28-01-2022

Throughout his time at The Australian National University (ANU), Tiger Lin (BPolPhilEc /LLB (Hons)) was not only committed to his own studies, but to improving the experiences of other students.

From his involvement in the ANU Law Students’ Society and as an ANU College of Law Student Ambassador to co-launching an online tutoring and mentoring service for regional high school students, Tiger had a positive impact on his peers and was an active participant in the ANU community.

28-01-2022

The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law congratulates all members of our community who have been acknowledged in the 2022 Australia Day Honours List.

Six ANU Law alumni have been recognised in the 2022 Australia Day Honours List for their outstanding achievements across a broad range of fields, and for their invaluable contribution to our society. We are proud to extend our warmest congratulations to all of our alumni who were recognised this year.

Allan Anforth (GradDipPubLaw ’86) AM

24-01-2022

A study led by eminent socio-legal and feminist scholar Emerita Professor Margaret Thornton FAAL FASSA from The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law will examine the impact of costs and damages in sexual harassment cases across Australia for the federal Attorney-General's Department.

19-01-2022

Peter Hamilton Bailey

3 September 1927 – 7 November 2021

Peter Bailey’s professional career spanned 70 years:  40 years in the Australian Public Service, and 30 years at the ANU.

08-01-2022

New edition provides fresh, authoritative treatment of judicial review of administrative actions in Australia.

When the first edition of Judicial Review of Administrative Action and Government Liability was published 25 years ago, it quickly established a reputation as one of Australia’s most respected legal texts.

07-01-2022

Researchers to study the origins and impact of populist concerns about international law.

A research project led by three scholars from The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law has been awarded funding worth $619,700 as part of the Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Projects scheme.

20-12-2021

Students from The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law have contributed to research in a new report called Apparel 100. The study analyses the largest 100 apparel companies' supply chain transparency and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) disclosure rates.

17-12-2021

By Varshini Viswanath (student ambassador)

The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law has maintained its outstanding record for negotiations in student competitions, helping secure three top awards for Team Australia at the prestigious Intercollegiate Negotiation Competition (INC) in Japan.

16-12-2021

For almost 50 years, The Australian National University (ANU) School of Legal Practice (previously the ANU Legal Workshop) has been a pioneer in practical legal training (PLT) that has helped more than 10,000 graduates over the past 30 years realise their professional ambitions.

Its closure on 31 December 2021 marks the end of an era that began on 10 January 1972 when 18 students – 16 of whom were from ANU – enrolled in Australia’s inaugural PLT course.

09-12-2021

For centuries, governments worldwide have used monetary powers as tools of statecraft. Money can be created to wage wars, build welfare states and rescue markets from financial- and pandemic-driven contagions.

07-12-2021

Editor's note: 

Paul Dziatkowiec (MIntLaw ’05) has had a career that has taken him around the world in various roles since graduating in 2005. In this article, he reflects on his remarkable career in diplomacy and how his studies at the ANU College of Law served as the catalyst in his journey.

More than 15 years since leaving The Australian National University (ANU), I think back on my studies as the springboard that launched me into the captivating world of diplomacy and peace mediation.

07-12-2021

Varshini Viswanath (student ambassador)

01-12-2021

A new research project led by scholars from The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law aims to challenge the traditional concept of a legal education by broadening the representation of historically marginalised groups, theories and perspectives.

In a year shaped by global movements including Black Lives Matter and #MeToo, educators and researchers note the timely and practical value of embedding “critical evaluation” skills among the next generation of lawyers. 

30-11-2021

The New South Wales Government has recently announced a target of reducing the state’s emissions by 50 per cent by 2030 on 2005 levels. Meeting this target while driving increased prosperity requires the realisation of the cheapest sources of abatement.

Consistent with this commitment, there is an opportunity to expand the role of forests in NSW’s climate strategy by stopping logging in state forests.

15-11-2021

When companies cause harm to the environment, inflict injury on workers, or commit financial fraud, we're used to seeing directors, managers, advisers or regulators come under scrutiny. By contrast, shareholders have been relatively safe from criticism or condemnation in the eyes of the law and conventional morality.

Are shareholders passive agents whose interests start and end with dividends, or do they have a responsibility to drive ‘principled profit’ in the context of environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues?

15-11-2021

Even before graduating from The Australian National University, Lauren Skinner (BA/LLB (Hons) ’19) knew she wanted to use her law degree to deliver better justice outcomes for First Nations peoples.

From her internship with the North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency to her current role as a criminal solicitor at the Aboriginal Legal Service, Lauren has always been driven to use her legal skills and knowledge to address inequality and injustice. 

10-11-2021

Sixteen alumnae from The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law have been named as finalists in the 2021 Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards.

Among the outstanding alumnae being recognised for their work in the legal profession is Elizabeth Tsitsikronis (GDLP '09, LLM '18), who was named as a finalist in two categories: Indigenous Lawyer of the Year and Innovator of the Year (Individual).

07-11-2021

Madeleine McGregor grew up in Tasmania, and came to study law at The Australian National University (ANU) in 2016.

19-10-2021

The Australian National University (ANU) Ashurst Novice Moot Competition concluded last week, with the grand final conducted over Zoom on Monday 11 October.

The 2021 competition was a great success and attracted a record-breaking 30 ANU teams, comprised of both Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Juris Doctor students.

18-10-2021

By Varshini Viswanath (student ambassador)

Canberra is where federal laws are debated and enshrined. It’s also where law students at The Australian National University (ANU) gain unique access and insight into institutions that uphold the democratic system.