Law Ball is the AULSS’s biggest event of the year, and trust us, you don’t want to miss it.

For ticket information and everything you need to know, head to the event on the AULSS Facebook page.

Community Legal Centres - What do They Do?

Ever wondered what Community Legal Centres do, how they assist the community and what it’s like to work at one?

Presented in conjunction with the Flinders Law Students’ Association, Uniting Communities invites you to come along to this informative session!

There’ll be an opportunity to network at the end of the presentation, and nibbles are provided.

When: Thursday 22 May, 2025
Time: 6pm - 7.30pm
Where: UCity, Level 3, 43 Franklin Street, Adelaide
Cost: Free

A&O Shearman Online Firm Presentation

Launch your career with A&O Shearman Sydney and be exposed to unlimited development opportunities in an environment where you can be your authentic self.

Learn more about our summer clerkship program from Minesh Patel, Partner and Max Smith, current Associate and previous summer clerk (and Adelaide alum!).

When: Thursday 22 May, 2025
Time: 12pm - 1pm
Where: Online

You are invited to attend a Listening Session with the Dean of the Adelaide Law School. She will be available to hear your questions and thoughts regarding the merger of the University of Adelaide and University of South Australia, and our transition to Adelaide University Law School.

The Dean values the input of law students and wants to ensure all voices are heard during this significant period of change. This session will provide an opportunity for direct engagement about matters that concern you regarding the new Adelaide University Law School.

When: Wednesday 21 May, 2025
Time: 11am
Where: Napier 102 Lecture Theatre

Join the SJE Portfolio for not one, but two events today!

WALK FOR JUSTICE CHARITY WALK

Join the Adelaide Law School fundraising team for Walk For Justice! Enjoy a lovely stroll along the Torrens and contribute to a good cause.

When: 7am-8.30am

SELF DEFENCE COME AND TRY SESSION

Come and try a self defence class! Learn tricks of the trade from an industry professional and gain valuable personal confidence.

When: 5.30pm-6.30pm

Across Australia, the annual celebration of Law Week provides an important opportunity to create greater awareness within the community of the legal system, legal rights and pathways for legal assistance.

This year SA Law Week will take place between Monday 19 May and Sunday 25 May 2025.

The Legal Services Commission SA has prepared an exciting program of community events and activities, including Walk for Justice!

Join us for not one, not two, but three AULSS events today!

Exam Prep 101 seminar

Exams don’t have to be stressful – get ahead with tips, tricks and myth-busting advice at our Exam Prep 101 seminar! Whether you're in first year or final year, this session is your go-to for smart study strategies and a smoother exam season.

Featuring the law school’s academic study expert and PhD candidate, Joanna Jarose, plus a NEW Q&A panel, come along and ask all your burning questions!

When: Wednesday 14 May, 2025
Time: 5.30pm
Where: Lecture Theatre 231, Ligertwood Building
Who: Open to law students in all year levels
Cost: Free

Light snacks will be provided. Come along and prep like a pro – no stress, just success!

LK Open Moot Grand Final

Spectators are invited to attend the grand final of the LK Open Moot and watch Adelaide Law School’s top advocates in action. If you’ve ever wanted to see what it’s like to compete in an AULSS mooting competition, now is your chance to see the best of the best.

When: Wednesday 14 May, 2025
Time: 6pm
Where: Moot Court

Outlaws Queer Coffee Chat

The Social Justice and Equity Portfolio invites you to join them for the first of their Outlaws Queer coffee chats. Grab a coffee and enjoy good conversation in a safe and supportive environment.

When: Wednesday 14 May, 2025
Time: 10.30am
Where: Holy Addiction café, Level 4, Hub Central

Law students in their penultimate and final year are invited to visit the team onsite at Kain Lawyers to learn what’s life is like as a transactions lawyer.

Where: Kain Lawyers, Level 5, 121 King William Street, Adelaide

Places are extremely limited and bookings are essential.

This meeting is open to all AULSS members.

When: Monday 12 May, 2025
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Room 333, Ligertwood building, The University of Adelaide

The Social Justice & Equity Portfolio is bringing the goods. Baked goods!

Support a good cause and get yourself a sweet study snack. All funds raised go towards JusticeNet SA’s annual Walk For Justice fundraising efforts.

