USYD Chinese Law Students Society

🎉 CLSS x Sydney Law School | Careers in Law Panel Series: CHINA! Last week, CLSS had the privilege to co-host a successful Careers in Law Panel with Sydney Law School, spotlighting future legal pathways in Mainland China. The virtual event provided an exceptional platform for current law students to gain valuable insights into the diverse legal pathways in China. A special thanks to our panelists - Bi Chen, Fuyi Z., Hongfan (Luna) Chen, Yumeng He - who generously shared their time, stories, and insights, sparking lively discussions on career growth and development. Each speaker’s journey was a source of inspiration, and it was fantastic to see students engage deeply with the panel. We are also immensely grateful to Sydney Law School for their support. A heartfelt thanks to Professor Professor Penelope Crossley for co-hosting the event, and to Carla Viola and Peter Finneran for managing logistics. Our CLSS representatives, Shysie Wang and Josh Huang were instrumental in coordinating this event. Thank you to everyone involved in making this panel a success! We're confident every attendee left with valuable insights and fresh perspectives on the future of law in China.

🌍 Partner Panel Discussion - Navigating the Legal Landscape 🌍 On October 23, join us for an exclusive panel discussion hosted by five leading international law firms! The Chinese Law Students Society (CLSS) warmly invites you to this insightful event, where you'll get an inside look at the daily operations of international law firms and learn about exciting career opportunities. Students are encouraged to submit questions ahead of the event—partners from the firms will be answering them live! 🗓 Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
🕗 Time: 8-9 PM Sydney Time (5-6 PM Hong Kong Time)
💻 Format: Online 📌 Hosting firms: * Clifford Chance * Allen & Overy * Shearman & Sterling * Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer * Linklaters * Slaughter and May Register now via: https://lnkd.in/gVZPEySV 🙌🏻 Don’t miss this chance to connect with industry experts and deepen your understanding of the global legal landscape!

🌟 CLSS x Sydney Law School | China Careers in Law Alumni Panel 🌟 ‼️ Hear from a panel of distinguished Sydney Law School alumni currently based in China. They’ll share personal career journeys, professional milestones, and the challenges they've faced while building their legal careers abroad. 📣 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the dynamic world of law in China! This event is co-presented by Sydney Law School and the Chinese Law Students Society (CLSS). 👥 Speakers: * Bi Chen (LLB 07) - Partner, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW), Beijing * Fuyi (Allen) Zheng - JD (23) Legal Counsel and Trainee Chinese lawyer, Coster Associates * Hongfan (Luna) Chen -LLM (19), Associate, Zhong Lun Law Firm (Shenzhen office) * Yumeng He - JD (20), Paralegal, Han Kun Law Office 💻 Webinar via Zoom - you will be sent a link closer to the event date 📅 Date: Thursday 24 October 2024 🕙 Time: 6:30 - 8 pm 🔗 Register: Please register via the link below: https://lnkd.in/g-kDhGhj

Dear Members, The Chinese Law Students Society (CLSS) will convene its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for this year on Wednesday, 30 October 2024, at 7:30 pm via Zoom. An Election will be held during the AGM. If you would like to attend, please fill in the CLSS 2024 AGM Registration Form by clicking on "Read More" below. The form also contains the Nominations for the Election of CLSS Executive for the term of 2024-2025, with the Executive positions listed below:  * President * Vice-President (Sponsorship) * Vice-President (Careers) * Secretary * Treasurer * Social Director * Education Director * Publications Director * IT Director * General Executive (3)

 To ensure the AGM proceeds smoothly, we also strongly encourage all participants to pre-register, even if you do not want to nominate anyone for this election. In the event that pre-registration is not possible, the Zoom link will be made available before the meeting. Please note that access to the Zoom meeting will require your University of Sydney Zoom account credentials. In addition, you can find the links to the AGM Agenda, Motions on Notice, and the current CLSS Constitution in the Registration Form via: https://lnkd.in/gSphqgvN If you are not currently a member of CLSS, please register via this link https://lnkd.in/gTpujaDm Please note, in accordance with Clause 3.6 of CLSS Constitution, CLSS is unable to accept any new member between 16 October 2024 and 30 October 2024. Even if your registration for CLSS membership via the link above is successful during this period, though re-registration is not necessary after the period, you would only become a CLSS member starting from 31 October 2024. Thank you for your understanding. Should you have any inquiries, please do not hesitate to reach out to Maria at secretary@usyd-clss.com.

🌟 CLSS | 2024 Career Talk with Baker Mckenzie🌟 📣 CLSS is excited to co-host a virtual career talk with Baker McKenzie on Friday, October 18, at 7:00PM (AEDT)/ 4:00PM (HKT). This is a fantastic opportunity for students to directly engage with Baker McKenzie’s Graduate Recruitment Team and trainees, including USYD alumni. Baker McKenzie has a global outlook from the outset and has been recognized as the world's strongest law firm brand by Acritas for 12 consecutive years. The firm helps clients navigate the challenges of the global economy, solving complex cross-border and multi-disciplinary legal issues. With 50 years of business presence in Hong Kong, Baker McKenzie is regarded as a leader in the region. As part of its renowned China practice, the 175-lawyer Hong Kong team leverages deep local roots and extensive global reach to help clients seamlessly address complex legal issues that span multiple jurisdictions and industries. Baker McKenzie’s key strengths include its understanding of local laws, regulations, and the dynamic shifts in the market. 🙌🏻 Don’t miss the chance to meet with Baker McKenzie’s team and build valuable connections! ‼️Prior registration is required for this event! Please sign up by scanning the QR code or via the link: https://lnkd.in/gP8sYeAQ The Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants before the event.

