthur Robinson Monday, 20/02/12 2:00 PM
	Back in Your Box: Big Tobacco's Legal Challenges to Plain Packaging in Australia Monday, 20/02/12 5:30 PM The lecture, part of Orientation Week, explains the legal challenges and issues since the Australian government introduced legislation on tobacco product packaging
	The Rome Statute Ten Years On: Where to from here for the ICC? Friday, 17/02/12 6:00 PM Mrs Fatou Bensouda of the Gambia has been elected Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court. Hear her discuss the challenges she expects to face in this role.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Family Law in Japan, by Justice Kiyoko Okabe Wednesday, 15/02/12 10:30 AM Justice Okabe will explain the current state of family law in Japan, drawing on her extensive experience as a judge in family courts in Japan.
	'The WTO and International Investment Law: From Separation to Engagement' Wednesday, 15/02/12 12:45 PM IILAH invites you to a seminar to be presented by Dr Tomer Broude (Law, Hebrew University of Jerusalem) and Professor Giorgio Sacerdoti (Law, Bocconi University, Milan).
	ALC Research Seminar - Saiban-in Seido in Japan, by Professsor Kent Anderson (ANU/ Uni of Adelaide) Monday, 13/02/12 3:00 PM Professor Anderson will be presenting on the background and structure of the new saiban-in system which was introduced into the Japanese courts for serious criminal cases in 2009.
	Transactional Law Workshop: Drafting Clearer Contracts - Sydney Friday, 10/02/12 9:00 AM
	FREE Transactional Law Seminar: Contract Automation - What Does it Mean for the Legal Profession? (Syd) Thursday, 9/02/12 5:30 PM Law firms and companies are increasingly using contract automation to prepare business contracts. This free seminar will consider both issues and benefits of contract automation.
	Transactional Law Workshop: Drafting Clearer Contracts - Melbourne Wednesday, 8/02/12 9:00 AM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - The Derivative Action in Asia: An Inconvenient Truth, by Dr Dan Puchniak (National University of Singapore) Wednesday, 8/02/12 1:00 PM Dr Puchniak will explain how the derivative action in Asia provides a useful lens for re-evaluating several of the foundational theories in “Asian” and comparative corporate law.
	FREE Transactional Law Seminar: Contract Automation - What Does it Mean for the Legal Profession? (Melb) Tuesday, 7/02/12 5:30 PM Law firms and companies are increasingly using contract automation to prepare business contracts. This free seminar will consider both issues and benefits of contract automation.
January, 2012
	PhD Confirmation Seminar Monday, 30/01/12 10:30 AM
	CREEL/IILAH Book Launch - 'Trading Fish, Saving Fish' by Margaret Young Wednesday, 11/01/12 5:00 PM IILAH and CREEL are delighted to invite you to the launch of 'Trading Fish, Saving Fish: The Interaction between Regimes in International Law' by Margaret Young.
December, 2011
	Transactional Law Program at Melbourne Law School Tuesday, 20/12/11 12:45 PM One Step Ahead - Hedge Funds and Private Equity Funds after the Global Financial Crisis
	'Law and Its Accidents': Melbourne Doctoral Forum on Legal Theory Thursday, 15/12/11 This workshop is generously supported by: MLS, IPRIA, IILAH, CMCL, CELRL, CREEL.
	'TRIPS and the non-communicable diseases epidemics' Thursday, 15/12/11 12:45 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities (IILAH) invites you to a Public Seminar to be presented by Professor Kevin Outterson (Law, Boston University).
	The Titling of Customary Land in Sabah in the Name of Poverty Alleviation: or Oil Palm through Some Other Means Thursday, 15/12/11 1:15 PM 1.15pm, Thursday 15 December 2011, Room G29, Ground Floor, Melbourne Law School
	PhD Completion Seminar Wednesday, 14/12/11 1:00 PM
	'Jurisprudence of Movement' Wednesday, 14/12/11 1:00 PM IILAH and the Office for Research will co-host the Completion Seminar of Melbourne Law School's Research Higher Degree student Ms Olivia Barr.
	The Criminalisation of Holocaust Denial and Freedom of Speech Wednesday, 14/12/11 6:30 PM Presented by Professor Dieter Grimm, Humboldt University of Berlin
	Joint Seminar - 'Cosmopolitan Justice in a Postcolonial World' and 'Integration Regimes and Governmentality' Monday, 12/12/11 6:00 PM IILAH will present a joint public seminar presented by Professor Nikita Dhawan (Goethe-University Frankfurt) & by Professor Maria do Mar Castro Varela (Alice Salomon University Berlin)
	Law Building Closure Saturday, 10/12/11 12:00 AM Our annual EWIS (evacuation alarm and intercom system) testing will take place throughout the day on Saturday the 10th of December.
	UNDP Gender Team Internship - Bangkok Thailand Thursday, 1/12/11
	Melbourne Contracts Workshop Thursday, 1/12/11 2:00 PM The Obligations Group at Melbourne Law School is pleased to invite academics who teach or research in the field of Contracts to a workshop at Melbourne Law School.
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar: 'Harmonized work health and safety laws – a new province for occupational health and safety' Thursday, 1/12/11 6:00 PM At this seminar, Peter Rozen and Robin Stewart-Crompton will examine the progress, content and implications of the national harmonisation of OHS laws, with a focus on key issues.
November, 2011
	CCCS Seminar: Keeping things in proportion: Section 7(2) of the Victorian Charter - post Momcilovic and in Comparative Perspective Wednesday, 30/11/11 1:00 PM CCCS Seminar presented by Claudia Geiringer
	ALC/ CILS Research Seminar - Living in Limbo: Muslim Asylum-Seekers Stuck in Indonesia Tuesday, 29/11/11 5:00 PM Indonesia has become a transit destination for refugees and asylum seekers from war-torn countries in Asia. Antje will talk about the living arrangements and difficulties they face.
	7th Annual 2011 CILS/ NCEIS Islamic Studies Postgraduate Conference Monday, 28/11/11 11:00 AM This conference aims to bring together postgraduate students around Australia who are researching topics relating to Islam. Feedback panels and a thesis-writing session included.
	Eliminating Violence against Women - Changing Law, Changing Culture Monday, 28/11/11 6:30 PM Presented by Jeffrey L. Bleich, the American Ambassador to Australia
	PhD Completion Seminar Thursday, 24/11/11 1:00 PM
	CCCS Seminar: Declarations of Emergency and the Role of the Courts: The Nauru Experience Wednesday, 23/11/11 1:00 PM Public seminar presented by Richard Niall SC
	Book Launch: 'International Taxation of Permanent Establishments' by Dr Michael Kobetsky - 21 November 2011 Monday, 21/11/11 5:30 PM The Tax Group at Melbourne Law School is delighted to invite you to the launch of Dr Michael Kobetsky’s book “International Taxation of Permanent Establishments".
	CCCS Seminar: Federalism and Climate Change in Canada, USA and Australia: Competitive Solutions to Collective Action? Thursday, 17/11/11 1:00 PM Public Seminar presented by Dr Douglas Brown
	Do we still need record labels? 2011 Vanderbilt-Melbourne Global Debate Wednesday, 16/11/11 2:00 AM Hear an expert panel discuss the role of record labels in the digital age
	The 2011 John Barry Memorial Lecture by Prof. Larissa Behrendt Tuesday, 15/11/11 6:30 PM This free public lecture will be delivered by Professor Larissa Behrendt, who will present on the topic: “More Upbeat than Usual: Considering Crime Rates in Indigenous Communities”
	Book Launch - 'Genocide, State Crime and the Law: In the Name of the State' Monday, 14/11/11 6:30 PM Book launch of Melbourne University academic Dr Jennifer Balint. To be launched by Raimond Gaita.
	CCCS Seminar: Valerie Morse v The Police Friday, 11/11/11 1:00 PM Public seminar presented by Steven Price
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar - Performance Appraisal Cynicism: Subordinate and Manager Perspectives Thursday, 10/11/11 1:00 PM Performance appraisals are a widely applied tool of human resource management. In this seminar Michelle Brown will examine antecedents and consequences of performance appraisal cynicism.
	Transactional Law Program. Corporate Governance and Anti-bribery in Cross-border Transactions Thursday, 10/11/11 5:30 PM Two seminars will be held; one on Thursday 10 November (Melbourne), and the other on Tuesday 15 November (Sydney).
	Educating Lawyers for the 21st Century: Professional Socialisation and the Construction of Professional Identity Tuesday, 8/11/11 6:00 PM Professor Seron from University of California, Irvine's Department of Criminology, argues that professional socialisation must include hands-on apprenticeships and not just book knowledge.
	20 Years of Enterprise Bargaining in Australia (4-5 November 2011) Friday, 4/11/11 9:00 AM This event, marking the 20th anniversary of the AIRC’s October 1991 National Wage Case Decision, is being jointly organised by University of Melbourne and Monash University.
	JD Information Session Thursday, 3/11/11 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2012 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Elise Bant and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	APCML Lecture A normative standard for military justice? Thursday, 3/11/11 6:00 PM A public lecture to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the APCML
	Law Graduate Research Colloquia Wednesday, 2/11/11 Law Graduate Research Colloquia
	The Global Unity of the Common Law of Torts? Wednesday, 2/11/11 6:30 PM 2011 Allen Hope Southey Memorial Lecture
October, 2011
	Postgraduate Law Students Association (PLSA) BBQ Sunday, 30/10/11 1:30 PM Come join us for a Postgraduate Law Students Association (PLSA) BBQ, a game of football and some sporting activities as we socialise in the Melbourne sun right beside the Yarra River.
	'Agonism and Abjection: Hannah Arendt, Giorgio Agamben and the Right to Have Rights' Thursday, 27/10/11 12:45 PM IILAH seminar to be presented by Dr Andrew Schaap (Politics, University of Exeter)
	Why archive? The New Zealand Lost Cases project Thursday, 27/10/11 5:30 PM 2011 Rare Books Lecture
	Semester 2, 2012 Law Exchange Information Session Wednesday, 26/10/11 1:00 PM Find out about applying for an exchange in Semester 2, 2012.
	Melbourne Law Masters: 2012 Program Information Evening Wednesday, 26/10/11 6:00 PM Experience what the 2012 Melbourne Law Masters program has to offer.
	Earth Rights International summer internships in Thaliland Tuesday, 25/10/11 ERI's Summer Legal Interns are law students able to work full-time for 8-10 weeks in ERI's office in Chiang Mai, Thailand, during the summer.
	2012 Institutions in International Law and Global Lawyer - Information Session Tuesday, 25/10/11 1:00 PM Find out more about these overseas subjects and how to apply.
	Electoral Reform and the Quest for Democracy in Malaysia, by Dato' Ambiga Sreenevasan Tuesday, 25/10/11 6:30 PM Dato' Ambiga will explore the days prior to and after BERSIH 2.0, its significance, and the Malaysian government’s recently announced undertaking to repeal some of the most oppressive laws.
	AACL Constitutional Law forum: Momcilovic’s Case Friday, 21/10/11 5:30 PM The Australian Association of Constitutional Law (AACL) is pleased to invite you to a forum on Momcilovic’s Case.
	IFA Panel Discussion on Tax Treaties Thursday, 20/10/11 6:00 PM You are invited to a Panel Discussion on Tax Treaties, hosted by the Australian Branch of the International Fiscal Association (IFA). This event is part of the Young IFA Network.
	PLSA Open House: Introduction of the 2012 Masters Program Monday, 17/10/11 5:30 PM This special Open House will feature an introduction by Associate Dean Cheryl Saunders regarding the 2012 Law Masters Program.
	'De-linking intellectual property from exclusive rights'. 2011 Francis Gurry Lecture on Intellectual Property. Monday, 17/10/11 6:00 PM Presented by James Love - Director, Knowledge Ecology International
	Legal Communication and Writing Skills tutorials and workshops Friday, 14/10/11 Tutorials and clinics for Melbourne Law Masters students who are new to academic legal writing.
	APCML Lecture The Legacy of the Eichmann Trial Thursday, 13/10/11 6:00 PM
	Recognising Indigenous Australians in the Constitution - Courting Controversy Public Lecture. Wednesday, 12/10/11 6:00 PM Join the panel as they discuss the recognition of Indigenous Australians in the Australian Constitution. Panel: Malcolm Fraser, Mark McMillan & Cheryl Saunders. Chair: Adrienne Stone
	JD Information Session Wednesday, 12/10/11 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2012 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Elise Bant and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar: 'Workers Compensation - The Need for a New Paradigm' Tuesday, 11/10/11 1:00 PM This presentation will look at some of the difficulties related to key aspects of workers compensation design before discussing some alternative approaches.
	ART/CCCS Inaugural Lecture: Integrity in Parliament - Where Does Duty Lie? Tuesday, 11/10/11 6:30 PM Former Senator Fred Chaney to present the Accountability Round Table and Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies Inaugural Lecture
	2011 Sir Anthony Mason Lecture: Proportionality - a Rule of Reason Friday, 7/10/11 6:15 PM Presented by The Hon. Justice Susan Kiefel AC (High Court of Australia)
	CILS Research Seminar - Islamisation, the Law and Governance in Indonesia’s Public Sphere: Muslim Religious Orientations and Support for Democracy Wednesday, 5/10/11 1:00 PM Dr Fauzia will argue that Islamisation does not affect the majority support for democracy, even though Islamisation has influenced their knowledge, opinions and ritual practices.
	'International Law And Empire' Tuesday, 4/10/11 9:00 AM The workshop is co-hosted by the Erik Castrén Institute for International Law and Human Rights, (Helsinki) and the Institute for International Law and the Humanities (Melbourne) in Helsinki.
	LSAT Information Session - for application for the Melbourne JD Tuesday, 4/10/11 6:00 PM The LSAT is one of the criteria for selection into the Melbourne JD. Attend this session to find out more about what it is, what it measures, and how it is used in the selection process.
	Yoga classes Monday, 3/10/11 1:00 PM Yoga classes are conducted every week at Melbourne Law School
September, 2011
	'Decolonising International Law: Development, Economic Growth and the Politics of Universality' Thursday, 29/09/11 This Book Launch is in London. There will be one in Melbourne later in 2011. Details will be posted in early October 2011.
	CCCS Seminar: The High Cost of Judges: Reconsidering Judicial Pensions and Retirement in an Ageing Population Thursday, 29/09/11 1:00 PM Seminar presented by Professor Brian Opeskin
	'The Law of Refugee Status Workshop' Thursday, 22/09/11 This workshop is supported by the Institute for International Law and the Humanities and the Australian Research Council.
	Relaunch Your Career conference - Towards Success in the Law Thursday, 22/09/11 An initiative from the Law Institute of Victoria, Victorian Women Lawyers, the Victorian Bar, the Australian Corporate Lawyers Association and the Women Barristers Association.
	'Beyond the Malaysian Solution? Refugee Responsibility Sharing in the Asia-Pacific Region' Thursday, 22/09/11 6:00 PM IILAH and CCCS Public Lecture presented by Richard Towle (United Nations), James C. Hathaway (Law, Michigan), Michelle Foster (Law, Melbourne) and Adrienne Stone (Law, Melbourne).
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar - 'Complementary Regulation' compared with a 'Regulatory by-pass': Strategies for Informal Work Wednesday, 14/09/11 1:00 PM This seminar compares two strategies for re-regulating when an existing institution is failing: 'complementary regulation’ and a ‘regulatory by- pass’.
	9/11 - Ten Years On: A student roundtable event Monday, 12/09/11 5:00 PM An evening to discuss decade of global political, legal and social change since September 11, 2001.
	ALC/CCCS Occasional Seminar: The Social Contract and the Malaysian Constitution Revisited Monday, 12/09/11 6:00 PM ALC/CCCS Seminar to be presented by Professor Andrew Harding, University of Victoria, Canada
	‘Humanising' the Border: Migrant Labour, Development and the Promise of Legality Thursday, 8/09/11 10:30 AM The Office for Research in conjunction with the Institute for International Law and the Humanities (IILAH) will present a PhD Confirmation Seminar by Ms Sara Dehm.
	Construction Law in Australia (3rd ed) Book Launch and 2012 Masters Program Information Thursday, 8/09/11 5:30 PM Melbourne Law School invites you & colleagues to Construction Law in Australia (3rd ed) book launch by construction law program directors of studies by Prof. Ian Bailey SC & Matthew Bell
	ALC/ CILS Brown Bag Seminar: Indonesia’s Islamic Educational Institutions and Radicalism amongst the Muslim Youth Wednesday, 7/09/11 1:00 PM This presentation will try to answer the question of whether Islamic higher educational institutions, in particular UIN Jakarta, have become hotbeds for religious extremism and conservatism.
	Introduction to legal research at Melbourne Law School Webinar Friday, 2/09/11 1:00 PM This webinar will introduce the key legal resources in the Law School, with a focus on finding legal articles, case law and legislation.
	'Hannah Arendt, Beginnings and Female Subjectivity in International Law' Thursday, 1/09/11 11:30 AM IILAH and the Office for Research will present a PhD Completion Seminar by Ms Deborah Whitehall at the Melbourne Law School.
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar - Thursday 1 September 2011 Thursday, 1/09/11 1:00 PM In this seminar two former Melbourne Law School students will present based on their Student Working Papers recently published by the Centre for Employment and Labour Relations Law.
	The Engineering Vs. Law Great Debate Thursday, 1/09/11 6:30 PM The Engineering Vs. Law Great Debate "Lawyers or Engineers - Who creates the future?" Thursday 1st September 2011 - 6.30pm - 8.30pm Theatre A1, Old Engineering Building
August, 2011
	CCCS Seminar: From the Pursuit of Unity to Respect of Diversity: A Retrospect and Reflection of Chinese Ethnic Policy Wednesday, 31/08/11 1:00 PM CCCS Seminar to be presented by Robert Li, Peking University
	International Fiscal Association (IFA) Seminar: Chinese International Tax and Treaty Policy Wednesday, 31/08/11 6:00 PM The Australia (Melbourne) Branch of the International Fiscal Association is pleased to invite you to the next IFA seminar for 2011 on Chinese International Tax and Treaty Policy.
	Sample Law Class: 'Taxation Law and Policy - How to Deduct your Education Expenses', presented by Associate Professor Miranda Stewart Tuesday, 30/08/11 1:00 PM Are you an undergraduate student interested in law? Please join a lunchtime sample law class: a series focussing on a variety of legal issues across disciplines.
	'Reading and Rereading the Caroline Correspondence, 1838 -1842' Tuesday, 30/08/11 5:30 PM IILAH Twilight Seminar to be presented by Professor Dino Kritsiotis (Law, University of Nottingham).
	GLSA Global Thinking Series - Simon McKeon: Some Thoughts on the Professional Workplace of the Future Tuesday, 30/08/11 6:30 PM
	'Makeshift Migrants and Law: Gender, Belonging, and Postcolonial Anxieties' Monday, 29/08/11 5:30 PM IILAH Twilight Seminar to be presented by Professor Ratna Kapur (Geneva School of Diplomacy and International Relations).
	CCCS Seminar: Wainohu v New South Wales Friday, 26/08/11 1:00 PM CCCS Seminar to be presented by A/Prof James Stellios, ANU College of Law
	Military Law in a New Dimension Friday, 26/08/11 6:00 PM Armed Forces Deployed against Transnational Crime and Terrorism
	JD Information Session Thursday, 25/08/11 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2012 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Elise Bant and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	CLEN: Second Annual Baxt Lecture on Competition Law Wednesday, 24/08/11 12:30 PM The Second Annual Baxt Lecture will be given by Professor Richard Whish, one of Europe’s foremost competition law scholars, on Wednesday 24 August 2011.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Collective Labour Dispute Resolution in Vietnam: The Proposed Legal Reform Wednesday, 24/08/11 1:00 PM Ha aims to show why the legal framework for collective labour dispute resolution is not effective in practice in Vietnam.
	NSW MLS Alumni Reunion - Cancelled Wednesday, 24/08/11 6:30 PM
	Sample Law Class: 'Excision, Exclusion and Exile: What is Wrong with Australia’s Refugee Policy?', presented by Associate Professor Michelle Foster Tuesday, 23/08/11 1:00 PM Are you an undergraduate student interested in law? Please join a lunchtime sample law class: a series focussing on a variety of legal issues across disciplines.
	ALC/Tax Group Seminar - Centralization of Taxing Power and Economic Development: Chinese Evidence Tuesday, 23/08/11 5:30 PM Social scientists have been debating the role fiscal decentralization has played in Chinese reform. Is China economically successful due to decentralization or centralization?
	Open Day Panel on Asia Rising (featuring A/Prof Sarah Biddulph) Sunday, 21/08/11 12:00 PM
	Handle with Care: Building rapport with your interviewer. A masterclass with David Talalla - Essential for all students undertaking a clerkship or graduate job interviews in 2011! Thursday, 18/08/11 1:00 PM David Talalla is a Melbourne-based expert in legal recruitment & career development. He has extensive experience working with law firms, corporations and governments in Australia, Asia & UK.
	Swirl and Sip Alumni Event at Jimmy Watson's - CANCELLED Thursday, 18/08/11 7:00 PM Cost: $60.00
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Recent Amendments in Korean Criminal Law - Confronting Child Sexual Abuse Wednesday, 17/08/11 1:00 PM Judge Park will talk about how recent amendments Korean criminal law on child sexual abuse, is concentrated on reinforcing punishment and devising new security measures.
	'On the effective implementation of human and minority rights in Europe' Wednesday, 17/08/11 5:30 PM IILAH Public Seminar to be presented by Dr Panayote Dimitras (Greek Helsinki Monitor).
	Workers and Tax Reform: A symposium to prepare for the Tax Forum - Tuesday 16 August 2011 Tuesday, 16/08/11 10:30 AM This event will bring together celebrated US academic, Professor Jonathan Forman, with an expert Australian panel to discuss options for reform of income tax rates, credits and transfers
	The Supreme Court of Victoria Commercial Law Conference Monday, 15/08/11 2:00 PM Current Issues in Commercial Law.
	Book Launch - Philosophy, Ethics and a Common Humanity - Essays in Honour of Raimond Gaita Monday, 15/08/11 5:30 PM
	Beyond a Carbon Price: A Framework for Climate Change Regulation in Australia Thursday, 11/08/11 Beyond a Carbon Price: A Framework for Climate Change Regulation in Australia August 11-12, 2011, University of Melbourne
	'Facing up to Facebook in employment: The risks and benefits of social media for employers' Thursday, 11/08/11 12:30 PM Join alumni Kate Jenkins & Mr Kaman Tsoi for a fascinating lunchtime discussion on the impact of social media in this once formal and private realm. Location: Sotto Cost: $35
	'Rights and the Australian Council for Civil Liberties' Thursday, 11/08/11 12:45 PM IILAH Public Seminar to be presented by Dr James Waghorne (School of Historical Studies, The Australian Centre, University of Melbourne).
	'Enemies of Mankind: Warmongers and Warlike Peoples in Vattel’s Law of Nations' Wednesday, 10/08/11 10:30 AM IILAH and the Office for Research will present a PhD Completion Seminar by Mr Walter Rech at the Melbourne Law School.
	Life in the JD: the student experience Wednesday, 10/08/11 6:00 PM Are you interested in studying law but want to know whether it’s for you? Come along to our JD Student Panel and hear from current Melbourne Law School JD students about their experiences.
	'The Criminal Law - A Mildly Vituperative Critique' presented by The Hon Mark Weinberg Wednesday, 10/08/11 6:30 PM Justice Weinberg will deliver the 2011 Peter Brett Memorial Lecture
	Information Session - Tax Library Resources for Melbourne Law Masters students Tuesday, 9/08/11 12:30 PM Essential training in Melbourne Law School's outstanding specialist Tax law resources.
	Sample Law Class: 'Caring for children after separation: Does legislating for shared parenting time help children?', presented by Professor Belinda Fehlberg Tuesday, 9/08/11 1:00 PM Are you an undergraduate student interested in law? Please join a lunchtime sample law class: a series focussing on a variety of legal issues across disciplines.
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar: Labour as a ‘Fictive Commodity’: Radically Reconceptualising Labour Law Tuesday, 9/08/11 1:00 PM This seminar will begin by recontextualizing and re-interpreting the dominant story of labour law in order to offer a different account, one that treats labour as a ‘fictive commodity’.
	Reforming the World Health Organization - Presented by Professor Lawrence Gostin Friday, 5/08/11 1:00 PM Join Professor Gostin as he offers five proposals for re-establishing the leadership of the World Health Organization.
	Institutions in International Law and Global Lawyer Reunion Friday, 5/08/11 6:00 PM An invitation to a class reunion of all Institutions in International Law and Global Lawyer students at Sotto e Sopra in Melbourne's CBD.
	Seminar - William Swadling Thursday, 4/08/11 6:00 PM The Fiction of the Constructive Trust
	CILS Research Seminar - Sanctions for Popstars and Politicians? The Aftermath of Indonesia's Pornography Law Wednesday, 3/08/11 1:00 PM Although Indonesia’s Pornography Law was passed in 2008, after much controversy. Indonesia’s vast black market pornography business has been allowed to thrive unchecked...
	Annual Tax Lecture - 'International Tax Policy: A Current View from the United States' - 3 August 2011 Wednesday, 3/08/11 5:30 PM The Annual Tax Lecture was launched by the Tax Group with the purpose of placing the development of the tax law in its historical context, and to inform public debate on current tax issues.
	LSAT Information Session - for application for the Melbourne JD Tuesday, 2/08/11 6:00 PM The LSAT is one of the criteria for selection into the Melbourne JD. Attend this session to find out more about what it is, what it measures, and how it is used in the selection process.
	Rufus Black: How to Succeed in the 21st Century Monday, 1/08/11 1:00 PM GLOBAL THINKING GUEST LECTURE - RUFUS BLACK: How to Succeed in the 21st Century
July, 2011
	Call for submissions - Journal of Commonwealth Criminal Law Sunday, 31/07/11 The JCCL invites submissions for future issues from academics, judges and practitioners, in the field of Commonwealth criminal law and practice.
	Melbourne Law Masters - Induction Day 2011 Saturday, 30/07/11 9:30 AM Induction Day is an opportunity for students to to discover the Law School's facilities, learn about graduate research and assessment and to meet their fellow classmates.
	JD Information Session Thursday, 28/07/11 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2012 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Elise Bant and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	CLEN - Discussion Group Wednesday, 27/07/11 12:30 PM
	IFA Seminar: Transfer Pricing - SNF Case Wednesday, 27/07/11 6:00 PM
	'Jurisprudence, Politics & Ethics in an International Frame' Monday, 25/07/11 10:00 AM IILAH Masterclass to be presented by Professor JIll Stauffer (Haverford College, USA) for Melbourne Law School Research Higher Degree students.
	'The experience of an extreme loneliness: Resentment and Reconciliation as Affective States of International Criminal Law' Thursday, 21/07/11 5:30 PM IILAH / APCML Keynote address at the 'Affective States of International Criminal Justice' symposium to be presented by Professor Jill Stauffer (Haverford College, USA).
	'Affective States of International Criminal Justice' Wednesday, 20/07/11 IILAH / APCML Symposium presented by distinguished and emerging scholars from Australia and internationally.
	' 'Terrorist': Diasporic Emotions, Sense of Justice and International Criminal Classification' Wednesday, 20/07/11 6:00 PM IILAH Public Seminar to be presented by Professor Ghassan Hage (Future Generation Professor of Anthropology and Social Theory, University of Melbourne)
	ALC/CILS Occasional Seminar - Sisters in Islam: A Study of the Impact of Polygamy on Muslim Families in Malaysia Monday, 18/07/11 6:00 PM This seminar will look at how polygamy affects the quality of family life; and develop understanding of the dynamics of polygamous families, their different experiences, needs and concerns
	Law and Religion: Legal Regulation of Religious Groups, Organisations and Communities Friday, 15/07/11 9:00 AM This international conference will explore the role of law in regulating religious communities and how the law should respond to conflicts between individual and group rights.
	Book Launch: Electoral Democracy: Australian Prospects Friday, 15/07/11 1:30 PM Edited by Joo-Cheong Tham, Brian Costar and Graeme Orr. To be launched by Colin Barry (NSW Electoral Commissioner), Friday 15 July 2011 1.30pm, at Melbourne Law School.
	In Conversation with Brendan Schwab and Ross Levin: What Does It Take To Run A Football Club? Thursday, 14/07/11 12:30 PM In Conversation with Brendan Schwab and Ross Levin: Topic: What Does It Take to Run a Football Club Cost: $35 Banquet Lunch
	Do Bills of Rights Protect or Endanger Religious Freedom: The American Constitutional Experience Thursday, 14/07/11 6:30 PM Professor Witte argues that the American experience demonstrates that the constitutional protection of religious freedom can be a benefit to religion
	The Wednesday Lectures: Helen Pringle presents 'Gimme Shelter: The Power of Secrecy and Silence in Democracy' Wednesday, 6/07/11 6:30 PM This is the fifth lecture in a series of five, as part of The Wednesday Lectures - Hosted by Raimond Gaita titled.
	The Sportsworlds of Japan, Australia and the United States Tuesday, 5/07/11 5:30 PM In this presentation, Professor Kelly will bring attention to the importance of sports in and as globalisation by considering the growing importance of soccer, both men’s and women’s.
	JSAA Biennial Conference - Internationalising Japan: Sport, Culture and Education Monday, 4/07/11 The University of Melbourne is hosting the 17th Biennial Conference of the Japanese Studies Association of Australia (JSAA) in July 2011.
	'The Clash of Analogies and Approaches in the Investment Treaty System' Monday, 4/07/11 12:45 PM IILAH Seminar to be presented by Ms Anthea Roberts (Department of Law, London School of Economics (LSE)).
	Queensland Dean's Alumni Reception Friday, 1/07/11 6:30 PM Queensland Dean's Alumni Reception Location: Zenbar Restaurant, 215 Adelaide Street, Post Office Square, Park Level, Brisbane
June, 2011
	CELRL/CCLSR Seminar: Corporate Governance in the Common-Law World: The Political Foundations of Shareholder Power - Thursday 30 June Thursday, 30/06/11 1:00 PM Professor Bruner will discuss his comparative research on stakeholder- centric regulatory structures.
	Triggering Institutional Change - The Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission (PhD Completion Seminar) Wednesday, 29/06/11 1:00 PM In this presentation, Sofie Schuette will discuss how effective anti-corruption reform can be achieved in a highly corrupt environment using a case study on the KPK.
	The Wednesday Lectures: Kevin Heller presents 'Can the U.S. Prosecute WikiLeaks for Espionage? Should It?' Wednesday, 29/06/11 6:30 PM This is the fourth lecture in a series of five, as part of The Wednesday Lectures - Hosted by Raimond Gaita titled 'Power, the State and Wikileaks’.
	CREEL Seminar: Interacting Regulatory Frameworks for Climate Change Friday, 24/06/11 12:45 PM Join CREEL for a seminar presented by Dr Ottavio Quirico on 'Interacting Regulatory Frameworks for Climate Change'.
	Focus on Law - JD Information Session (for School Leavers) Thursday, 23/06/11 6:30 PM Primarily for current school students (students in years 10-12), this session will discuss the advantages of graduate law, and why the Melbourne JD should be your first choice to study law.
	The Wednesday Lectures: Secrecy, Power and Democracy - Panel Discussion Wednesday, 22/06/11 6:30 PM Join Raimond Gaita, Guy Rundle, Gerry Simpson & Robert Manne as they discuss the overall theme of this lecture series.
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar: Pressing the Right Buttons: Case Studies in the Protection of Employee Entitlements Thursday, 16/06/11 1:00 PM This seminar will examine how the law appears to play very little part in the protection of employee entitlements when a company becomes insolvent.
	The Wednesday Lectures: Raimond Gaita presents 'Power and Consent' Wednesday, 15/06/11 6:30 PM This is the second lecture in a series of five, as part of The Wednesday Lectures - Hosted by Raimond Gaita titled 'Secrecy, Power and Democracy'.
	Role of Community Organisations in Enforcing Labour Law - Thursday 9 June Thursday, 9/06/11 1:00 PM Effective enforcement is vital to Australian labour law: gaps in enforcement seriously undermine the integrity of the system.
	CREEL/EDO Seminar - New directions in climate change law and policy Wednesday, 8/06/11 5:45 PM Join the Parliamentary Secretary for Climate Change and Energy Efficiency, Mark Dreyfus QC MP for a seminar on 'New directions in climate change law and policy'.
	The Wednesday Lectures: Guy Rundle presents 'From Cold War to Cyberwar: Power, the State and the Wikileaks Effect' Wednesday, 8/06/11 6:30 PM This is the first lecture in a series of five, as part of The Wednesday Lectures - Hosted by Raimond Gaita titled 'Secrecy, Power and Democracy'.
	The University of Melbourne Mid-Year Entry Expo Thursday, 2/06/11 4:30 PM Come along to the University's Mid-Year Entry Expo to discuss your study options with staff from Faculty and Graduate Schools, Admissions, Transition and Orientation.
May, 2011
	Effective Legal Writing Workshop - 31 May 2011 Tuesday, 31/05/11 9:00 AM This workshop will focus on the principles that every legal writer must master to produce concise, down-to-earth, and powerful prose.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar: Electronic Litigation in Korea Monday, 30/05/11 1:00 PM South Korea is currently one of the leading countires in establishing electronic litigation systems. Judge Oh will introduce the e-filing and computerised case-management systems.
	Burmese Studies Workshop Thursday, 26/05/11 9:00 AM This workshop provides the opportunity for academics and PhD students to present their research on Burmese studies and receive valuable feedback.
	CILS Research/ PhD Completion Seminar: The Emergence of Islamic Feminism in Contemporary Indonesia Monday, 23/05/11 1:00 PM The presentation will discuss how Islamic texts on gender have been reinterpreted substantively, to argue for gender justice and equality
	Melbourne Law Masters visit to the Parliament of Victoria Thursday, 19/05/11 International students in the Melbourne Law Masters are invited to attend a tour of Parliament House.
	A Construction Law Showcase: Prize-winning Papers and Announcement of the 2011 Brooking Prize Thursday, 19/05/11 5:30 PM Melbourne Law School in association with the Society of Construction Law Australia present an evening reception to showcase construction law papers and announce the 2011 Brooking Prize.
	CCCS Seminar: Constitutional Courts in Fragile Democracies Thursday, 19/05/11 6:00 PM The Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies invites you to a seminar on 19 May to hear Professor Sam Issacharoff discuss work in progress on Fragile Democracies.
	Careers in Law Evening Thursday, 19/05/11 6:00 PM Ever wondered where a law degree might take you? Hear from a range of speakers working in different areas of the law, and see the range of opportunities available to law graduates.
	'Torture: Can Law Prevent It?’ presented by Professor Stephen Toope Wednesday, 18/05/11 6:30 PM A novel theoretical account of how a sense of obligation is created, maintained and destroyed in international society. Exploring the contemporary legal status of the anti-torture norm
	JD Information Session Tuesday, 17/05/11 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2012 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Andrew Mitchell and a current JD student about the Melbourne JD experience.
	New Natures Seminar Series: Philosophy and Ecology after the End of the World Tuesday, 17/05/11 6:30 PM In the first New Natures event for 2011, Professor Timothy Morton will deliver a lecture titled 'Philosophy and Ecology after the End of the World'. Room 102, Melbourne Law School.
	Guest Lecture: Mallesons Partner Joseph Muraca on the $14.6bn AXA/AMP Deal Monday, 16/05/11 1:00 PM Stop on by for this great opportunity to talk to the Mergers and Acquisitions team on the inside of the $14.6bn AXA/AMP deal.
	CREEL Seminar: Learning from the USA experience in diffuse source regulation Friday, 13/05/11 12:45 PM Professor Robin Kundis Craig is visiting Victoria as part of Department of Primary Industries’ Visiting Scientists Program.
	'Human Rights and Intellectual Property: Mapping the Global Interface' Wednesday, 11/05/11 5:30 PM A free public seminar proudly presented by IPRIA in association with the Centre for Media and Communications Law (CMCL) and the Institute for International Law and the Humanities (IILAH).
	JD Information Session - at Queen's College Wednesday, 11/05/11 7:15 PM Are you a student at Queen's College and considering Law in 2012 or beyond? Professor Andrew Christie will be visiting Queen's College to talk to students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	Graduate Study Expo Tuesday, 10/05/11 3:30 PM Find out more about graduate study at Melbourne. Speak with our staff about our diverse range of programs and get the answers you need before you apply.
	'Contesting Legitimacy: Sources of Authority within the Just War Tradition and International Law' Tuesday, 10/05/11 4:15 PM IILAH invites you to a seminar presented by Dr Tarik Kochi, Lecturer in Law and International Security (Law and the Centre for Social and Political Thought) at the University of Sussex, UK.
	Victorian Ombudsman George Brouwer presents the Law Week Oration 2011 Tuesday, 10/05/11 6:30 PM The 2011 Law Week Oration will be presented by the Victorian Ombudsman, Mr George Brouwer
	Remedial Pleas and Awards: Investigating Collective Protection of Individual Employee Rights in Unfair Labour Practice Cases Thursday, 5/05/11 1:00 PM In this seminar Dr Slinn will investigate collective protection of individual employee rights in unfair labour practice cases in relation to remedial pleas and awards.
	CILS Research Seminar/ PhD Completion Seminar: Opposition to Christian Proselytisation in Indonesia Wednesday, 4/05/11 1:00 PM This presentation will question how and why some Muslims oppose the construction of Christian churches in West Java.
	Global Thinking Guest Lecture: Rufus Black - Making a Difference in the 21st Century. Tuesday, 3/05/11 1:00 PM What are the traits and qualities needed to thrive and succeed in the unique environment of the 21st century?
April, 2011
	Shanghai Alumni Seminar and Reception Thursday, 28/04/11 5:00 PM Shanghai Alumni Seminar and Reception, featuring a presentation by Mr Andrew Godwin
	Bridging the Divide (Shanghai) Wednesday, 27/04/11 2:00 PM Understanding how cross-border contracts are drafted and negotiated between Chinese and Western counterparties
	International Developments in the Regulation and Structure of Law Firms Seminar Beijing Tuesday, 26/04/11 4:00 PM An update and discussion on:developments, including limited liability partnerships and alternative business structures, and the impact on China and Asia.
	Bridging the Divide: Drafting and Negotiating Contracts in Cross-Border Deals seminar (Beijing) Friday, 22/04/11 2:00 PM Understanding how cross-border contracts are drafted and negotiated between Chinese and Western counterparties
	'The World Trade Organization’s Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property (TRIPS) Agreement and Access to Medicines' Thursday, 21/04/11 5:30 PM IILAH and IPRIA will co-host a Twilight Seminar at the Melbourne Law School presented by Professor Jayashree Watal, currently Counsellor in the Intellectual Property Division of the WTO.
	Beijing Alumni Seminar and Reception Thursday, 21/04/11 6:00 PM Beijing Alumni Seminar and Reception at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar: The Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) Wednesday, 20/04/11 1:00 PM The presentation will focus on the main forms of resistance the KPK have faced, and what effect they have had.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar: Shareholder Derivative Lawsuits in China Tuesday, 19/04/11 1:00 PM Professor Donald Clarke, from the George Washington University Law School is a visitor at the MLS, teaching "Chinese Law" in the Melbourne Law Masters Program.
	Sample Law Class: 'Is War Within the Law?', presented by Associate Professor Alison Duxbury Tuesday, 19/04/11 1:00 PM Are you an undergraduate student interested in law? Please join a lunchtime sample law class: a series focussing on a variety of legal issues across disciplines.
	Hong Kong Alumni Seminar and Reception Tuesday, 19/04/11 5:30 PM Hong Kong Alumni Seminar and Reception at Mallesons Stephen Jaques
	LSAT Information Session - for application for the Melbourne JD Tuesday, 19/04/11 6:00 PM The LSAT is one of the criteria for selection into the Melbourne JD. Attend this session to find out more about what it is, what it measures, and how it is used in the selection process.
	Rob Stary: In Conversation Wikileaks - Thursday, 14/04/11 12:30 PM Rob Stary: In Conversation: Wikileaks - "Shooting the Messenger" $35.00 - payment prior to event - Venue: Sotto e Sopra
	CCCS Seminar: The Right to Information in International Human Rights Law Thursday, 14/04/11 1:00 PM A/Prof McDonagh will present her paper 'The Right to Information in International Human Rights Law', which explores conceptual basis for the right to information.
	ALC Occasional Seminar: Access to Justice (by Iur. Zulminarni) Wednesday, 13/04/11 6:00 PM Iur. Zulminarni will discuss the challenges PEKKA, a non-government organisation supporting the rights of female-headed households in Indonesia, faces.
	UK Alumni Reception Wednesday, 13/04/11 6:30 PM United Kingdom Alumni Reception
	Sample Law Class: 'Law in Virtual Worlds', presented by Professor Andrew Christie Tuesday, 12/04/11 1:00 PM Are you an undergraduate student interested in law? Please join a lunchtime sample law class: a series focussing on a variety of legal issues across disciplines.
	The Legal Construction of Personal Work Relations: A New Model for the Foundation of Employment Relationships Tuesday, 12/04/11 5:30 PM One of the most intractable issues in employment law concerns the adequacy of the contract of employment as a basis for regulating employment relationships and social protection.
	'Slavery as Ownership: Exploring the Property Elements of Contemporary Slavery' Friday, 8/04/11 12:45 PM Drs Allain and Hickey from Queen's University, Belfast provide a sneak-preview of their project meant to establish the parameters of what constitutes 'slavery' in law.
	JD information session Thursday, 7/04/11 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2012 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Caron Beaton-Wells and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	The Policy, Politics and Law of Obama's Health Care Reform: Rhetoric vs. Reality Thursday, 7/04/11 7:00 PM Mark Hall outlines major elements of U.S. health care reform, explains key policy goals accomplished & compromised, & forecasts overturning reform through constitutional or political attacks
	Human Rights Panel: Using the Universal Periodic Review to Improve Human Rights Wednesday, 6/04/11 1:00 PM
	ALC Occasional Seminar: Ahmadiyah & Religious Persecution in Indonesia Tuesday, 5/04/11 6:00 PM Dr Nasution, Honorary Professorial Fellow (MLS) will speak on "Ahmadiyah and Religious Persecution in Indoneisa".
	Book Launch: Kirsty Gover, 'Tribal Constitutionalism: States Tribes and the Governance of Membership' Tuesday, 5/04/11 6:00 PM The CCCS and CREEL are co-hosting the launch of Kirsty Gover’s book: Tribal Constitutionalism: States Tribes and the Governance of Membership (OUP, 2010) on Tuesday 5 April at 6pm.
	'Panel Discussion on the International Intervention in Libya' Friday, 1/04/11 1:00 PM GJS and IILAH will present Tim McCormack, Anne Orford and Elizabeth Wilmshurst in conversation with Gerry Simpson on the international intervention in Libya, at Melbourne Law School.
March, 2011
	'The Targeted Killing Judgment of the Israeli Supreme Court and the Critique of Legal Violence' Thursday, 31/03/11 12:45 PM The seminar will focus on Walter Benjamin’s critique: distinction between two modalities of ‘legal violence’–lawmaking or foundational violence and law-preserving or administrative violence.
	Forced Labour or Slavery: Probing their Legal Parameters - Thursday 31 March Thursday, 31/03/11 1:00 PM During this lunchtime Labour Law Seminar, Dr Allain will consider the continuum of coercion from free labour through exploitation.
	Elizabeth Wilmshurst CMG presents ‘The Crime of Aggression and its place in the international criminal justice system’ Wednesday, 30/03/11 6:00 PM
	CREEL Seminar: The Legal Protection of the Amazon Thursday, 24/03/11 12:45 PM The Legal Protection of the Amazon. CREEL Guest Speaker: Dr Beatriz Garcia will discuss her book, “The Amazon: from an International Law Perspective”.
	JD information session - Adelaide Thursday, 24/03/11 6:00 PM Hear from Associate Professor Andrew Mitchell about the benefits of graduate law and the Melbourne JD experience at this Adelaide information session.
	JD information session - Sydney Thursday, 24/03/11 6:00 PM Hear from Professor Pip Nicholson about the benefits of graduate law and the Melbourne JD experience at this Sydney information session.
	Tolerance or Toleration? How to Deal with Religious Conflicts in Europe Wednesday, 23/03/11 1:00 PM Dr Zucca, of King's College London School of Law, distinguishes between tolerance and toleration as competing attitudes towards religious diversity.
	JD information session Tuesday, 22/03/11 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2012 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Caron Beaton-Wells and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	'Financial Services in the GATS and the Global Financial Crisis: A View from Singapore' Thursday, 17/03/11 12:45 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities invites to this public seminar presented by Associate Professor Dora Neo (Law, National University of Singapore).
	Guest Lecture Series - Starting at Law School. Ending on the High Court Thursday, 10/03/11 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Preparing for Work Seminar - Writing a winning resume and cover letter Wednesday, 9/03/11 1:00 PM
	Career Pathways Seminar - Spooks and spies: careers in intelligence Wednesday, 9/03/11 5:30 PM
	Melbourne Law School Graduation Ceremony and Reception Saturday, 5/03/11 10:30 AM Melbourne Law School will celebrate the graduation of students completing their studies in 2010, at the Conferring of Degrees Ceremony at 10.30 am, and a celebration Reception afterwards.
	Regulating decent work for domestic workers? Promise and perils of international standard setting Thursday, 3/03/11 1:00 PM This presentation builds on the ILO’s 2009 law and practice report from the International Labour Conference.
	Guest Lecture Series - Can 'Solution Focussed Judging' exist in a milieu of 'Law and Order'? Thursday, 3/03/11 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
February, 2011
	Melbourne Torts Workshop Friday, 25/02/11 9:00 AM The Obligations Group at Melbourne Law School will host the Melbourne Torts Workshop on Friday 25 February 2011.
	Dean's Luncheon for Graduates of the 1940's and 1950's Thursday, 24/02/11 12:00 PM Alumni Event: Dean's luncheon for Graduates of the 1940's and 1950's
	JOIN EMAIL LIST Wednesday, 23/02/11
	2011 ELSA Moot Court Competition on WTO Law Wednesday, 23/02/11 6:00 PM Can we import cloned sheep? Or adopt precautionary measures in situations of scientific uncertainty? Join us as the Moot Team presents their case in a simulated dispute before a WTO panel
	Book Launch - “Australian Cartel Regulation: Law, Policy and Practice in an International Context” Tuesday, 22/02/11 5:45 PM The launch will be hosted by Professor Bob Baxt AO, Chair of the Melbourne Law Masters Competition Law Program Advisory Board.
	'On the (possible) relationship of the EU Court of Justice with the UN Security Council and International Tribunals' Thursday, 17/02/11 5:30 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities is delighted to invite you to an IILAH Twilight Seminar presented by Professor Joe Verhoeven, Université Panthéon-Assas, Paris II.
	CCCS Seminar: The Emergence of East Asian Constitutionalism Tuesday, 15/02/11 1:00 PM National Taiwan University
	'Decon-figuring Borders – Re-bordering Figures' Thursday, 10/02/11 12:45 PM In this IILAH seminar Matthew Nicholson will explore how we have thought about 'international law' and how, perhaps, we might think differently.
	Asian Legal Dialogue: The Life of a Judge in Japan (in Japanese) Wednesday, 9/02/11 12:00 PM Judge Ueno will give an insight to the start of his career, as well as his experience as a legal apprentice.
	A Further Conversation with Elders: Bringing you up to date with the impacts of living under the Intervention Monday, 7/02/11 5:45 PM Hear from Elders from the Northern Territory and Central Australia how the government's Intervention program has had an impact on their communities.
	'Achieving greater coherence and mutual supportiveness between the trade and climate change regimes' Thursday, 3/02/11 12:45 PM This seminar will be hosted by the Centre for Resources, Energy and Environmental Law and the Institute for International Law and the Humanities at the Melbourne Law School.
	Graduate Study Expo Wednesday, 2/02/11 4:00 PM The Graduate Study Expo is the University of Melbourne's premiere event for potential graduate students to gather all the information required prior to applying for graduate study.
	'In The Name of the Victim: The Figure and Figuration of the Victim in International Criminal Justice ' Tuesday, 1/02/11 1:00 PM Maria Elander (PhD Candidate, Melbourne Law School) will present her confirmation seminar at the Melbourne Law School, hosted by the Office for Research in conjunction with IILAH.
