2021

Articles

Law School team named Jessup Moot world champions

The University of Sydney team has been crowned the world champions of the prestigious Philip C Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition.

The winning shark-tank pitch that aims to save the planet

The winners of the Summer Innovation Program 2021, the Sustainability team, speak about their winning idea, Offset October, and their ambitious plans to combat climate change.

Law School academics recognised in Best Lawyers Australia 2022

Best Lawyers is a respected peer review publication, highlighting the extraordinary accomplishments of the legal profession. Recognition in the publication is regarded as a significant honour.

Where can a Juris Doctor degree lead you?

The Juris Doctor in Australia is a highly regarded graduate entry degree. At the University of Sydney School of Law we prepare professional lawyers with strong analysis, research, writing and advocacy skills.

In conversation with three Bachelor of Laws students

Three Bachelor of Laws students speak about their experiences studying law at Sydney Law School.

Scientists put the stopwatch on cannabis intoxication

New analysis from the Lambert Initiative defines durations of impairment after inhaled or oral THC doses. Findings raise questions about current drug-driving laws, which penalise for THC presence, not intoxication levels.

Consent laws aren't the reason for low sexual assault conviction rates

An app won't fix issues associated with consent in sexual encounters, writes rape law expert and Dean, Sydney Law School, Professor Simon Bronitt.

People with dementia need more support for decision-making

People living with dementia need support to make their own lifestyle and health care decisions. Supported decision-making can secure the rights, will and preferences of people with disabilities.

Climate change and the complexities of valuing water

On World Water Day, Dr Kate Owens speaks about her research into climate change, water scarcity and coal seam gas mining.

Misconceptions about sexual assault perpetuate injustice

Sydney Law School's Professor Rita Shackel talks about her research on the misunderstandings surrounding sexual assault, and justice for victims and survivors.