Griffith Law School is pleased to present the annual Legal Essay Competition
Do your Year 12 students have a strong case to make about a current legal issue? Year 12 students interested in the role of law and law reform to effect positive social change are encouraged to submit an essay in our competition. With cash prizes up for grabs, this is the perfect opportunity for Year 12 students to showcase their passion for law and social change in a fun, competitive environment.
Please note: The 2023 competition has now closed.
About the competition
Submissions for 2023 have now closed.
- The competition was open to Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Northern NSW Year 12 students.
- Entries can be either assessment items that students have completed, or new essays written for this competition.
- The essays must be based on a topic that raises legal questions or issues – the choice of topic is up to the student.
- Students must show evidence of research, analysis and evaluation.
- Word count must be between 800-2000 words including footnotes or endnotes, and a bibliography must be included.
Prizes
Winner
$500 cash prize, a book prize and a trophy
Winner's school
$300 cash prize
Two runner-up winners
$250 cash prize each
Awards
In 2022, the Griffith Law School held the High School Legal Essay Competition in both Brisbane and the Gold Coast. The award presentation nights were held in the Brisbane Supreme Court Library and at SPG Lawyers on the Gold Coast. The awards presentation is an opportunity to meet Griffith Law School staff, Lawyers and other students. Eligible entrants will receive an invitation to the 2023 awards presentation after the competition has closed.
2023 Gold Coast event
Tuesday 10 October 2023
2023 Brisbane event
Wednesday 18 October 2023