January, 2011
	2011 Philip Jessup Exhibition Moot Thursday, 27/01/11 5:00 PM This is a simulated hearing before the International Court of Justice. Hear the debate on a range of aspects of international law - assasinations, hospital attacks, bribery & religious attire
	'Tax - it's more than numbers' Australasian Tax Teachers Association Conference Wednesday, 19/01/11 Join the 23rd Annual Conference of the Australasian Tax Teachers Association, co-hosted by the Melbourne Law School and the Monash University Taxation Law and Policy Research Institute.
December, 2010
	'figuring borders, bordering figures': Melbourne Doctoral Forum on Legal Theory Thursday, 16/12/10 8:45 AM A two-day workshop for doctoral and early career researchers to discuss questions of legal theory and methodology.
	Vietnamese Legal Studies Graduate Student Workshop - "Researching and Writing: Vietnamese Legal Change" Thursday, 16/12/10 10:00 AM This Workshop aims to bring together postgraduate students around Australia and New Zealand who are researching topics relating to Vietnamese legal studies.
	'Nomos, physis and sexual difference in 17th century civil philosophies: some reflections upon law and feminist politics' by Dr Maria Drakopoulou (Kent Law School) Thursday, 16/12/10 5:30 PM Professor Anne Orford (Melbourne Law School) and Ms Erica Millar (PhD, Gender Studies/Law) will act as discussants following the presentation of Dr Drakopoulou's paper.
	'Empirically Evaluating ICSID' presented by Professor Susan Franck (Washington and Lee University School of Law) Wednesday, 15/12/10 12:45 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities invites you to a lunch-time seminar at the Melbourne Law School presented by Professor Susan Franck.
	'ACT UP/Feel Up: Remembering ACT UP's Libidinal Politics ' by Professor Kendall Thomas Monday, 13/12/10 5:30 PM In this IILAH Public Seminar, Kendall Thomas, as a member of ACT UP New York, will explore recent critical writing on the "emotional politics" of the AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power.
	'Property Law' Conference Friday, 10/12/10 The Obligations Group is pleased to invite all academics who teach or research in the field of Property Law in Australia and New Zealand to a one day conference at Melbourne Law School
	'Responsibility Sharing or Shifting? Australia’s Proposals for a regional System of Refugee Protection', IILAH Workshop Friday, 10/12/10 9:00 AM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities will host an academic workshop to discuss the implications of Australia’s proposals for a regional protection framework.
	'Fissured Employment' by Professor David Weil Thursday, 9/12/10 1:00 PM This seminar will explore the causes of fissuring and its consequences on workplace conditions.
	'Regional Processing of Refugees: Is it Legal?' presented by Professor James C. Hathaway Thursday, 9/12/10 6:30 PM What are the legal limits on Australia's right to force refugees away from its refugee protection system? How have courts in other countries reacted to such plans?
	The 2011 Melbourne JD Preview Night Tuesday, 7/12/10 5:00 PM Opportunity for students who have been offered a place for the 2011 Melbourne JD to meet our current academic staff and students.
	Conversation at Masani Thursday, 2/12/10 6:00 PM Alumni and their guests are invited to join us for a conversation at Masani Restaurant in Carlton.
	The Impact of the Fair Work Act Collective Bargaining Framework: Is It Achieving the Government’s Policy Objectives? Wednesday, 1/12/10 1:00 PM This Labour Law Seminar will look at the collective bargaining rules in Part 2-4 of the Fair Work Act which have been in operation for around 16 months.
November, 2010
	The Future of Police Industrial Regulation in Australia: Lessons from Victoria Thursday, 25/11/10 1:00 PM This labour law seminar will examine the particular problems arising from the referral of police IR powers in Victoria and consider implications and lessons for future regulatory models.
	‘Mistrust, and the Pharmacology of Transformational Technologies’ presented by Professor Bernard Stiegler Thursday, 25/11/10 7:00 PM In this third seminar in the New Natures Series, Professor Bernard Stiegler will explore ‘Mistrust, and the Pharmacology of Transformational Technologies’
	Book Launch: Exploring Private Law Wednesday, 24/11/10 6:00 PM Invitation to attend a book launch: 'Exploring Private Law' edited by Elise Bant and Matthew Harding.
	6th Annual CILS Postgraduate Conference 2010 Monday, 22/11/10 9:00 AM This conference aims to bring together postgraduate students around Australia researching topics relating to Islam, benefiting from peer review and feedback from academic experts.
	The Eighth Annual Australasian Jury Conference; New Directions in Jury Reform, Research and Policy Friday, 19/11/10 9:00 AM Bringing together those interested in jury research and practice.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Thursday, 18/11/10 1:00 PM Judge Shimobaba will speak about his experience as a Judge in a rural Japanese Court, particularly the Omura Branch of the Nagasaki District Court.
	Rare Books Lecture 'The Modern History and Contemporary Issues of Law Reporting: From 1850 to the Online Revolution' Thursday, 18/11/10 5:30 PM Tracing the history of law reporting from the mid-ninteenth century to the modern era.
	Formal justice, community justice: initial discussion on tensions, territories and cooperation in Afghanistan, with Ms Sonja Litz (World Bank) Wednesday, 17/11/10 12:45 PM IILAH invites MLS faculty staff and students for a lunch-time seminar followed by a discussion.
	Conduct of Lawyers in Discovery: Room for Improvement? Wednesday, 17/11/10 5:15 PM The Civil Justice Research Group invites you to an inquiring and invigorating roundtable discussion focusing on the conduct of lawyers and ethical obligations in discovery.
	'Equity and Commercial Law' seminar by Mr Ben McFarlane Tuesday, 16/11/10 5:30 PM Melbourne Law School’s Obligations Group is pleased to invite you to a seminar to be presented by Mr Ben McFarlane of Trinity College, Oxford on ‘Equity and Commercial Law’.
	Melbourne JD Careers Counsellors' Seminar Wednesday, 10/11/10 11:00 AM Seminar for Victorian Careers Counsellors to learn more about the Melbourne JD, and meet academic and professional staff.
	Our forests, your pollution: Indonesian environmentalists speak out against Australia's carbon offset schemes Monday, 8/11/10 6:30 PM Two climate justice activists from Friends of the Earth Indonesia are joined by Muliadi from Central Kalimantan to discuss Australia’s plans for forest offsets in Indonesia.
	'Critical Legal Pluralism and the Everyday Life of Secondary School Students: Legal For Whom? Critical For What?' Thursday, 4/11/10 12:45 PM This IILAH presentation will appeal to anyone with an interest in legal pluralism, law and film scholarship, education law or young people and governance.
	'Development Law in India' - seminar Thursday, 4/11/10 1:00 PM In preparation for a Development and the Law study trip to India, four LLB students will be presenting their research topics on an area of development law.
	JD information session Thursday, 4/11/10 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2011 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Pip Nicholson and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
October, 2010
	Construction Law in 2010: Putting the Principles into Practice seminar and reception Thursday, 28/10/10 An opportunity for lawyers and industry professionals to share ideas about the key principles underpinning the law relating to the construction industry in Australia and overseas.
	Career Pathways Series - Policy and law – legal advisers in State Government Thursday, 28/10/10 1:00 PM
	'The end of the line' screening, hosted by IILAH and CREEL Thursday, 28/10/10 5:30 PM The End Of The Line, first major documentary on the devastating effect of overfishing and the profound implications of a future world with no fish resulting in certain mass starvation.
	Melbourne Law Masters 2011 Information Evening Wednesday, 27/10/10 6:00 PM The Melbourne Law Masters offers specialist masters degrees and graduate diplomas of unrivalled quality.
	'Foucault’s Critical (Yet Ambivalent) Affirmation: Three Figures of Rights' presented by Ben Golder Tuesday, 26/10/10 12:45 PM In this IILAH seminar Ben Golder will present a paper attempting to articulate a Foucaultian politics of human rights along the lines of a critical affirmation of human rights.
	Allen Hope Southey Memorial Lecture 2010: 'Are Property Rights Efficient?' Tuesday, 26/10/10 6:30 PM Economists say property law makes the market economy work. Following the global financial crisis, is this still true? Are property rights the best framework for modern commercial activity?
	ALC/ CCCS Roundtable - Visit by Delegation from China University of Political Science and Law Monday, 25/10/10 4:15 PM A visiting delegation from the China University of Political Science and Law will speak on the topic: "The Role of Law in Balancing the Rights of Citizen and State in the PRC".
	Gender Pay Equity Regulation in Australia and the Equal Remuneration Test Case Thursday, 21/10/10 1:00 PM This labour law seminar will address the current shape of gender pay equity regulation in Australian labour law.
	Career Pathways Series - Working in New York: how to make it happen Thursday, 21/10/10 1:00 PM
	Launch: Third Edition of the Australian Guide to Legal Citation Thursday, 21/10/10 6:00 PM The Melbourne University Law Review and the Melbourne Journal of International Law cordially invite you to the launch of the third edition of the Australian Guide to Legal Citation.
	Inaugural Professorial Lecture by Professor Dr. Iur. Adnan Buyung Nasution - "Towards Constitutional Democracy in Indonesia" Wednesday, 20/10/10 6:15 PM Prof. Dr. Iur. Adnan Buyung Nasution is widely regarded as Indonesia's leading advocate and trial lawyer. He has been appointed a Honorary Professorial Fellow in the Melbourne Law School.
	Europe: Construction & Perception - Guest Lecture Tuesday, 19/10/10 1:00 PM His Excellency Mr Patrick Renault, Ambassador of Belgium will present a public lecture titled "Europe: Construction & Perception"
	'Untold Stories: Hidden Histories of War Crimes Trials' Thursday, 14/10/10 1:00 PM A three-day international symposium with over thirty scholars including PhD students, which will uncover and explore some of the less well-known war crimes trials.
	Career Pathways Series - Working in the not-for-profit sector Thursday, 14/10/10 1:00 PM
	'The Crime of Aggression' Public Lecture Thursday, 14/10/10 6:00 PM The Lecture is the keynote address for the three-day international symposium "Untold Stories: Hidden Histories of War Crimes Trials"
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar: Indonesia: Religious Freedom at the Crossroads? by Dr M. Syafi'i Anwar Wednesday, 13/10/10 1:00 PM Dr Anwar will discuss threats to the future of democracy and human rights in Indonesia, particularly religious freedom.
	ALC Book Launch, "Legal Education in Asia: Globalization, Change and Contexts"; Launch of Malcolm D H Smith Memorial Scholarship Wednesday, 13/10/10 5:45 PM “Legal Education in Asia: Globalization, Change and Contexts” (Routledge, 2009) has been published in remembrance of Professor Malcolm Smith, Founding Director of the Asian Law Centre.
	Rights, Interpretation and the Rule of Law Tuesday, 12/10/10 1:00 PM Dr Richard Ekins will present his paper 'Rights, Interpretation and the Rule of Law'
	JD Information Session Tuesday, 12/10/10 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2011 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Pip Nicholson and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	Book Launch, 'Events: The Force of International Law' by Sundhya Pahuja, Fleur Johns and Richard Joyce. Friday, 8/10/10 6:00 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities will host the launch of a new book 'Events: The Force of International Law' by Sundhya Pahuja, Fleur Johns and Richard Joyce.
	ALC/CILS Research Seminar: All Politics is Local: MUI at the Sub-National Level Wednesday, 6/10/10 1:00 PM Mr. Fenwick's will speak about the MUI, including its internal governance, operation and challenges.
	Preparing for Work Series - The Australian workplace culture and etiquette – how to make the best impression in the Australian workplace! Wednesday, 6/10/10 1:00 PM
	Bushfires-Leadership-Royal Commission and Legalities (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 5/10/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Law in the Field legal research workshop Friday, 1/10/10 1:00 PM A half-day workshop exploring the collection and use of fieldwork data in legal research.
September, 2010
	ALC / CILS Research Seminar: Gender Discourse and Activism of Progressive Muslims in Indonesia: Struggles and Strategies Wednesday, 29/09/10 1:00 PM This presentation will argue that Indonesian Islamic Feministis have articulated diverse voices and strategies along a spectrum of traditionalist Muslims.
	Public Interest Law Opportunities and Obstacles: The 2010 Conference of the Civil Justice Research Group Melbourne Law School Monday, 27/09/10 The conference aims to promote dialogue between groups with a common interest and trigger discussion on public interest law, cases and issues.
	ALC Occasional Seminar - Inter-Religious Conflict in Eastern Indonesia Wednesday, 22/09/10 6:15 PM The Rev. Prof. Haire will analyse the background and dynamics to the conflict in Eastern Indonesia and the processes by which resolution was achieved.
	Career Pathways Series - Going green: working in environmental and climate change law and policy Thursday, 16/09/10 1:00 PM
	Not So Simple: Child Soldiers, Justice, and the International Legal Imagination Thursday, 16/09/10 5:30 PM Professor Mark A Drumbl from Washington and Lee University will present a lecture titled "Not So Simple: Child Soldiers, Justice, and the International Legal Imagination" on 16 September.
	LSS - Mooting Grand Final Thursday, 16/09/10 6:30 PM
	ALC/CILS Research Seminar: Art or Pornography? Threats of Violence and the Law against Pinkswing Park Art Installation by Indonesia’s Islamic Defenders Front Wednesday, 15/09/10 1:00 PM This seminar will demonstrate that the outcome of the Pinkswing Park case was a victory for the conservative Islamists, as was the subsequent passing of the Pornography Law in 2008.
	Preparing for Work Series - Didn’t get a clerkship? What to do next! Wednesday, 15/09/10 1:00 PM
	'The Civil Procedure Bill 2010 - What It Means For Law And Practice In Victoria', presented at the Supreme Court of Victoria Wednesday, 15/09/10 5:00 PM The Civil Justice Research Group (Melbourne Law School) together with the Supreme Court are delighted to invite you to a seminar hosted at the Supreme Court of Victoria.
	The 2011 Melbourne JD Preview Night Wednesday, 15/09/10 5:00 PM Opportunity for students who have been offered a place for the 2011 Melbourne JD to meet our current academic staff and students.
	Getting your Act Together (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 14/09/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Career Pathways Series - Saving the world: an insider’s perspective on working in international humanitarian law Thursday, 9/09/10 1:00 PM
	'Justice: What's the Rights Thing to Do', presented by Mr John Tobin Thursday, 9/09/10 5:15 PM Are you interested in a law degree or curious to find out more about how the law relates to the world you live in? Come along to one of a series of lunchtime sample law classes.
	LSS - Witness Examination Grand Final Thursday, 9/09/10 6:30 PM
	ALC: Asian Legal Dialogue - Controlling Financial (White-collar) Crime in China: The Role of Criminal Penalty Wednesday, 8/09/10 1:00 PM This seminar will address issues currently faced in controlling financial crime in China.
	Reforming the Law - Public Sector Approaches (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 7/09/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Careers in Human Rights - From the local to the international Tuesday, 7/09/10 5:15 PM Melbourne Law School invites you to a seminar where three former students will speak about their human rights work in Australia and overseas.
	JD information session Tuesday, 7/09/10 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2011 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Caron Beaton-Wells and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue KS Yun Monday, 6/09/10 1:00 PM Mr Yun is a labour attorney in Korea and a member of the Certified Public Labour Attorneys Association of Korea.
	'Using Environmental Law To Respond To Climate Change', presented by Professor Lee Godden Monday, 6/09/10 1:00 PM Are you interested in a law degree or curious to find out more about how the law relates to the world you live in? Come along to one of a series of lunchtime sample law classes.
	2010 Great Academic Debate: Is law more important than engineering? Wednesday, 1/09/10 1:00 PM Is the 21st century the age of the machine or the mind? Who really is leading society - the lawyers or the engineers?
	Preparing for Work Series - Watching your online footprint and job hunting using social media Wednesday, 1/09/10 1:00 PM
August, 2010
	Lifting the Veil of Secrecy on Legalised Cruelty - My Life as an Animal Lawyer (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 31/08/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	The Principle of Military Necessity in International Humanitarian Law Tuesday, 31/08/10 6:00 PM Professor Michael Schmitt, University of Durham, will present a public lecture, titled 'The Principle of Military Necessity in International Humanitarian Law' on Tuesday 31 August at 6.00pm
	'Law in Virtual Worlds", presented by Professor Andrew Christie Monday, 30/08/10 1:00 PM Are you interested in a law degree or curious to find out more about how the law relates to the world you live in? Come along to one of a series of lunchtime sample law classes.
	Australia Institute of International Affairs Careers Conference Friday, 27/08/10 8:45 AM
	Career Pathways Series - Begin your journey to the Bar Thursday, 26/08/10 1:00 PM
	1970-1979 Reunion of MLS Graduates Thursday, 26/08/10 6:00 PM Alumni Reunion for Melbourne Law School Graduates of the 1970's
	Preparing for Work Series - Practical Legal Training Information Session 2 Wednesday, 25/08/10 1:00 PM
	'Legal regulation of human stem cell technology" presented by Professor Loane Skene Wednesday, 25/08/10 1:00 PM Are you interested in a law degree or curious to find out more about how the law relates to the world you live in? Come along to one of a series of lunchtime sample law classes.
	Towards a World Court of Human Rights (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 24/08/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	'The erosion of the right to privacy in the fight against terrorism', presented by Professor Martin Scheinin Tuesday, 24/08/10 5:30 PM Martin Scheinin will discuss his recent report to the Human Rights Council in which he raised a number of concerns about the protection of the right to privacy in the fight against terrorism
	1960-1969 Reunion of MLS Graduates Tuesday, 24/08/10 6:00 PM Reunion for graduates of the 1960's
	'Consumer Protection Law and Online Shopping', presented by Dr Jeannie Paterson Monday, 23/08/10 1:00 PM Are you interested in a law degree or curious to find out more about how the law relates to the world you live in? Come along to one of a series of lunchtime sample law classes.
	Preparing for Work Series: Reprieve Volunteer Talk Monday, 23/08/10 1:00 PM
	Workshop - Women and Tax: The Impact of the Henry Tax Review Friday, 20/08/10 2:15 PM The workshop will address the implications of the Review of Australia's Future Tax System (the Henry review) for women's financial wellbeing/incomes; and child care funding
	Career Pathways Series - Crunching the numbers - life as an in-house banking and finance lawyer Thursday, 19/08/10 1:00 PM
	Why Become a Lawyer? A Conversation with Indigenous Lawyers Thursday, 19/08/10 5:30 PM Four indigenous lawyers and law students will discuss why they considered a legal career worthwhile and the key challenges they have experienced.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar: The Shortcomings of the International Law on Piracy and Maritime Terrorism: Options for Strengthening Maritime Security in the Malacca Strait Wednesday, 18/08/10 1:00 PM This research seminar will investigate the shortcomings of the international law of the sea in combating piracy and maritime terrorism in the Malacca Strait.
	Preparing for Work Series - Practical Legal Training Information Session 1 Wednesday, 18/08/10 1:00 PM
	'Distinguishing between exploitative and non-exploitative peacekeeping sex: the wrongs of ‘zero tolerance’', PhD Completion Seminar by Ms Olivera Simic Tuesday, 17/08/10 12:45 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities together with the Office for Research will host Ms Olivera Simic’s PhD Completion Seminar at the Melbourne Law School.
	Andrew Lovett - An AFL Employment Law Case Study (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 17/08/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	'Religious Freedom and Women’s Rights: Conflicts and Convergence', presented by Professor Carolyn Evans Tuesday, 17/08/10 1:00 PM Are you interested in a law degree or curious to find out more about how the law relates to the world you live in? Come along to one of a series of lunchtime sample law classes.
	'Genes, Biotechnologies and Legal Imaginings: A Feminist Analysis of Intellectual Property', PhD Completion Seminar by Ms Cressida Limon Tuesday, 17/08/10 2:30 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities together with the Office for Research will host Ms Cressida Limon's PhD Completion Seminar at the Melbourne Law School.
	Annual Tax Lecture 2010 Tuesday, 17/08/10 5:30 PM This lecture series was launched by the Tax Group with the purpose of placing the development of the tax law in its historical context, and to inform public debate on current tax issues.
	'Competition Authorities for the 21st Century' presented by Professor William Kovacic Friday, 13/08/10 1:00 PM The Inaugural Baxt Lecture in Competition Law, "Competition Authorities for the 21st Century" will be presented by Professor William Kovacic
	Constitutionalization of the European Court of Human Rights through “pilot judgments”? Friday, 13/08/10 1:00 PM Professor Wojciech Sadurski
	The Supreme Court of Victoria Commercial Law Conference - Current Issues in Commercial Law Friday, 13/08/10 2:00 PM This conference is co-sponsored by the Supreme Court of Victoria and the Centre for Corporate Law and Securities Regulation, Melbourne Law School, in association with the Victorian Bar Association and the Law Institute of Victoria.
	'Power to Create Change: National Inquiry Experiences of National Human Rights Institutions in the Asia-Pacific', PhD Completion Seminar by Ms Meg Brodie Thursday, 12/08/10 12:45 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities together with the Office for Research will host Ms Meg Brodie's PhD Completion Seminar at the Melbourne Law School.
	Career Pathways Series - Why choose plaintiff law? Careers in personal injury including medical negligence Thursday, 12/08/10 1:00 PM
	'Fixing the Prices of Cardboard Boxes: Should Cartel Conduct be Criminal?' Presented by Associate Professor Caron Beaton-Wells Thursday, 12/08/10 1:00 PM Are you interested in a law degree or curious to find out more about how the law relates to the world you live in? Come along to one of a series of lunchtime sample law classes.
	JD information session - Novotel Glen Waverley Thursday, 12/08/10 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2011 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Pip Nicholson and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	Preparing for Work Series - Got a clerkship interview? Prepare for the day with interview tips & tricks! Wednesday, 11/08/10 1:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - A/Prof Kota Fukui: The Changing Role and Image of Lawyers in Japanese Corporations Wednesday, 11/08/10 1:00 PM This presentation aims to introduce the current legal needs, role and image of lawers in Japanese corporate society, and discusses the future of corporate in-house attorneys in Japan.
	Sentencing - A Judge’s Perspective (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 10/08/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	'Past Lives and Future Hopes: A Vision to End Animal Suffering' presented by Ms Joyce Tischler Monday, 9/08/10 1:00 PM Joyce Tischler, Co-Founder and General Counsel for the US Animal Legal Defense Fund, will visit Melbourne Law School as part of a nationwide lecture series.
	'Humanitarian Intervention: Noble Cause or Gendered Paradigm?', presented by Ms Gina Heathcote Thursday, 5/08/10 12:45 PM This paper analyses international legal justifications for the use of force on humanitarian grounds, also reiterated by President Obama in his Nobel acceptance speech (2009).
	Career Pathways Series - Escape the rat race: careers in rural Victoria Thursday, 5/08/10 1:00 PM
	'The Use and Abuse of Resulting Trusts', Presented by William Swadling Thursday, 5/08/10 5:30 PM Melbourne Law School's Obligations Group is pleased to invite you to a seminar by William Swadling, Senior Law Fellow, Reader in Property Law at the University of Oxford.
	A Stifling Climate: Democracy, Coal Protest Laws and the Climate Movement Thursday, 5/08/10 6:00 PM
	Israel as a Jewish State: What Does it Mean? Can it be Justified? Thursday, 5/08/10 6:30 PM Professor Ruth Gavison will present the 2010 Sir Kenneth Bailey Memorial Lecture honouring the Fourth Dean of Melbourne Law School, Kenneth Hamilton Bailey
	2010 Employment Experience Fair Wednesday, 4/08/10 12:00 PM The 2010 Employment Experience Fair run by Careers & Employment gives you a chance to chat to organisations and find out about paid employment.
	Preparing for Work Series - Current visa situation for international students Wednesday, 4/08/10 1:00 PM
	The Role of Law for a Company Director (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 3/08/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Book Launch - 'Money and Politics: The democracy we can’t afford' by Joo-Cheong Tham Tuesday, 3/08/10 5:45 PM A panel will discuss the key challenges posed by money in Australian politics.
July, 2010
	Career Pathways Series - A day in the life of a media & communications lawyer Thursday, 29/07/10 1:00 PM
	Preparing for Work Series - How to build your career Wednesday, 28/07/10 1:00 PM
	Peace vs Justice (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 27/07/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	International Public Lecture – Presented by the Chief Justice of the United States, the Honourable John G. Roberts, Jr. Tuesday, 27/07/10 6:30 PM We are delighted to present this significant international public lecture by the Chief Justice of the United States, the Honourable John G. Roberts, Jr.
	'Looking into the Void: A Dialogue on Cinematic Representations of Lawless Spaces' presented by Professor Shulamit Almog and Professor Ruth Buchanan Monday, 26/07/10 5:30 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities will present a seminar on ‘law and film’, a dialogue between Professor Shulamit Almog and Professor Ruth Buchanan.
	Book Launch: ‘Tax Avoidance in Australia’ by The Hon Justice Tony Pagone Friday, 23/07/10 5:30 PM The Melbourne Law School and the Australian Italian Lawyers Association are delighted to invite you to the launch of Justice Tony Pagone’s book “Tax Avoidance in Australia”.
	'Non-union collective voice mechanisms: Employer strategies and union responses' presented by Dr Paul Gollan Wednesday, 21/07/10 1:00 PM This seminar will explore management strategies towards the development of NCV arrangements and union responses to such arrangements in predominately English speaking countries
	JD information session Tuesday, 20/07/10 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2011 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Pip Nicholson and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	Kuala Lumpur Alumni Seminar and Reception Tuesday, 20/07/10 7:00 PM
	New Voices in Media Law: Centre for Media and Communications Law Medal 2010 Friday, 16/07/10 The inaugural Centre for Media and Communications Law Medal seeks succinct, innovative analyses of contemporary issues in media law. Applications close on 26 July 2010.
	'Obligations V: Rights & Private Law' Conference Wednesday, 14/07/10 Melbourne Law School's Obligations Group presents 'Obligations V: Rights & Private Law' Conference, co-hosted by University of Melbourne and University of Oxford
	Shanghai Alumni Seminar and Reception Wednesday, 14/07/10 6:00 PM
	Whistleblowing Law Reform in the USA & Australia: Challenges and Next Steps Tuesday, 13/07/10 1:00 PM The Australian Government has committed to a far-reaching new public sector Public Interest Disclosure Act, and is currently reviewing private sector whistleblower protection under Part 9.4AAA of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
	'The South of International Law' Thursday, 8/07/10 10:00 AM The aim of this intensive workshop is to develop the repertoires of thinking through the laws that position the South in the domains of international laws.
	Beijing Alumni Seminar and Reception Thursday, 8/07/10 4:00 PM
	Who Owns The News? Thursday, 8/07/10 5:30 PM A Panel Discussion hosted by CMCL, Melbourne Business School and IPRIA.
	'Treaty Enforcement in Domestic Courts: A Comparative Analysis' presented by Professor David Sloss Thursday, 1/07/10 1:00 PM Professor Sloss will discuss the question 'Do domestic courts provide remedies to private parties who are harmed by a violation of their treaty-based primary rights?'
	'Preparing for Work: Preparing for Seasonal Clerkship applications' presented by the Law Institute of Victoria Thursday, 1/07/10 5:30 PM
June, 2010
	Hong Kong Alumni Seminar and Reception Wednesday, 30/06/10 1:00 PM Seminar and Reception
	'The Future of Human Rights Litigation in US Courts', presented by Professor Ingrid Wuerth Tuesday, 29/06/10 6:00 PM In this seminar Professor Wuerth will present a paper that will provide a “state of play” look at important legal issues under the Alien Tort Statute.
	'Workplace Consequences of Electronic Exhibitionism and Voyeurism' presented by Mr William Herbert Tuesday, 22/06/10 1:00 PM This Labour Law seminar will explore contemporary workplace issues resulting from the related social phenomena of electronic exhibitionism and voyeurism.
	'The Atomic Bombing and the Shimoda Case: The Lessons of Hiroshima and Nagasaki' presented by Professor Yuki Tanaka Tuesday, 15/06/10 6:00 PM Prof Tanaka analyses the damage caused by the atomic bombings, and explores ways to criminalize the use of nuclear weapons through an examination of the relevant positive international laws.
	Private Military Companies on the battlefield: Challenges for IHL Tuesday, 8/06/10 6:00 PM Dr Melzer, Legal Adviser for the ICRC, addresses the challenges that States and non-state actors face when dealing with increasing numbers of private military companies on the battlefield.
	Law Graduate Research Colloquium Wednesday, 2/06/10 9:15 AM
	'Secrecy, security and the media: how counter-terrorism laws affect media reporting in Australia and the UK' presented by Dr Lawrence McNamara Tuesday, 1/06/10 5:30 PM This seminar explores preliminary research into how the media is affected by laws that govern how information about terrorism is obtained and conveyed to the public. Sydney & Melbourne.
May, 2010
	'The (Ir)relevance of North America in Australia's National Charter Debate' presented by Dr Jason Pierce Monday, 31/05/10 1:00 PM The CCCS invites you to a seminar by Dr Jason Pierce who will address the topic 'The (Ir)relevance of North America in Australia's National Charter Debate'.
	'Does Judicial Independence Matter?' presented by The Hon Chief Justice Marilyn Warren AC Thursday, 27/05/10 6:30 PM The Annual Law Week Oration proudly presented by Melbourne Law School and the Victoria Law Foundation
	'Chivalry without a Horse: The Impact of Military Honour on the Modern Law of Armed Conflict', presented by Rain Liivoja Tuesday, 25/05/10 12:45 PM This presentation considers the imprint that military honour in its medieval guise, usually called chivalry, has left on the modern law of armed conflict.
	Considering Law? Sample a typical law class: 'The Duke, his gardener and Tax Avoidance' - presented by Associate Professor Ann O'Connell Tuesday, 25/05/10 1:00 PM Are you interested in a law degree or curious to find out more about how the law relates to the world you live in? Come along to one of a series of lunchtime sample law classes.
	Melbourne Law School Awards Ceremony Tuesday, 25/05/10 6:00 PM Celebrating the achievements of Melbourne Law School students - Awards presentation ceremony for awards and scholarships
	Book Launch: 'Gender Stereotyping Transnational Legal Perspectives' by Rebecca J. Cook and Simone Cusack Thursday, 20/05/10 5:30 PM Professor Hilary Charlesworth (ANU) will launch the “Gender Stereotyping Transnational Legal Perspectives” book, hosted by the Institute for International Law and the Humanities.
	CILS Research Seminar: Local Women's NGO's and the Reform of Islamic Law in Aceh Wednesday, 19/05/10 1:00 PM This presentation focuses on how a local women's NGO in Aceh has responded to the implementation of Islamic Law. Dina Afrianty is a PhD student in the Centre for Islamic Law and Society.
	'A Conversation with Aboriginal Elders from the Northern Territory' Wednesday, 19/05/10 6:00 PM The Panel will be discussing the NT Intervention and invites you to suggest topics to be included.
	JD information session - Sydney Wednesday, 19/05/10 6:30 PM Considering law? Consider the Melbourne JD. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Professor Professor Adrienne Stone, Melbourne Law School, about the Melbourne JD experience.
	Considering Law? Sample a typical law class: "Informed Consent" - presented by Professor David Studdert Tuesday, 18/05/10 1:00 PM Are you interested in a law degree or curious to find out more about how the law relates to the world you live in? Come along to one of a series of lunchtime sample law classes.
	The Beverly Case: Litigating against government Tuesday, 18/05/10 1:00 PM This is part of a series of weekly lectures focussing on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	'The U.S. Supreme Court Meets the 'War on Terror': A Discussion of U.S. Supreme Court Decisions' presented by Professor Elizabeth Magill Tuesday, 18/05/10 1:00 PM The CCCS invites you to a seminar by US constitutional law scholar Elizabeth Magill on the US Supreme Court decisions that consider various aspects of the post-9/11 legal regime in the USA.
	JD information session - 18 May Tuesday, 18/05/10 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2011 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Pip Nicholson and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	Considering Law? Sample a typical law class: 'Using contracts effectively: to sign or not to sign' presented by Mr Matthew Bell Monday, 17/05/10 1:00 PM Are you interested in a law degree or curious to find out more about how the law relates to the world you live in? Come along to one of a series of lunchtime sample law classes.
	Career Pathways: Teach for Australia Information Session Thursday, 13/05/10 1:00 PM Teach For Australia is an innovative, not for profit organisation working to confront educational disadvantage in Australia. Come along to find out how to get involved.
	JD information session - Brisbane Thursday, 13/05/10 4:30 PM Considering law? Consider the Melbourne JD. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Professor Michael Crommelin AO, Dean, Melbourne Law School about the Melbourne JD experience.
	JD information session - Canberra Thursday, 13/05/10 6:00 PM Considering law? Consider the Melbourne JD. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Associate Professor Pip Nicholson, Associate Dean, Melbourne JD, about the Melbourne JD experience.
	'Transnational Labour Regulation and the Limits of Governance' presented by Professor Kevin Kolben Wednesday, 12/05/10 1:00 PM In this Labour Law seminar, Professor Kevin Kolben will outline an alternative approach to transnational labour regulation that seeks to create discursive mechanisms and institutions.
	'Preparing for Work: Current visa situation for international students' presented by Mr Jensen Ma Wednesday, 12/05/10 1:00 PM
	'The Shape of the Australian Legal Profession and the Impact of the National Profession Reform Project' presented by Mr Andrew Grech Tuesday, 11/05/10 1:00 PM This is part of a series of weekly lectures focussing on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Considering Law? Sample a typical law class: 'How the law regulates financial services: too much, too little or just right?' presented by Mr Andrew Godwin Tuesday, 11/05/10 1:00 PM Are you interested in a law degree or curious to find out more about how the law relates to the world you live in? Come along to one of a series of lunchtime sample law classes
	'The Public Functions and Accountability of ADR' presented by Professor Carrie Menkel-Meadow Monday, 10/05/10 6:00 PM Professor Menkel-Meadow will address the issues raised by the critiques of ADR (alternative dispute resolution) as a “privatisation of public dispute resolution functions.”
	Considering Law? Sample a typical law class: 'Music and the copyright instrument: beyond Down Under' - presented by Associate Professor David Brennan Friday, 7/05/10 1:00 PM Are you interested in a law degree or curious to find out more about how the law relates to the world you live in? Come along to one of a series of lunchtime sample law classes
	'Career Pathways: Why choose Plaintiff Law? The personal injury experience' presented by Mr Tony Carbone Thursday, 6/05/10 1:00 PM
	JD information session Thursday, 6/05/10 6:00 PM Considering Law in 2011 or beyond? Hear from Associate Professor Pip Nicholson and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	'Preparing for Work: Building professional relationships: it's essential for career success' presented by Ms Robyn Campbell Wednesday, 5/05/10 1:00 PM
	ALC/CILS Research Seminar: 'Indonesia, Militant Islam and Ahmadiyah: Origins and Implications' presented by Ms Melissa Crouch Wednesday, 5/05/10 1:00 PM Melissa will analyse the origins of Ahmadiyah and, in particular, its formation in Indonesia. This presentation is the launch of Melissa's Background Paper.
	JD information session - Perth Tuesday, 4/05/10 5:00 PM Considering law? Consider the Melbourne JD. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Professor Michael Crommelin AO, Dean, Melbourne Law School about the Melbourne JD experience.
April, 2010
	London Market Update Thursday, 29/04/10 1:00 PM Angela Edwards, Careers Office Manager, has recently returned from London where she met with key London firms. Come and hear her give an update on the London legal market.
	'Regulating Unfair Terms in Standard Form Consumer Contracts' - presented by Dr Jeannie Paterson Wednesday, 28/04/10 5:30 PM Melbourne Law School's Obligations Group presents ‘Regulating Unfair Terms in Standard Form Consumer Contracts’ by Dr Jeannie Paterson
	Litigating CAL in the High Court (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 27/04/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Reunion for the Class of 1960 at Melbourne Law School Friday, 23/04/10 12:00 PM Reunion Lunch
	POSTPONED TO SEMESTER 2: Career Pathways: Commercial law not for you? An overview of career opportunities in the not-for-profit sector Thursday, 22/04/10 1:00 PM
	New Natures Seminar Series. 'The People's Two Bodies: Modernity and the Endgames of Sovereignty' Wednesday, 21/04/10 9:30 AM Conversations between political, theological and psychoanalytic theory, as well as literary and artistic criticism, reflecting on the nature of human life, law, politics, thought and history
	Law Public Lecture Series - Legal issues across disciplines Wednesday, 21/04/10 1:00 PM Are you a current University of Melbourne student interested in legal issues? Come along to our lunchtime law lecture series which focusses on different legal issues across disciplines.
	Preparing for Work: Interviews : Tips and Tricks Wednesday, 21/04/10 1:00 PM
	‘Strengthening Statutory Unconscionable Conduct and the Franchising Code of Conduct - The Report, The Government's Response, and The Regulatory Road Ahead’ by Bryan Horrigan Wednesday, 21/04/10 5:30 PM ‘Strengthening Statutory Unconscionable Conduct and the Franchising Code of Conduct - The Report, The Government's Response, and The Regulatory Road Ahead’, by Professor Bryan Horrigan
	Open for Business? China’s Telecommunications Service Market and the WTO Wednesday, 21/04/10 5:30 PM This seminar investigates key commercial and legal barriers to foreign entry into China’s telecommunications service market.
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue: LSM, Perempuan dan Islam di Indonesia (NGO's, Women and Islam in Indonesia) Tuesday, 20/04/10 12:30 PM Kyai Muhammad Husein is one of Indonesia's leading progressive Muslim thinkers, working on gender and law in Islam. Marzuki Wahid is an Indonesian Muslim leader and gender activist.
	Litigation Seeking to Protect the Environment – Why is it so Hard to Win? (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 20/04/10 1:00 PM Please be advised this lecture will now take place on Tuesday 20 April.
	CREEL Book Launch: Comparative Perspectives on Communal Lands and Individual Ownership: Sustainable Futures Tuesday, 20/04/10 5:45 PM CREEL invites you to the launch of Professor Lee Godden’s and Associate Professor Maureen Tehan’s book,Comparative Perspectives on Communal Lands and Individual Ownership Sustainable Futures
	Hong Kong Law Fair 2010 Monday, 19/04/10 12:00 PM
	Career Pathways: A day in the life of a public prosecutor Thursday, 15/04/10 1:00 PM
	CCCS/Electoral Regulation Network Seminar: “The relationship between the First Amendment and US Campaign Finance Law.” Thursday, 15/04/10 1:00 PM The CCCS and the Electoral Regulation Network invite you to attend a seminar by Professor Samuel Issacharoff, NYU, with commentary provided by Dr Joo-Cheong Tham, MLS.
	Civil Justice Twilight Seminar, Settlement and Closure in Mass Litigation: Private Claims, Aggregate Rights Thursday, 15/04/10 4:30 PM An intimate Twilight Seminar presented by The Civil Justice Research Group, Settlement and Closure in Mass Litigation: Private Claims, Aggregate Rights by Professor Sam Issacharoff.
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar - Just the Facts: The Case for Workplace Transparency Thursday, 15/04/10 5:00 PM Professor Cynthia Estlund from New York University School of Law will present a Labour Law Seminar on the topic - "Just the Facts: The Case for Workplace Transparency".
	UK Law Alumni Cocktail Reception Thursday, 15/04/10 6:00 PM Melbourne University Law School cocktail reception for UK-based alumni and friends
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar: Dr Gunbileg Boldbaatar: Transitional Legal System of Mongolia Wednesday, 14/04/10 1:00 PM The development of Mongolia’s present legal system, factors affected by the former Soviet ideology, transplantation suggestions and these influences on reality are examined by Dr Boldbaatar.
	Preparing for Work: Practical Legal Training Information Session Wednesday, 14/04/10 5:30 PM
	2010 New Natures Lecture Series: 'When Natural Differences Substitute for Constructed Oppositions: Towards a World Culture' Wednesday, 14/04/10 5:30 PM New Natures Public Seminar Series - an opportunity for sustained reflection on nature's capture by juridical thought, and its implications for the most pressing governmental questions
	Leading Bioethicist Visits Melbourne Law School Tuesday, 13/04/10
	JD Breakfast information session - at the State Library Tuesday, 13/04/10 7:30 AM Considering a change of career? Hear from Assoc. Prof. Pip Nicholson about the the opportunities the Melbourne JD could open up for you - breakfast information session at the State Library
	Navigating the Maze: The Australian Law Reform Commission's Family Violence Inquiry (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 13/04/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Career Pathways: Judicial Associateships: Why do one? Thursday, 1/04/10 1:00 PM
March, 2010
	Preparing for Work: Job Applications: everything you need to know Wednesday, 31/03/10 1:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Series - Mr Peter Dirou: Food Security, Development and Law: Insights from the Indonesian Experience Wednesday, 31/03/10 1:00 PM Mr Dirou will explore the background to the Indonesian approach to food security.
	IILAH/IPRIA Seminar: TRIPS at 15: A New Centre of Gravity? Reflections on the Evolution of the TRIPS Agreement Friday, 26/03/10 12:45 PM IILAH and IPRIA warmly invite you to attend this seminar presented by Tony Taubman, Director, Intellectual Property Division, World Trade Organization.
	Career Pathways: The Big 4: More than just tax! Thursday, 25/03/10 1:00 PM
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar: Women at work in Nordic countries – the workfare model and the ideology of the self-supporting individual Thursday, 25/03/10 1:00 PM This seminar will address present issues concerning equality between men and women at work in the Nordic countries, with a focus on Sweden and Norway.
	Career Pathways: Insights into Working in China Thursday, 25/03/10 2:00 PM Jesse T H Chang has been advising clients on direct investments in China for almost 30 years. He will present a seminar discussing the Chinese legal environment and working there.
	CREEL Climate Change and International Intervention - Examining the Implications of Donor Based Organisations and Ecological Service Provisions Workshop Wednesday, 24/03/10 9:00 AM ‘Climate Change and International Intervention- Examining the Implications of Donor Based Organisations and Ecological Service Provisions’ Workshop
	IILAH Seminar: Developing Countries in WTO Dispute Settlement Wednesday, 24/03/10 12:45 PM Mr Frieder Roessler, Executive Director of the Advisory Centre on WTO Law (ACWL), will present this seminar as part of the IILAH Global Trade Research Programme.
	Preparing for Work: Developing a first class CV Wednesday, 24/03/10 1:00 PM
	IILAH Seminar: Making Women’s Rights a Reality in Australia: Engaging the procedures of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women Wednesday, 24/03/10 4:00 PM Seminar for Women’s Rights Supporters: Activists, Researchers, LegalPractitioners, Students, Non-Governmental Organisations, Community Legal Centres.
	JD information session Wednesday, 24/03/10 6:00 PM Considering law in 2011 or beyond? Hear from Assoc. Prof. Pip Nicholson and current JD students about the Melbourne JD experience.
	The Professional Landscape for the Media/Entertainment Lawyer (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 23/03/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	CCCS Seminar: “Shades of Dialogue: How Different are the NZ Bill of Rights and the Victorian Charter?” Tuesday, 23/03/10 1:00 PM The CCCS invites you to a brownbag seminar by Claudia Geiringer, Victoria University of Wellington, on differences between the NZ Bill of Rights and the Victorian Charter of Human Rights.
	Memory, Trauma and Reconciliation in Post-War Bosnia and Herzegovina Tuesday, 23/03/10 6:00 PM
	Career Pathways: Writing the laws – Careers in legislative drafting Monday, 22/03/10 1:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Series: Professor Zhan Kun Sun - The U.S.-Japan Security Alliance Monday, 22/03/10 1:00 PM Prof Sun will examine China’s stance on the US-Japan alliance from 1950-1980, and its effects on China, China’s “new strategy” and “new diplomacy", and Sino-Japanese relationships.
	Melbourne Law School Graduation Ceremony Saturday, 20/03/10 3:30 PM Melbourne Law School will celebrate the graduation of students completing their studies in 2009, at a ceremony held in Wilson Hall on Saturday 20 March 2010 at 3.30 pm.
	Reunion Lunch for Graduates of the 1940's and 1950's Friday, 19/03/10 12:00 PM
	SEMINAR POSTPONED TILL LATER DATE TBC - Career Pathways: Escape the rat race - Careers in rural Victoria Thursday, 18/03/10 1:00 PM
	Authorship, Anthems and Authorisation: a legal and economic review of the copyright triptych Thursday, 18/03/10 2:00 PM Australia is currently awash with landmark, first instant copyright cases. To discuss these cases in-depth, Associate Professor David Brennan in conjunction with IPRIA and CMCL will be hosting a discussion amongst Australia’s leading experts in law and economics.
	The Care Factor: The Care, Skill and Diligence Standard for Directors after ASIC v Rich (Sydney) Thursday, 18/03/10 5:30 PM The recent decision in ASIC v Rich, along with other court judgments, highlights the importance of the duty of care, skill and diligence owed by company directors and officers.
	Preparing for Work: Understanding the legal job market Wednesday, 17/03/10 1:00 PM
	The Work of the High Court (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 16/03/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	The Relationship Between International Humanitarian Law and International Human Rights Law: Complementarity or Collision? Tuesday, 16/03/10 6:00 PM The Relationship Between International Humanitarian Law and International Human Rights Law: Complementarity or or Collision? presented by Lt Col Christopher Jenks
	CCCS Seminar: Wednesday, 10/03/10 1:00 PM The CCCS is pleased to invite you to a seminar by A/Prof James Stribopoulos from Osgoode Hall Law School, Canada, reflecting on over 25 years of constitutional criminal procedure in Canada.
	Career Pathways: Working in London: Linklaters Information Session Wednesday, 10/03/10 1:00 PM Linklaters is the innovative, global law firm that advises high- profile clients on their most challenging transactions and assignments.
	Preparing for Work: What do you want to do with your law degree? A guide to self-exploration Wednesday, 10/03/10 5:30 PM
	When Athletes Offend? (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 9/03/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Can a lawyer serve the public interest and still make money? Presented by The Hon Michael Kirby AC CMG Thursday, 4/03/10 1:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Series - Kristen van Zwieten: Corporate Insolvency Law in India: The Case for a New Focus on Legal Institutions Wednesday, 3/03/10 1:00 PM Kristin van Zwieten will present the preliminary findings of her doctoral research on the development of corporate insolvency law in India in the period following economic liberalisation.
	The Care Factor: The Care, Skill and Diligence Standard for Directors after ASIC v Rich Wednesday, 3/03/10 5:30 PM The recent decision in ASIC v Rich, along with other court judgments, highlights the importance of the duty of care, skill and diligence owed by company directors and officers.
	A Right is a Right is a Right – Whether Constitutionally Protected or Not (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 2/03/10 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	2010 Francis Gurry Intellectual Property Lecture presented by Alison Brimelow CBE, President of the European Patent Office Monday, 1/03/10 6:15 PM Ms Alison Brimelow CBE, President of the European Patent Office will present the 2010 Annual Francis Gurry Intellectual Property Lecture
February, 2010
	Professor Jamie Cameron presents Do Constitutional Rights Really Make A Difference? Tuesday, 23/02/10 1:00 PM The CCCS is pleased to invite you to a seminar by Professor Jamie Cameron, Osgoode Hall Law School, Toronto on Canada's Charter of Rights "Do Constitutional Rights Really Make a Difference?"
	Professor Philippe Sands to launch Lee Godden's and Jacqueline Peel's New Book Monday, 22/02/10 12:30 PM Professor Philippe Sands will launch Lee Godden's and Jacqueline Peel's innovative book and interdisciplinary book on environmental law recently published with Oxford University Press.
	ALC Research Seminar: A Judge's Work - A seminar in Japanese Thursday, 11/02/10 5:30 PM An Associate Judges' work is not limited to writing drafts of judgements. Drawing on his own experiences, Judge Abe will take about the beginning of his career.
	CELRL Seminar: Bargaining Processes in the US - Including the Requirement to Bargain in Good Faith Tuesday, 2/02/10 5:30 PM This lecture will provide an opportunity for academics and practitioners in workplace relations and labour law to gain an insight into the US experience of good faith bargaining.
January, 2010
	Baker & McKenzie Open House Evening - Hong Kong Tuesday, 19/01/10 6:00 PM Come to our Open House evening in our Hong Kong office to meet our lawyers, trainees and graduate recruitment team.
