NZLSA Conference and Paper Presentation National Final
Wednesday, 28th August – Sunday, 1st September
After refining their skills against the Australian, the University winners get to compete against each other to see who will be the 2024 NZLSA Paper Presentation Champion Research, and write a legal essay on a topic of your choice and present it to a panel of Judges.
https://youtu.be/e6bT_TaRC0E
AULSS Coffee Cart
Tuesday, 1st October | University of Auckland
Wellness Week is hosted by AULSS each semester ahead of exams, and consists of a series of events designed to boost law student morale. It forms a core part of AULSS‘s wellbeing focus and function as a support system for our law student cohort.
VUWLSS Study sessions
Every week of Semester 1 & 2 | Victoria University of Wellington
Study Groups run weekly for 200 level students across the core papers. These are run in person. The content of the sessions themselves is self-lead by the students. We facilitate their space, snacks and support of one another.
Auckland University Law Review Legal Writing & Research Workshop
Wednesday, 28th August 2024
LexisNexis New Zealand was pleased to sponsor the Auckland University Law Review Legal Writing & Research Workshop last week. The workshop was hosted by AULR Chief Editors Michaela Ryan-Lentini and Jack McKenzie.
The workshop focused on how to excel in exams and assignments for students at the beginning of their law school journey. It covered the basics of academic legal writing, note-taking, essay writing tips, and a breakdown of part 1 essay exemplars.
The AUT Law Awards celebrated students who demonstrated exceptional academic performance in their law courses during 2023.
Monday, 29th July 2024
LexisNexis is delighted to support these future legal professionals by sponsoring two prestigious awards, recognising their dedication and excellence in the field of law.
Anna Coddington – Awarded for excellence in Laws621 Public Law. Anna’s remarkable understanding and analysis of public law principles set her apart as a distinguished scholar in this essential area of legal study.
Michelle Delegat – Honored as the Best Part II Student. Michelle’s academic achievements and commitment to her studies have earned her this accolade, highlighting her as a rising star in the legal community. LexisNexis is committed to fostering the growth and success of law students, and we are proud to contribute to their academic journey through these awards.
Congratulations to Anna and Michelle on their impressive accomplishments.
Australian Law Students' Association Conference 2024 – Australian Academy of Law Paper Presentation Competition Hobart, Australia
Sunday, 14th July 2024
It’s the Gala Dinner and Awards ceremony—a night dedicated to celebrating and recognizing the remarkable competitors from the week’s conference competitions, with Kiwis shining in three Competition Finals. The highlight for us was the Paper Presentation, where Sameer Mandhan (VUWLSS) was crowned the Grand Champion for the 2024 AAL Paper Presentation. Unfortunately, Sameer could not attend the event as he had to fly out on Sunday for work commitments—truly a champion! The next challenge for him will be to see if he can achieve the double by winning the NZLSA Paper Presentation competition in August in Christchurch.
Wednesday, 10th July 2024
As part of the LexisNexis New Zealand NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition sponsorship, the top contestant from each New Zealand university earns the opportunity to compete in the ALSA Competition in Hobart before returning to New Zealand for the NZLSA National Competition.
The ALSA Paper Presentation Competition is currently being held at the Tasmania University Law Society in Hobart. New Zealand's representatives are competing alongside their Australian counterparts in a day of stimulating presentations. The New Zealand competitors are:
- Isabelle Painter (LAWSOC)
- Abby Owsley (WULSA)
- Sameer Mandhan (VUWLSS)
- Neil Hutton (AULSS)
Find out more about the NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://nzlsa.com/nzlsa-paper-presentation-competition
Find out more about the ALSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://alsa.asn.au/competitions/paper-presentation
Thursday 11th July 2024
After yesterday’s round, today marks the semi-finals. There are six competitors in the semi-finals, and our New Zealand semi-finalists are:
- Isabelle Painter (LAWSOC)
- Abby Owsley (WULSA)
- Sameer Mandhan (VUWLSS)
- Neil Hutton (AULSS)
Find out more about the NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://lnkd.in/grChgPQv
Find out more about the ALSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://lnkd.in/gMcjkvTH
Friday 12th July 2024
At the ALSA Break Night at the Waterline Lounge Bar and Eatery, the competition finalists were announced. It is a great delight to see the New Zealand teams excel, securing both spots in the Grand Final.
