Law, Innovation and Technology Society

BOOKS DOWN, BEERS UP 🥳

It’s been a long semester, and it’s about time we celebrate all the hard work we’ve done. What better way to kick back than to grab a few drinks with your mates in LITS!

Come join us at Felons Brewing Co. on Saturday 29 June from 7pm onwards for some good company and good drinks!

There will also be a FREE drink provided to all attendees upon entry! Membership is required to attend, so grab your tickets and membership through the link in bio!!

This is strictly an 18+ event. A valid government ID is required upon entry.

By grabbing a ticket, attendees must be aware that there is an inherent risk of personal injury associated with participating in this event, and all attendees will be personally liable for their own health and wellbeing, as well as loss or damage caused to property or attendees.

Let’s get lit!! 🍻

Our friends at Effective Altruism UQ have an incredible course about AI Ethics & Safety open to all students (including QUT)!!

This is a great opportunity to learn more about the potential risks of AI and how we can best mitigate them. You will be surrounded by like-minded people all looking to learn more about the future of AI.

Applications close this Sunday! Find out more in the post below:

EA UQ is excited to announce that we will be running an 8 week reading course on AI Alignment starting in the winter break, using the materials available from the AI Safety Fundamentals Course produced by Bluedot Impact.

The course is designed to introduce the key ideas for AI safety and alignment, and provide a supportive space for participants to engage with, evaluate, discuss and debate these arguments. Participants will meet others who are excited to help mitigate risks from future AI systems, and explore opportunities for their next steps in the field.

You can find all the information here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/141Cx-teCrVNMQgpVsHQC0PMApC-ddXgP1a2ncQnSxFk/edit?usp=sharing
Apply here by June 9th 11.59pm: https://forms.gle/ySGw3wGK7AvAHKin7

Our friends at QUT Trading & Investment Club are hosting an exciting Poker night for all experience levels! There will be many prizes to be won, so come along to celebrate the end of semester! More details can be found below:

Friday, May 31st❗️

QUTTIC is proud to be hosting its final event for the semester, Poker Night.
Things will kick off from 6:30pm on the 31st of May at Gardens Point D304.
We encourage everyone, from beginners to advanced to come along!
There will be prizes!
Tickets are free!
https://clubs.getqpay.com/?s=2422&eventid=25554
If you are not a member yet, the sign up link is:
https://clubs.getqpay.com/?tab=memberships&s=2422
If anyone has any questions feel free to shoot us a message.

Stay Hungry,
🔵 QUTTIC 🔵

‼️Ashurst x LITS 2024 Mentorship Program‼️

We're thrilled announce our collaborated mentorship program with Ashurst!

Ashurst offers an exciting opportunity to connect students of our society with Ashurst Advance professionals within their NewLaw division. The program offers flexibility around your schedule, and have the ability to meet either online or face-to-face.

You can expect to:
🚀 Propel your journey with guidance and support from the mentorship team
🎉 Enjoy an organised lunch at Ashurst with your mentor and other mentees of the program
💼 Unlock doors to industry professionals and immerse yourself in their wealth of knowledge
🌟 Expand your circle and seize networking opportunities that could spark your next big breakthrough.

Whether you're seeking guidance and support, learning about NewLaw or just wanting to make some friends, this is where it all begins.

Register now through the link below. The form will close at 11:59pm on Sunday, 3 March 2024.

Spots are limited!! So get in now before it’s too late!!

https://forms.gle/6LnoBWFZKtZgjN8Q8

📣 Meet the LITS 2024 Executive Team 📣

Welcome to the Law, Innovation and Technology Society! We are a club focused on the future of law, giving all of our members a chance to explore the Disruptive World of Law and Technology.

We hope you’re excited for 2024 because our Executive Team has been hard at work preparing many exciting events for you all! The team is always happy to answer any questions you may have, so be sure to say Hi if you see us around!

Don’t forget to grab our 2024 membership through the link below to have exclusive access to everything we have in store for the year!! 🚀

https://qutlits.getqpay.com/

Are you curious about where your degree is taking you? 🙋

If so, you probably have lots of questions! The BusLaw Career Educators are running sessions throughout the semester to help you master skills around exploring career options, job search, networking and more. Check out the upcoming sessions and register now.