December, 2009
	Workshop on Systemic and Adaptive Water Governance Monday, 14/12/09 9:00 AM
	CERDIN/IILAH Workshop: Evaluating Critical Approaches to International Law, Université Paris I (Panthéon-Sorbonne) Friday, 11/12/09 The workshop is sponsored by CERDIN (Université Paris I) and IILAH (Melbourne Law School).
	Remedies Conference (please note registrations are now closed due to an overwhelming number of registrations) Friday, 11/12/09 9:00 AM REGISTRATIONS NOW CLOSED Remedies courses are assuming a far greater prominence within undergraduate and postgraduate law degrees. What is the future of Remedies teaching and scholarshi
	Legality, Legitimacy & the United Nations: A Public Lecture delivered by the APCML Sir Ninian Stephen Visiting Scholar 2009 Professor Ramesh Thakur Monday, 7/12/09 6:00 PM Legality, Legitimacy & the United Nations: A Public Lecture delivered by the APCML Sir Ninian Stephen Visiting Scholar 2009 Professor Ramesh Thakur
	Moving the Children’s Rights Agenda Forward: An Interdisciplinary Australian Perspective Friday, 4/12/09 10:00 AM Using the UNCRoC as the starting point, this conference will investigate what a children's rights focus looks like in the Australian context within different disciplines.
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar: Change and Evolution in New Zealand Employment Law Thursday, 3/12/09 1:00 PM This seminar will focus on the way the statutory good faith obligation has developed over the last decade.
	The future of Breach of Confidence Wednesday, 2/12/09 12:00 PM The doctrine of breach of confidence has come a long way since its humble beginnings in 18th Century case law.
	Climate Justice and International Environmental Law: Rethinking the North–South Divide Tuesday, 1/12/09 5:30 PM Melbourne Journal of International Law Symposium Launch
November, 2009
	CCCS: International and Comparative Perspectives on Constitutional Law Friday, 27/11/09 9:00 AM You are invited to attend this major conference hosted by the CCCS with a range of leading Australian and international scholars and a keynote speech by the Chief Justice of Australia.
	Book launch by the Honourable Justice Kenneth Hayne Thursday, 26/11/09 6:00 PM Melbourne Law School’s Obligations Group is pleased to invite you to the launch by the Honourable Justice Kenneth Hayne of two books.
	ALC/CILS Research Seminar: Growing Together in Partnership: Women's Views of the Business Practices of an Islamic Savings and Credit Cooperative Tuesday, 24/11/09 1:00 PM This seminar explores the impact of the rise of Islamism on women in Indonesia, and how Islamic jurisprudence has been linked to the business operations of the BMTs (Baitul Maal wat Tamwil).
	Centre for Islamic Law and Society and National Centre of Excellence in Islamic Studies Postgraduate Conference 2009 Monday, 23/11/09 9:00 AM The Centre for Islamic Law and Society (CILS), will host its 5th annual Islamic Studies Postgraduate Conference at the University of Melbourne on 23-25 November, 2009, co-hosted by the NCEIS
	INTERNATIONALISATION OR ISOLATION: THE AUSTRALIAN CUL DE SAC? THE CASE OF CONTRACT LAW Monday, 23/11/09 5:30 PM The Obligations Group invite you to a seminar presented by Justice Finn
	IILAH/CCCS Seminar: Women's Autonomy, Religion on Trial Thursday, 19/11/09 5:30 PM The IILaH and the Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies present a seminar by Professor Frances Raday on Women’s Autonomy - Religion on Trial.
	Celebrating the Twenty-Year Anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Seminar 8) Wednesday, 18/11/09 1:30 PM This seminar is the eighth of the Vice Chancellor's Interdisciplinary Steering Committee on Children's Rights, Participation and Citizenship Lunchtime Seminar Series.
	Blogging and Media Law - Centre for Media and Communications Law Seminar Wednesday, 18/11/09 5:30 PM The seminar will address key issues about blogging that arise internationally, especially related to defamation and privacy law.
	Inaugural Frank Costigan Oration 2009 presented by Hon John Cain Wednesday, 18/11/09 6:30 PM With the new challenges of turbulent and financially uncertain times, can we take up Frank Costigan QC's fight against corruption? How can we work to foster broader ethical practice?
	The Supreme Court of Victoria Inaugural Commercial Law Conference - Current Issues in Commercial Law Thursday, 12/11/09 2:00 PM Some of the topic that will be discussed are: . "Current Issues in Shareholder Remedies under the Corporations Act" . "Insolvent Managed Investment Schemes - issues arising out of Timbercorp and Great Southern" . "Company Director's and Officer's Conflicts of Interest" . "The Role of the Modern Commercial Court"
	The James Hardie Case - A Timely Reminder to Consider Your D&O Cover and Deeds of Indemnity, Insurance and Access Wednesday, 11/11/09 5:30 PM The Supreme Court decision that James Hardie directors and officers were in breach of their duties resulting in the imposition of substantial banning orders and financial penalties, coupled with the Court's decision not to exonerate them, is a timely reminder that directors and officers should periodically review their D&O Insurance and Deeds of Indemnity, Insurance & Access.
	10th Anniversary of Melbourne Law School’s Construction Law Program - 10th November Tuesday, 10/11/09 2:00 PM Please join us as we look forward to the way in which law and construction practice will – and, more importantly, should – interact in the future. Please RSVP by the 19th of Oct.
	Chancellor's Human Rights Lecture: Victorian Charter of Human Rights and the Criminal Law - Perspectives from the European Convention on Human Rights Tuesday, 10/11/09 6:00 PM This lecture will address the potential effects of the Victorian Charter of Human Rights on criminal law and procedure from the perspective of the European Convention of Human Rights.
	IILAH/ARC Workshop: Reasons of State: Security, Civility, Immunity, Life Monday, 9/11/09 This two-day workshop will explore the histories, objects, passions and strategies of modern statecraft.
	ALC Occasional Seminar (with IPRIA): An introduction to the Intellectual Property High Court of Japan Monday, 9/11/09 5:30 PM In light of his extensive experience in Intellectual Property Law, Judge Hiroki Morishita will provide an introduction to the Intellectual Property High Court of Japan
	CCCS Book Launch: 'Choosing the Republic' by Glenn Patmore Thursday, 5/11/09 5:00 PM The CCCS is pleased to invite you to the launch of Glenn Patmore's new book 'Choosing the Republic' by Peter Van Vliet, Secretary of the Committee of the Australian Republican Movement.
	The James Hardie Case - A Timely Reminder to Consider Your D&O Cover and Deeds of Indemnity, Insurance and Access Thursday, 5/11/09 5:30 PM The Supreme Court decision that James Hardie directors and officers were in breach of their duties resulting in the imposition of substantial banning orders and financial penalties, coupled with the Court's decision not to exonerate them, is a timely reminder that directors and officers should periodically review their D&O Insurance and Deeds of Indemnity, Insurance & Access.
	Law Graduate Research Colloquium Wednesday, 4/11/09 9:15 AM
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar: The Regulatory Paradigm in Australian Labour Law Wednesday, 4/11/09 1:00 PM This presentation will examine the labour law and labour market regulation project and the potential which this work has for developing a new paradigm of labour law.
	Inaugural Professorial Lecture. Death, Desire, Sin, Redemption: Climate Change and the Rationality of Environmental Law Wednesday, 4/11/09 6:00 PM NEW DATE Professor Lee Godden's lecture will address climate change and its pressing environmental and regulatory concerns.
October, 2009
	Climate Change Law: Challenges and Future Directions Friday, 30/10/09 11:10 AM
	Rare Books Lecture 2009 - William Blackstone: Lawyer and Judge with Professor Wilfrid Prest Thursday, 29/10/09 5:30 PM Join the Melbourne Law School Library to celebrate the work of William Blackstone: Lawyer and Judge, with guest lecture Professor Wilfrid Prest.
	IILAH Symposium: Interregnums: Between the National and the Post-National Wednesday, 28/10/09 9:00 AM The Symposium will look at a key question: From the perspective of the Left can nation states offer space for political or revolutionary projects?
	CILS Research Seminar: Weak State - Strong Communities? Tuan Guru, Tradition and Peace-Building in Lombok, Indonesia Wednesday, 28/10/09 1:00 PM Like many other parts of Indonesia, Lombok has faced considerable challenges since the fall of President Soeharto. This presentation focuses on peace-building & dispute resolution processes
	Melbourne JD Evening Information Session Tuesday, 27/10/09 6:00 PM
	Cultural Collections, Creators and Copyright Conference Friday, 23/10/09 9:00 AM How can we understand current and emerging ways of using digital material held by collections in Australia in light of copyright law and the interests of creators?
	Melbourne Law Masters 2010 Information Evening Thursday, 22/10/09 6:00 PM Find out more about the 2010 Melbourne Law Masters program at our information evening – you can even apply on the night.
	CCCS Seminar: “The Grammar of Customary Law.” Wednesday, 21/10/09 1:00 PM The CCCS invites you to attend a lunchtime seminar by Professor Jeremy Webber, Faculty of Law, University of Victoria, Canada on the topic of “The Grammar of Customary Law.”
	Celebrating the Twenty-Year Anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Seminar 7) Wednesday, 21/10/09 1:00 PM This seminar is the seventh of the Vice Chancellor's Interdisciplinary Steering Committee on Children's Rights, Participation and Citizenship Lunchtime Seminar Series.
	The National Human Rights Consultation: Outcomes from the Australian Human Rights Commission Perspective Wednesday, 21/10/09 6:00 PM The CCCS and AHRC are pleased to invite you to a seminar to consider the Committee findings of the Report of the National Human Rights Consultation.
	CILS Research Seminar: Reviving Islamic Traditions of Sulh for Resolving Islamic Finance Disputes Tuesday, 20/10/09 1:00 PM Andrew White is an Associate Professor of Law, Singapore Management University. He is in Melbourne to co-teach with Professor Tim Lindsey; Islamic Law and Politics in the Masters program.
	Responses to Mass Atrocities and National Trauma - A Panel Discussion Monday, 19/10/09 6:30 PM A panel discussion on 'Responses to Mass Atrocities and National Trauma', organised by Latrobe University Law School and Global Justice Studio Melbourne University.
	BOOK LAUNCH: Voluntary Simplicity: The Poetic Alternative to Consumer Culture Tuesday, 13/10/09 4:20 PM CREEL is pleased to invite you to the launch of Samuel Alexander’s book, Voluntary Simplicity: The Poetic Alternative to Consumer Culture, by Senator Bob Brown of the Australian Greens
	THE HUMAN RIGHTS FORUM ACTIVATE SERIES - Making it Real: Experiences of Enforcement in International Criminal Law Tuesday, 13/10/09 5:30 PM The final session of the Activate Series will bring together speakers who have worked at the coal face of legal human rights enforcement.
	Career Pathways: Working in Family Law- is it for you? 8 October 2009 Thursday, 8/10/09 1:00 PM Family law practitioners will discuss their work and careers from three different perspectives of family law practice – private practice, a Legal Aid and the bar.
	Preparing for Work: Ace that interview! 7 October 2009 Wednesday, 7/10/09 1:00 PM Tips and techniques to perform in job interviews.
	Centre for Islamic Law and Society Research Seminar: Yusman Roy and the Language of Devotion: 'Innovation' on Trial in Indonesia Wednesday, 7/10/09 1:00 PM Stewart's research examines the 2005 prosecution of Muhammad Yusman Roy of 'disgracing religion' and 'spreading hatred or contempt' in Indonesia.
	APCML Seminar: The United Nations and Iraq’s Weapons of Mass Destruction Wednesday, 7/10/09 5:30 PM Rod Barton, former UN Weapons Inspector, discusses Iraq's WMD program.
	Is Justice Possible for First Nation’s Peoples? (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 6/10/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	APCML/CCCS Joint Seminar: The High Court versus Military Justice: Where to Next? Tuesday, 6/10/09 5:30 PM The APCML and CCCS invite you to attend a seminar on: "The High Court versus Military Justice: Where to Next?"
	CCCS Seminar: Reassessing the New Commonwealth Model of Constitutionalism. Monday, 5/10/09 1:00 PM The CCCS invites you to attend a lunchtime seminar by Professor Stephen Gardbaum, Professor of Law, University of California on: Reassessing the New Commonwealth Model of Constitutionalism.
September, 2009
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar: Japanese Innovations in the Public-Private Divide: Lessons for Australia? Monday, 28/09/09 1:00 PM Australian courts have been slow to develop administrative law doctrine, Trevor Ryan attempts to show that Japan is a useful point of reference.
	'The Responsibility to Protect: Ending Mass Atrocity Crimes Once and For All' Tuesday, 22/09/09 6:30 PM Melbourne Law School and the Victoria Law Foundation invite you to the 2009 Law Week Oration to be presented by Gareth Evans AO QC, President Emeritus, International Crisis Group
	CCCS Seminar: Monday, 21/09/09 1:00 PM The CCCS invites you to attend a lunchtime seminar by Professor Hugh Corder, University of Cape Town, on: "The Constitutionalisation of South African Administrative Law: Has it Worked?"
	Career Pathways: How to become a Legal Aid lawyer 17 September 2009 Thursday, 17/09/09 1:00 PM Leah Borsboom will discuss Legal Aid’s New Lawyer Program and how to set yourself up for a career in Legal Aid.
	Career Pathways: Criminal Law – what it’s really like 17 September 2009 Thursday, 17/09/09 5:30 PM Criminal law practitioners will discuss their work and careers from three different perspectives of criminal law practice – private practice, a legal centre and the bar.
	Meeting the Basic Survival Needs of the World's Least Healthy People: Towards a Framework Convention on Global Health Wednesday, 16/09/09 6:00 PM Miegunyah Distinguished Fellow Lecture: Prof Gostin will ask what humans need for basic survival and explore how these might be met for people living in some of the least healthy communities
	Current Developments in South African Constitutional Law (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 15/09/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Will freeing parallel imports make books cheaper at the cost of authors? Tuesday, 15/09/09 5:30 PM Speakers: Professor Allan Fels AO, Dr Rhonda Smith, Arlen Duke, Graeme Connelly, Professor Sam Ricketson (Chair)
	International Humanitarian Law and the Young Lawyer Tuesday, 15/09/09 5:30 PM A forum about opportunities to work abroad in humanitarian law, chaired by Sarah Finnin.
	Law Computer Labs unavailable on 11 September Friday, 11/09/09 8:00 AM PC Labs 317 and 319 will be unavailable for use between 8 am and 6 pm on Friday September 11th.
	Preparing for Work: Considering PLT? College of Law Information Session 9 September 2009 Wednesday, 9/09/09 1:00 PM Practical Legal Training is an alternative pathway to admission to practice. Come and hear about the College of Law’s course.
	Preparing for Work: Networking is not a dirty word! 9 September 2009 Wednesday, 9/09/09 5:30 PM Making professional contacts is essential in your working life. This seminar will provide tips to develop your network and help you get the job you want.
	Getting development right: current campaigns for a just world (Human Rights Forum Activate Series) Wednesday, 9/09/09 5:30 PM The activate series is designed to provide students with an opportunity to engage with practitioners and advocates in human rights and related fields.
	The Coroner: An Ancient Role in a Modern World (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 8/09/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Directors' Duties in a Time of Crisis Tuesday, 8/09/09 5:30 PM The global financial crisis means that the environment in which directors are operating is more challenging and more difficult than ever before.
	ALC Occasional Seminar: The Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights in China: Institutional Challenges Monday, 7/09/09 5:00 PM The enforcement of intellectual property rights in China is a serious and controversial issue. Professor Nie will discuss how intellectual property rights are enforced in China.
	CCCS Seminar: Backlash Against Judicial Activism: The Case of Israel. Friday, 4/09/09 1:00 PM The CCCS invites you to attend a seminar by Professor Claude Klein, Professor of Law, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem to discuss the Backlash Against Judicial Activism: The Case of Israel
	Career Pathways: Management Consulting – what is it and is it for you? 3 September 2009 Thursday, 3/09/09 1:00 PM This seminar will explain what you actually do as a management consultant; and give you tips to position yourself for a job in this exciting profession.
	Preparing for Work: Current visa issues - Know the facts 2 September 2009 Wednesday, 2/09/09 1:00 PM This seminar is for international students who wish to work professionally in Australia. It will provide an update on the current visa situation and give advice on steps to gaining PR.
	Melbourne Graduate Expo Wednesday, 2/09/09 3:00 PM Discover the graduate study options available in 2010 and beyond. Register now!
	The 2009 Nathan and Pamela Jacobson Lecture Wednesday, 2/09/09 6:15 PM Despite Carl Schmitt's unforgivable affiliation with the Nazis, his contributions to 20th Century legal science constitute real breakthroughs. Claude Klein will explain why in this lecture.
	Your Legal Career Now and into the Future (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 1/09/09 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Australia and Refugees: are rights still at risk? (Human Rights Forum Activate Series) Tuesday, 1/09/09 5:30 PM The activate series is designed to provide students with an opportunity to engage with practitioners and advocates in human rights and related fields.
August, 2009
	CELRL Labour Law Seminar - Temporary Foreign Workers in Canada: The Low-skilled Stream Thursday, 27/08/09 1:00 PM Professor Judy Fudge will speak on Temporary Foreign Workers in Canada.
	Career Pathways: What is life as an academic really like? 27 August 2009 Thursday, 27/08/09 1:00 PM Professor Jenny Morgan, Faculty Advisor for Academic Careers, will present a seminar on life as a legal academic and career pathways in academia.
	Career Pathways: Life as a Government Lawyer 27 August 2009 Thursday, 27/08/09 5:30 PM For those considering a career as a government lawyer, this seminar will inform you of career opportunities and help you develop your own career plan.
	Preparing for Work: How to get a job in Australia 26 August 2009 Wednesday, 26/08/09 1:00 PM This seminar for international students will provide advice on preparing yourself for successfully securing professional work in Australia.
	CILS Research Seminar: Muslim Women in Radical Islamist Circles: The Case of Al-Mukmin Pesantren, Ngruki Wednesday, 26/08/09 1:00 PM Farha Abdul Kadir Assegaf is a well-known activist and consultant on issues concerning gender and religion. She will present on recent religious fundamentalism and radicalism in Indonesia.
	How does BHP Billiton Approach Executive Remuneration - Is There a Need for Legislative Intervention? (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 25/08/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	CREEL Public Seminar: Breeding Asian Tigers: The Shifting Regulation of Wildlife Trade in Southeast Asia Tuesday, 25/08/09 1:00 PM CREEL and OEP invite to a lunch time seminar by Chris Turton on the recently passed Biodiversity Law in Vietnam and its failure to protect the region’s unique biodiversity. 1 pm Tue 25 Aug.
	'Shakespeare, Law and Authorship' Monday, 24/08/09 6:30 PM His Honour Justice Cummins has a longstanding interest in Shakespeare. This is arguably evident in some of his judgments, and makes him ideal to present 'Shakespeare, Law and Authorship'
	Meeting with the Dean of the Law School Thursday, 20/08/09 1:00 PM JD students are invited to a meeting with Professor Hathaway, the Dean of the Law School.
	Preparing for Work: Traineeships and Seasonal Clerkships - Changes to the recruitment calendar 20 August 2009 Thursday, 20/08/09 1:00 PM The LIV Guidelines have recently changed significantly. This seminar will detail the changes to the recruitment schedule for traineeships and seasonal clerkships.
	IILAH Public Seminar, Multilateralism as Terror: International Law, Haiti and Imperialism presented by Dr China Miéville Thursday, 20/08/09 5:30 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities invites you to a public seminar presented by Dr China Miéville.
	Annual Tax Lecture - Tax Uncertainty Thursday, 20/08/09 5:45 PM The Melbourne Law School presents the 2009 Annual Tax Lecture - "Tax Uncertainty".
	APCML Professorial Lecture: The Australian Military Court Thursday, 20/08/09 6:00 PM Delivered by Professorial Fellow, Brigadier Ian Westwood AM. This lecture will consider the reasons for a separate discipline system for the Defence Force.
	Climate change responsibility, ethics and law Wednesday, 19/08/09 1:00 PM An internationally-recognised expert in climate change, Professor David Karoly explores the role of ethics and the law in this important global issue.
	CILS Research Seminar: Playboy on Trial: 'Pornography', The Law and the Islamic Defenders Front in Indonesia Wednesday, 19/08/09 1:00 PM Helen will analyse the anti-pornography Bill as an 'Islamic legal transplant' in the context of discourse theory. She will argue that the Islamic Defenders Front chose to report Playboy.
	Celebrating the Twenty-Year Anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Seminar 5) Wednesday, 19/08/09 1:00 PM This seminar is the fifth of the Vice Chancellor's Interdisciplinary Steering Committee on Children's Rights, Participation and Citizenship Lunchtime Seminar Series.
	Preparing for Work: Traineeships and Seasonal Clerkships - Changes to the recruitment calendar 18 August 2009 Tuesday, 18/08/09 1:00 PM The LIV Guidelines have recently changed significantly. This seminar will detail the changes to the recruitment schedule for traineeships and seasonal clerkships.
	ALC Occasional / Indonesia Forum Seminar: Politics and Islamisation in Aceh: An Update Tuesday, 18/08/09 6:00 PM Dr Arskal Salim visits Melbourne and is supported by the Indonesia Forum as part of the University of Melbourne's Asia Week to discuss legal Islamisation in modern Indonesia.
	The Role of the WTO in Protecting the Global Commons - is there scope for Unilateral Environmental Measures? Monday, 17/08/09 5:00 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities will host an evening seminar prestented by Ms Jo Feldman - Senior Legal Officer in the Attorney-General's Department.
	Preparing for Work: Fit to Practise: the rationale underlying the test and how it has been applied in admission proceedings Thursday, 13/08/09 1:00 PM
	Career Pathways: Against the death penalty? Consider a Reprieve internship Thursday, 13/08/09 1:00 PM Former Reprieve interns will speak of their experiences working on death penalty cases in the US.
	Preparing for Work: Considering PLT? Leo Cussen Institute Information Session Wednesday, 12/08/09 1:00 PM Practical Legal Training is an alternative pathway to admission to practice. Come and hear about the Leo Cussen Institute’s course.
	Directors' Duties in a Time of Crisis Wednesday, 12/08/09 5:30 PM The global financial crisis means that the environment in which directors are operating is more challenging and more difficult than ever before.
	Life with a Law Degree - In and Out of the Law (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 11/08/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	From the international to the local: making human rights count at home (Human Rights Forum Activate Series) Monday, 10/08/09 5:30 PM The activate series is designed to provide students with an opportunity to engage with practitioners and advocates in human rights and related fields.
	ALC/ILLAH Seminar: Enforcement Problem in the WTO - Success, Limitations and Possible Improvement Monday, 10/08/09 6:00 PM Professor Yasuhei Taniguchi is renowned world-wide for his expertise in insolvency law, civil procedure, arbitration and the World Trade Organisation.
	Career Pathways: Demystifying the pathways into International Organisations Thursday, 6/08/09 1:00 PM Associate Professor Cally Jordan, Faculty Advisor for International Careers, will present this seminar on how to position yourself for a career in international organisations.
	Meeting with the Dean of the Law School Thursday, 6/08/09 1:00 PM LLB students are invited to come along to a meeting with Professor Hathaway, the Dean of the Law School.
	Policy Arguments for Proprietary Restitution Thursday, 6/08/09 5:30 PM Melbourne Law School’s Obligations Group is pleased to invite you to a seminar by William Swadling, Senior Law Fellow, Brasenose College, CUF Lecturer in Law at the University of Oxford.
	Hamlet on Trial Thursday, 6/08/09 6:30 PM What will happen when Hamlet is brought to trial for the death of Polonius? Find out at the upcoming mock trial of Hamlet under Australian common law.
	Call and Response: Free Preview Screening Wednesday, 5/08/09 6:00 PM A free preview of the film 'Call and Response'.
	New Zealand Graduate Information Sessions Tuesday, 4/08/09 Learn how the University of Melbourne can help you go further, faster at one of the information sessions in New Zealand this August.
	The Human Rights Jurisdiction of the Federal Court (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 4/08/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Crisis or Opportunity: Where do you want your career to be in 5 years? Tuesday, 4/08/09 6:30 PM The Melbourne Law School is pleased to invite you to a career planning event exclusively for our alumni. This event is generously supported by David Talalla and Associates.
	Francis Gurry: 'Intellectual Property, Innovation and Creativity - Future Global Directions' Monday, 3/08/09 6:00 PM Greater demand for property rights in knowledge has come with increased scrutiny in this field. What will be the effect of this on international policy regulating intellectual property?
July, 2009
	How to be a Thinker not just a Finder – Evaluating Resources for Legal Research Friday, 31/07/09 11:00 AM The objective of this workshop is to assist students in evaluating what resources to use, and why, when conducting legal research.
	Media Law Inaugural Professorial Lectures Wednesday, 29/07/09 5:30 PM Presenting two Inaugural Professorial Lectures: Professor Andrew Kenyon- Might Media Law Matter? Professor Megan Richardson- Kant Stand It - Breach of Confidence and the Right to Privacy
	Advancing the Rule of Law (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 28/07/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	IILAH Seminar: From Security Council Resolution 1325 to 1820 Tuesday, 28/07/09 12:45 PM Ms Gina Heathcote (SOAS) will explore the capacity of Security Council resolutions to offer tools for achieving gender justice in post-conflict situations.
	National Human Rights Institutions Workshop: Creating change? NHRIs’ (In)Action in the Asia-Pacific Region Wednesday, 22/07/09 9:00 AM This workshop will be hosted by the Institute for International Law and the Humanities (IILAH) and the Postgraduate Law Students Association (PLSA), at the Melbourne Law School.
	CCCS Seminar: The Regulatory Constitution Monday, 20/07/09 1:00 PM The CCCS is pleased to invite you to a seminar by Associate Professor Michael Dowdle, Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore on 'The Regulatory Constitution'.
	CILS Research Seminar: Reforming Islamic Law Wednesday, 15/07/09 12:00 PM Professor Kamali will introduce the salient features, scope and methodolies of the reform of Islamic Law seen in during the 20th Century.
	IILAH Seminar: International Law and Translation: Overcoming Legal Pluralism and Linguistic Diversity Wednesday, 15/07/09 12:45 PM Sieglinde Pommer (Harvard) will discuss legal translation as a means of addressing the challenges of multilingualism and diverse legal cultures and institutions in international law.
	Celebrating the Twenty-Year Anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Seminar 4) Wednesday, 15/07/09 1:00 PM This seminar is the fourth of the Vice Chancellor's Interdisciplinary Steering Committee on Children's Rights, Participation and Citizenship Lunchtime Seminar Series.
	Recent developments is stem cell research: social, ethical and legal issues for the future Tuesday, 7/07/09 6:00 PM In the 4th David Danks Lecture Professor Loane Skene will outline some regulatory issues raised by new technology, and explore legal responses in Australia, USA and the UK
June, 2009
	Competition Law Advisory Board Annual Meeting Tuesday, 30/06/09 4:00 PM
	AustLII Training in Free-Access Online Legal Research Monday, 29/06/09 One-day seminar aims to assist users obtain the maximum benefit from their use of AustLII, WorldLII, and other Internet legal research tools. Alumni discount available
	Regime Interaction in International Law: Theoretical and Practical Challenges Friday, 26/06/09 This conference is co-sponsored by IILAH and the Lauterpacht Centre for International Law and Pembroke College (Cambridge).
	Get Ready for Work Series 2009 Friday, 26/06/09 9:30 AM Not sure whether the legal research skills you’ve developed through your degree will be good enough for practice?
	The James Hardie Decision - Implications for Directors and Their Advisors Thursday, 25/06/09 5:30 PM The decision of the NSW Supreme Court in James Hardie is one of the most widely discussed judgments in recent years. It was extensively reported in the media and its implications are now being analysed. The court found that seven former non-executive directors and three former executives of James Hardie had breached their duties. James Hardie was also found to have breached disclosure obligations in relation to ASX announcements.
	CCCS Seminar: 'Inglis Clark, Edmund Barton, Marbury v Madison, and the familiar story about the deletion and re-insertion of section 75(v) of the Commonwealth Constitution. A longer ending.' Thursday, 18/06/09 1:00 PM The CCCS is pleased to invite you to a brown bag seminar by Professor William Buss, University of Iowa, on the American influence on the making of the Australian constitution.
	Tax Group - Free Public Seminar Wednesday, 17/06/09 8:00 AM Is Tax Reform Good for Business? Is a Pro-Busines Tax System Good for the Country?
	Celebrating the Twenty-Year Anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Seminar 3) Wednesday, 17/06/09 1:00 PM This seminar is the third of the Vice Chancellor's Interdisciplinary Steering Committee on Children's Rights, Participation and Citizenship Lunchtime Seminar Series.
	The James Hardie Decision - Implications for Directors and Their Advisors Tuesday, 16/06/09 5:30 PM The decision of the NSW Supreme Court in James Hardie is one of the most widely discussed judgments in recent years. It was extensively reported in the media and its implications are now being analysed. The court found that seven former non-executive directors and three former executives of James Hardie had breached their duties. James Hardie was also found to have breached disclosure obligations in relation to ASX announcements.
	Asian Legal Dialogue: Public Religion and Intergenerational Change in Indonesia: A Snapshot of Current Developments Thursday, 11/06/09 1:00 PM A discussion in Bahasa Indonesia with three Indonesian Muslim writers, thinkers and community leaders who are in Melbourne under the Australia-Indonesia Muslim Leaders Exchange Program.
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Justice for Munir Wednesday, 10/06/09 1:00 PM There is no case more central to the security of human rights defenders in Indonesia than the 2004 murder of the prominent human rights lawyer Munir. That case is now at risk of collapse.
	Law Graduate Research Colloquium Wednesday, 3/06/09 10:15 AM Law Graduate Research Colloquium For more information: research.law.unimelb.edu.au For queries tel: 8344 8946 or Email: law-research@unimelb.edu.au
	IILAH Seminar, Transnational Law and Transnational Legal Pluralism: Methodological Observations presented by Professor Peer Zumbansen Wednesday, 3/06/09 6:00 PM Professor Zumbansen will argue that global responses to the unfolding economic crisis should not come at the price of disregarding local regulatory experiences and normative trajectories.
May, 2009
	Get Ready for Work Series 2009 Friday, 29/05/09 9:30 AM Not sure whether the legal research skills you’ve developed through your degree will be good enough for practice?
	Meeting with the Associate Dean (Undergraduate) Thursday, 28/05/09 1:00 PM This is an informal meeting where the Associate Dean (Undergraduate) will be available to answer questions or clarify issues concerning the LLB.
	ALC/CILS Research Seminar: Women’s movement in Aceh: Identity, mobilization and autonomy Wednesday, 27/05/09 1:00 PM Ms Dina Afrianty will highlight issues pertaining to Sharia Implementation and how it mobilizes Acehnese women.
	Conversation with Professor Peer Zumbansen (Melbourne Conversations Series) Wednesday, 27/05/09 5:00 PM Join a discussion with a prominent lecturer and author from York University, Canada.
	101 Things to do with a Law Degree (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 26/05/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Celebrating the Twenty-Year Anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Seminar 2) Wednesday, 20/05/09 1:00 PM This seminar is the second of the Vice Chancellor's Interdisciplinary Steering Committee on Children's Rights, Participation and Citizenship Lunchtime Seminar Series.
	Inaugural Professorial Lecture: 'Pushing Feminism off the Map? International Law in Times of Crisis' Wednesday, 20/05/09 6:00 PM Do emergencies necessarily displace law’s emancipatory potential (assuming it exists) and, if not, what opportunities does a time of crisis present for advancing feminist goals?
	Latest Developments in Privacy Law Reform (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 19/05/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	An Australian Human Rights Act: Dispelling the Myths Tuesday, 19/05/09 6:00 PM The Hon Catherine Branson QC, President of the Australian Human Rights Commission, will offer her reflections on the state of human rights protection in Australia.
	CCCS Seminar: Interrogating Birthright Citizenship Friday, 15/05/09 1:00 PM The CCCS is pleased to invite you to seminar by Professor Peter Spiro, Temple University, Beasley School of Law, Philadelphia, on 'Interrogating Birthright Citizenship.'
	Australian Human Rights Commission - National Human Rights Consultation Friday, 15/05/09 2:00 PM Be a part of the Australian Human Rights Commission National Human Rights Consultation!
	Animal protection law: Why it's everyone's business Thursday, 14/05/09 1:00 PM Leading US animal protection litigator, Bruce Wagman, will share his experiences seeking justice for animals in the courtroom
	Reflections on the Inquiry into the Haneef Affair (Guest Lecture Series) Thursday, 14/05/09 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Labour Law Seminar: 'His Master's Voice? Work Choices as a Return to Master and Servant Concepts' Wednesday, 13/05/09 1:00 PM In this seminar, Mary Gardiner suggests that an explanation for this conundrum can be found by examining the legislation through the lens of master and servant concepts and laws.
	WTO Moot Team - Victory Toast Wednesday, 13/05/09 1:00 PM It is with great pleasure that the Melbourne Law School invites staff and students to toast the winners of Pacific Regional Round and wish them success in Taipei.
	Issues in Market Integrity and Regulatory Responses Wednesday, 13/05/09 5:30 PM This important seminar brings together leading speakers to discuss key market integrity issues.
	International Law, Market Regulation and Financial Crisis (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 12/05/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	ACLA Competition Law Master Class for In-House Counsel in Melbourne on May 8 and 13. Friday, 8/05/09 This seminar, will provide members of the Australian Corporate Lawyers Association with an understanding of the ‘essentials’ of competition law.
	ALC/CILS Asian Legal Dialogue: Islam and Religious Minorities in Post-Reformasi Indonesia Thursday, 7/05/09 1:00 PM A discussion in Bahasa Indonesia with three Indonesian Muslim writers, thinkers and community leaders visitng under the Australia- Indonesia Institute’s Muslim Leaders Exchange Program.
	KickStart Skills 4 Work : Visa Options for Temporary and Permanent Residency Thursday, 7/05/09 1:00 PM
	Meeting with the Associate Dean (Undergraduate) Thursday, 7/05/09 1:00 PM
	Judicial Associateships Information Seminar Wednesday, 6/05/09 1:00 PM Professor Adrienne Stone will lead a discussion about Judicial Associateships.
	Using International Treaties for Local Change: Shadow Reporting under Human Rights Conventions Wednesday, 6/05/09 1:00 PM
	Book Launch and Panel Discussion - 'Fair Work: The New Workplace Laws and the Work Choices Legacy' - Wednesday 6 May 2009 Wednesday, 6/05/09 5:30 PM You are invited to attend a Book Launch and Panel Discussion to celebrate the publication of ‘Fair Work: The New Workplace Laws and the Work Choices Legacy'
	ISP Responsibility and P2P Filesharing (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 5/05/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Uni-Capitol Washington Congress Internship Friday, 1/05/09 11:30 AM Want to learn more about the US legal and political system? Live in the US for 2 months? Immerse yourself in the US Congress?
April, 2009
	ALC/CILS Research Seminar: Gendering Islam or Islamizing Gender? A Case Study of Progressive Muslim Women's Organization in Indonesia Wednesday, 29/04/09 1:00 PM Ms Hidayah argues that the shift towards gender activism in Indonesia by younger Muslims has made Islamic texts more dynamic through a constructive dialogue with contemporary human reality.
	Celebrating the Twenty-Year Anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child Wednesday, 29/04/09 1:00 PM This seminar is the first of the Vice Chancellor's Interdisciplinary Steering Committee on Children's Rights, Participation and Citizenship Lunchtime Seminar Series.
	IILAH Seminar: Situational Gravity Under the Rome Statute Wednesday, 29/04/09 5:30 PM Mr Kevin Heller (Melbourne) will critique the quantitative conception of situational gravity currently informing the focus on African states by the Office of the Prosecutor of the ICC.
	The Developing Law of Climate Change (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 28/04/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	The Constitution and a Human Rights Act. Tuesday, 28/04/09 5:30 PM The CCCS and the Australian Human Rights Commission invite you to a public seminar on the constitution and a Human Rights Act.
	UK Law Alumni Reception Thursday, 23/04/09
	Meeting with the Associate Dean (Undergraduate) Thursday, 23/04/09 1:00 PM
	Issues in Market Integrity and Regulatory Responses Thursday, 23/04/09 5:30 PM This important seminar brings together leading speakers to discuss key market integrity issues.
	The W. E. Hearn Lecture - The Australian Law of Restitution: Has the High Court lost its way? Thursday, 23/04/09 6:00 PM Andrew Burrows QC (Hon) one of the most eminent private law scholars in the common law world, delivers the 2009 W.E. Hearn Lecture.
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar:Impeachment and the Writ of Amparo as Mechanisms to Curb Impunity: The Case of the Philippines Wednesday, 22/04/09 1:00 PM Neri Colmenares will discuss the state of human rights in the Philippines, covering the issues of impunity and the effectivness of judicial intervention to curb impunity.
	Labour Law Seminar: ‘Unfair Dismissal Law: From Work Choices to the Fair Work Act 2009’ Wednesday, 22/04/09 1:00 PM In this seminar the federal unfair dismissal jurisdiction under Work Choices will be briefly reviewed, and the ‘new’ regime of the Fair Work framework will be explored.
	KickStart Skills 4 Work: Beyond Graduate Programs: How else do new grads find jobs? Wednesday, 22/04/09 1:00 PM
	KickStart Skills 4 Work : Beyond Graduate Programs: How else do new grads find jobs? Wednesday, 22/04/09 1:00 PM
	Inaugural Professorial Lecture: War Crimes Trials, Solemnity and the Problem of Evil Wednesday, 22/04/09 6:00 PM This lecture will consider international law’s encounter with evil; and, in, particular, the way in which this encounter has been defined. Please note new lecture date
	Ethics and Abortion Law Reform (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 21/04/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	KickStart Skills 4 Work: Staying on - International Students working in Australia Tuesday, 21/04/09 1:00 PM
	After the 2008 Election: Politics and Governance in the United States Tuesday, 21/04/09 6:00 PM In this lecture, Tom Mann will discuss the implications of the Obama Presidency for public involvement in politics.
	ALC Event: China Law Network - Registration Page Monday, 20/04/09 12:00 PM A national China Law Network (CLN) has been launched under the auspices of the ARC Asia-Pacific Futures Research Network. Follow this link to register your interest.
	ALC/CILS Research Seminar: Regulating Sacred Sites: Conflict at Places of Worship in Indonesia Wednesday, 15/04/09 1:00 PM Melissa will discuss the impact Indonesia's national policy on places of worship has had on the relationship between Muslims and Christians in Indonesia.
	Centipedes, Liars and Unconscious Bias (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 7/04/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	KickStart Skills 4 Work: Behavioural Interviews Tuesday, 7/04/09 1:00 PM
	CCCS Seminar: Politicians' Influence over Regulatory Decisions Ostensibly Based on Sound Science. Tuesday, 7/04/09 1:00 PM The CCCS invites you to a seminar by Professor Peter Strauss, Columbia Law School, New York on "Politicians' Influence over Regulatory Decisions Ostensibly Based on Sound Science."
	KickStart Skills 4 Work: Global Job Seeking Monday, 6/04/09 1:00 PM
	DreamLarge Knowledge Transfer Grants - Information Session Monday, 6/04/09 1:00 PM There will be an information session about the grants scheme on Monday 6 April 2009 at 1:00pm in Room 222, Melbourne Law School.
	IILAH Seminar: Safety Standards and Indigenous Products: What Role for Traditional Knowledge? Thursday, 2/04/09 12:45 PM This seminar considers the role of traditional knowledge in determining the legality of trade bans on products with indigenous uses.
	Meeting with the Associate Dean (Undergraduate) Thursday, 2/04/09 1:00 PM
	'Beyond Straight and Gay Marriage' Thursday, 2/04/09 6:00 PM Prof Nancy Polikoff argues that while same-sex marriage is a civil rights victory for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered it's not the fix to what's wrong with the law of families.
	Reprieve Information Session Wednesday, 1/04/09 1:00 PM Reprieve Australia provides legal and humanitarian assistance to impoverished people facing the death penalty.
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue: Dealing with drug addicts, sex workers and minor offenders: Debates about reforming the administrative powers of the Chinese police Wednesday, 1/04/09 6:00 PM The debates about reform of police administrative detention powers touch upon issues central to notions of state power and its limits...
March, 2009
	HK Law Fair Tuesday, 31/03/09 12:00 PM Are you interested in vacation work, qualifying as a Solicitor or furthering your legal studies in Hong Kong?
	Board of Examiners (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 31/03/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students. Please note that Ms Patricia Turner is no longer able to attend on this date.
	KickStart Skills 4 Work: How employers assess 'culture fit' in interviews Tuesday, 31/03/09 1:00 PM
	Get Ready for Work Series 2009 Friday, 27/03/09 9:30 AM Not sure whether the legal research skills you’ve developed through your degree will be good enough for practice?
	KickStart Skills 4 Work: Behavioural Interviews Friday, 27/03/09 1:00 PM
	Meeting with the Associate Dean (Undergraduate) Thursday, 26/03/09 1:00 PM
	Fortresses, Cathedrals & Monuments to Law: What does the Architecture of the Law Court tell us about the Role of Law in Societies Across Time Thursday, 26/03/09 5:15 PM In this seminar, Linda will look at attitudes to courthouse design over time and reflect on what the various trends presented suggest about the role of law in English society over time.
	Book Launch - 'Landmarks in Australian Intellectual Property Law' Wednesday, 25/03/09 5:30 AM Please join us to celebrate the publication of this new book published by Cambridge University Press and edited by Professors Andrew Kenyon, Megan Richardson and Sam Ricketson of the MLS.
	KickStart Skills 4 Work: Online Application Forms Wednesday, 25/03/09 1:00 PM
	State Building and International Law: Problems, Paradigms and Prospects Wednesday, 25/03/09 6:00 PM IILAH is delighted to invite you to a Twilight Seminar presented by Professor Antony Anghie (Utah), examining legal issues of international territorial administration and 'state building'.
	Fighting the Death Penalty in America Wednesday, 25/03/09 6:30 PM Alumnus Richard Bourke, Director of the Louisiana Capital Assistance Center will share his stories from the front line of fighting the death penalty in the Southern United States.
	Guest Lecture Series (topic to be confirmed) Tuesday, 24/03/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	CCCS Book Launch: Challenging Women: Towards Equality in the Parliament of Victoria Tuesday, 24/03/09 5:00 PM The CCCS invites you to attend the launch of Dr Grey's book 'Challenging Women: Towards Equality in the Parliament of Victoria' by the Minister for Women's Affairs, Maxine Morand MP.
	Court Security in an Age of Terror: Can Architecture Interfere with Justice? Tuesday, 24/03/09 6:00 PM Justice Bernard Bongiorno, Frank Greene, Kate Auty, Thomas Schuster, Graham Turnbull SC & Chief Judge Patsy Wolfe join a discussion on the design of courtrooms used for major security trials
	Asian Legal Dialogue: Jaringan Islam Liberal (JIL): Its Anatomy and Legal Thinking Friday, 20/03/09 12:00 PM Hamid Chalid, lecturer in the Faculty of Law at the University of Indonesia will address an Asian Legal Dialogue on the topic of Jaringan Islam Liberal (JIL).
	Mossman Round Table Thursday, 19/03/09
	Mossman Round Table Thursday, 19/03/09
	KickStart Skills 4 Work : Assessment Centres Thursday, 19/03/09 12:00 PM
	Allen Hope Southey Memorial Lecture: Reflections on the History of Women in Law Thursday, 19/03/09 6:30 PM Professor Mary Jane Mossman, a leading figure in feminist legal thought & pioneer in Canadian legal education, will deliver the 27th Memorial Lecture
	KickStart Skills 4 Work : Interview Overviews Wednesday, 18/03/09 1:00 PM
	The International Role of the European Union (Guest Lecture Series) Wednesday, 18/03/09 1:00 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Upcoming Melbourne JD Information Sessions Wednesday, 18/03/09 6:00 PM Learn more about the Melbourne JD - the law degree for graduates.
	CMCL Seminar - 'Internet content and ISP-level filtering: the Australian experiment' Tuesday, 17/03/09 8:15 AM Government-initiated trials are currently underway in Australia into ISP-level filtering of various internet content..click here for further information.
	Leo Cussen Institute Info Session Tuesday, 17/03/09 1:00 PM The Leo Cussen Institute will speak about the Practical Training Course and Traineeship Modules and answer questions about pathways to admission to legal practice.
	WTO Dispute Settlement: Recent Australian Experience Tuesday, 17/03/09 6:00 PM IILAH will host a seminar presented by Ms Amanda Gorely (Melbourne Law School graduate) on her first hand involvement in dispute settlements and her successful career at DFAT and beyond.
	Conferring of Degrees Ceremony Monday, 16/03/09 3:30 PM The Hon Michael Kirby AC CMG will join our 300 graduands and their family and friends at the 23 May graduation ceremony. A graduation information sheet is now available for graduands.
	ALC Book Launch: Examining Practice, Interrogating Theory: Comparative Legal Studies in Asia Monday, 16/03/09 5:30 PM Your are invited to a book launch to celebrate the publication of 'Examining Practice, Interrogating Theory: Comparative Legal Studies in Asia', edited by Pip Nicholson and Sarah Biddulph.
	KickStart Skills 4 Work: Crack the Case Friday, 13/03/09 12:00 PM
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue: Conversation with Jimly Asshiddiqie Friday, 13/03/09 12:00 PM As part of his visit to Melbourne, Prof Dr Jimly Asshiddiqie will deliver a lecture in Indonesian on the rule of law in Indonesia and discuss current political issues with the audience.
	ALC/CCCS Round Table: Transnational Judging: A Judicial Conversation on Foreign and International Law in Domestic Courts Friday, 13/03/09 5:00 PM The Asian Law Centre and Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies co-hosted a judicial roundtable featuring five Australian judges and Prof Jimly Asshiddiqie.
	Meeting with the Associate Dean (Undergraduate) Thursday, 12/03/09 1:00 PM
	Conversation with Professor Tony Anghie (Melbourne Conversations Series) Thursday, 12/03/09 5:00 PM Join a discussion with this prominent lecturer and author from the University of Utah.
	Exhibition Moot : 2009 World Trade Organization Moot Competition Thursday, 12/03/09 6:00 PM On behalf of the students competing in the 2009 World Trade Organization (WTO) Moot competition, Melbourne Law School invites you to an Exhibition Moot and refreshments.
	Graduate Careers Fair - Big Fair Out Wednesday, 11/03/09 12:00 PM On Wednesday 11th March, 2009 Careers & Employment will be hosting the annual Graduate Careers Fair in the iconic Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens.
	Linklaters London Information Session Wednesday, 11/03/09 1:00 PM The Linklaters team will shortly be visiting Melbourne Law School and invite you to join us for a short presentation,refreshments and an opportunity to meet some of Linklaters global team.
	From Australia to China: From Study to Work to Career Wednesday, 11/03/09 1:00 PM Jesse Chang, Managing Partner of TransAsia Lawyers will talk about his career: from studying law in Australia in the 70s, to a legal career in China.
	ALC Occasional Seminar: Seabrook Chambers Lecture - Creating a Constitutional Court for a New Democracy Wednesday, 11/03/09 6:00 PM Professor Dr Jimly Asshiddiqie was the first Chief Justice of the Consitutional Court of Indonesia. He will speak on his experiences in creating a constitutional court for a new democracy.
	Being a Solicitor-General (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 10/03/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	KickStart Skills 4 Work Resumes and Cover Letters Tuesday, 10/03/09 1:00 PM
	2009 Jessup Moot Team - Victory Toast Tuesday, 10/03/09 4:15 PM It is with great pleasure that the Melbourne Law School invites students and staff to toast the winners of the 2009 Australian Jessup Tournament.
	CMCL & IPRIA Exhibition Moot – Oxford IP Moot Team Tuesday, 10/03/09 5:30 PM CMCL and IPRIA are please to invite you to join us for an exhibition moot by Melbourne University’s inaugural team in the Oxford International IP Moot.
	KickStart Skills 4 Work : What are employers looking for? Friday, 6/03/09 12:00 PM What are employers looking for?
