Australian Lawyers for Human Rights Annual Dinner 2013

Hosted with the support of the International Law Association and the International Commission of Jurists

Please join us for an evening with special guest Dan Mori

When: Friday 3 May 2013, 7pm - 11pm

Where: Sky Phoenix Restaurant
Level 6, Shop 6001, 188 Pitt St, Sydney

Bookings: To book your tickets, please click here.

About: Mr Mori is a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Marine Corps. He volunteered to represent Guantánamo Bay detainees and was appointed military defence lawyer for Australian citizen David Hicks in 2003. He was responsible for the defence of David Hicks until the conclusion of proceedings in 2007.

In June 2007 Dan was presented with an honorary membership of the Australian Bar Association for his defence of David Hicks and, in October 2007, he was awarded a civil justice award from the Australian Lawyers Alliance as ?recognition by the legal profession of unsung heroes who, despite personal risk or sacrifice, have fought to preserve individual rights, human dignity or safety?.

In July 2012, Dan moved to Melbourne to practice with law firm Shine Lawyers in their national social justice department and is currently completing the study required to enable him to practice law in Australia.

More Information: Please contact the NSW Convenors at alhr.nsw@gmail.com

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Public International Law (PIL) Moot Competition

Calling all mooters, international law enthusiasts and orators in the making. The Victorian Chapter has launched its first Public International Law Moot, to take place between March and June 2013. The competition is for law graduates and young lawyers.

This is an exciting opportunity to practice your advocacy skills, receive training on advocacy and international law fundamentals and connect with leaders in the field. Click here for more information. Registration of teams will open in 2013. To pre-register your interest, go to http://j.mp/ILAMoot

Trina Malone
Secretary, Victorian Chapter of the International Law Association (Australian Branch)

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Victorian Chapter’s December 2012 newsletter

Please click here to read our latest newsletter, which features:

• articles on the classification of war; transnational crimes; and expropriations law;
• an interview with John Denton, CEO, Corrs Chambers Westgarth; and
• member information on events and opportunities to become involved.

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NEW ONLINE PAYMENT FORM

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The International Law Association has over 50 branches worldwide and a growing membership of academics and practicing professionals with an interest in international law. Membership is available to all persons (professional or student) interested in international law. Membership is for one financial year and your membership application and Australian International Law Journal subscription can now all be paid simply and securely online... just click here.