Centre For Legal Innovation Webinars

We would like to congratulate Terri Mottershead, Executive Director for the Centre for Legal Innovation (CLI) at The College of Law Australia, who has been selected as a finalist in the Australian AI Awards 2024 in the "AI Female Leader of the Year - Enterprise" category by Momentum Media.

Create a standout legal resume with our step-by-step guide. Learn how to format, highlight skills, and polish your resume for your target audience.

The competition is tough, but by knowing what recruiters look for and pitching your skills and experience in their best light, you can make your resume stand out for all the right reasons.

Let’s explore the top skills employers are searching for. So you can demonstrate your worth, stand out from the crowd and land a legal role. ​

What’s the difference between management and leadership? This subject is a road map to understanding the complexities and motivations of individuals and teams, and how to lead them to success.

As cyber security becomes the domain of organised crime every Australian individual and business has become an unwilling target. Law firms are rarely early adopters of tech and yet they now face complex cyber security threats. Before you embrace your inner doomsday prepper, we caught up with Lawcover’s Legal Risk Manager, Glenda Carry, to find out how law firms are being targeted by cyber security threats, and what steps they can take to mitigate risk.

Webinars recorded and facilitated by the Centre for Legal Innovation.

Space law is a growing field as humanity embraces space exploration with renewed vigour, propelled by private interests and national endeavours. We caught up with Helen Tung, College of Law lecturer in international arbitration, on her pioneering career in space law and to find out about the opportunities available for those interested in exploring the final legal frontier.

Discover what law school didn't teach you. Learn 8 new things in the College of Law's Practical Legal Training program, from negotiation to legal tech, and excel in your legal career.

Curious about different legal careers? Discover your path as a solicitor, barrister, in-house counsel, or explore roles in NewLaw, courts, community legal centres, government, public notary services, and family dispute resolution. Find the right legal career for you today!

Discover the power of plain language for lawyers with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to communicate clearly, master formatting, and put plain language into action.

Let’s explore the what, why and how of your PLT. And discover how it helps you hit the ground running to accelerate your legal career.

Get ready for your legal job interview with our step-by-step guide. Learn about research, first impressions, and common questions to ace your next interview!

Learn how to write a legal cover letter with our step-by-step guide. Find out what to include, the format to follow, and how to polish your presentation for a law firm application.

Download the Property Law Postgraduate Course Guide and discover how our specialised program can help you build expertise and thrive in this dynamic field.

Whether you’re studying or have already completed your law degree, you may still be mulling over where you’d like your career to go. And that’s okay. But doing the PLT is a good idea regardless. Here’s why. 

Take your job search to the next level with our comprehensive resources for law students and graduates. Master the art of crafting a standout LinkedIn profile, including your URL, profile picture, summary, experience, connections, and recommendations.

Don’t let your first day in a practice be a daunting one. Read up on what it’s like to step into the real world of law.  

So how do you know what path to pursue when you don’t have a clue? Here are 6 strategies to help you find a career that’s right for you. 

To understand where legal AI use cases are showing up within family law, the College spoke with two highly experienced practitioners who have incorporated AI into their legal practice in different ways. Fiona Kirkman, principal at Kirkman Family Law, embraced ChatGPT early on in her practice, while Jenna Downy, solicitor at Family Law Matters, helped train LawY, an AI legal research assistant.

Here are 6 tips to help you leave a lasting impression and showcase your worth. 

Discover the key differences between law school and real-world legal practice, including handling complex cases, simplifying legal jargon, managing tight deadlines, and developing essential soft skills.

Learn about the process of becoming a lawyer, from meeting the requirements to applying for admission and receiving your practising certificate.

Podcasts recorded and facilitated by the Centre for Legal Innovation.

Learn how to align workforce planning and strategy in an ever-evolving workplace. Using a wide range of case studies and resources, you’ll consider the practical challenges of a multi-generational workforce, the paradox of being both profitable today and ready for tomorrow and the different ways to communicate your insights to stakeholders.

Have you thought about postgraduate studies? Not sure what it's like, what it takes, and the positive impact it could have on your career? This webinar recording was presented by Tatiana Rabaeva, Head of Postgraduate Programs. It will offer you the opportunity to hear live and gain more insight from the College program Lecturers and Alumni, Adeline Shiralli and Crispian Carlowe.

In this guide, we take you through everything you need to find (and land) a perfect fit. Expect plenty of insider secrets along the way!

PLT is a structured training program designed to help you develop the practical, day-to-day skills you will need as an entry-level lawyer. Completion of a PLT program is the second essential step to being admitted as a lawyer – the first being your law degree. Click the link below to learn more.

A journey from big tech to legal practice has produced Logic Firm, a practice management system built by someone who understands the subtle tensions of legal work. For example, why optimising billable activities can threaten a firm's revenue model, or why universal buy-in comes from improving tedious non-billable processes like quote management and billing review.

In this subject, you’ll uncover insights into the client buying process and experience, for the purpose of growing your targeted customer base and accelerating your business growth.

Discover the diverse career opportunities your law degree can unlock. Learn the difference between a lawyer and a solicitor, explore life as a solicitor or barrister, and delve into various legal specialities and alternative careers.

How to highlight your service experience to stand out and land a legal role.

Get the essential information on pursuing a legal career in Australia. From law degrees to practical legal training, we cover everything you need to know about becoming a lawyer.

When you apply for a legal role, simply listing a bunch of buzzwords like teamwork and time management won’t get you very far. ​ You need to demonstrate your skills to employers. Here’s how you can promote your skillset with punch and authority.

Uni studies give you a solid theoretical understanding of the law. But practising as a legal professional is much more nuanced than at uni. Here are 6 vital lessons you don't learn at law school. 

Let’s see where you can take your skills to pursue a non-traditional legal pathway.

Thinking beyond traditional law roles? Dive into exciting career paths in legal tech, business, operations, politics, and government. Perfect for lawyers and those with law degrees looking for new opportunities. Explore your options today!