Join us for a dynamic series addressing critical issues in modern education. From clarifying IP ownership when teachers create learning materials, to exploring the transformative impact of AI in schools, become equipped with essential insights and strategies for balancing promise and peril. In the event of a subpoena, know how to respond ethically and legally, ensuring sensitive information remains secure and discover best practices for implementing surveillance technologies that prioritise safety without compromising privacy in your school. Register for whole series or simply attend the sessions that interest you!
Description
Teachers attending the entire series earn 4 Professional Development Hours (NSW, VIC) / CPD Points (QLD, WA, SA)
Lawyers attending the entire series earn 4 CPD units in Substantive Law
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
If you register for the full series as a live online product after the date of an individual session, you will be sent the recording for the sessions that have passed. Alternatively, you can register for individual sessions by following the links below.
Intellectual Property Protection: Copyright and Other IP Issues Encountered by Schools
Wednesday, 16 October 2024
When a teacher gets creative outside their regular responsibilities, like developing materials, apps or website, who owns the IP? With the potential to create the perfect storm for disputes, get ready to untangle the intricacies of ownership under Australian IP laws. Consider the consequences of IP generated by employees and ensure effective protection and utilisation of IP assets within your educational institution.
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Teachers attending earn 1 Professional Development Hour (NSW, VIC) / CPD Point (QLD, WA, SA)
Lawyers attending earn 1 CPD unit in Substantive Law
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
1.00pm to 2.00pm Intellectual Property Protection: Copyright and Other IP Issues Encountered by Schools
- Common intellectual property issues arising in schools
- Copyright concerns: teaching materials, school documents and productions, and other materials
- An understanding of intellectual property issues online and associated licensing issues
- Legal issues associated with open distribution of teaching materials
- Case studies and recent developments
Presented by James Lawrence, Partner, Addisons; Recommended Contentious Intellectual Property Lawyer, Doyle’s Guide 2023
Chair:
Dr Steven Middleton, Associate Principal, St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar
Presenters
James Lawrence, Partner, AddisonsJames Lawrence is an experienced intellectual property (IP) advisor and litigator. He is a Partner in Addisons IP team in Sydney where he specialises in the management of IP disputes. James has been recognised by his peers having been listed for both IP and biotechnology law in the Best Lawyers directory, for contentious IP in Doyle’s Guide as well as being recommended for IP in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific. He is also identified a Leader in IP by the World Intellectual Property Review. James is the Editor of the Patents chapter in Halsbury's Laws of Australia and regularly publishes and presents on IP issues.
Dr Steven Middleton, Associate Principal, St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar
Dr Steven Middleton is currently the Associate Principal of St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar, a independent school in Melbourne’s outer south east. Over the past two decades Dr Middleton has worked in a variety of leadership roles in various independent School’s in both Sydney and Melbourne including The King’s School, Knox Grammar School and Carey Grammar. Dr Middleton has a passion for school culture, teacher and student growth and high performance in various contexts. His Doctoral Thesis from The University of Melbourne focused on leadership and character education for adolescents. Steve has written and presented extensively on issues of school culture, strategic leadership, student well-being and achievement in recent years. He is also beginning a Juris Doctor degree due to his interest in educational legal matters.
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AI in Schools: Integration, Policy and Procedures
Wednesday, 30 October 2024
AI in schools: friend or foe? While AI offers unprecedented opportunities, it also presents significant challenges and potential risks. Delve into the transformative landscape of generative AI and its implications for educational practices. Gain essential insights into developing robust AI policies in your school and effective strategies for addressing challenges and mitigating risks when things go wrong. Join us to ensure your school navigates the integration of AI responsibly and safeguards against its inherent complexities.
Description
Teachers attending earn 1 Professional Development Hour (NSW, VIC) / CPD Point (QLD, WA, SA)
Lawyers attending earn 1 CPD unit in Substantive Law
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
Chair:
Dr Steven Middleton, Associate Principal, St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar
1.00pm to 2.00pm AI in Schools: Integration, Policy and Procedures
- Understand the generative AI landscape
- Tracking the ownership of content that AI is trained on
- Examine rights to likeness and images
- Consider ethical usage of AI
- Creating AI policies and what to do when things go wrong
Presented by Paul Gordon, Partner, Wallmans Lawyers; Recommended Intellectual Property Lawyer, Doyle’s Guide 2024; Best Lawyers 2022-2023, Commercial Litigation
Presenters
Dr Steven Middleton, Associate Principal, St Margaret’s Berwick GrammarDr Steven Middleton is currently the Associate Principal of St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar, a independent school in Melbourne’s outer south east. Over the past two decades Dr Middleton has worked in a variety of leadership roles in various independent School’s in both Sydney and Melbourne including The King’s School, Knox Grammar School and Carey Grammar. Dr Middleton has a passion for school culture, teacher and student growth and high performance in various contexts. His Doctoral Thesis from The University of Melbourne focused on leadership and character education for adolescents. Steve has written and presented extensively on issues of school culture, strategic leadership, student well-being and achievement in recent years. He is also beginning a Juris Doctor degree due to his interest in educational legal matters.
Paul Gordon, Partner, Wallmans Lawyers
Paul has a broad commercial skill set, with specialisation in the areas of technology, media law, intellectual property and corporate governance. He is one of Adelaide’s leading experts on social media and privacy law, having been recognised in Doyles Guide for Leading Technology, Media and Telecommunications Lawyers and for Leading Intellectual Property lawyers. Additionally, in 2021, Paul and his Intellectual Property practice were recognised in the pre-eminent national Australasian Lawyer Awards, as 5-Star Intellectual Property Lawyers and Firms. Paul provides advice through the entire lifecycle of a business – from incorporation, establishment and structuring, to contracts and other commercial agreements, competition and consumer law issues and matters regarding online brand management and marketing.