	Scholarship applications now open Wednesday, 4/03/09 Melbourne Law School has one of the most generous and prestigious awards and scholarships programs in Australia. See below for further information. Hurry - applications close 27 March 2009
	International Women’s Day Lecture Wednesday, 4/03/09 1:00 PM International Women’s Day is a major day of global celebration for the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future.
	International Women's Day Lecture with Justice Marcia Neave Wednesday, 4/03/09 1:00 PM In recognition of International Women's Day 2009, the LSS Women's Officers and Dr Ann Genovese have invited Justice Marcia Neave to speak to staff and students at a special lunchtime lecture
	The R Douglas Wright Lecture: 'If Human Rights Matter, Why Not Protect Them?' Wednesday, 4/03/09 5:30 PM Julian Burnside is a well known advocate on human rights issues and was recently recognised for this work with the award of Officer of the Order of Australia
	ALC Special Lecture: Foreign Lawyers in Asia: Developments in Market Access with a Specific Focus on China Wednesday, 4/03/09 5:30 PM This is the inaugural seminar in the ALC's new Professional Development Strategy Series, designed to provide specialist training in commercial law and legal practice in Asia.
	What does a General Counsel and Company Secretary do in a Global Economic Crisis? (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 3/03/09 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
February, 2009
	Forum on the Proposed Building and Construction Division of Fair Work Australia Thursday, 26/02/09 9:00 AM The Centre for Employment and Labour Relations Law is holding a Forum on the Proposed Building and Construction Division of Fair Work Australia here at the Law School.
	Employment, Tax and Work Visa Information Session Thursday, 26/02/09 1:00 PM Want to know what your rights and responsibilities are in relation to tax, work visa requirements and working in Australia?
	Privacy Case Law Implications for Contemporary Media Practices Wednesday, 25/02/09 5:30 PM The Victorian Court of Appeal’s decision in Giller v Procopets, is the latest in a series of privacy decisions having implications for contemporary media practices.
	Recognition, Redistribution and Resistance: Assessing the Usefulness of the Right to Health in Sub-Saharan Africa Tuesday, 24/02/09 12:45 PM IILAH will host Mr Daniel Muriu's PhD Completion Seminar at the Melbourne Law School. All welcome to attend!!!
	Commercialising Inventions - What's the Story Tuesday, 17/02/09 IPRIA and the AIC are hosting a one-day conference on 17 February 2009 (Brisbane) and 19 February 2009 (Melbourne) on commercialising inventions.
	ALC/CELRL/GRADS Workshop: Enforcement of Labour Law in China and Australia Tuesday, 17/02/09 9:30 AM This workshop is designed to promote improved enforcement of labour law in China and Australia, through an exchange between scholars, community workers and government representatives.
	Professor Michal Gal Wednesday, 11/02/09
	Australian Tax Research Foundation Housing & Taxation Research Symposium Wednesday, 11/02/09 8:30 AM Melbourne Law School is hosting the Australian Tax Research Foundation Symposium on Housing & Taxation featuring leading international and Australian speakers on law and economics.
	CCCS Seminar: Legislating Like Judges? A Preliminary Assessment of Parliamentary Bills of Rights. Tuesday, 10/02/09 1:00 PM CCCS invites you to attend a seminar by Professor Janet Hiebert, Queen's University, on a comparison of parliamentary bills of rights and their impact on governing.
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue: A Judge's Work - A seminar in Japanese Tuesday, 10/02/09 5:30 PM Judge Shiraishi will talk about the work of Assistant Judges in Japan and his own attraction to the profession. This seminar will be presented in Japanese.
	Community Observance for the Opening of the Legal Year Monday, 2/02/09 9:00 AM The International Commission of Jurists (Victoria) will host the second Community Observance for the Opening of the Legal Year.
January, 2009
	Exhibition Moot - 2009 Philip C Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition Thursday, 29/01/09 6:00 PM Come and show your support for 2009 Jessup Moot team before they head to Canberra for the regional rounds.
	Graduate Study Expo Wednesday, 28/01/09 4:00 PM Join us at the University of Melbourne's Graduate Study Expo to discover the range of graduate study options available in 2009 and beyond.
	The Regulation of Female Nudity in Public Spaces: Why are Breasts Such a Threat? Wednesday, 21/01/09 12:45 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities will host a day-time seminar presented by Ms Chantal Morton (Osgoode Hall Law School).
December, 2008
	In Search of Authority, Rebellion and Action Thursday, 18/12/08 A two day Postgraduate and Early Career Researchers Workshop on Methodological Approaches to Legal Scholarship organised by PLSA and IILAH.
	Get Ready for Work Series Tuesday, 16/12/08 9:30 AM The Law School's Legal Research Skills Advisor is providing a one day workshop from 9.30am to 4.30 pm to help get you ready to work in a law firm.
	CCCS Seminar: Real Constitutional Dialogue: From Canada to Australia. Tuesday, 16/12/08 1:00 PM CCCS invites you to attend a seminar on 'Real Constitutional Dialogue'by Assistant Professor Rosalind Dixon, University of Chicago Law School
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: The Political Determinants of Corporate Governance in China Monday, 15/12/08 1:00 PM Chenxia Shi will present her PhD completion seminar. She will discusss whether Chinese corporate governance will converge with international models in the age of globalisation.
	The Review of the Equal Opportunity Act 1995 - proposed new directions Wednesday, 10/12/08 1:00 PM In this seminar, Julian Gardner will speak about the recommendations of the Review, their rationale and aims, and the changes they would bring to anti-discrimination law and practice...
	Risk-Based Regulation, the Credit Crisis and the Compliance Conundrum Tuesday, 9/12/08 1:00 PM The focus of the seminar is on the relationship between risk based regulation and enforcement in the context of the credit crisis and the implications for regulatory reform.
	Systemic and adaptive water governance: Reconfiguring institutions for social learning and more effective water managing? Friday, 5/12/08 10:00 AM CREEL invites to a seminar and workshop exploring the role of social learning in water policy and law.
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Pakistan’s Islamic Identity, its Blasphemy Law and the International Law of Human Rights Wednesday, 3/12/08 1:00 PM Hajrah Saboor will discuss Pakistan's blasphemy laws, arguing that they must be analysed in the context of Pakistan's history as well as the country's religious, social and political trends.
	Traineeship Workshop Wednesday, 3/12/08 6:00 PM The Traineeship Workshop is designed to help provide students with all they need to know to prepare themselves for traineeship and seasonal clerkship applications.
	Full Court of the High Court sits in Melbourne (December) Tuesday, 2/12/08 The Full Bench of the High Court is expected to sit during the first two weeks of December, commencing Tuesday 2 December at 9.30am.
November, 2008
	Inaugural Professorial Lecture: Professor Adrienne Stone Wednesday, 26/11/08 6:00 PM Prof Stone defends the practice of refering to international judgments in her lecture 'Foreign Law and Constitutional Interpretation: Cautious Comparativism or Judicial Activism?'
	CCCS Seminar: The Office of Lord Chancellor, the Judiciary and the Constitutional Reform Act 2005: ... a new and original plan? Monday, 24/11/08 1:00 PM CCCS invites you to a seminar by Professor Peter Leyland, Professor of Public Law, London Metropolitan University, United Kingdom.
	ALC Occasional Seminar: Combating Corruption in Indonesia: How the Anti-Corruption Commission catches the Big Fish Monday, 24/11/08 1:00 PM Recent receipient of the 2008 Bung Hatta Anti Corruption Award, Amien Sunaryadi will speak on:'Combating Corruption in Indonesia: How the Anti-CorruptionCommission catches the Big Fish'
	CHANCELLOR’S HUMAN RIGHTS LECTURE: Criminal Defence Lawyers: Unwitting Human Rights Defenders Monday, 24/11/08 6:30 PM The University of Melbourne’s 2008 Chancellor’s Lecture on Human Rights will this year be delivered by Justice Lex Lasry. The lecture will discuss the role that particular practitioners in the area of criminal law have played in terms of human rights issues, both in Victoria and more broadly.
	Annual CMCL Conference - Media, Communications and Public Speech Thursday, 20/11/08 9:00 AM This is the major annual academic conference for the Centre for Media and Communications Law with plenary speakers from Singapore, South Africa, UK, USA and Australia.
	IILAH Doctoral roundtable with Professor Hilary Charlesworth (Australian National University) Wednesday, 19/11/08 12:30 PM It is of relevance to doctoral students working on questions of post- conflict reconstruction, state-building, democracy and international law or feminist approaches to international law.
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Thailand's Constitutional Watchdogs: More Bark than Bite? Wednesday, 19/11/08 1:00 PM Peter Leyland will discuss the various bodies which act as constitutional watchdogs in Thailand, assessing their performance, taking into account Thai values and the constitutional context.
	Talking to Ourselves: Should International Lawyers Take a Break from Feminism? Wednesday, 19/11/08 6:00 PM IILAH is pleased to invite you to a public seminar delivered by Professor Hilary Charlesworth (ANU) with Melbourne Law School's Dr Ann Genovese and Prof Dianne Otto acting as respondents
	My Story: The Tale of a Terrorist Who Wasn't Tuesday, 18/11/08 6:00 PM A public conversation with Prof Tim McCormack and authors, Mr Mamdouh Habib and Ms Julia Collingwood. Concluding comments will be made by Rt Hon Malcolm Fraser
	CILS Islamic Studies Postgraduate Conference 2008 Monday, 17/11/08 9:00 AM CILS will host its 4th annual Islamic Studies Postgraduate Conference - to bring together postgraduate students around Australia who are researching topics relating to Islam.
	CCCS Seminar: Disintegration through Law? - On the Decomposition of Citizenship in Europe. Monday, 17/11/08 1:00 PM CCCS invites you to a seminar by Professor Dr Alexander Graser, LLM Harvard),Professor of Comparative Public Law and Social Policy, Hertie School of Governance, Berlin, Germany.
	CILS Book Launch: Expressing Islam- Religious Life and Politics in Indonesia Monday, 17/11/08 5:30 PM CILS will host a book launch to celebrate the publication of Expressing Islam: Religions Life and Politics in Indonesia
	'Who Gets Born? Pre-Birth Testing in New Zealand.' Thursday, 13/11/08 1:00 PM The New Zealand Bioethics Council has explored issues, and growing concerns, raised by pre-birth testing with a view to informing future laws regulating this area.
	2008 Labour Law Teaching Workshop Thursday, 13/11/08 2:00 PM To provide a forum for teachers of labour law subjects, broadly construed to include employment & industrial law to discuss the challenging questions we face in our teaching, such as....
	Rare Books Evening: Early English Law Reporting Wednesday, 12/11/08 5:30 PM Melbourne Law School Library presents an evening of Rare Books on the subject of 'Early English Law Reporting'
	Upcoming Melbourne JD Information Sessions Tuesday, 11/11/08 6:00 PM Learn more about the Melbourne JD - the law degree for graduates.
	Tokyo War Crimes Trial Conference and Public Lecture Monday, 10/11/08 5:00 PM Major international conference and public lecture to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Judgment in the Tokyo War Crimes Trial: The future of international law and the law of war crimes
	PUBLIC LECTURE: The Tokyo War Crimes Trial: Humanity’s Justice or Victors’ Justice? Monday, 10/11/08 6:00 PM Professor Fujita will provide an overview of the international legal significance of the Tokyo War Crimes Trial from a Japanese perspective. This public lecture will open the the conference
	Labour Law Seminar - Prohibiting religious discrimination: Fundamental human rights and political reality intersect! Thursday, 6/11/08 1:00 PM This Labour Law Seminar will involve a panel including visiting scholar Ms Anne Hewitt and Melbourne Law School’s Associate Professor Beth Gaze.
October, 2008
	Careers Information Seminar: Careers in Media Law Thursday, 30/10/08 1:00 PM Elizabeth Beal, Herald & Weekly Times, and Justin Quill, Kelly Hazel Lawyers, will present a seminar on legal careers in the media.
	Melbourne Law Masters Information Evening Thursday, 30/10/08 6:00 PM Find out about our outstanding programs for law and non-law graduates. You can even apply on the night!
	From Tax to Human Rights: The Role of Law at World Vision (Guest Lecture Series) Tuesday, 28/10/08 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	CCCS Seminar: Political Responsibility for Rights Protection in New Zealand. Tuesday, 28/10/08 1:00 PM CCCS invites you to a seminar by Dr Petra Butler, Associate Director of the New Zealand Centre for Public Law at the Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand.
	Competition Law Overview - Saturday 25 October in Sydney Saturday, 25/10/08 This one day seminar, taking place in Sydney, is designed to give a general understanding of competition law and the provisions of Part IV of the Trade Practices Act 1974.
	ALC Public Lecture: 10 Years of Reform in Indonesia: Reflections from a Human Rights Commissioner Thursday, 23/10/08 5:30 PM The Asian Law Centre and Indonesia Forum is pleased to announce a free public lecture by Yosep Stanley Adi Prasetyo, a Commissioner for the Indonesian Human Rights Commission.
	Meeting with the Associate Dean (Undergraduate) Wednesday, 22/10/08 1:00 PM
	Asian Law Centre Occasional Seminar: The Sidoarjo Mud Flow Disaster: Abuse of Human Rights? Wednesday, 22/10/08 1:00 PM Mr Stanley Yosep Adi Prasetyo, Commissioner at the Indonesian National Human Rights Commission, will speak about the disasterous Sidoarjo mudslide, which has been flowing since May 2006.
	CCCS Seminar: Bicameralism and the British House of Lords Tuesday, 21/10/08 1:00 PM CCCS invites you to a seminar by Dr Meg Russell, Reader in British and Comparative Politics, University College, London on 'Bicameralism and the British House of Lords.'
	Careers Information Seminar: Rural careers - balancing lifestyle with a successful legal career Thursday, 16/10/08 1:00 PM Justin Serong from Maddens Lawyers, Warrnambool, will present a seminar on the advantages of rural career paths.
	Sport: A Political Football - The 18th Annual ANZSLA Conference Wednesday, 15/10/08 The Australian and New Zealand Sports Law Association's 18th Annual Conference will be held in Melbourne during October 2008.
	PhD Teaching Fellowships Wednesday, 15/10/08 Applications for 2009 close on 23 November 2008
	Labour Law Seminar - Looking for the Hook: The Problem in Proving Race Discrimination' Wednesday, 15/10/08 1:00 PM Dr Jennifer Nielsen will discuss the difficulties involved in proving complaints of race discrimination, arguing that anti-discrimination jurisprudence is informed by 'white' ways of thinkin
	Careers Information Seminar : Victoria Legal Aid’s New Lawyers Program Wednesday, 15/10/08 1:00 PM Victoria Legal Aid if no longer offering Articles. Instead they have developed the New Lawyers Program.
	Upcoming Melbourne JD Information Sessions Wednesday, 15/10/08 6:00 PM Learn more about the Melbourne JD - the law degree for graduates.
	International Criminal Court - recent developments Tuesday, 14/10/08 1:00 PM The Deputy Prosecutor will outline developments in the situations and cases currently before the Court - Northern Uganda, DR Congo, Darfur Sudan and the Central African Republic.
	Commonwealth v Tasmania. Tuesday, 14/10/08 6:30 PM The Tasmanian Dam Case Retrospective - 25 years later
	Melbourne Law School Lunchtime concert Series Monday, 13/10/08 1:00 PM This is the first in a series of free lunchtime musical performances hosted by the Postgraduate Law Students' Society.
	Careers Information Seminar: Careers at Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Thursday, 9/10/08 1:00 PM The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade will be presenting a seminar on career opportunities for law graduates.
	International Humanitarian Law and the Young Lawyer Thursday, 9/10/08 6:30 PM Australian Red Cross in conjunction with Melbourne Law School wishes to invite you to a free public seminar entitled “International Humanitarian Law and the Young Lawyer”.
	Careers Information Seminar: Careers at the Environmental Defenders Office Wednesday, 8/10/08 1:00 PM The EDO is an independent, non-profit, community legal service, practising in public interest environmental law.
	CILS Research Seminar: Beauty Queens, the Law and the Islamic Defenders Front in Indonesia Wednesday, 8/10/08 1:00 PM Helen will consider the implications of the 'Indonesian Princess' case for the continuing debate about pornography in Indonesia more broadly.
	Meeting with the Associate Dean (Undergraduate) Wednesday, 8/10/08 1:00 PM
	CMCL Melbourne Seminar: Privacy Law Reform and the Media Wednesday, 8/10/08 5:30 PM This seminar brings together experts from law reform, legal practice and the media to examine the implications of recent law reform proposals and case law developments.
	Inaugural MJIL Public Forum: Wednesday, 8/10/08 6:30 PM Three eminent speakers will confront this question at the Melbourne Journal of International Law's inaugural public forum.
	'Unleashing the Tiger? Competition Law in China and Hong Kong' A Melbourne Law School - Gilbert + Tobin Conference, supported by ANZSOG and Asian Competition Forum Saturday, 4/10/08 8:30 AM Melbourne Law School's significant one day conference on competition law in Australia and Hong Kong took place on 4 October 2008
	2008 Protecting Human Rights Conference Friday, 3/10/08 8:30 AM The CCCS invites you to attend a one day National Conference on Australian Bills of Rights focussing on developments in relation to legislative protection of human rights.
	Water and Institutional complexity: Project scoping workshop Friday, 3/10/08 9:30 AM
	Australia's Asia Pacific Community Proposal Friday, 3/10/08 1:00 PM Professor Chin Lim will discuss Australia's role in the proposed ASEAN plus 6 model and what a future regional arrangement would look like for Asia-Pacific trade.
	Privacy Law Reform and the Media - Who will be protected by a private right of action? Thursday, 2/10/08 2:15 PM Held in conjunction with the Cyberspace Law and Policy Centre, UNSW, as part of its full day seminar “Meeting privacy challenges-the ALRC & NSWLRC Privacy Reviews”.
	Public Hearing in Melbourne: Inquiry into Law Enforcement Integrity Models Wednesday, 1/10/08
	Melbourne Law Masters international visiting lecturers – October 2008 Wednesday, 1/10/08 In 2008, more than 50 international scholars and practitioners will be teaching in the Melbourne Law Masters, sharing their international expertise with our graduate students.
September, 2008
	Students: Want to tell your story? Wednesday, 24/09/08 We are looking for short and snappy ‘postcards’ from students about your experience at the University of Melbourne!
	CCCS Seminar: “The Evolution of a Revolution: The Singapore Constitution after 40 Years.” Wednesday, 24/09/08 1:00 PM CCCS is pleased to invite you to a seminar by Professor Li-ann Thio Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore on the Singapore constitution.
	Labour Law Seminar 'Towards National Child Employment Laws?' Tuesday, 23/09/08 1:00 PM Professor Andrew Stewart will review what we know about the work young Australians perform, outline the fragmented and sometimes conflicting systems of laws and processes....
	Suits and the City: Networking Event for Young Professionals Friday, 19/09/08 6:30 PM An opportunity to mix with over 500 young professionals from the LIV, CPA Australia, the Melbourne Junior Chamber of Commerce (MJCC) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAA).
	IILAH Lunch-time Seminar: The Governance of International Refugee Law: Time for a Change? Thursday, 18/09/08 12:45 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities will host a lunch-time seminar presented by Martin Jones, PhD Candidate at Osgoode Hall Law School (Canada). Online registration...
	Thursday 18 September – The Victorian Attorney-General, The Honourable Robert Hulls MP, Melbourne Law School Lecture Thursday, 18/09/08 1:00 PM The Victorian Attorney-General, The Honourable Robert Hulls MP, will deliver a lecture to Melbourne Law School staff and students.
	Obama v McCain - Who will win, does it matter? International public lecture Thursday, 18/09/08 6:30 PM Ambassasor Derek Shearer will provide an 'insider' analysis of the upcoming US Presidential election.
	CILS Research Seminar: Yusman Roy and the Language of Devotion Wednesday, 17/09/08 1:00 PM Concentrating mainly on the ‘fatwah’ and the legal process, Stewart Fenwick will apply the work of John Rawls to explore to what extent Indonesian constitutionalism is ‘liberal’ or ‘Islamic'
	University of Melbourne issues Forum: The Death Penalty in Indonesia Tuesday, 16/09/08 1:00 PM This forum is part of a series organised by the Office of the Provost and is an internal event for staff, student and visitors of the University of Melbourne.
	The History of the Insanity Plea: Medical Diagnosis and Criminal Culpability Thursday, 11/09/08 6:00 PM This public lecture will survey the changing courtroom dynamics that have framed the evolution of medical terms connoting mental derangement.
	CILS Research Seminar: Interest Free? Attitudes of Australian and British Muslims towards Conventional and Islamic Banking Wednesday, 10/09/08 1:00 PM Imran Lum will discuss the implications the prohibition of 'riba' (interest) has on Muslim banking practices in secular societies.
	Meeting with the Associate Dean (Undergraduate) Wednesday, 10/09/08 1:00 PM
	Labour Law Seminar: 'Making Labour Law in Nepal: the ILO in Action' Wednesday, 10/09/08 1:00 PM The seminar is designed to offer some insight into the challenges of revising labour laws in a developing economy. Click here to view full details and to register online.
	CILS Research Seminar: Muslim Women in Australia and the Challenges of Securing a 'Complete' Divorce Wednesday, 10/09/08 2:15 PM Anisa Buckley will discuss the challenges Muslim women in Australia face, which arrise out of the interplay between civil divorce proceedures and the involvement of religious authorities.
	Melbourne Graduate Expo Wednesday, 10/09/08 3:00 PM Go further, faster at Melbourne. Speak to Melbourne Law School representatives about your study options for 2009 at the Melbourne Graduate Expo.
	Careers Information Session: ANU Legal Workshop (PLT provider) Tuesday, 9/09/08 1:00 PM Speakers from the ANU Legal Workshop will speak about their program and pathways to admission to practice.
	Insider Trading: Recent Developments and Implications for Market Players - Sydney Tuesday, 9/09/08 5:30 PM ASIC has recently announced that it is giving higher priority to detecting and prosecuting insider traders. Other international regulators have made similar announcements. The current market volatility has, according to some commentators, facilitated insider trading. At the same time, there have been criticisms of the insider trading laws, including criticisms by judges.
	Pre-1970s Law Alumni Luncheon Reunion Friday, 5/09/08
	Human Rights Mooting Competition Friday, 5/09/08 5:30 PM
	Better Information Security Regulation Seminar Thursday, 4/09/08 5:30 PM Professor Jane Winn (University of Washington, USA), Karin Clark (Special Councel, Allens Arthur Robinson) and Anthony Bendall Deputy Privacy Commissioner, Victoria)
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Challenging and Moving Beyond the Asian Rejection Hypothesis: Exploring Refugee Law in Asia Wednesday, 3/09/08 1:00 PM This seminar will explore a more elaborate definition of refugee law, and sketch out a regional legal landscape in which refugee law figures more prominently than previously recognised.
	Careers Lunchtime Seminar - Career paths in legal academia Wednesday, 3/09/08 1:00 PM Like research, travel and following your passions? Perhaps an academic career is for you?
August, 2008
	Privacy Awareness Week: Privacy vs Security public debate Friday, 29/08/08 12:00 PM Privacy vs Security - Where do you draw the line? Join the debate on August 29.
	Labour Law Seminar: 'Do Investment Attraction Incentives Create Decent Jobs? A Study of Labour Conditions in Industry Assistance Contracts' Friday, 29/08/08 1:00 PM This seminar presents preliminary findings from research on how three state governments in Australia use industry assistance to pursue public policy goals... Click here to rsvp.
	Careers Information Seminar: Internships at Reprieve Australia Thursday, 28/08/08 1:00 PM Representatives from Reprieve Australia will talk about the internship program and their experiences acting for those facing the death penalty in the USA.
	Insider Trading: Recent Developments and Implications for Market Players - Melbourne Thursday, 28/08/08 5:30 PM ASIC has recently announced that it is giving higher priority to detecting and prosecuting insider traders. Other international regulators have made similar announcements. The current market volatility has, according to some commentators, facilitated insider trading. At the same time, there have been criticisms of the insider trading laws, including criticisms by judges.
	Meeting with the Associate Dean (Undergraduate) Wednesday, 27/08/08 1:00 PM
	Careers Information Session: How to navigate a varied career path Wednesday, 27/08/08 1:00 PM Leigh Mackay, Head Corporate Office and Secretary to the Council of Trustees, National Gallery of Victoria, will present a lunchtime seminar on the subject of alternative legal career paths.
	CCCS Seminar: “Codification system in the Anglo-American Legal Tradition: The case of New York.” Wednesday, 27/08/08 1:00 PM CCCS invites you to a seminar by Professor Aniceto Masferrer, University of Valencia, Spain: “Codification system in the Anglo- American Legal Tradition: The case of New York.”
	CILS Resarch Seminar: Responses of Local Women's NGO's to Sharia Implementation in Aceh: Competing ideas of Local Adat, Islamic Law and Universalist Feminism Wednesday, 27/08/08 1:00 PM Dina Afrianty will discuss how women activisits from local women's NGOS in Aceh deal with the competing ideological frameworks
	Vice-Chancellor's Research Lecture - Bad babies: law, medicine and the battle over neurological birth injury Monday, 25/08/08 6:30 PM One in 500 babies is born with cerebral palsy. This lecture will outline the divide that has arisen between law & medicine over neurological birth injury.
	Celebrating 50 years of the Allen Hope Southey Memorial Lecture at Melbourne Law School: 'The Torture Team: The Responsibility of Lawyers for Abusive Interrogation ' Thursday, 21/08/08 6:00 PM Professor Philippe Sands lays out the story behind the human-rights abuses sanctioned by the most senior lawyers in the Bush Administration and the terrible consequences of their actions
	CILS Research Seminar: Challenging the Myth of the Happy Celibate: Muslim Women Negotiating Contemporary Relationships Wednesday, 20/08/08 1:00 PM Dr Imtoual will discuss how cultural attitudes, higher divorce rates and the rising age of marriage have led Muslim women to feeling they should perform the 'myth of the happy celibate'.
	Annual Tax Lecture Wednesday, 20/08/08 6:00 PM High Court Justice Michael Kirby will be presenting the Melbourne Law School's Annual Tax Lecture on "Sham In Australia After Raftland Pty Ltd v Commissioner of Taxation".
	Inaugural Nathan and Pamela Jacobson Lecture: “The Many Faces of the International War on Terrorism Tuesday, 19/08/08 6:00 PM Visiting Melbourne as the Inaugural Guest Speaker for the Nathan and Pamela Jacobson Lecture, International Law expert, Dr Yoram Dinstein, will explore this topic for a public audience.
	Practical Legal Training Providers - Leo Cussen and College of Law Thursday, 14/08/08 1:00 PM Speakers from the Leo Cussen Institute and College of Law will speak about pathways to admission to practice.
	Local Election (Pilkada) and Shari'a Implementation in South Sulawesi, Indonesia Wednesday, 13/08/08 1:00 PM Andi Amiruddin will discuss the political position of KPPSI during the election process and the legitimacy of its attempts to push its Shari'a agenda in South Sulawesi.
	CCCS Seminar: "The Party and the Judges: Threats to the Independence of the Judiciary in South Africa." Wednesday, 13/08/08 1:00 PM CCCS invites you to a seminar by Professor Christina Murray, University of Cape Town: "The Party and the Judges: Threats to the Independence of the Judiciary in South Africa."
	The Fight for Justice in Afghanistan: Victims of Childhood Marriage and Forced Labour Wednesday, 13/08/08 1:00 PM Suraya Pakzad was presented with the International Women of Courage Award earlier this year, and will speak about her work in the field of development for women and children in Afghanistan
	Human Rights Forum Lunchtime Lecture Series: Working with an NGO from the South: Experiences from India Wednesday, 13/08/08 1:00 PM Having spent 2007 working for a pan-Commonwealth NGO based in Delhi, India. Gudrun Dewey will describe the day-to-day of working in a small international NGO.
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: The Legal Profession and Building Legal Aid in Afghanistan Tuesday, 12/08/08 1:15 PM Khalil will examine what the legal profession looks like in Afghanistan's unstable situation. He will discuss who the lawyers are and how they are operating in this mixed legal system.
	Careers Seminar - Shane Tyrrell, Criminal Barrister, Victorian Bar Tuesday, 12/08/08 5:30 PM Shane Tyrrell, a criminal barrister with the Victorian Bar, will be presenting a lunchtime seminar on the subject of his career.
	NSW Law Alumni Luncheon Monday, 11/08/08
	Islam and Economic Underdevelopment: Legal Causes of Organizational Retardation Monday, 11/08/08 1:00 PM
	Can (and How Can) Lawyers Distinguish Between High Quality Work and Its Converse Among Psychological Experts? (Public Lecture) Thursday, 7/08/08 6:00 PM
	China and Human Rights: A Global Strategy Wednesday, 6/08/08 6:15 PM
	Graduate Study Information Sessions – Australia and New Zealand Tuesday, 5/08/08 The University of Melbourne is holding information sessions across Australia and New Zealand. Come along and learn how we can help you go further, faster. Register now!
	Senate Standing Committee on Economics (Public Hearing in Melbourne) Tuesday, 5/08/08
	ALC/CILS Research Seminar: 'Faith and the State: A History of Islamic Philanthropy in Indonesia' Tuesday, 5/08/08 1:00 PM Amelia will argue that although political circumstances do influence the development of Islamic philanthropy, the state cannot successfully control it.
	Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia sits in Melbourne Monday, 4/08/08 9:30 AM The Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia will be sitting in Melbourne from 4 to 27 August 2008 commencing at 9.30am.
	CCCS Seminar: THINKING ABOUT 'CONSTITUTIONAL DICTATORSHIP'. Monday, 4/08/08 5:30 PM CCCS invites you to attend a seminar by Professor Sanford Levinson, Professor of Government, The University of Texas, USA: "Thinking about 'constitutional dictatorship.'"
	Melbourne Law Masters international visiting lecturers – August 2008 Friday, 1/08/08 In 2008, more than 50 international scholars and practitioners will be teaching in the Melbourne Law Masters, sharing their international expertise with our graduate students.
	The High Court - Applications for Special Leave Friday, 1/08/08 9:30 AM The High Court will be sitting in Melbourne to hear Applications for Special Leave.
July, 2008
	Law Week Oration 2008 Thursday, 31/07/08 4:45 PM
	DELIMITING ACCOUNTABILITY: WRITING HISTORY OUT OF TRANSITIONAL JUSTICE Thursday, 31/07/08 5:45 PM This seminar, with Vasuki Nesiah, Ann Genovese and Gerry Simpson, examines the embrace of history by the field of transitional justice.
	IILAH Twilight Seminar: Law and Development in Practice – The Dutch Development Bank - 30th July 2008 Wednesday, 30/07/08 5:00 PM This seminar is about development finance and provides an overview of how FMO (the Dutch development bank) assists the private sector in emerging country economies...
	Obligations IV Conference 2008: 'The Goals of Private Law' Wednesday, 23/07/08 Melbourne Law School, National University of Singapore and the Singapore Academy of Law will co-host the 4th Obligations Conference 'The Goals of Private Law' in Singapore in 2008
	Continuous Disclosure: Key Issues for Companies and Their Advisers - Melbourne 23 July 2008 Wednesday, 23/07/08 5:30 PM Speakers are: Malcolm Cooke, Partner-Freehills; James Gerraty, Manager of Issuers-ASX Ltd; Marie McDonald, Partner-Blake Dawson; John Walker, Managing Director-IMF (Australia) Ltd
	Crime and Justice Festival 2008 Friday, 18/07/08 A festival of literary offerings and judicial debate
	CCCS Seminar: “Giving Teeth to International Human Rights Treaties: Commissions, Courts and Corporations - A Practitioner's Perspective.” Thursday, 17/07/08 6:00 PM CCCS invites you to a seminar by Prof Brian Burdekin, a leading international expert on National Human Rights Institutions, on recent international developments in protecting human rights.
	Continuous Disclosure: Key Issues for Companies and Their Advisers – Sydney 16 July 2008 Wednesday, 16/07/08 5:30 PM Speakers include: David Barnett - ASX Ltd, Quentin Digby - Freehills, Elizabeth Pakchung - Blake Dawson, John Walker - IMF (Australia) Ltd.
	Legal Technology Conference 2008 Thursday, 10/07/08 9:30 AM This conference, hosted by the VSCL and Melbourne Law School, will explore emerging and innovative technologies and processes relating to the practice of law.
	Melbourne Law Masters international visiting lecturers – July 2008 Tuesday, 1/07/08 In 2008, more than 50 international scholars and practitioners will be teaching in the Melbourne Law Masters, sharing their international expertise with our graduate students.
	IILAH Twilight Seminar: Rule of Law in Post-Conflict Rebuilding Tuesday, 1/07/08 5:30 PM Associate Professor Balakrishnan Rajagopal, teaching in the 2008 Human Rights Law Graduate Program, will present a seminar hosted by the Institute for International Law and the Humanities.
June, 2008
	Private Law Seminar 'The UNIDROIT Principles of International Commercial Contracts' Monday, 30/06/08 5:30 PM Private Law Seminar 'The UNIDROIT Principles of International Commercial Contracts' Prof MJ Bonell, the Hon Justice Finn, Prof MP Ellinghaus
	Competition Law Overview: Saturday 28 June 2008 Saturday, 28/06/08 8:30 AM This one day seminar is designed to give a general understanding of competition law and the provisions of Part IV of the Trade Practices Act 1974
	Asian Law Centre Brown Bag Seminar: "Reading the Tea Leaves in the Indonesian Commercial Court: How to Account for Vastly Differing Court Performance by Substantive Area" Thursday, 19/06/08 1:00 PM What is the explanation for the perceived differing performance of the Commercial Court in two different substantive areas, and what does it tell us about judicial reform in Asia?
	Law Institute of Victoria Traineeships Information session Wednesday, 18/06/08 1:00 PM Students, HR & Practice Managers and anyone seeking information on the new traineeship rules are invited to attend this essential information session held by the Law Institute of Victoria.
	Labour Law Seminar - 'Employee Majority Bargaining Systems: Comparing Developments in the United States and Australia' Monday, 16/06/08 1:00 PM One of the key planks of the ALP's election policy was the introduction of a system of employee majority bargaining at workplaces. The ACTU has adopted....... register online for this event
	Refugee Week 2008 Sunday, 15/06/08 Refugee Week 2008 will be celebrated from Sunday 15 June to Saturday 21 June to coincide with World Refugee Day (20 June).
	Tax Competition, Tax Arbitrage and the International Tax Regime Thursday, 12/06/08 5:30 PM The Australian Branch of IFA in conjunction with the University of Melbourne Tax Masters Program will host a talk given by Prof. Reuven Avi-Yonah
	Labour Law Seminar - “Time on your back”: Billable Hours and the Work of Solicitors in Private Practice. Friday, 6/06/08 1:00 PM This seminar presents preliminary results from a research project that examines working-time arrangements amongst solicitors in private practice....online rsvp...
	Melissa Conley-Tyler on the 20/20 Summit and ADR Thursday, 5/06/08 5:15 PM Melissa Conley-Tyler, National Executive Director of the Australian Institute of International Affairs, will speak about ADR at the Victorian Association of Dispute Resolution.
	Indigenous People & The State Thursday, 5/06/08 6:00 PM Smoking Ceremony commences at 6pm in University Square followed by the Forum at 6.30pm in Theatre G08
	Law Graduate Research Colloquium Wednesday, 4/06/08 10:00 AM The first Law Graduate Research Student Colloquium for the year is taking place on Wednesday 4 June 2008.
	The Future of the International IP System Tuesday, 3/06/08 5:30 PM Free Public Seminar in association with AIPPI Australia
	Melbourne Law Masters international visiting lecturers – June 2008 Sunday, 1/06/08 In 2008, more than 50 international scholars and practitioners will be teaching in the Melbourne Law Masters, sharing their international expertise with our graduate students.
May, 2008
	Graduate Study Expo Thursday, 29/05/08 4:00 PM Meet representatives from Melbourne Law School at Melbourne's Graduate Study Expo. Discover the range of graduate study options available to you and accelerate your career.
	ALC Round Table Discussion: Law and Development Reading Roundtable with Alvaro Santos Thursday, 29/05/08 4:00 PM IILAH, CELRL and ALC with host an intimate research workshop with visiting professor Alvaro Santos who will engage in discussions with academics and research students.
	The Globalisation of Sport: How Australian Law teaches an American Law Professor how to Advise a British Sports Manager Helping Build an Indian Sports League Thursday, 29/05/08 6:00 PM Leading American sports law and antitrust scholar, Professor Ross will discuss the Indian Premier League and the role Australian Sports Law has played in its development.
	CILS Research Seminar: Resistant to Change:Muslim Educational Thought on Children's Motivation from Ibn Sahnun to Ibn Khaldun Wednesday, 28/05/08 1:00 PM This seminar presents some findings of a larger part of doctoral research that examines the development of Muslim educational thought on children's motivation from Ibn Sahnun to Ibn Khaldun
	Labour Law Seminar: What Kind of “Flexibility” in Labour and Employment Regulation for Economic Development? Wednesday, 28/05/08 1:00 PM Scholars have long debated the role of protective labour and employment regulation in economic performance, arguing for or against regulatory “flexibility”. This debate .....
	Melbourne Law School Awards Ceremony Wednesday, 28/05/08 6:00 PM The Melbourne Law School Awards Ceremony celebrates the achievements of students from LLB, JD, Melbourne Law Masters and Research programs with occassional address by Hon Alastair Nicholson
	High Court of Australia to hear Special Leave Applications in Melbourne Friday, 23/05/08 9:30 AM The High Court of Australia will hear Special Leave Applications in Melbourne on Friday May 23 from 9.30am.
	IILAH Seminar - ‘Taking Your Beefs to the WTO: The Continuing Hormones Dispute and Issues in WTO Dispute Settlement' Thursday, 22/05/08 6:00 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities at Melbourne Law School, presents Victoria Donaldson who will discuss issues in WTO dispute settlement.
	CILS Research Seminar: Progressive Muslim Gender Discourse and Activism in Contemporary Indonesia: A Case Study of Rahima Wednesday, 21/05/08 1:00 PM The emergence of public Islam in Indonesia has been marked by the resurgence of religious issues into public sphere and growing civil society organizations since the late New Order.
	Courting Controversy Lecture Series: Inaugural public lecture 'War on the West: Changing Ideas of Jihad' Tuesday, 20/05/08 6:00 PM Is jihad a violent manifestation of religious fanaticism or is it just the Western misconception of a complex and contested idea of Islamic thought?
	Walk for Justice Monday, 19/05/08 7:30 AM The inaugural Walk for Justice will be held in Melbourne in May. The Public Interest Law Clearing House is conducting the walk to raise money for PILCH.
	Asian Law Centre Asian Legal Dialogue - Thursday, 15/05/08 1:00 PM Professor Fan will discuss the main problems with the current Criminal Procedure Law and proposed amendments to the law to address those problems.
	IILAH Booklaunch: Rights and Redemption: History, Law and Indigenous People by Ann Curthoys, Ann Genovese, Alexander Reilly Thursday, 15/05/08 6:00 PM Rights and Redemption: History, Law and Indigenous People by Ann Curthoys, Ann Genovese, Alexander Reilly will be launched by The Hon Robert Nicholson AO, Professorial Fellow of Melbourne.
	Reprieve Australia Information Session Wednesday, 14/05/08 1:00 PM Two former interns - Lucy Larkins and Ben Kiely,both graduates of Melbourne Law School will talk about the work done by Reprieve Australia acting for those facing the death penalty.
	The US political system and the 2008 contest Tuesday, 13/05/08 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	ALC/CILS Research Seminar - "Is a Special 'Fiqh Al-Aqallayyat' for Muslims Living Outside Muslim Lands Really that Different and Is It Even Needed?" Tuesday, 13/05/08 1:00 PM This seminar will examine the socio-political circumstances of Muslim minorities and the desire for a new 'fiqh', both in terms of methodology as well as positive jurisprudence.
	Law Week: 12 - 18 May 2008 Monday, 12/05/08 The Victorian Law Foundation and the Law Institute of Victoria present Law Week 2008.
	US Law Alumni Reception Monday, 12/05/08
	Practical Legal Training at Leo Cussen Monday, 12/05/08 1:00 PM Leo Cussen Institute presents its Practical Training course and Traineeship Modules and answers your questions on pathways to admission to practice.
	Asian Law Centre Brown Bag Seminar - "Japan's New Trust Law and Creditor's Rights" Monday, 12/05/08 5:30 PM This seminar will focus on the issue of balancing the benefits of trusts with protection of creditors' rights, particularly in the case of the insolvency of a trustee.
	UK Law Alumni Reception Thursday, 8/05/08
	CILS Research Seminar: Sundanese/Indonesian: Islamic Preaching and Social Difference in West Java Wednesday, 7/05/08 1:00 PM This presentation explores the difference between preaching in Indonesian and Sundanese, using exemplary illustrations from Sundanese preachers.
	The Supreme Court of Victoria - Court of Appeal Research Assistant Info Session Wednesday, 7/05/08 6:00 PM There will be an information session for students who are interested in applying for the position of Research Associate in the Court of Appeals.
	Copyright law reform through a human rights lens Tuesday, 6/05/08 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Lunchtime Lecture: Reflections on the Commission of the Status of Women 2008 Tuesday, 6/05/08 1:00 PM The University of Melbourne Human Rights Forum presents Susan Brennan, President of the World YWCA who will discuss her recent visit to the UN Commission on the Status of Women.
	ALC/CILS Book Launch: Indonesia Law and Society (2nd Edition) Book Launch Tuesday, 6/05/08 6:00 PM Indonesia: Law and Society surveys the legal system of the world's largest Muslim society, the gigantic Southeast Asian democracy with the world's fourth-largest population.
	Full Court of the Federal Court sits in Melbourne (5-30 May) Monday, 5/05/08 The Full Court of the Federal Court will sit in Melbourne during May 2008.
	Federal Court of Australia - Full Court Sittings Monday, 5/05/08 9:30 AM 5 to 30 May 2008 (commencing 9.30am)
	Federal Court of Australia - Full Court Sittings Monday, 5/05/08 9:30 AM 5 to 30 May 2008 (commencing 9.30am)
	Washington Congress Internship 2009 Information Session Friday, 2/05/08 11:30 AM Want to learn more about the US legal and political system? Live in the US for 2 months? Immerse yourself in the US Congress?
	IILAH Twilight Seminar: Constitutions and Democracy-Building in Africa, with Dr Hashim Tewfik, State Minister for Justice and Deputy Attorney General, Ethiopia Thursday, 1/05/08 5:30 PM Dr Tewfik will present a seminar on Constitutions and Democracy- Building in Africa.
	Seminar – Directors’ Duties: Navigating the Storm on Board - Sydney Thursday, 1/05/08 5:30 PM Issues to do with directors’ duties have recently been the subject of extensive media and regulatory scrutiny.
April, 2008
	Asian Law Centre Brown Bag Seminar - "Punishing Bodies, Securing the Nation: Singapore's Vandalism Act" Wednesday, 30/04/08 1:00 PM It is argued that Singapore's 1966 Punishment for Vandalism Act has shaped 'law', 'nation' and 'politics' in a manner that has established a State discourse of national vulnerability.
	Private Law Seminar 'Better than Fuller: A Two Interest Model of Remedies of Contract' Wednesday, 30/04/08 5:30 PM Professor Campbell will argue that the most productive reform of the three interest model will be to reduce it to two contractual interests by completely eliminating the restitution interest
	Dealing with Detainees on UN Peace Operations: Some Challenges and Tensions Tuesday, 29/04/08 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Later lawyers' Networking lunch Tuesday, 29/04/08 1:00 PM Later Lawyers' Network lunches are an opportunity for later lawyers to get together on a regular basis, network and share their experiences.
	Hong Kong Alumni Reception Saturday, 26/04/08
	Employees' IP and the Employment Relationship - Incentives to Innovate Wednesday, 23/04/08 6:00 PM Celebrate World Intellectual Property Day 2008. Free Public Seminar by IPRIA and CELRL in association with IP Australia; generously sponsored by Davies Collison Cave.
	Civil procedure reform Tuesday, 22/04/08 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Optional Information Skills Class - US Legal Research for JD Students Thursday, 17/04/08 12:45 PM
	ALC and CILS Research Seminar: Keluarga Besar – When a Family Fights: Muslim Internal Conflicts in Lombok, Indonesia Wednesday, 16/04/08 1:00 PM This paper will consider outbreaks of violence between Muslims on the eastern Indonesian island of Lombok over the last decade.
	Launch of Melbourne Law School's WorkSkills Website Wednesday, 16/04/08 1:00 PM
	CCCS Seminar: Wednesday, 16/04/08 1:00 PM CCCS invites you to attend a seminar by Mr Richard Gordon QC, Barrister, UK: 'Legitimate Expectations in Administrative Law.'
	Alternatives to Defamation (Sydney) Wednesday, 16/04/08 5:30 PM The seminar addresses the extent to which legal ingenuity and innovation may enable an ‘end-run’ around the removal of the right of most corporations to sue for defamation.
	Perspectives on privilege: Client legal privilege and legal investigations Tuesday, 15/04/08 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Alternatives to Defamation (Melbourne) Tuesday, 15/04/08 5:30 PM The seminar addresses the extent to which legal ingenuity and innovation may enable an ‘end-run’ around the removal of the right of most corporations to sue for defamation.
	Research Workshop Series Monday, 14/04/08 12:45 PM Dr Helen Durham The Laws of War and Traditional Practices in the Pacific: Dangers in Self-defeating Universalism
	Hong Kong Law Fair 2008 Thursday, 10/04/08 12:00 PM
	IILAH Roundtable: Doctoral Student Roundtable with Professor Susan Marks Thursday, 10/04/08 5:30 PM IILAH will host a Doctoral Student Roundtable with Professor Susan Marks (King’s College London, University of London) on Thursday, 10 April from 5.30 - 7.00pm at the Melbourne Law School.
	Visits to Legal Institutions, Semester 1 2008 Wednesday, 9/04/08 As part of Induction for semester one, a series of legal visits have been organised, which will be of particular interest to international students.
	Vietnamese Legal Studies Graduate Student Workshop Wednesday, 9/04/08 10:00 AM This Workshop aims to bring together postgraduate students around Australia who are researching topics relating to Vietnamese legal studies.
	Launch of Carolyn Evans and Simon Evans' book 'Australian Bills of Rights' by Justice Chris Maxwell Wednesday, 9/04/08 5:30 PM You are invited to attend the launch of Carolyn Evans and Simon Evans' new book 'Australian Bills of Rights' by Justice Chris Maxwell.
	Trial by media: The Mohammed Haneef case Tuesday, 8/04/08 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Gain-based Damages for Breach of Contract Tuesday, 8/04/08 6:00 PM This Melbourne Private Law Group seminar will be delivered by Mr Ralph Cunnington (Birmingham Law School), a Senior Fellow in the Melbourne Law Masters.
	The Future of the Multilateral Trade System - Centre for Public Policy Symposium Monday, 7/04/08 9:00 AM The symposium will reflect on the key challenges facing the World Trade Organisation (WTO), and discuss the the Warwick Commission report on the Future of the Multilateral Trade System.
	IILAH Lunch-time Seminar: Legal Conceptualization of Security Council 'Sanctions' Thursday, 3/04/08 12:45 PM Ms Devika Hovell (Balliol College Oxford) currently researching on procedural guarantees and UN sanctions will present a seminar at the Institute for International Law and the Humanities
	The Islamic headscarf debate: A human rights perspective Tuesday, 1/04/08 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	CCCS Seminar: “Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea? Administrative Law in an Age of Rights.” Tuesday, 1/04/08 1:00 PM CCCS invites you to a seminar by Dr Thomas Poole, Department of Law, London School of Economics, UK: “Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea? Administrative Law in an Age of Rights.”
	Human Rights Forum - Defending Human Rights Tuesday, 1/04/08 6:00 PM Public lecture delivered by Ms Hina Jilani, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General on Human Rights Defenders. Introduced by The Hon. Lex Lasry, Supreme Court of Victoria.
March, 2008
	CCCS Seminar: 'The Kable Principle: After Forge and Gypsy Jokers.' Monday, 31/03/08 5:30 PM CCCS invites you to a seminar by Jonathon Redwood, Victorian Bar:'The Kable Principle: After Forge and Gypsy Jokers.'
