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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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Annual Members Dinner, getting to 'net-zero' and leadership in legal practice
I am looking forward to joining with our special guests, friends and colleagues at next Monday’s Annual Members Dinner. After the challenges of 2021, it will be great to celebrate the hard work and achievements of the state’s solicitors. I will also announce the recipient of the 2021 President’s Medal, which we award each year to a NSW solicitor who has made a significant personal and professional contribution to the betterment of law and justice in our state. Continue reading >
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NEWS
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2021 Annual Members Dinner
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We’re looking forward to welcoming members to the 2021 Annual Members Dinner on Monday 6 December at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney. A highlight in the Law Society calendar, the Annual Members Dinner is our opportunity to catch up with colleagues and friends as we thank those who have contributed to the Law Society’s work throughout the year. This is a COVIDSafe event. Find out more and register. |
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FLIP Buzzwords: Leadership
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As the pace and volatility of change picks up, the role of leaders and the importance of leadership grows. The final FLIP Buzzwords for 2021 will explore self, team, and organisation-wide leadership as both a skillset and a mindset. Find out more. |
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International Day of People with Disability
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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. |
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On the menu this week
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Boned and rolled lamb leg with rosemary and Dijon mustard, 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. |
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COVID-19 UPDATES
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NSW COVID-19 statistics
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NSW Health confirmed urgent genomic testing revealed two overseas travellers have been infected with the new Omicron COVID-19 variant of concern. Both passengers came to Sydney from southern Africa on the evening of Saturday November 27. The two positive cases, who were asymptomatic, are now in isolation in the Special Health Accommodation. In the 24 hours to 8pm last night, NSW recorded 150 new cases of COVID-19 from 47,175 tests. 92.4 per cent of NSW residents aged 16 and over have received both doses of a COVID-19 vaccine.
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Omicron variant: changes for returning travellers to NSW
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The Federal and State Governments have announced new precautions for returning travellers due to detections of the Omicron variant of COVID-19. As of midnight on Saturday 27 November, all travellers arriving in NSW who have been in South Africa, Lesotho, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Namibia, Eswatini, Malawi, and the Seychelles during the 14 day period before their arrival in NSW must enter hotel quarantine for 14 days, irrespective of their vaccination status. All travellers who have been in any other overseas country during the 14 day period before their arrival in NSW must travel directly to their place of residence or accommodation and isolate for 72 hours, pending further health advice. Anyone who has already arrived in NSW who has been in any of the nine African countries within the previous 14 days must immediately get tested and isolate for 14 days, and call NSW Health on 1800 943 553. More details available here. |
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District Court update
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The District Court from Monday 15 November 2021 commenced operating under the 1.5m spacing and 2m 2 rule principles, which includes jury trials. Practitioners are reminded to continue to check the District Court website for up to date operational procedures during COVID-19.
Practitioners are to refer to Practice Note(s) Criminal Practice Notes 23 (Resumption of Jury Trials and in person appearances in Judge Alone Trials), 24 (Applications for leave for in person appearances in Trials and Sentence Hearings of WHS Prosecutions), 25 (Applications for Leave for In Person Appearances in Sentence Proceedings) and Civil Practice Note 16 (Applications for leave for in person appearances in Civil Trials). |
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WHAT'S ON
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Sexual harassment - changing workplace culture
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Thursday 2 December 2021
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Mandatory rule 6.1 - all law
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Wednesday 8 December 2021
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Human rights in the maritime industry
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Friday 10 December 2021
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Important Notice for all private law practices with members:
You must register your Scheme status with us whether you participate or not
Under applicable professional standards legislation, all law practices with Solicitor Members or Life Members are required to register either their participation in, or exemption from, the Scheme.
The 2021-22 Scheme year commenced 22 November 2021, however any principal of a law practice who has not yet made an application, should urgently do so via the online Scheme Portal which can be accessed here.
For assistance please contact our friendly Scheme Team on 02 9926 0189 or by email to scheme@lawsociety.com.au.
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Conveyancing alert – Central Coast Council system upgrade – rates and property certificates
The Law Society has become aware that a systems upgrade for Central Coast Council will impact upon the rates system and property certificate requests, including the ability to obtain zoning certificates, between 7 December 2021 – 20 December 2021. Council advises that all certificates and applications will be able to be ordered again from Monday 20 December but there may still be some delays to certificate and application processing. For further information please see Central Coast Council - Property and Rating system upgrade. The Law Society will advise members if alternative options are made available by the Council.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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Taxation and succession
Deceased estate transfers: risks and tips for navigating a transfer duty minefield
By Jennifer Vuu >
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Advocacy
The latest developments in law reform & advocacy: November 2021
By the Law Society Policy and Practice Department >
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YOUR MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM
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We never know what life is going to throw our way
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Get peace of mind this year with our partner NobleOak Life Insurance.
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Building A Global Legal Technology Community #LTIC
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Additional savings for members with Dell Technologies
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Save up to 10 per cent extra off* selected products to help you get the tech you need to thrive. *T&Cs apply. Shop now with your Dell Coupon code. |
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