Publications and FAQs
The Law Society produces a number of online and printed publications for members of the public and solicitors.
Buying and Selling a property in NSW
The Law Society's checklists on buying and selling a house or apartment in NSW answer common questions about the buying and selling process and how a solicitor guides a client through each step.
These guides include useful information on important topics such as:
- Buying a property at auction
- Buying a strata title property
- How to prepare a contract for sale
- How the conveyancing process works.
Download Your Guide to Buying a Property and Your Guide to Selling a Property here.
The Law Society also produces and distributes a number of other resources to help members of the public understand the law.
Legal FAQs – providing easy-to-understand information about a wide variety of legal situations.
Legal help links – a directory of links to organisations and government departments providing legal advice, information and other services.
Publications from NSW Young Lawyers
NSW Young Lawyers has researched and written several free publications for the community. All are written in an easy-to-understand style and offer suggestions for further assistance.
These are for information purposes only and should not be taken or relied upon as legal advice. Nor are they intended as a substitute for legal advice from a qualified solicitor who is familiar with the facts of your particular case.
| The Animal Law Guide provides an overview of the day-to-day legal issues affecting pets and pet owners in New South Wales. Email alc.chair@younglawyers.com.au to order a free printed copy (limited stock available). Length: 34 pages |
 | The 'Know Your Rights' Card is the size of a credit card to easily fit inside a wallet or pocket. It outlines what to do when approached, searched or questioned by the police. To obtain a free card email ylgeneral@lawsociety.com.au. |
| Older People and the Law provides a comprehensive overview of the laws relating to health care, housing, discrimination, wills and much more. Length: 140 pages |
| The Debt Handbook is a practical guide that explores a range of options for getting out of, and staying out of debt. Length: 55 pages |
| New Land New Law has been created to provide new migrants, refugees and visitors with an overview of the law of New South Wales. This publication is available in four different languages. Free printed copies are available by emailing ylgeneral@lawsociety.com.au (English hard copy currently out of stock.) Length: 61 pages |
 | What about me? Your pets & your will is a practical guide about how to make sure your pet is cared for after you have passed away. Email ylgeneral@lawsociety.com.au to obtain free printed copies. Length: 6 pages |
 | Keeping Pets in Strata Schemes is a brief guide for tenants, agents and owners, including information on the Strata Schemes Management Act. Email ylgeneral@lawsociety.com.au to obtain free printed copies. Length: 7 pages |
CONTACT
- NSW Young Lawyers
- 170 Phillip Street
- Sydney NSW 2000
- T: (02) 9926 0270
- F: (02) 9926 0282
- DX 362 Sydney
- E: ylgeneral@lawsociety.com.au
- www.younglawyers.com.au
