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"The Clinic was one of the most formative experiences I had in my five years at Monash. [It taught me] that the law isn'...
22/12/2025

"The Clinic was one of the most formative experiences I had in my five years at Monash. [It taught me] that the law isn't just about books and cases, it's about people." - Deborah Glass OBE

'50Years / 50 Voices: Learning Law and Changing Lives' is a new book that collects the stories of 50 alumni of the Monash Law Clinical Program. The stories are written by 50 current clinical students.

Early experiences during a clinical placement showed Deborah Glass OBE the tangible barriers to justice faced by many in the community.

Read more🔗 https://www.monash.edu/law/news-and-events/news/2025/50-years-50-voices/deborah-glass-obe-a-lifelong-pursuit-of-transparency-and-fairness

"It was really hard work, but it was great fun at the same time." - Professor Jeff Giddings. '50 Years / 50 Voices: Lear...
21/12/2025

"It was really hard work, but it was great fun at the same time." - Professor Jeff Giddings.

'50 Years / 50 Voices: Learning Law and Changing Lives' is a new book that collects the stories of 50 alumni of the Monash Law Clinical Program. The stories are written by 50 current clinical students.

For Professor Jeff Giddings, his early experience at Springvale developed a lifelong dedication to experiential learning.

Read more 🔗 https://www.monash.edu/law/news-and-events/news/2025/50-years-50-voices/professor-jeff-giddings-from-black-and-white-to-technicolour

"You're applying everything you've learned, but this time it's real, these are people's lives." - Lily P***k.'50 Years /...
18/12/2025

"You're applying everything you've learned, but this time it's real, these are people's lives." - Lily P***k.

'50 Years / 50 Voices: Learning Law and Changing Lives' is a new book that collects the stories of 50 alumni of the Monash Law Clinical Program. The stories are written by 50 current clinical students.

A final-year elective sparked more than academic interest – it led Lily P***k to discover her purpose and set her on a path to a meaningful career in law.

Read more 🔗 https://www.monash.edu/law/news-and-events/news/2025/50-years-50-voices/lily-polak-a-clinic-with-a-conscience

"It was a profoundly impactful time of my life that really played a role in the way in which I practise law. It makes yo...
17/12/2025

"It was a profoundly impactful time of my life that really played a role in the way in which I practise law. It makes you a better lawyer." - Jeremy Leibler.

'50 Years / 50 Voices: Learning Law and Changing Lives' is a new book that collects the stories of 50 alumni of the Monash Law Clinical Program. The stories are written by 50 current clinical students.

As a law student, Jeremy thought his practical placement would be just another 12-point subject, but the experience was transformational.

Read more: 🔗 https://www.monash.edu/law/news-and-events/news/2025/50-years-50-voices/jeremy-leibler-finding-the-spark-for-pro-bono-work

"Do the Clinic. You'll learn more in those few months than you will in years of lectures. You'll learn how to listen, ho...
17/12/2025

"Do the Clinic. You'll learn more in those few months than you will in years of lectures. You'll learn how to listen, how to problem-solve, how to be human in a system that too often forgets to be." - Helen Sawczak.

'50 Years / 50 Voices: Learning Law and Changing Lives' is a new book that collects the stories of 50 alumni of the Monash Law Clinical Program. The stories are written by 50 current clinical students.

For Helen, volunteering to help clients with nowhere else to go is essential for equitable access to justice.

Read more 🔗 https://www.monash.edu/law/news-and-events/news/2025/50-years-50-voices/helen-sawczak-from-oakleigh-to-the-world

"I would absolutely recommend the Monash Law Clinics to any student who wants to gain practical experience in the law." ...
14/12/2025

"I would absolutely recommend the Monash Law Clinics to any student who wants to gain practical experience in the law." - Judge George Georgiou.

'50 Years / 50 Voices: Learning Law and Changing Lives' is a new book that collects the stories of 50 alumni of the Monash Law Clinical Program. The stories are written by 50 current clinical students.

Judge Georgiou's early work at Springvale Monash Legal Service opened his eyes to the real-world struggles behind every case – a lesson that has guided him ever since.

