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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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A growing, vibrant national profession
Every two years, the Law Society of NSW commissions – on behalf of organisations across Australia that issue practising certificates – a National Profile of Solicitors. The latest profile was published last Friday morning and provides some interesting insights into the growth of our profession.
You may have seen or heard our CEO Sonja Stewart in the media talking about some of the interesting results in the profile, including that for the first time since we began collating these figures 11 years ago private practice is now gender balanced. Continue reading >
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NEWS
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Renew by 15 May 2023 – Practising Certificate and Membership
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Changes to the Legal Aid NSW Means Test
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The Legal Aid NSW Board has approved changes to the Means Test. The changes include, for example, increasing income deduction for housing and dependants excluding certain assets such as payments received through reparation or recognition schemes. See Policy Bulletin for further details. |
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Exhibitor registrations are open for the 2023 NSW Law Careers Fair
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The Fair provides a fantastic opportunity to reach law students from all years of study from across NSW who want to learn more about the career paths available to them. For those employers looking to connect directly with final and penultimate year students, we are excited to be hosting an exclusive Clerkship Stream and networking reception this year allowing employers to connect with students in a more tailored environment. Don’t miss out, find out more and register here as an exhibitor today. |
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Petition to fund Aboriginal Legal Services
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Services (ATSILS) launched an online petition to Commonwealth Attorney General Mark Dreyfus KC MP for the immediate implementation of emergency funding to prevent the imminent freeze of all services across the country and ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people continue to access to safe legal representation and support. To learn more and sign the petition, click here. |
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Tech Tools: Client Intake and Management
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During this event we will showcase tools that help law firms and in-house legal departments expedite the intake process, keep customers engaged, streamline business processes, and manage internal and external clients enquires. Our neutral expert panel will further elaborate on how to achieve best internal and external client experience including where do you start. 1.5 CPD units. Members can register complimentary. |
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Golden Gavel Competition: Attendee registrations now open
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The funniest event in the legal calendar is back, taking place on Friday 9 June 2023, at the Fullerton Hotel. Register here to attend as a spectator and join your colleagues for breakfast and the ultimate calling card, unlimited coffee. Event supported by Sparke Helmore. |
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Bring the joie de vivre to your dinner table with this week’s French-inspired Foodie Feast
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Savour succulent Coq au Vin, garlicky potato gratin, and an orange, almond, and frisée salad topped with a red wine vinaigrette. It wouldn’t be a French feast without dessert, especially one as decadent as our apple and strawberry crumble pie and thick Chantilly cream. Click here to order by 10am Tuesday, 9th May, for delivery by 5pm Friday, 12th May. |
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MEMBER BENEFITS FEATURE OF THE WEEK
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Clarence Workplaces for Lawyers: 40 per cent off office list prices
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For more than 25 years, Clarence has built a reputation for creating beautiful office environments for the most discerning Australian legal firms. As a Law Society member, you can enjoy the premium services and incredible locations we provide in Sydney, with 40 per cent off serviced office list prices. Contact enquiries@cpogroup.com.au for more. View offer
Subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply. |
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WHAT'S ON
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Government Lawyers and Vicarious Trauma – self-care strategies
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Tuesday 9 May 2023
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Essentials for lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – face-to-face seminar
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Tuesday 16 May 2023
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Family Law Fundamentals - live online workshop
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Wednesday 17 and 24 May 2023
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Golden Gavel 2023
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Friday 9 June 2023
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NSW Law Careers Fair
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Wednesday 28 June 2023
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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NCAT changes: Attending a hearing by telephone or video
NCAT has returned to in-person (or face-to-face) hearings in most categories of matters. Directions hearings will generally continue to be held “virtually” by telephone or video. If parties or witnesses wish to attend a hearing by telephone or video, they will need to submit their request for permission to attend a hearing by telephone or video as soon as possible before the scheduled hearing date. Please read the new form and fact sheet to help parties and witnesses request permission to attend a hearing by telephone or video here.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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COSTS
Failure to update cost agreements can be a costly mistake
By Charlotte Morson >
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CORPORATE LAW / ENVIRONMENT LAW
Escalated crackdown on greenwashing: Just the beginning?
By Teresa Torcasio and Katie Lau >
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