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NEWS
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Professional Standards Scheme
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Applications for all Law Society Solicitor Members in private practice are due 21 November. Scheme Coordinators can access the online portal using their unique username and login details that were emailed to them on 29 October.
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ABA & NSWBA National Conference
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The Rise2018 (relevant/resilient/respected) conference will run at the International Convention Centre Sydney from 15-17 November. The conference will cover the excellence of the Australian legal profession with a focus on national and international legal issues. BOOK NOW |
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Register for the Law Society 2019 Women's Mentoring Program information session
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This information session on 27 November will provide an overview of mentoring and the Law Society’s Women’s Mentoring Program. It will also offer an opportunity to ask questions about the program. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. REGISTER NOW |
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LSJ Speaker Series: Let’s talk about sexual harassment
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Have you experienced or witnessed sexual harassment in the workplace? If so, you’re not alone. Join us for an in-depth investigation into the prevalence of sexual harassment in the legal profession at our second LSJ Speaker Series on 28 November. BOOK NOW |
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NSW law students scoop the pool
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Two NSW law students have come out on top in the Global Mobility Immigration Lawyers annual competition in which students explore the intersection of immigration, law and social justice. You can see the winning entry here and the runner up here. |
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The Supreme Court of New South Wales Annual Commercial and Corporate Law Conference
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The Honourable T F Bathurst, AC, Chief Justice of New South Wales will speak at the Supreme Court Commercial and Corporate Law Conference in Sydney on 20 November. Other speakers include Associate Professor Jason Harris of UTS, Professor Dimity Kingsford Smith of UNSW, Kevin McCann AM FAICD and Shannon Finch of King & Wood Mallesons. REGISTER NOW |
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WHAT'S ON
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Fireside chat on financial crime
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5 November 2018
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Practical skills series: Apprehended domestic violence and the police
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6 November 2018
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Women Silks celebration drinks
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7 November 2018
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REGISTER NOW
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The age of entitlement: Family provision claims by adult children
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8 November 2018
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LAWASIA Employment Law Forum
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25-26 January 2019 | Denarau, Fiji
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Online Court in the District Court
The Online Court service commenced on 31 October 2018 for use in matters in the District Court Judicial Registrar’s General List in Sydney. All legal practitioners appearing in matters in the Judicial Registrar’s General List in Sydney must be registered users of the online registry. For more information, see the District Court’s resources here.
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Fact Sheet: Legal Internships in NSW
The Law Society of NSW has developed a new fact sheet to help its members and future members understand their rights and responsibilities under laws in relation to both paid and unpaid legal internships. READ MORE
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NAAJA is seeking a Civil Law Solicitor to join our Katherine Civil Team
NAAJA provides legal aid for Indigenous people in the Northern Territory, with offices in Darwin, Palmerston, Katherine, Tennant Creek and Alice Springs.
Successful applicants will have a commitment to providing access to justice and a demonstrated empathy and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, history and culture. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. For more information, including duty statements and how to apply, please visit the NAAJA website.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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Consumer law
Changes to Australian Consumer Law: key benefits for vulnerable consumers
By Laura Bianchi >
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Employment law
The spotlight on sexual
harassment continues
By Jack de Flamingh and Erin Kiley >
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NOTIFICATIONS
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Solicitor struck off
On 19 October 2018, the NSW Civil & Administrative Tribunal found Judy Anne Feeney guilty of professional misconduct and ordered that her name be removed from the local roll. READ MORE
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YOUR MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM
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You pick the car, we do the rest
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Law Society members are eligible for corporate program benefits from Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Lexus, Jaguar, Land Rover, BMW and Volvo. Benefits include complimentary servicing, access to driving experiences, extended test drives and much more.
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Law firms must adapt to a digital future
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Feel welcome with our travel and lifestyle partners
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Sign up for free to Le Club AccorHotels Rewards and you can convert points you gain. Earn 2,000 Le Club points and convert to 2,000 Qantas Frequent Flyer points. As a Law Society member access negotiated corporate rates at Sofitel locations around Australia. Book with Sofitel today. > |
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