Monday Briefs

23 May 2022

Align
Right
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Part of a community of more than 32,000 members 

Being part of a community of more than 32,000 members for the past 13 years has been a rich and rewarding part of my career, especially so over the past few years. 

Over the past month, I have watched in awe as the Law Society Registry has been in full swing, processing tens of thousands of practising certificate and membership applications. For those of you waiting to receive your new practising certificate, we really appreciate your patience during a very busy period in the Law Society calendar. ​​​​Continue reading >

   

NEWS
Special Sitting Arrangements during the Local Court Annual Conference
Please note that there will now be three Acting Magistrates rostered at Parramatta Local Court to determine bail for adults who remain in custody in the metropolitan area, and to consider any urgent applications for Apprehended Violence Orders that are lodged statewide.
Practising certificate renewal reminder to practitioners
To engage in legal practice after 30 June 2022, you must hold a practising certificate. If you have not yet lodged your renewal application, please do so here. The Legal Profession Uniform Law does not permit the Law Society to accept practising certificate renewal applications submitted after 30 June 2022. Read more. 
Composition of the Law Society Council 
As members may be aware, under the constitution of The Law Society of New South Wales, the Law Society Council is required to review the composition of the Council this year as to whether Council Reserved Positions adequately reflect the composition of the Solicitor Membership of the Law Society. In addition to this review, Council has decided to undertake a broader review of the structure of the Council to determine what, if any, changes could be made to improve governance outcomes. Read more. 
Specialist Accreditation Conference 2022
Early bird registration for this years Specialist Accreditation Conference closes on 31 May. Earn ten CPD points over one full day at the International Convention Centre, Sydney on 4 August 2022, followed by a half-day of online webinars on 5 August 2022. Members can save more than ten per cent on tickets by taking advantage of early bird registration. Learn more. 
NSW Young Lawyers Golden Gavel
This incredibly entertaining event was held last Friday morning at the Fullerton Hotel and attended by almost 400 legal professionals. A big congratulations to this year's winner, Emma Wei, who will now represent NSW at the National Golden Gavel. A further congratulations to the Sparke Helmore People’s Choice award winner Bailey Neate. 
TLC Advocacy Workshop
Toongabbie Legal Centre’s Advocacy Workshop is taking place over two days on Saturday 18 & Saturday 25 June 2022 at the Downing Centre, Sydney. Register here. 
This week enjoy an exquisite vegan feast 
Enjoy the ultimate vegetable lasagne - creamy plant-based béchamel sauce layered with fresh-made pasta sheets and traditional Italian tomato sauce.  Order this feast by 10 am Tuesday 24 May for delivery Friday 27 May. 
WHAT'S ON
Tax issues for trusts - face-to-face seminar
Thursday 2 June 2022
2022 NSW Law Careers Fair
Friday 3 June 2022
Essentials for lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar
Monday 6 June 2022
Staying Well in the Law: A fireside chat with Paul Callaghan
Wednesday 8 June 2022
The Future of Law and Innovation in the Profession Roadshow
Friday 17 June 2022
NSW YOUNG LAWYERS
NSW REGIONAL LAW SOCIETIES
EVENTS CALENDAR
LAWINFORM CPD CALENDAR
PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE

State Revenue and Fines Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous) Act 2022
Revenue NSW has today published the Legislation Amendment Act 2022 Guide which contains information about the changes made, including changes to the Duties Act 1997. 
LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
Risk
A foot in each boat: dangers in acting for more than one party
By Gina Tasoulis  >
Litigation
Challenging legal professional privilege in multidisciplinary practices
By Joanne Shepard and Vincci Chan  >
IN THE PRESS
>
YOUR MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM
Book now for the Bupa webinar and phone consultations and receive eight weeks Free.
Join before 30 June 2022 and you’ll get up to eight weeks free* on eligible combined Hospital and Extras products. This includes six weeks free in the first year and 2 weeks free in the second year. We’ll waive your two and six month waiting periods on Extras cover*. You’ll get ongoing monthly discounts on Corporate Health Cover*. Learn more. 
Learn about the changing world of law
The Legal Technology and Innovation Certificate (LTIC) aims to bring a breadth of practical and soft skills to legal practitioners and others from around the world to enable them to think strategically and creatively when it comes to legal technology. Learn more.
Great value fares with award-winning service
Now flying to more than 30 destinations across Australia - with more flights and more destinations, there's never been a better time to book your next flight with Virgin Australia. Learn more. 
VIEW ALL MEMBER OFFERS
Image size
large