Monday Briefs

22 November

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22 November 2021
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Ongoing impact of lockdowns and announcement of the Walama Pilot list

The Law Society has been concerned for some time about the COVID related stress that solicitors have been under this year while trying to prepare matters, comply with court timetables and deal with regulatory notices. While offices may now be reopening things are by no means back to normal and the impacts of prolonged lockdowns are still being felt. Members would remember that I raised this issue with the heads of jurisdiction. Continue reading >
 
 
NEWS
International Day of People with Disability
In recognition of International Day of People with Disability, the Law Society's Diversity and Inclusion Committee is hosting a panel event on Thursday 2 December, exploring leadership and participation in the law of people living with disabilities in a post-COVID world. Find out more.
Feedback - Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
Practitioners are invited to email their feedback on procedural aspects of the operation of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia to suggestions@fcfcoa.gov.au.
Practical tips for proceedings in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia - on-demand webcast
Watch now this insightful session where renowned Senior Judicial Registrar give practical tips for conducting proceedings in the FCFCOA and cover topics like procedural court lists, case management pathways, and more.
Thought Leadership: Getting to ‘net zero’
Given that much of our economy and workforce is devoted to carbon-intensive activities, how can we assist clients in navigating the complex legal and compliance issues of a low carbon economy while ensuring a just transition? In our upcoming Thought Leadership event, four leading Australian experts will discuss the legal aspects of climate pledges. Find out more.
On the menu this week
Cinnamon spiced confit duck legs with a rich pan gravy, crisp herb roasted vegetable medley, salad of roasted nectarines, rocket and pickled eshallots, and steamed “Mrs. Beeton’s” plum puddings with thick vanilla custard and cranberry jelly. Order by 10am Tuesday for Friday delivery.
 
 
WHAT'S ON
Thought Leadership: Getting to 'net zero'
Thought Leadership: Getting to 'net zero'
Monday 29 November 2021
Family property logo
FCFCOA FamilyProperty Pilot Webinar
Monday 29 November 2021
Thought Leadership: Getting to 'net zero'
Sexual harassment - changing workplace culture
Thursday 2 December 2021
2021 Annual Members Dinner
Monday 6 December 2021
FLIP Buzzwords: Leadership
Wednesday 8 December 2021
Mandatory rule 6.1 - all law
Wednesday 8 December 2021
NSW YOUNG LAWYERS
NSW REGIONAL LAW SOCIETIES
EVENTS CALENDAR
LAWINFORM CPD CALENDAR
 
 
PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Electronic Transactions Amendment (Remote Witnessing) Bill 2021
This Bill passed Parliament on 16 November 2021 and commences on assent. It will extend indefinitely the temporary measures introduced in response to COVID-19 that enable:
  • documents to be witnessed remotely via audio-visual link;
  • Australian legal practitioners to take oaths, declarations or affidavits under s 26 of the Oaths Act 1900; and
  • statutory declarations to be made before a person before whom a statutory declaration may be made under the Statutory Declarations Act 1959 (Cth).
 
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Criminal law
Criminal law case notes: November 2021
By Thomas Spohr >
Risk
Managing risks for law firms returning to the office
By Nicola Mostert, Adriana Reina and Sarah Wood >
 
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COVID-19 statistics - NSW Government
 
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