Careers in commercial law – whether in legal practice, business, government or academia – can be rewarding, intellectually challenging and exciting. Many ANU Law graduates go on to have highly successful commercial law careers. But how many are women? And what particular challenges do women face in this competitive and, historically, male-dominated area of law? The Women in Commercial Law Forum presents four ANU Law alumni, each a leader in her field, speaking candidly about the rewards and the challenges of working as women in the area of commercial law. After the Forum there will be a chance to chat over drinks.

Registration is $10 which includes canapes and drinks. Please register for this event online.

Presented by the Centre for Commercial Law, ANU Law Students' Society and the ANU Women in Law Organisation

Speakers

Anne-Marie Allgrove is a partner in the Sydney office of Baker & McKenzie where she has developed a broad commercial practice with particular focus on issues in the technology, communications and media industries. 

Amanda Harkness is an ASX C-suite executive. She has a broad role across ASX’s integrated exchange group businesses, creating collaboration between business, technology and regulators to deliver value and reduce costs for those seeking capital, intermediaries, traders and investors in ASX’s financial markets and those who rely on ASX’s risk management systems.  

Cathie Armour is one of 5 Commissioners of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). The Commission is responsible for ASIC's performance as Australia's integrated corporate, markets, financial services and consumer credit regulator. Cathie is the chair of ASIC's Enforcement Committee. 

Prue Bindon is a barrister, President of the Women Lawyers Association ACT and Associate Lecturer at the ANU College of Law. She is a former Managing Associate of Linklaters in Hong Kong and former Senior Associate at King & Wood Mallesons. 

Contact: Nicole Harman