	Professor Lisa Philipps Wednesday, 26/03/08
	Optional Information Skills Class - Endnote X for JD Students Thursday, 20/03/08 12:45 PM
	Asian Law Centre and Centre for Employment and Labour Relations Law Lunchtime Seminar - Union Revitalisation Campaigns: A US-Japan Comparison Wednesday, 19/03/08 1:00 PM Professor Charles Weather, political scientist, Graduate School of Economics, Osaka City University, Japan, will be discussing thw two union movements of the US and Japan.
	Guest lecture presented by The Honourable Justice Susan Crennan AC, High Court of Australia Wednesday, 19/03/08 2:30 PM The guest for the JD guest lecture will be The Honourable Justice Susan Crennan AC, High Court of Australia. Justice Crennan will present: The Practice of the Law and 'Hawk-tossing
	Litigating Privacy: Australia and the UK (Sydney) Wednesday, 19/03/08 5:30 PM This seminar will include a broad discussion of issues arising in the current privacy cases and ways in which they have been resolved to date and might be in the future.
	CCLSR Seminar: Directors' Duties: Navigating the Storm on Board Wednesday, 19/03/08 5:30 PM The Centre for Corporate Law and Securities Regulation will host this seminar in Melbourne on March 19, 2008.
	Interpretation of the Constitution and Statutes - The Basic Job of Modern Judges Tuesday, 18/03/08 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	The Future of International Human Rights Protections: Reflections from the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights and Counter-Terrorism Tuesday, 18/03/08 5:45 PM Professor Martin Scheinin is the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights while Countering Terrorism.
	Melbourne Law Masters Induction Day 2008 Saturday, 15/03/08 9:00 AM New students in the Melbourne Law Masters are invited to attend the Semester One 2008 Induction Day on Saturday March 15.
	Melbourne Law Masters Academic Orientation for ESL and International Students Saturday, 15/03/08 12:30 PM As part of the Melbourne Law Masters Induction Day 2008 on Saturday 15 March, the Law School is offering an additional academic orientation and lunch for ESL and international students.
	Tax Group Lunch with International Students Friday, 14/03/08 12:30 PM An opportunity for international students in the graduate tax program to meet with members of tax faculty and enjoy a free buffet lunch.
	Optional Information Skills Class - Advanced Word Processing for Melbourne JD Students Thursday, 13/03/08 12:45 PM
	CCCS Seminar: ‘The co-operative constitution? Inter-institutional ‘dialogue’ and the separation of powers after the Human Rights Act 1998’ Thursday, 13/03/08 1:00 PM CCCS invites you to a seminar by Roger Masterman, University of Durham, UK: ‘The co-operative constitution? Inter- institutional ‘dialogue’ and the separation of powers after the HRA 1998.'
	Litigating Privacy: Australia and the UK (Melbourne) Thursday, 13/03/08 5:30 PM This seminar will include a broad discussion of issues arising in the current privacy cases and ways in which they have been resolved to date and might be in the future.
	The London Takeover Panel – Approach to Regulation and Current Issues Thursday, 13/03/08 6:00 PM The CCLSR and The Australian Takeovers Panel are pleased to invite you to a free public lecture presented by Mr Noel Hinton, Deputy Director General of the London Takeover Panel.
	Melbourne JD Information Sessions for 2009 Admission Wednesday, 12/03/08 Register now to learn more about the Melbourne JD program, taking a graduate law degree, selection guidelines and career outcomes.
	Asian Law Centre Brown Bag Seminar - "The Trustee (or Administrator) System under the Chinese Enterprise Insolvency Law (2006)" Wednesday, 12/03/08 1:00 PM Dr Jin Chun, Research Fellow from Kyoto University, will describe the roles, rights and duties of insolvency professionals under the new Chinese Enterprise Insolvency Law.
	The doctor as meat in the legal sandwich – conflict between state and federal legislation Tuesday, 11/03/08 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Film screening and discussion: 'We will be remembered for this' Tuesday, 11/03/08 6:00 PM Film of the stories of people detained at the Baxter Immigaration Detention Centre, and the group of young people who went to meet them in 2006
	International Women’s Day Monday, 10/03/08 1:00 PM
	Senate Standing committee on Education, Employment and Workplace Relations Friday, 7/03/08 9:00 AM Inquiry into the Workplace Relations Amendment (Transition to Forward with Fairness) Bill 2008
	Clifford Chance, London, Visiting the Law School Thursday, 6/03/08 12:00 PM
	LSS Welcome Back and Meet the New Dean BBQ Thursday, 6/03/08 1:00 PM
	Labour Law Seminar: 'The Path to a National IR System'. Thursday, 6/03/08 5:30 PM
	WTO Exhibition Moot Thursday, 6/03/08 6:00 PM Come and see Melbourne Law School students Olaf Ciolek, Emily Long, Jessica Rae and Devon Whittle in this exhibition moot.
	Fascinating legal issues; confronting reality in litigating them Tuesday, 4/03/08 12:45 PM A series of weekly lectures on current issues in law and legal practice for Melbourne Law School students.
	Research Workshop Series Monday, 3/03/08 12:45 PM Professor Anne Orford The Responsibility to Protect and the Politicization of International Law
February, 2008
	CCCS Seminar:“Twenty-Five Years under the Canadian Charter of Rights: Problematic Dialogue and an Unfinished Rights Revolution”' Thursday, 28/02/08 1:00 PM CCCS invites you to a seminar by Dr James Kelly, Concordia University, “Twenty-Five Years under the Canadian Charter of Rights: Problematic Dialogue and an Unfinished Rights Revolution."
	In the Shadow of the China-Australia FTA Negotiations: What Australian Business thinks about IP Thursday, 28/02/08 6:00 PM Free public seminar in association with the Australia China Business Council
	Uganda: From Child Soldiers to Human Rights Thursday, 28/02/08 6:00 PM The University of Melbourne Human Rights Forum and Caritas Australia present a public lecture on the issue of Human Rights in Uganda.
	Gala Dinner to Celebrate the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Australia Tuesday, 26/02/08 The Deputy Prime Ministers of Vietnam and Australia will host a Gala Dinner to celebrate 35 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
	Criminalising Serious Cartel Conduct: Issues of Law and Policy Monday, 25/02/08 5:30 PM The Centre for Corporate Law and Securities Regulation invites you to attend a seminar highlighting the key points and critical policy issues relating to the new draft bill.
	Melbourne Law School at World Health Organization Tobacco Control Negotiations Friday, 22/02/08 Dr Andrew Mitchell, Senior Lecturer, and Sarah Kemeny recently attended the First session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body (INB) on a Proton Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products.
	In the Shadow of the China-Australia FTA Negotiations: What Australian Business thinks about IP Thursday, 21/02/08 6:00 PM Free public seminar in association with Australia China Business Council
	Gaire Blunt Scholarship Wednesday, 20/02/08 The Gaire Blunt scholarship is being offered by the Business Law Section of the Law Council of Australia. Students enrolled in the competition law graduate program are encouraged to apply.
	In the Shadow of the China-Australia FTA Negotiations: What Australian Business thinks about IP Wednesday, 20/02/08 6:00 PM Free Public Seminar in association with Australia China Business Council
	Asian Law Centre Asian Legal Dialogue - "A Japanese Judge's Life" Tuesday, 19/02/08 12:45 PM The daily life of recently appointed Judges is full of surprises. Judge Hagiwara is the fifth Visiting Research Scholar and he will talk about the beginning of his career.
	CCCS Seminar: 'A Comatose Canine? The UK Human Rights Act 1998 and the Criminal Trial' Tuesday, 19/02/08 1:00 PM The Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies is pleased to invite you to a seminar by Professor Ian Leigh, Professor of Law at the University of Durham, UK
	CELRL presents 'Control over Working Time: Lessons from Canada' by Professor Judy Fudge Monday, 18/02/08 1:00 PM This free public seminar is presented by the Centre for Employment and Labour Relations Law
	Melbourne Law School has welcomed the 2008 cohort of the new Melbourne JD Wednesday, 13/02/08 6:30 AM The 2008 cohort of seventy-five students have begun their University of Melbourne JD experience this week.
	The Kirby Cup Law Reform Competition Monday, 11/02/08 The Kirby Cup Law Reform Competition is a unique opportunity for Australian law students to gain recognition for their vision for law reform.
	Full Court of Federal Court sits in Melbourne Monday, 11/02/08 9:30 AM The Full Court of Federal Court will sit in Melbourne from February 11 to March 7, 2008.
	Asian Law Centre Roundtable Seminar - "Reaching Out: Participation in Asian Legal Exchange" Monday, 11/02/08 6:00 PM This Roundtable Seminar will discuss the experiences of the panel members in mentoring, hosting and dealing with overseas' visitors and, in particular, Japanese judges.
	International visiting lecturers – February 2008 Friday, 1/02/08 International experts from all over the world teach into the Melbourne Law Masters each year.
	CILS Public Dialogue: Homosexuality, Transgenderism and Islam in Indonesia Friday, 1/02/08 5:30 PM Dr Dédé Oetomo from GAYa NUSANTARA Foundation, Surabaya, Indonesia will discuss a range of different constructions of homomsexual behaviour that occur in Indonesian Society.
January, 2008
	Graduate Study Expo Wednesday, 30/01/08 4:00 PM Thinking about enhancing your career opportunities or changing career direction in 2008?
December, 2007
	Course Information Day Thursday, 20/12/07 10:00 AM Year 12 students are invited to attend Course Information Day and learn about the Melbourne JD (Juris Doctor) - a graduate degree leading to admission to practice.
	The Changing Meaning of Self-determination: “The Stealing of the Sahara” Redux? Thursday, 13/12/07 12:45 PM Seminar chaired by Professor Gerry Simpson and presented by Dr Catriona Drew of the School of African and Oriental Studies in London.
	2007 Chancellor's Human Rights Lecture Thursday, 13/12/07 6:00 PM The 2007 Chancellor's Human Rights Lecture delivered by Radhika Coomaraswamy is entitled Protection of Women and Children During Armed Conflict. Whose Responsibility?
	IILAH Booklaunch: International Law and the Question of Western Sahara Friday, 7/12/07 5:30 PM iILah is pleased to announce that Dr Stephen Zunes, a Professor of Politics (University of San Francisco), will launch the book International Law and the Question of Western Sahara.
November, 2007
	Graduate Program in Competition Law Information Sessions Thursday, 29/11/07 1:00 PM Please join us at one of our information sessions in Melbourne or Sydney to hear about Melbourne Law School’s exciting new graduate program in competition law.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - "The Chief Justice Saga and the Place of Judicial Activism in Pakistan" Wednesday, 28/11/07 1:00 PM Assistant Professor Sadaf Aziz will review the Chief Justice Saga and the Place of Judicial Activism in Pakistan.
	Law and Society Association of Australia and New Zealand 2007 International Conference Wednesday, 28/11/07 5:00 PM MARKINGS: sites of analysis, discipline, interrogation. The conference theme examines questions of disciplinary, geographic, figurative and jurisdictional markings.
	Marks of Disobedience Wednesday, 28/11/07 5:00 PM This forum will be a conversation about the increased impossibilities of disobedience in contemporary law and society. Speakers are Julian Burnside QC, Juliet Rogers and Patrick Wolfe.
	Articles Workshop 2007 Tuesday, 27/11/07 6:00 PM
	Launch of Dr Pamela Hanrahan's new book 'Funds Management in Australia: Officers' Duties and Liabilities' by ASIC Chairman Tony D'Aloisio Thursday, 22/11/07 5:30 PM CCLSR invites you to the launch by ASIC Chairman Tony D'Aloisio of the new book 'Funds Management in Australia: Officers' Duties and Liabilities' by CCLSR Deputy Director Dr Pamela Hanrahan
	150th Gala Dinner - Celebrating 150 years of teaching law Wednesday, 21/11/07 Don’t miss out! Join us in celebrating this watershed year at a very special dinner on Wednesday, 21 November 2007 in the Great Hall, National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne.
	Launch of Dr Charles Parkinson’s new book 'Bills of Rights and Decolonization: the emergence of domestic human rights instruments in Britain's overseas territories.' Tuesday, 20/11/07 6:30 PM CCCS invites you to a launch of Dr Charles Parkinson’s new book 'Bills of Rights and Decolonization' by Justice Hayne.
	Dealing with the Dead: History, Medicine, Ethics and Law Symposium Thursday, 15/11/07 This symposium draws together medical scientists, historians, legal scholars, anthropologists and museum practitioners to examine the use and abuse of human remains.
	Launch of the collected papers of Sir Anthony Mason 'The Mason Papers' Thursday, 15/11/07 5:30 PM The CCCS is pleased to invite you to a launch of The Mason Papers: a selection of Sir Anthony Mason’s articles and speeches chosen and edited by Professor Geoffrey Lindell.
	UK Media Law: 2007 Update Wednesday, 14/11/07 9:15 AM This half-day seminar will be presented by John Battle, Head of Compliance at ITN, one of the world’s leading news and multi-media content companies. John is one of the most influential medi
	Melbourne JD Information Sessions for 2009 intake Wednesday, 14/11/07 6:00 PM Hear about the Melbourne JD – a fully graduate law degree leading to admission to practice in Australia which can also be used as the basis to apply for admission in many other jurisdictions
	CILS Islamic Studies Postgraduate Conference 2007 Tuesday, 13/11/07 9:00 AM
	UK Media Law: 2007 Update Tuesday, 13/11/07 9:15 AM This half-day seminar will be presented by John Battle, Head of Compliance at ITN, one of the world’s leading news and multi-media content companies.
	Between Radicalism and Liberalism? Islamic Law in Southeast Asia Colloquium Monday, 12/11/07 9:00 AM The Centre for Islamic Law and Society (CILS) will host a one-day colloquium on Islamic Law in Southeast Asia on Monday 12 November, 2007
	Book Launch: Freedom from Poverty as Human Right Monday, 5/11/07 12:15 PM The Hon. Justice Michael Kirby will launched the new book, "Freedom from Poverty as Human Right" edited by Professor Thomas Pogge of Columbian University and CAPPE ANU.
	Knowledge Brokering: A Competitive Advantage for Biotech Start-ups? Thursday, 1/11/07 5:30 PM
October, 2007
	Melbourne Law Masters Information Evening Tuesday, 30/10/07 6:00 PM Tuesday 30 October 2007, 6 pm. Find out how you can gain a professional edge with the Melbourne Law Masters. Programs are available for law and non-law graduates.
	Full Court of the Federal Court sits in Melbourne Monday, 29/10/07 9:30 AM The Full Court of the Federal Court will sit in Melbourne from October 29 to November 23 at the Commonwealth Law Courts
	Inaugural Professorial Lecture - ‘Finding Security in Terrorism’s Shadow: the Importance of the Rule of Law’ presented by Rt Hon Malcolm Fraser AC CH Thursday, 25/10/07 6:30 PM Australia’s 22nd Prime Minister, and Professorial Fellow at the University of Melbourne the Rt Hon Malcolm Fraser AC CH will deliver this Inaugural Professorial Lecture
	Islamic Banking and the Tensions Between 'Homo Economicus' and 'Homo Islamicus' Wednesday, 24/10/07 1:00 PM Using Timur Kuran’s concepts of Homo Economicus and Homo Islamicus, this presentation will argue that tensions arise within the individual Muslim because the two exist concurrently.
	Asian Law Centre Brown Bag Seminar - "Water Pollution in China: Can Law Turn the Tide?" Monday, 22/10/07 1:00 PM Despite abundant and comprehensive legislation in relation to water pollution, most of China's large rivers and lakes are seriously polluted.
	Criminalising Business Cartels conference paper delivered Friday, 19/10/07 Dr Caron Beaton-Wells, Director of Studies in Competition Law, will present a paper on business cartels in the wake of the Visy/Amcore price fixing case at a conference this week.
	'Is George W Bush guilty of war crimes?' Thursday, 18/10/07 6:30 PM Debating culpability of the US President under international humanitarian & criminal law for Iraq's invasion by the 'coalition of the willing' & treatment of civilians by occupying forces
	Australia’s return of Asylum Seekers to Indonesia and Papua New Guinea: Lawful protection elsewhere policies? Tuesday, 16/10/07 12:45 PM A free public seminar open to all students and academics.
	Post-Graduate Law Students Association Second Semester Dinner Friday, 12/10/07 7:00 PM Mr Waleed Aly, author of "People like Us" (2007) will speak on post- September 11 and Moslem and Western communities at the PLSA Second Semester Dinner
	Knowledge transfer and the right to education: An examination of open-source models Thursday, 11/10/07 12:00 PM In this forum, the speakers will discuss current practices and issues in the use of open-source models.
	Careers Service: Practical Legal Training Information Session 2 Thursday, 11/10/07 1:00 PM
	Public Lecture: Burma: Prospects for Democracy? Thursday, 11/10/07 6:30 PM The University of Melbourne Human Rights Forum and the School of Political Science, Criminology and Sociology present a forum on the current crisis in Burma.
	Islam, Rebellion and Terrorism - Then and Now Wednesday, 10/10/07 3:00 PM The audio transcript of this lecture is now available. ICJ Oration is presented by The International Commission for Jurists and supported by Melbourne Law School.
	Lunchtime Lecture: Human Rights Careers in the Field Tuesday, 9/10/07 1:00 PM The University of Melbourne Human Rights Forum Lunchtime Lecture Series for Semester 2 will conclude on Tuesday 9 October 2007 with a panel presentation on Human Rights Careers.
	CCCS Seminar: An Analysis of the Office of Attorney General in Australia and Directions for the Future Tuesday, 9/10/07 5:30 PM The Seminar will explore issues raised by Fiona in her recently submitted PhD thesis An Analysis of the Office of Attorney General in Australia and Directions for the Future.
	Melbourne JD Information Sessions for 2009 intake Tuesday, 9/10/07 6:00 PM Hear about the Melbourne JD – a fully graduate law degree leading to admission to practice in Australia which can also be used as the basis to apply for admission in many other jurisdictions
	ALC/CILS Research Seminar: "Violence in Southern Thailand: Causes, Agents and Trajectory" (with Centre for Islamic Law and Society) Monday, 8/10/07 1:00 PM The Muslim-majority provinces of Southern Thailand are currently embroiled in one of Southeast Asia’s most violent conflicts.
	High Court to sit in Melbourne Friday, 5/10/07 9:30 AM The High Court of Australia will sit in Melbourne to hear Special Leave Applications on Friday 5 October at 9.30am.
	Careers Service: Lawyering in New York Information Session Thursday, 4/10/07 1:00 PM
	ICJ Oration: Islam, Rebellion and Terrorism - Then and Now Thursday, 4/10/07 6:00 PM The International Commission for Jurists, supported by Melbourne Law School, is pleased to announce this lecture presented by Mr Waleed Aly, prominent commentator on Islam-West Relations
	CILS Research Seminar - From Prohibiting Levirate to Mandating Conditional Talaq: The Interplay of Islamic Laws and Cultural Practices in Marriage and Divorce Wednesday, 3/10/07 1:00 PM This presentation will explore how social and cultural norms have featured in the various stages of Islamic legal formulation in matters of family law.
	Public Lecture: UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People Tuesday, 2/10/07 6:00 PM The University of Melbourne Human Rights Forum is hosting a public lecture by Professor Mick Dodson, Director of the National Centre for Indigenous Studies.
September, 2007
	Protecting Human Rights Conference Tuesday, 25/09/07 9:00 AM This major Conference, co-hosted by the CCCS, will present timely analysis of Australian Human Rights Acts, with insights from comparative experience in the UK and other jurisdictions.
	A Fair and Balanced Industrial Relations Policy for Australia Monday, 24/09/07 6:00 PM At this free public address, the Deputy Labor Leader, Ms Julia Gillard, MP, will outline the industrial relations policy that the ALP is taking to the forthcoming federal election.
	Conference: Democracy, Development and Civil Society in India Thursday, 20/09/07 In 2007 India celebrates its 60th year of independence. One of its achievements is the endurance of its democratic institutions despite internal & external challenges to its governance.
	International workshop, International Law and Wars of Religion Wednesday, 19/09/07 The workshop aims to explore what the resources of the secular, civil jurisprudence of Europe offer those seeking to understand and respond to the political challenges of our time.
	CCCS Seminar: The Concept of Public Law Tuesday, 18/09/07 5:00 PM Professor Elisabeth Zoller, University of Paris II, will speak on 'The Concept of Public Law' exploring the reasons for the divide between public and private law.
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Thursday, 13/09/07 1:05 PM
	Asian Law Centre Comparative law Seminar: In Search of the Grundnorm: Coups and Constitution-Making in Wednesday, 12/09/07 6:15 PM In Search of the Grundnorm: Coups and Constitution-Making in Thailand. Professor Andrew Harding will offer insights on the causes and effects of the coup and prospects for Thai democrac
	Nguyen Thi Kin Ngan Monday, 10/09/07
	ALC Research Seminar: Dr Bui Kien Dien Monday, 10/09/07
	Salvaging the Constitution for Europe Monday, 10/09/07 6:00 PM Audio transcript of this lecture now available Professor Pernice is chair for public law, international & European law at the Humboldt-Universität of Berlin and Dean of the Faculty of Law
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Thursday, 6/09/07 1:05 PM
	ALC/CILS Brown Bag Seminar - "Local Women's NGOS Responses to Sharia Implementation in Post Conflict Aceh" Wednesday, 5/09/07 1:00 PM Ms Dina Afrianty speaks on the current implementation of Sharia in Aceh.
	Melbourne Graduate Expo Wednesday, 5/09/07 3:30 PM The University of Melbourne will be showcasing the broad range of graduate coursework & research opportunities available in 2008 and beyond at the Melbourne Graduate Expo
	Justice David Byrne addresses the future of construction law disputes Wednesday, 5/09/07 5:30 PM Justice David Byrne addressed more than 100 members of the construction law community in a reception to mark his appointment as Patron of the Melbourne Law Masters Construction Law Program
	The Future of Litigation of Construction Law Disputes Wednesday, 5/09/07 5:30 PM The Melbourne Law Masters Graduate Program in Construction Law invites you to a reception to celebrate the appointment of The Honourable Justice Byrne as Patron of the Program
	Trade Practices Committee Meeting at the Law School Tuesday, 4/09/07 Melbourne Law School will provide the venue for the September meeting of the Trade Practices Committee of the Business Law Section of the Law Council of Australia on Tuesday 4 September.
August, 2007
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Thursday, 30/08/07 1:05 PM
	Wednesday, 29/08/07
	Practical Legal Training Information Session Wednesday, 29/08/07 1:00 PM
	IILAH In conversation with Paul Cleary and Dr Jenny Beard Wednesday, 29/08/07 6:00 PM Paul Cleary in conversation with Dr Jenny Beard will be discussing his latest book Shakedown: Australia's Grab for Timor Oil. The session will be chaired by A/Prof Sundhya Pahuja
	CILS Research Seminar - Tribal Law in Islam and in Saudi Arabian Law Monday, 27/08/07 1:00 PM Dr Hossein Esmaeili is a Senior Lecturer in Law at Flinders University. He previously taught at the University of New South Wales, University of New England and University of Western Sydney.
	Sixth Annual International Abraham Conference 26 August 2007: Shaping a Nation's values: The Abrahamic Tradition Sunday, 26/08/07 10:00 AM This conference will explore the much debated question of how to define core values in a modern society, in which a number of different religious and secular perspectives are upheld.
	Don't miss your opportunity to study Law in 2008! Friday, 24/08/07 Apply now for the Melbourne JD. Applicants must sit an aptitude test (the LSAT). Register for the September LSAT test today. Deadline for registration
	Australian Energy Law Seminar - Energy Law and Sustainable Development Thursday, 23/08/07
	IILAH Research Seminar: Corporate social responsibility and international soft law: Opportunities and limits for TNCs’ accountability for human rights Thursday, 23/08/07 12:45 PM Professor Elena Pariotti teaches Human Rights; Legal Theory; and Human Rights and International Justice with a legal theory and legal philosophy perspective.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Series - "Financial Sector Development in East Asia and the Role of Law" Thursday, 23/08/07 1:00 PM Ten years after the Asian financial crisis, what has been achieved?
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Thursday, 23/08/07 1:05 PM
	Perspectives on Iraq Thursday, 23/08/07 6:30 PM Mr Matt Howard (Former Corporal, United States Marine Corps) & Professor Gerry Simpson (International Lawyer, Melbourne Law School) discuss entry into Iraq bu US, rules of war & occupation
	'Enemy Law: Criminal Trials Abroad' - Free Public Lecture Thursday, 23/08/07 6:30 PM 'Enemy Law: Criminal Trials Abroad - National identity and other people's laws, from the Crusades to Schapelle Corby' by Associate Professor Richard Pennell
	Asian Dialogues: The New Chinese Enterprise Insolvency Law (2006) (in Japanese) Wednesday, 22/08/07 1:00 PM China recently introduced a new insolvency law regime for enterprise.
	Public Hearing – Senate Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Tuesday, 21/08/07 Topic: Australia’s Involvement in Peacekeeping Operations
	History, Memory and Denial: Reflections on the Irving-Lipstadt Libel Trial Tuesday, 21/08/07 6:30 PM Professor Richard Evans, author of 'Lying about Hitler: History, Holocaust, and the David Irving trial' reflects on the trial of Professor Deborah Lipstadt and subsequent events.
	Open Day Sunday, 19/08/07 10:00 AM August 19 is the day when the University opens its gates to potential students and interested newcomers to see just what the University of Melbourne has to offer.
	CILS Research Seminar - Islam, Modernity and the Enlightenment: 'A New Perspective' Thursday, 16/08/07 1:00 PM This talk will explore aspects of the intellectual history of the Arab-Ottoman world in the 17th and 18th centuries, which sheds new light on the roots of modernity in Islamic thought.
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum: What Practical Relevance Does International Law Have For People? Thursday, 16/08/07 1:05 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Series - "Increasing Press Freedon: The Effect of the Abolition of the 'lese majeste' and 'hate-sowing' provisions on the Media" Wednesday, 15/08/07 1:00 PM This paper considers the issue of press freedom in Indonesia by examining two recent Constitutional Court decisions...
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum: Lawyering in the Community Legal Sector Wednesday, 15/08/07 1:05 PM
	Annual Sir Anthony Mason Lecture and Cocktail Evening Wednesday, 15/08/07 6:15 PM
	Afghanistan 2007: Women liberated or a continued struggle for fundamental human rights? Tuesday, 14/08/07 12:45 PM Presented by Sohalia from the Revolutionary Association of the Women of Afghanistan, speaking about women’s rights in Afghanistan. SLIDE-SHOW–MUSIC–FOOD–SLIDE-SHOW–MUSIC–FOOD
	Corporate Advisory Careers Presentation Tuesday, 14/08/07 1:00 PM
	Women Barristers in Victoria – then & now Monday, 13/08/07 Women Barristers Association and Victoria Law Foundation present an exhibition about the key developments in the history of women barristers in Victoria
	The New System of International Criminal Justice and the International Criminal Court Friday, 10/08/07 1:00 PM The ICC is the first ever permanent judicial body with jurisdiction over genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes.
	Futures without Frontiers or Fuss Thursday, 9/08/07 12:30 PM This will be an informal, highly interactive and conversational lunchtime event bringing together senior people from different parts of the media and communications world.
	A Career at Victoria Legal Aid Information Session Thursday, 9/08/07 1:00 PM
	Islamic Educational Thought on Children's Motivation: Ibn Sahnun to Al-Ghazzali Wednesday, 8/08/07 1:00 PM This seminar presents some findings from a larger piece of research that looks at the history of Islamic educational thought on children’s motivation from Ibn Sahnun to Ibn Khaldun.
	Enhancing Employment Outcomes for Law Students with a Disability Wednesday, 8/08/07 1:00 PM
	CCCS Seminar: The Human Rights Act in the United Kingdom Tuesday, 7/08/07 5:00 PM Mr Rabinder Singh QC will speak on "The Impact of the Human Rights Act in the United Kingdom" and Dr Angela Ward on "Commercial Undertakings and the Enforcement of Human Rights."
	High Court sits in Melbourne to hear Special Leave Applications Friday, 3/08/07 The High Court will sit in Melbourne on August 3 to hear Special Leave Applications.
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum: Career Longevity - Consider All Your Options Thursday, 2/08/07 1:00 PM
	The State of the European Union Thursday, 2/08/07 6:00 PM The Melbourne Law presents a Distinguished Alumnus Public Lecture. Delivered by the esteemed alumnus Dr Samuel Pisar.
	Responding to Mass Harms: Private Litigation and Public Action Wednesday, 1/08/07 6:00 PM Professor Hensler holds a PhD degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is currently the John Judge Professor of Dispute Resolution at the Stanford Law School
July, 2007
	The distribution of everything: new p2p logics in production, governance, and property Tuesday, 31/07/07 5:30 PM Two scenarios of adaptation between the world of peer production and the institutional world will be presented, examining the political and social consequences of a peer-enabled society.
	Full Court of the Federal Court sits in Melbourne Monday, 30/07/07
	Student Forum Monday, 30/07/07 1:00 PM
	The Courts and the Media Friday, 27/07/07 11:00 AM This conference brings together lawyers, journalists and academics involved in the operation, reporting and analysis of the courts and the media in Australia.
	Public Hearing – Senate Standing Committee on Economics (Commonwealth Parliament) Thursday, 26/07/07 Public Hearing – Senate Standing Committee on Economics Inquiry into Private Equity Markets
	CILS Research Seminar - Conflict and Conformity in Islamic Education Wednesday, 25/07/07 1:00 PM Dr Saleem H. Ali is A/ Prof of environmental planning and conflict resolution at the University of Vermont in the U.S.
	Defamation and opinion under US and Anglo-Australian Law (Melbourne) Thursday, 19/07/07 5:30 PM The seminar will examine the defence of honest opinion under Australia’s uniform defamation law and consider how different countries deal with fact and opinion in defamation.
	Dr Michelle Foster's book launch by Justice Tony North Thursday, 19/07/07 6:00 PM Justice Tony North from the Federal Court of Australia will launch Dr Michelle Foster’s new book International Refugee Law and Socio- Economic Rights: Refuge from Deprivation.
	ASIC v Citigroup - The Decision and its Implications Wednesday, 18/07/07 5:30 PM
	Human Rights Conditionality in International Trade: Revisiting the Debate Wednesday, 18/07/07 6:00 PM This lecture will revisit the controversial issue of human rights conditionality and international trade.
	An alternative research and development framework to the World Trade Organization TRIPS regime Tuesday, 17/07/07 9:00 AM Alternatives considered in light of current failure to ensure adequate levels of innovation in research & development on medicines for 'neglected diseases' affecting developing countries
	CILS Research Seminar - Islam and Democracy in Indonesia Tuesday, 17/07/07 1:00 PM This presentation examines the roles of Indonesia's two biggest religious organisations, Muhammadiyah and Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), in the ongoing process of democratisation in Indonesia.
	Defamation and opinion under US and Anglo-Australian Law (Sydney) Tuesday, 17/07/07 5:30 PM The seminar will examine the defence of honest opinion under Australia’s uniform defamation law and consider how different countries deal with fact and opinion in defamation.
	ASIC v Citigroup - The Decision and its Implications Tuesday, 17/07/07 5:30 PM
	ASIC v Citigroup - The Decision and its Implications Tuesday, 17/07/07 5:30 PM
	ASIC v Citigroup - The Decision and its Implications Tuesday, 17/07/07 5:30 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar: What Happens When A Comparativist Starts Listening To Stories? Wednesday, 11/07/07 1:00 PM What happens when a legal comparativist goes out into the field, leaving behind their comfort zone? How should the comparativist chronicle what they encounter?
	CCCS Seminar: 'Judicial Activism and Democratic Dialogue in Canada' by Professor Kent Roach Tuesday, 10/07/07 3:00 PM The Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies is pleased to invite you to a seminar by Professor Kent Roach.
	ALC Legal Education in Asia: Professor Malcolm DH Smith, in Memorium Monday, 9/07/07 8:30 AM The conference will be held in honour of the late Professor Malcolm DH Smith. Professor Smith was the Founding Director of the Asian Law Centre and an important figure in Asian Legal Studies
	ALC Dinner in Memory of Professor Malcolm Smith Sunday, 8/07/07 7:00 PM A dinner will be held in memory of Professor Malcolm Smith. Professor Smith was the Founding Director of the Asian Law Centre and a leading figure in Asian Legal Studies
	Australia and New Zealand Communication Association 2007 Conference. Thursday, 5/07/07 The ANZCA 2007 conference will be held at the Melbourne Law School and is supported by the Media Studies Program at La Trobe University and the CMCL at the University of Melbourne.
	ALC Occasional Seminar Series - "A Scenario of Chinese Crime: Towards a Thieving or Violent Society?" Thursday, 5/07/07 1:00 PM Modernisation theory has often claimed that modernity leads to a thieving, rather than violent, society.
	Making Copyright Safe for Parody and Satire Monday, 2/07/07 5:00 PM Graeme Austin will offer a US perspective on the new parody or satire exception in the Australian Copyright Act 1968 (Cth).
June, 2007
	'Know thine enemy as thyself': Discerning friendly neighbour from terrorist foe Friday, 29/06/07 12:30 PM Professor Clive Walker of the Centre for Criminal Justice Studies at the University of Leeds will explore the nature and usage of the special stop and search powers.
	Exchange email & calendar briefing Friday, 29/06/07 1:00 PM Learn about the new University email and calendaring system (Outlook for PC users, Entourage for Mac users).
	Climate Change and Nuclear Power in Australia: A free public lecture Tuesday, 12/06/07 6:30 PM The University of Melbourne in association with Australian Institute of Physics presents a free public lecture by Dr Ziggy Switkowski, Chair of Australian Nuclear Science and Technology
	IILAH Seminar Thursday, 7/06/07 9:00 AM This roundtable seminar is designed to allow postgraduate research students to present their work in progress, with comments by Professor Drahos, Professor Chimni and audience members
	CCCS Seminar presented by Dr Dirk Hanschel, University of Manheim, Germany Thursday, 7/06/07 1:00 PM 'Approaches to interpretation of the federal provisions of the German Constitution'
	'State power, patent power and patent offices - lessons for developing countries from history.' Thursday, 7/06/07 5:30 PM A lot is known about the history of patent law. Much less in known about the history of patent administration. Prof Drahos will explore this area and Prof Chimni will offer a response.
	Switching to Digital Television: UK Experience and Lessons for Australia(Sydney) Wednesday, 6/06/07 5:30 PM Michael Starks will digest the experiences of the pioneers of digital television switchover and spell out the learning points for the next wave of countries due to follow.
	The 2007 Sir Kenneth Bailey Memorial Lecture with Professor B S Chimni, 'The Past, Present and Future of International Law: A Critical Third World Approach.' Wednesday, 6/06/07 5:30 PM Professor B S Chimni is an internationally renowned legal academic and a key figure in the Third World Approaches to International Law (TWAIL) network of scholars.
	Switching to Digital Television: UK Experience and Lessons for Digital Australia (Melbourne) Tuesday, 5/06/07 5:30 PM Michael Starks will digest the experiences of the pioneers of digital television switchover and spell out the learning points for the next wave of countries due to follow.
	Graduate Program in Competition Law Monday, 4/06/07 From 2008, Melbourne Law School will offer a significantly expanded graduate program in competition law and the first specialist graduate qualification of its kind in Australia.
May, 2007
	'Public Enforcement of Securities Laws' Tuesday, 29/05/07 5:30 PM Distinguished Visitor Public Lecture by Professor Howell Jackson. This lecture explains cross-jurisdictional research into the pattern and impact of public enforcement of securities law
	Public lecture by Dr.Thomas Faunce Monday, 28/05/07 6:00 PM The Australia-US Free Trade Agreement and the Demise of Reference Pricing: Beginning of the End for the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme?
	High Court sits in Melbourne Friday, 25/05/07 The High Court will be sitting in Melbourne to hear Special Leave Applications on Friday 25 May.
	CCCS Lunchtime Seminar 1 presented by Dr Dirk Hanschel, University of Manheim, Germany Thursday, 24/05/07 1:00 PM Seminar 1: 'The German Federalism Reform (Part 1) - A New Distribution of Legislative Powers?'
	Melbourne Law School 2007 Awards Ceremony Wednesday, 23/05/07 5:45 PM The Melbourne Law School will host its annual prize giving ceremony for undergraduate, graduate and research student prizes. Guest speaker, Mr John Waugh, Senior Lecturer
	ALC/CREEL Forum: Water, Energy and Climate Change Futures: Australia and China Tuesday, 22/05/07 Involves CREEL and the ALC at the University of Melbourne and the Australia-China Centre on Water Resources Research. Support also from AMPLA, ARC, BDW and the Intl Office at Uni of Melb
	Law School Careers Seminar: How to Pursue a Career in Journalism Tuesday, 22/05/07 1:00 PM
	Postgraduate Information Evenings Tuesday, 22/05/07 4:00 PM Talk to admissions staff about your study options, find out about the graduate study opportunities made available by the Melbourne Model
	The State of the Victorian Judicature Address Tuesday, 22/05/07 5:30 PM The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria, The Hon Marliyn Warren AC, will deliver the State of the Victorian Judicature Address on May 22, 2007.
	Law Week Exhibition: Life of Women at the Bar Monday, 21/05/07 Women Barristers in Victoria Then and Now is a new exhibition presented as part of Law Week and funded by the Victoria Law Foundation.
	The exclusion of the geisha system from Japan's 1956 Prostitution Prevention Law Thursday, 17/05/07 3:15 PM In this research forum, Caroline Norma will examine the political measures of anti-abolitionists who sought to exclude the geisha system from the Prostitutions Prevention Law prior to 1956
	ALC/CSCI Research Seminar: “Substantive Equality and Legal Pluralism in Indonesia: A Case Study of Joint Ministerial Decrees on the Construction of Worship Places Wednesday, 16/05/07 1:00 PM A 1969 joint Ministerial Decree of the national Religious Affairs and Home Affairs Ministers required regional heads to consider input from heads of religious affairs...
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Wednesday, 16/05/07 1:05 PM
	Law School Careers Seminar: Using your Law Degree in the Music Industry Tuesday, 15/05/07 1:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Series - "Citizen Lawyer: Lawyers, Civil Society and the Rule of Law in Singapore" Tuesday, 15/05/07 1:00 PM Are lawyers a particular kind of citizen, with a unique ability (if not responsibility) to express and defend ‘rights’?
	2007 Law Week Oration Tuesday, 15/05/07 5:30 PM "Does Australia need a Bill of Rights?" The Hon Michael McHugh AC, former Justice of the High Court of Australia will explore this question
	Law School Careers Seminar: Careers in Legislative Drafting Monday, 14/05/07 1:00 PM
	Law Week - Getting the best from your Lawyer Monday, 14/05/07 1:00 PM The LIV invites you to a FREE public seminar on how to get the best from your lawyer and provide you with the tools to ensure you are better prepared when you meet with your solicitor.
	Postgraduate Law Students Association Dinner Friday, 11/05/07 7:00 PM All post-graduate law students are invited to attend the PLSA's first semester dinner
	Cultural Wars and Constitutional Law: Australia and the United States Compared Wednesday, 9/05/07 1:00 PM
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Wednesday, 9/05/07 1:05 PM
	ALC/CSCI Research Seminar: “Cultural Diversity in the South of Thailand: Language, Policy and Reconciliation Tuesday, 8/05/07 1:00 PM The Muslim-majority provinces of Southern Thailand are currently embroiled in one of Southeast Asia’s most violent conflicts. Formally incorporated into Thailand...
	Detainee 002: The Case of David Hicks Tuesday, 8/05/07 6:45 PM Melbourne University Press Ideas Series and the Melbourne Law School proudly present "Leigh Sales in Conversation with Gerry Simpson Detainee 002: The Case of David Hicks"
	'No Seat at the Table: How Corporate Governance and Law Keep Women Out of America's Boardrooms' presented by Professor Douglas M Branson, University of Pittsburgh Monday, 7/05/07 12:45 PM In the US women constitute only 8% of senior managers & 10% of major corporation directors. Do the same expectations hold for Australian women, or is the situation fundamentally different?
	'The Situtation in Zimbabwe' presented by Archbishop Pius Ncube Monday, 7/05/07 5:30 PM Archbishop Pius Mcube, Catholic Archbishop of Bulawayo, will comment on the situation in Zimbabwe, in particular, the Mugabe regime.
	Law School Diversity Lunch Wednesday, 2/05/07 12:30 PM
	ALC/CSCI Research Seminar: “Islamic Commercial Law Reform in Afghanistan: A First-Hand Account Wednesday, 2/05/07 1:00 PM A new commercial legal system is being developed in Afghanistan. It is a blend of Islamic law (Shari’ah), centuries-old traditional or customary law, and a modern legal system of civil codes
	Parliamentary Joint Committee on the Australian Crime Commission Tuesday, 1/05/07 12:30 PM Public Hearing - Future Impact of Serious and Organised Crime
April, 2007
	Full Court of the Federal Court in Melbourne Monday, 30/04/07 9:30 AM The Full Court of the Federal Court will be hearing matters from 30 April to 25 May at the Commonwealth Law Courts in Melbourne.
	Legal Frontiers in Animal Protection Monday, 30/04/07 1:00 PM
	'Zero Tolerance Policy' - 'Sexual exploitation and abuse' in peace support operations and the zero tolerance approach promoted by the Secretary-General's Bulletin (2003) Friday, 27/04/07 The main objective will be to open a dialogue among interested practitioners and scholars with a view to understanding the most effective approaches to end the sexual exploitation and ...
	High Court of Australia sits in Melbourne Tuesday, 24/04/07 9:30 AM The High Court will sit in Melbourne to hear Special Leave applications on Tuesday 24 April at the Commonwealth Law Courts.
	'Unveiling the Political: A Postcolonial Theory Seminar' Tuesday, 24/04/07 12:45 PM Following opening remarks by Assoc Prof Peter Rush, Dr Motha & Dr Silva-Wijeyeratne will each present papers (abstracts available at http://iilah.unimelb.edu.au/) followed by discussion.
	Reprieve Australia Internship Information Session Monday, 23/04/07 1:00 PM
	ALC Public Lecture: Guantanamo Bay: The David Hicks Case Friday, 20/04/07 7:00 PM A free public presentation by Terry Hicks, father of Guantanamo Bay detainee David Hicks and Prof. Tim McCormack (Melbourne Law School), adviser to the Hicks defence counsel.
	Law School Careers Seminars: Law at the Treasury - Information Session Thursday, 19/04/07 1:00 PM
	Annual Tax Lecture: 'Managing Tax Avoidance: Recent UK Experience' Thursday, 19/04/07 6:30 PM UK courts have experimented with ways of controlling tax avoidance and Parliament has intervened with legislative techniques. Prof Tiley's lecture looks at the UK's recent experience.
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Wednesday, 18/04/07 1:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Series - "'Perda Syariat': Its implementation and Implication in South Sulawesi, Indonesia" Wednesday, 18/04/07 1:00 PM During the last few years, a significant number of ‘Perda Syariat’ (Sharia-based Regional Regulations) have been passed, not only in South Sulawesi but also in other provinces of Indonesia..
	ALC Occasional Seminar Series - "Two Major New Commerical Laws for China: The Enterprise Bankruptcy Law and the Property Rights Law Wednesday, 18/04/07 6:30 PM Andrew Godwin will discuss recent major legislative developments in China
	The Future of Television: Legal Protection of Digital Broadcast Content – Technology, Copyright, Law Wednesday, 4/04/07 9:30 AM This monring seminar in Sydney will outline significant issues for the future of digital television in Australia.
	Lunchtime Seminar: 'Contesting Accountability and Legitimacy in Non-State Regulatory Regimes Wednesday, 4/04/07 1:00 PM The Centre for Employment and Labour Relations Law and the Centre for Corporate Law and Securities Regulation are pleased to invite you to this lunchtime seminar.
	The Future of Television: Legal Protection of Digital Broadcast Content – Technology, Copyright, Law Wednesday, 4/04/07 5:30 PM This evening seminar in Melbourne will outline significant issues for the future of digital television in Australia.
	Labour Law Seminar: 'Good Faith Bargaining in Practice: Lessons from the New Zealand Experience Tuesday, 3/04/07 1:00 PM For further detail please visit our website http://celrl.law.unimelb.edu.au/
	Book Launch: 'Inside Lawyers' Ethics' Tuesday, 3/04/07 5:30 PM Monash Law School in conjunction with the University of Melbourne and Cambridge University Press launch 'Inside Lawyers' Ethics' by Christine Parker (Melbourne)& Adrian Evans (Monash)
	Public Hearing: Senate Standing Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs Monday, 2/04/07 Senate Standing Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs Migration Amendment (Maritime Crew) Bill 2007 (Provisions)
March, 2007
	Graduation Ceremony followed by Graduation Reception Saturday, 31/03/07 3:30 PM Graduation Ceremony at 3.30 pm in Wilson Hall will be followed by a celebration Reception from 5.00 pm in the Melbourne Law School.
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Wednesday, 28/03/07 1:00 PM
	Student-Staff Forum: "Global Poverty: What are our Obligations?" Wednesday, 28/03/07 1:00 PM Come to a free staff-student forum, the first for the year designed to promote general debate on campus through high-profile speakers addressing public issues of importance.
	CILS Research Seminar - The Dilemma of Equality in Traditional Societies: Kafa'ah in Marriage in Oman Wednesday, 28/03/07 1:00 PM This presentation aims to highlight conflicting accounts among Omanis regarding modern and traditional values, by concentrating on a case study of kafa’ah/equality in marriage.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Series - "The Recent Reform of Vietnamese Company Law and Corporate Governance Issues" Wednesday, 21/03/07 1:00 PM In order to create a convenient legal environment for investors and to support international economic integration, especially the WTO accession, the National Assembly of Vietnam enacted...
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Wednesday, 21/03/07 1:00 PM
	ILSS International Careers Week Wednesday, 21/03/07 1:00 PM
	International Humanitarian Law and the Muslim World - Free Public Lecture Wednesday, 21/03/07 6:00 PM Presented by the Centre for the Study of Contemporary Islam in association with the Australian Red Cross, Islamic Council of Victoria & Mallesons Stephen Jaques
	Hong Kong Law Fair 2007 Tuesday, 20/03/07 12:00 PM A must for students considering a legal career in Hong Kong. Come and ask representatives of major firms everything you've ever wanted to know about living and working in Hong Kong
	The Rule of Law in Blair's Britain Tuesday, 20/03/07 5:30 PM The Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies invites you to attend 'The Rule of Law in Blair's Britain', a seminar presented by Professor Adam Tomkins on Tuesday 20 March.
	Who are we? Monday, 19/03/07 It's Diversity Week from 19-23 March. It's a good time to reflect on our engagement with a diverse range of staff and students within the Law School community. Find out more...
	Linklaters Careers Presentation + Networking Monday, 19/03/07 1:00 PM
	New Thinking in International Law with Professor Antony Anghie (University of Utah) Friday, 16/03/07 Antony Anghie is the Samuel D Thurman Professor of Law at the University of Utah. He received a B.A. (1986) and an LL.B. (1987) from Monash University in Melbourne, and his ...
	New Thinking in International Law with Professor Antony Anghie (University of Utah) Friday, 16/03/07 Antony Anghie is the Samuel D Thurman Professor of Law at the University of Utah. He received a B.A. (1986) and an LL.B. (1987) from Monash University in Melbourne, and his ...
	Corporate Governance Conference - Finding Governance Equilibrium in Turbulent Markets Friday, 16/03/07 8:45 AM Presented by Institutional Shareholder Services in conjunction with the Centre for Corporate Law and Securities Regulation at the University of Melbourne
	Design Quality as Value for Money: Using PPPs to develop social infrastructure projects Thursday, 15/03/07 9:00 AM This free workshop will be of immense interest to leaders and decision makers interested in discussing the role of design as well as its impact on ongoing service delivery in PPPs.
	Postgraduate Law Students' Association AGM Thursday, 15/03/07 5:30 PM All postgraduate law students are welcome to attend!