The finalists for the 2024 AAL Paper Presentation are:
- Sameer Mandhan (VUWLSS)
- Neil Hutton (AULSS)
Saturday 13th July 2024
It’s the Grand Final night! It's a great delight to see the New Zealand teams excel, taking both spots in the finals. The finalists for the 2024 AAL Paper Presentation are:
- Sameer Mandhan (VUWLSS)
- Neil Hutton (AULSS)
The winner will be announced Sunday night at the Conference Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony.
AULSS O Week BBQ sponsored by LexisNexis
Tuesday, 27th February 2024
On Tuesday, we had a great afternoon on campus at Auckland University. Outside the Davis Law Library free BBQ sausages were cooked by the AULSS executive to welcome law students to Semester 1 2024. The rain was kind enough to disappear minutes before the BBQ started and the afternoon sun ensured a great afternoon was had. Students were treated to gifts of socks and playing cards to help them on their journey. A big THANK YOU to the AULSS executive for arranging the session.
SOULS Paper Presentation Final 2024
Thursday, 11th April | University of Otago
Thursday 11th April, the NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition is underway with the first Final Competition being held on campus at University of Otago. SOULS have found their champion who will now progress with the other NZ Law Association winners to Hobart in July to compete in the Australian Law Students Association (ALSA) competition and then in September compete at the NZLSA Competition in Christchurch.
The 2 Finalists were: Emily Rich - whose topic was “Navigating the Complexities of International Humanitarian Law: A Critical Analysis of Article B of the Rome Statute”, and Conor Evans - whose topic was “Regulating the Minefield: An Overview of Regulating Blockchain”. The SOULS Final was a close competition resulting in Conor winning to become the 2024 SOULS Paper Presentation Champion. Congratulations to Conor and well-done Emily for 2 wonderful papers.
Find out more about the NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://nzlsa.com/nzlsa-paper-presentation-competition/
Find our more about the ALSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://alsa.asn.au/competitions/paper-presentation
Waikato New Lawyers Speed Networking
Friday, 15th March 2024
LexisNexis was proud to support the Waikato New Lawyers Speed Networking night in association with Waikato University Law Students Association (WULSA). Lawyers on one side of the table, law students on the other. 5-minute conversations rotating through the groups to chat and understand what the future as a lawyer looks like.
Picture That
Tuesday, 9th April 2024 | Waikato University Asian Law Students Association
LexisNexis was proud to support the WALSA “Picture That” evening. A night of competitive team Pictionary. Lots of laughs as we attempted to turn words into pictures such as “Frog on a rock” and “Dora the Explorer” Well done to all competitors and the committee for arranging a great event.
WULSA Paper Presentation Final
Wednesday, 1st May 2024
The NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition arrived in Waikato with their Final Competition being held on campus at University of Waikato. WULSA have found their champion who will now progress with the other NZ Law Association winners to Hobart in July to compete in the Australian Law Students Association (ALSA) competition and then in September compete at the NZLSA Competition in Christchurch.
The 3 Finalists were:
- Anish Patel - whose topic was “Why is A.I. important today/Why should we have legislation tailored to A.I.“,
- Rohan D’Souza - whose topic was “Customary Law – Embedding Tikanga into Legal Education” and
- Abigail Owsley whose topic was “Tikanga and Taiao”.
Congratulations to Abigail who becomes the 2024 WULSA Paper Presentation Champion and well-done Anish and Rohan for wonderful papers.
Find out more about the NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://lnkd.in/grChgPQv
Find out more about the ALSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://lnkd.in/gMcjkvTH
SOULS Quiz Night
Tuesday, 7th May 2024
A cold night and a hot Quiz was the perfect pair in Dunedin tonight. The Bog was full of inquisitive legal minds battling it out in teams to answer questions both weird and wonderful. Well done to our Quiz master Sam who wrote the Quiz himself.
AUTLSS Paper Presentation Final 2024
Thursday, 9th May 2024
The NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition saw the opportunity for AUTLSS to find their campus champion. Their champion will now progress with the other New Zealand Law Students' Association winners to Hobart in July to compete in the Australian Law Students' Association Law Students Association (ALSA) competition and then in September compete at the NZLSA Competition in Christchurch.
The 2 Finalists were:
- Molly-Love Louise whose topic was “the case of Smith v Fonterra” and
- Annaliese Wadsworth whose topic was “How the legal system in Aotearoa New Zealand can strengthen measures to better safeguard victims of stalking”
The AUTLSS Final was a close competition resulting in Molly-Love Louise winning to become the 2024 AUTLSS Paper Presentation Champion. Congratulations to Molly-Love!
