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Thought leadership - Family law courts: Change for a system in distress
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With the release of the ALRC’s final report on the family law system, we’re bringing the profession and industry experts together on Tuesday 14 May to discuss the need for family law reforms that provide the best outcomes for Australian families. Don’t miss out on this important thought leadership topic as we explore the key issues to come from the report’s recommendations and what it means for the future of family law. REGISTER NOW
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It’s Gavel time - Don't miss out on your tickets
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Enjoy a laugh with your colleagues over breakfast as you witness the comedic stylings of 10 brave young lawyers in their battle for the coveted Golden Gavel. Check out last year’s winner here and don’t miss out on this unique and hilarious event - Tickets selling fast. SECURE YOUR TICKET TODAY! |
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2019 FLIP Regional Roadshow – next stop Wollongong
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With the huge success of Byron Bay, our roadshow will now travel to Wollongong then Dubbo as we continue to connect the Future of Law and Innovation in the Profession (FLIP) with regional NSW. Our program will feature a legal project management workshop as well as a cyber security information session presented by LawCover. REGISTER TODAY |
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Just Art 2019 – Entries open
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Swap your brief for a blank canvas by creating an artwork on the theme of ‘justice’. Enter online before 30 June. Have an eye for art but not the artistic touch? Support your colleagues by attending the Just Art Exhibition from 20-23 August. Finalist artworks will be on sale to raise money for the 2019 President’s Charity, Our Watch. LEARN MORE |
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Free panel discussion - Does NSW have a strip search problem?
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Redfern Legal Centre will be holding a free community event on 16 May to bring together a panel of speakers including legal experts, political representatives and people who have experienced the trauma of being subjected to a strip search. LEARN MORE
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Young Lawyers Mentoring Program
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Calling all aspiring leaders. Here’s an opportunity to develop your leadership skills and give back to the legal community by supporting the next generation of lawyers. Mentoring is empowering for both personal and professional development so don’t miss this opportunity to get involved in the 2019 mentoring program – REGISTER TODAY!
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WHAT'S ON
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NSWYL Civil Litigation Great Debate
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17 April 2019
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FLIP Regional Roadshow | Wollongong | Dubbo
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2 and 31 May 2019
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Law Society CPD - Practice Management Course
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6 - 8 May 2019
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LAWASIA Risk Management & Professional Indemnity Insurance Conference 2019
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31 May - 1 June 2019
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FLIP Conference and Innovation Dinner
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25 July 2019
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Workers Compensation Commission launches new-look website
The Workers Compensation Commission has launched their new website to better support lawyers, workers, employers and insurers involved in a workers compensation dispute. With excellent information on dispute pathways and a user-focused, intuitive and device-friendly design, it’s easier to locate forms, publications and legal resources. Visit www.wcc.nsw.gov.au to explore the new site.
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Amendment to Supreme Court (Corporations) Rules 1999
Amendment No 14 to the Supreme Court (Corporations) Rules 1999 commenced on 5 April 2019 . The amendment updates the Rules in respect of changes made by the Insolvency Law Reform Act 2016 (Cth) and also returns the Rules to substantial consistency with the Federal Court (Corporations) Rules 2000.
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Amendment to Uniform Civil Procedure Rules 6.8, 36.8, 39.3 and creation of rule 36.8A
Amendment No 89 to the Uniform Civil Procedure Rules 2005 commenced on 5 April 2019 . The amendment is to rules 6.8, 36.8 and 39.3, and creates rule 36.8A. These rules relate to the provision of notice to occupiers in possession of land proceedings. The amendment provides for notification to occupiers when interstate judgments for possession of land are registered in New South Wales.
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Amendment to UCPR Form 5
On 1 April 2019, the Uniform Rules Committee approved an amendment to UCPR form 5 – Notice to Occupiers. An amendment was made to enable notice to be served on occupiers when interstate judgments for possession of land are registered in New South Wales in accordance with the newly created rule 36.8A. Version 3 of form 5 is available here.
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Amendment to Uniform Civil Procedure Rules 49.19 and 49.20
Amendment No 90 to the Uniform Civil Procedure Rules 2005 commenced on 5 April 2019 . The amendment is to rules 49.19 and 49.20. These rules deal with applications to review directions, certificates, orders, decisions and other acts of a registrar. The amendment provides that decisions of the registrar of the court under clause 11 (1) of the Civil Procedure Regulation 2017 are not reviewable by a court under Division 4 of Part 49 of the Rules. The contents of rules 49.19 and 49.20 have been rearranged to make it easier to locate the limitations to the review power.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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Employment
Walking the line: when does a shiny new enterprise lose its lustre?
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Compliance risks
Principals take note: a clear compliance management system is your responsibility
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IN THE PRESS
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Revenue NSW announces a new EDR release on 15 April 2019 - Revenue NSW
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Fast and secure global money transfers and 24/7 support
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New member benefit - Save 15 per cent off eyewear with OPSM
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