In her new book, Dr Jane Kotzmann explores how the law can make higher education fairer.
DLS graduate and legal entrepreneur wins ‘Sole Practitioner of the Year’ at prestigious law awards
‘There is never a dull moment in criminal law. The stakes are very high and the responsibility...
Kickstart a rewarding career move by joining us at our Postgraduate and Honours Study Expo.
By taking his Deakin studies to London, James Royce discovers fresh inspiration and world of...
DLSS Geelong welcomes the Honourable Michael Kirby AC CMG.
DLS graduate Phoebe Blank raises ‘bail money’ in support of youths at risk.
We must develop a unified approach to the national airspace with drones in mind.
Flexibility and international learning highlight Emma Dixon’s study journey.
Sold-out event launches Deakin Law Students’ Society new portfolio.
Winner of Victoria’s Regional Lawyer of the Year Award, Deakin alumnus Tom Burgoyne is now a...
DLS together with ANZOC invite you to a lecture by The Honourable Justice Paul Coghlan.
Geelong law students team with local lawyers for innovative solutions.
Deakin law students fight for mercy for NT man sentenced for murder.
Deakin Law Clinic provides students with invaluable, real-world legal experience.
We are seeking applicants to participate in our PhD program.
Deakin law students visit the Supreme Court of Victoria.
Deakin’s Elite Athlete Program provides study support for Tom Hunt as he prepares for Olympic...
DLS academic Dr Vicki Huang's study tests Australian trade mark regulations.
Law students Erin Ritchie and Georgia Di Salle take their negotiation and mediation skills to...
Deakin students take a legal-eyed view of Shanghai and Beijing.
An international pilot competition sees Deakin Law students showcase their corporate negotiation...
US Supreme Court’s Cellphone Privacy Ruling is a Call to Action.
Practical placement in the UK provides hands-on experience across a vast range of cases.
We're happy to invite you for the launch of Dr Jane Kotzmann’s book.
FIFA World Cup to provide a catalyst for Russia to come out of the cold.
An international pilot competition sees Deakin law students take their negotiation skills to China.
Leading law school academic discuss law alumni diaspora.
CEO of Australian Energy Regulator discusses 21st century challenges with Deakin students.
United States border policy is a violation of child rights.
Australia needs to boost its gas production, and in particular, accelerate onshore...
Why could participation of Chinese telecoms in Australia’s 5G network be a problem?
Unprecedented crowd turnout confirms clear demand for immediate US expat tax reform.
Deakin Law students gear up for their legal placements.
President Trump has boosted arms sales to unprecedented levels.
DLS student takes out top student accolade at Victorian Legal Awards.
DLS demonstrates its strength in health law research.
Misconduct exposed by the banking Royal Commission is the tip of the iceberg.
Flexible study and international experience provides a strong foundation for Andrea Anastasi’s...
Can Trump bully his way to bring Assad down?
A state-of-the-art, sustainable new building will be the home for Deakin Law School in 2020.
Australia’s fuel stockpile is perilously low, and it may be too late for a refill.
Linking EU funds to 'rule of law' is innovative - but vague.
For Europe, the Iran nuclear deal is all about trade.
Global experience and practical work placements play a key role in career success.
Join us for this year's annual careers dinner.
A former research scientist, Dr Ming Kalanon makes the move to law.
There is still no US Ambassador to Australia, but it is neither an insult nor a concern.
Take an inside view into Australia's parole process.
International panel explores the challenges of corporate sustainability.
Deakin coalition examines threats to law and order on the Indian Ocean.
What does it mean for Australian Facebook users?
Russian cyber attack should be met by counter-strikes.
Nick Blayney has forged a successful law career in the arena of workplace injuries.
Trump's 'big price' for Syria will illustrate failure of UN and international law.
Tech companies are competing to bring internet to areas without access in the developing world.
The public has a vital role to play in preventing future cyber attacks.
Improving information sharing in sensitive fact-finding cases and encourage institutional change.
Deakin is one of only five universities in the world that has participated in each year of the...
Law student Erin Ritchie embraces diverse roles and global experiences.
Professor Sandeep Gopalan portrays the existing impact of fake news.
Interpreting tax legislation on the basis of the principle of legality.
Attacks by Houthi rebels breach international law and risk war.
The dilemma with self-driving cars.
Calls to raise the super access age beyond 60 are not likely to return economic or social benefits.
