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National webinars for the profession on the expansion of the Lighthouse model in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
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Two webinars are scheduled for 22 and 24 November, designed to inform the profession about how the expanded Lighthouse model and associated case management processes will work.
Details on the webinars are available here and a video from the FCFCA will be available here.
The expansion of Lighthouse commences on Monday 28 November 2022, and it is important for family law practitioners to be informed about the benefits to their clients. |
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities
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In recognition of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Law Society's Diversity and Inclusion Committee, in conjunction with Young Lawyers, invites you to an in-person address to be delivered by Rosemary Kayess.
We encourage legal practitioners to attend, particularly anyone interested in practical ways in which they can support and promote human rights and participation of all persons with disabilities. Find out more. |
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Event for disabled lawyers and law students
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The Disabled Australian Lawyers Association (DALA) is a support network for lawyers with disabilities. Join our virtual networking event on Wednesday 23 November 2022, 6:30-8.00PM AEDT, to mark International Day of People with Disability, with guest speaker Graeme Innes AM. Connect and share lived experiences, career successes and ambitions. Open to any lawyers and law students who identify as disabled. Sponsor: Gilbert + Tobin.
Registration essential, via this link. |
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Ending the COVID-19 Arrangements Policy for the Land and Environment Court of NSW
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The Chief Judge has announced that the Land and Environment Court’s COVID-19 Pandemic Arrangements Policy will be revoked on 28 November 2022.
From 28 November 2022, the registrar lists on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays each week will be conducted in person, with Monday's list conducted by AVL. The Friday List Judge and LVC list will also be conducted in person. Read more. |
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Introducing Ethics and Standards Quarterly
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The Law Society of NSW is proud to introduce our new quarterly digital publications with information about the co-regulatory role of the Law Society Council and the outcomes it achieves through regulation. The first edition was sent to all our members this past Thursday. If you haven’t received it, check your details with our registry team and ensure you don’t miss the next edition in your inbox.
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Just Chat podcast – Suzie Miller
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With her new play about Ruth Bader Ginsberg running at the Sydney Theatre Company, playwright Suzie Miller talks to us about how she left a career as a lawyer in Sydney and found success in London's West End. Supported by NobleOak. Listen here. |
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On the menu this week
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Turn your Friday into a foodie fiesta with our latest Mexican-themed menu, which features pulled-pork quesadilla, Pico de Gallo, chunky guac, and Salsa de Queso. Make sure to save room for the decadent Mexican-style super thick hot chocolate and Churros biscotti. Order here before 10am tomorrow for delivery Friday, 25 November 2022. |
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