News and Media
The Law Society's policy stances and activities are reinforced through a robust media presence. The Society attracts state, national and international coverage on topical issues. Our ability to react quickly and publicly to legal debates has cemented our position as a key organisation for journalists seeking legal comment, and as a powerful leader and commentator.
For all news and media enquiries, contact the Media Adviser (details at right).
A summary of recent media coverage (print and broadcast) is also available.
News and media releases
December 2011
Law Society Congratulates New Attorney-General on Appointment
12 Dec 2011
Law Society Welcomes Top Commonwealth Appointment
09 Dec 2011
Law Society’s 2011 Mock Trial Winner Announced
07 Dec 2011
Law Society pays tribute the Hon. Mahla Pearlman AO (1937- 2011)
02 Dec 2011
November 2011
Accelerating change for state’s women lawyers
01 Dec 2011
Move to grant bridging visas to asylum seekers welcomed
25 Nov 2011
Presidential Statement and reminder to the profession on billing practices
02 Nov 2011
October 2011
Practical guide available for regional solicitors
28 Oct 2011
Winner of prestigious Law Society President’s Medal announced
27 Oct 2011
Law Society of NSW welcomes new Legal Aid appointment
26 Oct 2011
2011 Law & Justice Foundation Awards
25 Oct 2011
NSW welcomes National Legal Profession Reform announcement
19 Oct 2011
September 2011
Local lawyers take part in ‘Advancement of Women’ consultation
21 Sep 2011
August 2011
Law Society of NSW welcomes State Government Budget
06 Sep 2011
Law Society of NSW welcomes High Court decision on Malaysian Transfer Agreement
31 Aug 2011
Harmonisation of National Legal Profession Reform high priority for NSW
25 Aug 2011
Law Society welcomes independent inquiry into NSW Crime Commission
11 Aug 2011
July 2011
Advancement of Women in the Legal Profession
29 Jul 2011
Law Society congratulates appointment of Justice of the Supreme Court
04 Jul 2011
June 2011
Law Society congratulates new Director of Public Prosecutions
24 Jun 2011
Review of Bail Act welcomed
10 Jun 2011
Law Society welcomes new Chief Justice of NSW
01 Jun 2011
May 2011
Swearing out ceremony for Chief Justice of NSW
31 May 2011
Law Society launches CLE video podcasts for the profession
31 May 2011
Mandatory life sentences opposed by The Law Society of NSW
26 May 2011
The Law Society of NSW improves CONTACT with Aboriginal Australians
13 May 2011
Law Society congratulates new Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of NSW
13 May 2011
April 2011
Law Society’s key priorities under a Coalition government
04 Apr 2011
March 2011
Former Law Society President appointed to Fair Work Commission
28 Mar 2013
Court Presentation for Legal Practitioners available online
28 Mar 2013
Huge rise in number of women in the legal profession in NSW
31 Mar 2011
Law Society pays tribute to outgoing NSW Attorney General
31 Mar 2011
Law Society of NSW recognises outstanding work of state's Chief Justice
18 Mar 2011
Countdown to March 26 Election: Urgent need for review of rural and regional court services
11 Mar 2011
Parties respond to Law Society's call for pre-election commitments
01 Mar 2011
January 2011
New magistrates congratulated
10 Jan 2011
CONTACT
- For all news and media enquiries
- contact the Media Adviser
- T: (02) 9926 0288
- M: 0413440699
