Monday Briefs

8 August 2022

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Some legal problems require recognised experts in their chosen field

Our profession has the privilege of helping all sorts of people solve an astonishing variety of legal problems. On any given day in my practice, I’d be advising on an unfair dismissal claim, drafting a will and helping a farming business work out a succession plan to ensure it continues to thrive into the next generation. 

Some legal problems are more complex than others and The Law Society of NSW’s Specialist Accreditation program provides practitioners with an interest in one of 13 areas of law the ability to be recognised as an expert in their chosen field. The path to Specialist Accreditation is exacting and rightly so.

​​​​​​Last Thursday the Law Society held the first in-person Specialist Accreditation Conference since the beginning of COVID. That was followed up on Friday, by a half day of online sessions. Continue reading >
NEWS
Early bird pricing still available - 2022 Conference and Member Awards
The Law Society is pleased to launch the Law Society of NSW 2022 Conference and Member Awards, a two-day immersive hybrid experience, in person and online, focusing on professional development and engagement uniting the legal profession. 

Attendees can earn 10+ CPD units in a single event and save up to twenty per cent  on entry with our early bird registration. Early bird registration is available until midnight Friday 12 August. Click here to learn more about the speakers already confirmed and register. 
Member Awards nominations are now open
The Law Society of NSW's inaugural Member Awards will highlight the great work happening in the profession, recognising excellence in our membership across a range of categories. Nominate someone you know or nominate yourself.

Applications close Wednesday 24 August. All finalists will be invited to attend the Law Society Member Awards Night at the Hilton Sydney on 5 September, where the winners will be announced. Nominate or apply now. 
Staying Well in the Law: Alcohol and alcohol use problems
Alcohol use problems are common in Australia, where alcohol is cheap, readily available, and heavily promoted. Nearly 1 in 4 Australians will develop an alcohol use disorder at some point in their life.

In our next Staying Well in the Law event, Clinical Psychologist and Principal Research fellow Matthew Gullo will be explaining the biology, beliefs and behaviours associated with alcohol use, how to identify when alcohol use has become problematic, and evidence-based management strategies. Register now. 
CTP Scheme: Work Value Assessment
The State Insurance Regulatory Authority and DGT Costs Lawyers are seeking any final submissions of data from lawyers to the work value assessment of regulated legal fees in the NSW CTP Scheme. Contact DGT Costs Lawyers at costing@dgt.com.au.
Ceremonial Sitting of Judge Driver
A ceremonial sitting of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 2) will be held in Courtroom 1, Level 21, Law Courts Building, Queen’s Square, 184 Phillip Street, Sydney on Tuesday, 9 August 2022 at 4.30pm to farewell his Honour Judge Rolf Driver. To attend the ceremony live stream click here.
2022 Bathurst Lecture
The Commercial Law Section will hold the 2022 Bathurst Lecture in Banco Court on Thursday, 25 August 2022 at 5:15pm. The speaker will be David Gonski AC and the topic is 'Issues Affecting Company Directors in Relation to Cyber Security'. Continue reading.
Eat like a travelling foodie
This August, we're paying tribute to the classic flavours of the Mediterranean. Celebrate the weekend with our Greek-inspired roasted free-range chicken marinated in lemon, garlic and oregano, served with an irresistible herb gravy with citrus accents. Order by 10am tomorrow for delivery this Friday 12 August 2022. Order now
WHAT'S ON
In-house induction – live webinar
Wednesday 24 and  Wednesday 31 August 2022
Conduct, procedure and advocacy in the District Court of NSW – face-to-face seminar
Thursday 25 August 2022
NHVR Prosecutions Presentation
Tuesday 30 August 2022
FLIP Buzzwords: Metaverse 
Wednesday 31 August 2022
2022 Conference and Member Awards
Monday 5 and Tuesday 6 September 2022
Staying Well in the Law and in support of R U OK? Day: Creating mental health and wellbeing culture in the workplace
Thursday 8 September 2022
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