Commonwealth Law Conference

27 February 2026 | Sydney

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The Law Council of Australia’s Federal Dispute Resolution Section invites you to attend the fourth annual Commonwealth Law Conference. 

Join us for a full day of thought leadership, expert discussion, and professional networking. This flagship event will bring together leaders from across the legal profession, academia and the judiciary to mark 50 years since the Federal Court of Australia was established and to explore issues shaping federal litigation and dispute resolution in Australia.

The event will feature distinguished speakers renowned for their expertise and experience, including an opening address by Chief Justice Debra Mortimer, Federal Court of Australia and second address by Justice Julie Ward, President of the New South Wales Court of Appeal. 

The conference will be held in-person in Sydney on Friday27 February 2026, followed by networking drinks and refreshments.

Early bird registrations are now open and close 5pm, Friday, 19 December 2025.


Program

Key sessions will include the Federal Court at 50, Judicial Review of Migration matters, Administrative Law and the NDIS, "Punters v Bosses" Debate plus more.



Program

Speakers

Get to know our impressive lineup of speakers that include leading experts in federal law, including members of the judiciary, federal tribunal members, and prominent barristers, solicitors and in-house counsel.

Speakers

Award

Click here to view details and nomination information for the 2026 Young Federal Litigator of the Year Award.



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