Join your Young Lawyers Representative, Mikayla Shaw to connect with other emerging lawyers in a casual afternoon social setting over a cup of coffee, tea or other beverage of choice. On Thursday 30 April 2026, Mikayla along with members of the ESLA Commitee will be meeting at 6:00pm. If any members are available, please come along, buy yourself a beverage, and join us for a chat. Limited spots are avaliable, so get in quick. However this will be a recurring event, if you are unavaliable this time please come to the next one on Thursday 28 May 2026.  This is an informal social get-together.

🔎 Focus on Life after Separation, Divorce and Being Widowed Join us for our Focus on Life after Separation, Divorce and Being Widowed CPD.  Check out the schedule below for further information.   🗓️ Event Details Date: Tuesday 14 April 2026 Time: 4:45 pm - 9:00 pm  Venue: Vogue Ballroom, Burwood East   🔊 Speakers Check out the schedule below for further information. If you are interested in speaking at an ESLA event please contact the committee at ESLAcommittee@gmail.com.   🎟️ 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 Monday, 13 April 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, 13 April 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. 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 prior to the event.   Supported by: Home Law Institute of Victoria  Sponsored by: Home - Pitcher Partners | Equity Trustees | Home | Greens List Barristers | Victorian Bar | Stewart Title Australia Socials: Eastern Solicitors Law Association | Facebook (6) Eastern Solicitors Law Association (ESLA): Overview | LinkedIn

Join your Young Lawyers Representative, Mikayla Shaw to connect with other young lawyers in a casual afternoon social setting over a cup of coffee, tea or other beverage of choice. On Thursday 26 March 2026, Mikayla along with members of the ESLA Commitee will be meeting at 6:00pm. If any members are available, please come along, buy yourself a beverage, and join us for a chat. Limited spots are avaliable, so get in quick. However this will be a recurring event, if you are unavaliable this time please come to the next one on Thursday 30 April 2026.  This is an informal social get-together.

🔎 Focus on Intellectual Property and Digital Data Join us for our Focus on Intellectual Property and Digital Data CPD.  🗓️ Event Details Date: Tuesday 10 March 2026 Time: 4:45 pm - 9:00 pm  Venue: Vogue Ballroom, Burwood East 🔊 Speakers Check out the Agenda below. 🎟️ 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 5.00 pm on Friday, 6 March 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, 9 March 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. 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 prior to the event. Supported by: Home Law Institute of Victoria  Sponsored by: Home - Pitcher Partners | Equity Trustees | Home | Greens List Barristers | Victorian Bar | Stewart Title Australia Socials: Eastern Solicitors Law Association | Facebook (6) Eastern Solicitors Law Association (ESLA): Overview | LinkedIn

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE. BOOKINGS WILL STAY OPEN UNTIL SOLD OUT. ONCE TICKETS ARE EXHAUSTED, WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ACCOMMODATE ANY FURTHER REGISTRATIONS. PLEASE BOOK AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT. 🎉 New Year Event: Laughter & Wellbeing 🎉 Bring your best joke to kick off the new year with an evening of connection, entertainment, and community as we welcome 2026 together!   🗓️ Event Details Date: Thursday, 5 February 2026 Time: 6.00pm - 10.00pm Venue: The Budgie Bar, Ringwood - White Room   🎤 Entertainment A live comedy set by a trio of current and former Melbourne lawyers and comedians Nathan Chin, Tess Birch & Sashi Perera bringing energy, laughs, and a fun start to the new year.   ✨ Guest Speaker  We will also hear from LIV Wellbeing Manager, Emily Knowles, exploring the role of laughter in wellbeing: how humour and positive engagement can support resilience, mental health and workplace culture. This event is sure to offer practical insights to support a healthy, balanced, and positive start to the year. This session qualifies for 1 CPD point.   🏆 Attendee Participation and Prizes Door prize for Best Joke - bring your sharpest one-liner!   📌 RSVP Registrations close at 5.00 pm on Friday, 30 January 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.   📧 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. 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 prior to the event.   Supported by: Home Law Institute of Victoria  Sponsored by: Home - Pitcher Partners | Equity Trustees | Home | Greens List Barristers | Victorian Bar | Stewart Title Australia Socials: Eastern Solicitors Law Association | Facebook (6) Eastern Solicitors Law Association (ESLA): Overview | LinkedIn

🎄 ESLA Christmas Celebration 2025: Jingle & Mingle 🎅 Join us for a festive evening of cheer, connection, and celebration as we wrap up the year in true Christmas spirit! 🗓️ Event Details Date: Thursday, 4 December 2025 Time: 6pm - 10pm Venue: Vogue Ballroom Free parking is available on site 🎉 Who’s Invited? 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. 👗 Dress Code Christmas Theme think festive, fun, and fabulous! Prizes await the most spirited outfit. 🎶 Entertainment Trivia Competition hosted by the ESLA President Live music by Melbourne band "Get Set" 🏆 Prizes Door Prize Best Christmas-themed outfit Trivia Champion 📌 RSVP Timely registrations closed at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, 28 November 2025. Late registration is available, but places are strictly limited. Don’t miss your chance to join us – act quickly to secure your spot and avoid disappointment. Please note: A late booking fee of $5 has been applied to LIV/ESLA member tickets. The full cost is payable for non-LIV members. 📧 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. 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.   Supported by: Home Law Institute of Victoria  Sponsored by: Home - Pitcher Partners | Equity Trustees | Home | Greens List Barristers | Victorian Bar | Stewart Title Australia

