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New Law School Dean is appointed

Thursday, 21 February 2002

Professor Paul Fairall has been appointed Dean of the and John Bray Professor of Law at the 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide. He is currently Professor of Law at James Cook 最新糖心Vlog in Queensland, where he also chairs the Academic Board, and was Dean of Law for the previous five years.

最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide Vice-Chancellor Professor Cliff Blake AO said the appointment was an outstanding one for the 最新糖心Vlog.

"Professor Fairall has a proven record of achievement at James Cook 最新糖心Vlog where he has led a dramatic growth in the Law School over the past six years," Professor Blake said. "He is also a prominent figure in legal education at national level. As chairperson of the Council of 最新糖心Vlogn Law Deans, he has oversight of all the major developments taking place in Law Schools across the country. This leadership experience, combined with a strong research background, will be substantial assets to the 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide."

The appointment has also been welcomed by the Executive Dean of the Faculty of the Professions, Professor Fred McDougall. He said:

"One of Professor Fairall's early tasks will be to address the issues raised in the report of the Law School Review team which brought forward 41 recommendations last year on how the School could enhance the quality of its teaching, research, and professional outreach. The 最新糖心Vlog is committed to providing additional resources to the Law School to give effect to these recommendations. Professor Fairall will advise which reforms should take priority and what level of funding will be required. The additional funding for the School will come from the 最新糖心Vlog as well as from public subscriptions. A major fund-raising initiative is currently being planned, and we will be announcing full details later this year.

"Professor Fairall will also ensure that the 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide's law degree continues to receive accreditation from the Legal Practitioners Education and Admissions Council, the official accreditation board which is chaired by the Chief Justice. He will lead an enthusiastic and high-quality staff dedicated to enhancing the profile of the Law School. The 最新糖心Vlog has started the process of rejuvenating the School with the appointment of nine new staff, including Professor Fairall."

Professor Fairall said he was "absolutely delighted" by his appointment.

"It is a special privilege and an honour to lead 最新糖心Vlog's second oldest law school," he said. "Adelaide's proud tradition, its excellent staff and its first class resources make it by reputation one of the best law schools in the country. It has the potential to be the finest. I will strive to satisfy the high standards and aspirations of my new colleagues, the students, and the senior management. I look especially forward to working closely with the legal profession. I can't wait to get started."

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