Events in Sydney
2017 EVENTS |
Bastille Day Event
On 15 July 2017, the Sydney FALS committee put on a casual social event at the Bonjour Cafe to celebrate Bastille Day. Guests enjoyed traditional French drinks and nibbles before engaging in 4 competitive rounds of trivia questions on French history, literature and food. Guests also enjoyed some classic (and some not so classic) French tunes from a playlist that the committee created for the occasion
On 15 July 2017, the Sydney FALS committee put on a casual social event at the Bonjour Cafe to celebrate Bastille Day. Guests enjoyed traditional French drinks and nibbles before engaging in 4 competitive rounds of trivia questions on French history, literature and food. Guests also enjoyed some classic (and some not so classic) French tunes from a playlist that the committee created for the occasion
Networking drinks at Palings
On 29 June 2017, the FALS committee organised networking drinks at Palings in Sydney. It was a casual evening where members of the Sydney legal community, both French and Australian, caught up over drinks and nibbles. Guests had the chance to discuss their experiences travelling, working and studying in France and Australia.
On 29 June 2017, the FALS committee organised networking drinks at Palings in Sydney. It was a casual evening where members of the Sydney legal community, both French and Australian, caught up over drinks and nibbles. Guests had the chance to discuss their experiences travelling, working and studying in France and Australia.
2016 EVENTS
Brexit Seminar
On 30 November 2016, FALS held a seminar on Brexit at the Alliance Française in Sydney.
The seminar was presented by Brian Hillman and Phil Radford who each provided a different perspective on various aspects of Brexit including the vote, the result, the figures, the consequences, will it last and what it all means. Brian provided a perspective against Brexit and Phil provided a perspective for Brexit. Both presentations were well researched, interesting and thought provoking. Over 40 guests were captivated by the topic which was evidenced by the many questions put to both Brian and Phil at the end.
Following the presentation, guests were treated to French wine and delicious canapés served by the Bonjour Café. It was a fantastic evening and FALS thanks Brian and Phil, and all guests for attending.
On 30 November 2016, FALS held a seminar on Brexit at the Alliance Française in Sydney.
The seminar was presented by Brian Hillman and Phil Radford who each provided a different perspective on various aspects of Brexit including the vote, the result, the figures, the consequences, will it last and what it all means. Brian provided a perspective against Brexit and Phil provided a perspective for Brexit. Both presentations were well researched, interesting and thought provoking. Over 40 guests were captivated by the topic which was evidenced by the many questions put to both Brian and Phil at the end.
Following the presentation, guests were treated to French wine and delicious canapés served by the Bonjour Café. It was a fantastic evening and FALS thanks Brian and Phil, and all guests for attending.
Networking drinks at Small Bar
On 4 August 2016, the FALS committee organised networking drinks at Small Bar in Sydney. Members and friends of FALS had a chance to catch up over wine and nibbles.
On 4 August 2016, the FALS committee organised networking drinks at Small Bar in Sydney. Members and friends of FALS had a chance to catch up over wine and nibbles.
Networking drinks at Palings
On 17 March 2016, the FALS committee organised networking drinks at Palings in Sydney. It was a casual evening where members of the Sydney legal community, both French and Australian, caught up over drinks and nibbles. Guests had the chance to discuss their experiences travelling, working and studying in France and Australia.
On 17 March 2016, the FALS committee organised networking drinks at Palings in Sydney. It was a casual evening where members of the Sydney legal community, both French and Australian, caught up over drinks and nibbles. Guests had the chance to discuss their experiences travelling, working and studying in France and Australia.
Annual General Meeting 2016
On 2 February 2016, the fourth Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the French Australian Lawyers Society was held at the French Consulate-General in Sydney. Over 15 members attended the meeting and those who could not physically attend voted by proxy.
We are pleased to announce that at this meeting the 2016 committee was voted in and a small number of changes were made to the constitution pursuant to special resolutions.
