About the Law Society

The UNSW Law Society is the peak representative body for all students in the Faculty of Law. Nationally, we are one of the most respected student-run law organisations, attracting sponsorship from prominent national and international firms. We were the first student organisation to attract sponsorship off-shore, with Allen & Overy and Linklaters, two of the world's most prominent law firms becoming sponsors of the Law Society in 2001. This year marks the seventh anniversary of our relationship with Allen & Overy, and with a sponsor-focussed approach, we have also managed to develop strong relationships with firms in other areas such as management consulting, investment banking and accounting. It is our approach that distinguishes us from conventional student societies, one that our sponsors highly regard and value and which has resulted in them continuing to enjoy working with us. 

What we do

STUDENT ACADEMIC LIFE

• Effective representation of student interests to the Law Faculty administration, nationally and internationally through our affiliates
• Publication of regular student newsletters and periodicals
• Co-ordination of a variety of competitions including mooting, negotiation, trial advocacy and client counselling competitions
• Catering for international students and students with a keen interest in a career abroad through specific enrichment events and an international careers guide
• Organisation of a regular Speakers' Forum to provide students with exposure to prominent figures in society
• Recognising the interests of female students through the promotion of women's groups and running the Women's Mentoring Program
• Funding the LawMSN Mentoring Program,  and Schools Legal Education Group

 Student Social Life

• Organisation of a diverse array of popular social events, such as the Annual Law Ball, Lawlapolooza and sponsor barbecues
• Funding of cultural events such as the Law Revue and the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival

Career Development and Support

• Publication of a range of employment guides such as summer clerkship, paralegal, international careers and government and alternative careers guides
• Promotion of career awareness through our Career Development Program, careers fairs and information seminars Social Justice and Community Initiatives
• Association with UNICEF, World Vision and other selected charities
• Raising money and supporting programs for indigenous students such as the Indigenous Pre-Law Program, Indigenous Mentoring Program and the Aboriginal Education Program