You donut want to miss this!

You’ll find the team and their table of sweet treats in the Hub and Liggy between 10am and 2pm.

Join the team from LK to learn what life is like working as a litigation lawyer.

This is also a great opportunity to find out more about LK, their clerkship program and graduate employment opportunities.

Applications for the LK Adelaide clerkship program close on Tuesday 6 May!

2025 LAW CAREERS FAIR

Meet your future employers!

You are invited to attend Adelaide’s largest careers fair dedicated entirely to connecting South Australian law students with the legal profession.

This is an incredible opportunity to learn about the legal industry and the organisations within it, and gain an understanding of available career pathways through clerkship programs, placements and undergraduate roles directly from top local and interstate firms.

CAREERS AND CLERKSHIPS GUIDE LAUNCH

The Careers Portfolio will also launch its annual Careers and Clerkships Guide at the fair, so come along to collect your copy.

CLAYTON UTZ RESEARCHING LIKE A LAWYER SEMINAR

Legal research is a fundamental skill for early career lawyers. Join the team from Clayton Utz to see how experienced legal professionals use research skills in their daily role, and learn tips and tricks to become an effective researcher.

Join the Social Justice & Equity Portfolio for their annual sizzle for justice! Enjoy a snag whilst raising much needed funds for JusticeNet SA, a not-for-profit legal service giving vulnerable people access to the justice they deserve.

Your excuse to attend has been overruled!

Clifford Chance is a British multinational law firm, a member of the ‘Magic Circle’ and one of the world’s most renowned law firms. The firm operates two offices in Sydney and Perth. If you are interested in learning more about working with Clifford Chance, join us in the Moot Court to hear from one of their Partners. Gain insights into life as a lawyer, learn about career pathways and discover what their firm is looking for in graduate lawyers.

Who’s ready to have boatloads of fun?

Join us on our own private catamaran as we cruise along the beautiful Adelaide coastline in the autumn sunshine. Enjoy a sparkling, red or white wine and a selection of cheese boards with your favourite law crew.

Tickets are extremely limited, so get in fast!

Come along for a free lunch and hear from our expert presenter about how to maintain positive mental health while studying and during your professional career. Also hear from the Law Society of South Australia about their Young Lawyer support programs.

When you sign up to our First Year Mentorship Program, you are automatically invited to attend our Meet Your Mentor event. This event is an opportunity for mentors and mentees to meet each other in a relaxed and safe environment. You will also have the opportunity to meet other first year students and mentors, as well as members of the AULSS Education Portfolio and AULSS Committee.

This meeting is open to all AULSS members.

When: Monday 17 March, 2025
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Room 231, Ligertwood building, The University of Adelaide

Be a voice for first year law students - join the 2025 AULSS Committee!

Each year the AULSS invites two first year students to join the Education Portfolio to represent their cohort. As First Year Representatives you will engage with your peers and bring feedback and ideas to the AULSS, organise engaging experiences and assist us to develop a supportive environment for first year students.

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/r/CPVRttEwhE

Nominations close on Sunday 16 March at 5pm. 

Kick off your 2025 academic year at the official AULSS Opening Party + First Year Drinks! This year we’re making it SUPER exciting and combining two events into one GIANT party!

All first year law students are invited to join us at 6.30pm at The Maid Hotel to meet other students who are also commencing their degree. Everyone else is invited to join in the fun from 7.30pm.

Get excited for an awesome start to 2025!

Join the Competitions Portfolio to learn all about the competitions run by the AULSS and hear from previous competitors about what it’s like to compete.

Competitions registrations open at 7pm!

Applications open!

Our award winning mentorship program has helped hundreds of first year law students transition into their first year of law school. Our team will pair you with a law student in their third year or above, and you can meet regularly throughout the year to seek guidance, support and tips to help you succeed.

MENTORS: If you are a third to final year law student willing to offer guidance to a first year student, sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/yL6aiCTAXQ

MENTEES: If you are a first year student seeking a mentor, sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/0exYKCe4Q2

When you sign up to our First Year Mentorship Program, you are automatically invited to attend our Meet Your Mentor event. This event is an opportunity for you to meet your mentor and other first year students in a relaxed and safe environment. You will also meet members of the AULSS Education Portfolio and wider Committee.