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Freezing orders or interlocutory injunctions in TFMs with Tasman Fleming
Tasman Ash Fleming, a barrister and accredited mediator (NMAS), highlights the importance of considering what is the purpose of the order sought. This article looks at the recent decision in Re Estate of Hagendorfer (Injunction) [2024] VSC 482 (‘Hagendorfer’) and addresses potential risks and provides guidance for practitioners to mitigate these risks.
Tasman Ash Fleming, a barrister and accredited mediator (NMAS), highlights the importance of considering what is the purpose of the order sought. This article looks at the recent decision in Re Estate of Hagendorfer (Injunction) [2024] VSC 482 (‘Hagendorfer’) and addresses potential risks and provides guidance for practitioners to mitigate these risks.
Property settlements, pet custody and children’s arrangements in the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024
Following a series of reviews of the family law system, on 22 August 2024 the Australian Government introduced the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024 into the Commonwealth Parliament. The Bill sets out very significant amendments, including those relating to property settlements, pet custody and children’s arrangements, which aim to modernise and improve the family law system in Australia.
Following a series of reviews of the family law system, on 22 August 2024 the Australian Government introduced the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024 into the Commonwealth Parliament. The Bill sets out very significant amendments, including those relating to property settlements, pet custody and children’s arrangements, which aim to modernise and improve the family law system in Australia.
How to have the career you want with John Poulsen
How do you transcend the daily grind to do work you love? When can a career become a calling? What steps can you take to achieve the career you want? We spoke to John Poulsen, former CEO of Squire Patton Boggs and Principal of People Passion Performance, for his insights on getting the career you want informed by an illustrious career in law and leadership.
How do you transcend the daily grind to do work you love? When can a career become a calling? What steps can you take to achieve the career you want? We spoke to John Poulsen, former CEO of Squire Patton Boggs and Principal of People Passion Performance, for his insights on getting the career you want informed by an illustrious career in law and leadership.
Graduate spotlight: Jess Popple – a rewarding career in family law
Jess Popple, Senior Associate at Pippa Colman Family Law, has become something of a rising star in her field. Since completing her PLT and a postgraduate qualification at the College, Jess has won the Queensland Emergent Woman Lawyer of the Year Award – and served on numerous boards and associations.
Jess Popple, Senior Associate at Pippa Colman Family Law, has become something of a rising star in her field. Since completing her PLT and a postgraduate qualification at the College, Jess has won the Queensland Emergent Woman Lawyer of the Year Award – and served on numerous boards and associations.
Graduate spotlight: Stella Richards on how the shift from health to law was like ‘learning a new language’
Since completing her Practical Legal Training (PLT) at the College in 2023, Stella Richards has been a valued part of the commercial team at leading Australian law firm Russell Kennedy. But she started out in a different field entirely. Stella’s story shows that hard work, determination and a good deal of courage can lead you to your perfect career – even if you change direction once or twice along the way.
Since completing her Practical Legal Training (PLT) at the College in 2023, Stella Richards has been a valued part of the commercial team at leading Australian law firm Russell Kennedy. But she started out in a different field entirely. Stella’s story shows that hard work, determination and a good deal of courage can lead you to your perfect career – even if you change direction once or twice along the way.
Graduate spotlight: Arnab Ghosh Roy – the migration lawyer who’s on a mission to change lives
We spotlight Arnab Ghosh Roy, a passionate migration and family lawyer on a mission to empower the community with his pro bono work. We sat down with Arnab to learn how his migration experience (along with his insatiable drive to make an impact) has shaped his career.
We spotlight Arnab Ghosh Roy, a passionate migration and family lawyer on a mission to empower the community with his pro bono work. We sat down with Arnab to learn how his migration experience (along with his insatiable drive to make an impact) has shaped his career.
Graduate spotlight: Krystal Bellamy discovers her inner strength in succession law
Navigating the legal world requires a sharp mind and empathy – especially in matters of succession law. Krystal Bellamy, a Special Counsel at HopgoodGanim Lawyers and College of Law LLM graduate, naturally embodies these traits, which have served her well as a Wills and Estates lawyer. Krystal shares the key to thriving in what some would consider a ‘morbid’ field.
Navigating the legal world requires a sharp mind and empathy – especially in matters of succession law. Krystal Bellamy, a Special Counsel at HopgoodGanim Lawyers and College of Law LLM graduate, naturally embodies these traits, which have served her well as a Wills and Estates lawyer. Krystal shares the key to thriving in what some would consider a ‘morbid’ field.
