ANU Journal of Law and Technology

20/01/2026

Join our team! Nominations closing tomorrow🤩🤩

⚡️JOIN OUR TEAM⚡️

The ANU Journal of Law and Technology is looking for our next Editorial Board and two Editors-in-Chief…

Applications are due 21 January 2026 and must be sent to 2025 Editors-in-Chief Bita Mahani and Jacqueline Du. Interviews will be conducted from 25 January 2026. Recruitment decisions will be shared shortly after.

If you want to join our team, follow the steps below!

🖋️EDITORS🖋️

The Editorial Board ensures AGLC compliance, and assists in the operational aspects of the Journal through participation in subcommittees in fortnightly meetings.

Applicants must email through:
⭐️ CV
⭐️ Academic Transcript
⭐️ Editorial Board Application Response (one page): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JijIqstzUO92wEZeHmmt0Z4Ypx3J3JPsl86NdKUOw1M/edit?usp=sharing

🖋️EDITORS-IN-CHIEF🖋️

The Editors-in-Chief lead the JOLT team. The role includes leading the Editorial Board and Academic Advisory Board, reviewing manuscript submissions, facilitating peer reviews and overseeing the editorial process.

Applicants must email through:
⭐️ CV
⭐️ Academic Transcript
⭐️ EIC Application Response (one page): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TSzR1CuGVZ6nVj7OyuqVqwery2IlzCMuH3PsZJCqdZ8/edit?usp=sharing

📔ABOUT JOLT📔

Founded in 2019, ANU JOLT is Australia’s leading academic peer-reviewed law journal that publishes high-quality works at the intersection of law and technology. JOLT is the ANU’s only completely student-run academic journal. JOLT generally publishes biannually. The journal also organises events and other initiatives relating to law and technology. These include panel discussions, podcasts, career development sessions, social mixers and more.

21/12/2025

⚡️2025 VOLUME 6(1) - SPECIAL ISSUE⚡️

We’re proud to have recently published the first installment of the sixth volume of JOLT. Delve into the latest on AI in Australian legal education and practice.

This issue features three groundbreaking articles…

✨The first article, The Dignity of Legal Education vs Artificial Intelligence in Australian Law Schools by Dr Raul Madden provides a philosophical interrogation of the tension between the moral purposes law schools have traditionally served, the financial realities they face, and the challenges and opportunities posed by generative AI.

✨The second article, The Evolution of Legal Knowledge Work in an Age of Brilliant(?) Technologies: From Robo-Lawyer to Digital Law Clerk by Professors Julian Webb and Jeannie Paterson, develops a groundbreaking novel taxonomy of archetypes in the legal profession which allow for analysis of emergent patterns of AI applications and their impacts.

✨The third article, The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Duty and Standard of Care in Legal Practice: A ‘Disrupting Moment’ for Laws that Protect Consumers from Economic Harm by Dr Catherine Brown OAM, Professor Sharon Christensen, Dr Brydon Wang, Associate Professor Amanda Stickley, Trent Candy, and Dr Rouhshi Low illuminates the limitations of current liability frameworks through employing an AI autonomy–human cognitive input spectrum.

See here for the issue: https://anujolt.org/issue/13235

Happy reading!

21/12/2025

⚡️JOIN OUR TEAM⚡️

The ANU Journal of Law and Technology is looking for our next Editorial Board and two Editors-in-Chief…

Applications are due 21 January 2026 and must be sent to 2025 Editors-in-Chief Bita Mahani and Jacqueline Du. Interviews will be conducted from 25 January 2026. Recruitment decisions will be shared shortly after.

If you want to join our team, follow the steps below!

🖋️EDITORS🖋️

The Editorial Board ensures AGLC compliance, and assists in the operational aspects of the Journal through participation in subcommittees in fortnightly meetings.

Applicants must email through:
⭐️ CV
⭐️ Academic Transcript
⭐️ Editorial Board Application Response (one page): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JijIqstzUO92wEZeHmmt0Z4Ypx3J3JPsl86NdKUOw1M/edit?usp=sharing

🖋️EDITORS-IN-CHIEF🖋️

The Editors-in-Chief lead the JOLT team. The role includes leading the Editorial Board and Academic Advisory Board, reviewing manuscript submissions, facilitating peer reviews and overseeing the editorial process.

