Monday Briefs 20 May 2024 | The Law Society of NSW

Help and advocacy to deal with AML/CTF changes

The announcement in last week’s federal budget of more than $160 million to implement anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) reforms sends a clear message that significant changes in this space are approaching. The funding follows hot on the heels of Attorney General Mark Dreyfus commencing a second round of consultation, including publishing a series of papers dealing with so called ‘tranche two’ entities, which includes legal practitioners. Continue reading >

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Renew your practising certificate now if you have not already
If you haven’t renewed your practising certificate by 30 June, you will be unauthorised to engage in legal practice from 1 July. Renew your practising certificate here. Any questions? We are here to help. Contact the Law Society Registry on (02) 9926 0156 or by email at registry@lawsociety.com.au.

Associate Membership Renewals are open
Online lodgement for 2024-25 Associate Membership Renewals are open. Renew your Associate Membership here. Any questions? We are here to help. Contact the Law Society Registry on (02) 9926 0156 or by email at registry@lawsociety.com.au.

Secure Solicitor Membership for The Law Society of New South Wales Professional Standards Scheme
Principals are reminded that all legal practitioners of their law practice must maintain solicitor membership now and beyond 30 June 2024 for continued participation in the Scheme. The easiest way for legal practitioners to become or renew their solicitor membership is to select the solicitor membership application or renewal option through LawID here. You can learn more about the Scheme here. Any questions? Please reach out to our Scheme team by email scheme@lawsociety.com.au or by phone 02 9926 0189.

UNSW Centre for Criminology, Law and Justice seminar
This hybrid seminar hosted by the UNSW Centre for Criminology, Law and Justice will see author of This Is Where You Have To Go Lynda Holden in discussion with Ingrid Matthews (UNSW). The book examines Lynda’s experience of forced adoption as a young Indigenous mother, and her fight for justice. It will take place at the UNSW Law & Justice Building (Staff Common Room, Level 2) at Monday 27 May, 12:30-1:30pm AEST and online via Zoom. Please indicate your attendance preference on checkout. Learn more.

Just Chat - Chief Justice Andrew Bell
In this episode, Chief Justice of NSW Andrew Bell shares his thoughts on the bicentenary of the Supreme Court of NSW. He reflects on the court's rich history including the most challenging moments (and colourful characters) of the past 200 years, the significance of being a part of this moment in history, what's next for the court, and the potential issues lawyers and court users could face with the rise of artificial intelligence. Supported by NobleOak. Listen Here.

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Wednesday 12 June 2024
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May Service Directory
The LSJ Digital Service Directory for May is now available. Here you will find advertisements for agency and referrals, practices for sale and purchase and much more, plus all missing wills notices. Read more.

LEGAL UPDATES

FAMILY AND INTERNATIONAL
Child Protection Convention and jurisdiction of Children’s Court
By Cassandra Bennett and Kerri Phillips >

PROPERTY AND TAX
Practical tips on claiming the NSW Primary Production Duty Exemption
By Dung Lam and Annika Lawrie >

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