Flinders is dedicated to fostering the growth and development of our graduates throughout their careers.

We are delighted to be working with Flinders Law graduates Katherine Barreto (JD ’21) and Jaed Hopgood (LLB/LP(GradEntry) ’21) to develop a Flinders Law Alumni Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Workshop series, which has kicked off in 2025. Professor Tania Leiman, Dean of Law at Flinders, has championed the project, facilitating the workshops at Flinders’ City Campus. All law professionals are welcome to attend, with Flinders Law graduates encouraged to take advantage of this rare opportunity to reconnect with peers and hear from alumni who have gone onto lead in the legal profession.

The inaugural Law CPD Workshop was held in May, with alumni, friends and industry partners hearing from Flinders graduate Jane Abbey KC (BA ’01, LLB/LP ’01), Mark Norman KC and Alex Ward AM.

More than just a lecture, open discussion on ‘Practical Legal Ethics’ was put to the panel. Titled ‘Without Fear or Failure: Advocating for a Client’s Interest Beyond Good and Evil’, attendees could question the ethics barristers are sworn to uphold, providing a thought-provoking night exploring the challenges of advocacy, particularly when a client’s interests conflict with your personal values or when public opinion is strongly opposed to the client.

After the formalities, guests enjoyed light refreshments and drinks while taking in the stunning view of Adelaide’s skyline at night from our beautiful Level 14 executive space.

If you’re a Flinders Law graduate, keep an eye on your inbox for the announcement of the next CPD Workshop hosted by Flinders.