Applicants must email through:
⭐️ CV
⭐️ Academic Transcript
⭐️ EIC Application Response (one page): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TSzR1CuGVZ6nVj7OyuqVqwery2IlzCMuH3PsZJCqdZ8/edit?usp=sharing

📔ABOUT JOLT📔

Founded in 2019, ANU JOLT is Australia’s leading academic peer-reviewed law journal that publishes high-quality works at the intersection of law and technology. JOLT is the ANU’s only completely student-run academic journal. JOLT generally publishes biannually. The journal also organises events and other initiatives relating to law and technology. These include panel discussions, podcasts, career development sessions, social mixers and more.

11/11/2024

The Australian National University Journal of Law and Technology (ANU JOLT) is seeking applications from students studying an LLB or JD at the ANU to lead the 2025 team as the next Editors-in-Chief.

Founded in 2019, ANU JOLT is Australia’s leading academic peer-reviewed law journal that publishes high-quality works at the intersection of law and technology. JOLT is the ANU’s only completely student-run academic journal. JOLT generally publishes biannually. The journal also organises events and other initiatives relating to law and technology. These include panel discussions, podcasts, career development sessions, social mixers and more.

All applicants to the EIC role are required to have at least one year of enrolment remaining at ANU.

Editors-in-Chief of JOLT are responsible for the operation and management of the editorial board and the biannual publication of the journal. They must liaise with the ANU College of Law, authors, sponsors, editors, experts in the field, and the JOLT team.

Applicants should note that the Editor-in-Chief role requires a moderate but consistent time commitment. The time commitment may increase depending on the manuscripts needing to be reviewed and the publication cycle (hours may increase in the lead-up to publication in July and December).

Fundraising or professional experience, as well as prior leadership experience, will be highly valued. Technical or STEM experience is not a requirement for the role.

Please note that the EIC role is a volunteer position.

An application should contain a curriculum vitae, academic transcript and a single page cover letter answering the following three questions:

• Why do you want to be a part of the ANU Journal of Law and Technology?
• Why do you think you are a good candidate for Editor-in-Chief?
• Using a previous experience as an example, how have you successfully led a team, liaised with external stakeholders or otherwise contributed to a team project?

Applications should be sent to [email protected] and addressed to the Editors-in-Chief, Daniel Marns and James Jackson

Applications close on 10 December 2024.

We look forward to receiving your application!

11/11/2024

The Australian National University Journal of Law and Technology (ANU JOLT) is seeking applications from students studying an LLB or JD at the ANU to join the team as Editors in 2025.

Founded in 2019, ANU JOLT is Australia’s leading academic peer-reviewed law journal that publishes high-quality works at the intersection of law and technology. JOLT is the ANU’s only completely student-run academic journal. JOLT generally publishes biannually. JOLT also organises events and other initiatives relating to law and technology. These include panel discussions, podcasts, career development sessions, social mixers and more.

Editors are responsible for taking charge of assigned academic manuscripts and reviewing them for spelling, grammar and AGLC4 compliance.

Editors may occasionally also help run and organise the non-academic elements of JOLT. This can include planning and managing events, leading social media engagement, engaging with stakeholders, finance and sponsorship and assisting the Editors-in-Chief as needed.

The time commitment for Editors may vary depending on the manuscripts needing to be reviewed and the publication cycle (hours may increase in the lead-up to publication in July and December). At a minimum, Editors should ensure time to attend fortnightly meetings with the JOLT team and 1-2 hours of editing per week. It is also encouraged that all Editors attend events hosted by JOLT.

Technical, STEM or previous editorial experience is not a requirement for these positions. What is required is a keen eye for detail, comfort with AGLC4, and strong writing and English language skills. An editing workshop will be run for all successful candidates in early 2025.

Please note that ANU JOLT is operated entirely by volunteers.

To apply, please submit a CV and a cover letter answering the following three questions:

• Why do you want to be a part of the ANU Journal of Law and Technology?
• Why do you think you are a good candidate for Editor?
• What is something in law and technology that fascinates you?

