Resources to help you develop as an Early Career Lawyer
QLS and the Future Leaders Committee understand that the first few years of practise can be among the most challenging in a lawyer's career. It’s base camp and the path to the summit can seem daunting!
We want to make sure you stay connected, be it through social networking events, bespoke professional development courses or information and resources that will help your career development.
Whatever path you choose to take, we are here to support you.
To get in contact, email futureleaders@qls.com.au
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Meet Madeline Torrisi, Graduate at Hamilton Locke and read her insights on Graduate life and how to prepare for that all-important interview.
What's Happening
What's Happening | March 2024
We're back with your monthly list of things to keep you occupied, informed, and entertained!
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Briefing an expert in the Federal Court
This article highlights particular considerations for practitioners when briefing an expert in the Federal Court.
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The Future Leaders Committee (FLC) is an elected group of Early Career Lawyers advocating for you and advising QLS on the needs and interests of you and your peers.
Meet the committee
Advance your career, grow your network and improve your skills. Find out more about the benefits of becoming a Queensland Law Society member.
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District Law Associations (DLA) throughout Queensland support lawyers locally through professional development opportunities, social events and advocacy.
Find your local associationResources
Start here to help drive your career in law in the right direction. Choose from a range of resources that will guide, inform and educate.
Getting started
Looking for industry bodies or resources relevant to your area of practice? Connect with a range of organisations here.
More informationThe Callover
The Callover is a Queensland Law Society podcast created by young lawyers, for young lawyers. New episodes monthly!
More informationLegal Professional privilege
An important aspect of legal practise is to retain the confidential information and material we gain from our client.
This webinar will examine the following:
- What is confidentiality?
- The duration of confidentiality
- The exceptions to confidentiality
- When can you claim legal professional privilege?
- The difference between confidentiality and legal professional privilege
- The circumstances when a solicitor may be faced with challenging legal issues and whether privilege should be asserted.
Young Lawyers Ball
The QLS Young Lawyers Ball is back for 2024, presented by the QLS Future Leaders Committee and Queensland Young Lawyers Chamber!
As the leaders of tomorrow, we encourage you to corral your friends and colleagues together for a night of good music, good food, good drinks and even better vibes.
Hosted at one of Brisbane’s chicest venues, The Calile Hotel, where else would you rather be on a Saturday night?
This is the perfect excuse to get glam and socialise with a wide cross section of your professional peers.
Register NowWellbeing
Whether you are a partner or in the first year of PAE, the profession can be challenging.
Access a range of resources to help find your balance.
Using Smartphones for Good: Working Towards Wellbeing
We can’t make smart phones go away, they are far too useful. So we probably should try to find ways to use them for good. Evidence has shown that photo scrolling can have a mood lifting effect.
Increasing Physical Activity: Working Towards Wellbeing
Physical activity is intentional activity that involves moving our body and working our muscles. In other words, it doesn’t only mean aerobic exercise, playing sport or going to the gym. Any little bit of extra physical activity you can do in a day is beneficial to your physical and emotional wellbeing.
Mood Monitoring: Working Towards Wellbeing
Mood monitoring or mood tracking is exactly what the name suggests – keeping a record of your moods over time. Keeping track of our moods can help to better understand our emotions and understand what may trigger changes in mood.
LawCare
Exclusively for members - 24hr confidential, personal and professional support.
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Member benefits
Membership is more than just CPD and events. You can access discounts and special opportunities through your QLS membership for cars, electronics, flights and more.
The Iconic
The leading brand for fashion and lifestyle across Australia and New Zealand, The Iconic offers a solution to any occasion. QLS members get a 20% off selected full priced items*.
Qantas
As a member of Queensland Law Society you will enjoy exclusive offers on services provided by The Qantas Club.
Virgin Australia
Domestic and International Short-Haul discounts of up to 5% in Economy or 6% in Business Class.
Discounted gift cards
Through Member Benefits Australia online platform, QLS members can access various discounted gift cards for big brands.
Secure Parking
Secure parking is offering QLS members a 10% discount on all parking products across Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast car parks (excluding Early Bird).
More benefits
Visit the QLS Member Rewards shopping platform, powered by Member Benefits Australia. Explore the full range of big brand offers including automotive, travel, electronics, entertainment, gift cards and more.