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Discover your place in law

From tradition to innovation, we are the leading Law School in Western Australia.

Our pathways, programs and teaching excellence ensure we continue to educate remarkable graduates and global citizens.

Our research contributes to a fair and just society.

We earn the trust of the communities we serve.

Discover the power of legal thinking. Discover the enduring value of diverse legal minds. Discover your place in law.

Our vision
To be a world-class law school that nurtures diverse legal minds and inspires just and innovative approaches to the global challenges of the 21st century.

Our mission
To provide a creative and supportive teaching, learning and research environment of legal excellence that fosters critical thought, ethical scholarship and practice, and connects with diverse communities.

90 years of excellence

Ranked in top 100 law schools in the world (QS 2018)

First law school in WA and fifth in Australia

Inspiring students

UWA Chancellor the Hon Robert French AC traces his journey from the playground at St Louis School to breaking down barriers as a pioneer in the area of law.

Highly acclaimed teachers and researchers

UWA Law School comprises more than 50 scholars. Our staff are continually evolving to meet current and future predicted challenges, and we celebrate their international expertise and multidisciplinary areas of study. Our world-class researchers inspire just and innovative approaches to global challenges of the 21st century.

Professor Michael Blakeney

Michael Blakeney is a UWA Law School Winthrop Professor and an international authority on intellectual property and agriculture.

Dr Joe Clare

Assistant Professor Dr Joe Clare is a criminologist researching emergency first responders and prevention-focused policies at UWA’s Law School.

Nicole Wilson-Rogers

Nicole Wilson-Rogers is a lecturer and researcher in the UWA Law School in the Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Education.

Dr Sagi Peari

Dr Sagi Peari is a teacher and researcher in UWA’s Law School in the Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Education.

Professor Rick Krever

Professor Rick Krever is a researcher in taxation law and policy, working with international aid agencies and international organisations to help build revenue capacity in developing nations.

Associate Professor Sarah Murray

Sarah Murray’s legal and professional career is underpinned by her interest and expertise in community justice and using the law to create a positive impact on society. Practising first as a commercial and community lawyer, Sarah Murray is Associate Professor at UWA

Penny Carruthers

Penny Carruthers is a lecturer and Deputy Head of Learning and Teaching at UWA Law School, with a specialisation in property law. She aims to make law education engaging and inspiring for students.

Professor Natalie Skead

Professor Natalie Skead is UWA’s Dean of Law. She is a national award-winning teacher and prolific researcher in aspects of private law, proceeds of crime and legal education.

Kate Offer

Assistant Professor Kate Offer is a lecturer within UWA’s Law School in the Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Education.

Dr Ian Murray

Dr Ian Murray is a Senior Lecturer at the UWA Law School, researching in the areas of resources taxation, not-for-profit tax law and corporate governance.

Dr Marco Rizzi

Dr Marco Rizzi is an academic lawyer and senior lecturer with the Law School in the Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Education.

Courses

UWA Law School fosters excellence, integrity and inclusivity in student learning through a diverse and inspiring range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, teaching methods and learning environments. We are leaders in the scholarship of teaching and learning in law, and provide a world-class legal education experiences across all our programs.

Short Courses

Catering for busy professionals, our executive education courses give you the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills through intensives taught by experts in a variety of fields.

CPD Seminars
Mediation Clinic
Mining, Energy & Natural Resources
Australian Oil and Gas
The workshop will be accessible not only to lawyers entering the field, but also to those already concerned with oil and gas issues, government officials, resource company personnel, and others who seek to improve their expertise in oil and gas law.
Date: 18 February - 20 February 2019
Fee: $2530
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Resource Taxation
Tax law is complex and open to interpretation. Tax disputes are inevitable. Achieving the best possible resolution of disputes requires a combination of knowledge and skills. This course will progress through the life cycle of tax dispute.
Date: 13 - 14 March and 20 - 21 March 2019 (four day workshop)
Fee: $3373.14
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More to come
Taxation
Advanced Australian Corporate Tax
The corporation is an essential part of the Australian tax landscape through which many businesses and enterprises are conducted. This four day workshop aims to develop deep knowledge and understanding of corporate taxation in Australia.
Dates: 29 January - 1 February 2019
Fee: $3300
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Resource Taxation
Tax law is complex and open to interpretation. Tax disputes are inevitable. Achieving the best possible resolution of disputes requires a combination of knowledge and skills. This course will progress through the life cycle of tax dispute.
Date: 13 - 14 March and 20 - 21 March 2019 (four day workshop)
Fee: $3373.14
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Tax Dispute Resolution
Tax law is complex and open to interpretation. Tax disputes are inevitable. Achieving the best possible resolution of disputes requires a combination of knowledge and skills. This four day workshop aims to develop that knowledge and those skills.
Dates: 2 - 5 April 2019
Fee: $3300
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Meet our Law students

Our students excel in the classroom and beyond

Recent student success includes a Young Australian of the Year, a West Australian of the Year (Youth Award) and a Lawyers Weekly Law Student of the Year. The Blackstone Society, the UWA Law student society, has a wide range of educational, social, careers, equity, diversity and social justice-related programs and initiatives that support and enrich the experience of UWA Law students. The Blackstone Society takes an active role in representing students on various Law School, Faculty and University committees.

The UWA Law School is a community full of dedicated and passionate people who foster an environment of encouragement and acceptance. Studying Law at UWA has opened up countless opportunities for both my individual development and to make an impact in the community.Joshua Sanchez-Lawson
Blackstone Society President

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Engagement and opportunities

The Law School hosts a range of short courses and a diverse seminar and conference program.

UWA Mediation Clinic
Legal APPtitude
Visiting scholars
The UWA Law School’s Visiting Scholars Program hosts academics from around Australia and overseas to undertake research and to participate in the communal life of the Law School. Approved visiting scholars are provided with a workspace, IT access and a computer (where possible) and library access. They are encouraged to participate in the academic life of the Law School and University, including seminars and public lectures.

Application process

Prospective visitors should email the following to the visiting scholars coordinator at least three months prior to their intended visit:
- a brief curriculum vitae that includes details of academic employment, qualifications and publications
- a one- to two-page proposal outlining the research project, planned collaboration with UWA Law staff and any other activities intended during the visit
- a copy of a letter from your home university confirming that you are an academic (not a student) and will be taking sabbatical leave for the duration of your visiting academic appointment, and confirming that you will be returning to full-time employment when the visiting appointment ceases
- copy of biodata page (photograph page) of passport (if available). An appropriate visa must have been obtained to allow commencement of this appointment
Applications are considered in advance of the proposed visit and all applicants will be notified as soon as possible after a decision is reached. Any further information that is required to implement the decision will be sought at this point. The Visiting Scholars Program receives many applications from prospective visitors and unfortunately not all can be supported.
Legal internship and Clinical Legal Education

Our history

Over the decades, we’ve produced graduates who have become influential and notable figures in Australian law and politics. Here’s a sample of our inspirational alumni who have made a difference.

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Rising star and role model for young aboriginals

Kirsta Dunstan, a UWA Law School graduate, knew from the age of 11 she wanted to pursue law. Now, 28 years old, Krista has become a role model for Aboriginal people and a star in WA legal circles and the public service.

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