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Wednesday, 14/03/07 1:00 PM
	World Trade Organization Moot Court Team: Exhibition Moot Tuesday, 13/03/07 7:00 PM For the first time Melbourne Law School is competing in the European Law Students' Association (ELSA) Moot Court Competition on the law of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
	'Law and the Market: The Impact of Enforcement' Monday, 12/03/07 6:00 PM Explores relationships between enforcement efforts intensity by securities regulators in some nations; cost of capital & listing premium non-US corporations exhibit listing on US exchanges
	'Outwork Regulation in Australia: Does it Work?' Friday, 9/03/07 1:00 PM CELRL is pleased to invite you to our first Labour Law Seminar for 2007. Sally Weller and Shelley Marshall will speak on the topic 'Outwork Regulation in Australia: Does it Work?'
	2007 Postgraduate Law Welcome Drinks Thursday, 8/03/07 6:00 PM Join other postgraduate students for an informal gathering before you kick off a new year of study!
	Vivienne O'Connor Wednesday, 7/03/07 Ms O'Connor will be in Melbourne from March 7-13 to teach Criminal Law and Development as part of the Graduate Program.
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Wednesday, 7/03/07 1:00 PM
	Armed Conflict and International Law - Opportunities for Students Tuesday, 6/03/07 6:15 PM
	Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services Public Hearing Monday, 5/03/07 "Exposure Draft of the Corporations Amendment (Insolvency) Bill 2007"
	Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services Public Hearing Monday, 5/03/07 "Structure and Operation of the Superannuation Industry"
	Graduate Law Student Induction Day - March 3 Saturday, 3/03/07 9:00 AM Induction session and briefing for the Law School's new graduate students.
	Graduate Law Induction 2007 – Academic Orientation for ESL and International Students Saturday, 3/03/07 12:30 PM Additional academic orientation and lunch for ESL and international students.
	Melbourne University Law Review and Melbourne Journal of International Law Recruitment Information Session Thursday, 1/03/07 1:00 PM
February, 2007
	ALC Research Seminar: Justice for Munir (In Bahasa Indonesia) Wednesday, 28/02/07 1:00 PM In September 2004 the leading human rights campaigner in Indonesia, Munir Said Thalib, widely known as Munir, was murdered by arsenic poisoning while travelling to the Netherlands...
	Postgraduate Roundtable with Sir Nigel Rodley Monday, 26/02/07 Sir Nigel Rodley is the Vice-Chair of the UN Human Rights Committee and a Professor of Law and Chair of the Human Rights Centre at Essex University. Sir Nigel was the inaugural UN ...
	Protection Elsewhere: International law and the Off-shore Processing and Protection of Refugees Friday, 23/02/07 In recent years many state parties to the Refugee Convention, including Australia, have proposed and adopted policies that seek to move refugee protection ‘offshore’, by processing ...
	Advancing citizenship claims in the Australian legal context: a lesson on law's limits Thursday, 22/02/07 1:00 PM The Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies would like to invite you to attend a seminar to be presented by Professor Kim Rubenstein (Director of the Centre for International and Public Law, ANU College of Law) on Thursday 22 February 2007. The topic for this seminar will be "Advancing citizenship claims in the Australian legal context: a lesson on law's limits".
	Allen Hope Southey Memorial Lecture - 'Why Refugee Law Still Matters' Thursday, 22/02/07 5:30 PM Public Lecture to be presented by Professor James Hathaway, James E and Sarah A. Degan Professor of Law; Director, Program in Refugee & Asylum Law, University of Michigan Law School, USA
	From Welfare to Social Investment: Reimagining Social Policy for the Life Course Conference 2007 Wednesday, 21/02/07 8:30 AM The 2007 From Welfare to Social Investment conference will be an exploration of policy proposals designed to assist people in making transitions across the life course.
	The WTO Panel’s Rulings in GMO/Biotech: A Conversation Wednesday, 21/02/07 12:45 PM In this seminar, five Faculty members will discuss their different perspectives on key aspects of the WTO Panel’s rulings.
	Peter Brett Memorial Lecture 'Capital Punishment in the United States and Beyond' Tuesday, 20/02/07 5:30 PM Public lecture to be presented by Professor Paul Marcus, Haynes Professor of Law, College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia, USA
	Orientation 2007 Monday, 19/02/07 9:30 AM
	Book Launch: The Political Economy of Desire: International Law, Development and the Nation-State Friday, 16/02/07 5:30 PM The Institute for International Law and the Humanities invites you to celebrate the launch of a new book written by Dr Jennifer Beard.
	Full Court of the Federal Court sits in Melbourne Monday, 12/02/07 9:30 AM
	ALC Research Seminar: A Japanese Judge In Australia (In Japanese) Wednesday, 7/02/07 5:30 PM Once you become a lawyer and start your legal career, a whole new world will be waiting for you. Suddenly you will shift your position from “a questioner” to “an answerer”...
	ALC: Chuo Law School Melbourne Summer School Monday, 5/02/07
	Hon Justice Susan Crennan AC, High Court of Australia. Thursday, 1/02/07
January, 2007
	Public Hearing in Melbourne - Senate Standing Committee on Employment, Workplace Relations and Education Wednesday, 31/01/07 Public Hearing in Melbourne - Senate Standing Committee on Employment, Workplace Relations and Education, 31 January
	"Australia's Future Growth Challenge" Tuesday, 23/01/07 12:30 PM Public Lecture by Mr Kevin Rudd MP (Federal Leader of the Opposition)
December, 2006
	The Methods and Rationales of EU Intervention in Labour Law Tuesday, 12/12/06 1:00 PM Dr Phil Syrpis will speak on the topic 'The Methods and Rationales of EU Intervention in Labour Law.'
	End of Exam Period Friday, 8/12/06
	2006 W E Hearn Lecture 'Guests at the Table?: Independent Directors in family controlled public companies' Wednesday, 6/12/06 6:30 PM The roles and duties of directors in public companies are under greater scrutiny than ever before. Professor Deborah DeMott will explore and discuss the issues which arise when a public company is controlled by a family.
	Vice-Chancellor's Colloquium Tuesday, 5/12/06 9:00 AM
	The High Court's Work Choices Decision: Analysis and Implications for Labour Law and Constitutional Law Tuesday, 5/12/06 5:30 PM This will be of interest to anyone who works with the Work Choices legislation, as a lawyer or in the industrial and employment context, & anyone interested in the Aust constitutional system
	Articles Workshop 2006 Monday, 4/12/06 6:00 PM
	Disharmony in a harmonised system: what drives different outcomes at the world’s patent offices Friday, 1/12/06 12:00 PM
November, 2006
	Disharmony in a harmonised system: what drives different outcomes at the world’s patent offices Wednesday, 29/11/06 12:00 PM
	Disharmony in a harmonised system: what drives different outcomes at the world’s patent offices Tuesday, 28/11/06 12:00 PM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Hong Kong’s Political Autonomy and its Continuing Struggle for Universal Suffrage Tuesday, 28/11/06 12:45 PM This seminar is presented by the Asian Law Centre and the Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies
	Melbourne Legal Theory Workshop Thursday, 23/11/06 3rd Melbourne Legal Theory Workshop, "Limit, Exception, Emergency". The workshop is now fully subscribed
	Christian Legal Society Annual Dinner 2006 Thursday, 23/11/06 7:00 PM
	Miserable Comforters? International Law as a New Natural Law. Wednesday, 22/11/06 Professor Martti Koskenniemi (University of Helsinki, NYU, International Law Commission) presents the 2006 Sir Kenneth Bailey Memorial Lecture.
	Third Melbourne Legal Theory Workshop: Limit, Exception, Emergency, Miracle Wednesday, 22/11/06 Leading scholars will address a series of questions about the relations between law, authority, sovereignty, governmentality and the exceptional. [Workshop now fully subscribed]
	CSCI Colloquium: Wednesday, 22/11/06 3:00 PM Tensions between Islamic beliefs and the modern secular state are at the heart of many contemporary debates within Islam, as well as between Muslims and non-Muslims.
	Faculty Meeting Monday, 20/11/06 5:30 PM
	Public Lecture: Blackstone's Books Wednesday, 15/11/06 5:30 PM Professor Wilfrid Prest will discuss the broader canon of works by Sir William Blackstone (renowned for his commentaries on the Laws of England) as well as his activities as a bibliophile.
	CSCI: Islamic Studies Postgraduate Conference 2006 Monday, 13/11/06 This conference aims to bring together postgraduate students around Australia who are researching topics relating to Islam.
	High Court sits in Melbourne Friday, 10/11/06 9:30 AM
	ALC PhD Completion Seminar: “Judicial Review in Indonesia: Between Civil Law and Accountability?” Thursday, 9/11/06 This thesis assesses Indonesia's new Constitutional Court through an analysis of its decisions, 2003-2005, when it exercised judicial review powers vigorously
	Transnational Challenges to Constitutional Interpretation Wednesday, 8/11/06 12:45 PM The Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies invites you to attend 'Transnational Challenges to Constitutional Interpretation', a seminar presented by Professor Vicki Jackson (Georgetown University Centre of Law, Washington DC).
	ALC Occasional Seminar (with the CSCI) - Jemaah Islamiyah, Al Qaeda and Regional Terrorism: Kinship and Family Links Wednesday, 8/11/06 6:00 PM Mr Ismail will discuss conceptions of kinship, which have important ramifications for the ways radical jihadi groups establish political authority among recruits and maintain loyalty.
	RHD Colloquium Wednesday, 1/11/06 The second Research and Higher Degree Colloquium for 2006
	Womens Legal Service Victoria's 25th year celebratory event Wednesday, 1/11/06 6:00 PM 2006 marks the Womens Legal Service Victoria's 25th year celebratory event.
October, 2006
	Can Australia's Biotechnology Industry Survive? Tuesday, 31/10/06 6:00 PM
	Exam Period Commences Monday, 30/10/06
	Full Court of the Federal Court sits in Melbourne Monday, 30/10/06 9:30 AM
	The Copyright Amendment Bill 2006: The Scope and Likely Impact of New Library Exceptions Friday, 27/10/06 9:00 AM
	Labour Law Seminar: The Future of Employee Representation: Policy Options for Australia Friday, 27/10/06 1:00 PM
	CSCI Research Seminar Thursday, 26/10/06 1:00 PM
	Structure and Operation of the Superannuation Industry Wednesday, 25/10/06 Senate Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services Public Hearing in Melbourne
	ALC Brownbag Seminar Wednesday, 25/10/06 1:00 PM
	Law Students' Society Equality Handbook 2007 Launch Wednesday, 25/10/06 6:15 PM
	Senate Committee on Community Affairs Public hearing in Melbourne Tuesday, 24/10/06 9:00 AM Legislative responses to the Lockhart Review
	Mediating Risks: Investigating the Use of Alternative Dispute Resolution in Australian Federal Courts Through the Risk Society Paradigm Tuesday, 24/10/06 1:00 PM
	Pre-conference Workshop - AMPLA Wednesday, 18/10/06
	Public Seminar: Is the World Trade Organization detrimental to health? Wednesday, 18/10/06 6:00 PM Academics from the Melbourne Law School and La Trobe University, examine the impact on health of World Trade Organization law.
	CSCI Research Seminar Thursday, 12/10/06 1:00 PM
	Law School Careers Seminar - Practical Legal Training Thursday, 12/10/06 1:00 PM
	ALC Brownbag Seminar Wednesday, 11/10/06 1:00 PM
	Partners in Business Luncheon - Women in Leadership Wednesday, 11/10/06 12:15 PM At the next Partners in Business Luncheon, 3 female executives will together share their personal pathways to success as "Women in Leadership" in Australia.
	Melbourne LLB Guest Speaker Forum Wednesday, 11/10/06 1:00 PM
	Optional Subjects Course Planning Information Sessions Monday, 9/10/06 1:00 PM
	Law School Careers Seminar Series - Corporate Banking and Finance Law Monday, 9/10/06 1:15 PM
	Rivals, Acquaintances, Friends or Bedfellows? The Changing Interplay Between Labour Law and Social Security Law Friday, 6/10/06 1:00 PM This presentation examines the interplay between industrial relations/labour law and social security law/social policy over time, with a focus on Australia in an international context.
	Twelfth Annual Sir Anthony Mason Lecture Thursday, 5/10/06 6:30 PM
	Careers in Law in the United States Wednesday, 4/10/06 1:00 PM
September, 2006
	High Court sits in Melbourne Friday, 29/09/06 9:30 AM The High Court of Australia will hear Special Leave Applications in Melbourne on Friday 29 September.
	Corporate Governance and Workplace Partnerships Seminar Series Friday, 29/09/06 1:00 PM The Impact of the Stock-Market Listeing on Employment Practices? A Comparison of Listed and Privately-Owned Workplaces in the UK.
	Australian and New Zealand Law Librarians Conference Wednesday, 27/09/06 9:00 AM "Southern Currents" is the premier Australasian event for those interested in legal information and professional issues.
	ALC Research Seminar: “Are ‘Asian Values’ Universal? International Discourse on Human Rights Policies” Monday, 25/09/06 PhD Completion Seminar with the Office for Research
	Civil Justice Conference Friday, 22/09/06 8:30 AM
	'Civil Justice as a Public Service' - Professor Adrian Zuckerman Thursday, 21/09/06 6:00 PM Exploring the theory that court adjudication of civil disputes is a public service to be managed within available resources to deliver resolutions at proportionate costs to litigants.
	Adrian Zuckerman Monday, 18/09/06
	CSCI Research Seminar Thursday, 14/09/06 1:00 PM
	ALC Brownbag Seminar Wednesday, 13/09/06 1:00 PM
	International Humanitarian Law and Contemporary Armed Conflict: Can the Law Survive? Wednesday, 13/09/06 6:00 PM The changing nature of warfare affects the content, application & interpretation of the Law of Armed Conflict and IHL, with particular reference to the use of technology in armed conflict
	September Seminars presented by Geoffrey Lindell Tuesday, 12/09/06 Prof. Geoffrey Lindell will present a series of seminars on topics including Education, the Australian Constitution and the Commonwealth, the Invasion of Iraq and International Law.
	Law School Careers Seminar Series - Alternative Careers: Management Consulting Tuesday, 12/09/06 1:15 PM
	Trends and Challenges in Accountability Mechanisms of Multilateral Development Banks Thursday, 7/09/06 1:00 PM Mr Suresh Nanwani will explore multilateral development banks accountability mechanisms that allow affected groups to seek review of the bank's compliance with internal policies.
	Law School Careers Seminar Series – The International Australian Lawyer Thursday, 7/09/06 1:15 PM Are you interested in finding out about working at an overseas law firm in international law?
	Melbourne LLB Guest Speaker Forum Tuesday, 5/09/06 1:00 PM
August, 2006
	CSCI Research Seminar Thursday, 31/08/06 1:00 PM
	Human Rights Publication Opportunities Information Session Thursday, 31/08/06 1:00 PM
	Peacebuilding in Fragile States: Prospects and Challenges Thursday, 31/08/06 1:00 PM
	ALC Brownbag Seminar Wednesday, 30/08/06 1:00 PM
	Legal Professional Privilege - Recent Developments and their Implications for Companies and Advisers Wednesday, 30/08/06 5:30 PM Legal professional privilege is a major issue for in-house lawyers, regulators and professional advisers to companies.
	Seminar: Legal Professional Privilege Wednesday, 30/08/06 5:30 PM There have been many important recent developments in the area of legal professional privilege which have implications for companies and their advisers.
	Melbourne Book launch: Defamation: Comparative Law and Practice Wednesday, 30/08/06 6:00 PM Join us to celebrate the publication of this new book by CMCL Director, Andrew Kenyon, when it is launched by Dr Matt Collins of the Victorian Bar.
	Defamation: Comparative Law and Practice - Melbourne Book Launch Wednesday, 30/08/06 6:00 PM Join us to celebrate the publication of this new book by CMCL Director, Andrew Kenyon, when it is launched by Dr Matt Collins of the Victorian Bar.
	Alternatives to Articles - Practical Legal Training at The College of Law Victoria Tuesday, 29/08/06 1:00 PM
	Melbourne LLB Guest Speaker Forum Tuesday, 29/08/06 1:00 PM
	Model United Nations Conference 2006 Saturday, 26/08/06 Nuclear Technology Make Power not War. Registration forms and further information available at http://www.unaavictoria.org.au
	Alternative Careers for Law Graduates - Working at DFAT Thursday, 24/08/06 1:00 PM
	Labour Law Seminar - 'Light-touch' Labour Regulation as a State Government Response to Work Choices Thursday, 24/08/06 1:00 PM To view our flyer, please visit http://celrl.law.unimelb.edu.au/go/events-and-activities/labour-law- seminar-series/index.cfm
	Native Title Internship Program Information Session Wednesday, 23/08/06 1:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - "Can Mining Regulation Work in Indonesia? Balancing Environmental Protection and Resources Development in the Newmont Case" Wednesday, 23/08/06 1:00 PM Mr Kisworo will discuss whether mining regulation can work in Indonesia to promote environmental protection and, in particular, whether environmental laws can be successfully enforced.
	Sydney Book Launch - Defamation: Comparative Law and Practice Wednesday, 23/08/06 5:30 PM Join us to celebrate the publication of this new book by CMCL Director, Andrew Kenyon, when it is launched by The Honourable Justice Michael Kirby AC CMG.
	A. N. Smith Lecture in Journalism Wednesday, 23/08/06 6:30 PM Leading US columnist to give annual journalism lecture on 'Is Talk Cheap'.
	Protecting Human Rights in the Age of Terrorism Public Symposium Tuesday, 22/08/06 6:00 PM What is the proper balance between protecting human rights and addressing security concerns?
	Law School Careers Seminar Series - Corporate Banking and Finance Law Monday, 21/08/06 1:15 PM Mr Craig Lloyd, senior lawyer at ANZ's in-house legal department, will talk about his career path to ANZ despite an initial interest in criminal law.
	Open Day 2006 Sunday, 20/08/06 The University of Melbourne's open day provides prospective students the opportunity to ask questions, discuss options, gather information, view displays, watch demonstrations and listen to lectures.
	Open Day Sunday, 20/08/06 10:00 AM
	CSCI Research Seminar Thursday, 17/08/06 1:00 PM
	Mature Age LLB Students' Cocktail Party Thursday, 17/08/06 7:00 PM
	CSCI Public Dialogue (with the Department of History and Philosophy of Science) Islam and the Transformation of Science Wednesday, 16/08/06
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Tuesday, 15/08/06 1:00 PM
	ALC CSCI Public Colloquium: “Islamic Syari’ah Codes in Indonesia” Monday, 14/08/06 9:00 AM Three speakers will consider three different Islamic Syari’ah Codes proposed or actually introduced in different parts of Indonesia since 1998 and will debate their implications
	National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference 2006 Friday, 11/08/06 Ready access to legal advice is a fundamental democratic right. The conference will discuss all areas related to access to justice.
	Intellectual Property and Innovation: a Different Perspective Friday, 11/08/06 4:00 PM IPRIA engages in debate about the role of intellectual property and innovators in the innovation system.
	Intellectual Property and Innovation: A Different Perspective Friday, 11/08/06 4:00 PM
	ALC Conference: Government of the Shadows: Global Governance, Para-Politics and Organised Crime Thursday, 10/08/06 The Asian Law Centre at the University of Melbourne and the Faculty of Law at Monash University jointly hosted a two-day Colloquium which was held at the University of Melbourne
	Law Revue Tuesday, 8/08/06
	The Victorian Charter of Human Rights: A Canadian Perspective Tuesday, 8/08/06 5:45 PM Victoria has just become the first Australian State to enact a Charter of Human Rights. Professor Huscroft will argue that the Victorian Charter is bound to have greater impact than expected
	The International Court of Justice: a view from the inside Monday, 7/08/06 1:00 PM In this lunch-time seminar, Sir Kenneth Keith QC KBE (Judge, International Court of Justice) will talk about how the ICJ works and relate some of his experiences.
	Human Rights in Domestic Law: Views from Australia and The Hague Monday, 7/08/06 5:45 PM
	Melbourne LLB Guest Speaker Forum Wednesday, 2/08/06 1:00 PM
	CILS Research Seminar - Judaism, Christianity and Islam: Confrontation or Cooperation? Wednesday, 2/08/06 1:00 PM This seminar will examine whether three closely inter-related religions with extensive common ground, Judaism, Christianity and Islam, are destined to endless confrontation.
	Public Lecture - Georgina Born Wednesday, 2/08/06 5:30 PM Georgina Born, Cambridge University, will present a public lecture entitled 'Public Service Broadcasting - the Last Decade and the Future: Lessons from the BBC and the UK'.
July, 2006
	Full Court of the Federal Court sits in Melbourne Monday, 31/07/06 9:30 AM The Court is a superior court of record and a court of law and equity. It sits in all capital cities in Australia and elsewhere in Australia from time to time.
	CILS Research Seminar - Divorce in Islamic Law: Classical and Contemporary Perspectives Wednesday, 26/07/06 1:00 PM This seminar will detail the various forms of divorce that exist in classical legal jurisprudence, and explore the debate surrounding it in the patriarchal nature of Islamic rulings.
	Semester 2 Commencement Monday, 24/07/06
	ARC Conference Friday, 21/07/06 9:00 AM
	International Conference on Legislatures and the Protection of Human Rights Thursday, 20/07/06 This major international conference, featuring a number of prominent international speakers, is designed to encourage exploration of the role and effectiveness of legislatures in protecting human rights.
	International Conference on Legislatures and the Protection of Human Rights Thursday, 20/07/06 6:00 PM This major international conference is designed to encourage exploration of the role and effectiveness of legislatures in protecting human rights.
	Miegunyah Public Lecture 2006 Thursday, 20/07/06 6:00 PM David Feldman, Rouse Ball Professor of English Law, Cambridge University, will speak on the topic "The Roles of Parliaments in Protecting Human Rights: a view from the UK"
	Labour Law Seminar Wednesday, 19/07/06 1:00 PM 'Race, Discrimination and Employment in South Aftrica: What are the Limits of an Employer's Legal Obligations?'- This seminar is held in conjunction with the African Legal Interest Group.
	ALC Workshop: “Paradigms: Comparative Legal Studies in Asia”, Tuesday, 18/07/06 Workshop
	International Welcome Tuesday, 18/07/06 9:30 AM Welcome session for newly commencing international, study abroad and exchange students. Followed by enrolment session and lunch.
	International Enrolment Session Tuesday, 18/07/06 10:30 AM
	International Welcome Lunch Tuesday, 18/07/06 12:30 PM
	Construction Law Masterclass - Security of Payment Tuesday, 18/07/06 1:30 PM This masterclass is an opportunity for construction professionals, lawyers and students to be better informed about, and contibute to, the ongoing debate in relation to security of payment.
	Mid-Year Orientation Week Commences Monday, 17/07/06
	Interdisciplinary entanglements: the knotting of law-literature-psychoanalysis Monday, 17/07/06 12:45 PM In the workshop Maria Aristodemou will describe the traditional encounters between law and literature and the deadlocks that can lead to.
	Law in the Age of Images: Theory, Practice, and Pedagogy Monday, 17/07/06 5:30 PM Richard Sherwin (Professor of Law and Director, Visual Persuasion Project, New York Law School) will give a seminar on 'Law in the Age of Images: Theory, Practice, and Pedagogy'.
	Development and Agricultural Revitalisation: the South African Land Reform Perspective Thursday, 13/07/06
	Passages: Law, Aesthetics, Politics Thursday, 13/07/06 8:00 AM An international conference of the Law and Literature Association of Australia.
	LLB Discussion Forum Thursday, 13/07/06 1:00 PM
	Centenary of Trademarking Thursday, 13/07/06 6:00 PM
	Centenary of Trademarking Wednesday, 12/07/06 6:00 PM
	Thursday, 6/07/06
	Thursday, 6/07/06 Welcome session for newly commencing international, study abroad and exchange students. Followed by enrolment session and lunch.
	Workshop: Examining trends toward individual title over communal lands. Tuesday, 4/07/06 This two day workshop will explore individual title over communal lands in Australia & elsewhere, and discuss implications for conflict resolution, resource management & sustainability.
	Book Launch: 'International Law: Contemporary Principles and Practices' by Professor Gillian Triggs Monday, 3/07/06 12:00 PM The Hon Alexander Downer MP, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Australia will launch a new book titled 'International Law: Contemporary Principles and Practices' by Professor Gillian Triggs
June, 2006
	Food for Thought Thursday, 29/06/06 1:00 PM Peter Seidel, public interest law partner at Melbourne law firm Arnold Bloch Leibler, is the guest speaker.
	Protecting journalists' sources: US lessons for Australia? Wednesday, 28/06/06 5:30 PM At this seminar, leading US law academic and litigator Professor Rodney Smolla will provide an overview of how US law treats journalists and their sources.
	Intellectual Property in Global Perspective Wednesday, 28/06/06 5:30 PM Public Seminar
	Law, Ethics and Indigenous Collections: A Workshop for Cultural Institutions Monday, 19/06/06 9:30 AM This workshop discusses important legal and ethical issues in the management of Indigenous cultural materials by archives, libraries, museums, knowledge centres, galleries and other bodies.
	ALC Occasional Seminar (with the Australian Institute of Judicial Administration) - "The East Timor Legal System and Current Developments" Monday, 19/06/06 6:00 PM Mr Tiago will discuss the current situation in East Timor and the future of the East Timorese legal system.
	High Court Hears Special Leave Applications in Melbourne Friday, 16/06/06 9:30 AM The High Court proposes to hear special leave applications in Melbourne on Friday, 16 June, at 9.30am.
	International Film Night Thursday, 15/06/06 6:00 PM Free screening, snacks and socialising.
	Shareholder Litigation Seminar Tuesday, 13/06/06 5:30 PM In this seminar hosted by the Centre for Corporate Law & Securities Regulation leading speakers will discuss key developments in shareholder litigation. Sydney: June 13, Melbourne: 14 June.
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue (with the CSCI) (in Bahasa Indonesia) - Hukum Islam dalam Konfiguarasi Politik Tuesday, 6/06/06 1:00 PM
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue (with the CSCI) (in Bahasa Indonesia) - A Study of Unregistered Divorce Among Ethnic Malays Tuesday, 6/06/06 1:00 PM
	Australian Law Awards Nominations Friday, 2/06/06 Nominations for the Fuji Xerox Australian Law Awards 2006 open on 2 June 2006 and close on 22 September 2006.
	High Court in Melbourne Friday, 2/06/06 9:00 AM The High Court will hear Special Leave Applications in Melbourne
May, 2006
	RHD Colloquium Wednesday, 31/05/06 The first annual Research and Higher Degree Colloquium is a public showcase of work in progress, confirmation and completion presentations by PhD and SJD candidates.
	Equality and the Shape of Constitutions: Perspectives on Legislative Rights from Canada and the US Monday, 29/05/06 12:45 PM Professor Berger will discuss the drive towards "popular constitutionalism" and legislative rights, and the way in which constitutional protection of equality is imagined.
	Labour Law Seminar: Are casual employees legally precarious? An analysis Friday, 26/05/06 1:00 PM
	Briefing Session on Suspended Sentences: Final Report Part 1 Thursday, 25/05/06 5:30 PM The Sentencing Advisory Council will hold a briefing session on Part 1 of the Council's final report on suspended sentences and recommendations.
	2006 Law Week Oration Wednesday, 24/05/06 5:30 PM Lex Lasry QC, Criminal Bar Association of Victoria, will deliver this public lecture on the topic "The Defence of Unpopular Causes in a Climate of Fear"
	CSCI Public Dialogue - Listening to the Qur’an: A Search for Understanding Wednesday, 24/05/06 6:30 PM Professor Anthony Johns reflects on the possible approaches to the Qur'an.
	ALC/CSCI Research Seminar - Islam and Modernity in Indonesia: An Open Discussion Tuesday, 23/05/06 1:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - "Policing Religion: Singapore and the Maintenance of Religious Harmony Act" Monday, 22/05/06 1:00 PM
	Law Week Sunday, 21/05/06 10:00 AM Law Week is a National Annual Event that aims to promote greater understanding within the community of the law, the legal system and the legal profession.
	University of Melbourne Postgraduate Expo Thursday, 18/05/06 4:00 PM Staff from the Law School will be available to discuss the Graduate and JD programs with prospective students at the University's first Postgraduate Expo for the Year.
	Regulating Religious Vilification Thursday, 18/05/06 5:30 PM This public lecture explores the effectiveness and ramifications of religious vilification legislation.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - "First World Convention and Third World Corruption: The OECD Convention on Combating Bribery in International Business Transactions and the Philippines" Wednesday, 17/05/06 1:00 PM
	Women and the Law Breakfast Tuesday, 16/05/06 7:00 AM The Victorian Women Law Students' Collective invites all members of the profession to attend the 4th annual Women and the Law Breakfast.
	Cross-Border Communications: Legal Liability and Dispute Resolution Roundtable Seminar Tuesday, 16/05/06 8:30 AM The seminar addresses issues in cross-border communications in a high- technology age, including key aspects of intellectual property, defamation, privacy, and private international law.
	Cross-Border Communications: Legal Liability and Dispute Resolution Tuesday, 16/05/06 8:30 AM This seminar is to exchange information and ideas on current and emerging issues arising out of cross-border communications in a high- technology age, particularly affect the media.
	CILS Research Seminar: “Islam in Southern Thailand: The Role of Islamic Education” Monday, 15/05/06 1:00 PM Southern Thailand is home to Thailand’s Muslim minority and tensions between this community and the government in Bangkok have attracted world attention in recent years.
	CMCL: Book Launch: Internet Governance: Asia Pacific Perspectives Monday, 15/05/06 5:30 PM The Centre for Media and Commications Law and the Asian Law Centre are pleased to invite you to the Victorian launch of "Internet Governance: Asia Pacific Perspectives" edited by Danny Butt.
	CILS Research Seminar - Banking on Identity: Muslims in the West and Bank Selection Criteria Thursday, 11/05/06 1:00 PM This paper utilises Kuran’s theory of Islamic banking and its role in defining modern Muslim identity to explore banking motivations of Muslims in the West.
	Public Debate: If you do the Crime you should do the Time Thursday, 11/05/06 7:30 PM Hosted by the Melbourne University Debating Society. Speakers include Members of Parliament and the Chief Magistrate of Victoria.
	Seminar: Logic and Pragmatism in Legal Reasoning Monday, 8/05/06 5:30 PM Australian Society Of Legal Philosophy present a public seminar by Jeff Goldsworthy examining the extent Judges are sometimes tempted to depart from strict legal reasoning to do justice
	Review of Personal Property Securities Friday, 5/05/06 12:30 PM Attorney-General Philip Ruddock has announced a series of seminars to discuss the difficulties with the existing law in relation to personal property securities.
	Protecting digital television: Copyright controls & viewers Thursday, 4/05/06 5:30 PM Melbourne 4 May 2006 5.30-7.00pm: Seminar 7.00-7.30pm: Refreshments
	ALC Book Launch: Wednesday, 3/05/06 6:00 PM Professor Stephanie Fahey, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (International) at Monash University, will launch Asian Socialism and Legal Change (edited by Dr Pip Nicholson & Professor John Gillespie).
	Prizegiving Ceremony Wednesday, 3/05/06 6:00 PM Undergraduate, Graduate and Research prizes will be presented to Melbourne Law School students at this ceremony during which the occassional address will be presented by Professor Abbe Smith
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - "The Identity of Japanese Law: Observations from Recent Academic Meetings in Japan" Tuesday, 2/05/06 1:00 PM
	Full Court of the Federal Court sits in Melbourne Monday, 1/05/06 9:30 AM The full court of the Federal Court is next sitting in Melbourne 1-26 May, commencing at 9.30 am
April, 2006
	CSCI Research Seminar Thursday, 27/04/06 1:00 PM
	Alumni Cocktail party Thursday, 27/04/06 3:30 PM
	PLSA Event Thursday, 27/04/06 12:30 PM Guest Speaker Professor Michel Crommelin, Dean, talks about 'Growing Esteem' at the University of Melbourne.
	Turning Intellectual Property into Commercial Reality - University Innovation Showcase Wednesday, 26/04/06 5:00 PM Wednesday 26 April 2006 is World Intellectual Property Day — an occasion to reflect on the role played by intellectual property in stimulating and safeguarding the forces of innovation.
	Turning Intellectual Property into Commercial Reality: University Showcase Innovation Wednesday, 26/04/06 5:00 PM
	ALC Roundtable Seminar – “Health, Housing and Labour: Issues of Construction and Protection” Monday, 24/04/06 2:30 PM Asia Pacific Dispute Resolution Project involves a network of colleagues from UBC and from partner institutions in North America and Asia. It supports research, analysis and policy proposals
	Justice Environments Conference Thursday, 20/04/06 8:30 AM
	Chasing articles: a DIY guide - seminar Wednesday, 19/04/06 5:30 PM This seminar is designed for those interested in articles opportunities outside the mid-to-large tier firms.
	Public Seminar: Protecting & Exploiting Television Formats Wednesday, 19/04/06 5:30 PM The biggest news in TV this decade has been the rise of formatted entertainment in broadcast schedules globally.
	Protecting and Exploiting Television formats Wednesday, 19/04/06 5:30 PM This seminar addresses some of the core legal and business issues that arise in format infringement disputes.
	Declarations of Law: A Symposium Wednesday, 12/04/06 Associate Professor Peter Rush and Ms Juliet Rogers present the "Declarations of Law: Securing Law, Labour & Life" symposium.
	The Normative Foundations of Empire Wednesday, 12/04/06 5:30 PM Professor Costas Douzinas (Birkbeck College London) will explore whether we are moving toward a benign new world order or a new imperial arrangement.
	LLB Guest Speaker Forum Tuesday, 11/04/06 1:00 PM Julian Gardner, Victoria’s Public Advocate, will discuss the issue of rights and the powers and obligations of the Public Advocate in life and death, with reference to the Maria Korp case.
	Specialisation Information Night - An Event for Aspiring Specialists Monday, 10/04/06 5:30 PM The evening will cover the benefits of becoming a specialist, how to use the application guidelines and advice from existing specialists.
	Alumni Reunion Lunch Friday, 7/04/06 10:30 AM
	CSCI Research Seminar Thursday, 6/04/06 1:00 PM
	2006 Alumni Lecture: 'Why David Hicks will not receive a fair trial come his day in Court' Thursday, 6/04/06 6:00 PM Major Mike Mori will present the latest information relating to the trial of alleged Australian terrorist David Hicks.
	ALC Occasional Seminar Monday, 3/04/06 6:00 PM
	JD Graduation Saturday, 1/04/06 Graduation Ceremony for the September 2003 and January 2004 Juris Doctor (JD) intakes
	Law Graduation Saturday, 1/04/06 9:00 AM
March, 2006
	Alumni Reunion Lunch Friday, 31/03/06 10:30 AM
	The Wages of Fear: Labour Laws & Terror Laws Thursday, 30/03/06 6:00 PM This third 'Terror Seminar' considers connections between the new IR and terror laws, cultures of anxiety, and the impact of changes in the economy.
	Labour Law Seminar Friday, 24/03/06 1:00 PM
	CSCI Research Seminar Thursday, 23/03/06 2:00 PM
	Australian Society of Legal Philosophy Seminar: Human Rights and Virtue. Thursday, 23/03/06 5:30 PM Prof. Stan van Hooft, School of International and Political Studies, Deakin University.
	CSCI Public Dialogue (with Department of History) - Iran, Islam and Democracy Wednesday, 22/03/06 6:00 PM Professor Afshar will speak about the compatibility of Islam with national democratic processes, specifically in Iran.
	The Right to Health of Indigenous Australians Thursday, 16/03/06 5:30 PM Experts in health and human rights will critically examine pressing health issues facing indigenous Australians.
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue (in Japanese) - "Reform of Japan's Civil Code" Thursday, 16/03/06 1:00 PM
	Hong Kong Law Career Fair Tuesday, 14/03/06 12:00 PM Fifteen law firms visit the Melbourne Law School to describe career opportunities in Hong Kong.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - "Regulatory Responses to the Arrival of Hostile Takeovers in Japan and Germany: Rummaging Through the International Regulatory Toolbox" Monday, 13/03/06 1:00 PM
	CSCI Research Seminar Thursday, 9/03/06 12:30 PM
	Public Hearing - Inquiry into Harmonisation of Legal Systems Tuesday, 7/03/06 9:30 AM Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee, House of Representatives
	Biological Weapons Convention workshop Sunday, 5/03/06
	Alumni Reunion Lunch Friday, 3/03/06 12:30 PM
February, 2006
	Corporate Governance Conference: Managing Risk & Driving Value Friday, 24/02/06 8:45 AM Leading US governance scholars will highlight key developments from the world's largest capital market and examine governance issues of concern in Australia
	1-day Workshop: "Feminism, Law and the Family Friday, 24/02/06 9:00 AM
	Public Hearing in Melbourne - Inquiry into Corporate Responsibility Thursday, 23/02/06 9:00 AM Joint Statutory Committee on Corporations and Financial Services (Senate)
	Workshop: Responding to the Anti-Terrorism Legislation Wednesday, 22/02/06 2:00 PM The Equal Opportunity Commission Victoria in conjunction with IILAH's International Human Rights Law Program and the Federation of Community Legal Centres
	Responding to Anti-Terrorism Legislation Wednesday, 22/02/06 2:00 PM The second in the 'Terror Seminar' series brings together a panel of experts to consider psycho-social implications of anti-terrorism laws. 6pm Thur 16 Feb.
	Orientation Information Session Wednesday, 22/02/06 3:00 PM
	Seminar: Repentance, Punishment and the Liberal State Wednesday, 22/02/06 5:30 PM The Australian Society of Legal Philosophy present a public seminar by Dr John Tasioulas, Oxford University.
	International Student Welcome Monday, 20/02/06 8:30 AM
	The Enemy Within: Cultural Anxiety, Counter-Terrorism and Sedition Thursday, 16/02/06 6:00 PM The Enemy Within will be a public forum for audience and speaker discussion of the sedition laws recently introduced in Australia.
	Taxing the Mind Thursday, 16/02/06 6:00 PM Taxation problems in the commercialisation of intellectual property.
	Taxing the Mind Thursday, 16/02/06 6:00 PM
	Full Court of the Federal Court sits in Melbourne Monday, 13/02/06 9:30 AM
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue (in Japanese) - "Studying Law in Australia" Thursday, 9/02/06 6:00 PM
	Taxing the Mind Thursday, 9/02/06 6:00 PM
	Taxing the Mind Wednesday, 8/02/06 6:00 PM
	Taxing the Mind Tuesday, 7/02/06 6:00 PM
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue (in Japanese) - "Being a Judge in Japan" Tuesday, 7/02/06 6:00 PM
	ALC: Chuo Law School Melbourne Summer School Monday, 6/02/06 Summer School
	Venture Capital Symposium: Tax and Expenditure Subsidies for Commercialising Innovation Thursday, 2/02/06 12:30 PM This symposium considers the effectiveness of subsidies for venture capital formation.
	Venture Capital Symposium: Tax and Expenditure Subsidies for Commercialising Innovation Thursday, 2/02/06 12:30 PM
January, 2006
	Portia's Breakfast - to mark the Opening of the Legal Year Tuesday, 31/01/06 8:00 AM The Victorian Law Foundation will host the 3rd annual Portia's breakfast in Melbourne on 31 January 2006. Designed to model flexible, alternate methods of working and networking across the legal sector, the free breakfast will also mark the start of the legal year.
	Australasian Tax Teachers Association Conference Monday, 30/01/06 9:00 AM
	Senate Legal and Constitutional Committee Monday, 30/01/06 9:00 AM Public Hearing in Melbourne Provision of the Australian Citizenship Bill 2005
	Undergraduate Welcome Session Monday, 23/01/06
December, 2005
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - "Combating Corruption: The Experience of Southeast Asian Ombudsmen" Thursday, 15/12/05 1:00 PM Ms Susi Harijanti will discuss the experience of the Indonesian and Philippines Ombudsman dealing with corruption.
	Anti-Terrorism and the Police State Thursday, 15/12/05 5:30 PM Free public forum for the discussion of the recently passed Anti- Terrorism laws.
	Is Indonesia Winning the War Against Terrorism? Wednesday, 14/12/05 5:30 PM The recent attacks against tourist facilities in Bali indicate that despite some notable counter-terrorism successes, the terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah and its affiliates remain highly active and continue to pose a deadly threat. But the problem is not just of Indonesia's making. Terrorist violence in Indonesia reflects a complex array of internal and external forces, and Indonesia's partners in the fight against terrorism, including Australia and the US, must confront the reality that their own actions might sometimes make Jakarta's job even harder.
	2005 A.N. Smith Memorial Lecture in Journalism Wednesday, 14/12/05 6:00 PM The lecture will be presented by The Hon. Peter Beattie, Premier of Queensland on the topic: 'Power Without Responsibility: Who Guards the Guardians?'
	The Sense of Islam - Lecture 6: Modern Arabian Women Monday, 12/12/05 5:30 PM The Free Public Lecture will be given by Jill Koolmees, author of "My Desert Kingdom: Finding a Life in Saudi Arabia" published in 2004.
	Asialink Leadership Program: Rethinking Boundaries Thursday, 8/12/05 Applications are invited for the 2006 Asialink Leadership program. Leadership Fellows acquire the skills and networks to exercise vision and judgement here in Australia and internationally across the Asia-Pacific region.
	Traditional Courts in South Africa Friday, 2/12/05 12:45 PM The Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies presents a talk on Traditional Courts in South Africa.
	MediaCommLaw 2005 Thursday, 1/12/05 An academic conference for media and communications law teachers and researchers, hosted by the CMCL.
November, 2005
	Chancellor's Human Rights Lecture Tuesday, 29/11/05 6:00 PM Human Rights and Responsibilities in the Age of Terror by The Rt Hon Malcolm Fraser AC CH, former Prime Minister of Australia.
	Overcoming Entrenched Disadvantage in Australia: Another Key Anti-Terrorism Measure Monday, 28/11/05 6:30 PM The John Barry Memorial Lecture to be delivered by the Hon. Fred Chaney AO, Deputy President of the National Native Title Tribunal.
	Overcoming Entrenched Disadvantage in Australia: Another Key Anti-Terrorism Measure Monday, 28/11/05 6:30 PM The Department of Criminology invites you to attend the 2005 John Barry Memorial Lecture delivered by the Hon. Fred Chaney AO, Deputy President of the National Native Title Tribunal.
	Jury Research and Court Technology Workshops Friday, 25/11/05 8:30 AM The distinguished American judge, Mike Yarnell, will talk about the fascinating experiments in Arizona where jury deliberations were recorded.
	Asialink Ambassadors' Series - INDIA: Two Decades of Developments, Achievements and Challenges Wednesday, 23/11/05 12:15 PM India's economic story is as colourful and vibrant as the country itself. For so long an economic disappointment, the sub-continental giant - home to one-fifth of the world's population - is stirring.
	CSCI Colloquium - ‘Muslims, Secularism and the Secular State’ Wednesday, 23/11/05 8:30 AM The Centre for the Study of Contemporary Islam at the University of Melbourne invites you to an international colloquium on "Muslims, Secularism and the Secular State".
	Communication Service Providers: Criminal liability, forensics and investigation Tuesday, 22/11/05 5:30 PM This seminar will examine the position of CSPs as providers of access & services to Internet users and will review the evolving legal framework in Europe. Tue 22 Nov.
	CSCI Islamic Studies Postgraduate Conference 2005 Monday, 21/11/05 9:00 AM
	Postgraduate Law Students Dinner Friday, 18/11/05 7:00 PM This welcoming dinner provides a wonderful opportunity for staff, new and current postgraduate students to meet in a relaxed social setting.
	Laws for Insecurity Forum Thursday, 17/11/05 6:00 PM The Human Rights Law Programme of the Institute for International Law and the Humanities invites you to a forum on Laws for Insecurity.
	The Workplace Relations Reform Advertising Case: Constitutional and Policy Perspectives on Government Advertising Monday, 14/11/05 5:30 PM In August 2005, the ACTU and the Federal Opposition challenged the Commonwealth government's use of public funds to advertise and promote its new workplace relations laws. This seminar brings together leading constitutional lawyers, media lawyers and political scientists to examine the constitutional and policy implications of one of the year's most keenly awaited High Court decisions.
	ALHR One-Day Workshop Saturday, 12/11/05 10:00 AM Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) will run a one-day workshop on human rights law in practice.
	African Legal Interest Group Seminar - Exporting Constitutionalist Democracy: Fifty Years of the African Experience Thursday, 10/11/05 6:00 PM In this seminar Professor Chanock will give an overview of his current work on the broad topic of constitutionalism in Africa from decolonisation to the present, drawing in particular on research carried out during his recent tenure as a Smuts Visiting Fellow at Cambridge University.
	CILS Research Seminar - Contemporary Islamic Movement in South Sulawesi: Theological and Socio-Political Ramifications among Muslim Exclusivists in the Post New Order Indonesia Thursday, 10/11/05 1:00 PM This study will focus on theological and socio-political contestation among the KPPSI and Wahdah Islamiyah over the issue of the reinforcement of Islamic sharia.
	IP Enforcement in Australia: What's Actually Happening in the Courts? (Presented in association with IPTA) Wednesday, 9/11/05
	Government Lawyers Pro Bono Opportunities Wednesday, 9/11/05 1:00 PM A free seminar will be held for government lawyers interested in doing pro bono legal work either in an individual capacity or through their department or agency.
	The Right to Health in Australia Tuesday, 8/11/05 5:30 PM The Human Rights Programme of the Institute for International Law and the Humanities, the School of Population Health and the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (Vichealth) invite you to the second of four seminars on the Right to Health in Australia. The series will bring together experts in health and human rights to critically examine pressing health issues in Australia and their human rights dimensions. The second public seminar in this series of four considers violence against women as a health and human rights issue.
October, 2005
	Full Court of the Federal Court sits in Melbourne Monday, 31/10/05 9:30 AM
	ALC Public Lecture: Fear, Loathing and Judgment: Australia, Law, Indonesia and Islam Wednesday, 26/10/05 6:00 PM Recently appointed to the Chair of Asian Law, Professor Lindsey is also Director of the Asian Law Centre and Deputy Director of the Centre for the Study of Contemporary Islam
	Dr Nguyen Thi Anh Van Saturday, 22/10/05 Delegation from the Hanoi Law University, Vietnam
	Boston Melbourne Oxford Converzatione on Culture and Society Saturday, 22/10/05 9:00 AM
	Launch of the 2006 Equality Handbook Friday, 21/10/05 6:00 PM
	Alumni Cocktail Party - 1995 Reunion Thursday, 20/10/05 2:00 PM
	Indonesia Forum Event Wednesday, 19/10/05 6:00 PM
	High Court sits in Melbourne Special Leave Applications Tuesday, 18/10/05 9:30 AM
	ALC Occasional Seminar - "Taiwan and China: Some New Perspectives" Tuesday, 18/10/05 6:00 PM Professor Bruce Jacobs will outline the cultural identification changes in Taiwan and their implications for the future.
	University of Melbourne Postgraduate Expo Thursday, 13/10/05 12:00 PM The University of Melbourne comes into CBD on Thursday October 13th, 2005 to showcase the fantastic range of coursework and research postgraduate opportunities available. Come along, speak with University staff and discover the wide range of courses available to you.
	University of Melbourne Postgraduate Expo Thursday, 13/10/05 12:00 PM The University of Melbourne comes into CBD on Thursday October 13th, 2005 to showcase the fantastic range of coursework and research postgraduate opportunities available. Come along, speak with University staff and discover the wide range of courses available to you.
	ALC Occasional Seminar - "Australia/US/China Preferential Trade Negotiations: Business Perspectives and Labour's Rights to a 'Place at the Table'" Thursday, 13/10/05 6:00 PM Professor Nyland will examine the implications of the recent Australia-US Free Trade Agreement and current debates over a China-Australia Free Trade AGreem
	CILS Research Seminar - Nationalism, Democracy abd Secularism: Indonesian Muslim Responses, 1945-2005 Thursday, 13/10/05 1:00 PM For more than a century, Muslims throughout the world have been trying to deal with the modern political concepts mostly originated from the modern West.
	ALC Brownbag Seminar Wednesday, 12/10/05 1:00 PM
	The Legislative Recognition of Fundamental Rights Wednesday, 12/10/05 6:00 PM
	Leadership Strategies Tuesday, 11/10/05 9:00 AM For postgraduate coursework students who have been unable to do the six day Leadership and Professional Development Program, don't miss the opportunity to participate in this one-day program - enrol now!