The US has charged and sanctioned nine Iranians and an Iranian company for cyber attacks.
Researchers are calling for international legal recognition of animal rights or welfare.
First-year law/commerce student Enza Cassetta takes out top prize in Deakin’s SDG competition.
There are calls for strong action, including criminal prosecution, following a fatal accident...
A peace deal with the Taliban would be pure folly.
Deakin Law School in conjunction with the 'Statutes and Governance Project' invite you to a...
QS World University Rankings bump law at Deakin into the top 100.
Russia's support for Iran's proxy war in Yemen is further proof it's enemy No. 1.
Why isn’t the Environment Protection Biodiversity Conservation Act working?
DLS taking part in the 25th VIS Moot in its 25th year.
‘Our job is to make the path easier for the next woman.’
Hazing is unacceptable, but criminalising it may cause more problems than it solves.
‘Boards can no longer continue to operate, quite lawfully, on trying to maximise profit but...
Tell us how you could achieve your Sustainable Development Goals and win a $200 VISA gift card.
Who is responsible for monitoring Adani?
Professor Mervyn King SC has been a tireless campaigner in the global push for companies to...
Are wrongs lawfully committed good corporate citizenry?
"Next of kin should have the final say in what happens to their deceased loved ones’ organs"
The ubiquitous emoji are proving a minefield for law reform.
You are invited to this public seminar on investing for sustainability.
What will change after the same sex marriage vote and what’s to come?
The federal government is seeking to introduce sweeping new laws that would outlaw foreign...
Emojis can be taken very seriously in the context of the law.
Legal language used in reporting wartime controversies is often counterproductive in...
A donor conception register will be established in South Australia following a major review.
The legal system is, arguably, stuck in a different era.
Dr Neera Bhatia hopes the landmark legislation helps us to talk more about death.
You are invited to a seminar led by world renowned research scholar Dr Herb Lin.
DLS staff, students and alumni take to ‘the Tan’ for the popular annual legal charity event.
Does Australia need a new family violence offence?
DLS welcomes Zoë Robinson to deliver a seminar for all our law students.
Professor Mervyn King SC will deliver the 2018 Law Oration.
DLS strengthens international ties with the University of Leeds School of Law in the UK.
DLS academics deliver sound arguments on women in the law and legal education.
An initiative to offer free legal assistance to patients of The Royal Women's Hospital.
Cloud-based learning is the ideal way to juggle a law degree around full-time work.
The council has recommended increasing the judicial monitoring of family violence offenders.
Dr Neera Bhatia expects Victoria’s assisted dying debate to be an ongoing one.
The deal contains no specific provision regarding domestic pricing.
Professor Samantha Hepburn contributes to an important panel exploring the legal parameters.
Professor Samantha Hepburn addresses the Japan-Australia Dialogue on Energy Policy and Regulation.
A conference to learn from the recent terrorist attacks to build a more secure society.
Deakin Law School and the Centre on the Legal Profession present Diversity in Law.
Understanding the legal ramifications for your future start-up business.
DLS strengthens international ties with Bucerius Law School (Hamburg).
Professor Jenni Lightowlers' story and vision for DLS as the new Dean of Law.
‘No matter how much you think you may know, there is always something new.'
The Hackathon was a first for Harwood Andrews.
DLS welcomes student registrations for its new clinics.
The government has confirmed its plan for 40% renewable energy by 2025.
Understanding the construction of the world’s largest solar thermal plant.
DLS invites you to the inauguration of the ICA Moot Competition.
One of the more popular VCE subjects is legal studies, and it’s easy to see why.
Real-world learning for law students at the regional Court of Appeal.
2017 Deakin Law School FinTech Conference.
Is it too dangerous to talk about diversity?
Dr M. Ehteshamul (Tanim) Bari has investigated the way states of emergency have been approached...
‘Deakin is an amazing family and I have never felt out of place.’
Sajda was looking for an academic experience that also incorporated global learning.
DLS PhD student takes top spot in 3MT competition.
DLS students are invited to enter the 2017 CIArb Australia Essay Competition.
Energy law expert Prof. Samantha Hepburn comments on Finkel Report.
Marko Milanovic lectures on courting failure and its credibility
In a first for DLS, five teams of law students go head-to-head with some of Australasia’s best.
Learn more about the Deakin JD by joining our September info session
Three factors from the Charlie Gard case that could influence future cases around the world.