After the formalities of the meeting concluded, everyone was able to catch up and celebrate the AGM with a glass of wine. Many members then carried on to have dinner at Le Pub to continue catching up over some more wine and a French meal.
We thank our members for attending the AGM and participating in this important meeting for the Society. We also thank the French Consulate-General in Sydney for welcoming us into their offices.
Please see more information on the 2016 Committee here and the Constitution can be found here.
On 2 February 2016, the fourth Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the French Australian Lawyers Society was held at the French Consulate-General in Sydney. Over 15 members attended the meeting and those who could not physically attend voted by proxy.
We are pleased to announce that at this meeting the 2016 committee was voted in and a small number of changes were made to the constitution pursuant to special resolutions.
After the formalities of the meeting concluded, everyone was able to catch up and celebrate the AGM with a glass of wine. Many members then carried on to have dinner at Le Pub to continue catching up over some more wine and a French meal.
We thank our members for attending the AGM and participating in this important meeting for the Society. We also thank the French Consulate-General in Sydney for welcoming us into their offices.
Please see more information on the 2016 Committee here and the Constitution can be found here.
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2015 EVENTS
Bâtonnier and Vice Bâtonnier du Barreau de Paris visit to Sydney
On 4 November 2015, Pierre-Olivier Sur, Bâtonnier and Laurent Martinet, Vice Bâtonnier du Barreau de Paris were welcomed to a cocktail reception jointly held by Baker & McKenzie and the Society at Baker & McKenzie in Sydney. Over 50 guests were welcomed by Mathieu Hanaut, Partner at Baker & McKenzie and Marie Wilkening-Le Brun, President of the Society. In attendance were members of the judiciary, barristers, solicitors and law students.
Both Mr Sur and Mr Martinet gave interesting speeches as to the importance of the contribution of French qualified lawyers working in Australia. Mr Nicolas Croizer, French Consul-General spoke about the importance of lawyers in society.
This event was significant for both French and Australian members of the legal community as Mr Sur and Mr Laurent were in Sydney to attend the Law Society of New South Wales to sign a memorandum of understanding between the Paris Bar and the Law Society for the mutual recognition of work experience for trainee lawyers.
Bâtonnier and Vice Bâtonnier du Barreau de Paris visit to Sydney
On 4 November 2015, Pierre-Olivier Sur, Bâtonnier and Laurent Martinet, Vice Bâtonnier du Barreau de Paris were welcomed to a cocktail reception jointly held by Baker & McKenzie and the Society at Baker & McKenzie in Sydney. Over 50 guests were welcomed by Mathieu Hanaut, Partner at Baker & McKenzie and Marie Wilkening-Le Brun, President of the Society. In attendance were members of the judiciary, barristers, solicitors and law students.
Both Mr Sur and Mr Martinet gave interesting speeches as to the importance of the contribution of French qualified lawyers working in Australia. Mr Nicolas Croizer, French Consul-General spoke about the importance of lawyers in society.
This event was significant for both French and Australian members of the legal community as Mr Sur and Mr Laurent were in Sydney to attend the Law Society of New South Wales to sign a memorandum of understanding between the Paris Bar and the Law Society for the mutual recognition of work experience for trainee lawyers.
Networking Drinks in Sydney at the Exchange Hotel
On 15 October 2015, the FALS committee members in Sydney organised a networking event at the Exchange Hotel. It was a relaxed evening with students, paralegals and lawyers in attendance. The guests shared their experiences working and studying in Australia, France and other Francophone countries. The Exchange Hotel offered a warm atmosphere with good quality meals and wines.
Seminar Business Law in Africa
On 28 August 2015 the French Australian Lawyers Society, in association with the Australia Africa Business Council, held a seminar on Business Law in Africa. Over 35 people attended, including lawyers, barristers, journalists (SBS channel) and members of the French Embassy. The speakers were Benoît Le Bars, Managing Partner of Lazareff Le Bars LLP (Paris) and renowned international arbitrator, and François de Senneville, Partner and Head of the Lazareff Le Bars' African desk. The seminar was followed by drinks. All attendees enjoyed learning more about new challenges in this region and the relationships between Australia and Africa.
