🔎 Focus on Working with Counsel, Mediators and the Court From Brief to Bench: Building, Resolving and Presenting Your Case   Ever wondered what counsel wish was in every brief, what mediators see as the biggest barriers to settlement, or what the court values most in practitioners appearing before it?   This unique panel brings together the perspectives of counsel, a mediator and the court to explore how lawyers can build stronger cases, negotiate more effectively and present matters with confidence and professionalism. Expect practical insights, candid observations and plenty of opportunities for discussion.   🗓️ Event Details Date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026  Time: 4:45 pm - 9:00 pm  Venue: Vogue Ballroom, Burwood East   🔊 Speakers Huw Watkins - Arbitration Victoria Pending final confirmation: Mediator - Carolyn Symons | LinkedIn Carolyn Symons - Barrister Barrister - Rutendo Muchinguri | LinkedIn Rutendo Muchinguri - Barrister   To be updated as speakers are confirmed.  If you are interested in speaking at an ESLA event, please contact the committee at ESLAcommittee@gmail.com.   🤝 Supporter and Sponsor Guests Pitcher Partners | Marcus Rodaughan Stewart Title Australia | Michael Wong   🎟️ Tickets and Inclusion All tickets include CPD sessions, dinner, and networking. Please include your dietary requirements when you purchase your ticket. A list of attendees will be circulated to all registrants before the event.   🎶 Event Background Music Have a song request for this function - Add it to the playlist   📌 RSVP Registrations close at 12.00 pm on Friday, 4 September 2026, unless sold out prior. Please note that late registration requests may not be able to be accommodated and could incur a late booking fee.   ❌ Cancelation and Refunds Can't make it to this event? We are sorry to hear that.  Cancellation/refund are available until 1:00pm on Monday, 7 September 2026.   📧 Questions? Please contact the ESLA Committee at ESLAcommittee@gmail.com.   Kindly note: The Committee volunteers their time to run the association, so the email inbox is monitored intermittently. Your enquiry will be replied to as soon as possible.   CPD points are allocated based on time, with one hour of presentation equating to one CPD point. ESLA does not issue certificates of attendance or maintain records on individual CPD points. It remains the responsibility of each attendee to track and record their own CPD activities. In the event of an audit, ESLA can provide confirmation of your attendance where records are available. ESLA does not determine the CPD category applicable to your attendance. Attendees are responsible for assessing and allocating their CPD points in accordance with the relevant categories and requirements. More information is available about managing and maintaining your CPD Requirements on the LIV and LSB+C websites.   By attending ESLA events, you acknowledge that photographs and videos may be taken throughout the function. These images may be used by ESLA for promotional and marketing purposes, including on our website, newsletters, and social media channels. If you do not wish to appear in any photos or recordings, please notify a member of the ESLA Committee on the day of the event.   To facilitate connection, a list of attendees will be shared with all registrants before the event.     Supported by: Home Law Institute of Victoria  Sponsored by: Pitcher Partners | Equity Trustees | Greens List Barristers | Stewart Title Australia | Mary Technology  | The College of Law Socials: Eastern Solicitors Law Association | Facebook (6) Eastern Solicitors Law Association (ESLA): Overview | LinkedIn Eastern Solicitors Law Association (ESLA) (@esla.offical) • Instagram photos and videos

Young Lawyers Event Join us for our Young Lawyers Event.  Keep an eye on this space, more details coming soon.   🗓️ Event Details Date: Thursday 1 October 2026  Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm  Venue: To be advised   📌 RSVP Registrations close at 5.00 pm on Thursday, 24 September 2026, unless sold out prior. Please note that late registration requests may not be able to be accommodated and could incur a late booking fee.   ❌ Cancelation and Refunds Can't make it to this event? We are sorry to hear that.  Cancellation/refund are available until 1:00pm on Monday, 30 September 2026.   📧 Questions? Please contact the ESLA Committee at ESLAcommittee@gmail.com.   Kindly note: The Committee volunteers their time to run the association, so the email inbox is monitored intermittently. Your enquiry will be replied to as soon as possible.   