	The Justice Statement, A Vision for Victoria: Ideas and Implementation Tuesday, 11/10/05 1:00 PM
	Raz's "Authoritative Intention Thesis" Tuesday, 11/10/05 5:30 PM Joseph Raz is one of a chorus of legal philosophers and other theorists of interpretation espousing intentionalism in legal interpretation.
	Labour Law Seminar - The Diversity Approach to Achieving Equality: helping or hindering? Tuesday, 4/10/05 1:00 PM This seminar will consider the relationship between anti-discrimination law and the diversity approach towards achieving equality at the workplace.
	The Inaugural W.E Hearn Lecture Tuesday, 4/10/05 6:00 PM Enlightened Shareholder Value and the New Responsibilities of Directors: What does the Best Director do for the Creditor?
	Pursuing Parenthood: Access to Assisted Reproductive Technology Tuesday, 4/10/05 1:00 PM Assisted reproductive technologies (ART) provide a means by which people who in the past may have remained childless are able to pursue parenthood.
	Labour Law Seminar - UK Changes in Collective Workplace Representation: from single to two channelled representation Monday, 3/10/05 1:00 PM This seminar will be presented by Professor Paul Davies, Cassel Professor of Commercial Law, London School of Economics and Political Science.
September, 2005
	Picking up the Pieces: Building Democracy in Post-conflict Societies Wednesday, 28/09/05 5:30 PM The Asia Pacific Centre for Military Law, supported by Australian Red Cross Victoria, will host this public lecture by Professor Hilary Charlesworth.
	10 reasons why the idealistic should forget about organized politics - The Latham Diaries Tuesday, 27/09/05 6:00 PM Free Public Lecture
	Starting Your Own Consultancy Tuesday, 20/09/05 9:30 AM This is an introductory course aimed at postgraduates with no previous consultancy experience, who are interested in setting up their own consultancy practice from a home-based office.
	Public Hearing - Victorian Law Reform Committee: Coroners Act 1985 Review Monday, 19/09/05 9:00 AM Confirmed speakers include the State Coroner Graeme Johnstone, Health Services Commissioner Beth Wilson, Professor Stephen Cordner, Associate Professor David Ranson and Dr Ian Freckelton.
	Public Hearing - Parliamentary Joint Committee on the Australian Crime Commission Friday, 16/09/05
	Careers Breakfast 2005 looks at "Risky Business" Wednesday, 14/09/05 7:30 AM Staff, alumni, students and friends of the University are invited to attend the 2005 Careers Breakfast on 14 September at 7.30-9.00am at University House.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - "Constitutional Renewal in the Solomon Islands: Public Participation in Theory and Practice" Wednesday, 14/09/05 1:00 PM Ms Katy Le Roy examines the gap between theory and practice in constitution making, particularly the current constitution making process in the Solomon Is
	Alumni Cocktail Party - 1985 Reunion Thursday, 8/09/05 2:00 PM
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue (Bahasa Indonesia) - "The Constitutionalisation of Shari'a in Indonesia: Constitutional Dissonance in Amendment to Article 29 on Religion" Wednesday, 7/09/05 1:00 PM
	The 24th Allen Hope Southey Memorial Lecture: Reconceiving the UN Human Rights Regime to Fit the Twenty-First Century Wednesday, 7/09/05 5:30 PM This year's Lecture to be given by Prof. Philip Alston, NYU Law School, on the topic "Reconceiving the UN Human Rights Regime to Fit the 21st Century".
	Allen Hope Southey Memorial Public Lecture Wednesday, 7/09/05 5:30 PM Allen Hope Southey Memorial Public Lecture to be presented by Professor Philip Alston, NYU School of Law on the topic of "Reconceiving the UN Human Rights Regime to Fit the Needs of the 21st Century"
	RHD Information Session Wednesday, 7/09/05 6:00 PM The Office for Research will be holding, as part of the University of Melbourne's Postgraduate Information Week (5 - 11 September 2005), a RHD Information Session for prospective research higher degree students. The session will be from 6:30pm to 7:30pm.
	Research Higher Degree Information Session Wednesday, 7/09/05 6:30 PM The Associate Dean (Research), representatives from the Postgraduate Law Students' Association and some currently enrolled research students and their supervisors will discuss and answer questions on undertaking a Research Higher Degree within the Melbour
	Prosecuting War Crimes in Rwanda Tuesday, 6/09/05 1:00 PM
	The Annual Sir Anthony Mason Lecture: Globalisation and the Law Monday, 5/09/05 6:00 PM This year, the 11th Sir Anthony Mason Lecture will be delivered by The Honourable Sir Anthony Mason, speaking on "Globalisation and the Law."
August, 2005
	"You want a piece of me? Mass DNA screenings in criminal investigations" Wednesday, 31/08/05 1:00 PM Jeremy Gans is researching mass DNA screenings, where the police ask large numbers of people for their bodily samples for use in a criminal investigation.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - "Culture Concealed: The Cross-Cultural Ramifications of Trafficking within an Australian Court Room" Wednesday, 31/08/05 1:00 PM Ms Platt and Ms Metz examine how the Australian legal system deals with the crosscultural aspects of trafficking.
	CILS Research Seminar - Polygamy and the Wellbeing of Women and Children Monday, 29/08/05 1:00 PM This paper will analyse the influence of polygamy on the wellbeing of women and children, ‘wellbeing’ meaning emotional and economic fulfilment.
	Ms Funie Suga Sunday, 28/08/05 Delegation from Japan researching Guardianship and Administration Law
	Copyright, Digitisation and Cultural Institutions Conference 2005 Friday, 26/08/05 8:30 AM The conference will provide staff at cultural institutions with practical information about key copyright issues relating to the digitisation of collection material.
	Copyright, Digitisation & Cultural Institutions Friday, 26/08/05 8:30 AM A forum providing practical information about key copyright issues relating to the digitisation of collection material in cultural institutions.
	2nd All Alumni Cocktail Function Thursday, 25/08/05 6:00 PM
	The US View of Transfer Pricing Wednesday, 24/08/05 6:30 PM Professor H David Rosenbloom presents this public lecture.
	A Shared Responsibility for a More Secure World: An Asian Perspective on the UN Reforms Wednesday, 24/08/05 7:00 PM Professor Ramesh Thakur, Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations and Senior Vice Rector of United Nations University will talk on the topic 'A Shared Responsibility for a More Secure World: An Asian Perspective on the UN Reforms'.
	Workplace Relations: Are We Heading in the Right Direction? Tuesday, 23/08/05 5:30 PM The recent announcement of the Federal Government's workplace relations agenda has sparked heated debate across Australia. The new workplace relations reform package will substantially alter the current workplace relations system
	Public Hearing - Inquiry into the Coroners Act 1985, Law Reform Committee Monday, 22/08/05 9:15 AM For more information go to: http://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/lawreform/default.htm
	University Open Day Sunday, 21/08/05 10:00 AM
	Business Breakfast: Inside Edge to India Thursday, 18/08/05 7:30 AM Asialink invites you to join The Australian Industry Group and the President of the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) as part of the CII's mission to Australia. The CII is India's premier business association.
	Regulating offshore sweatshops: what can be done from here? Thursday, 18/08/05 1:00 PM Many people are aware that manufactured goods in Australia are increasingly being produced in developing countries, sometimes under very poor conditions. The trade connection between Australian consumers and the workers making the goods opens up possibili
	Directors Duties and Social Corporate Responsibility - the New Environment Thursday, 18/08/05 5:30 PM This seminar brings together leading speakers and will be presented in Sydney at 5.30pm on 27 July and in Melbourne at 5.30pm on 18 August.
	ALC Brownbag Seminar Wednesday, 17/08/05 1:00 PM
	Dispute Resolution in a Complex International Society Wednesday, 17/08/05 6:00 PM The Sir Kenneth Bailey Memorial Lecture 2005 is to be given by Professor Catherine Kessedjian.
	Career Progression for Junior Lawyers Monday, 15/08/05 5:30 PM This seminar aims to provide junior lawyers with the knowledge and know-how required to plan their career and set long and short-term goals.
	Contracts and Commercial Practice Thursday, 11/08/05 1:00 PM If you've ever wondered whether what you learned in Contracts might be the basis for a legal career, come along to G29 on 11th August.
	Empire: Transcendence and Immanence Thursday, 11/08/05 5:30 PM This paper focuses upon the technologies of property law, as particular western conceptions of time and space which implement the power of Empire.
	Art Competition Awards and Exhibiton Thursday, 11/08/05 6:15 PM
	Display of Art Competition Works Wednesday, 10/08/05 9:00 AM
	Is Torture Ever Justifiable? Tuesday, 9/08/05 1:00 PM Paris Aristotle AM, director of the Victorian Foundation for Survivors of Torture, will speak on the complex debate around legalising torture in the post-September 11 environment.
	International Fiscal Association Tuesday, 9/08/05 6:30 PM
	International Trends in Taxation, Fiscal Policy and Economic Growth and Prosperity Tuesday, 9/08/05 6:30 PM Professor Neil Brooks is a frequent speaker and public commentator on current public finance issues.
	ALC/CSCI Seminar - Madrasah in Indonesia: Education and Radicalism Monday, 8/08/05 6:30 PM Professor Azra seeks to answer the question of whether the Islamic education system is an incubator for religious radicalism in Indonesia.
	Teaching Seminar - Students with Mental Health Conditions Thursday, 4/08/05 1:00 PM This forum will focus on the mental health difficulties experienced by students at the University, and specifically the impact a mental health condition can have on learning.
	Biblical Judaism and Modern Ideas of Law and Justice Thursday, 4/08/05 6:30 PM Dr Fania Oz-Salzberger will discuss how the Hebrew Bible, the Prophets, and the Talmudic rabbis influenced the philosophies behind English and European liberal thought in the 19th and 20th centuries and their relationship with contemporary ideas of law an
	A Bill of Rights for Victoria? Issues, options and how to get involved Wednesday, 3/08/05 1:00 PM This lunchtime talk provides an opportunity to find out about the options for protecting human rights in Victoria and how to get involved in the current consultation process.
	ALC Brownbag Seminar Wednesday, 3/08/05 1:00 PM
	Frank Vogel Public Lecture Tuesday, 2/08/05 6:00 PM
	Full Court of the Federal Court Sits in Melbourne Monday, 1/08/05 9:30 AM
	CSCI Public Dialogue: Syariah and Islamic Governance: Unexploited Resources Monday, 1/08/05 6:00 PM
July, 2005
	Bush's Second Term Agenda: US Foreign Policy and the Asia-Pacific Region Thursday, 28/07/05 6:00 PM What impact will the Bush Administration's current US Foreign policy have on the Asia-Pacific Region? Join Peter Brookes from the US conservative think-tank, The Heritage Foundation, as he discusses the Bush Administration's current stance on US Foreign P
	Struggling for Coherence: A Review of Recent Developments in European Trade Mark Law Tuesday, 26/07/05 6:00 PM It is now nearly ten years since the Community Trade Marks Office opened its doors. Since that time, both the courts of EU Member States and the European Court of Justice have tried to fashion a coherent and modern trade mark system, with varying degrees
	Executive Power Roundtable Friday, 15/07/05 9:00 AM
	A Bill of Rights for Victoria? a public forum Wednesday, 13/07/05 6:00 PM The event is hosted by the Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies and will explore options for protecting human rights in Victoria.
	A Bill of Rights for Victoria? A Public Forum Wednesday, 13/07/05 6:00 PM This public forum provides an opportunity to find out more about the options for protecting human rights in Victoria.
	CSCI Public Dialogue: Muslim minorities in western liberal democracies Wednesday, 13/07/05 6:30 PM
	Labour Law and Labour Regulation Conference Friday, 8/07/05
	CELRL Conference Friday, 8/07/05 9:00 AM
	CILS Research Seminar - Social Hierarchy in Kashgar and the Role of Islam Wednesday, 6/07/05 1:00 PM The status of Kashgar women has been influenced by factors such as traditional Islamic values, Marxist gender ideology and state policy, as well as Chinese and other cultures.
	Asialink Panel Discussion - "Media: Corby, Tsunami and Depictions of Asia in Australia" Tuesday, 5/07/05 1:00 PM
	ALC Occasional Seminar Tuesday, 5/07/05 6:00 PM
June, 2005
	Senate Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade References Committee: Australia's relations with China Monday, 27/06/05 Public hearing in Melbourne
	ALC Public Lecture: Human Rights in Burma: What More can the International Community Do? Thursday, 23/06/05 6:00 PM Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, is seen internationally as a symbol of heroic and peaceful resistance in the face of oppression. Yet she and many of her supporters in Burma's lawfully elected governing party, the National League for Demo
	China: Facing the Chalenges of Globalisation and Labour Issues Wednesday, 22/06/05 6:00 PM China is leading the world in terms of economic growth. It is actively pursuing Free Trade Agreements with many Western countries, including one with Australia, signed in April. Yet, China is experiencing a number of challenges to provide the labour to me
	Fulbright Public Lecture "Balancing National Security & Human Rights: Australia and the United States" Tuesday, 21/06/05 6:00 PM Has the quest for security gone too far? Are human rights and fundamental freedoms being sacrificed in the war on terror? Are the current laws the best way to protect the national interest?
	ALC Farewell for Judge in Residence Monday, 20/06/05 6:00 PM
	Victorian Parliament Open Day Sunday, 19/06/05 11:00 AM
	The Future of Copyright Exceptions Thursday, 16/06/05 5:30 PM Should copyright law be reformed in light of new technologies and new copyright rights? On 5 May the Australian Government released its issues paper: Fair Use and Other Copyright Exceptions. This half day seminar will discuss the questions in the review p
	Twilight Seminar The GMO Dispute in the WTO Thursday, 16/06/05 5:30 PM Professor Sands is representing the European Communities in the current trade dispute between the United States and the European Communities over genetically modified crops and foods. This dispute raises a number of issues critical to the interaction
	Twilight Seminar: The GMO Dispute in the WTO Thursday, 16/06/05 5:30 PM
	CMCL and IPRIA Seminar: The Future of Copyright Exceptions Thursday, 16/06/05 5:30 PM
	The Future of Copyright Exceptions Thursday, 16/06/05 5:30 PM Should copyright law be reformed in light of new technologies and new copyright rights? On 5 May the Australian government released its issues paper: Fair Use and Other Copyright Exceptions. This half day seminar will discuss the questions in the review
	Sponors Seminar - Peter Rozen Wednesday, 15/06/05 6:00 PM
	JAPAN: Feminist Debates on the State in Japan Thursday, 9/06/05 4:00 PM This event is presented by Asialink and the Melbourne Institute of Asian Languages and Societies. Professor Vera Mackie from the University of Melbourne's History Department, will discuss historical and contemporary feminist debates on state, society, and
	CILS Research Seminar - Mortezi Motahari: An Ideologist of the Islamic Revolution Thursday, 9/06/05 1:00 PM This paper examines the ideas of Ayatollah Morteza Motahari (1920- 1979) on Islamic revolution and government.
	Alastair Nicholson Law Scholarship Launch Wednesday, 8/06/05 6:00 PM
	LAUNCH: Chinese Indonesians - Remembering, Distorting, Forgetting Thursday, 2/06/05 5:30 PM This event is presented by the University of Melbourne's Indonesia Forum, the Asian Law Centre, Asialink and the Monash Asia Institute. It is the launch of 'Chinese Indonesians: Remembering, Distorting, Forgetting' edited by Professor Tim Lindsey and H
	ALC Book Launch – “Chinese Indonesians, Remembering, Distorting, Forgetting”, Thursday, 2/06/05 5:30 PM Book Launch: "Chinese Indonesians, Remembering, Distorting, Forgetting", edited by Tim Lindsey and Helen Pausacker
May, 2005
	ALC Vietnam Legal Research Group Meeting Tuesday, 31/05/05 10:00 AM
	Blackboard Information Session Monday, 30/05/05 1:00 PM
	The Takeovers Panel: Key Issues For Companies & Advisers Thursday, 26/05/05 5:30 PM This seminar brings together leading speakers to examine current & emerging issues for the Panel in resolving takeover disputes.
	Alumni Cocktail Party - 1965 Reunion Thursday, 26/05/05 6:30 PM
	The Postgraduate Law Students Dinner Thursday, 26/05/05 7:00 PM The dinner is an opportunity for new and continuing postgraduate students, their partners and staff to meet in an informal environment. Cost is $20/30 for non-students. Price includes a three course meal and complementary drinks. (If you have any special
	ALC Brownbag Seminar Wednesday, 25/05/05 1:00 PM
	Corporate Governance and Workplace Partnerships Seminar Wednesday, 25/05/05 6:00 PM
	Rare Books Lecture: Judicial Biography: Does it matter? The making of Lives of the Australian Chief Justices. Tuesday, 24/05/05 6:30 PM
	ALC Occasional Seminar - "Integrating Alternative Dispute Resolution into Japanese Legal Education" Monday, 23/05/05 6:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Thursday, 19/05/05 1:00 PM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' and CILS Contemporary Islam Seminar: Islamic Law in the Modern World Thursday, 19/05/05 1:00 PM Professor Hallaq has published broadly, his most recent publications including The Origins and Evolution of Islamic Law (2004) and The Formation of Islamic Law (2004).
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - "The Organisation and Operation of Vietnam's Administrative Courts" Wednesday, 18/05/05 1:00 PM
	Law Week Oration Tuesday, 17/05/05 5:00 PM
	Sixty Years from Nuremberg: What progress for international criminal justice? Tuesday, 17/05/05 5:30 PM Professor Tim McCormack presents this public lecture at 5.30pm for 6pm, Tuesday 17 May.
	ALC Student Staff Forum - Tuesday, 17/05/05 1:10 PM Tim Lindsey is Professor of Asian Law and Associate Dean (International) in the Faculty of Law.
	Law Week - DNA Science for Legal Professionals Monday, 16/05/05 9:00 AM This Law Week event will assist legal professionals in their understanding of DNA science from the molecular level through to real-world applications.
	Public Seminar with Hidayat Nur Wahid, Speaker of the Indonesian Parliament Monday, 16/05/05 9:30 AM The Indonesian political system has undergone immense change in the past five years. Mr Hidayat Nur Wahid is the speaker of Indonesia's Parliament. He is also co-founder of the Justice Party, now known as the Prosperous Justice Party (PKS).
	Law Week 2005 Sunday, 15/05/05 http://www.victorialaw.org.au/lawweek/ http://www.vic.lawweek.com.au
	The Process of Law Reform at the Victorian Law Reform Commission Thursday, 12/05/05 1:00 PM
	Law Reform Guest Speaker Thursday, 12/05/05 1:00 PM
	25 Year Alumni Reunion Thursday, 12/05/05 2:30 PM
	ALC Occasional Seminar - Consular Assistance - In Trouble with the Law in Asia Wednesday, 11/05/05 6:00 PM
	ALC/CSCI Brown Bag Seminar - Shari'a in a Modern Nation State: The Ulama Council and the Shari'a Court in Aceh Wednesday, 11/05/05 1:00 PM
	Research Workshop Monday, 9/05/05 12:45 PM
	Hong Kong Law Careers Fair Monday, 9/05/05 4:30 PM The following firms, plus the University of Hong Kong, will be attending: Clifford Chance, Deacons, DLA, Freshfields, Heller Ehrman, Herbert Smith, Linklaters, Lovells, Mallesons, Minter Ellison, Richards Butler, and Simmons & Simmons. Students who are
	United Nations Association of Australia, Model United Nations Conference Saturday, 7/05/05 9:00 AM HIV/AIDS - Confronting the Crisis Registration forms and further information available at http://www.unaavictoria.com.au
	LLB Prizegiving Wednesday, 4/05/05 6:20 PM
	Public Hearing in Melbourne - Senate Employment, Workplace Relations and Education References Committee Tuesday, 3/05/05 9:00 AM Inquiry into Unfair Dismissal Policy in the Small Business Sector
	ALC Occasional Seminar - Combating Judicial and Prosecutorial Corruption in Indonesia: New Developments" Tuesday, 3/05/05 6:00 PM
	Full Court of the Federal Court Monday, 2/05/05 10:15 AM
April, 2005
	High Court sits in Melbourne Friday, 29/04/05 9:30 AM
	ALC Brownbag Seminar Wednesday, 27/04/05
	Graduate Diploma in Managing Legal Organisations Advisory Board Meeting Wednesday, 27/04/05 5:00 PM
	ASLP Seminar Tuesday, 26/04/05 5:15 PM
	Public Hearing in Melbourne Friday, 22/04/05 Inquiry into the Effectiveness and appropriateness of the Privacy Act 1998 Senate Legal and Constitutional Committee, Federal Parliament
	Public Lecture: Medical Error & Malpractice Litigation in the United States Tuesday, 19/04/05 5:30 PM Associate Professor David Studdert from the Harvard School of Public Health explores and examines issues in medical negligence litigation.
	Giving Yourself a Head Start in Law Exams Monday, 18/04/05 11:00 AM We encourage you all to attend this seminar.
	IPRIA Public Seminar - Traditional Knowledge, Traditional Cultural Expressions and Intellectual Property: The International Dimension. (Canberra) Monday, 18/04/05 6:00 PM
	Panel Discussion - Australia and Japan: Sixty Years On Thursday, 14/04/05 6:30 PM
	ALC Brownbag Seminar Wednesday, 13/04/05
	Launch and Public Lecture: Militancy, Ideas of Jihad and Islam - Centre for the Study of Contemporary Islam Wednesday, 13/04/05 6:00 PM
	CSCI Public Dialogue - Militancy, Ideas of Jihad and Islam Wednesday, 13/04/05 7:00 PM
	CCCS Seminar - Recent Developments in the British Constitution Tuesday, 12/04/05 5:30 PM
	Independence and Accountability: the Judges, Lord Chancellor and Attorney General in the developing UK Constitution Tuesday, 12/04/05 5:30 PM Independence and Accountability: the Judges, Lord Chancellor and Attorney General in the developing UK Constitution. The Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies and The Australian Association for Constitutional Law presents a seminar by Professor D
	Allen Myers Public Lecture Tuesday, 12/04/05 6:00 PM
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue - "Islam, Politics and Secularism: Political Struggle in Post-Soeharto Indonesia" Monday, 11/04/05 1:00 PM In Bahasa Indonesia.
	IPRIA Public Lecture - The Future of the Patent System Monday, 11/04/05 6:00 PM
	ILO Seminar: Labour Rights in Asia: The ILO's Decent Work Agenda Thursday, 7/04/05 6:00 PM The CELRL together with Asialink, the Asian Law Centre, Asian Economics Centre and Australian Centre for International Business present a free panel discussion. 6pm, Thur 7 April
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Corruption, Human Rights and Development: Governance Perpectives Thursday, 7/04/05 1:00 PM The talk will focus on the impact of corruption on human rights and development with a view to improve the governance system that is presently prevailing in nations.
	CSCI Public Dialogue: Miegunyah Public Lecture - Islam in Southeast Asia: Tolerance and Radicalism Wednesday, 6/04/05 6:00 PM Rector and Professor of History, Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN; State Islamic University), Syarif Hidayatullah, Jakarta, Indonesia
	JD Awards Ceremony 2005 for 2004 Academic Year Tuesday, 5/04/05 Further information to follow soon.
	JD Prizegiving Ceremony Tuesday, 5/04/05 6:00 PM
March, 2005
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - "Hong Kong Changes Leaders Mid-Term: Why, How and What Next?" Wednesday, 23/03/05 1:00 PM
	International Fiscal association Lecture Wednesday, 23/03/05 6:30 PM The Tax Group at the Law School present a public seminar by Professor Kees van Raad, one of Europe's foremost international taxation experts. 6.30 for 7.00 pm, Wed 23 March
	ALC Comparative Law Rountable Seminar: Tuesday, 22/03/05 with Professor Lawrence Friedman
	IPRIA Public Seminar - Software Patents Developments in Europe Tuesday, 22/03/05 6:00 PM
	Competition and Intellectual Property Monday, 21/03/05
	Public Lecture with Indonesia's Minister of Trade, H. E. Dr Mari Pangetsu Monday, 21/03/05 6:15 PM Mari Pangestu is Indonesia's Minister of Trade, and is also the first female Chinese-Indonesian Minister in the modern history of Indonesia.
	ALC Comparative Law Seminar - "The Way We Live Now: Law and Authority in the Global Village" Monday, 21/03/05 6:30 PM
	RHD Orientation Thursday, 17/03/05
	Alumni Reunion Lunch Thursday, 10/03/05 10:00 AM
	ALC Occasional Seminar (with School of Law, La Trobe University) - The Relationship Between Human Rights and the Rule of Law: Examples from China" Thursday, 10/03/05 6:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Monday, 7/03/05 1:00 PM
	ALC/ CILS Research Seminar: The Syariah Court of Singapore Monday, 7/03/05 1:00 PM In Singapore, there exists a parallel system of law and court. Islamic law, or more appropriately Muslim law, is applied to Muslims in matrimonial and related matters.
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: The Syariah Court of Singapore: A Study of a Court of Law Monday, 7/03/05 1:00 PM In Singapore, there exists a parallel system of law and court. Islamic law, or more appropriately Muslim law, is applied to Muslims in matrimonial and related matters...
	Teaching Seminar: "Briefing on the timetable and process for implementation of the curriculum review" Wednesday, 2/03/05 1:00 PM
	CMCL Seminar: Defamation Law and Journalism Tuesday, 1/03/05 5:00 PM
February, 2005
	Corporate Governance and Workplace Partnerships Seminar Series Wednesday, 23/02/05 6:00 PM
	ALC Workshop: “Transpacific Discourse on Law and Bioethics: Technology, Information and Law” Tuesday, 22/02/05 Workshop with the Centre for Law and Genetics, School of Law, University of Tasmania
	ALC Health Workshop: Transpacific Discourse on Law and Bioethics: Technology and Law Tuesday, 22/02/05 12:00 PM
	Orientation Week Monday, 21/02/05
	US Patent Practice: An Update from the New York Bar (generously sponsired by Nanyang Ventures) Monday, 21/02/05
	Asian Law Centre Symposium - "Built It And They Will Come: The First Anniversary of Law Schools in Japan" Monday, 21/02/05 9:00 AM
	Asian Law Centre Symposium - Build it and they will come: the Frist Anniversary of Law Schools in Japan Monday, 21/02/05 9:00 AM Recent issues relating to legal education in Japan will be discussed by academics from Japan, Australia, Canada, the USA and the United Kingdom.
	Asian Law Centre Advisory Board Meeting Wednesday, 16/02/05 Board Meeting
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue (in Japanese) - "New Legal Education in Japan" Wednesday, 16/02/05 12:30 PM In Japanese.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar (with the CSCI) - "Indonesian Constitutional Reform 1999-2002: Nationalism v Islamic State" Wednesday, 9/02/05 5:30 PM
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue - "Australian Law Through Japanese Eyes" Wednesday, 9/02/05 5:30 PM In Japanese.
	ALC/CSCI Research Seminar: Islam in Southeast Asia: Tolerance and Radicalism Wednesday, 9/02/05 1:00 PM Mr Denny Indrayana, a Ph.D. Candidate in the Faculty of Law at the University of Melbourne, will be speaking on 'Indonesian Constitutional Reform 1999-2002: Nationalism v. Islamic State'.
	ALC: Chuo Law School Melbourne Summer School Monday, 7/02/05 Summer School
	ALC Afternoon Tea for Chuo Students Monday, 7/02/05 3:30 PM
January, 2005
	Retirement Conference for Jim Lahore Thursday, 27/01/05 12:30 PM This conference celebrates the illustrious career and significant contribution of Professor Jim Lahore to the Law Faculty at the Un
	ALC Asian Legal Dialogue - "New Lay Jury System in Japan" Tuesday, 18/01/05 5:00 PM In Japanese
December, 2004
	ALC Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, 16/12/04 6:30 PM
	International Students' Degree Conferring Ceremonies for Law Graduates Wednesday, 15/12/04 7:30 PM
	Australian Society of Legal Philosophy Annual Conference Monday, 13/12/04
	Careers Fair Wednesday, 8/12/04 5:30 PM
	Vice Chancellor's Colloquium on Teaching and learning Conference Tuesday, 7/12/04 9:00 AM
	John Barry Public Lecture (Criminology) Monday, 6/12/04 4:30 PM
	ALC Advisory Board Meeting and Dinner Thursday, 2/12/04 5:30 PM
November, 2004
	Farewell Luncheon for International Students Thursday, 25/11/04 12:30 PM International Students due to complete their course at the end of 2004 are invited to a Farewell Luncheon.
	Jury Research Conference Thursday, 18/11/04 Explores issues in jury research & practice. It will be of interest to judges, lawyers, jury managers, prosecutors, court administrators, academics and to those who work with and design space & facilities for juries. 18-19 Nov.
	The Rule of Law and Bangladesh Wednesday, 17/11/04 6:00 PM
	ALC Workshop: “Asian Legal Exchange in Australia and Japan: Challenges for Development in the Region” Monday, 15/11/04 Roundtable workshop with the Center for Asian Legal exchange Nagoya University, Japhan
	Mediation @ Melbourne Saturday, 13/11/04 8:30 AM
	Mediation @ Melbourne Friday, 12/11/04 8:30 AM
	2005 Graduate Program Briefing Thursday, 11/11/04 5:30 PM Professor Cheryl Saunders, Associate Dean (Graduate) will give a briefing on the Program to all postgraduate law students who may be interested in finding out what the Law School will have to offer them in the coming year.
	10 Year Alumni Reunion for the Graduating Class of '94. Thursday, 11/11/04 6:00 PM A celebratory Cocktail Party will be held at Melbourne Law School at 6pm on Thu 11 Nov.
	CMCL seminar - Contempt by Publication: How to Reform the Law? Wednesday, 10/11/04 5:30 PM
	CCLSR Shareholder Meeting - Key Issues and Developments Tuesday, 9/11/04 5:30 PM
	Mediation @ Melbourne Saturday, 6/11/04 9:00 AM
	Mediation @ Melbourne Friday, 5/11/04 9:00 AM The Mediation at Melbourne Law course is a joint mediation training course offered by the Faculty of Law and the International Conflict Resolution Centre at the University of Melbourne.
	IPRIA Patents Conference - Innovation and the Patent System: Maximising Australia's Economic Development Friday, 5/11/04 9:15 AM
October, 2004
	Second Semester ends Sunday, 31/10/04
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Wednesday, 27/10/04 1:00 PM
	Alumni Cocktail Reception, Singapore Tuesday, 26/10/04 6:00 PM
	Alumni Cocktail Reception, Kuala Lumpur Monday, 25/10/04 6:00 PM
	Comparative Law Rountable Seminar - "The Other Lived Experience of Comparative Law: Asian Comparisons" Thursday, 21/10/04 with Professor Pierre Legrand
	The 10th Annual Honorary Sir Anthony Mason Lecture Thursday, 21/10/04 6:15 PM Attorney General Rob Hulls will be speaking at the The 10th Annual Honorary Sir Anthony Mason Lecture.
	ALC Comparative Law Seminar - "Comparative Legal Studies and the Matter of Authenticity" Wednesday, 20/10/04 6:30 PM Mainstream comparative law requires fundamental rethinking.....
	Inaugural Alumni Cocktail Party Tuesday, 19/10/04 6:00 PM An invitation is extended to all Melbourne Law School alumni to attend this inaugural social event. Tours of the building will also be available.
	20 Year Alumni Reunion for the Graduating Class of '84. Thursday, 14/10/04 6:00 PM A celebratory Cocktail Party will be held at Melbourne Law School at 6pm on Thu 14 Oct.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Wednesday, 13/10/04 1:00 PM
	LSS Equality Handbook Launch and Seminar - Law In War: Insights into the ICC, Milosevic Trial & War Crimes in Rwanda Wednesday, 6/10/04 6:30 PM
September, 2004
	30 Year Alumni Reunion for the Graduating Class of '74. Thursday, 30/09/04 6:00 PM A celebratory Cocktail Party will be held at Melbourne Law School at 6pm on Thu 30 Sept.
	ICIL and AIA Public Seminar - Temporary Protection - Permanent Torment? Tuesday, 28/09/04 6:00 PM
	ALC/Indonesia Forum Event: "Local Government and Environmental Conservation in West Java" Monday, 27/09/04 ALC/Indonesia Forum Event
	ALC Public Lecture: Environment and the Law: Problems, Expectations and the Way Forward. Monday, 27/09/04 6:00 PM Indonesia Forum and Asian Law Centre invite you to a public lecture by Dr Joan Hardjono. 6pm Mon 27 Sept.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Wednesday, 8/09/04 1:00 PM
August, 2004
	Discovery Day Sunday, 22/08/04 10:00 AM The University of Melbourne's open day provides prospective students, parents & teachers with the opportunity to ask questions, discuss options, gather information, view displays, watch demonstrations and listen to lectures. Sun 22 Aug.
	CCLSR Seminar - Continuous Disclosure Thursday, 19/08/04 5:00 PM
	Brisbane Cocktail Party for Melbourne Law School Alumni. Friday, 13/08/04 5:00 PM This event will be hosted by the Dean Michael Crommelin and held at the Brisbane Polo Club. 5pm Friday 13 August.
	Multinational Capitalism & the Spectre of Free Information. Thursday, 12/08/04 6:00 PM Assistant Professor Dan Hunter discusses parallels between Communist ideology & the current intellectual property reform movement. Davies Collison Cave, 1 Nicholson St, Melbourne, 5:30pm, 12 August.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Merchants, Guilds and Early Business Enterprises in China Wednesday, 11/08/04 1:00 PM Ms Chenxia Shi reviews dynastic commercial developments and the status of merchants in traditional Chinese society.
	CCLSR Seminar - "Directors' Duties: Recent Developments and their Implications for Directors and Advisors" Wednesday, 11/08/04 5:30 PM
	CCLSR Seminar - "Directors' Duties: Recent Developments and their Implications for Directors and Advisors" Wednesday, 4/08/04 5:30 PM
	CMCL Privacy Seminar: Campbell and Hosking - Implications for Australia Tuesday, 3/08/04 5:30 PM
	Resources, Energy and Infrastructure Disputes in International Investment Arbitration Monday, 2/08/04
July, 2004
	Undergraduate Lecture - What is the Strongest Legal Justification for the American Led Invasion of Iraq? Friday, 30/07/04 1:10 PM
	Second Semester begins Monday, 26/07/04
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Indonesia's First Direct Presidential Elections: Administering the Democratic Experiment Thursday, 22/07/04 1:00 PM Professor Dr Sjamsuddin will discuss the experience of the Indonesian Electoral Commission in establishing and implementing Indonesia's 'year of elections
	Miegunyah Public Lecture 2004 Thursday, 22/07/04 6:00 PM
	Mid-Year International Orientation & Enrolment Tuesday, 20/07/04 9:00 AM
	Mid-Year International Orientation & Enrolment Tuesday, 20/07/04 12:30 PM
	Obligations II Conference - The Second Biennial Conference on the Law of Obligations Thursday, 15/07/04 8:30 AM
	ALC Occasional Seminar - Government Guarantees in Vietnam: Lessons From Recent Infrastructure Projects Wednesday, 14/07/04 6:15 PM
	ALC Occasional Seminar - Legal Reform: Indonesia and Elsewhere Tuesday, 6/07/04 6:30 PM
	Third Annual UN Forum on Online Dispute Resolution. Monday, 5/07/04 9:00 AM Hosted by the International Conflict Resolution Centre in collaboration with the United Nations Economic & Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific. Mon 5-6 July.
June, 2004
	IPRIA Free Trade Seminar Friday, 18/06/04 8:00 AM
	Hong Kong - based Law School Alumni Cocktail Party Thursday, 17/06/04 6:00 PM 6pm Thurs 17 June, China Tee Club.
	Launch of Gerry Simpson's "Great Powers and Outlaw States" Tuesday, 15/06/04 6:00 PM
	Queens Birthday Monday, 14/06/04
	Melbourne Legal Theory Workshop: International Law and Its Others Tuesday, 8/06/04 8:30 AM
	23rd Allen Hope Southey Memorial Lecture Tuesday, 8/06/04 5:30 PM Professor David Kennedy from Harvard Law School will speak about the role of experts in global governance & the role of law in efforts to make the world a more just & ordered place 5:30pm Tue 8th June.
	ICIL Public Lecture: Has Australia Retreated from its Obligations at International Law? Thursday, 3/06/04 6:30 PM Speaker: Mr Kevin Rudd, Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Security. 6:30pm Thurs 3rd June.
May, 2004
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Monday, 31/05/04 1:00 PM
	Asian Dialogues: Open Seminars in Asian Languages - Yasukuni Shrini Judgement (in Japanese) Monday, 31/05/04 1:00 PM In April 2004, the Fukuoka District Court found that the visit to the Yasakuni Shrine by Japanese Prime Minister, Mr Junichiro Koizumi, was unconstitutional...
	First Semester ends Sunday, 30/05/04
	CCLSR Lunchtime Seminar Friday, 28/05/04 1:00 PM
	Law Exchange Students Contacts Function Friday, 28/05/04 4:00 PM
	CMCL Seminar - Protecting Celebrities: The Right of Publicity in the US and Australia Thursday, 27/05/04 5:30 PM
	ICIL Seminar - International Online Dispute Resolution: An initiative to resolve disputes Wednesday, 26/05/04 12:45 PM
	Cross Cultural Workshop Tuesday, 25/05/04 4:00 PM
	40 Year Reunion Cocktail Party Thursday, 20/05/04 6:00 PM
	The War On Iraq: Does International Law Matter? Tuesday, 18/05/04 6:00 PM The Australian Red Cross and the Asia-Pacific Centre for Military Law present a Solferino Lecture by Dr Gerry Simpson of the London School of Economics. 6pm Tue, 18th May.
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Wednesday, 12/05/04 1:00 PM
	Rare Books Lecture Tuesday, 11/05/04 5:45 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar: Dr Mark Williams, HK Polytechnic University. Thursday, 6/05/04 1:00 PM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Successfully Aopting A Competition Law in Developing Countries: China and Thailand Compared Thursday, 6/05/04 1:00 PM The adoption of a competition law by developing countries as part of wider market-based economic reform is a contentious issue...
	Bachelor of Laws Prize Giving Ceremony Wednesday, 5/05/04 6:20 PM
April, 2004
	Beyond Collins Street Seminar Thursday, 29/04/04 1:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Wednesday, 28/04/04 1:00 PM
	CMCL and IPRIA Seminar - 'Current Issues in Broadcasting Law' Tuesday, 27/04/04 8:30 AM
	Beyond Collins Street Seminar Tuesday, 27/04/04 1:00 PM
	Anzac Day Sunday, 25/04/04
	Mediation @ Melbourne Saturday, 24/04/04 8:30 AM
	Mediation @ Melbourne Friday, 23/04/04 8:30 AM
	50 Year Reunion Luncheon Thursday, 22/04/04 12:00 PM
	Beyond Collins Street Seminar Thursday, 22/04/04 1:00 PM
	PLSA Welcoming Dinner for First Semester Thursday, 22/04/04 7:00 PM
	Beyond Collins Street Seminar Wednesday, 21/04/04 1:00 PM
	Beyond Collins Street Seminar Tuesday, 20/04/04 6:00 PM
	Mediation @ Melbourne Saturday, 17/04/04 8:30 AM
	Mediation @ Melbourne Friday, 16/04/04 8:30 AM
	Valedictory Address to Mark the Retirement of The Hon Alastair Nicholson, Chief Justice, Family Court of Australia. Thursday, 15/04/04 5:30 PM Presented by the Honourable Justice Michael Kirby. 5:30pm Thu 15 April.
	Easter Tuesday Tuesday, 13/04/04
	Easter Monday Monday, 12/04/04
	Good Friday Friday, 9/04/04
	Asian Law Centre Occasional Seminar Wednesday, 7/04/04 6:00 PM
	ALC Occasional Seminar Series - Current Constitutional Issues in the Philippines Wednesday, 7/04/04 6:00 PM What is the place of law in democratic governance, in a nation where institutions are weak, elites are strong andthe Church even stronger?
	IPRIA Seminar - The Value Of Innovation: The Interaction Of Competition, R&D And IP Tuesday, 6/04/04 5:30 PM
	LLB Graduation Ceremony Celebration Saturday, 3/04/04 5:30 PM
	Career and Employment Industry Mentors Cocktail Party Friday, 2/04/04 5:00 PM
March, 2004
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Wednesday, 31/03/04 1:00 PM
	Juris Doctor Awards Night Tuesday, 30/03/04 5:15 PM
	Linklaters Seminar Monday, 29/03/04 1:00 PM
	Hong Kong Careers Fair Monday, 29/03/04 5:30 PM
	MJIL Training Day Saturday, 27/03/04 8:30 AM
	55 Year Lunchtime Reunion Friday, 26/03/04 12:00 PM
	Melbourne Journal of International Law Welcome Function Thursday, 25/03/04 6:00 PM
	Launch of Creative Commons Tuesday, 23/03/04 6:00 PM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Ali G, Borat and the Mythology of a Converging 'Asian' Law Wednesday, 17/03/04 1:00 PM How and why can one multilateral institution determine the content and procedure of the laws within an independent nation state? Through a critique of comparative law Jeremy contends...
	Family Law Workshop Friday, 12/03/04 9:00 AM
	ALC Staff Farewell: Professor Malcolm Smith's Farewell Thursday, 11/03/04
	RHD Orientation Day Tuesday, 9/03/04 10:00 AM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: 'Asian Legal Dialogue' initiative Wednesday, 3/03/04 1:00 PM
	ALC Seminar: Pembangunan Hukum Indonesia: Tinjauan atas Paradigma dalam Proses Pembuatan Hukum [Indonesian Legal Development: The Paradigm in the Legislative Process] (In Bahasa Indonesia) Wednesday, 3/03/04 1:00 PM Sebagai negara modern, Indonesia juga membutuhkan sistem hukum yang modern. Hukum adat dan hukum warisan Belanda dianggap tidak cocok lagi dengan kebutuhan masyarakat Indonesia modern.
	First Semester begins Monday, 1/03/04
February, 2004
	ALC Seminar: Peace & Security After September 11: Australia, Japan & the Asia-Pacific Region. Thursday, 26/02/04 6:30 PM Seminar: Mr Yasushi Akashi, one of Japan's most senior and well- respected diplomats, will discuss the prospects for peace and security post 9-11. Thu 26 Feb 6:30pm.
	Academic Orientation - Law BBQ Wednesday, 25/02/04 12:30 PM
	CMCL Seminar - Uniform Defamation Law? Wednesday, 25/02/04 5:00 PM This seminar will bring together academic experts, media professionals and practicing lawyers to address key issues in defamation law and litigation practice. Wed 25th Feb, 5:00pm
	Orientation: Dean's Welcome Tuesday, 24/02/04 11:00 AM
	Orientation: Dean's Welcome Tuesday, 24/02/04 2:00 PM
	International Orientation inc Faculty Welcome Lunch Monday, 23/02/04 9:30 AM
	CCLSR Corporate Governance Conference Friday, 13/02/04 9:00 AM
	Beyond the Headlines: Muslim-Christian Relations in the New Global Environment. Wednesday, 11/02/04 6:00 PM Archbishop Peter Carnley & Prof. Abdullah Saeed explore key challenges facing Muslim-Christian relations in todays global environment.Wed 11 Feb.
	Seminar: Why There Will Never be a Common Law Privacy Tort. Thursday, 5/02/04 5:30 PM The Centre for Media & Communications Law presents Professor Wacks, one of the world's leading commentators on privacy law. Thur 5th Feb, 5:30pm
January, 2004
	Australia Day Holiday Monday, 26/01/04
	Welcome Day Friday, 23/01/04 9:00 AM
	IPRIA seminar - Strategic Use of Patents - Implications for Anti-Trust. Thursday, 22/01/04 5:00 PM
December, 2003
	University Holiday Wednesday, 31/12/03
	University Holiday Tuesday, 30/12/03
	University Holiday Monday, 29/12/03
	Boxing Day Friday, 26/12/03
	Christmas Day Thursday, 25/12/03
	Annual Examination Period ends Sunday, 14/12/03
	CMCL Seminar - Rendering Copyright Unto Caesar: Free Speech, Locke and the Sphere of Gift Thursday, 11/12/03 5:30 PM
	40 Year Reunion Cocktail Party Tuesday, 2/12/03 6:00 PM
November, 2003
	ICIL Seminar (with the Corporate and Community Relations unit) - Moving Beyond Rhetoric: Implementing the Global Compact Thursday, 27/11/03 2:00 PM
	ICIL Public Lecture - Moving Beyond Rhetoric: Implementing the Global Compact to Achieve Social and Environmental Sustainability Thursday, 27/11/03 5:30 PM
	20 Year Reunion Cocktail Party Thursday, 20/11/03 6:00 PM
	Mediation at Melbourne Law Joint ICIL/International Conflict Resolution Centre event Friday, 14/11/03 9:00 AM
	CMCL Seminar: The Future of Privacy Protection. Thursday, 13/11/03 6:00 PM Current and future issues in privacy law & regulation are examined by Prof. Graham Greenleaf (UNSW), Mark Sneddon, (Clayton Utz), and David Lindsay and Assoc Prof Megan Richardson (U.Melbourne). Thur 13 Nov
	Rare Books Lecture Series - The First English Law Books Wednesday, 12/11/03 5:30 PM Dr John Emmerson QC traces the people who wrote and printed the earliest English law books in the century following the first printed law text of 1492. . Wed 12th Nov, 5:30pm
	Asylum Seekers Report Launch Wednesday, 12/11/03 6:00 PM
	Mediation at Melbourne Law: Joint ICIL/International Conflict Resolution Centre event Friday, 7/11/03 9:00 AM This course will emphasise both theoretical & practical aspects of dispute management. Workshops will be conducted on Australian & international mediation by Assoc. Prof. Camille Cameron and Prof. Gillian Triggs. Fri 7 Nov.
	Annual Examination Period begins Monday, 3/11/03
	Second Semester ends Sunday, 2/11/03
October, 2003
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar Wednesday, 29/10/03 1:00 PM
	ICIL Lunchtime Seminar Monday, 27/10/03 1:00 PM
	Daylight Savings begins Sunday, 26/10/03
	LSS Client Interview Competition Grand Final Tuesday, 21/10/03 6:30 PM
	CMCL Seminar - Privacy and Constitutions Thursday, 16/10/03 6:00 PM
	LSS Junior Mooting Grand Final Wednesday, 15/10/03 7:00 PM
	ALC/MIALS Public Event: Islam, Terrorism and Indonesia: Wednesday, 15/10/03 6:15 PM Speakers are Dr Greg Fealy on "Hating the West: The Psycho-Religious Motivations of the Bali Bombers" and Associate Professor Tim Lindsey on "The Jemaah Islamiyah Trials: Defending the Bali Bombers". Wed 15 Oct
	LSS Negotiation Competition Grand Final Tuesday, 14/10/03 5:00 PM
	LSS Senior Witness Examination Final Thursday, 9/10/03 6:15 PM
	Cocktail Party to mark the Centenary of the High Court of Australia Sunday, 5/10/03 5:30 PM
	Constitutional Courts: Pressures and Tensions - International Association of Constitutional Law Roundtable Saturday, 4/10/03
	Liberty Victoria and Free Speech Victoria present a symposium, BE ALARMED! FREEDOMS UNDER THREAT Saturday, 4/10/03 10:00 AM Distinguished speakers including Julian Burnside QC, Liz Jackson, Paul Chadwick (Privacy Commissioner) & Marcia Neave (Law Reform Commissioner) discuss threats to Australian’s rights resulting from "the war on terror". 4 Oct.
	Liberty Victoria's 2003 Alan Missen Oration Saturday, 4/10/03 7:00 PM
	ALC Workshop: Problems with Comparative Law - Labour Regulation in Asia. Thursday, 2/10/03 1:00 PM This workshop will consider the working conditions & industrial relations in various Asian countries to examine the implications for labour law in the region
September, 2003
	IPRIA Trade Marks Conference Friday, 26/09/03 9:00 AM
	ALC Work-in-Progress Seminar Thursday, 25/09/03 1:00 PM
	CMCL Seminar - Privacy and Freedom of Speech Thursday, 25/09/03 6:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - How Asian Are 'Asian Values'?: South Africa's Apartheid Regime and 'Asian Values' - Too Close for Comfort? Wednesday, 17/09/03 1:00 PM
	ALC Occasional Seminar - My Two Yen's Worth: A Lawyer's Perspective on the Japanese Economic Bubble and the Legal Response Over the 'Lost Decade' Wednesday, 17/09/03 6:00 PM Wed 17 Sept, 6pm.
