Monday Briefs

29 July

Monday Briefs
29 July 2019
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Australia’s role as a champion of global human rights and anti-corruption

Anyone with an interest in Australia’s role as a champion of global human rights and anti-corruption should attend the Law Society’s next Thought Leadership event: A Magnitsky Act for Australia - Human rights bombshell, or Frankenstein’s monster?

The Magnitsky Act represents a targeted sanctions regime for grave human rights violations or corruption under which individuals and companies are on the receiving end of economic sanctions rather than nation states. It has a disturbing backstory featuring murder, state power, tax avoidance and ‘fake news’. >
 
 
NEWS
Four days to go - Applications close this week for the Government Solicitor Awards
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 this Thursday 1 August 2019.
Human rights bombshell or Frankenstein’s monster? 
Don't miss this important Thought Leadership topic and earn 1.5 CPD points. 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.
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Last chance to secure your tickets for the 2019 Specialist Accreditation Conference
Don't miss your chance to Earn 10 CPD units and stay ahead of the curve in your area of expertise at this year’s Specialist Accreditation Conference on 9-10 August. View the agendas and speakers for all five streams online now.
‘A profession of distinction’: Law Society outlines three-year vision
The Law Society of NSW’s new Strategic Plan for 2019-2021 will aim to unite the profession, no matter the location. READ MORE
Just Art 2019 exhibition 20-23 August 2019
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.
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Young Professionals Charity Ball
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
Australian Academy of Law - Annual Essay Prize 2019
The Australian Academy of Law is pleased to announce the offering of its Annual Essay Prize for 2019 worth $10,000. Entries close 31 August 2019 so don't miss this chance to submit your essay.
Supreme Court of NSW's Annual Corporate and Commercial Law conference
Join us on Tuesday 29 October for the Supreme Court of NSW's Annual Commercial and Corporate Law conference. Hear from our distinguished speakers as they explore 'The Future of the Corporation in Australia' and whether it is adequately equipped to deal with the challenges of our future. LEARN MORE
 
 
WHAT'S ON
 

Women, Power and Voice with Lucy Cornell
31 July 2019
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Surviving and Thriving in Law – Making the Move!
1 August 2019
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Specialist Accreditation Conference
9-10 August 2019

‘Welcome to the Law’ 5-week seminar program for junior lawyers
15 August - 26 September 2019
Masterclass: Enduring Powers of Attorney
15 August 2019

Government Solicitors Conference
3 September 2019

Rural Issues Conference 2019
25 October 2019

32nd LAWASIA Conference 2019
5 – 8 November 2019 | Hong Kong SAR
NSW YOUNG LAWYERS
NSW REGIONAL LAW SOCIETIES
EVENTS CALENDAR
LAWINFORM CPD CALENDAR
 
 
Proclamations
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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SIRA survey – CLE seminars on CTP Scheme
The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) is considering hosting free CLE seminars for lawyers who practise in the Compulsory Third Party (CTP) scheme. SIRA wants to hear from you to determine whether there is a need for the seminars. If you would like to provide feedback, please complete SIRA’s three minute survey here.
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Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Amendment Act and Regulation
The Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Amendment Act 2018 (the Amendment Act) and the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Amendment Regulation 2019 (the amending Regulation) will commence on 21 October 2019. READ MORE
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Stamp Duty and Taxes - North Metropolitan Regional Law Society August Meeting
Join speaker Cullen Smythe, Commissioner of State Revenue for NSW on Tuesday 27 August 2019 for the North Metropolitan Regional Law Society's August Meeting. LEARN MORE
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Wills and estates
Estate planning and superannuation death benefits
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Practice and procedure
Online Court in the District Court of NSW
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IN THE PRESS
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Offenders fast track raceway clean up - NSW Department of Justice
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