Explore Your Career Options

Date | Time: Wed 28 Feb | 12:30pm-1:30pm (online)

Register here 👉 https://unihub.qut.edu.au/students/events/detail/5622609

Improve Your Job Search Skills

Date | Time: Wed 6 Mar | 12:30pm-1:30pm (online)

Register here 👉 https://unihub.qut.edu.au/students/events/detail/5622613

Grow Your Industry Connections

Date | Time: Wed 13 Mar | 12:00pm-1:00pm (online)

Register here 👉 https://unihub.qut.edu.au/students/events/detail/5622615

For more careers support at QUT visit HiQ here https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/jobs-and-careers

Our friends at QUT Law Society - QUTLS have just published this year’s Gavel! And surprise - LITS features an article titled “ChatGPT & Its Future in Law and Legal Practice” on page 22!!

This is a must-read to gain an in-depth understanding of the many ways ChatGPT and other emerging AI technology will influence the legal profession.

So find a relaxing spot by the pool this summer and have a read of this year’s Gavel. Link is below:

https://issuu.com/qutlawsociety/docs/jvcwq1slz4z

Our AI & The Law Industry Panel was a huge success!

We’d like to extend our gratitude to all the industry guest from Ashurst, KordaMentha, ACS and Clyde & Co for sharing their industry wisdom with our members. The conversations that were had about the Future of Law were very enriching, and we cannot wait to continue our incredible partnerships.

We particularly want to thank our esteemed panelists: Josh, Gideon and Kata. It was invaluable have them share their knowledge on the subjects to all who attended. It is no understatement to say that everyone walked away with a greater insight into this complex intersection of two very different fields.

And finally, we thank all our members who attended the event. We cannot wait to see you at our next one!

Exciting News! Team LITS are the Winners of Disrupting Law QLD 2023!

This intense competition challenged participants to develop and pitch an AI-integrated solution for the legal industry within 54 short hours. Our exceptional LITS members – Nikhil Kaniyur, Vinesh Nangia and Sarah Norton – showcased strategic prowess in designing a practical solution that addressed real pain points experienced by legal professionals.

The proposed solution, “ClaimSwift,” is an AI Chatbot that can analyse a client’s initial claim and generate the necessary legal documentation. This product has the potential to dramatically increase efficiencies and client satisfaction in legal cases.

The journey was certainly not easy, and it would not have been possible without the guidance of our mentoring firm Hall & Wilcox, specifically Drew Castley, Michael Maconochie and Victor Yeo. Their industry expertise and unwavering support at every stage of the process shaped our solution into a practical tool that caters to real-world demands.

We also greatly appreciate the guidance from the roaming mentors, Winnie Li from Microsoft, Kimia Zarei and Joanne de Jesus from Queensland Young Lawyers, and Nate McDonald from ActiumAI Pty Ltd. They all enriched our understanding of real-world challenges and the potential AI can have in the legal industry.

Our gratitude extends to the esteemed panel of judges – Dr. David Millhouse, Sarah Ward, Andrea Perry-Petersen CF, Olaf Wrieden and Dugald Hamilton – for meticulously evaluating our solution. It is a privilege to have our innovation recognised by such highly regarded professionals, and we are honoured to be chosen as the winners out of all the amazing solutions pitched.

Finally, this event would not have been possible without the dedicated efforts of The Legal Forecast QLD team, led by TLF QLD President Gideon Caturla. Their unparalleled commitment to fostering innovation in the legal sector and support throughout our preparation journey was incredible, and we cannot express our gratitude enough for hosting this phenomenal event.

Disrupting Law QLD 2023 was an experience like no other, and our remarkable achievement highlights our dedication to innovation and problem-solving in the legal sphere. We look forward to participating in future events to further spread the importance of innovation in the legal landscape.

!!! GENERAL MEETING !!!

A reminder that members are invited and welcome to attend a general meeting to vote in a new president and other exec tomorrow at 7pm!

Details: 17 July 2023 via Zoom: https://qut.zoom.us/j/81723746890?pwd=dHpoSWxCbVBPcS9WcEhYUDU0NkE2dz09

You can also apply to our vacant exec roles here: https://forms.gle/DKUaYdxnC3cBuqff9

Executive Nomination We are excited to be moving forward into a new semester with new leadership due to some graduating execs! Please see below job descriptions and let us know which one you're keen for! For some context, we have two major events planned for Semester 2 - our social coffee catch up and our industry panel...

Need to do something fun after all these assignments?

Join our friends at QUT Law Society - QUTLS at Once Upon a Law Ball - a night of magic, dancing and fun! Hosted at the glamorous Royal International Convention Centre, you won't want to miss this.

