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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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The benefits of neurodiversity and creating an inclusive workplace
One of my priorities this year is to raise awareness around the benefits of neurodiversity and the ways in which workplaces can become more inclusive. There was a fantastic article in SMH recently which highlighted ways in which workplaces can foster inclusivity and why hiring neurodiverse talent makes good business sense. Continue reading >
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NEWS
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Changes to Law Society Conference
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The Law Society Conference will now be an online-only event. We are excited to bring you our exceptional line-up of speakers within our diverse program in a world-class virtual format. Book your tickets here. |
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Law Society Member Awards
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Good news – our members now have until 5pm on 21 September to submit nominations for our inaugural Member Awards, celebrating the best and brightest in the membership across 13 categories. Nominate yourself or someone you know today. |
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Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012 Compliance
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In August we received our compliance letter from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency advising that we are compliant with the Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012 (Act) for the 2021-22 reporting period. The Act requires non-public sector employers with 100 or more employees to submit a report to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency each year. Compliance letters are issued after the Agency has reviewed the submission to ensure the organisation has submitted a fully compliant report. |
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Ceremonial sitting: swearing-in of Janet McDonald
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The Chief Commissioner invites you to view the ceremonial sitting of the Industrial Relations Commission of NSW to mark the swearing-in of Janet Clare McDonald as a member of the Commission on Monday 29 August 2022 at 9:30am. To attend the ceremony live stream, click here. |
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Update on the Victorian Government’s proposed mandatory reporting requirement for lawyers
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We recently wrote to the NSW Attorney General, voicing our prevailing strong reservations with the Victorian Government’s proposal for a mandatory reporting requirement for lawyers. While the Victorian Government has amended its mandatory reporting model to reflect some of our earlier feedback, the Law Society remains concerned the proposal is too broad in scope and ambiguous for practical application.
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Terry Keaney Award Winner – Annmarie Lumsden
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This year’s winner of the Terry Keaney Award is Annmarie Lumsden, who for many years was the Director of Criminal Law at Legal Aid NSW. The criteria for the award are dedication to the profession, excellence as a criminal defence lawyer, commitment to clients and concern for social justice. Annmarie was formerly a Law Society Councillor and long-standing Chair of the Criminal Law Committee.
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FLIP Buzzwords: Metaverse
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What is the metaverse, and where is it heading? In this FLIP Buzzwords webcast, we explore how the metaverse impacts legal issues such as personal injuries, copyrights, patents, contracts, claims by users against companies, and claims against other users under crime and tort law. Find out more. |
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Dining Room Delivers
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Enjoy the last of our August feasts with an incredible Greek phyllo pie filled with beef, cheese and spices. Place your order by 10.00am Tuesday 23 August and for Friday 26 delivery. |
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WHAT'S ON
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NHVR Prosecutions Presentation
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Tuesday 30 August 2022
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Staying Well in the Law and in support of
R U OK? Day: Creating mental health and wellbeing culture in the workplace
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Thursday 8 September 2022
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AIJA Indigenous Youth Justice Conference
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Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 October 2022
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In-house induction - live webinar
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Wednesday 24 and Wednesday 31 August 2022
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NSW Young Lawyers – Animal Law Conference – face-to-face
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Saturday 10 September 2022
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Best practice drafting in parenting matters - live online workshop
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Wednesday 14 September 2022
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Revenue NSW: General statement for transfer duty and leases
Pending Regulation and guidance notes, Revenue NSW has released a general statement on when a Lease is dutiable as a change in beneficial ownership. Find out more information here. The statement notes that generally, leases where rent is paid or payable will not be liable for duty, provided there is no premium or other consideration for the grant of the lease.
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Strata schemes can start their annual reporting now
Strata schemes can now register on the strata portal to enable compliance with new annual reporting requirements. Read more.
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Revenue NSW Customer Strategy
Revenue NSW is seeking input from practitioners to inform its Customer Strategy. Read more.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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EVIDENCE
Less-paper practice: Paperless affidavits and expert reports
By Phillipe Doyle Gray >
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
Good etiquette is good advocacy: Professional interactions in and out of court
By The Law Society of NSW Litigation Law and Practice Committee >
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YOUR MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM
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OFX August Currency Outlook
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Macquarie Business Banking
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With over 30 years of experience and consistent, exceptional service, we provide legal professionals and their firms with customised banking solutions. At Macquarie Business Banking, you’ll have a dedicated relationship team who specialise in the legal industry. Get in touch today and mention that you are a member of the Law Society. |
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Complimentary breakfast and room upgrade at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
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Take advantage of discounts from 5 to 10 per cent, plus be rewarded by staying at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth with a complimentary room upgrade & Garden Court Restaurant buffet breakfast. T&Cs apply. Book and stay prior to the 30 September 2022 to enjoy the offer. Room upgrade subject to availability. Book now and mention you are a member of the Law Society NSW. |
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