WHAT IS THE GOLDEN GAVEL?

An annual competition showcasing two students from each participating university. Students are to present a 5 minute speech that reflects a stand up comedy genre and will be judged based on humour, cleverness, originality and performance.

Competing against students from other Universities, the winner will go onto the present their speech at the Annual Golden Gavel in June (reserved for those practicing as solicitors)

This year’s gavel will be held in person & spectators are also welcome (please note that capacity restrictions may apply).

• 2023 Topic: "Confessions of a Law Student”

• Email vicepresident@ndsls.org with why you want to participate as a competitor

• Applications close 14th May

• Register to spectate via NDSLS’ link tree

Where — The Law Society of NSW, 170 Phillip St Sydney

When — Thursday 25th May, 5:30 - 8PM

Dress Code — Smart Casual