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The legacy of Lake Pedder: how the world’s first Green Party was born

In an effort to save Lake Pedder from a hydro-electricity scheme, the world’s first environmental political party was formed in Tasmania writes Benjamin J. Richardson.

Why do 'living people' believe they have immunity from the law?

The beat goes on, but police and researchers are now in sync

From Hobart to The Hague

Matias Thomsen has used his law degree to help prosecute war criminals.

From Tassie's law school to US courtroom

Law student Sam Wilson shares his winter internship experience in Cape Cod.

Law students shine on world stage

Small law school leaves big impression on the world stage in global competition in Africa.

Sharing stories of the Law School

Grace Williams’ Loving Law podcast series features scholars and students at the Law School.

Leah's law: Seeking a better outcome for her mob

Care provided by the Riawunna Centre helped smooth the road ahead for this award-winning indigenous lawyer.

Arts/Law students set for overseas internships

The opportunity of a lifetime to explore human rights and international relations in Asia with the New Colombo Plan Scholarship.

International Justice Initiative: A Year In Review

From supporting the United Nations Development Programme and International Criminal Court to attending the Bangkok Climate Change Conference, it's been a productive year for Law students.

Congratulations to the Faculty of Law's Jessup Moot Team

Find out how Faculty of Law students punched well above their weight as contenders in world's largest moot court competition.

Law, life coaching and the breath between

How Dr Kate Cashman built a career from the “two parts of her personality.”

A Law School with awesome opportunities

A focus on practical learning means studying is never boring for Law student Daniella Phillips.

We need to think about the legal implications of futuristic biotech

With great leaps forward in biotechnology come complex ethical dilemmas. Here’s how researchers plan on solving them.

The data that makes you, you

How do we manage an avalanche of genetic data?

Legal eagle flies Strait

International humanitarian law expert Professor Tim McCormack has returned to Tasmania to take up a position as the new Dean of Law.

From Malaysia to Tasmania for the love of Law

International student Gina Goh is the recipient of the Malaysia Law Scholarship.

Cutting edge fields of law

Changing values and technological advancements are driving rapid change.

The top 5 things to do at Hobart Open Day if society fascinates you

Open Day is just around the corner!

The wisdom of... Olivia Rundle

Insights from UTAS' Law School community.