	Research Higher Degree Information Session Tuesday, 16/09/03 4:30 PM
	LSS Junior Witness Final Wednesday, 3/09/03 6:30 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Changes and Challenges in Japanese Criminal Justice Monday, 1/09/03 1:00 PM
	ALC Seminar: Challenges and Changes in Japanese Criminal Justice Monday, 1/09/03 1:00 PM This talk will explore some of the achievements and costs of doing criminal justice in the Japanese way.
August, 2003
	ALC/CELRL Afternoon Tea Thursday, 28/08/03 4:30 PM
	APCML Lunchtime Seminar - Commercial Contractors on the Battlefield: Legal Aspects Wednesday, 27/08/03 12:00 PM
	Senior Mooting Grand Final Wednesday, 27/08/03 6:30 PM
	Conferring of Degrees Saturday, 23/08/03 10:30 AM
	ALC Occasional Seminar - Indonesia's 2004 Elections: Can the New System Work? Thursday, 21/08/03 6:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Will Amrozi Walk Free?: Retrospectivity and the Bali Bomb Trials Wednesday, 20/08/03 1:00 PM
	Anthony Mason Lecture - 'Common Experience, Judicial Notice and Opinion Evidence' Wednesday, 20/08/03 6:15 PM
	Discovery Day Sunday, 17/08/03 10:00 AM
	Inaugural Alumni Lecture: 'The Globalisation of Contract Law' Thursday, 14/08/03 5:30 PM
	IPRIA Public Seminar Tuesday, 12/08/03 5:00 PM
	LSS Julian Burnside Lecture - Freedom, Justice and the Power of the State Tuesday, 12/08/03 7:00 PM
	Women's Law Collective Lecture - Women's Experiences in the Courtroom Monday, 11/08/03 1:00 PM
	LSS 'Beyond Collins Street' Seminars - Law Reform and Policy Making Thursday, 7/08/03 1:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Does Anyone Know What Law Applies in East Timor - Portuguese or Indonesian? - The dos Santos Decision Thursday, 7/08/03 1:00 PM
	Mature Age Student Lecture and Reception (part of the Beyond Collins St activities) Thursday, 7/08/03 5:30 PM
	LSS 'Beyond Collins Street' Seminars - Community and Welfare Law Wednesday, 6/08/03 1:00 PM
	LSS Tim Costello Lecture - Striving for equality in the community; the value of volunteering and not-for-profit organisations Wednesday, 6/08/03 7:00 PM
	LSS 'Beyond Collins Street' Seminars - International Law and Human Rights Tuesday, 5/08/03 1:00 PM
	LSS 'Beyond Collins Street' Seminars - Non-Corporate Law Firms Monday, 4/08/03 1:00 PM
July, 2003
	Continuing Legal Education Association of Australasia Luncheon Thursday, 31/07/03 12:00 PM
	Copyright Law Seminar Thursday, 31/07/03 5:30 PM
	ICIL Sovereignty Series - Beyond National Sovereignty? A Constitution for Europe Wednesday, 30/07/03 5:30 PM
	Second Semester begins Monday, 28/07/03
	Winter Recess ends Sunday, 27/07/03
	ALC Lecture: The New Chinese Empire Monday, 21/07/03 6:30 PM
	Asian Law Centre and the Postgraduate Law Students' Association Seminar - Emerging Opportunities in Malaysia Wednesday, 9/07/03 6:30 PM
June, 2003
	CELRL Sponsors Seminar: Regulating Workplace Bullying Wednesday, 25/06/03 6:00 PM
	APCML Public Lecture Tuesday, 17/06/03 4:00 PM
	ALC Conference - Law and Governance: Socialist Transforming Vietnam Thursday, 12/06/03 8:30 AM
	Queens Birthday Monday, 9/06/03
	First Semester Examinations begins Friday, 6/06/03
	First Semester ends Sunday, 1/06/03
May, 2003
	Melbourne Law School Alumni Cocktail Party in London Thursday, 29/05/03 6:30 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Dispute Resolution, the Bargain and Game Theory Wednesday, 28/05/03 1:00 PM
	IPRIA Public Seminar - Should the Term of Copyright be Reviewed? Wednesday, 21/05/03 6:00 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Policing the Chinese "Political" Wednesday, 14/05/03 1:00 PM
	150th Anniversary Community Weekend Saturday, 10/05/03
	150th Anniversary Ceremony Saturday, 10/05/03
	Women's Law Collective Margaret Thornton Lecture Thursday, 8/05/03 1:00 PM
	LLB Prize Giving Ceremony 2003 Wednesday, 7/05/03 6:00 PM
	ALC Workshop: Cultural Diversity Workshop #2 Tuesday, 6/05/03 11:00 AM
April, 2003
	ALC Workshop: Cultural Diversity Workshop Tuesday, 29/04/03 11:00 AM
	Anzac Day Friday, 25/04/03
	Easter Tuesday Tuesday, 22/04/03
	Easter Monday Monday, 21/04/03
	Easter Sunday Sunday, 20/04/03
	Easter Eve Saturday, 19/04/03
	Good Friday Friday, 18/04/03
	ICIL Public Seminar (in conjunction with the Contemporary Europe Research Centre) - Convergence, Divergence and the Middle Way in Harmonising or Unifying Private Law Tuesday, 15/04/03 1:00 PM
	Women's Law Collective Seminar - Sex, Gender and War in Iraq Tuesday, 15/04/03 6:00 PM
	International Law Firm Presentation - Allen & Overy Monday, 14/04/03 1:00 PM
	International Law Firm Presentation - Lovells Thursday, 10/04/03 1:00 PM
	ICIL Public Lecture - Indigenous Sovereignty Aspirations and Governmental Responses in North America Wednesday, 9/04/03 5:30 PM
	International Law Firm Presentation - Clifford Chance Tuesday, 8/04/03 1:00 PM
	The Rare Books Lecture Series: Buying Law Books in C19th Melbourne Tuesday, 8/04/03 5:30 PM
	Conferring of Degrees Saturday, 5/04/03 3:30 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Islamic Law in Aceh - New Fundamentalism Thursday, 3/04/03 1:00 PM
	CMCL Public Seminar - Defamation and the Internet after Dow Jones v Gutnick Wednesday, 2/04/03 5:45 PM
March, 2003
	Daylight Savings ends Sunday, 30/03/03
	Mediation at Melbourne Law Joint ICIL/International Conflict Resolution Centre event Friday, 28/03/03 9:00 AM
	Linklaters Law Firm Lunchtime Seminar Wednesday, 26/03/03 1:00 PM
	Melbourne Law Alumni Dinner - New York Wednesday, 26/03/03 7:00 PM
	Mediation at Melbourne Law Joint ICIL/International Conflict Resolution Centre event Friday, 21/03/03 9:00 AM
	ICIL Sovereignty Series - Parliamentary Sovereignty Wednesday, 19/03/03 6:00 PM
	ICIL Public Seminar - The Rule of Law and War: the conflict with Iraq Monday, 17/03/03 5:30 PM
	Graduate Induction Session Saturday, 15/03/03 10:00 AM
	CELRL Seminar - Emerging Issues and Questions in Labour and Employment Law Thursday, 13/03/03 12:30 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar - Refugees, Statelessness and the Challenges of Locating Citizenship Wednesday, 12/03/03 1:00 PM
	RHD Orientation Session Tuesday, 11/03/03 10:00 AM
	IPRIA Twilight Seminar - Recent Developments in Trade Mark Law at the European Court of Justice Tuesday, 11/03/03 6:00 PM
	First Semester begins Monday, 3/03/03
February, 2003
	Orientation Period ends Friday, 28/02/03
	Orientation Period begins Wednesday, 26/02/03
	Summer Term ends Sunday, 23/02/03
	ICIL Sovereignty Series - Globalised Terrorism and the Sovereignty of Nations Wednesday, 12/02/03 6:00 PM
	Alumni Reunion Friday, 7/02/03 6:00 PM
January, 2003
	Australia Day Holiday in lieu Monday, 27/01/03
	Welcome Day Friday, 24/01/03
	Summer Term begins Monday, 6/01/03
	New Year's Day Holiday Wednesday, 1/01/03
December, 2002
	University Holiday Tuesday, 31/12/02
	University Holiday Monday, 30/12/02
	University Holiday Friday, 27/12/02
	Boxing Day Holiday Thursday, 26/12/02
	Christmas Day Holiday Wednesday, 25/12/02
	AIHLE Christmas Seminar Thursday, 12/12/02 5:30 PM Seminar
	Annual AACL Conference and Festschrift in honour of Geoffrey Lindell - Dead Hands or Living Tree (and Other Constitutional Conundrums) Sunday, 8/12/02 8:00 AM Festschrift
	Annual AACL Conference and Festschrift in honour of Geoffrey Lindell - Dead Hands or Living Tree (and Other Constitutional Conundrums) Saturday, 7/12/02 8:00 AM Festschrift
	Constitutional Origins, Structure and Change in Federal Democracies - Round table workshop (CCCS event) Friday, 6/12/02 10:00 AM
	Annual AACL Conference and Festschrift in honour of Geoffrey Lindell - Dead Hands or Living Tree (and Other Constitutional Conundrums) Friday, 6/12/02 12:00 PM Festschrift
	Mediation at Melbourne Law Joint ICIL/International Conflict Resolution Centre event Sunday, 1/12/02
	MEDIATING LAW Theory . Production . Culture Andrew Kenyon/Peter Rush Sunday, 1/12/02 The 11th International Conference of the Law and Literature Association of Australia, hosted in conjunction with the Association for the Study of Law, Culture and the Humanities (USA).
November, 2002
	Mediation at Melbourne Law Joint ICIL/International Conflict Resolution Centre event Saturday, 30/11/02
	MEDIATING LAW Theory . Production . Culture Andrew Kenyon/Peter Rush Saturday, 30/11/02 The 11th International Conference of the Law and Literature Association of Australia, hosted in conjunction with the Association for the Study of Law, Culture and the Humanities (USA).
	Mediation at Melbourne Law Joint ICIL/International Conflict Resolution Centre event Friday, 29/11/02
	MEDIATING LAW Theory . Production . Culture Andrew Kenyon/Peter Rush Friday, 29/11/02 The 11th International Conference of the Law and Literature Association of Australia, hosted in conjunction with the Association for the Study of Law, Culture and the Humanities (USA).
	Mediation at Melbourne Law - Registration and Drinks Joint ICIL/International Conflict Resolution Centre event Thursday, 28/11/02 6:00 PM
	IPRIA Public Seminar - Database Protection in a Global Economy: Can and should there be harmonisation? Tuesday, 26/11/02 6:00 PM
	CCCS Twighlight Seminar - Violence Against Children: Time to be seen and heard Wednesday, 20/11/02 6:30 PM
	CCCS Twilight Seminar - War Against Terrorism, National Security and the Constitution Tuesday, 19/11/02 6:00 PM
	Faculty Research Report Launch Monday, 18/11/02 3:30 PM
	APCML Conference: The Rule of Law on Peace Operations Monday, 11/11/02 9:00 AM
	IPRIA public seminar - International IP issues post-DOHA: Geographical indications, access to medicines, biotechnology and other current issues Wednesday, 6/11/02 5:15 PM
	APCML and ICIL Lunch Time Talk - The United States and the International Criminal Court Monday, 4/11/02 12:10 PM
October, 2002
	CCCS Seminar - Constitutional Reform and Public Attitudes to Government: Britain (and Australia) in Comparative Perspective Tuesday, 29/10/02 1:00 PM
	CCCS Seminar - Access to the Courts in Public Interest Cases: A British and European Perspective Thursday, 24/10/02 5:30 PM
	Alumni - 10-Year Reunion Cocktail Party Thursday, 24/10/02 6:00 PM Alumni - 10-Year Reunion Cocktail Party
	ALC Occasional Seminar Series - "Fighting Corruption in Indonesia: An Insider's Perspective" Thursday, 24/10/02 6:00 PM Following the fall of Soeharto in 1998, a key demand of the reformasi movement was the eradication of corruption.
	LSS Mediation Competition Grand Final Wednesday, 23/10/02 6:15 PM
	ILSS Free lunch Tuesday, 22/10/02 1:15 PM
	Inaugural Rare Books Lecture - Revealing Hidden Treasures Thursday, 17/10/02 5:30 PM
	Careers Seminar - What Next? Careers in International Law Wednesday, 16/10/02 1:00 PM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Law and the Ethnic Chinese in Southeast Asia: A Post-Crisis Update. Wednesday, 16/10/02 1:00 PM
	APCML Seminar - From UNTAET to UNMISET: Legal Challenges from a Peacekeeping Force Perspective Monday, 14/10/02 12:00 PM
	Staff-Student Education Forum Monday, 14/10/02 1:00 PM
	Alumni Open Day and Launch of Alumni Lounge Sunday, 13/10/02 2:00 PM
	IPRIA Official Launch Wednesday, 9/10/02 11:30 AM
	Practising Australian Labour Law in the New Economy Friday, 4/10/02 9:30 AM
	ALC Book Launch: Official Launch of the book Friday, 4/10/02 3:15 PM
	LSS Junior Mooting Final Wednesday, 2/10/02 5:30 PM
September, 2002
	The Role of the Attorney General Friday, 27/09/02 1:30 PM Seminar
	Asian Law Online Launch Thursday, 19/09/02 5:00 PM
	Islamic Law and the West: Can Secular Laws and Syariah Co-exist? Thursday, 19/09/02 9:00 AM
	Asian Law Centre & Institute for Comparative & International Law Seminar: “Islam after September 11 – Islamic Law and The West: Can Secular Laws & Syariah Co-Exist?” Thursday, 19/09/02 9:00 AM The ‘war against terror’, military action in Afghanistan and the bombing of the World Trade Centre in New York radically altered the position of Islam in the West.
	Senior Mooting Final Wednesday, 18/09/02 6:00 PM
	APCML Seminar - The Fictitious Latin Roots of de lure Belli ac Pacis. Roman History and Grotius' Laws of War Monday, 16/09/02 12:00 PM
	RHD Information Session Monday, 16/09/02 5:00 PM Information Session
	The Melbourne JD Awards Ceremony Thursday, 12/09/02 3:30 PM
	Eighth Annual Sir Anthony Mason Honorary Lecture Wednesday, 11/09/02 6:30 PM
	ALC Brown Bag Seminar: Globalisation, Regulatory Character and Reform: Understanding Safety Reform Following the Kader Toy Factory Fire in Bangkok, Thailand. Wednesday, 11/09/02 1:00 PM
	ALC Occasional Seminar: Hong Kong: A Tiger Ready to Retire? Wednesday, 11/09/02 6:00 PM
	Sovereignty Series 2002 - Joining the International Mainstream: China's Puzzlement on State Sovereignty Tuesday, 10/09/02 5:30 PM Public Lecture
	Women's Law Collective lunch-time lecture series for 2002 - Where Difference Counts Monday, 9/09/02 1:00 PM
	The Landmark Tobacco Litigation in 2002 - Presentation by the lawyers for the plaintiffs in the tobacco litigation (Slater & Gordon) Thursday, 5/09/02 1:00 PM
	PLSA Drinks and Food For Thought Thursday, 5/09/02 5:30 PM
	The Landmark Tobacco Litigation in 2002 - Video presentation "Beyond the Brief" Wednesday, 4/09/02 1:00 PM
	IPRIA Public Seminar - Computer-Implemented Inventions and Business Method Patents: Recent Developments in Europe and Australia Wednesday, 4/09/02 5:30 PM
August, 2002
	PLSA Drinks and Food For Thought Thursday, 29/08/02 5:30 PM
	LSS 'Meet the Firms': Alternative Careers Cocktail Night Tuesday, 27/08/02 6:30 PM
	Conferring of Degrees Ceremony Saturday, 24/08/02 10:30 AM Conferring of Degrees Ceremony
	PLSA Second Semester Welcome Dinner Friday, 23/08/02 7:00 PM
	Sovereignty Series 2002 - Sovereignty and Human Rights Thursday, 22/08/02 5:30 PM Seminar
	ALC Occasional Seminar: A Secret Process?: Policy, Economy and Reform in Vietnam. Wednesday, 21/08/02 6:00 PM
	Discovery Day Sunday, 18/08/02
	Postgraduate Supervision Skills Workshop Wednesday, 14/08/02 9:00 AM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Land Law Reform Policy in Indonesia Monday, 12/08/02 1:00 PM Seminar
	Saturday Briefing and Research Methodology Seminar Saturday, 10/08/02
	Social Justice Presentation Wednesday, 7/08/02 1:00 PM
	ALC Occasional Seminar: Administrative Justice in China Tuesday, 6/08/02 6:00 PM Seminar
	APCML & ICIL Lunchtime Lecture Friday, 2/08/02 12:30 PM Lecture
	PLSA Drinks and Food For Thought Thursday, 1/08/02 5:30 PM
	Caldwell Lecture - 'Indigenous Peoples, International Law, and Liberal Democracy' Thursday, 1/08/02 6:00 PM Lecture
July, 2002
	Environment Protection in the Age of Globalisation Tuesday, 30/07/02 5:30 PM Lecture
	Caldwell Lecture - 'Indigenous Peoples, International Law, and Liberal Democracy' Tuesday, 30/07/02 6:00 PM Lecture
	ALC Welcome Event: Welcome Reception for Dr Chen Duanhong & Judge Liu Yuenan Tuesday, 30/07/02 5:30 PM
	Semester Two Commences Monday, 29/07/02
	PLSA Drinks and Food For Thought - Human Rights in East Timor Thursday, 25/07/02 5:00 PM
	IPRIA Seminar - Copyright and Freedom of Expression: The Developing Law in Canada, the UK and Australia Tuesday, 23/07/02 6:00 PM Seminar
	PLSA Drinks and Food For Thought - A Rights-Based Approach to the Mining Industry Thursday, 18/07/02 6:00 PM
	International Criminal Court Seminars Monday, 1/07/02 Seminar
June, 2002
	Postgraduate Law Students National Conference 2002 Friday, 28/06/02 9:00 AM
	Kim Rubenstein - Book Launch Tuesday, 18/06/02 5:30 PM Book Launch
	Queen's Birthday Holiday Monday, 10/06/02
	Departmental Meeting Tuesday, 4/06/02 1:00 PM
	Winter Recess Commences Monday, 3/06/02
	Semester One Finishes Sunday, 2/06/02
May, 2002
	ALC: The Origins of the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights Friday, 31/05/02 12:30 PM Seminar
	Postgraduate Law Students Association Drinks Thursday, 30/05/02 5:00 PM
	Intellectual Property Research Institute of Australia (IPRIA) Public Seminar - Recent Developments under the ICANN UDRP: National Court Review of Panel Decisions Wednesday, 29/05/02 6:00 PM Seminar
	ALC Occasional Seminar: Socialist Understandings of Privatisation: The Vietnam Experience Wednesday, 29/05/02 6:00 PM
	Practicing in the Public Interest - A seminar presented by the Public Interest Law Clearing House (PILCH) and The Sir Zelman Cowen Centre for Continuing Legal Education Tuesday, 28/05/02 5:30 PM Seminar
	When Corporate Law & Labour Law Collide: Lessons from the Ansett Administration Thursday, 23/05/02 6:15 PM CELRL & CCLSR
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: China and Religious Freedom Wednesday, 22/05/02 1:00 PM Asian Law Centre 'Brown Bag' Seminar Series
	Regulating Tobacco into the Future: Reflections on law, litigation and public health Thursday, 9/05/02 1:00 PM All Welcome
	2002 LLB Prize Giving Ceremony Wednesday, 8/05/02 6:00 PM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Corporate Governance in Japan Wednesday, 8/05/02 1:00 PM Asian Law Centre
	Official Opening of the New Law Building Thursday, 2/05/02 6:00 PM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Indonesia: Politics Update Wednesday, 1/05/02 1:00 PM Seminar
April, 2002
	Word Intellectual Property Day Drinks Friday, 26/04/02 4:30 PM
	ANZAC Day Holiday Thursday, 25/04/02
	Graduate Diploma Graduation Ceremony Wednesday, 17/04/02 6:00 PM
	MULR - Sponsors Cocktail and Launch of the AGLC Thursday, 11/04/02 6:00 PM
	The Convention Against Torture: from Pinochet to Port Hedland Wednesday, 10/04/02 5:30 PM Public Lecture
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Fatwa: Islamic Law in South-East Asia Wednesday, 10/04/02 1:00 PM Seminar
	Easter Tuesday Tuesday, 2/04/02
	Easter Monday Monday, 1/04/02
March, 2002
	Good Friday Friday, 29/03/02
	Easter Non-Teaching Period Commences Friday, 29/03/02
	Convention Against Torture - Part of a Developing System of International Human Rights Law Thursday, 28/03/02 1:00 PM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Human Rights in the Philippines: Implementing the Rome Statute for the International Criminal Court Wednesday, 27/03/02 1:00 PM Seminar
	Postgraduate Law Students' Association Friday, 22/03/02 1:00 PM Annual General Meeting
	Current Issues in International Arbitration and Construction Law Saturday, 16/03/02 9:00 AM
	Australian Law Librarians' Group Cocktail Party Thursday, 14/03/02 6:00 PM
	Postgraduate Law Students' Association Friday, 8/03/02 7:00 PM
	Intellectual Property and Traditional Knowledge Tuesday, 5/03/02 5:30 PM
	Semester One commences Monday, 4/03/02
	Open Day - New Law School Building Sunday, 3/03/02 3:00 PM Tours of New Law School Building
February, 2002
	Orientation 2002 27 February - 1 March Wednesday, 27/02/02
	The Law of Obligations: Connections & Boundaries Thursday, 21/02/02 This conference will provide a unique forum for the discussion of private law issues, particularly those crossing the traditional categories of contract, tort, equity and restitution. The conference will form part of a series of events to mark the opening
	CELRL Sponsors' Seminar Thursday, 21/02/02 6:15 PM
	Pushing the Envelope: Australian Defence Force Contributions to the Development of International & Operations Law Wednesday, 20/02/02 The changing nature of conflict and resulting military deployments has challenged international law. The Australian Defence Force, through The Defence Legal Service, has had to meet that challenge. This conference, a joint venture between The Defence Lega
January, 2002
	Australia Day Holiday in lieu - University Holiday Monday, 28/01/02
	Welcome Day Friday, 25/01/02
	University Holiday Tuesday, 1/01/02
December, 2001
	University Holiday Monday, 31/12/01
	University Holiday Friday, 28/12/01
	University Holiday Thursday, 27/12/01
	Boxing Day Wednesday, 26/12/01
	Christmas Day Tuesday, 25/12/01
	University Holdiay Monday, 24/12/01
	Freedom of Speech in the Copyright Domain: The "Wind Done Gone" Case and some Australian Comparisons Thursday, 13/12/01 5:30 PM This seminar will provide an opportunity for analysis and discussion of The Wind Done Gone case led by leading American copyright expert, Wendy Gordon, Professor of Law, Boston University.
November, 2001
	INTERNET LAW SEMINAR & BOOK LAUNCH Liability for Linking to Defamatory Material Thursday, 29/11/01 5:30 PM Dr Matthew Collins reported on recent international developments concerning defamation via the Internet. Dr Collins concentrated on one of the hottest emerging issues in the field of Internet law: potential liability for creating hyperlinks to defamatory
	Information for Prospective Graduate Students Saturday, 10/11/01 10:00 AM
	Courts & the Rule of Law Wednesday, 7/11/01 5:30 PM
October, 2001
	The Melbourne JD Information Session Wednesday, 31/10/01 5:15 PM
	Junior Mooting Grand Final Thursday, 25/10/01 7:00 PM
	Grand Finals of the Blake Dawson Waldron Client Interview Competition and Paper and Oral Presentation Competition Tuesday, 23/10/01 7:00 PM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Which Contradiction? Vestiges of Antagonistic Contradictions in China's "Modern" Legal System Wednesday, 17/10/01 1:00 PM Sarah Biddulph, Associate Director (China), ALC, examined the developing legal form of police detention powers in China.
	ALC Australia-Indonesia Legal Fellowship Seminar: A Personal Experience in Combating Corruption: The Indonesian Supreme Court's Wrongful Dissolution of the Joint Investigating Team Against Corruption Wednesday, 17/10/01 5:30 PM The Asian Law Centre presented this seminar on combating corruption in Indonesia, featuring Hamid Chalid, Indonesian Society for Transparency.
	Private International Law in the Real World (or what's it really like?) Tuesday, 16/10/01 1:00 PM Kym Fraser and Guy Boyd, Senior Associates, Clayton Utz, spoke about the reality of private international law.
	The New Takeovers Panel: Key Issues & Developments Tuesday, 16/10/01 5:30 PM This important seminar brought together leading participants in the takeovers market and Justice Kim Santow of the Supreme Court of New South Wales to discuss the Panel and its functions.
	Boundless Plains to Share? Australia's Response to the MV Tampa Asylum Seekers Thursday, 11/10/01 2:00 PM Leading scholars and practitioners explored the legal issues surrounding the Australian Government’s response to the MV Tampa asylum seekers and the implications for the future of Australian refugee policy and practice.
	Junior Mooting Semi-Final Thursday, 11/10/01 7:00 PM
	The Melbourne JD Information Session Wednesday, 10/10/01 5:15 PM
	Junior Mooting Semi-Final Tuesday, 9/10/01 7:00 PM
	UniSummit 2001 Wednesday, 3/10/01 9:00 AM
	Broken Glass - Women, Violence and the Rule of Law Wednesday, 3/10/01 5:30 PM
September, 2001
	The New Takeovers Panel: Key Issues & Developments Wednesday, 26/09/01 5:30 PM This important seminar brought together leading participants in the takeovers market and Justice Kim Santow of the Supreme Court of New South Wales to discuss the Panel and its functions.
	Constitutions & Diverse Communities in the 21st Century Wednesday, 26/09/01 6:00 PM This important and topical issue was addressed by Professor Thomas Fleiner, a leading international authority on comparative administrative and constitutional law.
	Non-teaching period commences Monday, 24/09/01
	ALC: The Legal System & Women's Rights in Indonesia Thursday, 20/09/01 4:30 PM Leading Indonesian lawyer, Nursyahbani Katjasungkana, spoke on "The Legal System & Women's Rights in Indonesia".
	ALC Occasional Seminar: Reorienting TRIPS: Intellectual Property Law in North Asia Thursday, 20/09/01 6:00 PM Former Australian diplomat and WIPO official, Tony Taubman, spoke on "Reorienting TRIPS: Intellectual Property Law in North Asia".
	SIR ANTHONY MASON LECTURE Chief Justice Michael Black Wednesday, 19/09/01 6:30 PM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar': Adat, National Land & Forestry Laws Wednesday, 19/09/01 1:00 PM Budi Dharmono spoke on Adat, National Land & Forestry Laws in the Asian Law Centre's "Brown Bag" Seminar Series.
	Toward a Common Standard of Achievement? Developments in International Equality Law Tuesday, 18/09/01 5:30 PM Titia Loenen, Professor of Womens Legal Studies, Utrecht University, Netherlands, presented this twilight seminar. In this seminar Proessor Loenen showed an 'acquis internationale' or common standard of achievement is emerging in international equality la
	Administrative Law in the Real World (or What's it really Like?) Wednesday, 12/09/01 1:00 PM Ms Fiona McKenzie, Senior Associate at Blake Dawson Waldron, Secretary of the Australian Institute of Administrative Law (Victorian Chapter), and passionate administrative lawyer, spoke about her experiences in practice.
	The Melbourne JD Trimester 3 commences Monday, 10/09/01
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Legal Aspects of OTC Deriviatives in Korea: Reducing Legal Uncertainty by Legislative Reform Wednesday, 5/09/01 1:00 PM PhD candidate Sunseop Jung presented this ALC "Brown Bag" seminar.
	ALC: The International Monetary Fund: Its Roles in the Asia Pacific Wednesday, 5/09/01 6:00 PM Mr William E Holder, Deputy General Counsel, International Monetary Fund, commented on the features and functions of the IMF in a changing world; the relationship of the IMF to the Asia Pacific region, including the events and impacts of the Asian financi
August, 2001
	Law Institute of Victoria's Young Lawyers Careers Roadshow 2001 Wednesday, 29/08/01
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Traditional Customary Law & Article 33 of the Constitution: Who owns minerals in Indonesia? Wednesday, 29/08/01 1:00 PM Ryad Chairil presented the third of the Asian Law Centre Brown Bag Seminar series on Wednesday 29 August. Ryad spoke about "Traditional Customary Law and Article 33 of the Constitution: Who owns Minerals in Indonesia?" These are key issues as decentralisa
	Senior Mooting Grand Final 2001 Tuesday, 28/08/01 6:30 PM
	Intellectual Property Guidelines for Postgraduate Students & their Supervisors Thursday, 23/08/01 3:00 PM An information session conducted by the University's Research Innovation and Development Group, which covered: the rights of students; the responsibilities of supervisors; and the processes put in place by the University to deal with issues related to stu
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Further Perspectives on Comparative Law Wednesday, 22/08/01 1:00 PM In the second of the Asian Law Centre's "Brown Bag" Seminar Series, Sean Cooney spoke on "Further Perspectives on Comparative Law".
	Advanced ADR Workshop Tuesday, 21/08/01 8:30 AM The Advanced ADR Workshop is for those who already have an understanding of principled negotiation and ADR through completion of the ADR Workshop or another workshop focusing on principled negotiation.
	Discovery Day 2001 Sunday, 19/08/01 10:00 AM Discovery Day provides students, parents and teachers with the opportunity to get a feel for the University of Melbourne. Ask questions, discuss options, gather information, view displays, watch demonstrations, listen to lectures, view art exhibitions an
	BAILEY MEMORIAL LECTURE: Balancing National Regulatory Sovereignty with the Discipline of Free Trade Wednesday, 15/08/01 6:00 PM The Sir Kenneth Bailey Memorial Lecture featured Professor Joseph Weiler, European Union Jean Monnet Professor of Law at New York University School of Law.
	ADR Workshop Tuesday, 14/08/01 8:30 AM A four-day Certificate workshop offering the opportunity to understand principled negotiation, mediation and other Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, to improve negotiation skills, and to learn how to apply those skills as a mediator, helping
	A Constitution for Europe? Tuesday, 14/08/01 5:30 PM This roundtable discussion featured Professor Joseph Weiler, European Union Jean Monnet Professor of Law, New York University. The discussion occurs at a time of renewed debate across the length and depth of the European Union and of the relevance of a co
	Market Misconduct & the Financial Services Reform Bill Tuesday, 14/08/01 5:30 PM The Financial Services Reform Bill has been widely recognised for its impact upon all aspects of a financial service provider's business, including marketing and distribution of products and the servicing and maintaining of customers. However, for the fir
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Roots and Routes: Comparative Law in a Post-modern World Wednesday, 8/08/01 1:00 PM Asian Law Centre's first "Brown Bag" seminar features Pip Nicholson speaking on "Roots and Routes: Comparative Law in a Post-modern World".
July, 2001
	Semester Two 30 July commences Monday, 30/07/01
	Winter Recess ends Sunday, 29/07/01
	Constitutional Writs: New Wine or Just a New Bottle? Thursday, 26/07/01 5:30 PM
	Market Misconduct & the Financial Services Reform Bill Wednesday, 25/07/01 5:30 PM The Financial Services Reform Bill has been widely recognised for its impact upon all aspects of a financial service provider's business, including marketing and distribution of products and the servicing and maintaining of customers. However, for the fir
	Dual Listed Companies: Structure & Legal Issues Wednesday, 18/07/01 5:30 PM This important seminar brought together leading speakers who have been involved in dual listing transactions.
	The Rule of Law & the Reach of Accountability Thursday, 5/07/01 6:00 PM Justice Louise Arbour, Supreme Court of Canada presents the fourth lecture in the Rule of Law Lecture Series. Justice Arbour is a leading figure in law, both in Canada and on the international stage. She served as prosecutor for the International Criminal
	Intellectual Property in the Knowledge Economy Tuesday, 3/07/01 6:00 PM The central role of intellectual property rights in the new global economy poses fundamental challenges for the future development of intellectual property laws. Dr Francis Gurry, Assistant Director General, WIPO, outlined the current challenges, explaine
	Law Reform in Developing & Transitional Economies Monday, 2/07/01 Co-organised by the Asian Law Centre, University of Melbourne; Asian Law Center, University of Washington and various Mongolian institutions.
June, 2001
	The Melbourne JD Prize Giving Ceremony Wednesday, 20/06/01 6:00 PM
	Deliberative Institutions Monday, 18/06/01 6:00 PM
	Marking the Constitutional Centenary: An Agenda for Reform Friday, 15/06/01 9:30 AM The Constitutional Centenary provided a unique occasion for Australians to consider current constitutional issues as well as the future development of our system of government. This important conference focused on contemporary political challenges to and
	Beyond repair yet still in operation: The Death Penalty in the United States Tuesday, 12/06/01 1:00 PM Professor Susan Karamanian, George Washington University, spoke on what she perceives as the flaws in the procedural and structural problems in the implementation of the death penalty, drawing from her own experiences from the Patrick Rogers case in 1997.
	Queen's Birthday - University Holiday Monday, 11/06/01
	Winter Recess commences Monday, 4/06/01
May, 2001
	A Critical Analysis of the Customary Land Rights of the Natives of Sarawak Thursday, 31/05/01 1:00 PM This PLSA work-in-progress seminar was given by Joseph Eng.
	Solferino Lecture & Dinner - Overcoming Impunity? Not so Fast Tuesday, 29/05/01 6:30 PM The Solferino Lecture was presented by Professor Steven Ratner, Albert Sidney Burleson Professor in Law, University of Texas and Senior Fellow International at the Melbourne Law School.
	WIPO Regional Consultation Thursday, 24/05/01 9:00 AM A regional consultation organised by the World Intellectual Property Organization to discuss the issues in the Second WIPO Process.
	ADR Workshop Tuesday, 22/05/01 8:30 AM A four-day Certificate workshop offering the opportunity to understand principled negotiation, mediation and other Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, to improve negotiation skills, and to learn how to apply those skills as a mediator, helping
	Madrid Protocol Information Workshops Tuesday, 22/05/01 9:00 AM
	Madrid Protocol Information Session Monday, 21/05/01 2:00 PM
	Inaugural VicHealth Legal Issues in Public Health Challenge Thursday, 17/05/01 5:30 PM This intervarsity moot between Melbourne Law School and Monash Law School addressed the issue: Are tobacco companies criminally liable for the harm their products cause? The presiding judges were The Honourable Mr Justice John Phillips AC, Chief Justice,
	ADR Workshop Tuesday, 15/05/01 8:30 AM A four-day Certificate workshop offering the opportunity to understand principled negotiation, mediation and other Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, to improve negotiation skills, and to learn how to apply those skills as a mediator, helping
	The Melbourne JD Trimester Two commences Monday, 14/05/01
	Bachelor of Laws Annual Prize Giving Ceremony Wednesday, 9/05/01 6:00 PM
	ADR Workshop Tuesday, 8/05/01 8:30 AM A four-day Certificate workshop offering the opportunity to understand principled negotiation, mediation and other Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, to improve negotiation skills, and to learn how to apply those skills as a mediator, helping
	The Very Uncertain Prospect of Global Convergence in Corporate Governance Thursday, 3/05/01 4:15 PM
	International Law Interest Group Meeting Wednesday, 2/05/01 1:00 PM
	The Criminal Justice System in the United States: A Paradox Tuesday, 1/05/01 5:30 PM Professor Paul Marcus of the College of William and Mary, Virginia spoke about the US criminal justice system.
April, 2001
	Postgraduate Law Students Association Welcome Dinner Friday, 27/04/01 7:00 PM
	The Rise and Fall of Anti-Corruption Agencies in Indonesia Thursday, 26/04/01 5:00 PM Mr Ibrahim Assegaf, a prominent Indonesian lawyer and anti-corruption campaigner, gave a broad overview of the anti-corruption mechanisms in Indonesia, a critique of their shortcomings and proposals for reform.
	ANZAC Day - University Holiday Wednesday, 25/04/01
	Easter Tuesday Tuesday, 17/04/01
	Easter Monday Monday, 16/04/01
	Good Friday Friday, 13/04/01
	Easter Non-teaching Period commences Friday, 13/04/01
	The Limits of the Rule of Law Tuesday, 10/04/01 5:30 PM
	Contesting Native Title: Perspectives from Malaysia and Australia Wednesday, 4/04/01 5:30 PM Professor MB Hooker, ANU, and Ms Maureen Tehan, Faculty of Law, The University of Melbourne, spoke on the current issues in native title law and politics in Malaysia and Australia.
	Outsiders on the inside: Different guys, new voices and making of the Australian judiciary Wednesday, 4/04/01 8:00 PM The Honourable Justice Susan Kenny spoke on the infusion of ethnicity (and other traditionally under-represented groups) into the legal profession. This lecture was presented by St Hilda's College as the 2001 Marjorie Smart Memorial Lecture.
	ALC: Rule of Law Post-Soeharto Wednesday, 4/04/01 4:30 PM
March, 2001
	Postgraduate Law Students Association AGM Wednesday, 28/03/01 1:00 PM
	The Exclusive Right to their Writings: Compensation vs Control in the Digital Age Thursday, 22/03/01 6:00 PM
	Grudge Match 2001 - Melbourne vs Monash Debate Wednesday, 21/03/01 1:00 PM The University of Melbourne took on the best from Monash University, the reigning champions, to debate "That all's fair in love and war".
	Queer Law Get Together Wednesday, 21/03/01 6:30 PM
	Annual LSS Womens Breakfast 2001 Tuesday, 20/03/01 7:00 AM
	Key Developments in Corporate Law & Equity Friday, 16/03/01 8:45 AM A conference and dinner held to celebrate the work of Emeritus Professor Harold Ford, former Dean of the Melbourne Law School.
	Welcome Morning Tea Thursday, 15/03/01 10:30 AM
	Equal Opportunity Committee Meeting Tuesday, 13/03/01 1:10 PM
	Melbourne University Law School Foundation Board of Management Meeting Wednesday, 7/03/01 6:00 PM
	Semester One commences Monday, 5/03/01
February, 2001
	Orientation 2001 28 February - 2 March Wednesday, 28/02/01 10:00 AM
	The Melbourne JD Information Session Tuesday, 13/02/01 5:15 PM
	Contracting in the Film & Entertainment Industry: Some US-Australian Comparisons Monday, 5/02/01 6:00 PM Professor Victor Goldberg, Columbia University; Jonathan Gill, Special Counsel, Francis Abourisz Lightowlers; and Andrew Kenyon, Faculty of Law, University of Melbourne spoke on US and Australian comparisons for contracts in the film and entertainment ind
	Exhibition Moot Friday, 2/02/01 5:15 PM
	Remarks on Judicial Independence: The Situation of the US Federal Jurisdiction Thursday, 1/02/01 5:30 PM
January, 2001
	Australia Day - University Holiday Friday, 26/01/01
	Postgraduate Law Students Association Welcoming Drinks Wednesday, 24/01/01 5:00 PM
	Welcome Day Friday, 19/01/01 10:00 AM
	The Melbourne JD Trimester One commences Monday, 15/01/01
	The Melbourne JD Trimester 1 commences Sunday, 14/01/01
	Summer Term commences Monday, 8/01/01
	Applying for Articles Workshop 2001 Thursday, 4/01/01 5:30 PM
December, 2000
	Trade and Cooperation with the European Union in the New Millennium Thursday, 14/12/00
	Course Information Day Tuesday, 12/12/00 9:00 AM
	VCE & Beyond: Seminar for Parents Tuesday, 5/12/00
November, 2000
	Valedictory Cocktail Party 2000 Thursday, 30/11/00 8:00 PM
	Advanced ADR Workshop Tuesday, 21/11/00 8:30 AM The Advanced ADR Workshop is for those who already have an understanding of principled negotiation and ADR through completion of the ADR Workshop or another workshop focusing on principled negotiation.
	Book Launch - Individual, Community, Nation: 50 Years of Australian Citizenship Thursday, 16/11/00 6:00 PM
	ADR Workshop Tuesday, 14/11/00 8:30 AM A four-day Certificate workshop offering the opportunity to understand principled negotiation, mediation and other Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, to improve negotiation skills, and to learn how to apply those skills as a mediator, helping
	Briefing on Copyright Amendment (Digital Agenda) Act 2000 Tuesday, 14/11/00 5:45 PM This seminar familiarised attendees with the Copyright Amendment (Digital Agenda) Act 2000 (Cth), which was passed in August, and contained the most extensive changes to copyright law since the introduction of the current Copyright Act 1968 (Cth).
	Directors' Duties: Recent Developments & their Implications for Directors & Advisers Wednesday, 8/11/00 5:30 PM
	The Justice of the Common Law: Judges, Democracy and the Limits of the Rule of Law Wednesday, 8/11/00 5:30 PM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Law & Political Crisis in Indonesia: The Problem of Human Rights Wednesday, 8/11/00 12:30 PM Dr Todung Mulya Lubis, former chair, Indonesia Legal Aid Foundation, presented a seminar on the problem of human rights in Indonesia during the political crisis. Dr Lubis is a prominent Indonesian human rights lawyer. He was a key figure in the monitoring
	ADR Workshop Tuesday, 7/11/00 8:30 AM A four-day Certificate workshop offering the opportunity to understand principled negotiation, mediation and other Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, to improve negotiation skills, and to learn how to apply those skills as a mediator, helping
	The Future of Corporate Regulation: Hughes & Wakim & the Referral of Powers Friday, 3/11/00 1:00 PM
	Semester 2, 2000 Exam Period commences Thursday, 2/11/00
	Melbourne University Law School Foundation Board of Management and AGM Meeting Thursday, 2/11/00 6:00 PM
October, 2000
	European Patent Reforms: A 2000 plus update Thursday, 26/10/00 6:30 PM Co-hosted by the Law School and IPANZ (Intellectual Property Society of Australia & New Zealand), this seminar featured Professor Gerald Dworkin, Professor Emeritus, King's College, University of London, and Chairman of the British Literary and Artistic C
	Asian Law Centre 15th Anniversary Dinner Thursday, 26/10/00 7:15 PM
	E-Commerce & Financial Services Monday, 16/10/00 4:00 PM
	Senior Witness Examination Competition Tuesday, 10/10/00 5:30 PM
	The Sixth Annual Sir Anthony Mason Honorary Lecture Tuesday, 10/10/00 6:15 PM
	Undergraduate Course Information Session on Globalisation and the Law Thursday, 5/10/00 1:00 PM
	Undergraduate Course Information Session Wednesday, 4/10/00 1:00 PM
	Undergraduate Course Information Session Tuesday, 3/10/00 1:00 PM
September, 2000
	UniSummit 2000 Wednesday, 27/09/00 9:00 AM
	Bridges to Asia Corporate Dinner Wednesday, 20/09/00 6:30 PM
	Melbourne JD Networking Reception Wednesday, 13/09/00 5:00 PM
	test event Wednesday, 6/09/00 12:00 AM This is a test only
August, 2000
	Discovery Day Sunday, 20/08/00 9:00 AM
	ALC 'Brown Bag' Seminar: Comparative Law stubs its toe on Indonesian Legal Reform: A Fairytale for International Donors of all Ethnocentricities Friday, 11/08/00 12:30 PM
	Staying Autonomous in the EU: The Dilemma for Nation States Thursday, 3/08/00 1:00 PM
	The True Nature of a Constitution: A New (and Provocative) Approach Thursday, 3/08/00 5:30 PM In 1999, Professor Terence Daintith (with Alan Page), published The Executive in the Constitution: Structure, Autonomy, Indirect Control (Oxford University Press). In this work, Professors Daintith and Page offered a new approach to constitutional anal
	Concepts in Conflict: Lawyers, Economists & Petroleum Tax Creditability Wednesday, 2/08/00 5:30 PM
July, 2000
	The Different Approaches by State Governments to the Settlement of Native Title Issues: A Review of Diverse Circumstances, Policies, Practices & Outcomes Thursday, 20/07/00 4:00 PM The Hon. Rob Hulls MLA, Attorney-General for Victoria, and Minister responsible for Native Title, spoke on Victorian Government policy and plans. The Hon. Fred Chaney AO, Deputy President of the National Native Title Tribunal, reviewed the diverse situati
	Southey Memorial Lecture - Jerusalem: Past, Present & Future Thursday, 20/07/00 5:30 PM
	ADR Workshop Tuesday, 18/07/00 8:30 AM A four-day Certificate workshop offering the opportunity to understand principled negotiation, mediation and other Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, to improve negotiation skills, and to learn how to apply those skills as a mediator, helping
	ADR Workshop Tuesday, 11/07/00 8:30 AM A four-day Certificate workshop offering the opportunity to understand principled negotiation, mediation and other Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, to improve negotiation skills, and to learn how to apply those skills as a mediator, helping
	US Policy on Armed Humanitarian Intervention Friday, 7/07/00 11:30 AM Since the end of the Cold War, the United States (and its Western allies) has increasingly used force in so-called "humanitarian interventions". Dr Arnold Kanter discussed the difficulties in formulating coherent policy in this area and suggested guidelin
	Insider Trading: Recent Developments & Practical Issues for Market Participants Tuesday, 4/07/00 5:30 PM Australia’s insider trading laws are controversial because of their wide ambit and uncertain application. Several recent court judgments have accentuated this uncertainty. This important seminar brought together leading speakers to explore recent developm
June, 2000
	Round Table Discussion with The Honourable Arthur Chaskalson SC Wednesday, 28/06/00 5:30 PM
	Resolving Cross: Strait Relations between China and Taiwan Friday, 23/06/00 12:30 PM
	Hughes & Wakim: The Challenges for Corporate Regulation Thursday, 22/06/00 5:30 PM This important seminar brought together leading commentators and participants affected by the High Court decisions in Huges & Wakim.
	The Constitutional Setting for Administrative Law in South Africa Monday, 19/06/00 1:00 PM Speaker was Professor Hugh Corder who has been Professor of Public Law at the University of Cape Town since 1987.
May, 2000
	Freedom of the Media: Constitution and Courts Monday, 22/05/00 6:30 PM
	Undergraduate Studies Annual Prize Giving Ceremony Wednesday, 10/05/00 5:50 PM
	The Role of the Judge in Germany Tuesday, 2/05/00 6:00 PM
March, 2000
	CLERP & Fundraising Thursday, 30/03/00 5:30 PM
	Undergraduate Studies - Exchange Information Session Tuesday, 28/03/00 1:00 PM
	Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition Team Exhibition Moot Thursday, 23/03/00 6:15 PM
	Mature Age Law Students Reception Wednesday, 22/03/00 6:00 PM
	Undergraduate Studies Parent Orientation Program Sunday, 19/03/00 1:00 PM
	Scholarship Winners, International and Exchange Students Welcome Wednesday, 15/03/00 10:30 AM
	A Colloquim: Comparative Japanese & Australian Law Tuesday, 14/03/00
	CLERP & Takeovers Thursday, 9/03/00 5:30 PM
	Cybersquatting: Internet Domain Name Disputes, the WIPO/ICANN Resolution Procedure and the Emerging Law Thursday, 9/03/00 6:00 PM Cybersquatting is bad-faith registration and use of a domain name that is identical with or confusingly similar to a trade mark or service mark held by another person. What is the ICANN policy on cybersquatting? How does the WIPO dispute resolution proced
February, 2000
	Orientation Wednesday, 23/02/00 10:00 AM
	Welcome Day Monday, 21/02/00 9:00 AM
	Advanced ADR Workshop Monday, 14/02/00 8:30 AM The Advanced ADR Workshop is for those who already have an understanding of principled negotiation and ADR through completion of the ADR Workshop or another workshop focusing on principled negotiation.
	ADR Workshop Tuesday, 8/02/00 9:00 AM A four-day Certificate workshop offering the opportunity to understand principled negotiation, mediation and other Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, to improve negotiation skills, and to learn how to apply those skills as a mediator, helping
	Jessup International Law Moot Competition Team Exhibition Thursday, 3/02/00 6:30 PM

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