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I'd Like to Join Your Professional Network on LinkedIn

Aug 23, 2021
3 min

I'd Like to Join Your Professional Network on LinkedIn

You know you’re a law or business student when checking LinkedIn becomes a part of your morning social media routine. The Notre Dame Sydney Business Society’s Communication Director, Heath Cauchi, shared with me his reasons why you should have a LinkedIn profile (yesterday) and his top tips to help your profile stand out. Crafting Your Personal Brand Similar to your CV, your LinkedIn Profile is a great way to showcase your experience and professional brand. Make sure you uplo

The 5 Types of Questions Interviewers Love Asking Law Students

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Aug 16, 2021
4 min

The 5 Types of Questions Interviewers Love Asking Law Students

While each interview experience is unique, I think I've finally cracked the code! 1. Personal Information Most interviewers will ease you in with very similar questions: Who are you? Why are you here? The interviewer is essentially asking you to verify the credentials that you have included in your CV or Cover Letter. You should be expecting these types of questions so it is the perfect time to collect yourself and settle in. Interviewers may also ask questions that are speci

Tell Us More, Tell Us More: Perfecting Your Cover Letter

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Aug 9, 2021
3 min

Tell Us More, Tell Us More: Perfecting Your Cover Letter

You’re casually scrolling on LinkedIn when you see your dream job has just advertised a new vacancy – and you’d be perfect for it! Now what? How do you secure your interview spot, becoming one step closer to making your dream a reality? You’ve already perfected your CV, so all that’s left is nailing that Cover Letter! A Cover Letter is a formal letter that introduces you to a prospective employer, and includes all the relevant information to determine whether you would be sui

You’re the One that We Want: Perfecting Your CV

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Aug 2, 2021
3 min

You’re the One that We Want: Perfecting Your CV

Perfecting your Curriculum Vitae (or CV for those who don’t speak Latin) is the first step to getting noticed by potential employers. Think of your CV as a first impression – would it get you an interview? Your CV should be your introduction to a prospective employer and include all the relevant information to determine whether you would be suitable for the job, showcasing your strengths across a variety of areas. Shorter is Sweeter You should try to make your CV as succinct

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Jul 26, 2021
4 min

The Dos and Don'ts of Law School

The Notre Dame Sydney Law Society presents what to do (and what not to do) during your time at Law School. Do get involved in campus culture Make the most out of your university experience by taking a break from your studies to create some great friendships (and memories!). Start by joining a Club or Society (or get some friends together and start your own!) and let the fun begin! The NDSLS has some exciting events and competitions planned for Semester 2 so keep an eye on our

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Apr 25, 2021
5 min

Work Smarter, Not Harder

If you know me at all you might be wondering, “why is Alicia writing a blog about time management? I’m pretty sure she pulled another all-nighter last week?”. I asked some other final year law students (who don’t always leave their assignments to the last minute) to share some of the tips and techniques they’ve learnt along the way that have gotten them through Law School so far! 1. EAT THE FROG! Mark Twain once said, “If it’s your job to eat a frog, it’s best to do it first

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Apr 19, 2021
4 min

Finding Your Feet in Careers Week

Being in my final year, the pressure is definitely on to find work after Law School – but don’t lose hope! In Week 9, the Notre Dame Sydney Law Society is bringing back ‘Careers Week’ for 2021! With presentations from some of Sydney’s top law firms running between April 26 – May 5; Careers Week could be the perfect opportunity for you to jump start your career. It can be pretty daunting attending Careers events in the early stages of your degree, but don’t fret, the NDSLS hav

How to Make the Most Out of Your Mid-Semester Break

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Apr 5, 2021
3 min

How to Make the Most Out of Your Mid-Semester Break

We are nearly halfway through Semester 1, and the Non-Teaching Week couldn’t have come at a better time! With assessment deadlines rapidly approaching, and exhaustion setting in, it’s the perfect time to get your head back in the game. I have compiled a list of some helpful tips to ensure that you make the most out of your mid-semester break – so that you don’t spend the week just sitting around eating leftover chocolate! 1. Regenerate One of the first things you should be do

8 Australian Legal Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Mar 15, 2021
3 min

8 Australian Legal Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

There are some fantastic resources available if you are looking to learn more about the law in practice, and to hear Australian and international legal professionals speak firsthand about their experiences in the law - rather than just watching Harvey Specter. Because it’s 2021, a great way to do this is through podcasts! I have complied a list of 8 essential Australian legal podcasts that are perfect for you to listen to on your way to law school. 1. Gertie’s Law Released by

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Mar 8, 2021
3 min

5 Minutes With… Ebony Billett

I had the pleasure of chatting with Ebony Billett to ask her some burning questions about her experiences as a law student and as the President of the NDSLS. Q. What degree are you studying? A Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts (Politics and Journalism). Q. Why did you choose to study at Notre Dame? Notre Dame is a smaller university; the lecturers know you on a name-by-name basis and you’re not just a number. Q. Have you always wanted to study law? No! Back in the day I wante

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Mar 5, 2021
2 min

Partners in Crime

Making friends at university can be daunting, and it may take some time to feel like you truly ‘fit in’. I am very lucky to have made a fantastic group of friends throughout my degree, but I didn’t immediately meet all the friends that I have today. It wasn’t until the first day of second year, when I was running late to class and sat in the only seat available, that I met one of my closest friends. I introduced myself and, as it turned out, she lived just down the road from

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Feb 26, 2021
2 min

Zoom Etiquette

Congratulations on completing your first week of law for 2021! For many of you, this may have been be online; but never fear, I have some tips for you to make online learning a breeze! Technology has had an increasing impact on the legal profession, particularly in the last twelve months. Technology is used to gather evidence, for video hearings, to be time and cost efficient for clients, to better collaborate with colleagues, and to go paperless! It is important that we all

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Dec 27, 2020
2 min

Welcome to Law School

I would like start by welcoming you all to another fantastic year of studying and socialising (we can only hope!) at Notre Dame in 2021! I would also like congratulate our First Year Students for being accepted into university and choosing to study with us at Notre Dame! This inaugural blog post is for you! Here are some important tips to get you ready for your first week of Law School! Emails & Blackboard It is super important to regularly check your university email and Bla