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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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Breaking down barriers between the community and the justice system
Australia is a country in which the ability to access justice and receive legal help is considered to be a fundamental right for all. However, when vulnerable members of our community, including victims of family violence, the elderly, people with disabilities, Indigenous Australians and people of non-English-speaking background, come into contact with the law they can face considerable challenges in obtaining legal assistance and in understanding the complexities of our court system.
For newly-arrived migrants and refugees, who have limited knowledge of our laws, who don’t have English as their first language and may have had traumatic or negative experiences with authorities in their homeland, coming into contact with our courts can be particularly stressful and overwhelming. Continue reading >
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NEWS
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The Law Society of NSW President's Medal: Nominations now open
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Nominations are now open for the prestigious President's Medal, which has recognised our most outstanding members since 2009 by acknowledging those who have made a significant personal and professional contribution to the improvement of law and justice in the community.
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STOP AND THINK – BE VIGILANT
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Since the last alert, the Trust Accounts Department has been notified of a further incident where over $200,000 has been lost. The solicitor contacted The Law Society and was asked what to do. They were surprised to learn this has happened before.
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Tea with a trailblazer
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Her Excellency Margaret Beazley AO QC was the first female judge in the NSW Court of Appeal, and the first woman appointed president of that court in 2013. This year, at age 67, she was sworn in 39th Governor of NSW. Go behind the scenes with this much-loved trailblazer in an exclusive interview with LSJ. READ MORE |
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City2Surf - Marche for Fun (Walk for Fun)
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Join some of the members of CSLS, French Australian Lawyers Society, NSW Society for Computers and the Law and French Professional Meet Up Groups for a fun social day out at the City2Surf and help raise funds for the Solicitors Benevolent Association of NSW and FrenchAssist. LEARN MORE |
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Bill Grant OAM Access to Justice Oration
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Join us and guest speaker The Honourable Bob Debus AM on Thursday 22 August 2019 to honour the incredible life and legacy of Bill Grant OAM. The event will celebrate his lifelong dedication to defending the rule of law and fighting for access to justice within legal institutions. LEARN MORE |
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The FLIP Inquiry Series Behind the Buzzwords: NewLaw
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What is NewLaw? What are Automated Legal Services and how do they work? What does this mean for the legal profession? Join us and our expert panel on 28 August as we explore these and other important questions to develop a deeper understanding of our evolving legal environment. LEARN MORE |
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Supreme Court of NSW's Annual Corporate and Commercial Law Conference
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Join us on Tuesday 29 October for the Supreme Court of NSW's Annual Commercial and Corporate Law conference. Hear from our distinguished speakers as they explore 'The Future of the Corporation in Australia'. LEARN MORE |
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WHAT'S ON
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Last chance to register -
Specialist Accreditation Conference
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9-10 August 2019
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‘Welcome to the Law’ 5-week seminar program for junior lawyers
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15 August - 26 September 2019
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Masterclass: Enduring Powers of Attorney
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15 August 2019
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Young Professionals Charity Ball
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31 August 2019
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Government Solicitors Conference
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3 September 2019
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Rural Issues Conference 2019
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25 October 2019
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32nd LAWASIA Conference 2019
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5 – 8 November 2019 | Hong Kong SAR
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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New NSW LRS 1300 phone number for regional customers
NSW Land Registry Services are providing a new 1300 telephone number for customers in regional NSW –1300 396 076. Callers outside the Sydney metropolitan area can call NSW LRS on 1300 396 076 from a fixed line for the cost of a local call. READ MORE
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Virtual Meeting Room technology at Central Local Court to commence on Monday 19 August 2019
On Monday 19 August 2019, VMR technology will be introduced at Central Local Court in courtroom. READ MORE
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The Society for Computers and the Law's Online Dispute Resolution - Free Event
The Society for Computers and the Law is running an event on Online Dispute Resolution on 6 August 2019 and members of the ADR Committee, FLIP and Young Lawyers are all welcome to come along.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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Social security law
Bringing robo-debts before the law: why it’s time to right a legal wrong
By Terry Carney >
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Family law
What does it mean to be a parent? High Court delivers clarity in sperm donor case
By Felicity Bell >
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YOUR MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM
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Discover the future of car rental
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Download the Avis app today! Celebrating the stories, people and hidden gems from road trips around Australia. Plus save 10 per cent on car rentals as a Law Society member.
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Great deals on new cars all year round
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Buying a car can be time-consuming, and negotiating a deal can be stressful, so why not leave it to the experts? MBA Car Assist can help you find a great deal on a new car all year round.
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Gift differently with Red Balloon
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Other people's birthdays are always creeping up on you, so it's essential to find the perfect birthday gifts no matter what their age. You'll never be stuck for birthday present ideas again with Red Ballon’s range of experiences. Law Society members receive exclusive discounts. FIND OUT MORE > |
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