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Established in 1855, Sydney Law School is an international pioneer in legal education. It delivers Australia's largest LLM and postgraduate coursework program in law and Australia's most reputable undergraduate law degree.

01/06/2026

A message from Dean and Head of School Professor Fleur Johns, on behalf of the Sydney Law School community.

Congratulations to all our outstanding winners at the 2026 Sydney Law School Prize Giving Ceremony.

Today we celebrate your dedication, resilience and outstanding achievements.

We’re proud of all you’ve accomplished and look forward to the impact you’ll make in the legal profession, public life and beyond.

Congratulations to Paul Ellis on being admitted as an Honorary Fellow of the University of Sydney.Over more than a decad...
21/05/2026

Congratulations to Paul Ellis on being admitted as an Honorary Fellow of the University of Sydney.

Over more than a decade of service to the University, Mr Ellis has brought outstanding legal expertise, leadership and mentorship to major infrastructure projects that have strengthened our research, teaching and student experience.

His enduring contribution to the University community reflects a deep commitment to collaboration, excellence and public service.

New national research from the Sydney Law School has found that the rapid expansion of digital and remote technologies i...
19/05/2026

New national research from the Sydney Law School has found that the rapid expansion of digital and remote technologies in criminal courts has created uneven and sometimes harmful impacts on vulnerable people navigating the criminal justice system.

Read more: http://srkr.io/6187BDYc

04/05/2026

Today we’re launching the Sydney Law School Strategy 2026–2028 – focused on supporting our students and future legal leaders.

We’re committed to:
• helping students thrive
• supporting world-class research, with our researchers collaborating with colleagues and external partners to tackle the hardest questions of our time
• advancing Indigenous legal knowledges
• engaging critically and constructively with AI and emerging tech

All grounded in a community of respect and support.
We’re building a more connected, future-focused Law School for the next generation of legal thinkers and leaders.

Interested in collaborating? We’d love to connect.

Read more about our strategic direction: https://go.sydney.edu.au/66W7VJ

Raising the Bar is back!Big ideas. Local bars. One unforgettable night. Join us as researchers and academics from the Un...
01/05/2026

Raising the Bar is back!

Big ideas. Local bars. One unforgettable night. Join us as researchers and academics from the University of Sydney share fresh ideas and cutting‑edge research shaping our world.

🎟️ 20 free talks
📍 10 inner‑city bars
🗓️ Thursday 7 May, from 6:30pm

See the full line‑up: http://srkr.io/6188BBnq

Last night on Judgment: Cases that Changed Australia, Professor Mary Crock brought her expertise to a national audience ...
28/04/2026

Last night on Judgment: Cases that Changed Australia, Professor Mary Crock brought her expertise to a national audience — unpacking the landmark legal decisions that continue to shape Australia today.

Appearing in Episode 3, We Will Decide, Professor Crock offered insight into the legal and human dimensions of migration law, drawing on decades of research and advocacy in the field.

You can watch the episode and entire series now on ABC iview.

21/04/2026

In a conversation bridging generations, Sydney Law School alum the Honourable Ruth McColl AO SC sat down with current student Gwen Rumbel to discuss diversity within the legal profession and how a curriculum refresh now embeds Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge within the foundation of legal studies.

Read more: http://srkr.io/6185B61v

Raising the Bar returns Thursday 7 May! Enjoy 20 free talks across 10 inner‑city bars, including Dr Christopher Rudge fr...
14/04/2026

Raising the Bar returns Thursday 7 May! Enjoy 20 free talks across 10 inner‑city bars, including Dr Christopher Rudge from the Sydney Law School on customised DNA and the legal questions it raises.

Your DNA can now be customised - should we legalise it?
📅 Thursday 7 May, 6.30-7.15pm
🌇 New Brittania, 103 Cleveland St, Darlington
Book your free ticket now https://go.sydney.edu.au/f7WZPy

⚖️ Law has been ranked 17th globally in the 2026 QS World University Rankings by SubjectThe QS subject rankings include ...
26/03/2026

⚖️ Law has been ranked 17th globally in the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject

The QS subject rankings include measures of academic and employer reputation, and research excellence, including citations and international research network.

Read more: https://go.sydney.edu.au/v8L09q

Yesterday, students of Michael Sevel's seminar on The Rule of Law and its Value were treated to a special guest visit by...
25/03/2026

Yesterday, students of Michael Sevel's seminar on The Rule of Law and its Value were treated to a special guest visit by Sydney Law School alum and the 29th Prime Minister of Australia, Malcolm Turnbull.

Students asked many astute questions, calling on Malcolm's lifelong experience in business, law and politics. A wonderful opportunity and unforgettable experience for all!

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Sydney, NSW
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