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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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Become a voice for your profession and the community
At the beginning of this month, an invitation landed in your inbox, encouraging you to consider becoming a member of one the Law Society’s 18 policy and practice committees, six regulatory committees and three segment committees. I’m writing this message today, to ask you to express your interest in joining and to emphasise the importance of our committees’ work. Continue reading >
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NEWS
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Interested in gaining your CPD by the beach?
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The President of the Law Society of NSW, Cassandra Banks, is pleased to invite you to join The Law Society for our visit to the beautiful Mid-North Coast at the Pacific Bay Resort in Coffs Harbour. The full-day program will focus on both professional and business development with presentations from senior members of staff from the Law Society of NSW and other representatives from across the legal profession. We will explore topics including law practice succession and contingency planning, the regulatory framework and complaints process, costs, and more. Click here to register and learn more, including how to make a weekend of it with accommodation at the venue. |
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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Compliance Audit
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The Law Society is conducting its annual CPD compliance audit, pursuant to rule 14 of the Legal Profession Uniform Continuing Professional Development (Solicitors) Rules 2015 ( CPD Rules). Those selected to participate in the audit have been contacted directly. For further information on CPD, please access our dedicated CPD requirements information page or the Law Society’s Registry Compliance Officer by email to cpdcompliance@lawsociety.com.au. |
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2023 Law Society Council Election – Voting
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Solicitor members will be sent an email this week with an invitation to vote electronically in the 2023 Law Society Council election. The email includes a link to the electronic voting form. Eight candidates have been nominated to fill three “Councillor” Unreserved Positions (each for a three-year term). Solicitor members must ensure their vote is received before the ballot closes at 2.00pm (AEDT) on Monday 23 October 2023. Enquiries should be directed to secretary@lawsociety.com.au. |
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Service honouring the life of Darcy Reginald Francis Patterson
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The Law Society of NSW is saddened by the passing of life member Darcy Patterson. Mr Patterson was admitted as a solicitor in 1956. A service honouring his life will be held tomorrow, Tuesday 26 September, at St Joseph’s College, Hunters Hill at 10:30am. Donations to Dementia Australia are requested.
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Treat yourself to this week's Foodie Feast
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The star of this week’s foodie feast menu has to be a tie between the apple and Tasmanian strawberry crumble pie and apple gâteau. The challenge will be saving room for dessert after savouring the fish pie filled with smoked fish, salmon, and mussels in a creamy sauce with a crispy potato top. Click here to order by 10am Tuesday 26 September, for delivery by 5pm Friday 29 September. |
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MEMBER BENEFITS FEATURE OF THE WEEK
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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. Do not miss out on these exceptional deals.
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WHAT'S ON
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NSW Young Lawyers: Confidence in the courtroom for family lawyers
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Saturday 7 October 2023
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Conveyancing essentials for support staff – online
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Wednesday 11 and 18 October 2023
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Mental Health and Wellness Law: How to Remain Calm During Change
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Tuesday 17 October 2023
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Practice management course – online
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Friday 13, 20 and 27 October 2023
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2023 Annual Members Dinner and Awards Night
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Thursday 7 December 2023
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Changes to revenue measures in the 2023-2024 NSW State Budget
The NSW Government has announced some tax measures as part of the 2023-24 Budget. The Treasury and Revenue Legislation Amendment Bill 2023, will implement the measures which are to generally commence on 1 February 2024. A media release that provides a summary of the amendments has been published on the Revenue NSW website. Changes include amendments to the Duties Act 1997, Land Tax Management Act 1956 and the Taxation Administration Act 1996.
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September Service Directory
The LSJ Digital Service Directory for September 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.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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TAXATION
Dealing with deceased estates: Gifts and tax implications
By Jim Main >
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RISK
Navigating the legal consequences of ransom payments in the face of ransomware attacks
By Katherine Jones, Keith Bethlehem and Nicola Mostert >
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