Careers Classified : Recent Episodes
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This podcast will address topics and questions about all manner of professional avenues available to law students both during and beyond the completion of their degrees. Email the LSS at careerspublic@monashlss.com if you have any questions. To access on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qXQ4FzASB3aqKKRdcUSkk?si=iRc3KqasSxGKLadtCc4CEA
In this episode Leo Cussen shares the 8 things that you need to know to be a successful lawyer that you will not learn in university.
In this episode we speak to an ambassador for the College of Law PLT program. They speak about their experience of completing the PLT and offer great advice to students.
In this episode we speak to two lawyers from Clifford Chance with a wealth of international experience. We discuss the logistics of working with international clients while based in Australia, and also the opportunities Clifford Chance offers for their lawyers to gain experience in any of their overseas offices.
In this episode, we learn about the Technology + Digital ('T&D') practice area at Gilbert + Tobin. Our guests also walk us through what a 'day in life' looks like within the T&D practice group.
The team from White & Case tell us about the developing field of renewable energy. In particular, the future of Hydrogen energy is a focal point of discussion.
Ever wondered how a commercial law firm operates or how to balance your passion for arts and the law? Luckily, the careers team have got you covered again.
This podcast offers a unique insight into the commercial law field and why each student should think carefully before locking themselves into a future ruled by billables.
In this episode we speak to a partner and a graduate at Corrs Chambers Westgarth about what the firm is doing to address disparities of diversity within our industry.
In this episode we learn about the real estate and construction teams at Gadens, as well as hearing about the Graduate application process.
In this episode, our guest from Ashurst walks us through what being a clerk at Ashurst is like. Including some very important tips for any potential clerks.
In this episode, our guest from Baker McKenzie reveals insights as to what life as a junior lawyer in the firm is like, including opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
In this episode, the team from King&Wood Mallesons speak about what it's like to be a graduate in the firm and what tasks they are given responsibility for.
The Careers Classified team had the pleasure of speaking to Tessa Ramanlal and Nathan Ramanlal. This dynamic sibling duo have worked in the legal tech space and have co-founded an amazing startup called Anika Legal. Hear them share their perspectives on how legal tech is disrupting the legal profession.
The Careers Classified team had the honor of speaking to Justice Rosalie Abella from the Supreme Court of Canada. Justice Abella reflected on her career as a lawyer and later as a judge and shared some valuable nuggets of wisdom with the students.
In this episode the careers team speaks to two partners at major Melbourne law firms. Our guests were gracious enough to give an open and honest insight into their journeys with mental health and offer some words of wisdom to those in and about to enter the legal profession.
The Careers Classified team speaks to Brad Woolstencroft, Manager of Young Lawyers at the Law Institute of Victoria. In this episode, we chat about all things LIV, and joining the LIV is a total must for all law students. For more info about the LIV: https://www.liv.asn.au/Membership/Member-Category/Student
The Careers Classified team speaks to an intern and graduate at the Department of Premier and Cabinet. This episode provides a great insight into the work environment and the application process.
For our first podcast of Careers Classified series 2, we had the honour of being joined by Lovedeep Sohi who is currently in the final year of his JD & Tahlia Pelaccia who is currently in the penultimate year of her JD. In this episode, we discussed ways in which students can capitalise on their time at chambers, tips in relation to online study and strategies for students to improve their career prospects at the conclusion of their course.
For our final podcast of Careers Classified series 1 we had the honour of being joined by Justice Edelman of the High Court of Australia. Justice Edelman spoke about the path to becoming a judge as well as the challenges that justices face as part of their roles, among other topics.
In this episode, we speak to a criminal defense lawyer from Slades & Parsons, along with a criminal barrister experienced in both prosecution and defense. We talk about the skills you need to be a good criminal lawyer, dealing with some of the emotional and moral concerns that you may experience, and how to get your foot in the door of criminal law practice.
In this episode, we speak to an Australian lawyer working in the New York office of the international law firm Fried Frank. We discuss how he successfully entered the competitive legal job market in the US, and the pros and cons of his experience while working internationally.
In this episode we are joined by two solicitors from the OPP. We discuss what their role is, the challenges they face in their work and the paths each took to working at the OPP.
In this episode, we speak to two lawyers working in very different spheres within family law practice. We discuss the different ways that they entered the field, their respective experiences, and any advice they have for students interested in pursuing family law.
In this episode, we speak to an immigration lawyer from Madison Marcus. We discuss the kind of work an immigration lawyer does, ways to learn more about the field, and the opportunities available to students to gain experience.
In this episode we speak to representatives from both Leo Cussen and College of Law about all the details of the PLT.
In this episode we are joined by a graduate from King & Wood Mallesons as well as a final year JD student. They give us their tips and advice on how to prepare for interviews and also how to avoid interview clashes, among other things.
In this episode we speak to two legal tech experts in vastly different areas of the field. We discuss the uniqueness of their individual roles as well as how they see the future of the legal tech industry, among other interesting topics.
In this episode we are joined by a solicitor from Arnold Bloch Leibler as well as a final year JD student. Together we discuss what a clerkship is actually like; what tasks you'll be asked to complete, time commitments and dress code among other things.
In this episode we speak to a second year solicitor from the VGSO as well as an LLB student who has recently clerked at the VGSO. We discuss what the culture is like, how the clerkship process works, as well as similarities and differences between the VGSO and the commercial firms.
This week we are joined by a graduate from Gilbert and Tobin to discuss how the global pandemic has affected the commercial law sector so far, and what the future of the sector will be.
In this episode we speak to a solicitor from Coles about the role of in-house counsel. We discuss the work environment, opportunities for career development and progression, as well as the general work that they are performing.
In episode seven we talk to two final year students (both LLB and JD) about what students can expect to experience on clerkship offer day. They offer great tips about how to manage time, stress and how to make sure you accept your top preferences.
In the first episode of the non-commercial series, we speak to both a current and former Judge's Associate about their experience.
Episode six looks at diversity in commercial firms; what it is, how students can highlight it in their applications and how firms are ensuring that diversity is something they are working towards. For this episode we are joined by the Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion from Ashurst.
Episode five looks at how to answer short answer questions. The advice given in this episode is applicable to both the clerkship process and beyond. On this episode we are joined by a graduate for Herbert Smith Freehills as well as a final year JD student.
Episode four looks as the Clerkship experience from the viewpoint of an international student. We are joined on this episode by an international student who is in their final year of the LLB.
Episode three focuses on the importance of networking and LinkedIn, particularly in the times of COVID-19. On this episode we were joined by a final year LLB student as well as a representative from Baker Mackenzie
Episode two focuses on all things resumes. In this episode, you will get to hear from a current final year JD student as well as a law graduate from Corrs Chambers Westgarth.