Deakin Law School welcomes former High Court Justice, Hon. Michael Kirby
Joshua Lim's first hand student experience at Deakin Law School
Justice Maxwell to deliver a guest lecture at DLS.
Legal consequences of transfer pricing as outlined by DLS academic Dr Amir Pichhadze
The 2017 Deakin Law School conference delivers contemporary and cutting-edge insight.
The book is aimed at preventing the undue intrusion on fundamental human rights
Would this be a crime in Australia?
"I love the challenge of law".
‘I wanted to be a part of a profession that is elemental in shaping people’s lives.’
'Money should never be the guiding principle for choosing a career.’
"There is no clear, consistent definition of modern slavery".
Deakin law students gain an insider-view into the challenges of energy regulation
"Coal mining is not economically viable within the constraints of a global carbon budget".
Contemporary duties for directors in Asia.
Professor Mervyn King explores integrated reporting and sustainability at CCCG breakfast seminar.
Jordan Eitler receives the distinguished Order of Australia Association Foundation Scholarship
Deakin Law School and the Centre on the Legal Profession presents the 2017 Law Conference
Promoting cultural diversity in the law.
We're pleased to present the Honorable Justice Dhanajaya Chandrachud of India's Supreme Court.
The right move to secure domestic gas supply in Australia.
"These results reflect the hard work, diligence, and exceptional skills of the students".
Deakin Law School opens its doors to the public to witness its ground-breaking law clinics
DLS student wins the prestigious Supreme Court Prize.
A 2-day intensive workshop which assists students transfer from school to practice.
"I’ve become part of a family of brilliant scholars and a diverse group of students".
Latest rankings for DLS
Clarissa Rayward explores the growing trend of online marketing for lawyers.
Centre for Comparative Corporate Governance Breakfast Seminar with Professor Mervyn King
DLS students, Nicholas D’Amore and Daniel Ashby, take on ELSA.
Phoebe Blank enjoys meeting people, finding solutions and providing support.
‘Our future lies in the Indian Ocean.’
Professor Jörn Axel Kämmerer explores Britain’s EU exodus.
"Law is the only thing I seriously considered as a career."
We are pleased to invite you to a seminar led by Clarissa Rayward
Dr Benjamin Hayward discusses conflict of laws and international commercial arbitration
"Manoeuvre your career to the direction that gives you the best job satisfaction".
"Professor Hepburn uses the historical development of equity and trusts in the correct manner".
"Start as a follower, always be humble, learn from others, especially their mistakes".
Deakin’s Juris Doctor program allows Anna Wakelin to study when it suits her.
"To teach and develop courses which are closely aligned to my research is really fulfilling".
Dr. Hayward’s research interests focus on private international law and more.
We are pleased to invite you to a seminar led by Professor Axel Kämmerer.
Take one of our Law Clinic units.
Deakin's Senior Lecturer in Law, Dr Neera Bhatia, discusses the ethics of cryonics.
Globalisation has brought a greater focus onto issues of international law and regulation.
DLS Alumni would like to invite you to the last networking event for the year.
Corporate Social Responsibility and its Impacts on Corporate Governance.
Here is your chance to see experienced advocates at work.
We are pleased to invite you to a seminar led by Michael Bray.
Deakin’s Master of Accounting and Law provides inter-disciplinary competencies.
Are you looking for high level legal knowledge and skills?
"The clinics offer hands-on, practical legal experience for our students."
Are you interested in solving complex business issues and providing multi-disciplinary solutions?
DLS was honoured by a second visit by the Sri Lankan judiciary.
Further study and practical skills to stand out from the crowd!
Kylea Campana was looking for a degree that would enhance her knowledge of the law.
Deakin Law School news bites.
"A law degree is a very valuable asset, regardless of your career path."
You're invite you to celebrate the launch of the IPA-Deakin SME Research Centre.
"The emphasis is on learning how to effectively manage the inevitable imbalances of working."
"My Deakin degrees in commerce and law gave me the perfect launching pad."
DLS presents the Hon. Mrs Justice Andrews of the Queens Bench, High Court of Justice of England.
"Law teaches you to speak, to read, to write and research."
"I actually really enjoy untangling the complex messes that you’re often faced with."
"It’s important to understand one’s personality and limitations when trying to accomplish tasks."