Graduate Certificate in Applied Law Guide
Advanced Document Drafting
Cybersecurity 101 for Lawyers
Estate Litigation and Administration: Thorny Issues in Practice - 5 program recorded webinar series
Family Law Practice Update
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PROGRAM OPTIONS - LEGAL OPERATIONS
Enhance your career and drive your business to new heights.
As a legal operations professional, you play a vital role as a trusted business partner, leading meaningful change within your organisation. This course covers key areas like strategic planning, information governance, and financial management, equipping you with the skills and confidence to tackle today’s legal challenges head-on.
Graduate Certificate in Legal Operations
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LB11 - Legal Operations Core Subject and one elective subject in Legal Business Management
N/A
$3,950 per subject
Yes
Approx 6 months
Graduate Diploma of Legal Business Management
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Four elective subjects in Legal Business Management
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$3,950 per subject
Yes
1 year part-time
Master of Legal Business Management
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LB3 - Business strategy core subject, six elective subjects in Legal Business Management and the Legal Business Management Capstone
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$3,950 per subject
Yes
2 years part-time
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Business development strategies: Skills series
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Freezing orders or interlocutory injunctions in TFMs with Tasman Fleming
Tasman Ash Fleming, a barrister and accredited mediator (NMAS), highlights the importance of considering what is the purpose of the order sought. This article looks at the recent decision in Re Estate of Hagendorfer (Injunction) [2024] VSC 482 (‘Hagendorfer’) and addresses potential risks and provides guidance for practitioners to mitigate these risks.
Tasman Ash Fleming, a barrister and accredited mediator (NMAS), highlights the importance of considering what is the purpose of the order sought. This article looks at the recent decision in Re Estate of Hagendorfer (Injunction) [2024] VSC 482 (‘Hagendorfer’) and addresses potential risks and provides guidance for practitioners to mitigate these risks.
Property settlements, pet custody and children’s arrangements in the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024
Following a series of reviews of the family law system, on 22 August 2024 the Australian Government introduced the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024 into the Commonwealth Parliament. The Bill sets out very significant amendments, including those relating to property settlements, pet custody and children’s arrangements, which aim to modernise and improve the family law system in Australia.
Following a series of reviews of the family law system, on 22 August 2024 the Australian Government introduced the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024 into the Commonwealth Parliament. The Bill sets out very significant amendments, including those relating to property settlements, pet custody and children’s arrangements, which aim to modernise and improve the family law system in Australia.
How to have the career you want with John Poulsen
How do you transcend the daily grind to do work you love? When can a career become a calling? What steps can you take to achieve the career you want? We spoke to John Poulsen, former CEO of Squire Patton Boggs and Principal of People Passion Performance, for his insights on getting the career you want informed by an illustrious career in law and leadership.
How do you transcend the daily grind to do work you love? When can a career become a calling? What steps can you take to achieve the career you want? We spoke to John Poulsen, former CEO of Squire Patton Boggs and Principal of People Passion Performance, for his insights on getting the career you want informed by an illustrious career in law and leadership.
Graduate spotlight: Jess Popple – a rewarding career in family law
Jess Popple, Senior Associate at Pippa Colman Family Law, has become something of a rising star in her field. Since completing her PLT and a postgraduate qualification at the College, Jess has won the Queensland Emergent Woman Lawyer of the Year Award – and served on numerous boards and associations.
Jess Popple, Senior Associate at Pippa Colman Family Law, has become something of a rising star in her field. Since completing her PLT and a postgraduate qualification at the College, Jess has won the Queensland Emergent Woman Lawyer of the Year Award – and served on numerous boards and associations.
Graduate spotlight: Stella Richards on how the shift from health to law was like ‘learning a new language’
Since completing her Practical Legal Training (PLT) at the College in 2023, Stella Richards has been a valued part of the commercial team at leading Australian law firm Russell Kennedy. But she started out in a different field entirely. Stella’s story shows that hard work, determination and a good deal of courage can lead you to your perfect career – even if you change direction once or twice along the way.
Since completing her Practical Legal Training (PLT) at the College in 2023, Stella Richards has been a valued part of the commercial team at leading Australian law firm Russell Kennedy. But she started out in a different field entirely. Stella’s story shows that hard work, determination and a good deal of courage can lead you to your perfect career – even if you change direction once or twice along the way.