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What to Do if You are Subpoenaed
Wednesday, 13 November 2024
You’ve been served! If your school finds itself entangled in a subpoena for information or to give evidence, understanding the dos and don’ts on how to respond is crucial. Requests like these can present intricate legal and practical challenges, especially when they involve sensitive information such as counselling records that could impact student well-being or teacher-student relationships. Don’t run the risk of saying or doing the wrong thing and equip yourself with the tools and expertise to handle subpoenas and give evidence in court confidently and professionally.
Chair:
Dr Steven Middleton, Associate Principal, St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar
1.00pm to 2.00pm What to Do if You are Subpoenaed
- What is a subpoena and when are they directed to education professionals?
- Requirements to produce documents, give evidence, or both
- Who to speak to and what questions to ask about a subpoena
- What to expect giving evidence: courtroom procedure and cross examination
- General tips for complying with subpoenas
Presented by Craig Turvey, Special Counsel, Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers; Rising Star in Family Law, Doyle’s Guide 2022
Description
Teachers attending earn 1 Professional Development Hour (NSW, VIC) / CPD Point (QLD, WA, SA)
Lawyers attending earn 1 CPD unit in Substantive Law
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
Presenters
Craig Turvey, Special Counsel, Cooper Grace Ward LawyersCraig advises clients in complex property settlement matters involving trusts and corporate entities. He regularly prepares binding financial agreements and other documents to formalise property settlements for his clients and he has a strong commercial focus. Craig has considerable experience in children’s matters and has represented clients in the Magellan Program, which involves the most serious child abuse cases. While he prefers to resolve matters by way of negotiation if possible, Craig regularly appears in contested proceedings in the Family Court and the Federal Circuit Court to protect his clients’ interests. Craig has been recognised as a Family Law Rising Star in 2018, 2020, 2021 and 2022 in the Doyle’s Guide to the Australian Legal Profession. He was also identified as a leading author in the Lexology Legal Influencers list, Australasia 2020.
Dr Steven Middleton, Associate Principal, St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar
Dr Steven Middleton is currently the Associate Principal of St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar, a independent school in Melbourne’s outer south east. Over the past two decades Dr Middleton has worked in a variety of leadership roles in various independent School’s in both Sydney and Melbourne including The King’s School, Knox Grammar School and Carey Grammar. Dr Middleton has a passion for school culture, teacher and student growth and high performance in various contexts. His Doctoral Thesis from The University of Melbourne focused on leadership and character education for adolescents. Steve has written and presented extensively on issues of school culture, strategic leadership, student well-being and achievement in recent years. He is also beginning a Juris Doctor degree due to his interest in educational legal matters.
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CCTV in Schools: Legal Considerations and Best Practices
Wednesday, 27 November 2024
Surveillance technology is often used in schools to ensure a safe and secure learning environment - but what about the privacy of staff and students? With the very real threat of misuse, data breaches or overuse of surveillance, ensure your school has policies and best practice procedures in place without compromising privacy or ethical duties.
Description
Teachers attending earn 1 Professional Development Hour (NSW, VIC) / CPD Point (QLD, WA, SA)
Lawyers attending earn 1 CPD unit in Substantive Law
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
Chair:
Dr Steven Middleton, Associate Principal, St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar
1.00pm to 2.00pm CCTV in Schools: Legal Considerations and Best Practices
- Overview of data protection and privacy laws
- Understand consent, notification and compliance requirements
- Consider the benefits of CCTV in schools: safety, security and investigations
- Challenges and concerns: privacy and ethical issues, potential misuse of CCTV footage
- Best practices for implementation: developing policies and ensuring transparency
Presented by Amy Kelly, Special Counsel, Maddocks
Presenters
Dr Steven Middleton, Associate Principal, St Margaret’s Berwick GrammarDr Steven Middleton is an accomplished educational leader with close to 30 years of experience across several leading Independent Schools. Holding a Doctorate in Education from The University of Melbourne, Dr Middleton has a profound commitment to enhancing student and staff well being, promoting academic excellence, and fostering community engagement. As Associate Principal at St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar, Dr Middleton has been instrumental in leading strategic initiatives that have significantly improved academic results and school culture. Dr Middleton’s leadership style is marked by strategic vision, educational innovation, and a genuine commitment to developing inclusive, supportive school environments. His extensive experience and research focus on leadership and character education make him a respected figure in the educational community. Dr Middleton has both a professional and personal interest in legal matters to pertaining to schools.
Amy Kelly, Special Counsel, Maddocks
Amy completed her articles of clerkship with Maddocks in 2006 and has recently returned to Maddocks following a period spent in house, most recently in the role of General Counsel at the Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (ESTA). In her time at ESTA, Amy was responsible for providing legal advice in respect of a range of issues, including general contract and commercial advice, complaints and FOI, privacy and records management, governance, policy and government engagement, and litigation. Amy was also responsible for the Board Secretary function and in the management of matters relating to Office of the Chief Executive. In that capacity, Amy has extensive experience working with internal and external stakeholders including senior executives and Board members and understands the importance of providing clear, frank and fearless advice to her clients. During her time at Maddocks, Amy has worked with a variety of clients including local government, state government departments, statutory bodies, individuals, private business and large corporate entities.
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