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A moment’s reflection amid a busy start
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With the official Opening of Law Term a couple of weeks away, I would like to take this opportunity to encourage members, if you are so inclined, to join your faith communities in marking the beginning of another year in service of the law. These services provide an opportunity to pause and reflect on the important role lawyers have in the proper functioning of not only the justice system, but the entire community. Continue reading >
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2025 Specialist Accreditation Program: Ask a Specialist: Register for our Q&A sessions
Are you considering applying for the 2025 Specialist Accreditation Program? Or have you applied for the Program and have questions that you would like us to address? Registrations are now open for our Q&A sessions, giving you the opportunity to hear from the experts about their experience as Accredited Specialists and to ask any question you may have in relation to the Program. All Q&A sessions will be held at 5.30 to 6.30pm from Monday 17 February to Wednesday 19 February in the areas of Business Law and Commercial Litigation (Monday 17), Family Law and Criminal Law (Tuesday 18), and Property Law and Wills & Estates (Wednesday 19).
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2025 Mentoring Program: Applications open
We are pleased to announce the opening of applications for the 2025 Mentoring Program. The tradition of mentoring is one of the finest of our profession and one the Law Society of NSW is honoured to foster. A culture of sharing and learning is at the heart of our program and enables the legal community to create a stronger, more connected future. Building on a successful 2024, we are excited to continue fostering leadership, professional growth, and diversity within our community. If you wish to be a part of this journey, sign up here.
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Commencement Services for 2025 Law Term
The Commencement Services for the 2025 Law Term include a series of important events for the legal community. Find out more.
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2025 Mock Law competition: Call out for volunteers
The countdown is on for the 2025 Mock Trial and Mediation competitions, and we're excited to invite you to be a part of these prestigious programs. As one of the Law Society's longest-running and most popular competitions, Mock Law provides a unique opportunity to shape the future of the legal profession and we need your expertise to make it a success. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of law, this is your chance to give back to the community. Ready to get involved? Register here.
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Early bird exhibitor registrations open: 2025 Law Students Careers Summit
Exhibitor registrations are open for the 2025 Law Students Careers Summit on Thursday 13 March. This flagship Law Society event provides an unparalleled opportunity to reach law students from all years of study and from across NSW who want to learn more about the career paths available to them. An early bird rate is available until 31 January 2025 with an additional discount for those participating in the Law Society’s Graduate or Clerkship Recruitment Program. We also have an exciting range of sponsorship opportunities available to boost your presence on the day. Click here to find out more.
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Welcome ceremony of Justice Nicholas Owens
A ceremonial sitting of a Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia will be held in Sydney on Thursday 27 February 2025 to welcome the Honourable Justice Nicholas Owens as a judge of the Federal Court of Australia. The ceremonial sitting will be held at 9.15am in Court 1, Level 21, Federal Court of Australia, Law Courts Building, Queens Square, Sydney, with morning tea served afterwards. Members of the profession are asked to reply to Ms Dimitra Argyros by email (preferred) to dimitra.argyros@fedcourt.gov.au or 02 8099 8432 by 15 February 2025. Seating will be arranged in Court 1 or another Court for viewing via video link.
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Welcome ceremony for Justice Cameron Moore
A ceremonial sitting of a Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia will be held in Sydney on Wednesday, 26 February 2025 to welcome the Honourable Justice Cameron Moore as a judge of the Federal Court of Australia. The ceremonial sitting will be held at 9.15am in Court 1, Level 21, Federal Court of Australia, Law Courts Building, Queens Square, Sydney, with morning tea served afterwards. Members of the profession are asked to reply to Ms Dimitra Argyros by email (preferred) to dimitra.argyros@fedcourt.gov.au or 02 8099 8432 by 15 February 2025. Seating will be arranged in Court 1 or another Court for viewing via video link.
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Deep dive into settlements: Mandatory rule 6.1 – online
Tuesday 11 February 2025
REGISTER HERE
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Advocacy in practice instead – in-person
Tuesday 18 February 2025
REGISTER HERE
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December Service Directory
The LSJ Online Service Directory for December remains available. Here you will find advertisements for agency and referrals, practices for sale and purchase and much more, plus all missing wills notices. Please note: As of 1 January 2025, classified advertising in the Service Directory is available by prepay only. For any questions, please contact advertising@lawsociety.com.au with any questions. Read more.
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HEALTH
Medicinal cannabis: the controversy and understanding the regulatory landscape
By Alison Choy Flannigan and Mitchell Stein >
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TAX
Not all perils are in the river
By Jim Main >
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