Acknowledging the 10 year anniversary of the 2009 Victorian Bushfires

VGSO acknowledge the 10 year anniversary of the 2009 Victorian Bushfires on 7 February. We remember the 173 Victorians who lost their lives and others who continue to be affected. Our thoughts go out to the Victorians touched by this tragedy, as well as our clients across the Victorian Public Sector who have done so much in the last decade to support these communities. 

Introducing Matthew Hocking

In September 2018 we welcomed Matthew to VGSO, as Assistant Victorian Government Solicitor. 

In this role he leads the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Branch comprising over 60 lawyers.

Click here to read more about Matt, his career experience, professional aspirations and interests outside of work. 

Statutory Interpretation Workshop

Are you often faced with the task of interpreting statutory provisions?

VGSO is hosting an interactive workshop, where senior lawyers will break down statutory construction into practical steps. Wednesday 28 March 2018, 1:00pm-2:45pm (lunch included), $150 (+GST) per participant. Register via email ua.vog.civ.osgv70f250e2d762fbde8a2e70eabf6eb953@70f250e2d762fbde8a2e70eabf6eb953maet.gnitekram. 

More information here. 

Native Title Agreements

The McGlade decision is of national significance and goes to which particular individuals must sign certain agreements under the Native Title Act.

Read more about the decision in the latest VGSO Blog post.