Applications should be sent to [email protected] and addressed to the Editors-in-Chief, Daniel Marns and James Jackson. Please email JOLT if you have any questions about the role. We look forward to receiving your application!

Applications close on 10 December 2024.

29/05/2024

🔔 The ANU JOLT is delighted to announce the launch of our Volume 4, Issue 1, 2023. In this Issue, we are excited to present three meticulously researched articles, each offering a unique perspective on their topic. Read the Issue here: https://anujolt.org/issue/10486

✍️'Ensuring Location Data Privacy in Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAVs)' by Amy Dunphy: The author undertakes a comprehensive examination to analyse whether Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAVs) location data will constitute ‘personal information’ under the Privacy Act 1998 (Cth) and proposes a law reform framework.

✍️ 'Online Service Providers in Choppy Waters: Time to Revise Copyright Safe Harbour Scheme in Australia' by Shahzeb Mahmood: The author argues in favour of amending Australia's Copyright Act 1968 (Cth) to afford safe harbour to intermediaries for third-party infringements.

✍️ 'AI, A Mere Capability or With Legal Personality: Inventorship in Patents Reimagined' by Ulrika (Yui Ting) Li: The author argues for legislative reforms in the Patents Act 1990 (Cth) to enhance the governance of patents in AI-generated outputs, including noting the important distinction between outputs which are created fully autonomously and semi-autonomously by AI.

This Volume is a product of 1.5 years of dedicated hard work, skilful editorship, and remarkable teamwork. Our robust and academically rigorous publication process has ensured a high level of scholarly and research excellence.

This Volume has been made possible due to the tireless efforts and exceptional editorial contributions of the 2023 Editors-in-Chief Shashwat Tripathi and Aaron Zee; 2023 Senior Editor Daniel Marns; 2023 Editors Amelia Robertson, James Jackson, Joe Negrine, and Kira Patel; and 2023 General Officers Aala Cheema, Aimee Griffiths, and Mackenzie Cooke.

We warmly thank our wonderful academic Peer Reviewers, whose expert scholarly oversight, feedback, and guidance enabled the Journal and this Issue to reach its highest potential.

We also express our deep appreciation to the ANU College of Law for their unwavering support to the Journal.

A special acknowledgment to the Good Prose Studios for their dedicated efforts in delivering final copyediting and formatting services.

As Australia's leading and authoritative peer-reviewed academic law and technology journal, we will continue to collaborate with leading academics to publish cutting-edge research and produce innovative scholarly perspectives.

Ensuring location data privacy in connected and automated vehicles; revising Australian copyright safe harbour scheme; and AI inventorship in Australian patent law

29/05/2024

🔔 The 2023 Editorial Board is pleased to publish our latest Academic Blog Post, 'The Lifecycle of AI in the Health Sector', by Hannah James.

Hannah discusses various regulatory landscapes that currently govern the development of AI technology in the health sector and argues they are becoming increasingly complex and difficult to comply with.

We thank Hannah for her contribution, 2023 Editors-in-Chief Shashwat Tripathi and Aaron Zee for their editorial leadership, and 2023 Editors Joe Negrine and Amelia Robertson for their skilled editorship.

Read the full article here:

Hannah James discusses various regulatory landscapes that currently govern the development of AI technology in the health sector and argues they are becoming increasingly complex and difficult to comply with.

10/04/2024

VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITY– OPEN TO ALL ANU LAW STUDENTS!

The ANU Journal of Law and Technology (ANU JOLT) is currently looking for two law students to join the team as general officers.

ANU JOLT is one of Australia’s leading student led academic peer-reviewed law journals that publishes high-quality works at the intersection of law and technology.

General officers at ANU JOLT assist the editors-in-chief with the operation and management of the editorial board and the biannual publication of the journal. They liaise with the ANU College of Law, sponsors, experts in the field, and the JOLT team. They help run and organise events and help manage the journal's social media presence.

This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to get practical experience in an important and emerging field. No technical experience or expertise required – only an interest in law and technology!

