Welcome to Geelong Law Association

The Geelong Law Association ('GLA') is an incorporated association for legal practitioners, law students and others associated with the law who live and/or work in the Greater Geelong region.

The GLA supports more than 300 members through social and networking events, as well as the cost-effective provision of local continuing professional development seminars.

The GLA enjoys a particularly close relationship with the Deakin University School of Law, and hosts regular events for young lawyers and law students as well as providing scholarships and prizes for Deakin students.

The GLA are also proudly sponsored by Stewart Title.

Events
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GLA Deakin CPD Day 30 October 2026
Oct
30
GLA Deakin CPD Day 30 October 2026
Deakin University Geelong Waterfront Campus
08:45 – 16:00
Deakin Day - 30 October 2025 Geelong Law Association members are invited to attend our annual Deakin Day! This event gives members the opportunity to obtain their compulsory CPD points in one day for FREE, including the opportunity to network with other members.  📅 Date: Friday, 30 October 2026 ⏰ Time: 9:00AM -4:00PM onwards 📍 Location: D2.193 Percy Baxter Lecture Room, Deakin University, Waterfront Campus The list for the current topics are below. When all topics and presenters have been confirmed an update will follow.  Time Topic Presenter Provider CPD Area and Point 8:45 am Welcome and registrations Virginia Beniac-Brooks, Lecturer in Law Jaz Goddard, President Deakin University GLA   9:00 am Recent developments and to the trademark and branding issues for small and medium business clients. Virginia Beniac-Brooks, Lecturer in Law Deakin University Substantive Law - Intellectual Property Law 1 Point 10:00 am TBC TBC Foley’s List Substantive Law - Family Law 1 Point 10:50 am Morning Tea       11:00 am Recent updates in the Geelong region and considerations for practitioners   TBC Stewart Title   Practice Management and Business Skills 1 Point 12:00 PM What High-Performing Teams Do Differently Katie Minogue Leading Teams Professional Skills 1 Point 1:00PM Lunch   Wharf Shed   2:10 PM An overview of the Confiscation Act 1997 and how to manage restraining and forfeiture orders Mitchell King Green’s List Substantive Law - Crime / Commercial 1 Point 3:00 PM Recent Disciplinary Outcomes TBC TBC Ethics and Professional Responsibilities 4:00 PM Closing and farewell Jaz Goddard GLA   This year we will have lunch at the Wharf Shed with pre-ordered meals. Please make sure you chose a selection and add in any dietary requirements when booking a ticket.   This event is proudly supported by Stewart Title, Risk Management experts and wonderful permanent sponsors of the GLA.
Save the Date - GLA Deakin CPD Day 30 October 2026
Oct
30
Save the Date - GLA Deakin CPD Day 30 October 2026
Deakin University Geelong Waterfront Campus
09:00 – 16:00
Dear GLA Members, Please save the date for the Geelong Law Association’s 2026 annual Deakin Day on 30 October 2026 from 9:00am-4:00pm. The GLA's CPD day will cover all of your core point needs (Ethics, Practice Management, and Professional Skills) and three different substantive law topics. Further details will be circulated shortly. Kind regards, The GLA Committee
GLA End of Year Dinner 20 November 2026
Nov
20
GLA End of Year Dinner 20 November 2026
17:30 – 20:30
Dear GLA Members, Please save the date for this year's End of Year Dinner on 20 November 2026 (5:30 arrival and drinks, dinner at 6:30). Stay tuned for the location - it's sure to be very popular! Further details will be circulated shortly. Kind regards, The GLA Committee
Sponsors and Partners
The GLA is lucky to have a close working relationship with Deakin University, the Transport Accident Commission, Foley's List and Stewart Title.

Sponsors