Graduate spotlight: Arnab Ghosh Roy – the migration lawyer who’s on a mission to change lives
We spotlight Arnab Ghosh Roy, a passionate migration and family lawyer on a mission to empower the community with his pro bono work. We sat down with Arnab to learn how his migration experience (along with his insatiable drive to make an impact) has shaped his career.
We spotlight Arnab Ghosh Roy, a passionate migration and family lawyer on a mission to empower the community with his pro bono work. We sat down with Arnab to learn how his migration experience (along with his insatiable drive to make an impact) has shaped his career.
Graduate spotlight: Krystal Bellamy discovers her inner strength in succession law
Navigating the legal world requires a sharp mind and empathy – especially in matters of succession law. Krystal Bellamy, a Special Counsel at HopgoodGanim Lawyers and College of Law LLM graduate, naturally embodies these traits, which have served her well as a Wills and Estates lawyer. Krystal shares the key to thriving in what some would consider a ‘morbid’ field.
Navigating the legal world requires a sharp mind and empathy – especially in matters of succession law. Krystal Bellamy, a Special Counsel at HopgoodGanim Lawyers and College of Law LLM graduate, naturally embodies these traits, which have served her well as a Wills and Estates lawyer. Krystal shares the key to thriving in what some would consider a ‘morbid’ field.
Graduate Certificate in Applied Law Guide
Advanced Document Drafting
Cybersecurity 101 for Lawyers
Estate Litigation and Administration: Thorny Issues in Practice - 5 program recorded webinar series
Family Law Practice Update
The integration of blended services and emerging technology is key to the future.
Steven Walker, Legal and Contracting Transformation Leader, Accenture
WHAT OUR GRADUATES HAVE TO SAY
All of the lecturers are just so wonderful and so knowledgeable. they all understand that you're working as well as trying to study and are just so accommodating.
Jessica Popple, LLM Graduate
I think my favourite thing about the study that I've done at the College of Law is the different experiences of all of the lecturers, and tutors. their practical experience that they were able to give us in terms of the content and was always so helpful and insightful.
Jessica Popple, LLM Graduate
I would describe the College of Law as inspiring, innovative, and collegiate.
Krystal Bellamy, LLM Graduate
Empower innovation
Harness cutting-edge tools to revolutionise legal service delivery.
Enhance expertise
Acquire specialised skills to navigate complex legal environments effectively.
Drive change
Lead transformative projects that reshape business and legal practices.
Maximise impact
Utilise strategic insights to significantly influence your organisation’s success.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Eligibility for the Legal Business award programmes (Master of Legal Business, Graduate Diploma, and Graduate Certificates) is open to all professionals within the legal services industry, with or without a law degree. However, the specific requirements are as follows:
- An undergraduate law degree; or
- Any undergraduate degree with a minimum of one year of relevant work experience in the legal services industry; or
- A minimum of five years of relevant work experience in the legal services industry.
For applicants relying on work experience (without a law degree), each application is assessed individually. You must submit a personal statement along with supporting documentation that includes:
- Duration and type of work experience, along with the current work environment
- Relevance of the work experience to the course content
- Evidence that the work experience is equivalent to an undergraduate degree
- Documentation of any professional certifications or short courses completed, and demonstration of the capacity to undertake research, learn, and be assessed at the required academic level
The subject 'Legal Operations' is a core component of the Graduate Certificate. Besides this, you have the flexibility to choose your electives from other subjects within the Legal Business Management category.
No, payment for the entire course is not due when applying. You pay prior to the commencement of each subject you are enrolled in.
FEE-HELP is a loan scheme that helps eligible fee-paying students pay all or part of their tuition fees. FEE-HELP may be available to eligible students.
The College is an approved Higher Education Provider (HEP) under the Higher Education Support Act 2003. Therefore, if you meet the Commonwealth’s FEE-HELP eligibility criteria, you can apply for a FEE-HELP loan. Find out more by reading the FEE-HELP Information Booklet.
The Graduate Certificate in Legal Operations is specifically tailored for a diverse range of legal professionals who are keen to enhance their expertise in legal operations. This program is ideal for:
- Operations and Technology Managers
- Managing Partners
- General and Practice Managers
- Professionals in Corporate Legal Departments
Whether you're looking to advance in your current role or expand your professional capabilities, this course provides the critical skills needed to navigate the evolving landscape of legal operations.
The Graduate Certificate in Legal Operations is delivered entirely online. Each week, you will engage in a variety of interactive and dynamic learning activities, including:
- Readings
- Group Discussions
- Online Conferences
This structured yet flexible approach ensures that you receive an educational experience that fits into your professional and personal commitments.
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