About
UTS Law Students’ Society (‘UTS LSS’) is the peak representative body for UTS law students. As the largest student-run organisation at UTS, the LSS aims to elevate the standard of university life for UTS law students to its utmost potential. We do this by meeting their educational, vocational and social needs.
UTS LSS supports an open door policy and welcomes any ideas, concerns or thoughts regarding studying law at UTS. You are welcome to visit the UTS LSS office located in CB02.14.104 at any time to get to know us a little better.
UTS Law Students’ Society would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation upon whose ancestral lands our city campus now stands. We would also like to pay respects to Elders both past and present, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for this land.
Announcements
UTS LSS Intervarsity Negotiations
Registration is now OPEN for the 2021 UTS LSS Intervarsity Negotiation Competition.
The UTS LSS Intervarsity Negotiation is an annual intervarsity tournament hosted by UTS and the largest intervarsity competition hosted by our Law Students’ Society.
This competition allows students to hone their skills at the negotiation table against some of the finest intervarsity competitors. Negotiation is a battle of two teams, each comprising of two solicitors, who face off in a legal dispute between their clients.
This prestigious competition will be held over the weekend of 15 – 16 May 2021. Due to the ongoing uncertainty of COVID-19, the competition will be taking place electronically this year. Through the use of online video software Zoom, two teams and a Judge will enter a common online meeting and the negotiation will take place from the comfort of your own home.
Upon application, two teams will be selected to represent UTS. Individuals and teams of two are welcome to apply at the link below.
Registrations will close on 30 April 2021.
Should you have any further questions regarding the competition, please do not hesitate to contact Sammy Kotsakis at intervarsity.skills@utslss.com.
UTS LSS Law Cruise: Cowboys vs Aliens
Have you ever wondered what would happen if Cowboys and Aliens went to war…? Well look no further than the 2021 UTS Law Cruise!
The event of the year is upon us, and we want this infamous battle to be settled once and for all. Who will make it out on top – Cowboys or Aliens? Let the game begin!🤠👽
Step on board our luxurious boat to witness the bright lights of Sydney Harbour from a whole new perspective, with an UNLIMITED BAR TAB, a wide array of FOOD, and endless banging TUNES!
Your ticket includes:
🛥️3 hours of scenic cruising through the beautiful Sydney Harbour 🛥️
🥂 An UNLIMITED bar
🍕Plenty of NIBBLES
🎶 An endless loop of BANGERS
🍻 Entry to our after party at The Port Darling Harbour with a BAR TAB
Details:
📅 DATE: Friday 23 April 2021
🕑 TIME: 7:30pm – late
🛥️ WHERE: The Bella Vista
📍 MEETING POINT: The Casino Wharf, Pyrmont
Tickets will be on sale soon! Click GOING on the Facebook event so you don’t miss a thing.
If you have any questions please email socials@utslss.com
Clerkship Seminar Series
The annual UTS LSS Clerkship Seminar Series is returning in 2021! This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with some of the most prestigious firms in the industry to find out what each one can offer you…and gain some insider-info on how to put your best foot forward in applications!
The series will be running from 12 April – 29 April at 1 PM – 2 PM.
To register for the series of presentations from a wide range of firms use the registration link below.
Please contact Cassy Reilly at vpca@utslss.com with any questions
Law School Manual 2021
The Law School Manual (LSM) is a first year law student’s ultimate starter guide to the challenging, yet highly rewarding degree that is law at UTS.
Published annually by the UTS Law Students’ Society, the LSM is full of knowledge and guidance that will make your time at UTS the best it possibly can be!
COVID-19 NOTICE
An update from the Society: we’ve missed you
Early last year, the UTS Law Students’ Society made the decision the cancel all our in-person events and initiatives as part of the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. As the NSW government announces the easing of restrictions moving into 2021, we are excited to announce that we are looking to bring our events back in-person next year.
We are still working with UTS, ActivateUTS and the relevant government authorities on what the new guidelines mean for you and our Society, and we will continue to update you via our website, email and Facebook page.
The easing of restrictions will be a new phase for the Society. As we look to bring events back in person, we are committed to doing our best to keep up to date with UTS, ActivateUTS and government regulations, keeping our members informed and implementing all measures to ensure your safety and the safety of the community.
We look forward to welcoming you back in 2021. We thank our members for their patience as we navigate these unchartered territories. Please continue to take care of yourselves, and feel free to reach out to Vicky at president@utslss.com or any other UTS LSS Councillor if we can be of any assistance.