Victorian Law Week is in order from May 15 and, with more than 200 events in the line-up, it’s sure to do the festival justice.
Do you have a legal question to an everyday problem?
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Are you unclear on your rights?
Are you in need of legal help?
Making learning about the law easy, Victorian Law Week’s program of events is an expansive range of informative and entertaining topics.
There is something to pique the interests of everyone, from notable discussions about associates in the courtroom, to an eye-opening look at the Protest Melbourne exhibition.
Below, catch a glimpse into Victorian Law Week’s in-person and online offerings:
Free no-obligation will review with an experienced lawyer
A person’s will is no easy discussion. That’s why the team at Grainger Legal, a locally-owned law firm in regional Victoria, is taking the burden out of preparing a will.
Offering free, no-obligation appointments, Grainger Legal’s experienced lawyers will review or draft your will, ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes.
As review appointments would normally be charged at a fixed rate of $150, this event is an amazing opportunity to take advantage of.
Registrations are essential online, via phone on (03) 5407 0161 or email info@graingerlegal.com.au
When: running throughout the week, from 9am to 5pm.
Cost: free event.
Location: online.
Protest Melbourne exhibition
Have you ever wondered how important the right to protest in a democracy is?
The Protest Melbourne exhibition answers all your questions through a historical and current showcase of protests past.
From the 1840s when Melburnians voiced for the right to vote, to more recent rallies in support of climate action, this thought-provoking event attempts to discover the significance of the right to protest.
When: open throughout the week, from 10am to 4pm.
Cost: free event.
Location: Old Treasury Building, 20 Spring St, Melbourne.
Get “court” at the Shepparton Library
Leading Senior Constable Chris Cole will be at the Shepparton Library to provide valuable teachings on the role of the police prosecutor.
Mr Cole’s valuable insight covers a range of topics and gives an in-depth look at the operations of the Magistrate’s Court, Children’s Court and Specialist Family Violence Court.
Bookings can be made on 1300 374 765 or email shepparton@gvlibraries.com.au
When: Thursday, May 18, from 1pm to 2pm.
Cost: Free.
Location: Shepparton Library.
Got a fine? Talk to Victoria Legal Aid at the Tatura Library
Having trouble paying for Victorian fines?
Do you think your behaviour that led to said fine wasn’t law-breaking?
Were there special circumstances that made breaking the law out of your control or understandable?
Look no further than this workshop.
Tatura Library will host a free, confidential 30-minute conversation with a Victoria Legal Aid lawyer to assist you in understanding your options and developing strategies for how to deal with your fines.
Availability is limited. Register now by calling Victoria Legal Aid in Shepparton on (03) 5823 6200.
When: Thursday, May 18, from 2pm to 5pm.
Cost: Free.
Location: Tatura Library.
What is it like to be an associate to a judge?
A panel of County Court of Victoria associates is giving a behind-the-scenes look into the world of an associate.
Drawing on panel members’ personal experiences, this insightful discussion capitalises on the differing roles in the court of law.
When: on demand.
Cost: free.
Location: online.
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