Criminal Law and Social Justice
Welcome to our page for those interested in criminal law and social justice!
We host events and initiatives targeting social justice issue and, raising awareness of careers within government agencies and in criminal law. Our aim is to provide greater networking and mentoring opportunities with organisations such as Legal Aid and the ODPP.
UPCOMING EVENTS
2024 BARRISTER SHADOWING PROGRAM
WALK IN MY SHOES PANEL EVENT
COMMUNITY LEGAL CENTRE & PRO BONO PANEL EVENT
2024 BARRISTER SHADOWING PROGRAM
Step into the exciting world of advocacy!
DWL is pleased to launch our 2024 Barrister Shadowing Program for PLT or 1-2 year PQE students.
Experience the thrill of the courtroom as you shadow an experienced advocate, gaining invaluable practical insights. Sponsored by Clyde & Co, the program will start with a mandatory launch and induction session on 16 May 2024.
Key Dates
Applications close: 8 April 2024
Successful participants notified: 29 April 2024
Mandatory launch and induction session: 16 May 2024 at Clyde & Co, Level 15, 333 George Street Sydney NSW 2000, or via Zoom.
Program duration: June 2024 - December 2024 (dates to be agreed with the Barrister)
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity! Register by 8 April 2024 to secure your spot.
2024 COURT OBSERVATION PROGRAM
Calling all penultimate or final year university students! Join DWL's Court Observation Program for an enriching one-day placement shadowing a judicial officer in the Local, District, or Supreme Court of NSW.
Witness firsthand the complexity of civil or criminal hearings, immersing yourself in courtroom procedure and practice. Sponsored by Clyde & Co Sydney, the program will start with a mandatory launch and induction session on 16 May 2024.
Key Dates
Applications close: 8 April 2024
Successful participants notified: 29 April 2024
Mandatory launch and induction session: 16 May 2024 at Clyde & Co, Level 15, 333 George Street Sydney NSW 2000, or via Zoom.
Program duration: June 2024 - December 2024 (dates to be agreed with the Court)
Ready to explore the legal arena? Register now! Applications close on 8 April 2024.
PAST EVENTS IN 2023
DWL was excited to launch our mentoring program in 2023, sponsored by Allens!
This program was focussed on supporting and developing diverse women in the early and mid stages of their legal careers.
This initiative was aimed at empowering diverse women in the law by vesting them with practical tips, skills and opportunities to progress professionally.
DWL was thrilled to hold The Barrister Shadow Program and Court Observation Program Induction at DLA Piper on 24 May 2023.
With 31 judicial officers and 45 barristers taking part, the Induction proved to be a wonderful and insightful evening that proved an exciting start to both Programs. We would like to thank our panellists who inspired all attendees and helped make the Induction such a wonderful success.
DWL would also like to thank our wonderful moderators, Aanya Das and Isha Fay, and all volunteers and participants for their help on the day.
2022 DWL EVENTS
