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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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Risks and challenges associated with WFH
Today finds the entire state subject to stay at home orders and those of us who live or work in the Greater Sydney region have been subject to stay at home orders for more than seven weeks now. We will not be returning to our offices anytime soon. Continue reading >
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NEWS
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Completing CPD Units online
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Given the now widespread availability of online CPD courses, the 5-unit statutory cap on private study of audio/visual material under the Legal Profession Uniform Continuing Professional Development (Solicitors) Rules 2015 will apply for the current 2021‑22 CPD year. Please note however, that CPD units completed online via interactive web-based programs are treated differently and solicitors may still complete an unlimited number of CPD units via that medium in order to comply with their CPD requirements. This approach also applies for Specialist CPD units. Find out more. |
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10+ CPD and 15+ sessions to innovate your delivery for just $149
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The Future of Law and Innovation in the Profession (FLIP) Conference 2021 will deliver 15+ sessions to support and empower legal professionals in the face of continuous change, including on the professional rules and ethical competencies essential for today’s lawyer. Super early bird member rate available until 31 August. Find out more and register. |
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First Nations Speaker Series: Karlie Noon
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Karlie Noon is a Gamilaraay woman, astronomer, multiple award winner, 2019 Eureka Prize nominee, and one of the 2017 BBC's 100 Women. This Thursday, she sits down with Honourable Justice Lucy McCallum and Joanne Selfe for the second instalment of the First Nations Speaker Series to share her story, knowledge and Indigenous understandings of the sky. Find out more. |
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FLIP Buzzwords: Alternative Pricing
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Increased competitive pressures, changes in client demand, and advances in technology have seen law firms put forward innovative alternative fee arrangements. On Wednesday 25 August, our experts will examine the new methods of charging and provide you with tips on how to price legal services. Find out more. |
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LSJ digital edition available now
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Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, we have made the decision to suspend the print editions of LSJ. The latest edition is available as a digital magazine which you can access now. The digital edition has the same look and experience as the print edition but can be enjoyed on your preferred device. |
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On the menu this week
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This week, simple yet satisfying aperitivos, roasted pumpkin ricotta ravioli home-made in brown butter for the primo piatto, fennel roasted pork loin chops for the secondo, and sticky date pudding for the dolce. Order by 10am Tuesday for Friday delivery. |
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COVID-19 UPDATE
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NSW COVID-19 statistics
NSW recorded 478 locally acquired cases of COVID-19 in the 24 hours to 8pm last night from 156,495 tests. Sadly, seven deaths were recorded in that same time period. 61 cases were infectious in the community and the isolation status of 290 cases remains under investigation. Check the latest confirmed exposure venues here. This information is being updated as cases are confirmed and locations are verified. More information on today’s statistics here.
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NSW now in state-wide lockdown
As of 5pm on Saturday August 14, all of NSW is subject to the stay-at-home orders. New restrictions now apply for all of regional NSW, effective until 12.01am Sunday 22 August 2021. This new order will replace any existing orders in regional NSW. Read the new restrictions for all of regional and rural NSW here.
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Government announces stricter measures and penalties
Over the weekend the NSW Government announced increased fines of up to $5,000 for COVID breaches, $320 COVID-19 Test and Isolate Support Payments, permits to enter regional NSW and a heightened police presence in response to the continuing community spread of COVID-19. As of today, in Greater Sydney and other lockdown areas, the 10 kilometre rule will be reduced, with shopping, exercise and outdoor recreation to be done in a person’s local government area (LGA) or, if outside their LGA, within 5 kilometres of home. LGAs of concern must still exercise and shop within 5 kilometres from home only. Read the details of the new rules and penalties here.
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Local Court update
The Local Court Memo 20 has been amended to applied to ALL regional Local Courts for the next 7 days. Please note there will be some Local Courts that do not have any AVL facilities available, so any alternative appearances at those courts may have to be via email or telephone only. Please also note that this is likely to result in an additional load on the AVL network so solicitors should be encourage to use these alternate means wherever possible.
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District Court update
Due to the state-wide lockdown, there will be no new jury trials or personal appearances in any sittings of the District Court in New South Wales from 5:00pm Sunday 15 August 2021, for a period of seven days. Current jury trials may continue. Practitioners should contact the relevant registry for AVL appearance details and listing confirmation.
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Children’s Court update
In view of the further government announcements, further changes to the sitting arrangements in the Children’s Court will apply at least for period that the Public Health (COVID-19 Additional Restrictions for Delta Outbreak) Order 2021 is in force, and these arrangements will continue in the event that the restrictions are further extended. Read the full update here.
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Greater protection and financial support for commercial tenants and landlords
The NSW Government will re-introduce the National Cabinet’s Mandatory Code of Conduct for Commercial Leasing to mandate rent relief for eligible tenants impacted by COVID-19. A new $40 million Hardship Fund will also be established to provide a monthly grant of up to $3,000 for small commercial or retail landlords who provide rental waivers of at least the value of the grant and any land tax relief they are eligible for. Read the full details here and read the regulation here.
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WHAT'S ON
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LAWASIA Committee Webinar Month 2021
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July - August 2021
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First Nations Speaker Series
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12 August - 9 September 2021
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Mandatory Rule 6.1 – all law (live online)
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18 August 2021
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Keeping Calm During COVID Presented by Dr Hannah Korrel
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18 August 2021
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FLIP Buzzwords: Alternative Pricing
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25 August 2021
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Government Solicitors Conference 2021
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7 September 2021
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Marking 40 years of Part IVA of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936
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8 September 2021
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Practice management course (online)
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13, 14 and 15 September 2021
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President’s Medal 2021
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Nominations close 29 September 2021
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FLIP Conference 2021
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13 October 2021
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Rural Issues Conference 2021
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29 October 2021
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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 internationally. Read the latest bulletin here.
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Cybercrime Alert – 16 August
There have been numerous email scams and they tend to be variations of the same theme: an email from another law practice, that is not expected, and requesting you to click onto an attachment or link. Educate not only yourself but your staff. Remember that hackers can open PDFs and alter details. Read more.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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Property
What will the abolition of physical CTs mean for Certificates held as security
By Thomas Russell >
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Space law
Space debris: a challenge to our way of life on earth
By Steven Freeland >
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