Law Week 2026 Events

The Legal Profession Board of Tasmania is the independent body responsible for receiving and investigating complaints about the conduct of lawyers in Tasmania.

As a client of a lawyer in Tasmania you have rights in relation to what you should be told about legal costs and how to challenge those costs. Although we are unable to provide you with specific legal advice, we can explain legal fees to you. This is your opportunity to ask about legal costs.

Individual telephone appointments are available with our experienced officers.

Individual telephone appointments are available with our experienced officers.

Email: enquiry@lpbt.com.au or phone: (03) 6226 3000, to register for your appointment.

Presented by the Legal Profession Board of Tasmania.

This content was provided for Law Week Tasmania 2026, which runs from 18 to 24 May 2026. It is general legal information only and not legal advice.

As part of Law Week 2026, you’re invited on a tour of the Supreme Court in Hobart.  Established in 1824 as the highest Court in the State, it deals with criminal cases and civil disputes, as well as hearing appeals from the Magistrates Court and statutory tribunals.  Come along and see where the Judges, barristers, witnesses and jurors perform their duties.  The Civil Courtrooms and registries will be open for inspection. The the Court Registrar and the original architect Mr Peter Partridge will accompany this tour. Mr Partridge will provide his unique insights into the design of the building.

Numbers are limited.  Approx 1.5 hours duration.

Book here

This event is free of charge but bookings are essential. Please note that photo ID must be presented on arrival. The Supreme Court reserves the right to refuse entry to any person.

Presented by the Supreme Court of Tasmania

Want to learn how to protect yourself from scammers? Register for a free ‘Can you spot a scam?’ online presentation on Tuesday, 19 May at 10am AEST, hosted by the eSafety Commissioner as part of the Be Connected initiative.

This 1-hr session covers:

• common scams
• tips on how to spot them
• what to do and what not to do
• where to go for help

REGISTER HERE to book your spot.

To continue building your digital skills, explore our full library of free online safety topics at Be Connected – Every Australian online

‘Be Connected’ is a joint initiative between the Department of Social Services, eSafety Commissioner and Good Things Foundation to increase the confidence, digital skills and online safety of older Australians.

The Legal Profession Board of Tasmania is the independent body responsible for receiving and investigating complaints about the conduct of lawyers in Tasmania.

As a client of a lawyer in Tasmania you have rights in relation to what you should be told about legal costs and how to challenge those costs. Although we are unable to provide you with specific legal advice, we can explain legal fees to you. This is your opportunity to ask about legal costs.

Individual telephone appointments are available with our experienced officers.

Email: enquiry@lpbt.com.au or phone: (03) 6226 3000, to register for your appointment.

Presented by the Legal Profession Board of Tasmania.

This content was provided for Law Week Tasmania 2026, which runs from 18 to 24 May 2026. It is general legal information only and not legal advice.

Tasmania Legal Aid and Community Legal Centres Tasmania are hosting a pop-up stall in both Launceston and Hobart.

These stalls will allow informal opportunities for members of the community to speak to a range of legal professionals from different services, get some free merchandise (featuring the winner of a recent Legal Aid design competition), and learn about what free legal supports are available in your communities.

There is no need to register for this event – simply show up at the correct location and time to chat to a locate legal professional!

SESSION TIMES & LOCATIONS:

• Launceston: Tuesday, 19 May 2026, at 12:30-3:00pm AT Meadow Mews Plaza: 102-106 Hobart Road, Kings Meadows
• Hobart:  Friday, 22 May 2026, at 12:00-2:30pm AT Sorell Plaza: 12 Cole Street, Sorell

Attendees at this event will receive a short presentation by a Magistrate on sentencing within the Magistrates Court, which will be followed by a discussion and some exercises to participate in. This session will be held in Court Room 6, at the Hobart Magistrates Court.

Please note, there are TWO available sessions at the Hobart Magistrates Court. This particular session is the first session being held on Tuesday, 19 May 2026. The second session is being held on Friday, 22 May 2026 – please return to the events page to locate this session. Both sessions will run for approximately 1 hour.

BOOK HERE

This event is free of charge but bookings are essential and numbers are limited. Please note that photo ID must be presented on arrival. The Magistrates Court reserves the right to refuse entry to any person.

Join legal professionals from Women’s Legal Service Tasmania and Launceston Community Legal Centre for an engaging discussion on family law, workplace sexual harassment, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in legal practice. This will be a thought-provoking Law Week event, exploring the future of law and legal service delivery.

REGISTER HERE

To mark both Victorian Law Week 2026 and Law Week Tasmania, JobWatch will be hosting a Reddit ‘Ask Me Anything’ on /r/melbourne from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm on Wednesday 20 May 2026.