CPD points are allocated based on time, with one hour of presentation equating to one CPD point. ESLA does not issue certificates of attendance or maintain records on individual CPD points. It remains the responsibility of each attendee to track and record their own CPD activities. In the event of an audit, ESLA can provide confirmation of your attendance where records are available. ESLA does not determine the CPD category applicable to your attendance. Attendees are responsible for assessing and allocating their CPD points in accordance with the relevant categories and requirements.   By attending ESLA events, you acknowledge that photographs and videos may be taken throughout the function. These images may be used by ESLA for promotional and marketing purposes, including on our website, newsletters, and social media channels. If you do not wish to appear in any photos or recordings, please notify a member of the ESLA Committee on the day of the event.   To facilitate connection, a list of attendees will be shared with all registrants before the event.     Supported by: Home Law Institute of Victoria  Sponsored by: Pitcher Partners | Equity Trustees | Greens List Barristers | Stewart Title Australia | Mary Technology  | The College of Law Socials: Eastern Solicitors Law Association | Facebook (6) Eastern Solicitors Law Association (ESLA): Overview | LinkedIn  

🎉 Annual General Meeting 🧠 Trivia Evening 🎄 AND Festive Celebration 2026: Jingle & Mingle 🎅 Join us for our AGM followed by a festive evening of trivia, cheer, connection, and celebration as we wrap up the ESLA event year in true Christmas spirit!   🗓️ Event Details Date: Thursday, 12 November 2026 Time: 6:00pm - 10pm Venue: Vogue Ballroom Free parking is available on site   🎉 Who’s Invited? EVERYONE! All ESLA/LIV members are welcome, and we warmly encourage partners and friends to join the festivities! Non-LIV members may attend with the purchase of a Non-LIV/ESLA Member ticket. Agenda AGM: Reflect on 2026 and elect the 2027 committee. Trivia Night: Test your knowledge and compete for prizes. Christmas Dinner: Enjoy a 3-course meal, drinks, and entertainment.   👗 Dress Code Christmas Theme think festive, fun, and fabulous! Prizes await the most spirited outfit.   🎶 Entertainment Trivia Competition hosted by the ESLA President Music Photobooth capture memories of the evening!   🏆 Prizes Door Prize Best Christmas-themed outfit Trivia Champion   🎟️ Tickets and Inclusion AGM tickets only are free. All paid tickets include the AGM, Trivia, Dinner, Networking and festive fun. Please include your dietary requirements when you purchase your paid ticket. A list of attendees will be circulated to all registrants before the event.   📌 RSVP Registrations close at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, 6 November 2026, unless sold out prior. Please note that late registration requests may not be able to be accommodated and could incur a late booking fee.   ❌ Cancelation and Refunds Can't make it to this event? We are sorry to hear that.  Cancellation/refund are available until 1:00pm on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.   📧 Questions? Please contact the ESLA Committee at ESLAcommittee@gmail.com.   Kindly note: The Committee volunteers their time to run the association, so the email inbox is monitored intermittently. Your enquiry will be replied to as soon as possible.   CPD points are allocated based on time, with one hour of presentation equating to one CPD point. ESLA does not issue certificates of attendance or maintain records on individual CPD points. It remains the responsibility of each attendee to track and record their own CPD activities. In the event of an audit, ESLA can provide confirmation of your attendance where records are available. ESLA does not determine the CPD category applicable to your attendance. Attendees are responsible for assessing and allocating their CPD points in accordance with the relevant categories and requirements.   By attending ESLA events, you acknowledge that photographs and videos may be taken throughout the function. These images may be used by ESLA for promotional and marketing purposes, including on our website, newsletters, and social media channels. If you do not wish to appear in any photos or recordings, please notify a member of the ESLA Committee on the day of the event.   To facilitate connection, a list of attendees will be shared with all registrants before the event.     Supported by: Home Law Institute of Victoria  Sponsored by: Pitcher Partners | Equity Trustees | Greens List Barristers | Stewart Title Australia | Mary Technology  | The College of Law Socials: Eastern Solicitors Law Association | Facebook (6) Eastern Solicitors Law Association (ESLA): Overview | LinkedIn Eastern Solicitors Law Association (ESLA) (@esla.offical) • Instagram photos and videos