"It was an incredible learning experience which eventually led me to the role I’m in today."
"The clinics offer hands-on, practical legal experience for our students."
"Deakin Law School is engaged with a broad understanding of globalisation."
By Professor Mirko Bagaric
"It won’t always be clear which country’s law will govern the dispute."
"Wellbeing is connected with work-satisfaction."
Join us for a forum focusing on the Chinese approach and international experience.
Join us for this insightful event.
Professor De Koker says more should be done to protect those who are caught in these situations.
DLS senior lecturer Dr Neera Bhatia discusses her latest journal article.
Clerkship season is here!
Applications are open now.
Register your attendance today!
DLS students experience life inside the court of appeal
Join us for an evening of celebrations in Europe.
"I just loved the opportunity to help people and that’s when I decided I wanted to be a lawyer."
Recent developments and future challenges for the EU.
By Professor Mirko Bagaric
"Law is a very versatile degree as it creates a plethora of career opportunities."
A special alumni professional development event.
Could you summarise three years’ work in less than three minutes?
By Professor Mirko Bagaric
"I was always attracted to cross-border international aspects of commercial law."
"Our initiatives will benefit staff at both schools and the University community more broadly."
Join us in celebrating our high-achieving students!
Deakin Law School news bites.
'The greatest skill I learnt from the Vis Moot was how to research.'
"It has been one of the best experiences of my academic life."
Deakin Law School news bites
Professor Jean du Plessis discusses his topical research on tbs eFM This Morning.
"I took full advantage of the unique flexibility Deakin offers."
Learn more about our JD.
By Professor Samantha Hepburn
"The international focus of my degree was a definite advantage of studying at DLS."
"Bridging the gap between the profession and the law school."
"Diversity is the hallmark of an outstanding university experience."
DLS students and staff meet the Hon. Michael Kirby.
"The international focus of the degree was another advantage of studying at DLS."
"DLS prides itself as a centre of expert knowledge in the area of corporate governance law.”
"Proposed solutions to the over-representation of Indigenous Australians and African Americans...
Deakin Law School students among the top performers.
Don't forget to register your attendance.
April 2016 professional development event.
By Professor Mirko Bagaric
Register your attendance now!
"We're required to see whether various sets of facts fit within a legal principle."
Gain first-hand experience and credit towards your degree!
Register your attendance today!
"It is simply the way we do business."
Register for the Spark entrepreneurship speaker series now!
"Extracurriculars are great fun and look impressive on your resume."
Discover your inner entrepreneur!
"I am thankful for the astronomical amounts of motivation and inspiration."
"You will be joining and intellectual community and fellowship."
The Aurora Internship Program introduces law students to career opportunities in native title...
By Associate Professor Marilyn McMahon
Deakin Law School Alumni recently held their first networking event for 2016.
Dean of Law and Head of Deakin Law School shares his vision for the future.
By Ian Parsons
By Dr Claudio Bozzi
"Creating a safer and more secure nation."
DLS is expanding its reach on the global stage.
"It presents an outstanding experiential learning opportunity for participants."
By Associate Professor Cindy Davids
"Work provides not only income but it can also be a source of deep satisfaction."
"In sentencing and exacting punishment, the community acts in its most coercive way."
"One in five young Australians aged 8 to 17 are cyber bullied each year*."
"Academic integrity through a legal lens and across disciplines."
Available from Trimester 2 2016.
Graduate Women Victoria has announced their 2016 scholarship program for women.
By Professor Samantha Hepburn
"Digital delivery proffers a solution to the challenge of equal access."
Join the Deakin Law School Alumni for their first networking event of 2016
Dr Neera Bhatia discusses how a law degree can benefit you beyond the traditional law professions.
By Professor Mirko Bagaric
"At the end I was offered a job at the Peninsula Regional Office of VLA."
"The Internet is impossible to regulate."
"The tax should be technology neutral."
"Are we naive about our data safety?"
Recognising outstanding contributions!
"There is demand for lawyers who can work across both law and a specialised discipline."
Emeritus Professor Judy Atkinson outlines her research findings.
Are you looking for a personal and intellectual challenge?
"Reaching financially excluded and under-served customers globally"
By Associate Professor Julie Clarke
"For many people the appointment to judicial office is regarded as the pinnacle of one’s career."
Online in 2016.
"It can also be fun. Law school offers so many opportunities."
"It's literally heart-stopping stuff."
