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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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Welcome reform will ensure victims of sexual, domestic, and family violence can seek appropriate support
Last Friday, the NSW Attorney General, the Hon. Mark Speakman SC MP, announced that the NSW Parliament had passed some much-anticipated reforms which ensure frontline workers, as well as friends or family of adults who disclose sexual and domestic violence, will no longer risk facing prosecution for respecting a victim's wishes to not report the crime.
The amendments relate to section 316 of the Crimes Act 1900, which requires a person who knows or believes that a serious indictable offence has been committed to report it to the police. Continue reading >
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NEWS
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2020 Annual Members Address
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Members are invited to the 2020 Annual Members Address on Monday 26 October. This will be an online gathering to reflect on the many positive advances we have made as a profession in one of the most challenging years in our history. We will honour our 50-year members, and announce the winner of the 2020 President’s Medal. Register now |
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Final call for expressions of interest – Law Society Committees 2021
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Want to make a difference in the legal profession? Submit an expression of interest by 5pm on 29 September 2020 to join one of the Law Society’s committees. Read more. |
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Charles Richard Xuereb Oration
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Charles Richard Xuereb was a compassionate solicitor who committed his life to serving the community through his work with Stepping Stone House, and dedication to the legal profession. Join us on 12 October for a special keynote presentation by Emeritus Professor Geoffrey Gallop AC on mental health and wellbeing in the law – a cause that was close to Charles’ heart. Register now.
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Rural Issues Day 2020 – one month to go
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Only one month to go until Rural Issues Day 2020. On 23 October, don't miss your chance to virtually join leading speakers across the profession for a full day on the legal issues relevant to rural and regional practice. See the full program and register. |
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Government Solicitors Week sessions now available on Lawinform
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All sessions and panels from Government Solicitors Week 2020 are now available on-demand via lawinform.com.au. Watch these thought-provoking webinars from some of the brightest legal minds including Bret Walker SC, Michael Kingston, Australian Government Solicitor, and Her Honour Judge Dina Yehia SC. |
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Food delivery service to help FoodBank
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The Law Society of NSW and 2020 President’s Charity has added a delicious new hamper to our weekly options. Introducing PIC ME, a tempting grazing hamper full of house-made picnic treats, perfect for the park, the beach, or nibbles with friends. Order by 8am Tuesday for Friday delivery. All profits go to support the 2020 President's Charity FoodBank NSW & ACT. See here for a thank you message from the CEO of FoodBank NSW & ACT, the 2020 President's Charity. |
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CLEAA Annual Conference
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The Continuing Legal Education Association of Australasia’s annual conference will be held as a virtual event over two half-days from 15-16 October 2020. Registration is $75 and program details can be found here. |
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WHAT'S ON
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LAWASIA 2020 Conference Online – Webinar Series
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10 September - 8 October 2020
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The Australasian Institute of Judicial Administration (AIJA) Online Conference: The future for the administration of justice
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30 September 2020
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FLIP Buzzwords: Internet of Things (IoT)
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30 September 2020
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The Asian Australian Lawyers Association National Cultural Diversity Summit
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3 October 2020
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Practice tips for criminal law mentions and adjournments
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8 October 2020
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Charles Richard Xuereb Oration
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12 October 2020
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Mandatory rule 6.1- the new world of legal practice
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15 October 2020
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Rural Issues Day
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23 October 2020
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IBA 2020 – Virtually Together Conference
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2-27 November 2020
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Latest edition of the Court of Appeal’s Decisions of Interest bulletin
The Decisions of Interest bulletin is a regular publication produced by the Court of Appeal, summarising appellate decisions from Australia and internationally. Read the latest bulletin here.
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2020 Law Society Council Election – Voting
Solicitor Members who have provided email addresses will be sent an email this week with an invitation to vote electronically in the 2020 Law Society Council election. The email includes a link to the electronic voting form. Twenty-six candidates have been nominated to fill seven (7) positions on Council (each for a 3-year term): Four (4) Councillor Reserved Positions (Large Firm, City, Suburban, Government) and three (3) Councillor Unreserved Positions.
Printed voting papers will also be sent to all Solicitor Members. Members can vote electronically or by submitting a completed voting paper, but are encouraged to vote online to ensure their vote is received before the ballot closes at 2.00pm (AEDT) on Monday 19 October 2020.
Enquiries should be directed to secretary@lawsociety.com.au.
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Notice of Law Society 2020 Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of The Law Society of New South Wales will be held at 4.30pm on Thursday 22 October 2020. See Notice.
Due to current COVID-19 social distancing requirements and in the interests of public health and the safety of our members, the Annual General Meeting will be held as a virtual meeting rather than members physically attending the meeting at the Law Society building. Please refer to the Notice for information on how members can attend and participate in the meeting.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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Risk
Remote staff supervision: Managing the risks
By Renee Stevens >
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Employment law
Taking the mickey at work: Could it be your downfall?
By Grant Hansen >
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YOUR MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM
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