Read more: https://www.monash.edu/law/news-and-events/news/2025/50-years-50-voices/george-georgiou-a-career-of-contribution

Since August, student Sophia has been enrolled at National Taiwan University, studying international law under visitin...
12/12/2025

Since August, student Sophia has been enrolled at National Taiwan University, studying international law under visiting academics.

It's all part of the New Colombo Plan (NCP) scholarship which fosters meaningful cultural exchange between Australia and the Indo-Pacific region by supporting Australian undergraduates to study and undertake internships in the region. NCP is delivered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Before the year closes, Sophia will commence a 12-week one-on-one Mandarin study at a Mandarin language school in Taipei, after which she will intern with Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ). It's a unique way to build hands-on experience in cross-border commercial relationships.

What's Sophia's advice for students thinking about applying for the next NCP?

"How many chances in your twenties do you get to go overseas for nine months at a time?" Sophia said. "If you're even a little bit interested, just give it a go and see where the journey takes you."

Read more: https://www.monash.edu/law/news-and-events/news/2025/new-colombo-plan-sophia-ao

"Be curious, take the plunge and give every experience your all." - Toby Nelson.'50 Years / 50 Voices: Learning Law and...
11/12/2025

"Be curious, take the plunge and give every experience your all." - Toby Nelson.

'50 Years / 50 Voices: Learning Law and Changing Lives' is a new book that collects the stories of 50 alumni of the Monash Law Clinical Program. The stories are written by 50 current clinical students.

Toby Nelson's rewarding experiences at Monash Law Clinics deepened his interest in family law.

Read more 🔗 https://www.monash.edu/law/news-and-events/news/2025/50-years-50-voices/toby-nelson-empowering-those-who-fall-through-the-cracks

"It felt real. You were not just writing an essay or answering a problem question. This person's life was in the balance...
10/12/2025

"It felt real. You were not just writing an essay or answering a problem question. This person's life was in the balance. It was humbling and motivating." - Elizabeth Wood.

'50 Years / 50 Voices: Learning Law and Changing Lives' is a new book that collects the stories of 50 alumni of the Monash Law Clinical Program. The stories are written by 50 current clinical students.

Volunteering at the inaugural Eleos Anti-Death Penalty Clinic cemented Elizabeth's goal to pursue what really matters.

Read more 🔗 https://www.monash.edu/law/news-and-events/news/2025/50-years-50-voices/elizabeth-wood-a-moment-of-clarity

2025 was a year of firsts for Monash Law, including the first year for our new Dean of Law, Professor Steven Vaughan, wh...
10/12/2025

2025 was a year of firsts for Monash Law, including the first year for our new Dean of Law, Professor Steven Vaughan, who arrived in his office on the day Monash University reopened for 2025.

We proudly conferred honorary doctorates on The Hon. Debra Mortimer, Dr Patrick Loftus Hills, and Dr Deborah Glass OBE: alums whose principled leadership continues to inspire. We also welcomed Justice Michael Kirby AC CMG as the guest of honour at our inaugural Pink Drinks, celebrating LGBTIQA+ members of the Victorian legal community.

Earlier in the year, we celebrated the appointment of Chief Justice Richard Niall as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria, following predecessors the Hon. Anne Ferguson and the Hon. Marilyn Warren AC KC, marking three consecutive Monash alums in this role. At the same time, educators Professor Gerry Nagtzaam, Associate Professor Julie Debeljak, and Associate Professor Gaye Landsdell were presented with 25 Year Anniversary Awards from the Chancellor of Monash University!

So much had happened in 2025! Read more ⛓️ https://www.monash.edu/law/news-and-events/news/2025/monash-law-2025

"Be kind to yourself. There are no failures, only learnings." - Magistrate Trieu Huynh'50 Years / 50 Voices: Learning La...
09/12/2025

"Be kind to yourself. There are no failures, only learnings." - Magistrate Trieu Huynh

'50 Years / 50 Voices: Learning Law and Changing Lives' is a new book that collects the stories of 50 alumni of the Monash Law Clinical Program. The stories are written by 50 current clinical students.

After fleeing Vietnam as a child refugee, Magistrate Huynh now helps the most vulnerable in society.

Read more 🔗 https://www.monash.edu/law/news-and-events/news/2025/50-years-50-voices/magistrate-trieu-huynh-journey-to-find-justice

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