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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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A new term. A time to reflect, a time to honour
I was honoured this morning to share in the first two of several religious services over the next two weeks to welcome the new law term. Whether we are religious or not, this time of year provides lawyers an opportunity to reflect on why we have chosen the law as our profession. My response to that is likely to be a common one; helping people to solve their problems and looking for ways to improve the justice system. Continue reading >
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NEWS
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Specialist Accreditation Program 2023 – Q&A with the Specialists
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The Law Society of NSW invites you to attend an information session hosted by two assessors from the Advisory Committee within your area of law. It's a chance to hear from the experts about their experience as Accredited Specialists, get study tips and answers to any questions you may have about the Program. Learn more and register. |
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Opening of Law Term 2023 — Pan-Orthodox Church Service
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The 39th Annual Pan-Orthodox Church Service to mark the Opening of the Law Term for 2023 will be held on:
Date: Tuesday, 31 January 2023
Time: 6.30pm
Address: Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation, Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia, 242 Cleveland Street, Redfern.
Practitioners and their family members are welcome to attend.
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Swearing in ceremonies this week
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There will be ceremonies this week to mark the swearing-in of four Magistrates of the Local Court of New South Wales. These will be held at Court 5.2, Level 5, Downing Centre Local Court, 143-147 Liverpool Street, Sydney. Live stream options for those unable to attend are below:
- Gemma Slack-Smith, Magistrate of the Local Court - Monday 6 February 2023. Live stream
- John Arms, Magistrate of the Local Court - Tuesday 7 February 2023. Live stream
- Julie Zaki, Magistrate of the Local Court - Wednesday 8 February 2023. Live stream
- Michael Maher, Magistrate of the Local Court - Thursday 9 February 2023. Live stream
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Dining Room Delivers - New Lunch Hampers
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Starting from next month, our Dining Room will be offering gourmet lunch hampers that will be available for delivery Monday - Friday around the CBD. The varied menu offers a range of delicious meals, sides, and desserts to suit a range of tastes and dietary requirements. Watch this space for more details coming soon.
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Voluntary Assisted Dying Board - Expressions of interest are now open
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NSW Health is planning for the implementation of voluntary assisted dying to ensure it is safe, accessible and aligns with the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2022. The NSW Government is currently inviting applications from people interested in becoming a member of the Voluntary Assisted Dying Board, which will have important advisory and decision-making functions when voluntary assisted dying becomes available in NSW. Applications close on Thursday 2 March 2023. Find more information here. |
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Hampers return for 2023
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Spice up your Friday with our first Foodie Feast of 2023. This week’s menu features a succulent free-range Portuguese chicken with spicy peri peri sauce, alongside a host of delicious sides, and an indulgent triple choc brownie for dessert. Click here to order before 10am Tuesday, 31 January, for delivery Friday 3 February. |
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MEMBER BENEFITS FEATURE OF THE WEEK
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Make global payments simple with OFX
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When you’re moving money across the world, get help from real people when you need it, and a simple streamlined digital platform when you don’t. OFX provides dedicated service and preferential rates to make fast, secure global transfers. Find out more. |
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WHAT'S ON
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Essentials for lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – face-to-face seminar
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Tuesday 7 February 2023
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Pride cocktails and networking reception
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Thursday 23 February 2023
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Advocacy in practice – face-to-face workshop
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Tuesday 28 February 2023
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Latest NSWCA Decisions of Interest Bulletin
The latest edition of the Court of Appeal’s Decisions of Interest Bulletin is now available here.
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Shared Equity Home Buyer Helper is now live and open for applications The NSW Government’s scheme is aimed at supporting more residents to own their own homes by contributing up to 40 per cent of the purchase price for new dwellings and 30 per cent for established properties in exchange for an equivalent interest. This new initiative supports eligible buyers including single parents, singles 55 years of age or above, and first-home buyer key workers such as nurses, midwives, paramedics, teachers, early childhood educators and police officers. For more information see the Revenue NSW website which includes a self-assessment tool for interested buyers to check eligibility. A fact sheet has also been prepared.
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Industrial Relations Commission Security Protocols Update
25 January 2023
The Commission, in consultation with the Sheriff’s office, have reviewed the security arrangements in place at the Commission in Parramatta and made some changes. These changes include the activation of the walk-through metal detector and the use of a hand-held metal detector by the Sheriff’s officers. Persons attending the Commission premises at Parramatta, including the Registry staff, will be required to submit to the metal detectors. Exemptions apply pursuant to the Court Security Act 2005 for judicial officers, Sheriff’s officers, and custodial officers in full uniform who have lawful custody of a person at the time. Read more.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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DE FACTO RELATIONSHIPS
Duel to the death: De facto relationships and disputes over inheritance
By Jennifer Vuu >
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RISK AND ELDER LAW
Testamentary capacity and the role of the solicitor
By Jen McMillan >
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