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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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New solicitor appointments boost Children’s Law expertise on the bench
This will be a great week for solicitors going to the bench with swearing in ceremonies tomorrow and Wednesday at the Local Court. The two appointees are Law Society members with extensive professional experience close to my own heart as a long-standing practitioner involved with children and young people. Continue reading >
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NEWS
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Time is running out to renew your practising certificate
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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. |
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Membership renewals close soon
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As the renewal period for Law Society membership enters its final weeks, 2023 Law Society President Cassandra Banks shares her journey as a member and how it has shaped her career. Renew by 30 June, and together we can continue to build a community that offers unwavering personal and professional support, valuable connections, and endless opportunities for growth. Renew today. |
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Follow The Law Society of NSW on Instagram
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We are thrilled to announce our new Law Society Instagram account ( @lawsocietynsw). Follow us for all the latest in events, important announcements, articles, and more. We will also include some special content that won’t be available on our other social platforms, including exclusive video content and behind-the-scenes snapshots of the Law Society. Check out our page, and hit the follow button to stay in the loop. |
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New single digital platform will launch for motor accidents users from 19 June 2023
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The Commission’s new single digital dispute resolution platform called ‘Pathway’ is scheduled to launch for Motor Accidents staff, decision makers and users in the week commencing 19 June 2023. Commission staff will commence using the platform on Monday 19 June 2023. Parties and decision makers will commence using the platform on Tuesday 20 June 2023. Read more. |
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Consultation with the legal profession regarding cheque usage
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The Reserve Bank Payments System Board will continue working with financial institutions and the government to support the transition away from cheques. In light of this, the Law Society would like to understand what support we can offer the profession and seek your insights by 31 July 2023. Complete the survey here. |
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12th LAWASIA Employment Law Conference
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With the theme The New Normal: Employment Law in Asia Pacific in 2023, the conference's program will comprise of keynote addresses and focused business sessions on practical issues currently topical for employment lawyers across our region, including those with an interest in issues at the interface with commercial law. Delegates will hear presentations from eminent judges and lawyers from a range of jurisdictions. Register here. |
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Film ticket giveaway
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The Law Society and Palace Films have five double passes to Law Society members for the new Mia Hansen-Løve drama One Fine Morning with Lea Seydoux. For a chance to win, email journal@lawsociety.com.au your name, address and lawID with the subject line "One Fine Morning" before 5pm on Tuesday 6 June. |
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Cosy up with this week’s Foodie Feast
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This week’s menu is packed with classic comfort food dishes to keep you warm and cosy, including a hearty cottage pie, freshly baked bread, seasonal veggies and salad, and a crisp apple and cinnamon strudel. Click here to order by 10am Tuesday 6 June, for delivery by 5pm Friday 9 June. |
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Law Society Member Benefits
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Discover an unrivalled range of exclusive offers from our Member Benefits providers, including personal and lifestyle products and services tailored to support you and enhance your legal practice. Don't miss out on these exceptional deals.
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WHAT'S ON
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Sexual harassment: Changing workplace culture – online
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Thursday 8 June 2023
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Better Sleep for Staying Well in the Law
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Wednesday 19 July 2023
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Directions in Corporate and Commercial Practice: One day intensive – in person
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Tuesday 20 June 2023
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Staying Well in the Law: Resilience to Vicarious Trauma
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Wednesday 21 June 2023
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In Conversation with Jody Broun and Sonja Stewart
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Thursday 6 July 2023
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Updated ASIC Regulatory Guide 78, Breach Reporting by Australian Financial Services Licensees
Practitioners are reminded that on 27 April 2023, ASIC issued the updated Regulatory Guide 78, Breach Reporting by Australian Financial Services Licensees (RG 78). The updates include:
- clarifying the circumstances in which licensees may group multiple reportable situations into one report to ASIC;
- new guidance on the information to include when licensees describe a reportable situation; and
- new guidance for licensees on ASIC’s expectations when licensees are providing updates related to a reported breach.
The media release outlining the background to the updates can be found here.
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Surcharge purchaser duty and surcharge land tax update (international tax treaties)
Further to the announcement made on 21 February 2023, Revenue NSW has now identified India, Japan, Norway and Switzerland as additional nations which have international tax treaties that may impact surcharge liability. Refunds may be available for surcharge payments made on or after 1 January 2021 (previously 1 July 2021). Read more.
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Revenue Legislation Amendment Act 2023
The Act commences on 1 July 2023 and amends the Duties Act 1997 by removing a concession in the amount of duty payable by a public landholder, and will be applicable to transactions completed after 1 July 2023, irrespective of when the relevant agreement was entered into. The Act also amends the Land Tax Management Act 1956 to provide for an extension of time during which unoccupied land may be treated as a person’s principal place of residence.
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eDuties Update May 2023
Revenue NSW has published a new edition which includes important updates on: applications in relation to Business/Asset Sale Agreements, changes to the Option Application, and information about cancelled agreements.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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COSTS
How to a-void another costly mistake when dealing with costs agreements
By Charlotte Morson >
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ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
Ministerial intervention applications and limits on executive power
By Jason Donnelly >
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