To apply, please submit the following documents to [email protected]:

• Your resume; and
• A cover letter outlining your interest in law and technology, any past extracurricular experience (not required – we will consider all applicants), and your date of graduation.

Please also email JOLT if you have any questions about the role.

Applications close: 10 May 2024

12/02/2024

🔔 The ANU Journal of Law and Technology is now accepting submissions for Volume 5 Issue 1! 🔔

If you are an academic, lawyer, industry professional or exceptional senior law student, we welcome your high quality academic works in the intersection of law and technology. We are accepting submissions on a rolling basis.

As one of Australia's most renowned peer-reviewed law and technology academic journals, we are looking forward to publishing our first issue of 2024.

We have detailed information about eligibility and submission guidelines on our website: https://anujolt.org/for-authors, and we are looking forward to reading your manuscripts.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss something further, please reach out to us at [email protected].

05/12/2023

🔔 ANNOUNCEMENT: The ANU Journal of Law and Technology had the honour of hosting Brendan Dowling, Australia's Ambassador for Cyber Affairs and Critical Technology, in conversation with our Co-Editor-in-Chief Shashwat Tripathi.

With the goal of advancing Australian scholarship and thought leadership in the intersection of law and technology, we had a very engaging discussion about:

🌏 Ambassador Brendon's professional journey;
🇦🇺 Australia's place in the world in cyber affairs and critical technology;
⚖️ Improvements in Australia's current cyber regulatory and policy landscape; and
🎓 Advice to law students in building a career in this field.

✅ The discussion can be watched on ANU College of Law's YouTube channel via this link: https://youtu.be/N1CK2VD-OT0?si=HQ8dkrWHTjq5amPg

A warm thank you to Tom Fearon, Marketing and Communications Manager at the ANU College of Law, for his extensive support and invaluable assistance!

The ANU Journal of Law and Technology (JOLT) at the ANU College of Law hosted the prominent Brendan Dowling, Australian Ambassador for Cyber Affairs and Crit...

06/10/2023

🔔 Lucinda Longcroft, Google's Director of Government Affairs & Public Policy (ANZ) is coming to the ANU College of Law! Join the ANU International Law Society for this rare and exciting event.

Lucinda is a renowned senior international lawyer, specialising in the intersection of international law, technology and public policy at national and international levels.

Register here: https://lnkd.in/dxZ59pnd

Prior to Google, Lucinda has had a stellar career and worked as a:

- Senior Adviser in the Office of the Under-Secretary General of the United Nations (New York);
- Head of the New York Office of the World Intellectual Property Organisation;
- Legal Officer at the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs;
- Legal Consultant at the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs (New York);
- Associate to Hon. Justice Ronald St. John Macdonald at the European Court of Human Rights;
- Legal Officer at the Australian Law Reform Commission; and
- Associate to Hon. Justice Daryl D. Davies at the Federal Court of Australia.

She holds a Master of International Law, Intellectual Property Law, Public International Law from the University of Cambridge and a BA/LLB from the University of Sydney.

📆 Date: Wednesday 11 October 2023
⏰ Time: 12 pm to 1.30 pm
📍 Location: Moot Court Teaching Space 2, ANU College of Law (Registration required)

04/10/2023

🔔 Are you interested in law and technology? Do you have an eye for details? This is the right job for you!

We are looking for 2x Editors-in-Chief to lead the ANU Journal of Law and Technology for 2024.

The Editors-in-Chief of ANU JOLT are responsible for the operation and management of the editorial board and the biannual publication of the journal. They must liaise with the ANU College of Law, authors, our sponsors, editors, experts in the field, and the JOLT team.

We are recruiting students currently in their second-last or last year of law degree at the ANU. They must graduate not before end of 2024.

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and academic statement of results to [email protected] by 5pm AEDT 25th October.

ANU students, please outline your interest in law and technology, any past leadership experience (not essential but preferred), and your date of graduation. Please see the link for more details - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wHuQriQABfXlcbG5kMc0eSk1G-b5Ljul/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107789773466314323683&rtpof=true&sd=true

We look forward to receiving your applications and feel free to reach out if you have any questions!