Jeffrey Goldberger: Contract Law Masterclass 2026
The Society is pleased to announce the return of Jeffrey Goldberger to Hobart this October to deliver the next chapter in his suite of contract law masterclasses. This masterclass is aimed at practitioners with over five years’ experience. It will assist you to keep abreast of the latest developments in contract law and help you develop your technical skills to enable you to provide more effective solutions for your clients.
Format: Livestreamed and In-person (Hobart)
Recorded: With the presenters' consent
Time: 9.30-2pm Monday 10 October
Reviews from Jeffrey’s previous Contract Law Masterclasses: Phenomenal presenter | One of the best presentations ever, contracts law made interesting and engaging | The best contracts law seminar I’ve attended in many years | A great presenter - entertaining, concise and interesting. With just the right mixture of fear-inducing insight! | The presentation materials are excellent, as was Jeffrey's presentation. | Jeffrey's style of presentation was engaging and helped to highlight key areas of focus. | The paper is a fantastic resource.
Program for 2026
Registrations from 9.00am
Welcome remarks
9.30am
1. Proprietary and promissory estoppel in Australian law.
2. Deeds of settlement, releases and covenants not to sue: legal principles and drafting implications.
10.50am - Morning tea
11.05am
3. The restraint of trade doctrine: principles and practice.
4. The equitable obligation of confidentiality and express contractual promises of confidentiality
12.25pm - Lunch
12.40pm
5. The relationship between an award of damages for breach of contract and the remedy of restitution: the latest case law.
6. Rectification by construction.
2pm - Final remarks and close
About the Presenter
Jeffrey Goldberger is a Sydney-based construction and infrastructure lawyer and a recognised authority on Australian contract law. A contract law specialist with over 25 years’ experience in the Australian legal sector, Jeffrey has advised clients across both the public and private sectors and is highly regarded by major government, finance, resources and corporate clients.
Jeffrey is widely known for his ability to articulate complex principles of contract law in a practical and commercially focused way. He has extensive experience in the negotiation and resolution of complex contractual issues and is known for his expertise in high-value and technically challenging matters.
In 2012, Jeffrey served on the then Federal Attorney-General’s Expert Panel established to advise the Australian Government on the effectiveness of Australian contract law. He has presented papers on Australian and English contract law at numerous conferences and seminars throughout Australia and the United Kingdom, and previously lectured in contract law, commercial law and private international law at the University of Sydney Law School.
in-person (at the Society, 28 Murray Street) and livestreamed.
28 Murray Street, Hobart Tas 7000
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Venue Access: Please note that as the Society's building at 28 Murray Street, Hobart was built in 1876 there is no lift or disability access to the downstairs training area. The Society's building at 56 Charles Street, Launceston was built in 1860 and there is no lift or disability access to the upstairs rooms.
CPD Points: Any CPD points listed are provided as a guide and registrants should satisfy themselves about the nature and quantity of CPD points they can claim for the activity. Please refer to Practice Guideline no.4 HERE for details.
Non-Member Registrations: Conditions apply at the discretion of the Society. The Society will be in touch if you are not eligible to register and a refund will be issued.
Refund/Cancellation: By registering for this event you (as a member or non-member) agree to the terms and conditions under the Society's Refund/Cancellation Policy and Terms and Conditions of Registration.
Important Copyright Notice: Papers and materials supplied in association with any Society event, activity and recording are subject to copyright and are provided for the registrant’s use only. They may not be shared, copied, reproduced, adapted, transmitted, or otherwise distributed, nor may they be modified or reposted to other sites in any manner.
9.30-2pm Mon 12 Oct In-Person - 9.30-2pm Mon 12 Oct Livestreamed
9.30-2pm Monday 10 October
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