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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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Dubbo’s new Drug Court a good first step to expanding diversion
If you haven’t seen it yet, I encourage members to read the story by Jennifer Cowley on LSJ Online about the long-awaited opening of the Dubbo Drug Court. The piece isn’t just about the new modern courtroom that hosts the court, nor the ceremonial sitting to mark the Drug Court’s opening in Dubbo last Monday. Continue reading >
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NEWS
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2023 Specialist Accreditation Program – Early Bird pricing ends tomorrow
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Specialist Accreditation gives practitioners the opportunity to demonstrate their expertise in their chosen area, and to have this officially recognised. There is just one day left to benefit from early bird application pricing, which ends on Tuesday 28 February. Learn more.
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Pride Address and Breakfast
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The Law Society's Diversity and Inclusion Committee invites you to hear from South Africa's former justice Edwin Cameron, one of the profession's most passionate advocates for the rights of LGBTQIA+ people. Renowned for his activism, he was declared by Nelson Mandela as "one of South Africa's new heroes". Register now to hear Justice Cameron discuss his experience and share stories from his life and career this Friday 3 March.
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Surcharge purchaser duty and surcharge land tax update
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Revenue NSW has advised that foreign persons from New Zealand, Finland, Germany and South Africa may no longer be required to pay surcharge purchaser duty or surcharge land tax. Refunds may be available for purchasers/transferees, and landowners, from these nations who paid surcharge purchaser duty or surcharge land tax on or after 1 July 2021. Read more.
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Reminder: Expressions of interest to join the NSW Voluntary Assisted Dying Board close this Thursday
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The Board will have important advisory and decision-making functions when voluntary assisted dying becomes available in NSW on 28 November 2023. To learn more about this opportunity and the implementation of voluntary assisted dying in NSW, visit the NSW Health website. |
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Reminder — CPD year concludes on 31 March 2023
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Spice up your Friday with our latest Foodie Feast
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This week’s menu features a succulent free-range Portuguese chicken with spicy peri peri sauce, a host of delicious sides, and an indulgent triple choc brownie for dessert. Order by 10am Tuesday 28 February 2023 for delivery by 5pm Friday 3 March 2023. Place your order. |
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MEMBER BENEFITS FEATURE OF THE WEEK
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Refinance and get a better home loan outcome
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Is your fixed rate expiring? As Australia’s only mortgage broking service exclusively for lawyers, we will help you refinance your existing mortgages to achieve a better outcome. It’s easier than you think. Plus, LSNSW Members receive $500 cashback. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to improve your financial situation. Get started today. |
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WHAT'S ON
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Immigration law: Character test and visa cancellations – face-to-face masterclass
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Wednesday 8 March 2023
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Elder law, wills and probate: One day intensive – live webinar or face-to-face (live stream)
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Thursday 9 March 2023
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In-House Corporate Lawyers Forum: Legal Professional Privilege 101: a guide to best practice and insight
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Tuesday 28 February 2023
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Staying Well in the Law: Optimal habits
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Wednesday 15 March 2023
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Buzzwords: Neurotechnology
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Wednesday 29 March 2023
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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February LSJ Service Directory
Practitioners wishing to view missing wills notices or practice for sale/purchase advertisements please visit the LSJ Service Directory here.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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WILLS AND ESTATES
Will construction and solicitors’ responsibilities
By Mary-Ann de Mestre >
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DEFAMATION LAW AND EMPLOYMENT LAW
Reforms to defamation law and sexual harassment cases in the workplace
By Kayte Lewis >
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