A special Thank You to the judges Mike French and Trish Buckley-Andre
Find out more about the NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://nzlsa.com/nzlsa-paper-presentation-competition/
Find out more about the ALSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://alsa.asn.au/competitions/paper-presentation
AULSS Paper Presentation Final
Tuesday, 14th May 2024
The NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition have arrived at University of Auckland!! AULSS have found their champion who will now progress with the other NZLSA winners to Hobart in July to compete in the Australian Law Students' Association (ALSA) competition and then in September compete at the New Zealand Law Students' Association NZLSA Competition in Christchurch.
The 2 Finalists were:
- Niel Hutton whose topic was “The Persisting Influence of Eugenics on New Zealand Law” and
- Sam Turner-O’Keefe whose topic was “The Charitable Paradox”
A special “Thank you” to our judges from Duncan Cotterill - Graeme Switzer & Jessica Wei.
Congrats to Sam who becomes the 2024 AULSS Paper Presentation Champion and well-done Niel for wonderful papers.
Find out more about the NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://lnkd.in/grChgPQv
Find out more about the ALSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://lnkd.in/gMcjkvTH
AUTLSS Semester 1 Study Wananga
Saturday, 18th May 2024
Over the weekend of the 18th May AUTLSS held their Semester 1 Study Wananga.
We had close to 100 people show up and the event was a great success, some students even agreed that it was their favourite exam wā that they've been to so far.
VUWLSS Paper Presentation Final 2024
Thursday, 23th May 2024
The NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition saw the opportunity for VUWLSS to find their campus champion. Their champion will now progress with the other New Zealand Law Students' Association winners to Hobart in July to compete in the Australian Law Students' Association Law Students Association (ALSA) competition and then in September compete at the NZLSA Competition in Christchurch.
The 3 Finalists were:
- James Macey - “More than a last resort: The constitutional role of the Supreme Court of New Zealand”
- Sameer Mandhan – “Putting unfair practices out to pasture: An analysis of New Zealand’s Retirement Village Industry through a consumer lens”.
- Caitlin Ashby – “Can a Search Engine be held liable for defamation?”
The VUWLSS Final was a close competition resulting in Sameer Mandhan winning to become the 2024 VUWLSS Paper Presentation Champion. Congratulations to Sameer!
A special Thank You to the judges Sebastian Bisley and Manraj Singh Rahi.
Find out more about the NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://nzlsa.com/nzlsa-paper-presentation-competition/
Find out more about the ALSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://alsa.asn.au/competitions/paper-presentation
LAWSOC BBQ
Wednesday, 29th May 2024
It’s lunchtime on campus at University of Canterbury and what better way to celebrate than a BBQ! This one is a little different- not a sausage in sight. LexisNexis New Zealand was pleased to sponsor this event for LAWSOC - The University of Canterbury Law Students' Society & the Asian Law Students Association.
On a cold winters day what is better than marinated beef (or tofu) in a locally baked French bread. A great effort as the team marinated the beef 3 days prior to the event - that’s commitment!
Topped off with your choice of LexisNexis socks or playing cards - the lunchtime event was a huge success - well done team!
LAWSOC Paper Presentation Final 2024
Wednesday, 29th May 2024
The NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition saw the opportunity for LAWSOC - The University of Canterbury Law Students' Society to find their campus champion. Their champion will now progress with the other New Zealand Law Students' Association' Association winners to Hobart in July to compete in the Australian Law Students' Association Law Students' Association Law Students Association (ALSA) competition and then in September compete at the NZLSA Competition in Christchurch.
The 2 Finalists were:
- Isabelle Painter whose topic was “Behind the Screens: Rethinking Gender-Based Violence in the Digital Era”
- Bethany Dawson whose topic was “Does the World Trade Organisation Need a New Approach to Improve Access to Vaccines?”
The LAWSOC Final was a close competition resulting in Isabelle Painter winning to become the 2024 LAWSOC Paper Presentation Champion.Congratulations to Isabelle!
A special Thank You to the judges W. John Hopkins, Annick Masselot and Trish Buckley-Andre
Find out more about the NZLSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://lnkd.in/grChgPQv
Find out more about the ALSA Paper Presentation Competition: https://lnkd.in/gMcjkvTH
