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NEWS
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Practising certificate and membership renewals will open Tuesday 7 April 2020
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Solicitors will receive an email tomorrow morning, Tuesday 7 April 2020, containing a link and information on how to renew their practising certificate and Law Society membership online.
Read more. |
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Applications now open for 2020 mentoring programs
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Apply now for one of the Law Society’s 2020 mentoring programs. It’s the perfect opportunity for mentees to benefit from more experienced practitioners and for mentors to give back to the profession. Find out what programs are on offer and apply here. |
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LawID needed for PC renewals
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It would greatly assist the successful delivery of this year’s PC renewals process for all legal practitioners to ensure they have registered for a LawID before 7 April 2020. Activate yours today. |
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Specialist Accreditation: application deadline extended to 15 April
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The Federal Government update on
COVID-19
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The Federal Government’s update on COVID-19 includes information about Easter holidays, religious services, commercial tenancies, and childcare and education. For more information on coronavirus and the Government’s response, please visit the Treasury or Australian Government websites. |
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Coronavirus business support
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Dedicated support is available for businesses affected by COVID-19. Call 13 28 46 between 7am and 9pm, seven days a week. Alternatively, you can email or use webchat here. |
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Launch of Jobs Hub
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The Morrison Government has launched a new Jobs Hub, supporting businesses and those Australians looking for work. An up-to-date list of businesses and organisations that are currently hiring, and how to contact them, can be found here. |
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Coronavirus app and WhatsApp channel
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The Australian Government has released a Coronavirus app and WhatsApp channel. The App is available on both Android and iPhones. Visit the website to access the WhatsApp channel. |
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WHAT'S ON
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Law Society CPD - 3 Day Practice Management Course (online)
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27, 28 and 29 April 2020
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Latest edition of the Court of Appeal’s Decisions of Interest bulletin
The Decisions of Interest bulletin is a regular publication produced by the Court of Appeal, summarising appellate decisions from Australia and abroad. Read the latest bulletin here.
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Public Defenders COVID-19 resources for criminal lawyers
The Public Defenders resource page for criminal lawyers is now live. The Public Defenders are seeking feedback about how the new COVID-19 procedures are working via an online form.
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Fact sheet and reference guide for appearing in court using Webex Teams and Jabber
In order to ensure the health and safety of the public while maintaining the provision of justice, a new process has been implemented allowing authorised court users to appear in court by way of video conference to mention their matters. This allows any legal practitioner to appear in court from any location using their own device if approved by the court.
Read the guide.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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Criminal law
New tendency and coincidence laws edge closer in NSW
By Stephen Odgers SC >
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Employment law
Containing Coronavirus: workplace considerations
By Jack de Flamingh and Heidi Fairhall >
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YOUR MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM
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Welcoming R.M.Williams to the Member Benefits Program
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We are excited to partner with one of the best-loved brands in the world, R.M.Williams. Handmade in Australia since 1932, Law Society members can enjoy 15 per cent off clothes and accessories and 5 per cent off footwear. Find out more > |
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The key to managing your on-road business expenses
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Enjoy savings on fuel and most items in-store and cut the cost of doing business with StarCard. Accepted at over 1,900 locations nationwide, StarCard is the fuel card that rewards your business. Find out more > |
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New wellbeing resources
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The Law Society of NSW has compiled some helpful wellbeing resources for practitioners grappling with the current situation. Find out more > |
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The Law Society of New South Wales
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