Experts from industry, former government, and academia compile CDG report.
"Sentencing in Australia has barely changed in more than a century."
Participate in the International Moot at the Government Law College, Mumbai, India.
"Learn to think on your feet."
"A move towards pre-release planning and post-release support."
"I wanted something that would keep me on my toes."
By Professor Louis de Koker
By Professor Samantha Hepburn
Join us in welcoming Justice Chitrasiri
Applications are open now.
We’ve investigated five of the world’s most amazing cases for you.
Help support the 'Change 100 Lives Campaign'.
A conversation with Emeritus Professor Judy Atkinson about Aboriginal women and children, family...
"So we salute you, Magna Carta - thanks and happy anniversary!"
"This experience has been invaluable in demonstrating team work, hard work and success."
Professor Jean du Plessis addresses several prominent institutions.
"It is not a right of veto for the local community."
"It’s nice to have a foot in the door of the rest of the world."
"Get a broad knowledge base and make sure you know where to find what you need."
How to crack the career code and increase your employability.
Deakin Law School's Dr Neera Bhatia discusses necessary changes to legislation.
"It was an honour and a shock to receive the Premier’s award."
"I would tell any student to be ambitious and to dream of something out there."
"The law is all around us and it is incredibly important that we are aware of how it works."
Do you know the law related to 'sexting'?
Call for papers - submissions close 1 October 2015.
"There was no-one I knew in law. I had no guidance, only books."
By Professor Louis de Koker and Jeanne Nel de Koker
"We teach you how to make a difference overseas using sustainable methods of innovation."
Applications are closing soon!
"It's one of the most important resources in this area of medical law thus far."
"Studying law lets students explore numerous life trajectories."
By Professor Samantha Hepburn
"Tackling one of the most important themes in law."
"You have nothing to lose and everything to gain!"
Professor Zhang Naigen, Director, Center for International Law, Fudan University presents
"Law is a field where you can constantly re-invent yourself."
Private Law & Medical Jurisprudence Research Hub seminar
Recent cases and perspectives from Germany
"The notion of 'escaping' violence is tenuous at best."
"If we want to achieve a balance, there has to be some give."
Participate in one of the world’s most prestigious mooting competitions.
Join us at the launch of Professor Samantha Hepburn's new book
By Professor Samantha Hepburn
By Professor Samantha Hepburn
How Australia should address the shortage of organs for transplantation?
"Rural and regional women more likely to suffer abuse."
Deakin Law School book launch - by invitation only
By Professor Louis De Koker
Does asylum seeker policy reflect real Australian values?
Victoria Police likely to prepare brief of evidence
Open your mind to a different perspective
Radio 2SER Sydney interviews Professor Samantha Hepburn.
By Professor Samantha Hepburn
"People living in rural, regional and remote Australia, experience greater disadvantage."
Are you interested in Deakin's JD? Get all your questions answered.
Submit your nomination by July 17.
By Professor Samantha Hepburn
Deakin offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in law.
ABC Ballarat interview excerpt featuring Dr Neera Bhatia.
"I welcomed their insights into their own lives as well as issues inherent in the system."
By Professor Mirko Bagaric
"Just because we can save these babies born at 23 weeks, does it mean we should?"
Find out more about Oscar Roos, Sharon Erbacher an.d Ben Hayward's theses
"My goal is to power through aerial skiing and to compete as a World Cup athlete."
Each year Deakin Law School celebrates its high-achieving students.
ABC News Radio excerpt featuring Professor Mirko Bagaric.
"I loved my job but I was ready for a new challenge."
Celebrating outstanding achievements of both undergraduate and postgraduate business students.
By Professor Mirko Bagaric
"I have always believed that to provide good legal advice, you need to understand the big picture."
Discuss Magna Carta for your chance to win $10,000
"The exposure that it has given me to recognised scholars is definitely invaluable."
"Get practical about practising - a Deakin law degree can take you anywhere in the world."
By James Farrell
Each year the law school recognises its highest-achieving students.
"We know that the best way to reduce crime is to increase visible police presence."
By Professor Samantha Hepburn
By Professor Samantha Hepburn
By Professor Samantha Hepburn
By Professor Louis De Koker
By James Farrell
"Mitigation of the climate change problem will be inhibited without a truly global effort."
Receive property law insights from academics and practitioners.
By Professor Samantha Hepburn
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