Please note that the post will be locked until the day of the AMA.

Victorians and Tasmanians are encouraged to ask their employment law questions in the thread. Our lawyers will be available between 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm to answer as many questions as possible!

There are a few critical things we will need to know about your situation in order to give the most accurate legal information:

• What type of worker you are – e.g. permanent, casual, independent contractor
• Your terms of employment – e.g. employment contract, Enterprise Agreement, Modern Award
• How long you have been working there – e.g. 3 months, 2 years
• How large your employer is – e.g. more or less than 15 employees

Thank you to the moderators of /r/melbourne for their assistance with this AMA!

JobWatch Reddit AMA – Victorian Law Week 2026

As part of Law Week 2026, you’re invited to participate in a Sentencing Workshop followed by a Court Tour led by a judge at the Supreme Court in Launceston.

The Sentencing Workshop will include a discussion of sentencing principles and procedure which will precede a role play scenario of a fictitious case by the Judge, Prosecution and Defence counsel.  Participants will be invited to impose an appropriate sentence.  Interactive discussion is encouraged.  You be the Judge! Following the workshop you will be given a tour of the Court.  Come along and see where the Judges, barristers, witnesses and jurors perform their duties.

Numbers are limited. Approx 1.5hr – 2hr hour duration.

Book here

This event is free of charge but bookings are essential. Please note that photo ID must be presented on arrival. The Supreme Court reserves the right to refuse entry to any person.

Presented by the Supreme Court of Tasmania

As part of Law Week 2026, you’re invited to participate in a Sentencing Workshop led by a judge in the Supreme Court in Hobart.  A discussion of sentencing principles and procedure will precede a role play scenario of a fictitious case by the Judge, Prosecution and Defence counsel.  Participants will be invited to impose an appropriate sentence.  Interactive discussion is encouraged.  You be the Judge! 

Numbers are limited.  Approx. 2 hours duration.

Book here

This event is free of charge but bookings are essential. Please note that photo ID must be presented on arrival. The Supreme Court reserves the right to refuse entry to any person.

Presented by the Supreme Court of Tasmania

Student Legal Service solicitor Sarah Loewy will be answering questions about tenancy law and student accommodation, including in relation to the ending of the National Rental Affordability Scheme and what that means for affected students.

This will be followed by a BBQ from 1:00–2:00pm just next to the Law School. This will be a chance for students and others to mingle and continue the discussion!

Where: UTAS Law School; Law Lecture Theatre 2

When: Thursday 21 May 2026;

Information session: 12:00pm to 1:00pm, 

BBQ: 1:00pm to 2:00pm

GET YOUR FREE TICKET TO THE EVENT HERE

When life happens: Be ready. Essential documents you need for estate planning.

This Law Week, take a meaningful step toward securing your future. Join the Public Trustee and the Office of the Public Guardian for a free seminar designed to help you make your wishes known.

You will learn about the key documents that can protect you and your loved ones, including your:

• Wills
• Enduring Power of Attorney
• Advance Care Directives
• Enduring Guardianship

Legal professionals are also welcome to learn more about the important roles of the Public Trustee and the Office of the Public Guardian and how we can better support clients together.

REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR HERE

This event is free.

The Legal Profession Board of Tasmania is the independent body responsible for receiving and investigating complaints about the conduct of lawyers in Tasmania.

People often retain a lawyer during significant life events – for a will, a divorce, buying a home or business, or because they have been injured or are facing criminal charges. It is important to have a good working relationship with your lawyer, but what if you are unhappy with your lawyer? Perhaps they are not answering your questions or you think they don’t understand your problem. The Board has officers who can provide practical advice on working with your lawyer, and what to do if the relationship is broken down.

Individual telephone appointments are available with our experienced officers.

Email: enquiry@lpbt.com.au or phone: (03) 6226 3000, to register for your appointment.

Presented by the Legal Profession Board of Tasmania.

This content was provided for Tasmania Law Week 2026, which runs from 19 to 24 May 2026. It is general legal information only and not legal advice.

Attendees at this event will gain an insight into the work of the Magistrates Court, the development and use of specialist courts such as the mental health diversion list, court mandated drug diversion programme, and the youth justice list. The role of technology and the way it has impacted and facilitated the work of the Court will also be addressed in this session. This presentation will be delivered by a serving Launceston Magistrate.

Please note this event will run for approximately 1 hour, until 6:00PM.

BOOK HERE 

This event is free of charge but bookings are essential and numbers are limited. Please note that photo ID must be presented on arrival. The Magistrates Court reserves the right to refuse entry to any person.

