Dean's welcome

We are committed to creating outstanding law and criminology professionals. In just over 30 years, La Trobe Law School has established a strong reputation for the quality of its graduates, who benefit from exceptional employment outcomes and have gone on to become leaders at state, national and international levels.

Our success begins with our students. Our diverse cohort includes many who are the first in their families to attend university. As someone who was the first in my family to pursue higher education, I understand the transformative power of education and the importance of a supportive academic environment. La Trobe Law School’s courses are enriched by the unique perspectives of our students, which shapes our inclusive approach to education and fosters a broad perspective on law and criminology.

Social justice lies at the heart of our mission. La Trobe Law School is dedicated to making a positive social impact through our work and partnerships. Our students, taught across three locations including our Bendigo regional campus, actively engage with their communities, providing essential services to those in need through our network of work placements and clinics, which include community legal centres and the La Trobe Law Clinic.

Our academic staff are at the forefront of delivering an enriching and forward-thinking curriculum. They equip students with the latest knowledge and skills needed to thrive as future law and criminology professionals. Through innovative teaching methods and hands-on activities, we prepare our students to adapt and excel in a rapidly changing world.

La Trobe Law School is also a hub for impactful research. Our academics collaborate with government, industry and community partners to take on the most pressing social issues. We strive to contribute to the public good by examining, debating and resolving important social questions through scholarly research and critical thinking.

Our courses offer students flexibility and the chance to broaden their horizons and gain international experience. Opportunities for overseas exchange, participation in international competitions and skills development initiatives are integral to our courses, ensuring that our graduates are well-prepared for a global legal landscape.

We invite you to join us at La Trobe Law School, where we continue to build on our founders' vision of leadership and engagement. Together, we strive to make a meaningful difference locally, nationally and globally.

Professor Lorne Neudorf
Dean, La Trobe Law School