🚀 The 2024 Careers Academy is here! 🚀 Join The College of Law Australia on 1 October for one action-packed day with 6 expert-led online sessions on how to land your first legal job and explore career options in law.   Here’s what’s in store: ✅Morning: Job hunting tips and strategies ✅Afternoon: Exploring different career paths ✅6 sessions, one day, all from the comfort of your couch ✅Designed for law students, grads, and new lawyers   Pick the sessions you want to attend or sign up to get the recordings sent straight to your inbox.   6,500+ law students have joined the Careers Academy over the past six years—now it’s your turn! 👉🏻Register today: https://lnkd.in/gyy9xy4V

I’m CLSS proudly presents the 2023 issue of our flagship quasi-academic law journal the Gavel! The Gavel was founded in 2013, originally as a newsletter covering legal summaries and commentary. Since 2016, it has evolved into a quasi-academic law journal with the aim of exploring and engaging in contemporary legal discussions. It encourages students from diverse backgrounds to explore and research pressing issues that influence the legal landscape of countries in the Asia-Pacific region today. In this edition, we have published several articles, case analyses, and news summaries, covering a range of legal topics such as artificial intelligence, intellectual property, economic trade regulation, and environmental, social, and corporate governance. In this year's The Gavel, we present a diverse range of article submissions that delve deep into contemporary legal and commercial issues of our day. In particular, Peter Wang examines the role of Al-informed administrative decision making during COVID-19, with a key focus on how government power and human rights are affected by the implementation of Al-technology. Wang's contributions also include two case notes. Zheyuan Chen conducts a critical analysis of the development of copyright law in China and its ability to deal with the copyright issues arising from the explosion of technology and social media in the modern age. In the 2023 Commercial Awareness Newsletters, we featured five news summaries authored by Shysie Wang and Xinyi (Selena) L. including the Mercer Super "greenwashing" incident, China-Australia cross-border business cooperation in 2023, the European Union's latest AI legislation, the Biden administration's restrictions on high-tech investments in China, and the proper procedures for employers requesting employees to work on public holidays under Australia's Fair Work Act. We hope these articles encourage students to stay informed about business developments and current events while providing valuable insights. After an anonymous peer review by our team, the winner of this year's The Gavel Contribution Award is Zheyuan Chen. A prize of $300 will be awarded shortly. CLSS would like to extend our gratitude to the editorial team. The team was led by Will Zheng and consisted of Kerry Fu, Krista Li and Shihao Zhao. The publication could not have been made without their dedication. Further, we would like to thank Yixue Mei and Ruocheng (Bright) Shi for acting as our editorial advisor. Lastly, a huge thank you to Maria Wei, our Publications Director, for her effort in compiling the submissions into a pleasantly readable form. The Gavel 2024 is now accepting submissions for publication. For more information about the Gavel, please visit our website. Hope you enjoy the read and wish to see your submission next time!

🌟 Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer Hong Kong 2025 Summer Internship🌟 As an Australian law student, you’re now able to apply for Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer 2025 Summer Internship Programme (either 4 weeks in June or July 2025) from 1 September 2024. The applications will be considered based on a rolling basis, so that you will know the outcome of your application within a few weeks of applying. If you are interested, please send your CV, transcripts, and a personal statement (no more than 850 words) to Asia.GraduateRecruitment@freshfields.com. Please have a look at their Graduate Careers website (scan the QR code below) for general information regarding the admission procedure.

📚CLSS In-person Exam Workshop Feeling anxious as midterms approach and unsure how to tackle your upcoming in-person exams? Want to learn effective study strategies from top-performing alumni? Whether you're confused about how to organise your revision, worried about time management, or looking for extra tips, our In-person Exam Workshop can help you prepare more effectively before your exams and tackle challenges with ease! 📆 Date: 27 August 
🕒 Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Law Lounge 🎓 Guest Speakers:
We are excited to welcome two outstanding alumni, Ziliang Lim and Anjia Zhou, who will share their personal experiences, exam preparation techniques, and strategies for achieving excellent results. 💡 What you'll learn: * Effective study and revision strategies for in-person exams * Time management tips specific to in-person exams * Efficient note-taking methods * A Q&A session to address any specific concerns 🎉 Don’t miss this rare opportunity to enhance your exam preparation! 🎉
 Learn high-efficiency study methods and exam techniques from top students to boost your confidence. Whether you need last-minute study tips or long-term academic guidance, our speakers will provide practical advice to help you excel! 🔗 Register via: https://lnkd.in/gjsEAXHB 🙌🏻Prepare your questions and sign up now to join our workshop—you're sure to gain valuable insights! Light refreshments will be provided at the event!

🌟CLSS x COL Workshop: How To Write The Perfect Elevator Pitch 🌟 At the beginning of the new semester, we are excited to invite you to the "Legal Career Skills and Job Hunting Techniques" workshop, co-hosted by CLSS and the College of Law (COL). This interactive workshop is an opportunity you will want to take advantage of!🤩 📚 During this workshop, you'll learn how to effectively articulate your ideas, present a professional image, and leave a lasting impression within a short period. These skills are not only crucial for legal professionals but also highly valuable for professionals across various fields. Whether you're a graduating student about to enter the workforce or an experienced professional looking to enhance your career skills, this workshop is perfect for you! 🙌🏻 Join us to improve your communication skills and create a great first impression on your future employer! 📅 Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Sydney Time
📍 Location: Law Lounge, Level 1, New Law Building, University of Sydney 🔗 Registration: via the link: https://lnkd.in/g8i4Sbnb Light refreshments will be provided during the event.