You’re invited on a special tour of the Supreme Court in Hobart.  Established in 1824 as the highest Court in the State, it deals with criminal cases and civil disputes, as well as hearing appeals from the Magistrates Court and statutory tribunals.  Come along and see where the Judges, barristers, witnesses and jurors perform their duties.  A Supreme Court judge will accompany this tour.

Numbers are limited.  Approx 1.5 hours duration.

Book here

This event is free of charge but bookings are essential. Please note that photo ID must be presented on arrival. The Supreme Court reserves the right to refuse entry to any person.

Presented by the Supreme Court of Tasmania

Attendees at this event will receive a short presentation by a Magistrate on sentencing within the Magistrates Court, which will be followed by a discussion and some exercises to participate in. This session will be held in Court Room 6, at the Hobart Magistrates Court.

Please note, there are TWO available sessions at the Hobart Magistrates Court. This particular session is the second session being held on Friday, 22 May 2026. The first session is being held on Tuesday 19 May 2026- please return to the events page to locate this session. Both sessions will run for approximately 1 hour.

BOOK HERE

This event is free of charge but bookings are essential and numbers are limited. Please note that photo ID must be presented on arrival. The Magistrates Court reserves the right to refuse entry to any person.

Tasmania Legal Aid and Community Legal Centres Tasmania are hosting a pop-up stall in both Launceston and Hobart.

These stalls will allow informal opportunities for members of the community to speak to a range of legal professionals from different services, get some free merchandise (featuring the winner of a recent Legal Aid design competition), and learn about what free legal supports are available in your communities.

There is no need to register for this event – simply show up at the correct location and time to chat to a locate legal professional!

SESSION TIMES & LOCATIONS:

• Launceston: Tuesday, 19 May 2026, at 12:30-3:00pm AT Meadow Mews Plaza: 102-106 Hobart Road, Kings Meadows
• Hobart:  Friday, 22 May 2026, at 12:00-2:30pm AT Sorell Plaza: 12 Cole Street, Sorell

Community BBQ + Ask a Lawyer! 

Join TALS and SIS for a Community BBQ and an “Ask a Lawyer” session including general information about the services they provide.

Drop in, grab some food, just have a yarn or ask a lawyer about family, criminal or civil questions. See how we can help you!

Where: SETAC, PHC – 7393 Channel Hwy, Cygnet

When: Friday 22 May 2026

Community BBQ: 12.30pm 

Ask a Lawyer: 1.30pm to 4.00pm 

Want more details? Contact Lisa on email: llydon@tals.net.au or call: 0491 053 316

Note: These sessions are limited to legal information only, not specific personal advice.

Session Outline
The joint US-Israel war on Iran represents a major threat to the rules Based International Order that has been so fundamental to the multilateral system since the end of World War II. The Panel will discuss the damage this unnecessary war has caused to the international legal framework in relation to:
(1) The prohibition on the resort to military force except in self-defence or with UNSC approval;
(2) International Humanitarian Law and the limitations on the way war is conducted;
(3) Impunity for atrocity despite the international legal framework for criminal accountability.

Key Takeaways

• Understanding the applicable international legal framework and some of the ways in which the US and Israel are flagrantly violating it in the war on Iran;
• Reflecting on possible implications for the future of the rules based international order;
• Identifying some possible implications for Australia in relation to the perpetration of this war.

About the presenters

Tim McCormack is a Professor of International Law at the University of Tasmania and the former Special Adviser on War Crimes to the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court in The Hague.

Dr Matt Killingsworth is a Senior Lecturer in International Relations at the University of Tasmania currently researching the history of the laws of war and new forms of international criminal justice. He is the immediate past Chair of the Tasmanian Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Committee, and is a regular contributor to local and national media.

Regina Weiss is a barrister at Old Mercury Chambers. Regina was nine years in The Hague and five years in Canberra. She is a graduate of UTAS and commenced her legal career as Associate to the Honourable Chief Justice Alan Blow. She was a Federal Prosecutor with the Commonwealth DPP in Hobart, and then moved to The Hague. From 2007 to 2016, Regina prosecuted war crimes and crimes against humanity as a trial lawyer at the International Criminal Court. In addition to trial advocacy and case preparation at the seat of the court in The Hague, Regina also worked on the ground in situation countries with witnesses and victims, predominantly in east Africa.

Moderator: Julia Flint, Crown Counsel, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. Julia Flint is a Law graduate of the University of Tasmania. Julia’s honour thesis was on Australia’s obligation to investigate war crimes, under the supervision of Professor Tim McCormack. She worked as a legal research assistant in the fields of a International Law, International Humanitarian Law, International Criminal Law, and domestic Criminal Law and Policy. Julia was Associate to the former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Tasmania, Alan Blow AO. Julia is the Chair of the Australian Red Cross (Tasmania) International Humanitarian Law Advisory Committee.