The main topics discussed were:
- OHADA Law: Benoît Le Bars gave the attendees an overview of OHADA, a system of business laws adopted by 17 African Nations. The OHADA laws also include international arbitration rules and a supranational Court has been created to ensure uniformity between countries.
- Taxes in Africa: François de Senneville gave the participants an overview of the situation of companies investing in Africa.
Bleu Blanc Rouge Bastille Day week-end 2015
On 11 and 12 July 2015, the Society participated in the Bleu Blanc Rouge Festival in Sydney, held on the Customs House foreshore. Members were able to take part in a game of pétanque and a French Cooking Master Class.
Annual General Meeting 2015
On 27 February 2015 the Society held its Annual General Meeting at the French Consulate in Sydney. Over 30 people attended the evening. Guests were welcomed by Anne-Laure Bullier, Vice President. The 2015 Committee was elected at this meeting.
On 15 October 2015, the FALS committee members in Sydney organised a networking event at the Exchange Hotel. It was a relaxed evening with students, paralegals and lawyers in attendance. The guests shared their experiences working and studying in Australia, France and other Francophone countries. The Exchange Hotel offered a warm atmosphere with good quality meals and wines.
Seminar Business Law in Africa
On 28 August 2015 the French Australian Lawyers Society, in association with the Australia Africa Business Council, held a seminar on Business Law in Africa. Over 35 people attended, including lawyers, barristers, journalists (SBS channel) and members of the French Embassy. The speakers were Benoît Le Bars, Managing Partner of Lazareff Le Bars LLP (Paris) and renowned international arbitrator, and François de Senneville, Partner and Head of the Lazareff Le Bars' African desk. The seminar was followed by drinks. All attendees enjoyed learning more about new challenges in this region and the relationships between Australia and Africa.
The main topics discussed were:
- OHADA Law: Benoît Le Bars gave the attendees an overview of OHADA, a system of business laws adopted by 17 African Nations. The OHADA laws also include international arbitration rules and a supranational Court has been created to ensure uniformity between countries.
- Taxes in Africa: François de Senneville gave the participants an overview of the situation of companies investing in Africa.
Bleu Blanc Rouge Bastille Day week-end 2015
On 11 and 12 July 2015, the Society participated in the Bleu Blanc Rouge Festival in Sydney, held on the Customs House foreshore. Members were able to take part in a game of pétanque and a French Cooking Master Class.
Annual General Meeting 2015
On 27 February 2015 the Society held its Annual General Meeting at the French Consulate in Sydney. Over 30 people attended the evening. Guests were welcomed by Anne-Laure Bullier, Vice President. The 2015 Committee was elected at this meeting.
2014 EVENTS
Drinks
A drinks function was held to welcome French and Francophile lawyers at Metro St James Café/Bar in Sydney. Committee members of the Society attended including Anne-Laure Bullier, Vice President, Marie Wilkening-Le Brun, President, Sandrine Alexandre-Hughes 2013 President, Emmanuelle Boue-Mansukh, and Bruno Solia together with over 35 guests.
A drinks function was held to welcome French and Francophile lawyers at Metro St James Café/Bar in Sydney. Committee members of the Society attended including Anne-Laure Bullier, Vice President, Marie Wilkening-Le Brun, President, Sandrine Alexandre-Hughes 2013 President, Emmanuelle Boue-Mansukh, and Bruno Solia together with over 35 guests.
Wine Tasting at Mills Oakley Lawyers
On 7 August 2014 over 60 guests were able to sample fabulous wines from France at Mills Oakley. Anne-Laure Bullier, Vice President welcomed the guests.
On 7 August 2014 over 60 guests were able to sample fabulous wines from France at Mills Oakley. Anne-Laure Bullier, Vice President welcomed the guests.
