Izzy’s international upbringing and intergalactic career ambitions title
By Varshini Viswanath (student ambassador)
In addition to being a student ambassador at The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law, Izzy Marsh is also the College’s representative for the ANU Students Association. Her interests transcend academics, including her involvement in the annual ANU endurance and orienteering running competition Inward Bound as well as exploring the dynamic, ever-evolving field of space law.
ANU Law scholar’s new book investigates deference in international adjudication title
A new book by Associate Professor Esmé Shirlow that explores deference in international adjudication has been lauded as a “ground-breaking” study and “tour de force” by legal scholars and jurists.
New book co-edited by ANU Law scholar provides timely analysis of Myanmar title
Earlier this month, Myanmar’s military seized power after detaining Aung San Suu Kyi and other democratically elected leaders. The move raised international concerns about state stability, public safety and the rule of law in the Southeast Asian nation, which now faces an uncertain future.
Now, a new book co-edited by three scholars associated with The Australian National University (ANU) provides a timely, in-depth examination of the legacies of half a century of military rule from socio-political, economic, legal perspectives and more.
ANU Law scholar analyses risk of space-based conflict in new book title
Dr Cassandra Steer, a mission specialist with The Australian National University (ANU) Institute of Space (InSpace) and senior lecturer at the ANU College of Law specialising in space law, has co-edited a book with Associate Professor Matthew Hersch (Harvard University).
International Law Clinic invites students to solve real-world problems title
In 2020, The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law re-introduced the International Law Clinic (LAWS4302). This clinic is offered as an undergraduate course for students who have an interest in experiencing the practical application of international law. Its main focus is to encourage students to work collaboratively while responding to projects initiated by the conveners.
How Max turned his struggles into a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity title
In November 2019, Bachelor of International Security Studies/Laws (Hons) student Max Claessens submitted two applications in the hope of attending the 2020 Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations (HPAIR) Harvard College Conference.
New article examines legal implications of Legal Autonomous Maritime Systems title
A new research paper co-authored by Associate Professor David Letts AM, CSM and Professor Hitoshi Nasu highlights consequences surrounding the legal characterisation of lethal autonomous maritime systems (LAMS).
Six things employees, renters (and law students) should know about COVID-19 title
COVID-19 has affected us all and raised many legal questions about day-to-day life. For many Australians, housing and employment have been two areas most fraught with uncertainty.
Pierre Johannessen (GDLP ’16) is a partner at Johannessen Legal, an international boutique law firm with a Canberra office. In this Q&A, he answers some of the most common questions he receives from clients.