Tickets available here: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/qutls-law-ball-once-upon-a-law/1262714347787519/

Last Thursday, we were honoured to attend The Legal Forecast QLD Summer Speed Connect at Parliament House! It was an amazing night of networking and socialising with so many experienced legal professionals from a variety of different backgrounds. The Speed Connect format was thrilling and tested how well we could promote ourselves while asking every question we had in just 3 minutes. The collegial connections we've made are invaluable and we are so grateful for the opportunity to grow our own personal brand.

We would like to thank The Legal Forecast team who helped put this event together. We are so grateful to have a strong partnership with TLF and we look forward to the amazing opportunities this relationship will bring for both our organisations.

We would also like to thank all the legal professionals who spent their Thursday night helping us law students find our feet and answering our budding questions. The night would not have been the same without your wealth of knowledge and experience. We particularly thank Beau Foley and Simon Playford for giving amazing speeches with so many insightful tips.

For all our members who attended, we strongly encourage you to connect with all of the TLF team and legal professionals on LinkedIn to build your professional network. Be sure to also connect with us on LinkedIn for all the amazing opportunities we post there!

We look forward to the next TLF event!! 🚀 🚀

Mmmmm todays horoscope says you should def apply to be an exec 💅💅💅

Executive Vacancy Application Form Please use the below form to apply for these positions that have become available. APPLICATIONS DUE: TUESDAY 7 MARCH at 9:00PM ROLES TO BE ANNOUNCED: LITS General Meeting WEDNESDAY 8 MARCH @ 6PM (online). For the roles to be voted on (Assistant Treasurer and Head of Industry), you will be required t...

We are looking for more execs! Please apply here by Tuesday 7 March 9PM: https://forms.gle/VQaSLNruEoGt9G1M9

Have your say!

Want to ask questions to the leading professionals in new law in Australia?

Join us on the 14th of February at Ashurst Ann Street office for a catered lunch in partnership with the QUT Law, Innovation and Technology society.

Link to questionnaire to panel is below 👇

https://forms.gle/fSLgqpjjzh77XhrP9

Still need to buy FREE tickets?

https://lnkd.in/gxfndAHv

If you’re unsure what new law is to begin with and information about our panelists, we have filled out some information for you below to get started with:

We are excited to launch straight into 2022...I mean 2023 with our first event! Join us for a wonderful set of panelists, hosted by Ashurst. We invite all QUT Law Students, and anyone interested in learning more about the innovative legal industry to come along.

Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gxfndAHv

Congratulations to our first ever Executive Committee and everyone that nominated!

Take a study "break" - nominate for an exec position :) https://forms.gle/VXNcQhtGBV5v7WRcA

NOMINATE/APPLY TO PART OF OUR EXEC!

Please see here the link for the exec applications/nominations: https://forms.gle/mfn1pE2JfcDcsVqD6

There are plenty of roles to be filled 🙂 Please note applications close 14 November 2022.

Best of luck with exams! You got this!

Application for LITS Executive Committee Application Details: - IGM to be held on 21 November 2022. If contested, nominations will be announced at the IGM. If uncontested, you will be notified of your position. - Applications Due 19 November 2022 Role Descriptions: Secretary role: https://qutguild.com/pageassets/clubs/resources/QUT-Guild-S...

Just a reminder of our launch event tomorrow night! We look forward to seeing you there!

📍Tickets: FREE
📍Botanic Bar
📍5:30pm
📍Drinks & Nibbles

Grab your free ticket on eventbrite:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-cafe-debate-crypto-and-the-law-tickets-430874095017

The Law Innovation & Technology Society (LITS) is a newly formed society with a goal of immersing students into the disruptive field of technology law. Come down to the botanic bar on the 21st of October and join us in the inaugural ‘cafe debate’. The debate will be centred around crypto. We invite all present and past students to attend, share a drink and meet some professionals from industry.

Tickets available here (they're free!): https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/430874095017

A Cafe Debate: Crypto and The Law A casual debate marking the launch of QUT’s Law Innovation and Technology Society!

Interested in learning more about the legal, social and technical challenges of platforms like Meta and Google?

We encourage you to attend QUT’s Digital Media Research Centre' panel discussion on Wednesday 5 October about digital platform governance.

Register by 29 September: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/dmrc-showcase-policy-panel-digital-platform-governance-tickets-406595436897

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