PLEASE NOTE: Attendance at the AGM only is free of charge. Following the AGM, a CPD session will be held with 2 CPD points available to claim. You must purchase a paid ticket to be served dinner, and attend the CPD sessions which will follow the AGM.  Bookings close at noon on Friday, 7 November 2025. Click the 'Book Tickets' button on our website to check availability and booking options. All paid tickets include CPD sessions, dinner, and networking. A list of attendees will be circulated to all registrants prior to the event. Late bookings after the official closing may be possible, subject to availability, and will incur a $5 late booking fee. Click the 'Book Tickets' button on our website to check availability and booking options. Cancellation/refund, is available until 1.00pm on the day before the event. Any questions please email the committee at ESLAcommittee@gmail.com. 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. The proposed schedule for the AGM and following CPD event is outlined below to provide a general overview. Please note that specific details are still being finalised. Stay tuned for updates as plans are confirmed.

Join us for an evening of connection and conversation at our annual young lawyers evening at Auburn Hotel. This event welcomes law students and lawyers alike to network, share experiences and build relationships within the legal community! 📅 Date: Thursday 16 October 2025 🕖 Time: 5.30pm onwards 📍 Location: Auburn Hotel, 85 Auburn Road, Hawthorn East 💵 Cost: $20 (for ESLA/LIV members, which includes drinks & light catering) 🎟️ Limited spots available – book now! PLEASE NOTE: Bookings available until sold out. Places will be limited so book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Cancellation/refund, is available until 1.00pm on the day before the event. A list of attendees will be circulated to all registrants prior to the event. Any questions please email the committee at ESLAcommittee@gmail.com.

Whether you run a practice, specialise in employment law, or are simply interested in the intersection of legal practice and workplace dynamics, this event has something for everyone, and is an event not to be missed. PLEASE NOTE: 2.5 CPD points are available to claim. Bookings close at noon on Friday, 12 September 2025. Click the 'Book Tickets' button on our website to check availability and booking options. Cancellation/refund is available until 1.00 pm on the day before the event. All tickets include CPD sessions, dinner, and networking. A list of attendees will be circulated to all registrants before the event. Late bookings after the official closing may be possible, subject to availability, and will incur a $5 late booking fee. Click the 'Book Tickets' button on our website to check availability and booking options. Any questions, please email the committee at ESLAcommittee@gmail.com. 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.

🎟️ 10 Tickets made available today 11 August, 2025 🎟️ for members who could not commit until the last minute 🎯 First in, first served: Once they’re gone, they’re gone.   PLEASE NOTE: Bookings close at 5pm on Friday 8 August 2025. All tickets include CPD sessions, dinner, and networking. A list of attendees will be circulated prior to the event to facilitate networking opportunities. Cancellation/refund is available until 1.00pm on Monday 11 August 2025. 2.5 substantive law CPD points are claimable. Any questions please email the committee at ESLAcommittee@gmail.com.

You are invited to celebrate the close of the financial year at our annual "Be Jolly in July" social networking and CPD function. Please join us for a cocktail-style event to catch up with and make new connections to your industry colleagues, earn one practice management and business skills CPD point hearing from a speaker about the use of LinkedIn for lawyers and firms to position yourself as an expert and optimise your profile, and also participate in a networking bingo activity facilitated by your ESLA president. MORE ABOUT THE CPD: Wendy Parker (1) Wendy Parker | LinkedIn will present on "Beyond the Business Card - Building Legal Connections that Count on LinkedIn" Wendy is a PR specialist and LinkedIn trainer and will deliver a practical, insightful session designed specifically for legal professionals. Learn how to use LinkedIn with confidence -- to make authentic connections, stay top of mind, and ultimately drive more referrals and opportunities. Wendy says, "in the legal profession, relationships are everything. But today, the first impression often happens long before the handshake. It happens online. And at the forefront of this shift is LinkedIn, which is no longer just a digital résumé, but a powerful platform for building visibility, credibility, and trust." In this session, Wendy will show you how to: Build a compelling, credible profile that invites conversation Connect meaningfully (without the cringe) Create and share content that adds value and sparks discussion Nurture your network to stay visible and referable Whether you're looking to grow your practice, boost your professional presence, or simply connect with purpose, this session will give you the tools to turn connections into real-world opportunities. DOOR PRIZE: Bring your Business Card for your chance to win the DOOR PRIZE. **PLEASE NOTE: the winner must be present at the time of drawing to claim the prize** FURTHER DETAILS: Bookings close on Tuesday 22 July 2025 unless sold out prior. Ticket includes finger foods and a capped bar tab. Free parking is available on the street/s surrounding the venue. Cancellation/refund is available until 1.00pm on Wednesday, 23 July 2025. A list of attendees will be circulated to all registrants prior to the event. Any questions please email the committee at ESLAcommittee@gmail.com.

3 TICKETS LEFT. Once tickets are gone, no further bookings can be taken. This session has been designed to be applicable to all areas of practice. PLEASE NOTE: 2.5 CPD points are available to claim (1.25 professional skills and 1.25 substantive law). Bookings close at 12 noon on Friday, 13 June 2025. EDIT: due to platform issues, bookings have been extended to 3pm on 17 June 2025.  Cancellation/refund, is available until 1.00pm on the day before the event. All tickets include CPD sessions, dinner and networking. A list of attendees will be circulated to all registrants prior to the event. Any questions please email the committee at ESLAcommittee@gmail.com.