2025 New Lawyers Gala Ball

You're Invited!

The ACT Law Society’s New Lawyers Committee is delighted to welcome you to the much-anticipated Annual New Lawyers Gala Ball, proudly sponsored by the College of Law, Moray & Agnew, Parker Coles Curtis and Norton Rose Fulbright. 

Join fellow new lawyers, law students, and members from a range of legal associations for an unforgettable evening of celebration, connection, and community. Whether you're looking to expand your network, catch up with colleagues, or simply enjoy a night out, this event is the perfect opportunity to strengthen professional bonds and build lasting relationships.

All guests and partners are warmly welcome.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this premier event on the legal calendar — secure your spot today!

Early-bird ticket prices are available now until 30 June 2025. 

Thank you to our sponsors

We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors for their generous support. Their contributions help make this event possible and impactful.

Gold Sponsors

                    

Silver Sponsors

Details

  • When: 6:30pm - 11:30pm, Friday 8 August 2025
  • Where: Hyatt Hotel - Federation Ballroom, 120 Commonwealth Ave, Yarralumla ACT 2600
  • Cost: Early-bird tickets - $150
    Ticket includes a three-course dinner, drinks and entertainment
  • Dress code: Formal
  • RSVP by COB Thursday 31 July

Tables seat 10. To be seated together, please enter your seating preferences in the 'Special Requests' box during registration.

For any questions, please contact events@actlawsociety.asn.au

Event registration terms and conditions

ACT Law Society invoices have payment terms of 14 days. Fees are payable upon registration. A 1.2% surcharge may be incurred on payments processed via credit/debit card. The Society reserves the right to cancel or alter events at its discretion, and in such circumstances, attendees will be notified via email. 

Definitions — 'Registration' means any booking given to the Society in writing, on our website, or by phone. 'Member' means any member of the ACT Law Society, including associate members and honorary members. 'New Lawyer' means any member who has held a practising certificate for five years or less. 'CLC' means any member working for a recognised community legal centre, or holding a volunteer practising certificate. 'Student' means any member holding a student membership.

All cancellations must be made in writing, and all cancellations will incur a fee, however, no charge will be incurred for substituting another person. Outside of the cancellation periods given below, a $10 administration fee will be incurred for any cancellation made. If a registered attendee fails to attend without notifying the Society in writing, no credit or refund will be offered and 100% of the total cost will be retained by the Society. 

CPD Events — In the case of CPD events held at an venue other than the Law Society, no refund can be made after the RSVP date of the event. In the case of CPD events held at the Law Society, for cancellations made up to two working days prior to the event, 50% of the total cost will be retained by the Society as a cancellation fee and the balance may be used as a credit towards other CPD events or be refunded. If you choose to keep a credit it will remain valid for 12 months from the event date, after which time it will expire. For cancellations within two working days of the event, no refunds or credits will be applicable. 

Webinars — In the case of live or on-demand webinars, as connection details are sent when registration is completed, no refund or cancellation is available. 

Social events — In the case of social events, no refund can be made after the RSVP date of the event.

Attendees of events consent to filming, photography and sound recording as members of the audience. By registering and attending this event you agree to being filmed or photographed which may be used for marketing or promotional purposes

 

 

Registration

Early bird ticket $150.00(GST incl.) Register
Table of 10 Ticket $1,500.00(GST incl.) Register

Schedule

Speakers

Sponsors & Supporters

Thank you to our sponsors

We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors for their generous support. Their contributions help make this event possible and impactful.

Gold Sponsors

 

 

The College of Law is the school of professional practice for lawyers. We deliver innovative, practice-focussed and flexible legal education and training to enhance the careers of practising professionals across Australasia. Graduates of all law schools in Australia and New Zealand undertake a comprehensive program of practical legal training (PLT), leading to admission into the profession. Offering the PLT Program in the ACT since 2004 and with more than 100,000 graduates working in all facets of the legal industry, we are one of the most trusted names in legal training in Australia and New Zealand. For legal practitioners across the industry, we provide a large suite of continuing legal education programs and the unique LLM (Applied Law) across a broad range of practice areas.

 

Nationally, over 750 talented people deliver top-quality legal advice and representation, coupled with exceptional client service across our offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Newcastle, Perth and Cairns.

Everyone’s journey in the workplace is unique. We support our new lawyers to reach their full potential by giving them exposure to quality work, along with meaningful Partner and client interaction. Your career will be stimulating and rewarding as you immerse yourself in our supportive and successful legal practices.

We value technical excellence and collegiality, offer a great workplace culture and excellent opportunities to further your career, whether you are just starting out, are an experienced lawyer or a business services professional.  Visit our Life page on LinkedIn.

Moray & Agnew are proudly supporting the New Lawyers Gala Ball and join with the ACT Law Society to build a supportive and inclusive legal network for practitioners at all stages in their careers.

 

Parker Coles Curtis is proud to be a gold sponsor of the 2025 ACT Law Society New Lawyers Gala Ball! Awarded by the ACT Law Society as 2023 Firm of the Year, as a stand out dedicated to fostering professional growth and community connection, we support the Law Society's mission to enhance continuous professional development and strengthen ties within the legal community. Join us on Friday, August 8, 2025, for an evening celebrating the achievements and future of Canberra's new lawyers. This event is open to all members and promises an unforgettable night of networking, collegiality, and celebration. We look forward to connecting with you there!

Silver Sponsor

Norton Rose Fulbright (NRF) is a global firm, providing the world’s preeminent corporations, financial institutions and governments with a full business law service. In Australia, NRF has long-established relationships with Commonwealth Government agencies as well as State and Local Governments and is recognised as being a preferred legal adviser. We regularly advise government across a full range of legal and regulatory areas. Our team is experienced in operating within the government environment, and understand this is shaped by factors such as complex policy and legal frameworks and a culture of consultation, accountability, public scrutiny and high visibility.

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