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If you miss out you’ll FLIP out
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There are only a few days to go until FLIP Conference 2019. There’s just a few tickets remaining so if you have an interest in securing your future in the legal profession register now |
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#InnovateLaw2019 winners to be announced at FLIP Innovation Dinner
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More than 100 “hackers” from universities, law firms and tech companies descended on the Law Society on the weekend to create solutions to real legal problems. Join us at the FLIP Innovation Dinner this Thursday evening to hear the four finalists present and the winners announced. |
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Applications close next week for the Government Solicitors Awards
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Apply now for the $10,000 John Hennessy Legal Scholarship or nominate a public sector solicitor or group of solicitors for the Michelle Crowther PSM Excellence in Government Legal Service Award. Applications close 1 August 2019.
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A Magnitsky Act for Australia – Human rights bombshell or Frankenstein’s monster?
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Don't miss this important Thought Leadership topic. Join our expert panel on 5 August 2019 as they explore the justification, impact and troubling origin of the Magnitsky Act and why there’s a significant interest for Australia. REGISTER NOW |
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Women lawyers outnumber men; Indigenous numbers lagging
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There are now more female than male lawyers in Australia – both at a national level and across all states and territories. The only exception is Western Australia, where the gender balance is 50-50.
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Whim n Rhythm performing at Banco Court
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Don't miss Yale University's all-female acappella group, Whim n Rhythm at Banco Court on 25 July 2019. Tune in to an evening of harmonic bliss with the diverse sounds of upbeat jazz standards to contemporary pop hits to traditional folk ballads. LEARN MORE |
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Welcome to the Law - Surviving and Thriving in Law!
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Don't miss the remainder of the ‘Welcome to the Law’ 5-week seminar program for junior lawyers from now until 27 July 2019. Learn about court and tribunal etiquette, building your brand, emotional intelligence and more. REGISTER NOW
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Just Art 2019 exhibition 20-23 August 2019
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Visit the Just Art Exhibition to see the finalists from this year’s competition. Artworks will be available to purchase to support the 2019 President’s Charity, Our Watch. Catalogue coming soon. FIND OUT MORE |
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ABA’s first ever Criminal Law and Public Law conference: Antipodean Advocacy
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Register today to secure a seat at this excellent 1.5-day educational conference, half-day outdoor networking activity (golf, culinary tour, zip lining and more), and the mountain-top black tie gala dinner. Held from 23 – 24 August 2019 at the Rydges Lakeland Resort, Queenstown. LEARN MORE |
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Young Professionals Charity Ball
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Join us for a très chic Parisian affair and take a step back in time for just one night in La Ville Lumière. Passports (and time machines) not required. The only thing you’ll need is a ticket for this year’s magical NSW Young Lawyers Young Professionals Charity Ball on 31 August 2019 at l'hôtel Sofitel Wentworth. LEARN MORE |
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Rural Issues Conference 2019 – Early bird
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Join us on Friday 25 October at the InterContinental Hotel Sydney for the annual Rural Issues Conference where we will focus on the unique matters affecting practitioners in rural areas. Register now at early bird rates. |
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WHAT'S ON
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Family law procedures for support staff
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31 July 2019
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FLIP Conference and Innovation Dinner
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25 July 2019
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Thought Leadership: A Magnitsky Act for Australia
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5 August 2019
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Specialist Accreditation Conference
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9-10 August 2019
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Government Solicitors Conference
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3 September 2019
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32nd LAWASIA Conference 2019
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5 – 8 November 2019 | Hong Kong SAR
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Subsidence Advisory NSW will cease issuing Certificates under Section 15B & 15C of the former Mine Subsidence Compensation Act 1961 on 30 September 2019.
This change follows a comprehensive review of the mine subsidence compensation system and the enactment of the new Coal Mine Subsidence Compensation Act 2017. Importantly, the discontinuance of certificates does not impact eligibility for compensation should a structure be damaged by mine subsidence. FIND OUT MORE
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JIRS statistics announcement
The enhanced statistics viewer on JIRS with post-sentencing reform penalties for the Local Court is now available. FIND OUT MORE
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Public consultation on proposed new rules regarding practice administration
The Legal Services Council has opened the 30-day public consultation period on proposed new rules regarding practice administration. LEARN MORE
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AIAL NSW Chapter July 2019 Seminar
The Australian Institute of Administrative Law will hold a seminar on the topic "Robodebt: Automated Administrative Decisions" on Wednesday 31 July 2019 at 5.30pm.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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YOUR MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM
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Security vulnerability in conferencing service Zoom
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In March, a security vulnerability was discovered in video conferencing solution Zoom by software engineer Jonathan Leitschuh. After comprehensive testing, Leitschuh found that the vulnerability allows any malicious website to enable your camera without your permission. FIND OUT MORE > |
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Clarence is back at the FLIP Conference
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Drop by to say hello or listen to Clarence's Head of Chambers, Rose Dravitzki share her secrets on the latest tech tools that help your firm thrive in today’s digital market. They will be there to chat with practitioners about ways they can support your firm with workspaces and community.
FIND OUT MORE > |
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Take the holiday, leave the stress
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Take flight with Bupa and Velocity Frequent Flyer by joining up with Ultimate Health Cover, and you could receive 120,000 Velocity Frequent Flyer Points for Couples and Families or 60,000 Points for Singles to put towards your next holiday. FIND OUT MORE > |
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